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Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) — Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 · 256GB · White
Xiaomi

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White)

Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 · 256GB · White

90
/ 100
From $1,199
VS
Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) wins by 4
Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White) — Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 · 256GB · White
Xiaomi

Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White)

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 · 256GB · White

86
/ 100
From $1,379
Specdex verdict

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) lands at 90 and Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White) at 86. That puts Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) if…

  • ✓Current-gen flagship chipset
  • ✓Competitive price-performance
  • ✓Distinctive design

Pick Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White) if…

  • ✓Competitive flagship specs
  • ✓Regional value pricing
  • ✓Distinctive design
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photography

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White)

Stills and video quality across lenses

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) leads on camera (90 vs 86).

Battery life

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White)

Screen-on time and charging

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) leads on battery (88 vs 82).

Performance

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White)

Chipset speed for gaming and heavy apps

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) leads on gpu (90 vs 84).

Display

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White)

Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) leads on display (91 vs 86).

Value for money

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) more score per dollar ($1,199 vs $1,379).

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) 90
vs
86 Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White)

Score breakdown

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White)
90
cpu 91
gpu 90
camera 90
battery 88
display 91
design 90
Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White)
86
cpu 86
gpu 84
camera 86
battery 82
display 86
design 84

Specs side-by-side

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) versus Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White) — full spec comparison
Spec Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White)
Chipset
Snapdragon 8 Elite 2
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Storage
256GB
256GB
Color
White
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Release year
2026
2023

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White)

Pros
  • +Current-gen flagship chipset
  • +Competitive price-performance
  • +Distinctive design
Cons
  • −US availability varies
  • −Software skin learning curve
  • −Update support shorter than Apple/Pixel

Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White)

Pros
  • +Competitive flagship specs
  • +Regional value pricing
  • +Distinctive design
Cons
  • −US availability varies
  • −Software skin learning curve
  • −Update support shorter than Apple/Pixel

FAQ: Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) vs Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White)

Which is better, Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) or Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White)? +

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) worth the price? +

At $1,199, Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in cpu.

Is Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White) worth the price? +

At $1,379, Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in cpu.

Does Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) or Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photography, Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) or Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White)? +

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) — leads on camera (90 vs 86). Stills and video quality across lenses.

Which is better for battery life, Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) or Xiaomi 13 Pro 256GB (White)? +

Xiaomi 16 Pro 256GB (White) — leads on battery (88 vs 82). Screen-on time and charging.