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MagyarXiaomi 13T smartphone in review - The budget alternative to the Xiaomi 13 ↺
The Xiaomi 13T is the most affordable entry-level model in Xiaomi's 13T series, positioned slightly below the Xiaomi 13 series. Priced at $599, it shares many similarities with its more expensive counterpart, offering an extensive range of features. Notable features include a 50 MP camera system developed in collaboration with Leica, incorporating a zoom lens, a remarkably bright AMOLED display with a 144 Hz refresh rate, and an impressive 5 years of extended software support.
The primary distinction between the Xiaomi 13T and the Xiaomi 13T Pro lies in the System on Chip (SoC). While the flagship Xiaomi 13T Pro employs the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+, the Xiaomi 13T utilizes the MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra, positioning it slightly below the flagship level in terms of performance. Charging speed is also slightly more relaxed, with the Xiaomi 13T charging at a maximum of 67 watts, in contrast to the Xiaomi 13T Pro's faster 120-watt charging capability.
Potential Competitors in Comparison
Rating | Date | Model | Weight | Drive | Size | Resolution | Best Price |
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| 87.7 % | 12/2023 | Xiaomi 13T Dimensity 8200-Ultra, Mali-G610 MP6 | 197 g | 256 GB UFS 3.1 Flash | 6.67" | 2712x1220 | |
| 88.9 % | 11/2023 | Google Pixel 8 Tensor G3, Mali-G715 MP7 | 187 g | 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash | 6.20" | 2400x1080 | |
| 90.5 % | 03/2023 | Samsung Galaxy S23 SD 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, Adreno 740 | 167 g | 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash | 6.10" | 2340x1080 | |
| 83.1 % | 09/2023 | Sony Xperia 10 V SD 695 5G, Adreno 619 | 159 g | 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash | 6.10" | 2520x1080 | |
| 88.1 % | 10/2023 | Xiaomi 13T Pro Dimensity 9200+, Immortalis-G715 MP11 | 206 g | 512 GB UFS 4.0 Flash | 6.67" | 2712x1220 | |
| 86.8 % | 09/2023 | Xiaomi Poco F5 SD 7+ Gen 2, Adreno 725 | 181 g | 256 GB UFS 3.1 Flash | 6.67" | 2400x1080 |
Case - Also available with vegan leather
The Xiaomi 13T adheres to the design language of its predecessors, featuring narrow display edges, rounded corners and edges, a punch-hole selfie camera, and impeccable finishing. This design is consistent with its sister model, the Xiaomi 13T Pro. The front of the device is protected by a layer of Gorilla Glass 5, safeguarding the 6.67-inch AMOLED display. While the display-to-surface ratio stands at a respectable 87%, it falls slightly short of the Xiaomi 13T Pro (89.2%) and some other flagship smartphones.
As an IP68-certified device, the Xiaomi 13T is available in three color variants. The black (Black) and green (Meadow Green) options feature a glossy glass back, prone to fingerprints. Opting for the blue variant, known as Alpine Blue, results in a back cover made of artificial leather. This choice has a minimal impact on the dimensions and weight. With the glass back, the Xiaomi weighs only 0.43 lb.
Connectivity - Maximum 256 GB storage space
The Xiaomi 13T is exclusively available in a single memory variant, featuring 8 GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256 GB UFS 3.1 storage. Its comprehensive set of features includes Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, an OTG-capable USB-C port, and an always-on display. Additionally, the device is equipped with an IR blaster for convenient remote control of compatible devices such as televisions.
It's worth noting that the Xiaomi 13T's USB-C port, while versatile, doesn't fully align with the smartphone's premium-class positioning, as it operates internally at USB 2.0 speed. In a copy test using the M.2 SSD Samsung 980 Pro in the Asus ROG Strix Arion Case, the USB port achieves a relatively low transfer rate of 41.4 MB/s. This is a characteristic shared with the Xiaomi 13T Pro, which also features USB-C 2.0.
