SMARTPHONE TIER: FLAGSHIP/PRO
Battery Capacity mAh: 4820
Xiaomi 13 Pro - Impressive Camera System Available
Smartphone Battery Performance Overall
Score: 39/100
Ranking #91
All you need to know about the Xiaomi 13 Pro smartphone.
Overview
Xiaomi has tried hard to improve both design and performance. In March 2023, the global launch of the Xiaomi 13 and the Xiaomi 13 Pro as Flagship smartphones passed expectations. Also, with a new partnership with Leica, known for its imaging philosophy and emotive imaging aesthetics, the Xiaomi 13 Pro has benefitted from a great camera system complete with a professional optical lens.
With both new Xiaomi devices joining the Flagship/Pro Tier (€700+), they are both unique in look and appearance. The Xiaomi 13 Pro is larger and weighs 229g, is one of the heavier smartphones with the Flagship/Pro tier. It has a curvier design and looks like other Android devices, unlike the Xiaomi 13, which is more aligned with the design of an iPhone.
The Xiaomi 13 Pro is well-built and looks impressive. It is easy to hold and use with a larger AMOLED display of 6.73 inches than the Xiaomi 13, with 6.36 inches. Also, the Xiaomi 13 Pro has added protection with a Gorilla Glass Victus front, unlike the Xiaomi 13, which has Gorilla Glass 5. Both smartphones have water and dust resistance and are IP68 rated, unlike the Xiaomi 12 series.
The Xiaomi 13 Pro runs the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor making it competitive against other Flagship smartphones regarding performance. It has 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256 GB of internal storage, supports Wi-Fi 7 as well as Bluetooth 5.3 and comes with dual SIM.
The most exciting feature Xiaomi has introduced on the Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro is the impressive camera system, co-engineered with Leica. Benefitting from wide, ultra-wide and telephoto lenses, the design of the camera app is faster and easier to use. Also, a 1-inch ultra-large sensor provides a massive light-sensitive area, more powerful light absorption and better imaging resolution.
Product - Good Points
The Xiaomi 13 Pro has the following features:
improved design and performance
1-inch ultra larger sensor for better photography
high-quality triple camera system with Leica lenses
Sharp WQHD+ resolution (522 PPI)
fast charging battery
good battery life
guaranteed Android and Security updates
Product - Be Aware of Points
The Xiaomi 13 Pro lacks in performance in the following ways:
heavier than other smartphones
glossy display prone to smears
some issues with battery saver mode
various storage and colours available depending on market
Smartphone Battery Performance Score
and Battery Performance Results
We have designed and developed Battery Performance Labels to help Smartphone users.
Translated into the ViserMark Labels, the battery performance test results for the device Xiaomi 13 Pro are below.
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Look at the review by ViserMark based on the results during testing. You can find the full results of our battery performance testing below:
Smartphone Battery Performance Overall Score:
Using various testing criteria, measured using real-life scenarios and live networks, results collated with calculations from Battery Life, Power Efficiency and Charging results that amount to the total score.
The Battery Performance Label shows a score between 0 and 100. It reflects the performance based on independent, repeatable, and rigorous testing.
Xiaomi 13 Pro Smartphone Battery Performance Score
In our recent testing, the battery performance test results delivered an overall score of
39 out of a hundred for the Xiaomi 13 Pro. When viewing the ViserMark Flagship/Pro Tier (€700+), other manufacturers with the latest regular smartphones have similar results, as shown in the chart below.
Comparison of Smartphones in the Flaghship/Pro Tier
As you can see, the Xiaomi 13 Pro obtained an overall battery performance score of 39, with the recently launched Samsung Galaxy S23+ being 1 point lower with 38. The Google 7 Pro achieved 32 out of hundred.
When we look closely at the Xiaomi 13 Pro, it is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and was launched in December 2022. One month later, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ was released, powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy. The overall battery performance of both these smartphones was very comparative, only separated by 1 mark. However, some key differences exist between the Xiaomi 13 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23+. The Xiaomi 13 Pro features include a higher pixel density and 3.2x optical zoom, although the Samsung Galaxy S23+ is lighter in weight and has a slightly longer battery life.
The Google Pixel 7 and Google Pixel 7 Pro were launched in October 2022. Even though the overall battery performance obtained a lower score of 32 out of one hundred, the Google Pixel 7 Pro is a great and well-designed smartphone. Like the other comparative devices, it captures beautiful images at night and during the day and has exceptional camera features. Also, the Pixel 7 Pro, powered by a Tensor G2 chipset, is optimised for Google-specific AI. Photos can be made clear using Real Tone technology, and it recognises speech more accurately, making Google Assistant more useful.
The Xiaomi 13 Pro is the latest flagship smartphone with one of the best camera systems in 2023. We are looking forward to testing the iPhone 14 Pro and the Galaxy S23 Ultra when it comes to smartphone battery performance.
Other smartphone battery performance results can be seen
in the Flagship/Pro Tier Ranking table.
Battery Life
Battery Life - How long will this Smartphone battery last?
The Battery Life ViserMark Label displays the “Days-of-Use” in both actual days and provides accurate information in hours. It reflects the usage of a smartphone from a full charge.
Xiaomi 13 Pro Smartphone Battery Life Ratings
The Xiaomi 13 Pro has a battery capacity of 4820mAh, slightly larger than the 4500mAh of the Xiaomi 13. It delivers 1.5 days of usage, translating into 46 hours. The Google Pixel 7 Pro delivers the same 1.5 days of usage, despite only lasting 37 hours and having the largest battery of 5000mAh. Google does state that Pixel’s Adaptive Battery can last over 24 hours – and up to 72 hours when you turn on Extreme Battery Saver.
