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Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White) — Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 · 128GB · White
Xiaomi

Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White)

Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 · 128GB · White

72
/ 100
From $299
VS
iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB — A13 · iOS · 512GB
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 (White) 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 (White) if…

  • Competitive flagship specs
  • Regional value pricing
  • Distinctive design

Pick iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB if…

  • iOS ecosystem
  • Long update support
  • Polished hardware
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photography

Tie

Stills and video quality across lenses

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Battery life

Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White)

Screen-on time and charging

Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White) leads on battery (68 vs 66).

Performance

Tie

Chipset speed for gaming and heavy apps

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Display

Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White)

Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate

Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White) leads on display (72 vs 69).

Value for money

Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White) more score per dollar ($299 vs $599).

Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White) 72
vs
72 iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB

Score breakdown

Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White)
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

Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White) versus iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB — full spec comparison
Spec Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White) 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 (White)

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 (White) vs iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB

Which is better, Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White) 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 (White) worth the price? +

At $299, Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White) 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 (White) 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.

Which is better for battery life, Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White) or iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB? +

Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White) — leads on battery (68 vs 66). Screen-on time and charging.

Which is better for display, Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White) or iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB? +

Redmi Note 13 Pro 128GB (White) — leads on display (72 vs 69). Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate.