Xiaomi
Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB
Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 · 128GB
72
/ 100
From $299
VS
Apple
iPhone SE (2nd gen) 256GB
A13 · iOS · 256GB
72
/ 100
From $499
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB lands at 72 and iPhone SE (2nd gen) 256GB at 72. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB if…
- ✓Competitive flagship specs
- ✓Regional value pricing
- ✓Distinctive design
Pick iPhone SE (2nd gen) 256GB if…
- ✓iOS ecosystem
- ✓Long update support
- ✓Polished hardware
Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB 72
vs 72 iPhone SE (2nd gen) 256GB
Score breakdown
Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB
72 cpu 72
gpu 70
camera 72
battery 68
display 72
design 70
iPhone SE (2nd gen) 256GB
72 cpu 72
gpu 70
camera 71
battery 66
display 69
design 72
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB | iPhone SE (2nd gen) 256GB |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | A13 |
| Storage | 128GB | ▲ 256GB |
| Release year | 2024 | 2020 |
| OS | — | iOS 14 |
Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB
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) 256GB
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 vs iPhone SE (2nd gen) 256GB
Which is better, Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB or iPhone SE (2nd gen) 256GB? +
Both score 72 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB worth the price? +
At $299, Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB delivers a Specdex score of 72 — strongest in cpu.
Is iPhone SE (2nd gen) 256GB worth the price? +
At $499, iPhone SE (2nd gen) 256GB delivers a Specdex score of 72 — strongest in cpu.
Does Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB or iPhone SE (2nd gen) 256GB 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.