Redmi 15 vs Redmi Note 13
The Redmi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi Note 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $180 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 15 leads — 43/100 vs 41/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi Note 13 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15
Redmi Note 13
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $200
- Better camera (30/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 214g
- Better display (79/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15 vs the Redmi Note 13, the Redmi 15 scores 2 points higher (43/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 leads (58/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 15 — 52/100, Redmi Note 13 — 42/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (30/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (67/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15 | Redmi Note 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 75 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | 162.3×75.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 13
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 13
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15 and Redmi Note 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Redmi 15 was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (30/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (67/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15 or the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi 15 edges out the Redmi Note 13 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 15 and the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi Note 13 — 41/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15 or the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi 15 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 23/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15 over the Redmi Note 13?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Redmi Note 13 (67/100 vs 46/100).