What You Need to Know: Xiaomi's New Redmi Note 13, Pro, and Pro+
Itching for a phone upgrade?
(SPOT.ph) After Xiaomi announced the Redmi Note 13 last September 2023, Xiaomi Philippines announced on their Facebook page that the much-awaited global launch is set for January 15. An event to unveil the latest series of phones is scheduled on the same day, at 6 p.m.
With its global launch drawing near, anticipation is at an all-time high. Here are all the important details you should know about the Redmi Note 13.
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Meet the Redmi Note 13 Series
The Redmi Note 13 Series includes three models: a standard Redmi Note 13, a Note 13 Pro, and a Note 13 Pro+. The standard model is an entry-level to mid-range option, while the Pro and Pro+ is its premium offering.
Redmi Note 13 Series: Display
According to the Redmi Note 13 launch in India, the Note 13 Pro+ and the Note 13 both have a 1.5k resolution and a 120Hz AMOLED display—what sets the two models apart is that the Pro+ has an ergonomically curved display for better hand grip, while the Pro model does not.
Other noteworthy features the Note 13 Pro and Pro+ have is the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus which addresses the device's resistance to drops, scratches, water, and dirt. The standard Redmi Note 13 model only uses a Corning Gorilla Glass 5. If you're extra, extra clumsy with your phone, the Pro+ or Pro models might be a better fit for you.
Redmi Note 13 Series Processor and Storage
The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ model uses a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Ultra (which shouldn't be a problem if you play games on your mobile) and an Imagiq 765 image signal processor. As for storage, the Pro+ will start with 256 GB memory with 8 GB RAM.
For the Redmi Note 13 Pro, it uses a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor and it has a starting storage of 128 GB memory and 8GB RAM. The standard model uses a MediaTek Dimensity 6080 processor, with a starting storage of 20 GB of virtual RAM.
Redmi Note 13 Series Camera Capabilities
Later on during the launch, it was also revealed that the Note 13 Pro and Pro+ have a 200-megapixel camera and a zoom feature that can go four times as close, with the promise that it won't lessen the image quality. As for the classic Redmi Note, it has a 108-megapixel rear camera.
Redmi Note 13 Series Colors
According to the Redmi Note 13 launch in India, the model comes in three colors: Fusion Black, Fusion White, and Fusion Purple. Fusion Purple uses a color block style, with pastel colors such as lavender, mint green, and baby blue.
On the other hand, the Note 13 Pro comes in Coral Purple, Arctic White, and Midnight Black, and the Redmi Note 13, this model comes in Stealth Black and Arctic White. India has an exclusive Prism Gold color for the standard model.
Redmi Note 13 Series: Battery and Charging
Similar to the Note 12 Pro+, the Note 13 Pro+ also has a 120-watt HyperCharge, promising that the device can be fully charged within 19 minutes. The Pro claims to have a 67-watt charging feature (which claims that the unit can be fully charged in 15 minutes), and the standard model has a 33-watt charging feature.
Redmi Note 13 Series: Price
As of publishing, Xiaomi Philippines has not released the prices for the new Redmi Note 13 series. But to give you an idea, acording to the India launch, the Redmi Note 13 series is expected to be competitively priced, with the Pro+ model's starting price at Indian Rupee ₹29,999 (nett) in India, or approximately P20,024.77; the Pro's starting price at Indian Rupee ₹23,999 (nett) or approximately P16,019.68; the standard's model's starting price is at Indian Rupee ₹16,999 (nett) or approximately P11,347.08.
Redmi Note 13 Series: Where to buy
The Redmi Note 13 Series is not yet available in the Philippines. We can expect that as soon as it's launched in the Philippines, it will be available at their authorized Xiaomi stores. For those interested to purchase, you should also take a look at Xiaomi Philippines' Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok accounts.