Xiaomi 13 Lite review

[@GFourGadget]

Honestly it's rather disappointing to see the Lite has fallen this low. This shouldn't even be categorised as a Xiaomi, maybe just a Redmi 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@GaNgStAlBeRt]

honestly i was shocked at how ugly this phone was. i want the standard xiaomi 13 but no way im gonna pay 1k for a xiaomi

[@sasori21153]

The 12 series probably has the best designs for me

[@DogeFrom2014]

​@@sasori21153 Really? The 12 series was my least favorite from Xiaomi in terms of design. Looked so boring and ugly compared to the Mi 11 and 13.

[@Deraisonnement]

Fun fact it is a redmi phone in china :)

[@DogeFrom2014]

@@Deraisonnement Not sure where you heard that from. It's actually part of the Civi lineup in mainland China. It also went by the name Xiaomi 12 Lite NE.

[@dineyasnegash8857]

Mi 11 lite 5g is still the best when it comes to the lite lineup

[@spedkaone]

Absolutely, and it looks amazing. This new phone is too big

[@riven4121]

Only one problem is the amount of issues there are with the power button/fingerprint reader randomly deciding to die.

[@wkndbg]

@@riven4121 my mi 11 lite 5g rn

[@riven4121]

@@wkndbg Mine too. Going to have to take it to a shop to get it replaced. Doesn't even register the button being pressed at all.

[@white_frappe]

i just bought Xiaomi 12 lite, then suddenly xiaomi 13 lite release.. 😑

[@NIGHTZNERO]

Hey Will! 4 things that I m missing in reviews(especially in this one) 1. Front Camera(if Xiaomi add that big notch i would like to know if that depth camera working in 3d face Unlocking,it's important it's real depth cam or xiaomi just add id like a placebo;) ) 2. Fingerprint scanner,also would be nice to know if it's optical or ultrasonic,mostly after price tag i can "guess" but rather than that I would like to know 3. Manufacturer of new processor. If there is a new processor in the market nice thing would be to know it is manufactured by TSMC or Samsung(in this case) 4. Cameras,is they are Sony 898,OmniVision from 3y phones,or any other. And I think thats all and review would be complete in 100% as for me :D Best regards,nightznero!

[@muhamadardiyansah446]

text review version seems to answer some of the questions :)

[@shamhosein770]

It's optical. No xiaomi phones use ultrasonic fingerprints sensors yet. The snapdragon 7 gen 1 is using TSMC manufacturing process. The main sensor is the imx766 from Sony

[@mini4dailytech982]

I don't know if it's got face unlock I miss my poco f1 face unlock hiaz....

[@thedarkness3080]

@@mini4dailytech982 Face unlock is 2d only, not 3d like an iPhone. That's because it uses a depth sensor, not a tof 3d sensor.

[@mini4dailytech982]

@@thedarkness3080 thanks

[@keryjr785]

the thing i don't understand; why can't phone manufacturers have 120hz AND 90hz refresh rates to choose. i've used 120hz screens for awhile now, and only a very few times i'd opt to 60hz refresh. 90hz is acceptable when trying to save a bit of battery, and phone feels smooth enough.

[@justsyhmii]

I am 100% agree with you. The 90Hz is already smooth enough and takes up less battery than the 120Hz.

[@kodaph]

I guess GSMArena may have forgotten, not to showcase its front camera capabilities. Xiaomi 13 Lite does have 2 LED flashes at its Front Camera. This is heaven for selfie lovers out there. 😍

[@S13-lb3lx]

So does the 12 lite

[@kodaph]

@@S13-lb3lx Never knew that, nice info ☺️

[@sakthifebriansyah651]

Even better 12 lite has autofocus front camera

[@pixelgaming7261]

But the fact that this selfie camera is capped at 1080p negates this.

[@maxcava19]

Well, since the new update still applies to my mi11 lite 5G, guess another year of updates. Hope my battery doesn’t bloated by then😅

[@mini4dailytech982]

I own both xiaomi mi 11 lite 5g 780g/775g, with th miui 14 I believe they will still be better eve compared to the 13 lite + used the memory extension the mi 11g are at 11gb ram with no slow downs. Xiaomi mi11 lite 780g 5g, 11gb,128gb + 512 gb, more then enough even when ga ming.