Software - Android 13 and 5 year software updates
The Xiaomi 13T operates on Android 13, complemented by Xiaomi's proprietary MIUI 14 user interface. The software suite includes several third-party applications such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Snapchat, and TikTok, all of which can be uninstalled to tailor the device to individual preferences. Following the setup process, approximately 222 GB of the 256 GB storage on our test device remains available.
One notable aspect is Xiaomi's commitment to a lengthy update period for the Xiaomi 13T. Similar to the Xiaomi 13T Pro, the test candidate is promised 4 Android OS updates and will receive Android security patches for 5 years. This extended software support places Xiaomi in line with Samsung, providing buyers with added planning security.
Communication and GNSS - Precise tracking
The smartphone delivers reliable Wi-Fi performance with its support for WiFi 6. When connected to our reference router, the Asus ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000, the smartphone achieves peak speeds of around 920 MBit/s in both transmit and receive directions. The transmissions exhibit stability, with minor drops observed only during data transmission. For users seeking even higher Wi-Fi speeds, considering the Xiaomi 13T Pro, which supports Wi-Fi 7, may be a preferable option.
In terms of mobile network connectivity, the Xiaomi 13T supports 5G, albeit without mmWave. Its frequency capabilities cover all essential bands for 4G in Europe. This suggests that the Xiaomi 13T should also offer good reception in non-EU countries.
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It utilizes dual-band GNSS for accurate positioning. It supports various satellite navigation services, including GPS (L1, L5), Galileo (E1, E5a), Glonass (L1), Beidou (B1, B1c, B2a), and QZSS (L1, L5). Whether indoors or outdoors, the smartphone rapidly acquires a positioning signal in tests, determining the user's location with an impressive accuracy of up to 1 meter.
In a practical test during a bike ride, the Xiaomi 13T demonstrated its excellent location capabilities when compared to the Garmin Venu 2 fitness smartwatch. The results were convincing, showcasing the smartphone's precise tracking of the distance traveled, making it well-suited for everyday navigation tasks.
Phone features and voice quality
The phone provides dual SIM functionality along with the option to substitute one of the two nano SIM cards with an eSIM. It supports VoLTE (Voice over LTE) and Wi-Fi calls, offering versatile connectivity options.
In terms of voice quality, the Xiaomi smartphone performs admirably. During calls to both mobile and landline networks, voices are transmitted with clarity and distinction, even in hands-free mode. Additionally, the device's noise suppression feature works reliably, contributing to an overall positive calling experience.
Cameras - Triple camera with Leica touch
Compared to its predecessor, the Xiaomi 12T, Xiaomi has elevated the camera setup on the 13T in collaboration with Leica. This upgrade not only involves a partnership with Leica but also results in a more cohesive overall system. Like the Xiaomi 12T, the Xiaomi 13T features a triple camera setup at the rear. The 2 MP macro camera from its predecessor, which wasn't particularly practical, has been omitted. Instead, the Xiaomi 13T now shares an identical camera setup with the Xiaomi 13T Pro.
The primary camera on the Xiaomi 13T is the 50 MP Sony IMX707 (f/1.9, 24 mm), equipped with optical image stabilization, and bears the Leica Vario-Summicron 1:19-2.2/15-50 ASPH branding on the back of the smartphone. Additionally, there is a 12 MP ultra-wide-angle camera (Omnivision OV13b, f/2.2, 15 mm), and as a notable feature, a 50 MP telephoto camera with a 2x optical zoom and a 20x digital zoom (Omnivision OV50D, f/1.9, 50 mm). The camera array is completed by the 20 MP punch-hole selfie camera, capable of capturing good photos but limited to recording videos in Full HD resolution at 30 frames per second.
The collaboration with Leica introduces two image modes, Leica Vibrant and Leica Authentic, along with numerous photo setting options. These modes, accessible via a separate icon in the camera app, each feature slightly different color calibrations. Additionally, various Leica filters are available to enhance photos. The main camera can record videos at up to 4K at 30 frames per second.
