Redmi Note 13R vs Samsung Galaxy A36
The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A36 leads — 33/100 vs 29/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 5000).
Redmi Note 13R
Samsung Galaxy A36
- Bigger battery: 5030 vs 5000 mAh
- Overall rating 29/100
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Lighter: 195g vs 205g
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (29/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 41/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Samsung Galaxy A36, the Samsung Galaxy A36 scores 4 points higher (33/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 13R | Samsung Galaxy A36 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 826996 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1015 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2920 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5030 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 195 g | |
| Price | — | $250 |
Redmi Note 13R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A36
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Note 13R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13R
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Samsung Galaxy A36 edges out the Redmi Note 13R by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy A36 — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13R or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Samsung Galaxy A36 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 13R over the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A36 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.