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Redmi Note 13
Based on 79 credible posts from YouTube, Bluesky & Hacker News. 98 filtered out as bot-like or off-topic.
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Scored November 11, 2026
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Owner reviews
Overall owner mood
Owners are split: 37% of 79 reviews are positive, 41% negative, and the rest mixed or neutral. Praise centers on sound. The most common complaint is performance (9 owners). Owners are divided on camera and battery & charging. Owners with 6+ months of use feel about the same (40% positive).
What owners like
Sound praised by 4 owners (1 disagree)
“Display uu love it ❤❤❤ Phn and sounds good 👍 Expect gaming for heavy gaming you can love it and 16500 price u get it....🥰 best phn..”
What owners complain about
Performance raised by 9 owners (3 disagree)
“I feel regretful that I bought this phone because the camera is not good and the screen is like colors that I did not feel were good and YouTube comments a lot on this device when I follow the content and the video is slow sometimes للاسف..”
Owners are split on
- Camera 8 like it · 8 don't
- Battery & charging 6 like it · 7 don't
- Price & value 5 like it · 3 don't
- Software & AI 3 like it · 5 don't
Worth reading the reviews on these if they matter to you.
What owners talk about
- Camera8 praise · 8 complain
- Battery & charging6 praise · 7 complain
- Performance3 praise · 9 complain
- Price & value5 praise · 3 complain
- Software & AI3 praise · 5 complain
- Display4 praise · 4 complain
- Sound4 praise · 1 complain
- Comfort & size1 praise · 1 complain
Built from the reviews themselves — every quote links to the owner who wrote it.
Every credible owner review, most detailed first. Bots, off-topic comments, and ones that say nothing about using it are left out.
My experience with redmi was trash September 2021 : Bought Redmi Note 10 (albeit 4gb ram only) Next major software update and absolute worst software experience, glitch UI, can't manage even 2 apps like chrome and WhatsApp in ram, each call gives phone a seizure( literally doesn't respond any touchs) AND all that on a 1 year old phone 😑 April 2023 : Phone motherboard failure non recoverable damage Display and camera was Good though Software was NIGHTMARE
I have been using this mobile for 8 months now Fingerprint✅ Camera quality✅ Battery quality ✅ internet ❌ speaker✅ Gaming❌ Editings❌
After a year of usage: Battery life hasn't decreased much, barely noticeable after this time though I was careful with charging meaning that I wasn't charging at night (rarely) and I was trying to keep it below 85% and always above 20% It's the healthiest for the lithium-iron battery The camera is good or even very good for not very demanding user like myself, just enough to post sth on Instagram etc. Video has some noise, and it's not 4K, but I'm satisfied with 1080p, optical stabilization is present too Screen is vibrant and there has been none color changes A couple of lags, buggy animations and audio disruption is visible
Been using my redmi since Feb, 7 months of usage now all i can say is the phone is very strong nd durable, it been falling from heights nd yet it still remains intact with no cracks. Only downside of the phone is that the Ram management is bad
I bought it when it launched and after a decent amount of time, I regret buying it, it advertised the 108MP camera, let me tell you it's not real, it sucks, super blurry for the 108MP claim, videos shake. The battery is worse than the previous notes. After I removed the charger it dropped immediately to 98%. [...]
I feel regretful that I bought this phone because the camera is not good and the screen is like colors that I did not feel were good and YouTube comments a lot on this device when I follow the content and the video is slow sometimes للاسف..
I use redmi note 13 8/256 from November 2k24....this phone have heating issue and low performance... There are no 4k video recording in camera.... So in this price range, this phone is worst in this price range
I have this phone since April which I got it for 240€ the 4G 6/128 version 120hz amoled screen 1800nits 6+6GB RAM HyperOS which makes it faster Now it's faster with HyperOS 2 CPU and GPU are decent for light tasks Dolby atmos sound 108MP main camera and 16MP front which is pretty good for the price but the video is mid Also it comes with the 33W charger and a case Battery lasts a lot Worth every dime
Mine's battery is bloating. [...] Camera are slow to focus - not terribly impressive. [...]
[...] I HAD SEVERAL ISSUES(WORST WAS internet speed that took me 3days to fix,so today it is ok but still slower vs my other 2 older xiaomi phones) i also have xiaomi redmi note 7 Best so far of the 3 models i own redmi 10 (battery has swollen so thats why i got a 13c version) So anyone that has used xiaomi for many years what do u think about this phone? [...] dont remember exactly what it was,But it had 8gb/256gb ram/memory is 200% bigger for same price(even a bit less) so why the Motorola phones in stores where i live is cheaper if i look at this is a thing i dont understand either(has it bad cameras or something compared to xiaomis cheaper phones?) Best brand for the usage i need it.. Tethering internet w loading cable from phone to usb pc (only way to get internet) calls sms downloads some surfing and paying bills+swish This is only stuff i use it for so is there a better choice vs xiaomi nowadays?? i have used xiaomis cheaper phones ever since the HUAWEI phones got banned where i live(dont 100% sure why though) But loved the ones i had back then years now. [...] Is Xiaomi the best to buy in 2024 ...It was a few years back when i got the redmi 7 phone(much cheaper n way more powerfull vs others at same price,but thats many years since that was a fact!) Thanks
Watching in redmi note 13 5g...😄😄😄. Jo log keh rhe hain ki battery drain issue hai is phone me...unhe main btadu ki aisa koi issue nhi h...100 to 0%...... [...] Maine iss price range me aur phones ka review bhi dekha tha even unme bhi heating issue hai..par is phone me to phir bhi bhot kam hai..approx 1.5 hrs. [...]
