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Redmi Note 13R Launches with 120Hz Display and 33W Fast Charging: Price, Specs, and More

Highlights

Redmi Note 13R features a 6.79-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC with up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage.
Equipped with a 50MP dual rear camera setup and an 8MP front-facing camera.
Includes a 5,030mAh battery with 33W fast charging capabilities.

After several leaks and speculations, Redmi has now officially released the Note 13R in China, another addition to the popular Note series.

The device succeeds the Redmi Note 12R and comes with upgrades to a number of key aspects, such as battery capacity, display refresh rate, and fast-charging speeds.

Pricing and Availability

Redmi Note 13R: Pricing

6GB/128GB model: CNY 1,399 (around Rs. 16,400)
8GB/128GB variant: CNY 1,599 (approx. Rs. 18,500)
8GB/256GB version: CNY 1,799 (around /Rs. 21,100)
12GB/256GB model: CNY 1,999 (around £230/Rs. 23,400)
12GB/512GB variant: CNY 2,199 (around £250/Rs. 25,800)

Key Specifications

Redmi Note 13R features a 6.79-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate

6.79-inch HD+ IPS LCD display, 120Hz refresh rate
Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC
Up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage
Dual rear cameras: 50MP main, 2MP macro
8MP front-facing camera
5,030mAh battery, 33W fast charging
Android with HyperOS custom skin

The Redmi Note 13R comes with a 6.79-inch HD+ display using an IPS LCD panel and a high refresh rate of 120 Hz for smooth scrolling.

It uses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC to power the device and comes with 5G connectivity.

The Redmi Note 13R, the company’s latest budget 5G smartphone in China

It supports multiple configurations of RAM and storage: 6GB/128GB, 8GB/256GB, 8GB/512GB, 12GB/256GB, and 12GB/512GB.

In the camera department, the Note 13R features a dual-camera setup on the rear with a 50MP primary sensor and a 2MP macro lens.

For selfies and video calls, an 8MP front-facing camera is provided.

It ispowered by Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 Advanced Edition with up to 12GB of RAM.

One of the notable changes is the larger 5,030mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging capabilities.

This has been one major leap over the previous generation, which was with 18W fast charging.

The device measures 168.60 x 76.28 x 8.22mm and weighs 205 grams.

On the right side of the device is a fingerprint sensor, which is placed next to the volume rocker, for biometric security, while an IP53 rating promises dust and water resistance.

It runs HyperOS, a custom skin by Xiaomi

Other than that, the Android version is not known, but it runs HyperOS, a custom skin by Xiaomi.

Being the newest addition to Redmi’s affordable Note line, the Redmi Note 13R is all about finding a middle ground between performance, features, and affordability.

With its upgraded display, faster-charging capabilities, and enhanced camera setup, the device would do pretty well in the Indian market, if Redmi decides the time is right for it to launch outside of China.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 13R Pro Specs

GENERAL

Sim Type	Dual Sim, GSM+GSM
Dual Sim	Yes
Sim Size	Nano SIM
Device Type	Smartphone
Release Date	December 23, 2023 (Expected)

DESIGN

Colors

Black, White, Gold

DISPLAY

Type	Color OLED Screen (1B Colors)
Touch	Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate
Size	6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 120 Hz
Aspect Ratio	20.1:9
PPI	~ 395 PPI
Screen to Body Ratio	~ 85%
Features	1200 nits (peak)
Notch	Yes, Punch Hole

MEMORY

RAM	12 GB
Expandable RAM	Upto 8 GB Extra Virtual RAM
Storage	256 GB
Card Slot	No

CONNECTIVITY

GPRS	Yes
EDGE	Yes
3G	Yes
4G	Yes
5G	Yes
5G Bands	SA: n1/3/5/8/28a/38/40/41/77/78, NSA: n38/40/41/77/78
VoLTE	Yes, Dual Stand-By
Wifi	Yes, with wifi-hotspot
Wifi Version	Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth	Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE
USB	Yes, USB-C v2.0
USB Features	USB on-the-go
IR Blaster	Yes

EXTRA

GPS	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes, Side
Face Unlock	Yes
Sensors	Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass
3.5mm Headphone Jack	Yes
Extra	NFC
Splash Resistant	Yes
IP Rating	IP53
Dust Resistant	Yes

CAMERA

Rear Camera	108 MP 0.8µm, PDAF (Wide Angle) 2 MP f/2.4 (Depth Sensor) with autofocus
Features	HDR, panorama
Video Recording	1080p @ 30 fps FHD
Flash	Yes, Dual LED
Front Camera	Punch Hole 16 MP f/2 (Wide Angle)
Front Video Recording	1080p @ 30 fps FHD

TECHNICAL

OS	Android v13
Custom UI	MIUI14
Chipset	Mediatek Dimensity 6080
CPU	2.4 GHz, Octa Core Processor
Core Details	2xCortex-A76@ 2.4GHz & 6xCortex-A55@ 2GHz
GPU	Arm Mali-G57 MC2
IP Rating	IP53
Java	No
Browser	Yes

MULTIMEDIA

Email	Yes
Music	Yes
Video	Yes
FM Radio	No
Document Reader	Yes

BATTERY

Type	Non-Removable Battery
Size	5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery
Fast Charging	Yes, 33W Fast charging

FAQs

What is the display specification of the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi Note 13R features a 6.79-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth scrolling and enhanced visual experience.

Which processor powers the Redmi Note 13R?

The device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC, ensuring reliable performance and 5G connectivity.

What are the camera specifications of the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi Note 13R comes with a dual rear camera setup, including a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP macro lens. It also has an 8MP front-facing camera for selfies and video calls.