Redmi 13R vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Redmi 13R (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 43/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 513,809); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 13R doesn't; the Redmi 13R is noticeably lighter (195g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13R
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Redmi 13R better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 224g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 13R vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 44 points higher (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13R notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (60/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 13R | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.1×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 13R
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 13R
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 13R
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 13R and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Redmi 13R by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 13R
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (98/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (81/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (83/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13R notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (60/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13R or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R by 44 points (87/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 13R and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Redmi 13R has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13R or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13R over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.