The dilemma between the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ and the non-plus Pro of the same family is probably a common one. Not only do these devices offer similar hardware, but the price gap is also not huge.
When it comes to software and overall user experience, it’s hard to tell the difference. But the 13 Pro+ sits above the Pro with a more flagship-like design (curved front and back panels), better build and tighter hardware. On the other hand, the 13 Pro and 13 Pro+ are more similar than not – same screen, battery capacity, cameras and speakers.
If you find yourself in that conundrum, read on to learn more about the nuances.
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To get started, you can compare the full spec sheets or continue directly with our editor’s assessment in the following text.
Size comparison
As expected, the two Redmis are almost identical in size, with the more expensive 13 Pro+ being slightly thicker. However, the Plus variant feels easier to handle and also feels thinner. This is mostly due to its curved front and back panels, which helps with the grip, especially compared to the 13 Pro’s flat frame.
Additionally, the 13 Pro+ has a more premium feel, partly due to the curves and the materials used. The 13 Pro+ has an aluminum side frame, while the non-Plus is content with a plastic one. Plus, the Plus has a vegan leather variant, if you’re into that stuff, and offers better ingress protection (IP68 vs. IP54).
All these differences may sound trivial, but they are quite significant when comparing the two handsets in person. But since you probably don’t have access to both at the same time, we suggest you look at the virtual 3D models to get a good sense of how they compare size-wise.
Display comparison
The two Redmis use an identical 6.67-inch 120Hz OLED panel with 12-bit color depth, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+ support. We are pretty confident that Xiaomi used the same panel for both smartphones because even our tests show, for all intents and purposes, identical results with a brightness increase in automatic mode of up to 1,300 nits.
The only difference is the curvature of the Redmi Note 13 Pro+’s front panel, which makes the edges look even thinner.
Battery life
To our surprise, the two devices post similar Active Usage scores with only a few minutes difference. We’re surprised because the two devices use two very different chipsets – the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 powering the non-Plus and the Dimensity 7200 in charge of the 13 Pro+. Again, both phones run on the same software (HyperOS + Android 14), have the same screen, and battery capacity is also almost the same (5,000 mAh vs. 5,100 mAh).
However, there is some nuance in both tests. The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ offers slightly longer playtime and slightly better video playback, so it’s ahead of the non-Plus. Either way, the differences are mostly negligible, so for the most part, battery life is the same.
Charging speed
The charging capability is undoubtedly one of Redmi Note 13 Pro+’s standout features. The device uses Xiaomi’s own 120W HyperCharge, often found on the company’s flagship models, while the standard 13 Pro is content with a 67W charging solution.
As expected, the Plus is significantly faster than the vanilla Pro and even completes a full charge cycle in 30 minutes. The 13 Pro, on the other hand, needs another 17 minutes to fully charge.
Speaker test
While sound tuning is largely a subjective matter, we believe the standard Redmi Note 13 Pro has the better set of speakers. Loudness-wise, the two are almost identical, but the standard Pro is a clear winner when it comes to sound quality.
The Note 13 Pro+ has that ring at higher volume levels, and we don’t mean that in a good way. The highs and vocals are slightly distorted, while the bass is not enough to give music tracks much-needed fullness. Both devices offer good speaker quality, but the non-Plus version has a fuller sound and more balanced vocals and mids. It just sounds warmer and cleaner.
Performance
The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ uses a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 SoC, which on paper should be faster than the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 that powers the Redmi Note 13 Pro. The Pro+ offers 256GB of storage by default, while the 13 Pro only has 128GB. The Plus also has faster UFS 3.1 storage than the older UFS 2.2 inside the non-Plus.
In terms of raw performance, the Pro+’s Dimensity 7200 falls behind the 13 Pro by 6% in a multi-core scenario, while a combined test such as the AnTuTu 10 shows a significant 34% lead over the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2. The more expensive Redmi maintains a solid lead over its cheaper sibling in 3DMark’s GPU-heavy Wild Life test by a 40% difference.
Benchmark performance
Despite the nearly identical CPU performance, the Dimensity 7200 SoC inside the 13 Pro+ is generally the better chip, especially if you plan to launch a game or two from time to time. It has a significantly more powerful GPU, as evidenced by the combined and GPU-intensive benchmarks.
Camera comparison
The Redmi Notes offer identical camera hardware. They use a 200MP, 1/1.4″ main camera with an f/1.7 aperture and OIS, along with an 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide camera and 2MP dedicated macro unit.
For selfies, the Redmis use a 16MP, 1/3.06″ shooter with an f/2.4 aperture.
For the most part, we expect similar quality and overall performance, and any difference we may observe is likely due to the Image Signal Processing Units (ISP).
Image quality
As we expected, the daylight photos taken with the main cameras are quite similar in overall quality. Sharpness and detail are comparable, although the non-Plus may have a slight advantage in both aspects. Conversely, the Plus delivers more vibrant images with added saturation and higher exposure. The non-Plus goes for a more natural color tone and lower exposure, resulting in darker shadows and a grayer atmosphere.
Redmi Note 13 Pro+: 0.6x • 1x • 2x
Redmi Note 13 Pro: 0.6x • 1x • 2x
The same can be said for the ultra-wide cameras, but the Plus goes overboard with the added sharpness that doesn’t necessarily improve image quality. We prefer the standard Pro’s ultra-wide photos.
For some strange reason, the 2x zoom samples taken with the non-Plus look much better. They are cleaner and much more detailed.
In low-light scenarios, the Redmi Note 13 Pro is the clear winner in our books. It maintains a more natural look with darker shadows, higher contrast, and more accurate color reproduction. It also has a more accurate white balance, while the Plus’s photos look too bright and have a cold color temperature. The non-Plus is also somewhat sharper. The same goes for the 2x zoom samples.
Redmi Note 13 Pro+: 0.6x • 1x • 2x
Redmi Note 13 Pro: 0.6x • 1x • 2x
Video quality
For some reason, the non-Plus videos look much better, especially those taken with the main camera. In fact, we had to double-check that the 13 Pro+ video wasn’t 1080p. The overall rendering may be similar, but the non-Plus video is sharper and much more detailed. It again has slightly darker exposure.
Redmi Note 13 Pro+: 0.6x • 1x
Redmi Note 13 Pro: 0.6x • 1x
Verdict
Today, 7-8 months after the release of the Redmi Note 13 family, the price gap between the 13 Pro+ and 13 Pro has narrowed (€ 40-50). In such a case, it would be logical to assume that the Plus version is the better value – it has a better chipset, faster charging, and a better build with a more premium-like design. It even has a proper proximity sensor instead of a virtual one like the non-Plus. Nevertheless, this comparison is not clear.
On closer inspection, the standard Pro version makes a good case for itself by offering a better camera experience overall (probably due to Qualcomm’s ISP) and nicer speakers. And since the two devices have comparable display quality, battery life, and fast enough charging, why not save a few bucks and go for the more affordable 13 Pro? The standard Pro delivers mostly the same user experience at a lower price.

- The better-built and better-penetrating protection.
- The more powerful chipset and 2x the base storage.
- The faster charging.
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