Xiaomi 13 Ultra vs Xiaomi Civi 3
Compare Xiaomi 13 Ultra vs Xiaomi Civi 3 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra, 5000mAh vs 4500mAh battery, $1099 vs…
Xiaomi
13 Ultra
$1,099
8categories won
Xiaomi
Civi 3
$699
3categories won
2 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 13 Ultra takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 13 Ultra claims the overall win over the Xiaomi Civi 3, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 13 Ultra leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 13 Ultra. Choose the 13 Ultra if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Civi 3 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
13 Ultra wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 90W fast charging.
13 Ultra leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and 16GB RAM.
13 Ultra wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3.2x dedicated optical zoom.
Civi 3 wins on budget and value at $699 compared to $1099.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
13 Ultra vs Civi 3: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 13 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.73" | 6.55" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200Winner | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixel density | 521 ppiWinner | 402 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2600 nitsWinner | 1500 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 13 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra |
| Process node | 4 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 1,560,000Winner | 920,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 5320Winner | 3950 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | — |
Camera
| Specification | 13 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 4 | — |
| Optical zoom | 3.2x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP | 32 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 24fps, 4K at 60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 13 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAhWinner | 4,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 90 WWinner | 67 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | 13 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 227 g | 174 gWinner |
| Thickness | 9.6 mm | 7.6 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP53 |
| Build | Aluminum unibody frame, antibacterial silicone leather back, Gorilla Glass Victus front | — |
Software and support
| Specification | 13 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 13 | 13 (Upgradable to 14) |
| OS updates | 3 years | — |
| Security updates | 4 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 13 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,099 | $699Winner |
Xiaomi 13 Ultra
The Xiaomi 13 Ultra stands as an imaging titan, combining four 50MP Sony sensors covering 12mm to 120mm focal lengths, a physical two-stop variable aperture on the 1-inch Sony IMX989, 90W wired and 50W wireless charging, and an ergonomic leather camera body.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
Xiaomi Civi 3
Xiaomi Civi 3 is crafted specifically for vloggers and fashion-forward creators, featuring dual 32MP front cameras with quadruple micro-LED soft lights, a 174g featherlight body, and flagship Sony IMX800 rear camera.
- Display
- 6.55"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra
- Battery
- 4,500mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14)