In daylight conditions, the main camera excels at capturing excellent photos with minimal image noise, consistently maintaining sharpness thanks to optical image stabilization. The Leica Vivid mode produces strong contrasts, while Leica Authentic tends to provide softer contrasts. The main camera also performs well in capturing night shots. However, compared to the Xiaomi 13T Pro, which shares the same photo hardware, the level of detail is somewhat lower, and the photos appear less dynamic. This difference could be attributed to the distinct SoC (Xiaomi 13T Pro: MediaTek Dimensity 9200+).
The telephoto camera, also boasting a 50 MP resolution, delivers high-contrast and sharp photos at lossless zoom levels of up to 2x, demonstrating an overall commendable performance. Images get hazy rapidly while using digital zoom. The weakest link in the Xiaomi 13T's camera ensemble is the 12 MP ultra-wide-angle camera. While it performs adequately, it doesn't offer more than standard photo quality, comparable to that of much more affordable smartphones.
Image Comparison
Choose a scene and navigate within the first image. One click changes the position on touchscreens. One click on the zoomed-in image opens the original in a new window. The first image shows the scaled photograph of the test device.
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Under controlled lighting conditions, the main camera demonstrates a commendable imaging performance. The Delta-E color deviations, reaching up to 21.23, are relatively significant. In particular, green tones are occasionally rendered much brighter than the reference colors of the ColorChecker color chart. Despite having only 1 lux of residual light, the Xiaomi 13T is still able to display the test chart, albeit with a noticeable level of blurring.
Accessories and warranty - No 24 months premium support
The Xiaomi 13T comes with a 67-watt power adapter (5-20V/6.2-3.25A), a USB-C cable, a transparent protective cover, a SIM tool, a quick start guide.
Unfortunately, there is no warranty coverage in the US.
Input devices & operation - Fast-reacting 144 Hz display
With a refresh rate reaching up to 144 Hz and a dynamically adjusted sampling rate of up to 480 Hz depending on the content, the Xiaomi 13T delivers an exceptionally smooth content display. The device exhibits no noticeable delay between input and response, ensuring swift app switching, even with multiple applications open simultaneously.
Biometric authentication is facilitated through the optical fingerprint reader integrated into the display, offering quick and reliable performance. Additionally, 2D facial recognition is available for authentication, providing a rapid but less secure alternative.
Display - Extremely bright AMOLED panel
The Xiaomi 13T features a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2712 x 1220 pixels, resulting in a 20:9 aspect ratio and a high pixel density of 446 PPI. The panel supports HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision.
The display operates with a refresh rate of up to 144 Hz, dynamically adjusting in 5 steps. When set to 60 Hz in the Android settings, the screen runs at 30 or 60 Hz based on the displayed content. The alternative option is 144 Hz, utilizing all 5 levels at 30, 60, 90, 120, or 144 Hz.
Xiaomi claims a typical brightness of 1200 cd/m², with the ability to peak at 2600 cd/m². In a measurement with an even distribution of bright and dark image areas (APL18), the AMOLED display achieves an impressive 1452 cd/m², making it one of the brightest smartphone displays currently available. With HDR content, the screen reaches a maximum of 1278 cd/m², falling short of the targeted maximum value.
The display uses pulse width modulation (PWM) for screen brightness control, indicating that screen flickering is unavoidable. The amplitude curve is consistent at 120 Hz across the entire brightness spectrum. Xiaomi states that the 13T utilizes PWM dimming at a very high frequency of 2880 Hz, offering a more comfortable experience for sensitive users.
