Redmi 13C 5G vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Redmi 13C 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 35/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 513,809); the Xiaomi 18 Fold 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 18 Fold
What makes Redmi 13C 5G better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 219g
- Overall rating 35/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 13C 5G vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 51 points higher (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (85/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Redmi 13C 5G are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 13C 5G | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| 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 | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C 5G
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 13C 5G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 13C 5G and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Redmi 13C 5G by 90.2% 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 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (99/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (79/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (85/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Redmi 13C 5G are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13C 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G by 51 points (86/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 13C 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi 13C 5G has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 11/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13C 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13C 5G over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.