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ has 4700mAh, only a slightly smaller battery capacity, yet delivers half a day more, with 49 hours delivered. With the extra 3000mAh battery capacity and the Snapdragon Gen 2 chipset, the Galaxy S23+ "delivers much better-sustained performance than last year," a recent announcement post stated.
Comparison of Smartphones in the Flaghship/Pro Tier
A short time ago, ViserMark introduced the Hours metric to the Battery Life ViserMark Label to provide further detail about battery usage; consequently, the Xiaomi 13 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23+ are much more comparative than previously considered.
Other smartphone battery performance results can be seen in
the Flagship/Pro Tier Ranking table.
Charging Times
Battery Charging Time - How long will this smartphone take to charge?
Time varies to charge different types and sizes of Smartphone batteries. Expressed in Hours and Minutes.
Xiaomi 13 Pro Smartphone Battery Life Ratings
The Xiaomi 13 Pro has a long-lasting battery and fast charging technologies. These include 120W 'HyperCharge' fast wired charging, rapid 50W wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging. Xiaomi states that the Xiaomi 13 Pro has a rapid recharge time of only 19 minutes to 100% over wired charging. Also, its ultra-large vapour chamber and intelligent temperature control system reduce the core temperature during heavy usage.
As you can see in the chart below, the Xiaomi 13 Pro took over 2 hours to charge its 4820mAh battery during our testing protocol using the ViserMark independent lab. The Google Pixel 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23+ took over 3 hours to recharge.
The Google Pixel 7 Pro supports 23W wired charging and 23W wireless charging. Samsung Galaxy S23+ supports 45W wired charging and 10W wireless charging. Maximum charging times may vary.
Comparison of Smartphones in the Flaghship/Pro Tier
Please view all the smartphone Charging Times from our testing results.
Power Efficiency
Power Efficiency - How power efficient is this smartphone?
It maximises the smartphone's performance while reducing the energy it consumes, with minimal impact on battery life.
Xiaomi 13 Pro Smartphone Battery Efficiency Results
Calculated using Battery Life and Battery Capacity and expressed in “Leaves", it reflects a rating between 1 being the least and 5 being the most power efficient.
When tested, the Xiaomi 13 Pro gained a 1 out of 5 battery efficiency rating. This matches the Samsung Galaxy S23+ device when tested for battery efficiency. However, the Google Pixel 7 Pro falls short in its performance and has achieved only 0.5 out of 5 as a rating.
Comparison of Smartphones in the Flaghship/Pro Tier
Annual Energy Consumption
Power Consumption - How much energy does this smartphone use?
All smartphones use energy, and although it is only a small amount, each smartphone varies in consumption.
Xiaomi 13 Pro Smartphone Annual Energy Consumption Results
Our results calculated that the Xiaomi 13 Pro would use only 3.4 kWh per Annum; when tested, slightly higher usage than the Samsung Galaxy S23+ and lower than the Google Pixel 7 Pro
Comparison of Smartphones in the Flaghship/Pro Tier
Through the ViserMark testing protocol, end-users can see an objective benchmark across all devices on their smartphone's expected annual electricity consumption.
Should I buy it?
The Xiaomi 13 Pro is a Flagship/Pro smartphone with feature-rich functionality, an excellent camera system and high-end performance. Even though it carries a high price tag, it remains a true competitor in the Flagship smartphone market.
Xiaomi offers an excellent smartphone with features like IP68 ratings and long-term software and security support as standard. With its partnership with Leica and improved camera system, it can compete with Samsung and Google on software, hardware and performance.
Product Features and Specification
Release Date Internationally March 2023
Display | 6.73-inch 20:9 WQHD+ (3200 x 1440) 120Hz LTPO E6 AMOLED |
Processor | Android 13 w/ MIUI 14 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
Memory | 12GB + 256GB / 12GB+512GB (UFS 4.0) |
Protection | Gorilla Glass Victus, IP68 Rated |
Main Camera | Main Camera: 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm Ultra-wide Camera: 50MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 115° FoV. Telephoto Camera: 50MP, f/2.0, 75mm, 3.2x optical zoom w/ OIS |
Front Camera | 32MP, f/2.0, 1mm, 89.6° FoV |
Battery | 4820 mAh 120W wired, 50W wireless, 10W reverse wireless |
Communications/Audio | Stereo speakers (Dolby Atmos). No headphone jack. NFC: Yes. Radio: No |
Dimensions and Weight | 74.6 x 162.9 x 8.38mm Weight 229g |
Colours Available | Ceramic Black, Ceramic White |
Extra Insights
Q: Does the Xiaomi 13 Pro support 5G?
A: Yes, it does
Q: Does the Xiaomi 13 Pro have a headphone jack?
Q: Does the Xiaomi 13 Pro support wireless charging?
Q: Does the Xiaomi 13 Pro have dual-SIM capabilities?
Q: What storage and RAM variants are the Xiaomi 13 Pro available?
Q: Does the Xiaomi 13 Pro have stereo speakers?
Q: Does the Xiaomi 13 Pro have a microSD card slot?
Q: Is the Xiaomi 13 Pro VoLTE enabled?
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Background
Xiaomi was founded in 2010 by serial entrepreneur Lei Jun, who believes in high quality.
Technology doesn't need to cost a fortune. It is focused on being the most user-centric mobile internet company. With more than 61 million handsets sold in 2014 and products launched in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, India, Indonesia and Brazil, Xiaomi is expanding its footprint worldwide to become a global brand. Xiaomi is headquartered in Beijing, China and has offices in Asia-Pacific, India, and Brazil.
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