Redmi 7A vs Redmi Note 13R

The Redmi 7A (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, 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 11/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 13R has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 7A doesn't; the Redmi 7A is noticeably lighter (165g vs 205g).

The Redmi Note 13R is noticeably better than the Redmi 7A — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 7A
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 93
Value for money 100
Redmi Note 13R
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 7A better?
  • Lighter: 165g vs 205g

  • Better design/ergonomics (93/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 7A vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Redmi Note 13R scores 18 points higher (29/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (41/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 7A 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 7A (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (41/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 7A significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (93/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 7A significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 7A: The Redmi 7A 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 7A Redmi Note 13R
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 193115
Geekbench Single 199
Geekbench Multi 795
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2460
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 5030 mAh
Charging 33W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 550 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 146.3×70.4×9.6 mm 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 165 g 205 g
Price $90
Camera comparison
Redmi 7A
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 7A
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 7A
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 7A
$90
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 7A (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (41/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 7A significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (93/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 7A significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 7A or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi Note 13R is noticeably better than the Redmi 7A — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi 7A and the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi 7A has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 7A or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi Note 13R leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 7A over the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi 7A is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.