Redmi Note 13R vs Vivo Y500

The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500 leads — 36/100 vs 29/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 5030); the Redmi Note 13R has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't.

The Vivo Y500 edges out the Redmi Note 13R by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 13R
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
Vivo Y500
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 61
Design 37
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Lighter: 205g vs 210g

  • Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8100 vs 5030 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W

  • Better camera (34/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Vivo Y500, the Vivo Y500 scores 7 points higher (36/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (61/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (61/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (86/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 13R: The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y500: The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 13R Vivo Y500
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 Unisoc T7300
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 8100 mAh
Charging 33W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14, HyperOS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 550 nits 5000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm
Weight 205 g 210 g
Price $345
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo Y500
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y500
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Vivo Y500
  • 8100 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknown
Vivo Y500
$345
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (61/100 vs 41/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Vivo Y500?

The Vivo Y500 edges out the Redmi Note 13R by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Vivo Y500?

The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo Y500 — 36/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13R or the Vivo Y500?

The Vivo Y500 leads on camera score (34/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 13R over the Vivo Y500?

The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.