[@maxcava19]

@@mini4dailytech982 yup just think m11 lite 5G battery wasn’t lasting like my previous redmi note 8 pro. Even the battery wasn’t far off imo in mAh comparison

[@mini4dailytech982]

@@maxcava19 after the update from miui 13 the battery time did improve a little, but from what I'm reading g miui 14 might make it even better.

[@sklynexd]

@@mini4dailytech982 Memory extension is just a memory swap which is using very slow internal storage and it might help in theory, but in practice it will slow down your phone more than it helps it, just like on PC or a Mac. It will keep more apps open so I guess that's a bonus.

[@mini4dailytech982]

@@sklynexd I use my phon for work invoicing so yeah it helps.

[@farifairis7388]

Big thanks! This makes me decide to NOT BUY it. No stereo speaker and useless camera big hole on front, are pretty deal breaker. Since I don't like 12 lite design, I keep my 11 lite and waiting for 14 lite next year!

[@aqua_whale]

I can't be the only one that thinks the 12 lite looks better

[@aaronscrewface]

I wish I knew what logic is behind Xiaomi's decision to use a 5mp macro camera that has autofocus on the Redmi Note 10 Pro, which when using a properly tuned gcam port is actually not that bad, and then go back to using 2mp fixed focus macros. Fuck, it would cost them less than a dollar per phone to upgrade them at the volume they use them.

[@anyoldgaming8609]

I wondered about this too. The macro on the Note 10 Pro is actually really good. You can get shots that are better than flagship phones that use the ultra wide for macro. It's a shame that they're putting this 2MP macro camera in models that are significantly more expensive than Note 10 Pro was.

[@Kenshi-CS]

​@@anyoldgaming8609 It would be better if they had skipped it. Hardly anyone uses it except macro- photographers.

[@PreciousFew6110]

That's why I cant let go of my Redmi Note 10 Pro. One big reason is because of the macro camera. Very good for it's price point. I use it all the time.

[@distar7471]

@@anyoldgaming8609 Even the redmi note 9 pro's is brilliant.

[@anyoldgaming8609]

@@distar7471 Yes it is, I had the Note 9 Pro before the 10 Pro.

[@GBunbun]

What about 12 lite? It's interesting cz I like the design looks clean and front cam so smooth + back cam is also great

[@sallehyusof5966]

i agree..but this 13 lite the design what happen?

[@arsenal_84]

​@@sallehyusof5966looks similar to honor 90.

[@oualidsd28]

I need a help here There's this phone and the XIAOMI 12T in the same price Which one should i go for ? And which one have a better camera

[@phonegamerz269]

12t

[@johnnydoe3603]

They thought that going with that Ugly Camera in the Middle of a Screen was a Good Decision. 😂

[@mjbaricua7403]

Looks nice ngl

[@Verisky1]

Thanks to Apple

[@GhostofYouZ]

Its dual selfie camera thats why the shape like that.. huawei and honor always use this design lol..

[@yoshiharatoshiaki3650]

@@GhostofYouZ Samsung was the first one to implement this type of hole punch with the S10. But definitely this was because of Apple

[@twist4245]

Hahaha poor man's iphone😂

[@AamirKhan-771]

Fav most of the series 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️

[@Shadoweaver]

are you guys based in Bulgaria by any chance. I was surprised to see my home town in the night shots

[@rhaymargamier3896]

the Xiaomi 12 lite still looks better for me.. big notch is also not good for me... But this is a good review..

[@kodaph]

This phone (13 Lite) is targeted for selfie lovers

[@S13-lb3lx]

@@kodaph the 12 lite was also

[@amaljoe367]

Which game is it? At 2:56

[@siamk666]

Carx rally

[@icozmeq]

Shitty phone , like most of this brand. They get the market share from Huawei, but still can't reach their level of quality in both hardware and software! I used couple of their phones and always been disappointed! The review was perfect as always, keep up the good work!

[@32dras]

My provider doesn't have 13 lite in portfolio but regular 13 cost exactly same as S23+, Ultra is just shy below S23Ultra, not quite sure how that will work, think most people will rather take S23 series phone then 13. Have Xiaomi 11, time for new phone and I think I'll go for S23+, my biggest disappointment is MiUi, nothing from MiUi features available on Chinese market, got mz MiUi 14 update, but it bring nothing new to my 11.

