Redmi 13R vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

The Redmi 13R (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 72/100 vs 43/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 13R has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 513,809); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 13R doesn't; the Redmi 13R is noticeably lighter (195g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R by 29 points (72/100 vs 43/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13R
Performance 41
Display 43
Camera
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 98
Display 79
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 44
Value for money 48
What makes Redmi 13R better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Lighter: 195g vs 215g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 513809
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 689
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1884
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 13R vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 29 points higher (72/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (60/100 vs 44/100).

Redmi 13R: The Redmi 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 13R Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 513809 3942923
Geekbench Single 689 3640
Geekbench Multi 1884 11033
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 720x1600 1968x2184
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 10 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13, MIUI 14 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 168.1×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 195 g 215 g
Launch price $1999
Camera comparison
Redmi 13R
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 13R
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 13R
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 13R and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 13R MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
43/100
513809 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
72/100 +87.0%
3942923 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi 13R by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 13R
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (98/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (79/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13R notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (60/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13R or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R by 29 points (72/100 vs 43/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 13R and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi 13R has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 72/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13R or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 13R over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi 13R is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.