Redmi 13C vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

The Redmi 13C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $130 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads — 61/100 vs 23/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 13C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 346,495); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the stronger camera (145 vs 63); the Redmi 13C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C by 38 points (61/100 vs 23/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 13
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Performance 67
Display 100
Camera 76
Battery 25
Design 31
Value for money 0
What makes Redmi 13C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
  • Lighter: 192g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $130 vs $1999

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 1364
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (76/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 13C vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 38 points higher (61/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (76/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C leads (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13C leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (76/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 13C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (60/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (100/100 vs 0/100).

Redmi 13C: The Redmi 13C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 13C Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 346495 3065623
Geekbench Single 420 2910
Geekbench Multi 1364 9174
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2184x1968
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4400 mAh
Charging 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 63 145
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 5 MP 10 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm
Weight 192 g 215 g
Price $130 $1999
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
13
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
76
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 13C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2184x1968
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
25
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 13C and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 13C MediaTek Helio G85
23/100
346495 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
61/100 +88.7%
3065623 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads Redmi 13C by 88.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 13C
$130
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
$1999

Price difference: $1869. Redmi 13C is cheaper by $1869.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (67/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (76/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 13C is a bit better (36/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 13C notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (60/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (100/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C by 38 points (61/100 vs 23/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 13C and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Redmi 13C has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 — 61/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 13/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 13C over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?

The Redmi 13C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for active users.