Redmi Note 13R vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra

The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 29/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is thinner (4.1mm vs 8.2mm).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 42 points (71/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 13R
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 64
Battery 51
Design 31
Value for money 0
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 5000 mAh
  • Lighter: 205g vs 215g

  • Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
  • Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (64/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 42 points higher (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (64/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (64/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (55/100 vs 0/100).

Redmi Note 13R: The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 13R Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3942923
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2460 1968x2184
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 60W
Wireless charging 0W 25W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 8 MP 10 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, HyperOS Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP48
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 205 g 215 g
Price $2199
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
64
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
$2199
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (92/100 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 Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (64/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (55/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 42 points (71/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13R or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (64/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 13R or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 13R over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.