The three smartphones have distinct styles, particularly in the arrangement of the photo sensors. The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G opts for a sleek design, with its three sensors aligned vertically in the upper left corner, without visible bezels, giving an impression of simplicity and minimalism. The model is available in three colors: midnight blue, light blue and lime (yellow), with a matte finish and discreet highlights. As for its profile, it is slightly rounded. The Honor 200 Lite focuses on a more structured aesthetic with a black rectangular module integrated into the upper left corner. The three sensors are arranged in a triangle, which gives a balanced and distinctive appearance. The profiles are very flat, just like the entire back of the smartphone, with an anti-fingerprint coating that preserves its elegance. Honor offers this model in three colors: blue, cyan and black.
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G, finally, has sensors also positioned in the upper left corner. Unlike the Honor, the lenses protrude slightly, creating a relief effect. The profiles of the smartphone are also flat, giving a decidedly modern appearance. It is available in black, blue and white. The choice of materials and finishes, with Gorilla Glass 5 protection, makes it particularly resistant.
The Honor 200 Lite is the lightest and thinnest model in our selection. It is closely followed by the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G while the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is slightly larger and heavier.
In terms of battery life, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G dominate with their 5000 mAh batteries. The Samsung supports 25 watts fast charging, while the Xiaomi goes up to 33 watts, providing faster charging. The Honor 200 Lite, with a capacity of 4500 mAh, is slightly behind in terms of capacity, but it compensates with a charging speed of 35 watts, higher than that of the Samsung.
On the other hand, none of the three models offer wireless charging or reverse charging, features more often reserved for higher ranges. The Xiaomi, however, remains the most interesting model for fast charging and long autonomy.
Which is the most powerful and which is the best screen?
In terms of performance, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ with 4 GB of RAM, supported by 4 GB of virtual memory. It has 128 GB of internal storage, expandable by micro SD. It is the least powerful of the selection, but remains suitable for basic daily use. The Honor 200 Lite and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G share the same processor, the MediaTek Dimensity 6080, but differ in their RAM capacity: 8 GB for the Xiaomi and 8 GB + 8 GB of virtual RAM for the Honor, which in fact the most efficient. In terms of storage, both offer 256 GB, but only the Xiaomi allows you to add a micro SD card.
For the screen, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G takes the lead with a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel and a peak brightness of 1800 cd/m², coupled with a refresh rate of 120 Hz, ideal for fluid content. The Honor 200 Lite offers a 6.7-inch flat AMOLED screen, with HDR10 support and a frequency of 90 Hz, which is still pleasant. The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G offers a smaller 6.5-inch screen, also with 90 Hz, but a maximum brightness of 800 cd/m², making the screen less readable in direct sunlight.
What configurations for photos and what connectivity?
For photography, the Honor 200 Lite dominates with a 108-megapixel optically stabilized main sensor, which significantly improves the quality of photos. Its 50-megapixel front sensor is also the most powerful in this selection. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G follows closely with a 108-megapixel main sensor, but without stabilization, and a 16-megapixel selfie sensor. The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, finally, has a 50-megapixel main sensor and a 13-megapixel selfie sensor, offering more modest performance.
Finally, in terms of connectivity, all models support Wi-Fi 5, 5G, Bluetooth (versions 5.3 for Samsung and Xiaomi, and 5.1 for Honor) as well as NFC technology. The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G have an audio jack, which is absent on the Honor. In terms of waterproofing, the Honor 200 Lite is IP65 certified, offering limited protection against splashes. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G is rated IP54, offering a slightly lower level of protection. Samsung, for its part, does not offer any certification.
