XIAOMI 13. The pre-order period is over, the new Xiaomi 13, Xiaomi 13 Pro and Xiaomi 13 Lite smartphones are currently available for purchase from your usual retailers starting at €999.
During the international event Xiaomi Mobile World Congress taking place on February 26 in Barcelona, the firm unveiled its latest high-end smartphones. The Xiaomi 13, Xiaomi 13 Pro, and the Xiaomi 13 Lite, which is more affordable. Both standard and Pro models are equipped with Leica optical lenses, with whom Xiaomi has collaborated on this new range. The smartphones also incorporate the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip which guarantees good overall performance as well as very good battery life.
Where to find the Xiaomi 13 at the best price?
You can find the new Xiaomi smartphones at discounted prices at Rakuten. Indeed, the Xiaomi 13 classic 256 GB Black is currently on promotion already at Rakuten at the price of 925 €. The Xiaomi 13 Pro 256 GB Black is available there at the price of 1239 € and the Xiaomi 13 Lite 128 GB at 452 €.
What are the differences between the Xiaomi 13 and the Xiaomi 13 Pro?
The Xiaomi 13 has a 6.36 inch OLED flat screen with 1.61 mm thick bezels and a width of 71.5 mm while the Pro version has a 6.73 inch screen, the design of the screens is also different, the version standard features a straight frame and the Pro version features a hyperboloid design. The Xiaomi 13 Pro is heavier and sturdier than the standard model.
Both Xiaomi 13 are equipped with the Android 13 operating system and IP68 protection. The refresh rate of the Xiaomi 13 is 120 fixed, on the other hand, the Pro including HTPO technology has a refresh rate ranging from 1 to 120 Hz. The Xiaomi 13 is equipped with a Full HD display (1080p) and the Xiaomi 13 Pro with a Quad HD (2K) screen.
Both versions feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip that vastly improves GPU performance by 42% and 49% over those of the previous generation. In terms of performance, they are on par. The memory options are also identical, both smartphones are available in 8 / 12 GB of RAM versions and have 128, 256 or 512 GB of internal storage.
Performance
The first novelty concerning the Xiaomi 13 is in terms of its power. It is important for a manufacturer to offer a more powerful version each year than its previous smartphone, and Xiaomi is no exception. The firm has equipped the two Xiaomi 13 with a latest generation processor. That’s good, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip is equipped on the new Xiaomi 13, or at least the basic and Pro versions.
Xiaomi is still one of the kings in a very specific segment: charging. The Xiaomi 13 are compatible with 120W fast charging. The 4500mAh battery allows smartphones to last all day as well as ultra-fast charging. Xiaomi confirms that its smartphones are able to charge 100% in just 19 minutes. The smartphones also incorporate Wi-Fi 7 support and the Qualcomm® FastConnect M 7800 mobile connectivity system that enables high-speed connectivity and large network capacity.
Design
There is a change in the design of the Xiaomi 13. The face of the phone is very flat with a 2.5D screen with a 1.5K definition (2712 x 1220 pixels). The 32MP selfie camera sits in the center of the front screen. The edges of the phone have also been flattened. Unlike theiPhone, the rear window includes a slight curve on the edges, designed to facilitate handling. The dimensions of the phone are 152.8 x 71.5 x 8.3mm and the camera bump constitutes 10.3mm thick. The dimensions of the Xiaomi 13 Pro are 182.9 x 74.6 x 8×4 mm. The latest Xiaomi 13 smartphones also benefit from an AMOLED screen with a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz.
Camera
The Xiaomi 13 Pro relies heavily on the photo part by equipping itself with no less than three sensors. The camera system consists of a 23mm wide-angle main lens with a 1-inch ultra-wide IMX 989 sensor, a 75mm telephoto lens as well as a 14mm ultra-wide angle. It guarantees colorful images, distinguished contrast and defined textures. The main lens system integrated in the Xiaomi 13 and 13 Pro offers a large focal length, a good depth of field in order to maintain the precision of images and well-detailed portraits. Both smartphones allow manual adjustment of shooting parameters that allow excellent image optimization. The production of the videos allows a good contrast ratio, rich details and very good stabilization.
What is the price of the Xiaomi 13, 13 Pro and Lite?
The Xiaomi 13, Xiaomi 13 Pro and Xiaomi 13 Lite are available from your usual merchants: Orange, Sosh, SFR, Red-By-SFR, Bouygues, Free, Welcom, Coriolis, Fnac, Darty, Boulanger, Carrefour, Auchan, Leclerc, System U, Cdiscount, Rue du Commerce, LDLC and on mi.com.
- Xiaomi 13 8GB and 256 GB available in black, floral green and white: 999.90 €
- Xiaomi 13 Pro 8GB and 256GB available in ceramic black and ceramic white: 1299.90 €
- Xiaomi 13 Lite 8GB and 128 GB available in black, blue and pink: 499 €
What release date for the Xiaomi 13?
The pre-order date from Xiaomi 13, Xiaomi 13 Pro and Xiaomi 13 Lite is February 26 At March 7. The official release date for these smartphones is 8 March. We keep you up to date with the latest news on new Xiaomi smartphones.