17th January 2024, Kathmandu
Xiaomi, the global technology leader, has announced the launch of the Redmi 13C in Nepal, equipped with the powerful MediaTek Helio G85 processor. Redmi 13C promises to deliver a seamless and feature-rich experience to users, combining cutting-edge technology with elegant design.
Unveiling Xiaomi’s Budget-Friendly Redmi 13C Smartphone in Nepal
Commenting on the launch, Manu Manaswi, Country General Manager of Xiaomi Nepal said, “We believe the Redmi 13C sets a new standard for smartphones, combining cutting-edge technology with stylish design. We aim to provide a great mix of innovation, style, and performance, and the Redmi 13C showcases that approach”.
Processing Power and Storage Configurations:
The MediaTek Helio G85, built on a 12nm process, boasts an octa-core configuration with Arm Cortex-A75 clocked at 2.0GHz and Arm Cortex-A55 at 1.8GHz, ensuring smooth and efficient performance. The processor is coupled with impressive storage and RAM configurations, offering users options of 6GB+128GB, and for the first time in the Redmi C-series – an 8GB+256GB variant.
Sleek Design and Dimensions:
The smartphone features a sleek design with dimensions measuring 168mm in height, 78mm in width, and 8.09mm in thickness, weighing just 192g.
Vivid Display:
The device boasts a 6.74″ Dot Drop display with a resolution of 1600×720, offering a vivid visual experience with a brightness of 450 nits (typ) and 600 nits HBM. The display supports a refresh rate of up to 90Hz, enhancing the user experience for supported apps. This time, the device also offers a Corning® Gorilla® Glass protection.
Equipped with an advanced camera system, the smartphone features a 50MP AI triple camera with additional modes such as HDR, Night mode, Portrait mode, 50MP mode, and Time-lapse. The rear camera supports video recording in 1080P at 30fps and 720P at 30fps. The front camera is an 8MP lens supporting 1080P video recording at 30fps and 720P at 30fps.
Long-lasting Battery and Quick Charging:
Powering the device is a 5000mAh (typ) battery, supporting 18W PD charging via USB Type-C. The package includes a 10W power adapter, while 18W or above power adapters supporting PD charging can be used for optimal charging performance.
Security Features and Connectivity:
Ensuring user security, the smartphone features a side fingerprint sensor and AI face unlock. Additional features include dual SIM + microSD support, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz | 5GHz, and a comprehensive array of network connectivity options, including 4G, 3G, and 2G.
Rich Audio Experience and MIUI 14:
With a 3.5mm headphone jack and support for AAC/SBC on Bluetooth 5.3, users can enjoy a rich audio experience. The device runs on MIUI 14 based on Android 13, offering a feature-rich and intuitive user interface.
Navigation and Positioning:
The smartphone offers precise navigation and positioning capabilities with GPS, Glonass, Galileo, and Beidou support.
Sensors and Operating System:
Featuring a range of sensors such as the virtual proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, accelerometer, and electronic compass, the device operates on MIUI 14 based on Android 13.
Specs:
| Redmi 13C | |
| Display & Design | · 6.74″ Dot Drop display
1600×720, 260 ppi Brightness: 450 nits (typ), 600 nits HBM Refresh rate: Up to 90Hz Supports Reading mode DC dimming Corning® Gorilla® Glass screen |
| Rear Camera | ·filmCamera | HDR mode | Night mode | Portrait mode | 50MP mode | Time-lapse
· 50MP main camera 5P lens, f/1.8 · 2MP macro camera f/2.4 · Auxiliary lens · Rear camera video features1080P 1920×1080 30fps 720P 1280×720 30fps |
| Front Camera | · filmCamera | HDR mode | Soft-light ring | Portrait mode | Time-lapse
· 8MP front camera f/2.0 · Front camera video recording 1080P 1920×1080 30fps 720P 1280×720 30fps |
| Processor | · MediaTek Helio G85 processor
12nm process, octa-core CPU: Arm Cortex-A75 @ 2.0GHz Arm Cortex-A55 @ 1.8GHz GPU: Arm Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Battery & Charging | · 5000mAh battery (typ)
· Supports 18W PD charging · *10 W power adapter is included in the box. |
| Security | · Side fingerprint sensor
· AI face unlock |
| Network & Connectivity | · Dual SIM + microSD
· Network bands: Supports 4G / 3G / 2G 2G: GSM:2/3/5/8 3G: WCDMA:1/5/8 4G: LTE FDD: 1/3/5/7/8/20/28 4G: LTE TDD: 38/40/41 · Wireless Networks Wi-Fi: 2.4GHz | 5GHz Bluetooth 5.3 Supports AAC / SBC Supports FM radio (with headphone jack) |
| Navigation & Positioning | · GPS | Glonass | Galileo | Beidou |
| Operating System | · MIUI 14 based on Android 13 |
Market Availability
Redmi 13C comes in three colors Midnight Black, Navy Blue, and Clover Green in 6GB+128GB | 8GB+256GB variants.
The 6GB+128GB | 8GB+256GB variants are priced at Rs 15,999 and Rs 18,999 respectively.
It will be available in all the authorized Mi Stores & Xiaomi Authorized Retailers all over Nepal from 17th January 2024.