PhoneLifespan

13 5G vs P3x 5G

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It depends

Too close to call outright

These two are within 4 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The P3x 5G edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.

Value Score: 13 5G 69 · P3x 5G 73 methodology

The lifespan decider

When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.

Realme 13 5G $160
Buy with care$6.01/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Sep 20262028
Realme P3x 5G $150
Buy with care$4.65/mo
2025◆ Buy-by Feb 20272029

Category by category

Display
13 5G 70P3x 5G 70

Both displays are effectively the same class.

Performance
13 5G 42P3x 5G 55

The P3x 5G's MediaTek Dimensity 6400 (6nm) is simply the faster chip.

Camera
13 5G 55P3x 5G 55

Camera systems are comparable on paper — pick by sample photos.

Battery
13 5G 80P3x 5G 100

6,000mAh vs 5,000mAh — the P3x 5G lasts longer between charges.

Software longevity
13 5G 32P3x 5G 38

The P3x 5G is supported until Feb 2029 — 6 months longer than the 13 5G.

Value
13 5G 69P3x 5G 73

Overall value goes to the P3x 5G at $4.65 per month of safe use.

Full spec table
Spec13 5GP3x 5G
Price (street)$160$150
Display6.72-inch IPS LCD, FHD+, 120Hz6.72-inch IPS LCD, FHD+, 120Hz
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 6300MediaTek Dimensity 6400 (6nm)
RAM8GB/12GB6GB/8GB
Storage128GB/256GB128GB
Battery5,000 mAh6,000 mAh
Charging45W wired45W wired SuperVOOC
Rear cameras50MP main50MP main, 2MP depth
Dimensions165.6 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm165.7 × 76.2 × 7.99 mm
Weight190 g197 g
Water resistanceIP64IP68/IP69
Supported untilSep 2028Feb 2029

Scores and verdicts are computed from our verified database — see exactly how. Specs from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers.