Xiaomi Redmi 13vsZTE Blade A34

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Xiaomi
Xiaomi Redmi 13
Redmi 13
Processor:MediaTek Helio G91
RAM:6GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Xiaomi Redmi 13's battery life is unimpressive, lasting just 10 hours and 28 minutes with moderate usage.
The Xiaomi Redmi 13's display falls short due to disappointing brightness levels and lack of HDR video support.
The Xiaomi Redmi 13's main camera excels in bright lighting, but falters in low-light situations significantly.
The Xiaomi Redmi 13's poor performance makes it hard to recommend, overshadowing its other redeeming qualities.
ZTE
ZTE Blade A34
Blade A34
Processor:Spreadtrum Unisoc SC9863A
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The ZTE Blade A34's impressive 5,000mAh battery delivers long-lasting power with moderate use expected daily.
The main concern with the ZTE Blade A34's display is its brightness level and average pixel density.
The ZTE Blade A34's camera produces good images in various lighting conditions despite some limitations in low-light scenarios.
The ZTE Blade A34's performance is underwhelming and not ideal, prioritizing affordability over functionality.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Xiaomi Redmi 13
2 GHz
ZTE Blade A34
1.60 GHz

RAM

Winner
Xiaomi Redmi 13
6GB
ZTE Blade A34
4GB

Storage

Winner
Xiaomi Redmi 13
128GB
ZTE Blade A34
64GB

Weight

Winner
Xiaomi Redmi 13
198g
ZTE Blade A34
185g
Specifications Comparison
Specification
Xiaomi Xiaomi Redmi 13
ZTE ZTE Blade A34
Model
MediaTek Helio G91
Spreadtrum Unisoc SC9863A
CPU
2x Cortex, A75 2.0 GHz + 6x Cortex, A55 1.8 GHz
4x Cortex, A55 1.6 GHz + 4x Cortex, A55 1.2 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
12
28
Frequency
2
1.60
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Arm Mali-G52 MC2 850MHz
PowerVR GE8322
RAM
6
4
Capacity
128
64
Type
eMMC 5.1 Storage
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
N/A
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
N/A
Ultrasonic proximity virtual sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
269266
154110
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 61% of devices
Overall performance better than 52% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Xiaomi Redmi 13

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

ZTE Blade A34

Strengths

The battery actually should last you a pretty decent time most likely longer than most other Android devices...
This is right now as the best as you can experience this device... with freshly set up, so it's running best right now...
The processor it's most likely going to last a decent amount of time... an octacore processor this is the a55...
If put some stuff on it applications it will slow down it will run crappier... but this is right now as the best as you can experience this device...
This should be a pretty decent battery life anyway for devices that come out nowadays...

Weaknesses

It's painfully slow so when you open up applications it just takes them a decent while to load up...
The device is freshly set up, so it's running best right now... but if put some stuff on it applications it will slow down it will run crappier...
This won't be a pleasant thing to use so anyway with that being said hopefully you found this video helpful...
You can see it's painfully see it's painfully slow so when you open up applications it just takes them a decent while to load up...
The device itself is crap but boy if I would ever get lost in a Wilderness this device would literally last me up to a month the battery there was absolutely insane for a device with a touchcreen...
Read Full Reviews

Xiaomi Redmi 13

The Xiaomi Redmi 13 is an affordable entry-level device that offers a glass build with IP53 rating and a high-res main camera, making it a decent option for those on a tight budget. However, this phone has several downsides that make it hard to recommend. Firstly, the screen doesn't get very bright, peaking at around 340 nits, which is disappointing considering the trend of more vibrant displays in recent smartphones. The single speaker produces average sound quality with muddy mids and distortion at high volumes. The battery life is also nothing special, lasting around 10 hours and 28 minutes during active use. The biggest shortcoming of the Redmi 13, however, is its performance. Despite using a relatively new Mediatek Helio G91 Ultra chipset, this phone falls behind in benchmark scores and even budget competitors from last year. The stuttering and lag are constant issues, making it hard to live with. The camera department is somewhat redeeming, with the 108MP main camera producing decent photos during the day, although pixel bending results in a lower effective resolution of 12MP. Low-light performance is average, but daytime shots are solid for a budget device. The selfie camera delivers surprisingly clean and detailed images. Given its shortcomings, particularly the poor performance, it's hard to recommend the Xiaomi Redmi 13 even as a budget option. If you're looking for an alternative, consider devices like the Samsung Galaxy A25 or Poco M6 Pro.

ZTE Blade A34

The ZTE Blade A34 is an affordable smartphone that promises a decent Android experience without breaking the bank. With its 5,000mAh battery, octa-core processor, and 6-inch display, it's designed to provide a reliable daily driver for those on a tight budget. However, with such a low price point, compromises have been made - and we're not just talking about performance. In this review, we'll explore whether the Blade A34 is worth considering as your next phone, or if its limitations make it better suited for specific use cases.

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