Redmi 13C 5G

5G on a budget is the main pitch here. The Dimensity 6100+ chipset paired with Mali-G57 MC2 graphics won't handle heavy gaming, but it covers everyday apps and browsing fine, and the 90Hz refresh rate on the 6.74-inch IPS LCD makes scrolling feel smoother than you'd expect at this price. Resolution is capped at 720 x 1600, so text and video won't look razor sharp, but that's a fair trade-off for the segment.

The 50 MP main camera with PDAF handles daylight shots reasonably well, though the secondary 0.08 MP lens is there mostly for effects rather than real zoom or depth capture. Battery life should hold up thanks to the 5000 mAh cell, and 18W PD charging means top-ups aren't painfully slow. Redmi 13C 5G price in Malaysia starts from RM699, and it comes in Starlight Black, Startrail Green, and Startrail Silver.

Storage sits at 128GB with 4GB RAM, and there's a dedicated microSD slot if you need more space without giving up a SIM slot. It's a straightforward pick if 5G connectivity and battery life matter more than raw performance.