Redmi Note 13R vs Samsung Galaxy A72
The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 13R leads — 29/100 vs 26/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Redmi Note 13R
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Bigger battery: 5030 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 205g
- Better camera (36/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Samsung Galaxy A72, the Redmi Note 13R scores 3 points higher (29/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 leads (36/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 leads (79/100 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 Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (36/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 13R | Samsung Galaxy A72 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 514398 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5030 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 92 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 203 g | |
| Price | — | $450 |
Redmi Note 13R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 13R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 13R
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknownperformance
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 Samsung Galaxy A72 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (36/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi Note 13R edges out the Samsung Galaxy A72 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy A72 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13R or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 leads on camera score (36/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 13R over the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A72 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.