Xiaomi's sub-brand Redmi has made a name for itself in the budget smartphone market by offering essential features at affordable prices.
The next iteration in Redmi’s lineup, the Redmi 13 5G, is expected to make its debut in India on July 9. It promises to bring 5G connectivity to budget-conscious users along with a host of other impressive features that we’ll explore below.
Design and display
Based on the early leaks about the Redmi 13 5G design, the device will follow its predecessor with a clean, flat back design and flat edges. The phone offers three protrusions on the back: two for the camera sensors and one for the flash. The Redmi 13 5G comes in two color options, Light Blue and Light Pink, both of which have a glass back.
The Redmi 13 5G is expected to feature a large IPS LCD display, probably around 6.7 inches. While the screen size offers enough space for watching videos or playing games, it won't offer the same contrast, color accuracy, or viewing angles as an AMOLED display, but that's acceptable for a budget device. Fortunately, the phone will come with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection to protect against accidental drops.
Processor chip
The Redmi 13 5G is confirmed to be powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, the same one used in its predecessor, the Redmi 12 5G. The Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 is designed to be affordable while still offering basic 5G capabilities. So don't expect blazing fast performance, but it should be able to handle everyday tasks, light gaming, and social media browsing just fine.
On the software front, unlike the Redmi 12 5G which runs on MIUI 14, the Redmi 13 5G will come with the company's new HyperOS interface. RAM options could be 6GB or 8GB, with 128GB or 256GB of storage.
Camera
The camera system on the Redmi 13 5G will likely be a dual-camera setup. The primary sensor could be around 50MP, accompanied by a macro or depth sensor. While it can take decent photos in good lighting conditions, don't expect exceptional image quality or low-light performance. The front camera will likely be around 8MP, which is enough for basic selfies and video calls.
Battery and Charger
The company has confirmed that the Redmi 13 5G will have a 5030mAh battery, similar to last year's model, which had a 5000mAh battery. This should provide enough battery life for a day on a single charge for most users, with moderate usage extending it to two days. However, fast charging will get a slight improvement, increasing from 18W to 33W.
Price and release date.
Specific pricing details for the Redmi 13 5G have not been revealed yet, but given the expected specs and Redmi's budget focus, its price will be competitive in the budget 5G smartphone segment. Sadly, it seems that the Redmi 13 5G will only be sold in India and China, where the Redmi 13 5G will be called the POCO M7 5G.
Overall, the Redmi 13 5G is a smartphone that focuses on providing 5G connectivity at an affordable price. The phone has a large display, a chip that lasts for everyday use, and a basic camera system. However, those looking forward to its launch should also be aware of its limitations, including that the display may not be the sharpest, the camera system may struggle in low light, and the performance will not be top-notch.
