Redmi Note 13 Pro+ vs Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro: Two high-performance smartphones that compete at low prices

Xiaomi Redmi Note13 Pro+ vs Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro

The smartphone market is increasingly competitive, and Chinese brands continue to offer high-performance and affordable models. Among them, the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ and Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro stand out with their impressive specifications. But which one is better? We will compare these two devices on the following criteria: design, screen, performance, battery and connectivity to help you make a better choice.

Body
Redmi Note 13 Pro+
Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro
Dimensions
161.4 x 74.2 x 8.9 mm
160.5 x 74.3 x 8.3 mm
Weight
205 g
186 g or 190 g
Build
Waterproof
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
IP54, dust and splash resistant

Design

The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ and the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro both have a sleek and modern design, with a glass back and a metal frame. Both smartphones have a hole-punch screen at the top center, and a rectangular camera module at the rear. The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ is slightly larger and heavier than the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro, with dimensions of 161.4 x 74.2 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 205 g, versus 160.5 x 74.3 x 8.3 mm and 190 g for the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro. The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ also has the advantage of being IP68 certified, which gives it resistance to water and dust, unlike the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro which only has an IP54 certification

Display

Both smartphones feature a 6.67-inch OLED display, with a QHD resolution of 1220 x 2712 pixels and an aspect ratio of 20:9. They therefore offer excellent display quality, with vivid colors, high contrasts and good brightness.

The Redmi Note 13 Pro+, however, stands out for its refresh rate of 120 Hz, which allows it to offer optimal fluidity in animations and games, compared to 90 Hz for the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro. The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ also benefits from enhanced protection with Gorilla Glass Victus, which is more resistant to scratches and impacts than the Gorilla Glass 5 of the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro.

Display
Redmi Note 13 Pro+
Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro
Screen type
OLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, 1800 nits (peak)
AMOLED, 120Hz, 500 nits (typ), 1200 nits (HBM), 1800 nits (peak)
Screen size
6.67 inches
6.67 inches
Resolution
1220 x 2712 pixels
1220 x 2712 pixels
Protection
Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Ceramic Shield glass

Performance

The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ and the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro are equipped with MediaTek processors, which provide enough power to run most applications and games. The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ features the Dimensity 7200, an octa-core clocked at 2.8 GHz, accompanied by 8 or 12 GB of RAM and 256 or 512 GB of internal storage.

The Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro integrates the Dimensity 8300, an octa-core clocked at 3.35 GHz, coupled with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage. According to the AnTuTu benchmark, the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro gets a score of 1,526,328 points, versus 803,381 points for the Redmi Note 13 Pro+. The Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro is therefore more powerful than the Redmi Note 13 Pro+, especially in the most demanding tasks.

Platform
Redmi Note 13 Pro+
Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro
OS
Android 13, MIUI 14
Android 14, HyperOS
Chipset
Dimensity 7200 Ultra (4 nm)
Dimensity 8300 Ultra (4 nm)
GPU
Mali-G610 MC4
Mali G615-MC6
Internal storage
256GB – 512GB
256GB, 512GB
RAM
12GB – 16GB
8GB , 12GB

Camera

The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ has a 200MP main camera, which can take sharper and more detailed photos than the Poco X6 Pro, which has a 64MP camera. Both phones have a 16MP selfie camera, and can record videos in 4K. The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ also has an ISOCELL HP3 sensor, which offers better light sensitivity and better contrast. The Poco X6 has an OV64B sensor, which offers better stabilization and zoom.

Caméra
Redmi Note 13 Pro+
Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro
Main camera

200 MP, f/1.7, (wide)
8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide)
2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)

video: 4K@24/30fps

64 MP, (wide), 1/2″, PDAF, OIS
8 MP, (ultrawide)
2 MP, (macro)

Video: 4K

Selfie camera
16 MP (1080p@30fps)
16 MP (1080p)

Battery

The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ and the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro both have a 5000 mAh battery, which gives them good battery life. According to tests carried out by [Kimovil](^1^), the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ can last up to 18 hours of video playback, 12 hours of web browsing or 10 hours of gaming, compared to 17 hours, 11 hours and 9 hours respectively for the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro. The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ therefore has a slight lead over the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro in terms of endurance. On the other hand, the Xiaomi Poco 13 Pro+.

Battery and other specs
Redmi Note 13 Pro+
Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro
Battery
5000 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging
120W wired, PD3.0, 100% in 19 min (advertised)
67W wired, 100% in 45 min (advertised)
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass
Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass
3.5mm Jack
No
No
Loudspeaker
Yes, with dual speakers
Yes, with stereo speakers
Price
$ 269
$ 379

The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ and the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro are two very similar smartphones that offer premium features at an affordable price. They differ mainly on performance, screen, battery and resistance. The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ is more suitable for users looking for a quality screen, good battery life and protection against the elements. The Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro is more intended for users who prioritize power, fluidity and fast charging. The choice between these two models therefore depends on individual preferences and needs.

Connectivity
WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.4, A2DP, LE
NFC
Yes
Yes
USB
Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C, OTG