Redmi Note 13R vs Sony Xperia 1 V

The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Sony Xperia 1 V (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 V leads — 43/100 vs 29/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 V is noticeably lighter (187g vs 205g).

The Sony Xperia 1 V is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 13R — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 13R
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
Sony Xperia 1 V
Performance 30
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 66
Value for money 48
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 V better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 205g

  • Higher performance (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (34/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Sony Xperia 1 V, the Sony Xperia 1 V scores 14 points higher (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V leads (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R and the Sony Xperia 1 V are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).

Redmi Note 13R: The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Sony Xperia 1 V: The Sony Xperia 1 V is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 13R Sony Xperia 1 V
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
AnTuTu 1761879
Geekbench Single 2004
Geekbench Multi 5311
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.5" OLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1644x3840
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 30W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 8 MP 12 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14, HyperOS Android 13, upgradable to Android 14
Brightness (peak) 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP65
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm 165.0×71.0×8.3 mm
Weight 205 g 187 g
Price $900
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Sony Xperia 1 V
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 1 V
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1644x3840
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Sony Xperia 1 V
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknown
Sony Xperia 1 V
$900
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (30/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R and the Sony Xperia 1 V are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (66/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Sony Xperia 1 V is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 13R — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Sony Xperia 1 V — 43/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13R or the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Sony Xperia 1 V leads on camera score (34/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 13R or the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Sony Xperia 1 V leads on performance (30/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 13R over the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 V is a better fit for everyday use.