iPhone 5s vs Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice): Which One Should You Buy?

These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
Comparing 2 devicesSwipe ⇄
Apple · 2013

iPhone 5s

iPhone 5s
61/ 100
Launch price$649
Xiaomi · 2013

Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice)

Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice)
61/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Too close to call: 0 of 5 categories each

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 5s
iPhone 5s
0 wins
Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice)
Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice)
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
iPhone 5sXiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    60
    60
  • CameraTie
    60
    60
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryTie
    58
    58
  • DisplayTie
    62
    62
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueTie
    68
    68
Key differences
  • Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice) has the bigger battery2,000 mAh vs 1,560 mAh
  • Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice) has the bigger screen4.69" vs 4"
  • iPhone 5s is lighter112 g vs 158 g
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 5s
  • ✓46 g lighter (112 g vs 158 g), easier to hold
  • ✓8 MP main camera
  • ✓4" display at 60 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice)
  • ✓Bigger 2,000 mAh battery (+440 mAh)
  • ✓4.69" display

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 5sXiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice)
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeLED-backlit IPS LCD RetinaColor IPS TFT LCD display
Screen Size4"4.69"
Resolution & Density1136x640 (326 ppi)720x1280 (313 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 HzNot listed
Brightness500 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorNot listed Not listed
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS 7Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory1 GB LPDDR1 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage16GB / 32GB / 64GB4GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera8 MP, f/2.2N/A
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)Not listed
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNot listed
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens1.2 MP, f/2.4N/A
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 5s Lightest Chassis
Dimensions123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mmN/A
Weight112 g158 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity1,560 mAh2,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging5W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 4Not listed
Bluetooth4.0Not listed
USB Port & SpeedLightningNot listed
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$649Price on request
Our verdict

iPhone 5s and Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice) are evenly matched

It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 5s for its lighter body (112 g vs 158 g), or the Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice) for its bigger battery (2,000 mAh vs 1,560 mAh) and bigger screen (4.69" vs 4").

Buy iPhone 5s if you want

Lighter: 112 g vs 158 g (46 g less)

Buy Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice) if you want

Larger battery: 2,000 mAh vs 1,560 mAh · Larger display: 4.69" vs 4"

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 5s or Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice)?

It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 5s for its lighter body (112 g vs 158 g), or the Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice) for its bigger battery (2,000 mAh vs 1,560 mAh) and bigger screen (4.69" vs 4"). BeastScore: iPhone 5s 60.8/100, Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice) 60.8/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 5s and Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice)?

iPhone 5s has a 4-inch display and 1560 mAh battery. Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice) has a 4.69-inch display and 2000 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 5s and Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice) compare for speed?

iPhone 5s scores 60/100 for performance; Xiaomi Hongmi / Redmi 2013022 (Xiaomi Red Rice) scores 60/100.

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