Xiaomi wins in the price range up to 400 euros. Samsung doesn't have anything better to offer here than the A55. You have to pay more for a Samsung at this level, such as the brand new S24 FE (see individual test on page 83).

Making phone calls, sending messages, surfing the internet - for most people, everyday life without a smartphone is almost unthinkable. This makes it all the more important to be able to rely on the devices. Which model is the test winner? Which has the best mobile camera or the most powerful battery?...

The Xiaomi 13T is the slowest smartphone in this comparison, but it is not a slow smartphone! The charging speed and photo quality have nothing to hide. Even if the appearance exudes little luxury, the overall package is unique in this price range across all manufacturers.

The Xiaomi 13T is the slowest smartphone in this comparison, but it is not a slow smartphone! The charging speed and photo quality have nothing to hide. Even if the appearance exudes little luxury, the overall package is unique in this price range across all manufacturers.

Even better - that's the test result in two words. Compared to its excellent predecessor, the Xiaomi 14 is even faster, brighter and lasts even longer. The matte back is the most noticeable external difference and is likely to go down well with many buyers. Xiaomi has ironed out the selfie weakness of its predecessor...

Slightly larger than the Xiaomi 13, the 13T offers a good overall package at a low price.