Redmi 13C 5G Review & First Imression and More

Highlights

So yes, guys, the budget 5G device has arrived with 16GB RAM and 256GB internal storage, which is the Redmi 5. Let’s dive in; first, we will do a quick unboxing. So, guys, here’s some kind of box packaging for you to see. Inside the box, you’ll find the actual smartphone, a small user manual, a 10-watt power charging brick, and a Type A to Type C charging cable.

The device we have is in Starlight Green color, and on the rear panel, you can see the dynamic star trail design, giving the phone a unique and aesthetic look. The regular ports are present, including a 3.5mm audio jack. You can insert two SIM cards and one memory card in the SIM slot. The power button itself has a fingerprint scanner, which is very responsive. The smartphone weighs around 196 to 197 grams, and the build quality is good for a budget device.

Talking about the display, you’ll get a 6.74-inch FHD Plus LCD drop display with a 90Hz refresh rate, providing a smooth experience. The peak brightness is 600 nits, ensuring good visibility indoors. For direct sunlight, visibility might not be as good. It has Widevine L1 certification for high-definition content on OTT platforms. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass.

The processor is MediaTek’s Dimensity 6100 Plus. The variant we have is 256GB with 8GB LPDDR4X RAM. In the AnTuTu test, we got scores of 380,000 plus, and gaming performance was impressive with 60fps in games like Call of Duty. The device supports smooth ultra settings at 40fps, and there’s a game mode with various customizations. Gyroscope support is also available.

Video recording at 30fps is supported, and outdoor video recording at 1080p showed decent stabilization and video quality. The front camera also produced decent results. The front camera’s indoor and outdoor sample images showed good performance.

The device runs on MIUI 13 based on Android 11, providing a smooth and refined experience. There are pre-installed applications, but uninstalling them improves the user experience. The software receives regular updates, including security patches.

The speaker setup is a single-firing speaker, and the battery is massive at 5000mAh. It supports 18W fast charging, but out of the box, you get a 10W charger. Connectivity-wise, being a budget 5G device, it supports dual 5G SIMs.

As for the pricing, at the time of shooting this video before the official launch, the exact pricing is unknown. However, the high-end variant with 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage is expected to have a starting price of around Rs. 9,999. If it’s priced lower than that, it could disrupt the market. Overall, this device seems promising. Let us know what you think in the comments, and you can find all the necessary links below.