Redmi 15C vs Redmi Note 13R

The Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 13R leads — 29/100 vs 26/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5030).

The Redmi Note 13R edges out the Redmi 15C by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 40
Design 50
Value for money 100
Redmi Note 13R
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 15C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5030 mAh
  • Lighter: 200g vs 205g

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 15C vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Redmi Note 13R scores 3 points higher (29/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R and the Redmi 15C are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 15C: The Redmi 15C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Note 13R: The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 15C Redmi Note 13R
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2460
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 5030 mAh
Charging 33W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 810 nits 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64 IP53
Dimensions 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 200 g 205 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 15C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C
  • 5160 mAh
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 15C
$120
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R and the Redmi 15C are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi Note 13R edges out the Redmi 15C by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 29/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi 15C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.