[@BarbaraC_]

This or the 12 lite..which is better overall?

[@S13-lb3lx]

12 lite

[@mini4dailytech982]

The xiaomi 13 lite is a serious downgrade even compared to the xiaomi mi11 lite 5g NE, downgrades: camera, speakers, sd storage, android os no change, miui os about the same, body, price, the chipset is about the same compared to the 780g chipset with I own too.

[@faranbutt180]

Better choice for much cheaper is Poco X5 Pro. Similar performance, arguably better tried and tested Samsung Isocell 108mp camera, better battery life, headphone jack, same software support, bigger screen, better front design (single punch vs dual punch. Also flat screen).

[@md.ashiqulislam2655]

I thought exchanging poco x5 pro will be better bt xiaomi 13 lite will not be a good deal So decided to use Poco x5 pro

[@3dkiller]

Tons of ads with Poco phones, plus so many background telemetry to chinese servers.

[@spac20]

The main camera AND Front camera are better on the Xiaomi 13 Lite

[@mini4dailytech982]

Don't buy the X5 pro unless you don't mind ap build, try going for the xiaomi 12T, better chipset, better build, better touch sampling for gaming, better audio, better screen and the price is coming down as low as $600- 640 8gb/256gb. (the 12gb /256gb if you have extra cash.)

[@FARHAD_77]

​@@md.ashiqulislam2655 Are you satisfied with this phone? How is the battery?

[@areldcookie5581]

People said they copy apple for the pill design? Bro Galaxy S10, Oppo reno 3 pro, and a lot of other phones already have this design for yearss

[@Kijrvi]

Quite similar to Xiaomi 12, like the design...

[@andyspark5192]

Any chance you could do a review of Nokia G22 ? Just curious about this budget phone and repair options.

[@zad.21]

Get a samsung A33 5g its a good option

[@Carcosahead]

@@zad.21 the A14 also seems like a good option if you’re in a thigh budget

[@amaljoe367]

Internally It's the same phone as last year's Nokia G21. It is a bit easier to repair as less parts are glued down and parts are available to buy from ifixit website. Performance is okay, enough for browsing and social media. Camera was mediocre in G21 and I don't expect G22 to be better. Android 12 update was delayed so much for g21, in several markets it is still not released. (No idea when they'll release A13) There were Bluetooth connection issues that Nokia just couldn't resolve. Only thing good about the phone was the battery life.

[@user-kd6of6zg1o]

Love the design. Hate the camera and absence of 3,5 mm jack

[@Kilgore2k12]

single firing speaker is the worst..

[@johnprice564]

if this phone had an audio jack, it wont problem even mono speakers, but i think i will choose 12 lite, even 13 lite has better chipset

[@John_Bourdakos]

What Midrange do u recommend. I Need good battery, good video quality, fast charging, juts fine camera. So far im been thinking a54 but im not sure.

[@daedaluslv2032]

Using Xiaomi 10 Lite for several years. I don't know why, but this feels like a downgrade for the price.

[@mrheart1139]

Midrange phone?

[@johar445]

tolong dong videonya pakai resolusi yang fullscreen,masa sekelas GSM Arena gk bisa ?

[@Yoriichi_Sengoku]

It's predecessor is better if we talk about price to value ratio

[@orfeas2335]

Any reason to get this instead of poco f5 with same price, better cpu and bigger screen?

[@johnprice564]

nah, just pick F5 i think

[@Mr.Nabil.Belhaj]

I would never buy a phone with a 2mp camera, it tells you a lot about what kind of Company xiaomi is and what they focus on. the smart consumer would rather have a better ultawide camera or even a better dual speaker system, all of these options are available trough Samsung and Google phones

[@zermomia]

Outrageous single speaker..... It cripples my envy to buy one.

[@aledark]

disappointing to see the Lite has fallen this low. I was thinking to change my Mi 11 lite 5G NE for this one but, hell no! Looks like i will get the Pixel 7 or the 12T Pro now that i can find it for 500$

[@arsenal_84]

Will look at Poco F5 to replace my mi 11 lite. Since it has duel speakers.

[@rexitegui1838]

3:20 Games name?