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Brightness Distribution: 93 %
Center on Battery: 1254 cd/m²
Contrast: ∞:1 (Black: 0 cd/m²)
ΔE Color 0.8 | 0.5-29.43 Ø5
ΔE Greyscale 1.3 | 0.57-98 Ø5.3
98.6% sRGB (Calman 2D)
Gamma: 2.21
| Xiaomi 13T AMOLED, 2712x1220, 6.67 | Google Pixel 8 OLED, 2400x1080, 6.20 | Samsung Galaxy S23 Dynamic AMOLED 2x, 2340x1080, 6.10 | Sony Xperia 10 V OLED, 2520x1080, 6.10 | Xiaomi 13T Pro AMOLED, 2712x1220, 6.67 | Xiaomi Poco F5 AMOLED, 2400x1080, 6.67 | |
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| Screen | -39% | -113% | -21% | -41% | -69% | |
| Brightness middle | 1254 | 1450 16% | 1125 -10% | 933 -26% | 1252 0% | 1034 -18% |
| Brightness | 1250 | 1410 13% | 1122 -10% | 944 -24% | 1230 -2% | 1033 -17% |
| Brightness Distribution | 93 | 92 -1% | 96 3% | 97 4% | 96 3% | 93 0% |
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| Colorchecker dE 2000 * | 0.8 | 1.1 -38% | 3.2 -300% | 1.1 -38% | 1.4 -75% | 1.9 -138% |
| Colorchecker dE 2000 max. * | 1.6 | 4.2 -163% | 4.9 -206% | 1.7 -6% | 3.1 -94% | 3.7 -131% |
| Greyscale dE 2000 * | 1.3 | 2.1 -62% | 3.3 -154% | 1.8 -38% | 2.3 -77% | 2.7 -108% |
| Gamma | 2.21 100% | 2.24 98% | 1.97 112% | 2.29 96% | 2.23 99% | 2.24 98% |
| CCT | 6350 102% | 6584 99% | 6504 100% | 6611 98% | 6590 99% | 6917 94% |
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Screen Flickering / PWM (Pulse-Width Modulation)
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The display backlight flickers at 120 Hz (worst case, e.g., utilizing PWM) . The frequency of 120 Hz is very low, so the flickering may cause eyestrain and headaches after extended use. In comparison: 53 % of all tested devices do not use PWM to dim the display. If PWM was detected, an average of 17903 (minimum: 5 - maximum: 3846000) Hz was measured. | |||
Measurement series with fixed zoom level and different brightness settings
The AMOLED display of the Xiaomi 13T is finely calibrated at the factory. Transitioning from the default Vivid color scheme to the Original Color (the third option being Saturated), ensures that colors and grayscale are within the optimal range. For users who prefer the Vivid and Saturated color modes, there is the additional option to customize the color display by selecting the desired color temperature.
Display Response Times
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| 1.14 ms ... rise ↗ and fall ↘ combined | ↗ 0.571 ms rise |  |
| ↘ 0.527 ms fall | ||
| The screen shows very fast response rates in our tests and should be very well suited for fast-paced gaming. In comparison, all tested devices range from 0.1 (minimum) to 240 (maximum) ms. » 2 % of all devices are better. This means that the measured response time is better than the average of all tested devices (21.5 ms). | ||
| ↔ Response Time 50% Grey to 80% Grey | ||
| 1.27 ms ... rise ↗ and fall ↘ combined | ↗ 0.6 ms rise |  |
| ↘ 0.6655 ms fall | ||
| The screen shows very fast response rates in our tests and should be very well suited for fast-paced gaming. In comparison, all tested devices range from 0.2 (minimum) to 636 (maximum) ms. » 3 % of all devices are better. This means that the measured response time is better than the average of all tested devices (33.7 ms). | ||
The AMOLED display, known for its stable viewing angles, performs exceptionally well outdoors. Its high brightness reserves allow for easy readability of content even in direct sunlight. Additionally, a sunlight mode is available, adjusting the brightness in response to strong ambient light to further enhance visibility.
Performance - Almost flagship level
The MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra, an advanced CPU specifically designed for Xiaomi with an enhanced camera ISP, is a variation of the otherwise identical MediaTek Dimensity 8200 and is the processor used in the Xiaomi 13T. An Imagiq 785 image processor handles the processing of camera data.
Manufactured using a 4 nm process, the MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra features eight cores divided into two clusters. The first cluster comprises an ARM Cortex-A78 performance core clocked at 3.1 GHz, along with three additional ARM Cortex-A78 performance cores operating at 3 GHz. The second cluster houses four ARM Cortex-A55 power cores running at 2.0 GHz.
