The Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G Price in Kenya is Ksh 56,000. The phone runs on the Qualcomm SM7435-AB Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 (4 nm) processor with Adreno 710 GPU. The phone has 16 GB RAM and 512 GB of internal storage which is not expandable. The Redmi Note 13 Pro has a 6.67 inches, 1220 x 2712 pixels display with a pixel density of 446 ppi. It has Gorilla Glass protection as well. Coming to cameras, it has a 200 MP rear camera and a 16 MP front camera for selfies.
It has a USB Type-C port for data syncing and charging. There is a fingerprint sensor present on the Redmi Note 13 Pro as well, along with a magnetic field sensor (compass), gyroscope sensor, proximity sensor, and accelerometer sensor. It is a dual SIM smartphone with support for 3G and Wi-Fi too. The Redmi Note 13 Pro runs on Android 13 and all this is powered by a 5100 mAh battery. It measures 161.2 x 74.3 x 8 mm (height x width x thickness) with a total weight of 187 grams including battery.
The Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G is an upgrade from its predecessor the Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus. The phone was released on 21 September 2023 and it has major upgrades. The main improvements are seen in the design and the incredible display of the phone. Coupled with the fact that it has a whooping 200MP camera that takes spectacular photos. Let us review this phone and check if it is worth your money.
The Redmi Note 13 Pro Build
Design: OLED
Display: 6.67 inches
Color: Black, White, Violet, Blue
Design
The Redmi Note 13 Pro comes with an outstanding and sleek design. The phone is available in our Phone stores in Kenya in four color options, the Black, White, Violet, and Blue. One thing is for certain, the Note 13 Pro is designed to grab your eye’s attention straight from the box. The Note 13 Pro is slim and light. The phone weighs 187 grams giving you a good distribution when you hold it in your hands.
The back of the Note 13 Pro is protected by a corning gorilla glass victus giving it a more luxurious feel. You also get a triple camera module that hosts 200MP and an ultrawide camera of 8MP that makes the phone stand out plus a depth camera of 2MP. On the sides of the Redmi Note 13 Pro you get power buttons and the volume rockers. These are responsive when you want to adjust the audio settings in the Note 13 Pro phone. On the bottom, you get a dual stereo speaker with stereo speakers audio support. Safe to say Redmi did an incredible job with the display of the Note 13 Pro because it gives you a premium feel on your hands.
Display and Visual Experience
The front of the Redmi Note 13 Pro is made up of a 6.67-inch OLED display. Redmi ensured that the display has a Dolby Vision with a resolution with a 120 Hz refresh rate. You are going to enjoy a smooth scrolling on the Note 13 Pro with the high refresh rate. You can shift the refresh rate from 60Hz and 120Hz depending on what is being displayed on the phone.
The display of the Redmi Note 13 Pro is curved with minimal bezels at the sides. Providing you with an immersive visual experience. The display of the Note 13 Pro comes with a peak brightness of 1800 nits and supports 68B colors. This gives you a bright, sharp, and responsive visual experience. Especially when you are watching the content on social media, or even browsing the internet.
When it comes to security, you have an in-display fingerprint sensor with the Redmi Note 13 Pro. This enables you to primarily lock your phone. You can also choose to unlock it using the PIN code or facial recognition.
The Redmi Note 13 Pro Cameras
Main Camera: 200 MP (wide), 8 MP (ultrawide) and 2 MP.
Front Camera: 16 MP (wide)
Video(Main/Front): 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps
Main-lens camera system
At the back, you will find a 200 MP multi-directional PDAF primary camera with optical image stabilization (OIS). During the day or when the light conditions are good, the photos captured with the 200MP primary camera lens offer you a good dynamic range with decent attention to detail. You will be happy with the quality of images and videos you capture with this camera.
The main camera offers an f/1.7 aperture and support for optical image stabilization. This enables the Redmi Note 13 Pro to give you a good performance even when the light conditions are low. You also get additional features such as Super Night mode that add some brightness to shots taken with the main camera. You also get an ultrawide 8 MP lens shooter that gives impressive performance when taking content during the day. Lastly, you will find a 2 MP depth lens camera that acts as a primary support to the main camera.
Front Camera Specifications
At the front, you will get a 16 MP single sensor for capturing high-resolution selfies. The front camera definitely provides you with impressive selfie photos and portrait photos that have enough details. You also get color reproduction that separates your subjects. Redmi ensured to include an eye autofocus, that allows allows the phone to focus on your eyes when taking selfies.
Under the hood, the Redmi Note 13 Pro is powered up by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2. This chipset provides you with a similar performance to a phone that has Snapdragon 778G chipset such as the V ivo 29 that goes for Ksh. 35,000. This phone comes with 8 GB / 12 GB/ 16GB RAM with 256GB of internal storage of UFS 3.1 storage.
You can also extend the internal storage of your phone with the slot MicroSD card up to 1TB. This additional memory simply enhances the overall performance of your device. While providing you with ample space for your photos, apps, and videos.
CPU and GPU
The chipset also comes with an octa-core high-performance Adreno 710. Running at 1.95 GHz clock speed, with another set of octa-core power-efficient. There are currently not many smartphones in the market using this type of chipset.
To complete this combo, the Redmi Note 13 Pro comes with an Adreno 710 GPU. One thing is for certain, the hardware combination of the Note 13 Pro provides you with a great performance during gaming or multitasking. The Note 13 Pro comes with Android 13, which has a layer of MIUI 14. This provides you with a smooth software experience. Especially when you are installing and customizing the mobile applications.
The Redmi Note 13 Pro Battery
Capacity: Li-Po5100 mAh
Charging Speed: 67W wired, 100% in 44 min
When it comes to battery, the Redmi Note 13 Pro is powered by a 5,100 mAh non-removable battery. The battery supports 67 W fast charging and offers you a reliable battery life. Redmi says that you can recharge your phone to 100 percent in less than 45 minutes. Making it quite convenient if you are in a rush to charge your phone.
If you are not using the phone on a maximum refresh rate with the nits at its peak then the battery can comfortably last you the whole 24-hour day. When you need to recharge it in less than 1 hour you are back to fully charged Redmi Note in your hand.
The Redmi Note 13 Pro Summary
The Redmi Note 13 Pro is a great phone with a lot to offer. Here is a summary of its key features, benefits, and why it’s a perfect fit for the target audience:
Key features:
The Redmi Note 13 Pro comes with a sleek design
Redmi Note 13 Pro is made up of a 6.67-inch OLED display
A 200 MP multi-directional PDAF primary camera with optical image stabilization
The Redmi Note 13 Pro is powered up by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2
Benefits:
The Redmi Note 13 Pro is protected by a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus giving it a more luxurious feel.
Enjoy a smooth scrolling on the Note 13 Pro with the high refresh rate
Protect your phone with an under-display and optical fingerprint sensor
Redmi Note 13 Pro provides you with great performance during gaming or multitasking.
Android gives you a smooth software experience.
Conclusion
If you are someone who is seeking a well-balanced mid-range smartphone under Ksh.40,500. Then the Redmi Note 13 Pro should definitely be on your radar. You get incredible value for your money with an exceptional design and a vibrant display. Couple that up with the powerful performance, and capable camera that you are getting. This mid-range smartphone stands out in the crowded smartphone market. With the Note 13 Pro, you will be purchasing a dependable phone while getting value for your money.