[@arizonaland742]

How did you guys arrive at the ip53 water resistance rating? Because the official website does not mention anything about water protection. Did you guys speak with xiaomi? Pls i need urgent reply because am thinking of purchasing this device.

[@johnprice564]

i think everyphone come in ip5x series

[@rokopavic]

So, pls help; This phone or Galaxy A 54 ?

[@muhammadnoor1038]

I like your review . where are you from.

[@maximada2003]

whats the point of this phone when the redmi k50 exists?

[@maarjaschilf5954]

Is it waterproof?

[@ELPCOTILLION-SD1970]

4500mAh Battery...XIAOMI STILL Faltering...👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎

[@8mb3_jz91]

Pardon , Is Xiaomi 13 lite is actually Xiaomi civi 2 ? I'm confused 🤔

[@MMaaz-tg9xu]

I use Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, but in 13 Lite there are no stereo speakers,not much of a camera upgrade or not even battery life. I think I will stick to 11 Lite 5g NE for another year and see what the 14 Lite Brings BY THE WAY I LOVE THE LITE SERIES OF XIAOMI

[@farifairis7388]

Yes, I agree. As 11 lite user, I was really excited, but now I disappointed with this 13 lite. Since I don't like 12 lite design, so I will keep my 11 lite and waiting for 14 lite next year..

[@rashvinjoshua1187]

Same. Ever since I got Mi 11 Lite 5G NE, nothing else come close to convince me to get a new phone.

[@iPhonenaire]

There's a dynamic island

[@blackicee8836]

Its just Xiaomi Civi 2 in Global versions!

[@LEIFanevret]

The best review guy!

[@nailil5722]

what's up with phones not even having microSD support in the midrange now? That's one of the best features of a phone if you take a lot of photos/videos

[@Dr.Akakia]

256gb is enough imo. If you take more photos and videos go for a camera

[@kursaikursai2968]

If I buy and install NOD ESET antivirus anti spyware will Xiaomi Mi 11, Mi 12 and Mi13 phones save?

[@ClassicComedy0007]

How to enable notification led lite upper display???

[@TheSupremeSkill]

You would wish the cheapest model is the best value but it is the one that is not appealing with such a budget in mind. Eventually this phone will likely be quite cheap, but only one speaker will suck forever, but it's not important for every buyer. For me though, these days quality speakers are a must.

[@smashez08]

Can you compare the cameras of 13 lite and note 12 pro plus and note 11 pro plus

[@hmalya]

Only 2 smartphones available in India of Xiaomi 12 series why ?

[@pochi_h]

does it have front facing dual flash like civi 2?

[@SWEET_IS_HAPPY]

Hello, I would like to know which version of the rom is available? I like Chinese rom because it has theme store option to buy and change icon screen style but in Europe I'm afraid there is no application, theme store. Thanks for good video suggestion.

[@borjan.]

If you are IN europe they will sell you the EU version

[@marqessanzcora4089]

No1 should get it ( right now )

[@JRFKSERRANO]

looks like a renamed Xiaomi Civi 2

[@MMTRAVELVLOGS]

😑 single speaker 😞

[@ClassicComedy0007]

How to enable led lite upper display???

[@DogeFrom2014]

FYI: the 13 Lite is basically a rebranded Xiaomi Civi 2. It's honestly annoying how they reuse designs from a completely different series.

[@hillsongbest3818]

Guys, would i be better off with Redmi note 12 Pro rather than this 13lite? Plz advise and suggest, thanks guys 😄

[@alfredbarretto]

Note 12 pro is best for price point and performance

[@farifairis7388]

This 13 lite is too pricey.

[@Kilgore2k12]

wait for redmi note 12 turbo..

[@jasonmcmeekin2214]

Hey the 13 lite is too expensive for what you get and especially for what you don't get no stereo speakers I've got good stereo speakers on my redmi note 10 Pro and that was over a hundred euros cheaper

[@shaktis6877]

This is quite similar to redmi note 12 pro in terms of specs or same except 7 gen1 instead of 1080. While redmi note 12 pro has dual stereo speaker with Dolby Atmos

[@andreassiregar4820]

whoaa...dynamic island!!

[@cipriantaoshu]

3:24 whats the name of this game?

[@VinayKumar-du6ti]

whats the name of the car game..it looks so interesting..please can anybody tell me ?