While the Xiaomi 13T may not match the SoC performance of its sister model, the Xiaomi 13T Pro, it still demonstrates commendable synthetic benchmark results. The Mediatek Dimensity 8200-Ultra performs similarly well to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2, found in devices like the Xiaomi Poco F5. The Google Tensor G3 in the Google Pixel 8 also achieves a comparable level of performance.
| Antutu v10 - Total Score | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Average of class Smartphone (281399 - 2162423, n=51, last 2 years) | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra () | |
| UL Procyon AI Inference for Android - Overall Score NNAPI | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra () | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Average of class Smartphone (207 - 84787, n=150, last 2 years) | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
For graphics calculations, the Xiaomi 13T uses the ARM GPU Mali-G610 MP6, providing the smartphone with a respectable graphics performance. Although, it doesn't secure a top-ranking position among the compared devices. While the Xiaomi 13T outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 V, it falls just short of reaching the performance levels of the Xiaomi Poco F5 and the Google Pixel 8.
GFXBench (DX / GLBenchmark) 2.7: T-Rex Onscreen | 1920x1080 T-Rex Offscreen
GFXBench 3.0: on screen Manhattan Onscreen OGL | 1920x1080 1080p Manhattan Offscreen
GFXBench 3.1: on screen Manhattan ES 3.1 Onscreen | 1920x1080 Manhattan ES 3.1 Offscreen
GFXBench: on screen Car Chase Onscreen | 1920x1080 Car Chase Offscreen | on screen Aztec Ruins High Tier Onscreen | 2560x1440 Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen | on screen Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Onscreen | 1920x1080 Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Offscreen | 3840x2160 4K Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen
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| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
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| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
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| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| 3DMark / Wild Life Unlimited Score | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| 3DMark / Wild Life Score | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| 3DMark / Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1) Unlimited Physics | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
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| Google Pixel 8 | |
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| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
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| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
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| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
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| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| GFXBench (DX / GLBenchmark) 2.7 / T-Rex Onscreen | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| GFXBench (DX / GLBenchmark) 2.7 / T-Rex Offscreen | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| GFXBench 3.0 / Manhattan Onscreen OGL | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| GFXBench 3.0 / 1080p Manhattan Offscreen | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| GFXBench 3.1 / Manhattan ES 3.1 Onscreen | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| GFXBench 3.1 / Manhattan ES 3.1 Offscreen | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| GFXBench / Car Chase Onscreen | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| GFXBench / Car Chase Offscreen | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| GFXBench / Aztec Ruins High Tier Onscreen | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| GFXBench / Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| GFXBench / Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Onscreen | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| GFXBench / Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Offscreen | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
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| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| GFXBench / 4K Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
Browser benchmarks reveal the Xiaomi 13T's impressive performance, garnering it a good middle-of-the-road place among the selected comparison devices. The smartphone has quick web page loading times and responsive display performance.
| Jetstream 2 - Total Score | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 (Chrome 109) | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro (Chrome 117) | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 (Chrome 116) | |
| Average of class Smartphone (13.8 - 351, n=173, last 2 years) | |
| Google Pixel 8 (chrome 116) | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra () | |
| Xiaomi 13T (Chrome 119.0.6045.163) | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V (Chrome 116) | |
| Speedometer 2.0 - Result | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro (Chrome 117) | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 (Chrome 109) | |
| Google Pixel 8 (chrome 116) | |
| Xiaomi 13T (Chrome 119.0.6045.163) | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra () | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 (Chrome 116) | |
| Average of class Smartphone (14.9 - 445, n=157, last 2 years) | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V (Chrome 116) | |
| WebXPRT 4 - Overall | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 (Chrome 109) | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 (Chrome 116) | |
| Xiaomi 13T (Chrome 119.0.6045.163) | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra () | |
| Average of class Smartphone (22 - 202, n=160, last 2 years) | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro (Chrome 117) | |
| Google Pixel 8 (chrome 116) | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V (Chrome 116) | |
| WebXPRT 3 - Overall | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro (Chrome 117) | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 (Chrome 116) | |
| Average of class Smartphone (39 - 304, n=122, last 2 years) | |
| Xiaomi 13T (Chrome 119.0.6045.163) | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra () | |
| Google Pixel 8 (chrome 116) | |
| Octane V2 - Total Score | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 (Chrome 109) | |
| Google Pixel 8 (chrome 116) | |
| Xiaomi 13T (Chrome 119.0.6045.163) | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra () | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 (Chrome 116) | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro (Chrome 117) | |
| Average of class Smartphone (2228 - 89112, n=214, last 2 years) | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V (Chrome 116) | |
| Mozilla Kraken 1.1 - Total | |
| Average of class Smartphone (388 - 9999, n=173, last 2 years) | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V (Chrome 116) | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra () | |
| Xiaomi 13T (Chrome 119.0.6045.163) | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro (Chrome 117) | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 (Chrome 116) | |
| Google Pixel 8 (chrome 116) | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 (Chrome 109) | |
* ... smaller is better
Benefiting from its UFS 3.1 flash, the Xiaomi 13T achieves impressive storage speeds, resulting in short loading times. Notably, it closely approaches the performance of the Xiaomi 13T Pro when it comes to reading and writing small data blocks.