[...] Normal gaming ok 6 hrs gaming ok for 100 charging..... Camara is aslo good but zooming takes bulr... [...] Display uu love it ❤❤❤ Phn and sounds good 👍 Expect gaming for heavy gaming you can love it and 16500 price u get it....🥰 best phn.. [...]
Got my note 13 this week but my hotspot keeps turning itself off when I try using it to connect internet to my laptop for browsing. [...] Also, it's not the 'automatically turn off when hotspot is not in use button'. [...]
[...] Had great camera and performance. [...]
[...] However, my new Redmi Note 13 disappoints me a lot. My Redmi note 8 performs much better than my newly bought Redmi note 13. [...] Camera - I already accepted the fact that the note 13 doesn't have stabilization capability during video recording. However, taking photos with note 13 is horrible. [...] Note 13 blurs a lot, it hardly focuses on the subject even I touched the screen. [...] It lags a lot. [...] Both lags a lot. It lags when opening apps too. [...] Thumbnails load slowly or doesn't even load. [...]
It's amazing how I loved my Redmi note 8 pro forever and if it wasn't stolen I'd keep it for 5 more years of I could... Only for the Redmi Note 13 to be so extremely underwhelming it's the first time in my life I'm considering replacing my phone while it's still working... All that under A YEAR
I've been using this for an year now and no flaws at all for me good gaming good camera good everything 😊
Well, I bought a Redmi Note 13 (4G) last year (because the 5G version wasn't available in the local retailer near where I'm living, here in Venezuela) for USD $200, and I can't complain about hardware (3.5mm jack, Dolby Atmos support, dual stereo speakers, microSD slot, FM radio... and IR 😅).
I've been using the Redmi Note 13 (6GB/128) for about 6 months as well. [...] Great battery life and I love the 33W fast charging.
I am using Redmi note 13 since 3 months it is the best mobile under 20 k🎉🎉
I'm using Redmi note 13 5g more than 5 months heating problem too much and battery backup isn't good so be careful before purchase
I have used the phone for over a year and i haven't had any major issues. I particularly love the fast charging, but it definitely as occasional bugs here and there
I've been using this phone for about 6 months, the only issue I had/still have is a strange screen contrast problem right after I charged my device for too long, may be it's a overheat problem I have no idea but it does not fixed until I restart it. Any ideas?
I have a Xiaomi Redmi Note 13, and it comes with it. But I've been unable to find a way to freely record/send IR commands without using their application :/
[...] I have had the Honor 8x for the past 3 plus year based upon your recommendation at the time and been very happy with it. [...]
[...] even cameras are better than this... But redmi note 13 does look very premium for both back and front not gonna lie
This phone is heating too much I'm using Redmi note 13 5g very unsatisfied with the battery, I have to charge 3 times in a day😢
I got the 8GB( can expand to 16GB)/256GB for ₦287K 2 days ago... I think i like it. I was using the Xiaomi Mi 11 lite before.
I use this phone to create cycling content on my YouTube channel, check it if you really need this phone. Redmi note 13
I got this phone from trading with final value of 30$, best purchase, is feels less premium than my previous main, honor x8b, but its free to customize and install anything
I just got this phone a few days ago, even I have enough cash for note 14, but because of my content, I got note 13 because of the wide camera, I create cycling content and this phone dose a great job.
Redmi Note 13 is still the best option! I got mine a week ago at the rate of 200k 8/256GB!!! though, 2 months used with complete accessories.
0:56 What!! ? I'm also using this phone After update to HyperOS 2 this phone now completely unstable UI, whenever I swiped down control panel comes very slowly and laggy...
[...] I tried Redmi Note 13 and Redmi Pad Pro. [...] Speed is so so slow compared to others at the same price. [...] A budget Samsung phone 10 years ago take better pictures.
It's a really good phone I still use mine everyday and it's great
I have the Redmi Note 13 4G and it just finished updating to HyperOS 2.0.10, and honestly, I think it's a good device for its price.
