Redmi 13C 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Redmi 13C 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 35/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 513,809); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 13C 5G doesn't; the Redmi 13C 5G is noticeably lighter (192g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C 5G
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Redmi 13C 5G better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 219g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 13C 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 53 points higher (88/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (90/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13C 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (63/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 13C 5G | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 60 | — | |
| Main camera | — | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C 5G
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 13C 5G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 13C 5G and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Redmi 13C 5G by 85.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 13C 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (90/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (90/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13C 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (63/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13C 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G by 53 points (88/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 13C 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi 13C 5G has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 11/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13C 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13C 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.