| Xiaomi 13T | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Sony Xperia 10 V | Xiaomi 13T Pro | Xiaomi Poco F5 | Average 256 GB UFS 3.1 Flash | Average of class Smartphone | |
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| AndroBench 3-5 | -24% | -67% | 60% | 2% | -25% | -33% | |
| Sequential Read 256KB | 1861.15 | 3133.7 ? 68% 1686.71 ? -9% | 444.54 -76% | 3983.36 114% | 1798.37 -3% | 1760 ? -5% | 1508 ? -19% |
| Sequential Write 256KB | 1766.12 | 844 ? -52% 628.53 ? -64% | 438.02 -75% | 3201.74 81% | 1736.41 -2% | 1134 ? -36% | 1118 ? -37% |
| Random Read 4KB | 380.76 | 427.61 ? 12% 343.65 ? -10% | 175.72 -54% | 434.21 14% | 389.37 2% | 281 ? -26% | 247 ? -35% |
| Random Write 4KB | 452.08 | 156.69 ? -65% 130.26 ? -71% | 165.15 -63% | 583.6 29% | 498.93 10% | 311 ? -31% | 272 ? -40% |
Gaming - Powerful gaming platform
With the ARM Mali-G610 MP6 and 8 GB LPDDR5 RAM, the Xiaomi 13T handles games with minimal restrictions. The main limitations observed were within the games themselves during testing.
In games like PUBG Mobile (in the HD/Extrem) and Asphalt 9 (in the high setting), the image output is capped at a maximum of 60 FPS, likely for energy-saving purposes. However, the Xiaomi 13T consistently maintains the frame rate at a practically constant 60 FPS in both cases, indicating that higher performance is achievable.
Even in the UltraHDR/Ultra-setting of PUBG Mobile, the Xiaomi 13T maintains an average of 40 FPS. Notably, in our third test game, Subway Surfers, where there is no frame limit, the smartphone fully leverages its 120 Hz screen.
The determination of game frame rates is conducted using our Gamebench test tool.
Emissions - Maximum performance almost always available
Temperature
During testing, the Xiaomi 13T reached a temperature of 107.42 °F under load. This temperature is entirely benign and doesn't result in the smartphone feeling uncomfortably warm when held.
Efficient heat dissipation is demonstrated by the Xiaomi 13T, as evidenced by the 3DMark's Wild Life stress test. After 20 runs, the test scene is only rendered around 10 percent slower than at the beginning of the measurement, even in the demanding Wild Life Extreme scenario. This suggests that the smartphone can maintain at least 90% of its performance under constant high load.
(±) The maximum temperature on the upper side is 41.9 °C / 107 F, compared to the average of 35 °C / 95 F, ranging from 21.9 to 56 °C for the class Smartphone.
(±) The bottom heats up to a maximum of 40.7 °C / 105 F, compared to the average of 33.8 °C / 93 F
(+) In idle usage, the average temperature for the upper side is 22.6 °C / 73 F, compared to the device average of 32.7 °C / 91 F.
