Redmi Note 13R vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3

Comparing the Redmi Note 13R (2024) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 13R leads — 29/100 vs 5/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.

The Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 24 points (29/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 13R
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Redmi Note 13R scores 24 points higher (29/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). 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 GS3: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 13R Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 1.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 466x466
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh
Charging 33W
Main camera 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 550 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 205 g
Price
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (41/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).

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 GS3?

The Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 24 points (29/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13R or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi Note 13R leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 13R over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.