[@purplecrayon7281]

Lite 13 s a renaming of the Xiaomi Civi 2. If you don't mind using the China rom of miui, the Civi 2 is a couple of hundreds cheaper.

[@DogeFrom2014]

Yes and the Civi 2 is a great phone in itself. I hate how Xiaomi took this phone and made it part of the Lite series, when it's got nothing to do with it. Now people are hating on it just because it sucks compared to the 11 Lite.

[@Dylan-de5jo]

Since I'm the first person to view jus sent me that phone

[@karl4277]

Yeah sent him his phone!

[@lordlopes2424]

📸😳 🤡

[@ototurmanidze5578]

i reccomended this phone to my mother but amoled as it burns easily and the money spending on it

[@loyskytvr1002]

samsung a70 is best in camera, dont expect in xiaomi cam,,but the full gesture im hook with

[@jkn2k]

The new Xiaomi Android reviewing the new Xiaomi Android... What time to be alive

[@Tek4uOfficial]

3:09 what are the games name?

[@U_H89]

No value for money IMO... And again SD 7xx with ONLY 4500 mAh 🤷

[@tedavenge]

The frame is made from aluminium alloy, not plastic. This made the phone feel premium, than plastic Redmi and Poco phones.

[@johnprice564]

nope, still plastic (polycarbonate actually)

[@keerthisri8081]

This mobile china or global

[@Abilimarvellous]

What game is this? The car game?

[@cylencer275]

Same specs with Civi 2. Just downgrade in front cam and more expensive

[@Billy_D]

MIUI is horrible software, it completely ruins otherwise decent phones. Buy Samsung!

[@urbannomad8126]

Poco f4 comes with the mighty and tested 870 for the same money.

[@mrDreamerrr]

Name of game at 2:55

[@CellPhoneAddicted]

Screen is smaller but upgraded curved OLED, Speakers are downgraded with lower sound output score and only 1 speaker, battery is smaller with lower durability, Charging though is way upgraded, Camera is better.... but if we keep analysing the Specs, it will look like an half full glass.... 😢

[@Commsfarage]

Curved glass ftw

[@aiikae7101]

Definitely not worth it.

[@koigee]

Xiaomi 13 Lite? Isn't this the Xiaomi Civi 2, just rebranded?

[@tatogelantia]

What is the name of this rally game can anybody tell Me? :d

[@barettokurabu5439]

Civi 2 back glass looks a lot better, I don't know why they changed it.

[@juriedesu6868]

So disappointed, mi12 lite is still better. Maybe I'll wait ro mi14 lite. I still have my mi11lite 5G NE

[@Albert48906]

From xiaomi civi 2 to xiaomi 13 lite

[@ahmadraza4237]

HEY ALL. CAN ANYBODY TELL ME THE NAMES OF THE GAMES SHOWN IN THIS VIDEO? THANKS

[@eze2517]

CarX Rally

[@dynamicvibe4248]

The design of the camera module is ugly. Decent photo quality, video is good. The Xiaomi 12 lite is still better for me.

[@gn1l262]

Who cares? If your actually buying a cheap phone

[@Srximan]

Disappointed

[@fattaulazim143]

Game name??

[@fjalingayao4499]

Single firing speaker? I mean there are a lot of budget phones that already has stereo speakers.. and at this pricepoint, this is already a downgrade

[@thomasmuller3413]

it is 20mp ultra wide?

[@zaidhadi2867]

i think Mi 12 lite is still better option then this

[@smartprobe8827]

First: Selphie island is clear copy of iphone - its not pretty and most of the android users will not like it. Second: Xiaomi started to raise prices on each new model. Their newest models costs the same money as analog Apple and Samsung devices. This is clear strategy mistake. Only Huawei so far achieved same prices as the "golden duo", but they was having own hardware. When Xiaomi start to produce their own screen, cpu or cameras maybe they could try higher prices too. But without their own hardware innovations its not right to keep the cost of the product so high.

[@santi5655]

infrared, esim, not so thick

[@stevensalvatore6755]

Perfect 👍👌😍

[@jomarano6703]

Xiaomi CIVI 2 is that you?

[@RinoAP]

I'd rather have dual stereo speaker rather than sh**ty curved display

[@thebadradio5340]

Our capital at 4:47 : )