3DMark Wild Life Stress Test
| 3DMark | |
| Wild Life Stress Test Stability | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Wild Life Extreme Stress Test | |
| Xiaomi Poco F5 | |
| Sony Xperia 10 V | |
| Xiaomi 13T | |
| Google Pixel 8 | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
| Solar Bay Stress Test Stability | |
| Xiaomi 13T Pro | |
Speakers
The stereo speakers of the Xiaomi 13T are located on the two short sides of the casing and deliver a relatively balanced sound by smartphone standards. Bass is practically absent from the sound mix, but apart from that, the smartphone produces decent sound with mostly balanced highs and mids.
External audio devices can be connected via USB-C or Bluetooth 5.4. The Xiaomi 13T supports all important Bluetooth codecs, including AAC, SBC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX TWS+, and LHDC V1 to V5.
Xiaomi 13T audio analysis
(+) | speakers can play relatively loud (91.4 dB)
Bass 100 - 315 Hz
(-) | nearly no bass - on average 22% lower than median
(±) | linearity of bass is average (7.4% delta to prev. frequency)
Mids 400 - 2000 Hz
(+) | balanced mids - only 4.9% away from median
(+) | mids are linear (4.3% delta to prev. frequency)
Highs 2 - 16 kHz
(±) | higher highs - on average 6.4% higher than median
(+) | highs are linear (3.7% delta to prev. frequency)
Overall 100 - 16.000 Hz
(±) | linearity of overall sound is average (17.2% difference to median)
Compared to same class
» 7% of all tested devices in this class were better, 6% similar, 87% worse
» The best had a delta of 12%, average was 38%, worst was 134%
Compared to all devices tested
» 26% of all tested devices were better, 8% similar, 66% worse
» The best had a delta of 4%, average was 25%, worst was 134%
Xiaomi 13T Pro audio analysis
(+) | speakers can play relatively loud (89.7 dB)
Bass 100 - 315 Hz
(-) | nearly no bass - on average 28% lower than median
(±) | linearity of bass is average (8.6% delta to prev. frequency)
Mids 400 - 2000 Hz
(+) | balanced mids - only 4.4% away from median
(+) | mids are linear (4.7% delta to prev. frequency)
Highs 2 - 16 kHz
(±) | higher highs - on average 5.2% higher than median
(+) | highs are linear (3.3% delta to prev. frequency)
Overall 100 - 16.000 Hz
(±) | linearity of overall sound is average (18.9% difference to median)
Compared to same class
» 17% of all tested devices in this class were better, 9% similar, 74% worse
» The best had a delta of 12%, average was 38%, worst was 134%
Compared to all devices tested
» 39% of all tested devices were better, 8% similar, 54% worse
» The best had a delta of 4%, average was 25%, worst was 134%
Battery life - Fast charging with 67 watts
Power Consumption
The smartphone can be charged with up to 67 watts, officially completing the charging of its 5000 mAh battery in 42 minutes. During the test, the stopwatch even stops at 41 minutes. A suitable 67-watt power adapter is conveniently included with the phone. The Xiaomi 13T does not support wireless charging or reverse wireless charging.
In terms of power consumption, the Xiaomi 13T is almost completely inconspicuous in the test. The high consumption of 13.2 watts under load is due to the enormously demanding burnout benchmark. The Xiaomi Poco F5 and the Xiaomi 13T Pro even provoke a slightly higher power consumption.
