Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G
This particular review is for the middle child in this family of five, the Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G. Notice the lack of 5G in the name and in the feature set, but also notice that this is a "Pro" phone. For this particular series, the Pro series indicates an improved 200MP main camera sensor and a faster chip inside the phone.
As for all the rest, the Redmi Note 13 Pro is a big phone with a 6.7-inch 120Hz OLED screen and it also has a 5,000mAh battery, just like all five phones in the series.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G is the second best in this family of five. It bets on a capable 200MP main camera, a zippy Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor, and a big and sharp 6.7-inch display.
Speaking of the 6.7-inch size, this is part of the common DNA in the Redmi Note 13 series, and others include fast charging and, of course, the MIUI software.
Honor X9b 5G
HONOR started the new year with a bang, introducing the second-generation HONOR X9b 5G as the “toughest phone” in their 2024 lineup. Now available for purchase today, the HONOR X9b 5G is well-known for its build and durability, but there’s so much more to it!
The HONOR X9b also gets a new refined design, featuring a knurled-edge circular camera module here at the rear, that showcases the triple-camera array. It has sports a slightly curved 6.78-inch FHD+ (2652 x 1220) AMOLED display, that features a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1200 nits.
Color reproduction looks great with 100% DCI-P3 coverage. Making playing games, streaming movies and watching videos on social media a visual treat for the eyes. It’s 120Hz refresh rate paired with it’s mostly-stutter free software experience make UI animations look smooth.
Headlining the show is a 108MP main camera sensor with an aperture of f/1.8 and features PDAF (Phase Detection Auto Focus), followed by a 5MP (f/2.2) ultrawide and a 2MP macro sensor.
In the punch-hole display resides its 16MP selfie shooter that features an aperture of f/2.5.
The HONOR X9b 5G runs on MagicOS 7.2 based off Android 13 out of the box. MagicOS feels like a more global-friendly HarmonyOS with easy access to Google Play services and RCS support.
Xiaomi 13T Pro
The Xiaomi 13T Pro which is packed with the latest hardware and a set of Leica-powered cameras — all under a price tag very few other flagship smartphones have dared to cross.The Meadow Green and Black models have a glossy glass back panel that’s reminiscent of the design of the Xiaomi 13. One difference here is that the leather version is slightly thicker at 8.62mm vs. 8.49mm on the other two. Conversely, the Alpine Blue is actually lighter at just 200 grams vs. 206 grams on the glass variants. The power button and volume rocker are found on the right side; stereo speaker grills, primary mic, USB Type-C port and SIM card slot are found at the bottom; secondary speaker grill, noise-canceling mic and IR blaster up top.It has a flat 6.67-inch CrystalRes Display supporting up to 144Hz refresh rate and 1.5K or 2712 x 1220 pixel resolution.
This display greatly improves the viewing and gaming experience, thanks to a high brightness mode of up to 1200nits and a peak brightness of up to 2600nits, along with 100% DCI-P3 coverage with 68 billion colors. Xiaomi 13T Pro also supports end-to-end HDR10+ and is protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass 5. The dual speakers support Dolby Atmos which makes it more immersive than regular stereo speakers.
In terms of the camera, the Xiaomi 13T Pro packs a 50MP 24mm f/1.9 wide angle camera with OIS, 50MP 50mm f/1.9 telephoto camera with 2x optical zoom, and 12MP 15mm f/2.2 ultrawide camera. The Xiaomi 13T Pro is tuned by Leica, a popular camera brand, you can choose between two photographic styles — Leica Authentic Look which produces images has a little boost in contrast; and Leica Vibrant, which give you a little bit more vibrancy in every shot.
Xiaomi 13T
The Xiaomi 13T comes in three different color options, Meadow Green, Alpine Blue and Black and both the 13T and 13T Pro IP68 certification. This year’s Xiaomi 13T series features a flat display. Xiaomi 13T comes with a 6.67-inch 1.5K 144 Hz OLED display. Additionally, Xiaomi 13T boasts a display with a brightness of 2600 nits, which means it is brighter than the displays found on most of the flagship devices in 2023.
Xiaomi 13T is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra chipset. While it may not be MediaTek’s most powerful chipset, it still promises to deliver excellent performance. The phone opts for UFS 3.1 as its storage unit. It packs a 5000 mAh battery with 67W fast charging, it’s not fast as the 13T Pro but it’s quite good for most of the people.
Vivo V29e 5G
The Vivo V29e showcases a sleek design accompanied by a gracefully curved display, a design aesthetic commonly seen among smartphones. Vivo has chosen to employ color-changing technology once again for the back panel, although this feature is exclusive to the red variant. In addition, the rear of the phone boasts two sizable cutouts to accommodate the dual rear cameras, while the front integrates a hole-punch cutout to house the selfie camera.
With a thickness of 7.57mm, the Vivo V29e is slightly heftier compared to the Edge 40's 7.49mm body. Past leaks suggest that the phone boasts a 6.73-inch display, a 4,600mAh battery, and is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus SoC with 8GB of RAM. The device is also expected to support rapid charging, potentially reaching at least 33W.
Vivo has confirmed that the phone's primary camera, a 64-megapixel shooter, features optical image stabilization (OIS) to ensure steady videos and sharper images. On the front, a 50-megapixel selfie camera is present. Vivo asserts that the selfie camera incorporates "Eye Auto Focus" technology to enhance focus reliability and quality. The company once again emphasizes the phone's prowess in night portrait photography, a hallmark of the recent Vivo V-series smartphones.
Vivo V29 5G
The vivo V29 is a flagship phone with a upgraded Aura Portrait 2.0 and Night Algorithm. Moreover, equipped with 50MP AF Group selfie, 4K Cinematic Vlog Mode and Ultra-Dual Stabilization (OIS+EIS) for a better photographing experience. In addition, provides powerful memory with 12GB RAM + 512GB ROM, 80W Fast Charge, 120Hz Refresh Rate and 3D Curve POLED Screen for a stronger gaming and video experience.
Vivo V29 5G
The vivo V29 is a flagship phone with a upgraded Aura Portrait 2.0 and Night Algorithm. Moreover, equipped with 50MP AF Group selfie, 4K Cinematic Vlog Mode and Ultra-Dual Stabilization (OIS+EIS) for a better photographing experience. In addition, provides powerful memory with 12GB RAM + 512GB ROM, 80W Fast Charge, 120Hz Refresh Rate and 3D Curve POLED Screen for a stronger gaming and video experience.
Realme 11 Pro Plus 5G
The Realme 11 Pro+ 5G is a “premium midrange” smartphone that features 200MP + 8MP + 2MP triple rear cameras with OIS, 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz screen refresh rate, and 32MP selfie camera.
It runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 processor with 12GB of RAM, Android 13 OS, and the realme UI 4.0 interface. There's also an under-display fingerprint scanner, 5G connectivity, Wi-Fi 6, NFC, Dolby Atmos, stereo speakers, and 512GB of internal storage.
A large 5,000mAh battery powers the device with 100W SUPERVOOC ultra-fast charging technology capable of 100% charge in 26 minutes only!
