Hello, this is a good time to compare two popular phones that currently dominate tech conversations around the world. These are the Redmi 13 vs Itel RS4.
The first one is the Redmi 13. It is a budget phone from Redmi, a Xiaomi sub brand. Budget phones sit just above entry level phones but are a step below the midrangers.
The Itel RS4 on the other hand is lower midrange device from Itel, a Transsion sub brand. This device is being marketed as a gaming phone. Their marketing teams has gone to town on this one as this phone is everywhere you look. I personally do not believe that the Itel RS4 is a gaming phone but that is my opinion.
Itel RS4 vs Redmi 13 key specs
| Specs | Itel RS4 | Redmi 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Body | 198g, plastic frame and back, IP54 | 205g, plastic frame, glass back, IP53 |
| SoC | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate | MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra |
| RAM | 8GB, 12GB (LPDDR4X) | 6GB, 8GB (LPDDR4X) |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB (UFS 3.1) | 128GB, 256GB (UFS 3.1) |
| Software | Android 13, Itel OS | Android 14, HyperOS |
| Display | 6.56″ 720p IPS-LCD, 120Hz | 6.79″ 1080p IPS-LCD, 120Hz, Gorilla Glass |
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| Selfie | 8MP, 720p@30fps | 13MP, 1080p@30fps |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Battery | 5000mAh, 45W fast charge | 5030mAh, 33W fast charge |
| Audio | Stereo speakers, 3.5mm jack | Stereo speakers, 3.5mm jack |
| Comms | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.2, WiFi 5, USB-C (2.0) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.4, WiFi 5, USB-C (2.0) |
| Sensors | side mounted fingerprint sensor, gyroscope, Acc., light and proximity sensors | side mounted fingerprint sensor, gyroscope, Acc., light and proximity sensors, infrared blaster |
| AnTuTu | 410,233 | 262,438 |
So as usual, we’ll compare based on the following criteria
- Body
- Performance
- Display
- Camera/Video
- Battery/Charging
- Connectivity
Body
Both phones are made with a plastic frame. But as it is typical with Itel phones, they’ve decided not to release that information. But we know that the Itel RS4 does have a plastic frame and back. The Redmi 13 on the other hand has a glass back.
Both phones weigh roughly the same at 198g and whilst the Redmi 13 has a IP53 splash and dust protection, the Itel RS4 seems to lack it entirely.
Performance
When it comes to performance, the Itel RS4 is well ahead of the Redmi 13. This one is not even a contest at all. The RS4 uses a MediaTek Helio G99 which is miles ahead of the Helio G91 that is on the Redmi 13. For those who do not know, the Helio G91 is a renamed Helio G88.
Thus the Redmi series has been stagnant since 2021 because the Redmi 10 used the Helio G88, the Redmi 12 used the Helio G88 and now the Redmi 13 is using the same remodeled G88.
The key difference is the increase in camera support and charging speeds. Otherwise you’re essentially getting the same phone as the older Redmi 10 and Redmi 12. What’s even funnier is when you consider that the G88 offers the same performance as the Helio G85. The Itel is the better phone here.
Display
For the display, the Redmi 13 is absolutely better. I do not buy that 120Hz gimmick. It’s just not it for me. You’ll get better visuals with the 1080p display on the Redmi 13 than the 720p display on the Itel RS4.
Cameras
For the cameras, I believe that regardless of megapixels, the Itel RS4 could end up taking better pictures and videos. Why? Superior ISP and NPU.
The G88 was never known for its camera prowess. The G91 which mostly inherits the abilities (or lack of) of the Helio G88 would most likely tow the same path.
Battery and charging
For battery life and charging, both devices use a 5,000mAh battery but the Itel RS4 has the better fast charge input. This gives it a huge leg up over the Redmi 13C.
Connectivity
Both phones are 4G LTE compatible, no 5G. They both support Bluetooth 5.3 and WiFi 5. They also both support NFC, side mounted fingerprint sensors, 3.5mm audio, and USB C ports. The Redmi 13 has support for infrared whilst the RS4 doesn’t.
Summary
Body – Redmi 13
Performance – Itel RS4
Display – Redmi 13
Camera/video – Itel RS4
Battery/Charging – Itel RS4
Connectivity – Tie
If you can overlook the poor display, the Itel RS4 is the better phone and would offer you the performance of phones on the level of the Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G.
It’s hands down the better device.
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