| Off / Standby |   0.05 / 0.24 Watt |
| Idle |  1.13 / 1.37 / 1.42 Watt |
| Load |
8.98 / 13.23 Watt |
    
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| Xiaomi 13T 5000 mAh | Google Pixel 8 4575 mAh | Samsung Galaxy S23 3900 mAh | Sony Xperia 10 V 5000 mAh | Xiaomi 13T Pro 5000 mAh | Xiaomi Poco F5 5000 mAh | Average MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra | Average of class Smartphone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Consumption | 27% | 49% | 43% | 1% | 9% | 0% | 15% | |
| Idle Minimum * | 1.13 | 0.56 50% | 0.57 50% | 0.56 50% | 0.99 12% | 0.89 21% | 1.13 ? -0% | 0.897 ? 21% |
| Idle Average * | 1.37 | 1.08 21% | 0.74 46% | 0.91 34% | 1.14 17% | 1.05 23% | 1.37 ? -0% | 1.452 ? -6% |
| Idle Maximum * | 1.42 | 1.17 18% | 0.83 42% | 0.98 31% | 1.34 6% | 1.08 24% | 1.42 ? -0% | 1.629 ? -15% |
| Load Average * | 8.98 | 8.01 11% | 4.26 53% | 5.34 41% | 10.06 -12% | 10.86 -21% | 8.98 ? -0% | 5.55 ? 38% |
| Load Maximum * | 13.23 | 8.89 33% | 6.16 53% | 5.46 59% | 15.94 -20% | 13.49 -2% | 13.2 ? -0% | 8.31 ? 37% |
* ... smaller is better
Power Consumption: Geekbench (150 cd/m²)
Power Consumption: GFXBench (150 cd/m²)
Battery life
We conducted practical measurements of battery life with the screen brightness adjusted to 150 cd/m². The Xiaomi 13T performs well with the 144 Hz display enabled. In the WLAN test, it lasts just over 17 hours, and just under 15 minutes more during continuous video playback. The comparison devices are on a similar level, with the exception of the Sony Xperia 10 V, which demonstrates true endurance qualities.
| Xiaomi 13T 5000 mAh | Google Pixel 8 4575 mAh | Samsung Galaxy S23 3900 mAh | Sony Xperia 10 V 5000 mAh | Xiaomi 13T Pro 5000 mAh | Xiaomi Poco F5 5000 mAh | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Runtime | -12% | 13% | 47% | 19% | -0% | |
| Reader / Idle | 2511 | 1493 -41% | 2249 -10% | 4067 62% | 1798 -28% | 1324 -47% |
| H.264 | 1040 | 1363 31% | 1255 21% | 1615 55% | 1298 25% | 1123 8% |
| WiFi v1.3 | 1026 | 814 -21% | 926 -10% | 1157 13% | 1099 7% | 1014 -1% |
| Load | 247 | 205 -17% | 370 50% | 388 57% | 427 73% | 343 39% |
Pros
Cons
Verdict on the Xiaomi 13T
Anyone who has waited until now to purchase a new smartphone might find the perfect fit in Xiaomi's lineup. The T series, released towards the year's end, consistently delivers models with impressive performance and features at a comparatively reasonable price. The Xiaomi 13T, while not a budget option at an official price of $599, is significantly more affordable than the current Xiaomi flagship models.
The Xiaomi 13T stands out as an excellent upper-class smartphone with extensive features, now available for less than $600.
Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra, it offers performance just below flagship level, distinguishing it from the Xiaomi 13T Pro, and boasts faster charging at 120 watts. The Xiaomi 13T, with its 67-watt charging, reaches a full charge in just 41 minutes, although it lacks wireless charging functionality.
Impressive across various system components, the Xiaomi 13T particularly excels with its very bright AMOLED display. Noteworthy in its price range is the camera module, including a 2x telephoto lens. The extended 5-year update period might sway those who have been hesitant about choosing Xiaomi.
However, users with high storage needs may be disappointed, as the Xiaomi 13T offers only a 256 GB version without the option to expand storage using a microSD card. In this regard, the Xiaomi 13T Pro, available with up to 1 TB capacity, provides a better solution.
Alternative options to consider include the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Xiaomi Poco F5. The former offers slightly superior speed and a more compact size at 6.1 inches. While the Xiaomi Poco F5 is more budget-friendly, it falls short in the camera department compared to the Xiaomi 13T.
Price and availability
The Xiaomi 13T is available on Amazon for under $500.
Xiaomi 13T
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12/07/2023 v7
Manuel Masiero
Transparency
The present review sample was made available to the author as a loan by the manufacturer or a shop for the purposes of review. The lender had no influence on this review, nor did the manufacturer receive a copy of this review before publication. There was no obligation to publish this review.
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