The Xiaomi 13T has proved to be the best gadget for smartphone snappers as it features Leica powered triple camera sensor at the back while offering at a cheaper price than its more premium siblings.
The Xiaomi 13T is packed with all the smartphone goodies you’ll ever dream of especially a whooping 67W fast charger for quick top-ups and a super Leica-engineered triple camera setup. It’s the newest addition to the Xiaomi 13 phone range and was launched alongside the Xiaomi 13T Pro model. Xiaomi claims that the 67W fast charger gives you a full 100% charge in just under 45 minutes and the 5000mAh battery capacity, although it’s familiar is more than enough to last you for the whole day.
With the IP68 dust and water-resistant, the Xiaomi 13T can take a photo or videos of you while inside the pool. It’s one of the best Android smartphones with a focus on cutting-edge technologies that’ll impact the user’s lifestyle. Of course, the price is tempting considering it’s selling at a cheaper price than most recent flagship phones including the latest iPhone 15 series.
After watching Xiaomi’s launch event in Berlin, here’s our hands-on review and thoughts on the Xiaomi 13T.
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Xiaomi 13T Key Specifications
- Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED, 144Hz
- Resolution: 1220 x 2712 pixels
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra
- Front Camera: 20-megapixel
- Rear Camera: 50-megapixel, 50-megapixel, 12-megapixel
- RAM: 8GB /12GB
- Storage: 256GB
- Battery Capacity: 5000mAh
- Software: Android 13, MIUI 14
Design
The Xiaomi 13T has some design aspects of the Xiaomi 13 especially the flat edges and curved corners that make it comfortable in your hand.
However, the Xiaomi 13T design differs depending on the color you’re buying. The Black model has a shiny glass back that’s slippery and reflective while the Meadow Green and Alpine Blue colors feature a grippy leather finish. This design innovation is something we always want to see on a Xiaomi device as the choices of customers always differ.
Interestingly, the 13T smartphone is lighter than its 13T Pro sibling at 193g, but it’ll be difficult to notice when you lift it. Nevertheless, the Xiaomi 13T is an excellent smartphone that’ll easily captivate the interest of your friends when you’re with it. The IP68 rating protects against dust and is water-resistant in a pool or the water splashes while on your workout sessions.
Meanwhile, there are not many changes in the camera department as we have the same box-like camera module that’s on the Xiaomi 13 and 13 Pro. On the other hand, you’re getting the usual USB type-C port on the bottom shelf of the phone, alongside the speaker grille and the SIM slot on the other end.
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Display
Another great feature is the trendy 144Hz refresh rate 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 2600 nite peak brightness level. It’ll be interesting to have premium HDR10+ support in addition to 68B colors and Dolby Vision. Other display features include 1220 x 2712 pixels resolution, 20:9 aspect ratio, and 446 ppi density.
The Xiaomi 13T display is one of the best and would be interesting to watch your favourite Netflix series or play games on.
Camera
The Xiaomi 13T Leica-engineered triple camera sensors are arguably the star features of this phone. It’s among the best cameras in top-tier Android phones.
In detail, the Xiaomi 13T sports a 50MP primary sensor, 50MP 2X telephoto lens, and 12MP ultra-wide lens just like the 13T Pro model. As expected, camera performance is top-notch both in well-lighted and low-light conditions. It’s the perfect gadget for smartphone photographers as it gives the best shots notwithstanding the environmental conditions. In addition, some shooting modes like Leica Vibrant and Leica Authentic help to enhance your shots more perfectly.
Fortunately, video recording can be done with 4K@30fps (HDR10+ support), and 1080p@30/60/120fps. Additionally, the front camera shooter uses a 20MP sensor for selfies and 1080p resolution for front-facing video recordings and video calls.
Performance, Storage, and Software
Xiaomi smartphones are known for their speedy performance, thanks to powerful processors that are top-notch and the best in the industry. The Xiaomi 13T debuts with a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra chipset with either 8GB or 12GB RAM and 256GB built-in storage.
While using the phone, you’re guaranteed lag-free and fast performance operation as everything felt just as responsive as you’d expect. No doubt this a device you can enjoy playing games with notwithstanding how graphics demanding it might seem with the aid of the Mali-G610 MC6 GPU.
Moving to the software, the Xiaomi 13T comes with the same MIUI 14 based on Android 13 as other Xiaomi 13 series. The OS has some fun tweaks that will enhance the user experience. Also, the phone comes with a revamped UI design, a new widget menu, and enhanced security features.
Battery Capacity and Fast Charging
The new Xiaomi 13T sports a 5000mAh battery cell that gives you a 14-hour screen time and over 24-hour usage level depending on how you’re using the phone. Undoubtedly, it has a better battery than most recent flagship phones and could easily make it to the list of Best Android Phones with Strong Battery Capacity.
Charge speed is another area that the Xiaomi 13T excels at with the 67W fast charging tech delivering a charge speed from 0 to 50% in 15 minutes and a full charge in 42 minutes.
Xiaomi 13T Review: Price in Nigeria and Availability
The Xiaomi 13T was launched and released on September 26, 2023, at the company’s launch event in Berlin. Fortunately, it’s available for purchase in Nigeria, India, Pakistan, and other Chinese products marketable countries.
The Xiaomi 13T is currently on sale at ₦429,000 (roughly $430) for the 12GB /256GB model. This puts it below the selling price of Xiaomi 13 Pro (₦620,000) and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (₦600,000), but slightly above Nothing Phone 1 (₦380,000).
Xiaomi 13T Full Specification
General
- Brand: Xiaomi
- Model: 13T
- Release Date: September 26, 2023
- Weight: 193g
- Colours: Alpine Blue, Meadow Green, Black
- Touchscreen: YES
- Type: AMOLED, 144Hz
- Display Size: 6.67-inch
- Screen Resolution: 1220 x 2712 pixels
- Facelock Support: YES
- In-display fingerprint scanner: Yes
- Sensors: Fingerprint (In-display)
- Dimensions: 162.2 x 75.7 x 8.5 mm (6.39 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
Platform
- Operating System: Android 13, MIUI 14
- Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra (4nm)
- CPU: Octa-core (1×3.1 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3×3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
- GPU: Mali-G610 MC6
Memory
- RAM: 8GB /12GB
- Inbuilt Storage: 256GB
- SD Card slot: No
Camera
- Rear Flash: LED Flashlight
- Rear Camera: 50-MP f/1.9 (wide), 50-MP f/1.9 (telephoto), 12-MP f/2.2 (ultra-wide)
- Video: 4K@30fps (HDR10+), 1080p@30/60/120fps
- Front Camera: 20-MP f/2.2 (wide)
- Front Flash: No
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi: YES
- Bluetooth: 5.4
- USB: USB Type-C 2.0
- GPS: YES
- WLAN: YES
Network
- SIM: Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
- Technology: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
- 3G Support: Yes
- 4G/ LTE Support: Yes
- 5G Support: Yes
- Speed: HSPA, LTE-A, 5G
Battery
- Capacity: Li-Po 5000mAh, non-removable
- Fast Charge: 67W
Price
- Price in Nigeria: ₦429,000
- Price in the US: $430
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