Honestly the redmi note 13 is giving me headache the phone is not up to two months.
also my phone froze like two times it's a redmi note 13 doing their best
Thank you so much! I've just used my basic telescope and my phone that is a simple Redmi note 13! No software, no editing 😊
OscarMax, this is an honest review and all you said are really true. Am currently using note 13 and I won't upgrade to note 14
I'll still pick the redmi note 13 which is what I'm currently using right now, i rather go for the 14 pro version than the 14
I just buy Redmi note 13 pro plus 12GB 512GB very nice phone
I bought this phone,, don't even dare thinking about purchasing the rubbish or any other redmi type of phone just buy any other model but if you don't have ears go ahead.This phones are messed up huge especially after using them for a period,,I don't know what I had taken for breakfast that day that I made such a decision to buy this phone ,,it has made me to evaluate my life decisions 😂😂😂😅😅😅
Hi eugo, which of the car racing games can I comfortably enjoy on my note 13 4g! I just recently bought mine after watching your beautiful video 🎉. I heard you say CODM plays well on the phone too
[...] I have the REDMI PAD SE which I bought last year 2024. [...] Now that I've updated it to HYPEROS I no longer get the themes saying 'cannot connect to the network'. My WiFi is on 24/7. FAST FORWARD TO JANUARY 2025 - Bought the Redmi Note 13 4G and I am getting notifications to update to HYPEROS and I'm hesitant to update because I would end up losing MIUI 14 THEMES as what happened on the REDMI PAD SE!
I'm using this phone and this man is saying right this phone hangs a lot kabhi sensor kam nhi ker rha kabhi stuck ho rha even on WhatsApp
I have bin watching bablo bhais videos really impressive really true nice analysis shukr h mind clear k yh set as such capable ni and horrible thing it comes with only just 680 chipset
Everything you said is true I use the note 13 currently and the battery is not so great My smart 5 infinix battery last longer
Before i updated to hyperos i had turbo charging and after the update i don't have it anymore, i can only get quick charging?
I have bought the redmi note 13 (8/256) it's fast enough but i haven't updated it but after watching this i really wanna update the hyperos though really helpful
Redmi Note 13 long-term: how it holds up
Owners like it more the longer they have it (+34 points after 1 year or more).
- First months33% recommend · 6 owners
- 6–12 months100% recommend · 4 owners
- 1 year or more67% recommend · 6 owners
When problems show up
- Software & AItypically around 10 months · 2 reports
- Battery & chargingtypically around 6 months · 2 reports
- Displaytypically around 13 months · 2 reports
The claims, and the evidence
What the brand claims
No published claims on file for this product yet.
What owners report
“I have been using this mobile for 8 months now Fingerprint✅ Camera quality✅ Battery quality ✅ internet ❌ speaker✅ Gaming❌ Editings❌”
after 8 monthsView on YouTube“I have this phone since April which I got it for 240€ the 4G 6/128 version 120hz amoled screen 1800nits 6+6GB RAM HyperOS which makes it faster Now it's faster with HyperOS 2 CPU and GPU are decent for light tasks Dolby atmos sound 108MP main camera and 16MP front which is pretty good for the price but the video is mid Also it comes with the 33W charger and a case Battery lasts a lot Worth every dime”
“My experience with redmi was trash September 2021 : Bought Redmi Note 10 (albeit 4gb ram only) Next major software update and absolute worst software experience, glitch UI, can't manage even 2 apps like chrome and WhatsApp in ram, each call gives phone a seizure( literally doesn't respond any touchs) AND all that on a 1 year old phone 😑 April 2023 : Phone motherboard failure non recoverable damage Display and camera was Good though Software was NIGHTMARE”
after 19 monthsView on YouTube“After a year of usage: Battery life hasn't decreased much, barely noticeable after this time though I was careful with charging meaning that I wasn't charging at night (rarely) and I was trying to keep it below 85% and always above 20% It's the healthiest for the lithium-iron battery The camera is good or even very good for not very demanding user like myself, just enough to post sth on Instagram etc. Video has some noise, and it's not 4K, but I'm satisfied with 1080p, optical stabilization is present too Screen is vibrant and there has been none color changes A couple of lags, buggy animations and audio disruption is visible”
after 1 yearView on YouTube
Common Redmi Note 13 problems
Problems most owners who mention them agree on, plus ones owners are split on.
- Performance9 owners report this (3 disagree)View on YouTube
“I use redmi note 13 8/256 from November 2k24....this phone have heating issue and low performance...”
- CameraOwners split: 8 complain, 8 happyView on YouTube
“I bought it when it launched and after a decent amount of time, I regret buying it, it advertised the 108MP camera, let me tell you it's not real, it sucks, super blurry for the 108MP claim, videos shake.”
- Battery & chargingOwners split: 7 complain, 6 happyView on YouTube
“This phone is heating too much I'm using Redmi note 13 5g very unsatisfied with the battery, I have to charge 3 times in a day😢”
- Software & AIOwners split: 5 complain, 3 happyView on YouTube
“I'm also using this phone After update to HyperOS 2 this phone now completely unstable UI, whenever I swiped down control panel comes very slowly and laggy...”
- DisplayOwners split: 4 complain, 4 happyView on YouTube
“Note 13 blurs a lot, it hardly focuses on the subject even I touched the screen.”
- Price & valueOwners split: 3 complain, 5 happyView on YouTube
“Speed is so so slow compared to others at the same price.”