Xiaomi
Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (Black)
Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 · 128GB · Black
72
/ 100
From $299
VS
Apple
iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB
A13 · iOS · 512GB
72
/ 100
From $599
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (Black) lands at 72 and iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB at 72. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (Black) if…
- ✓Competitive flagship specs
- ✓Regional value pricing
- ✓Distinctive design
Pick iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB if…
- ✓iOS ecosystem
- ✓Long update support
- ✓Polished hardware
Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (Black) 72
vs 72 iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB
Score breakdown
Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (Black)
72 cpu 72
gpu 70
camera 72
battery 68
display 72
design 70
iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB
72 cpu 72
gpu 70
camera 71
battery 66
display 69
design 72
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (Black) | iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | A13 |
| Storage | 128GB | ▲ 512GB |
| Release year | 2024 | 2020 |
| OS | — | iOS 14 |
Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (Black)
Pros
- +Competitive flagship specs
- +Regional value pricing
- +Distinctive design
Cons
- −US availability varies
- −Software skin learning curve
- −Update support shorter than Apple/Pixel
iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB
Pros
- +iOS ecosystem
- +Long update support
- +Polished hardware
Cons
- −Premium pricing
- −Limited customization
- −Lightning/USB-C split across generations
FAQ: Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (Black) vs iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB
Which is better, Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (Black) or iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB? +
Both score 72 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (Black) worth the price? +
At $299, Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 72 — strongest in cpu.
Is iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB worth the price? +
At $599, iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB delivers a Specdex score of 72 — strongest in cpu.
Does Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (Black) or iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.