Xiaomi's sub-brand Redmi has established its position in the low-cost smartphone market by offering essential features at an affordable price.
The next version in Redmi's product line called Redmi 13 5G is expected to launch for the first time in India on July 9. This product promises to provide 5G connectivity to budget-conscious users along with many other impressive features that we can explore below.
Design and display
An early reveal of the Redmi 13 5G's design suggests that the device will closely follow its predecessor with a clean, flat back design and flat edges. The phone offers 3 protrusions on the back: 2 for the camera sensor and 1 for the support light. Redmi 13 5G comes in two color options including Light Blue and Light Pink, with both having a glass back.
Redmi 13 5G is expected to have a large IPS LCD display, possibly around 6.7 inches. While the screen size provides enough space to watch videos or play games, it won't offer the same level of contrast, color accuracy or viewing angles as an AMOLED screen, but that's acceptable from afar. a cheap product. Luckily, the phone will come with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection to protect against accidental drops.
Processor chip
Redmi 13 5G is confirmed to use Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chip, the same chip used in its predecessor Redmi 12 5G. Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 is designed to be affordable while still providing basic 5G capabilities. So don't expect the chip to deliver lightning-fast performance, but it can handle everyday tasks, light gaming, and social media browsing adequately.
In terms of software, 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 can be 6GB or 8GB, with 128GB or 256GB of storage.
Camera
The camera system on Redmi 13 5G will likely be a dual camera setup. The main sensor can be around 50MP, accompanied by a macro sensor or depth sensor. While it can take decent photos in good lighting, don't expect exceptional image quality or low-light performance. The front camera will likely be around 8MP, 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 use for a day on a single charge for most users, with moderate use extending the battery life up to two days. However, the fast-charging capability will have a small improvement, increasing from 18W to 33W.
Price and release date.
Specific pricing details for the Redmi 13 5G are yet to be revealed, but considering Redmi's expected specs and low-cost 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, in which the Remdi 13 5G will be named POCO M7 5G.
Overall, Redmi 13 5G is a smartphone focused on providing 5G connectivity at an affordable price. The phone has a large screen, a chip that extends battery life for daily use, and a basic camera system. However, those looking forward to the product's 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 performance won't be top.