PhoneLifespan

Galaxy Z Flip5 vs Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G

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Too close to call outright

These two are within 2 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The Galaxy Z Flip5 edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.

Value Score: Galaxy Z Flip5 60 · Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G 62 methodology

The lifespan decider

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

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 $400
Buy with care$15.54/mo
2023◆ Buy-by Aug 20262028
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G $320
Buy with care$16.95/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Jan 20262028

Category by category

Display
Galaxy Z Flip5 70Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G 70

Both displays are effectively the same class.

Performance
Galaxy Z Flip5 85Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G 60

The Galaxy Z Flip5's Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy is simply the faster chip.

Camera
Galaxy Z Flip5 52Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G 72

The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G has the stronger camera system — same lens count, higher-grade sensors.

Battery
Galaxy Z Flip5 54Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G 80

5,000mAh vs 3,700mAh — the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G lasts longer between charges.

Software longevity
Galaxy Z Flip5 31Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G 22

The Galaxy Z Flip5 is supported until Aug 2028 — 7 months longer than the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G.

Value
Galaxy Z Flip5 60Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G 62

Pound for pound, these two are equally good deals.

Full spec table
SpecGalaxy Z Flip5Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G
Price (street)$400$320
Display6.7-inch foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1080x2640, 120Hz + 3.4-inch cover Super AMOLED Flex Window, 720x748, 60Hz6.67" AMOLED, 1220 x 2712, 120Hz
ChipsetSnapdragon 8 Gen 2 for GalaxyMediaTek Dimensity 7200-Ultra
RAM8GB8GB/12GB/16GB
Storage256GB/512GB256GB/512GB
Battery3,700 mAh5,000 mAh
Charging25W wired, 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless120W wired
Rear cameras12MP main, 12MP ultra-wide200MP main, 8MP ultra-wide
Dimensions85.1 × 71.9 × 15.1 mm folded / 165.1 × 71.9 × 6.9 mm unfolded161.4 × 74.2 × 8.9 mm
Weight187 g205 g
Water resistanceIPX8IP68
Supported untilAug 2028Jan 2028

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