Redmi Note 13R vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads — 34/100 vs 29/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Note 13R is noticeably lighter (205g vs 220g).

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS edges out the Redmi Note 13R by just 5 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
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 49
Design 25
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 4500 mAh
  • Lighter: 205g vs 220g

  • Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS scores 5 points higher (34/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (43/100 vs 24/100). 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 Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (43/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (43/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Redmi Note 13R: The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS: The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 13R Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 33W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 5 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 14, HyperOS Android 12, Joy UI 12.8
Brightness (peak) 550 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm
Weight 205 g 220 g
Price
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 5MP
  • Front: 20MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Benchmarks
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 Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (43/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (43/100 vs 25/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS edges out the Redmi Note 13R by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13R or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (43/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 13R over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.