With an iPhone 13 Mini priced at just 6.4 million VND, is its OLED screen and A15 Bionic chip still worth buying?
Featuring a Super Retina XDR OLED display, A15 Bionic chip, and 5G support, the iPhone 13 Mini, priced from just 6.45 million VND, is a noteworthy compact option.
In August 2026, the iPhone 13 Mini was attracting attention in the Vietnamese mobile market thanks to its significantly reduced price. For users with moderate budgets who still want to experience a high-end device with an OLED screen, high-quality dual cameras, and 5G connectivity, this smartphone is considered a cost-effective option.
iPhone 13 Mini price list updated August 2026
Currently, the number of iPhone 13 Mini units available at retailers is limited. The retail prices for each specific memory variant are as follows:
| Capacity version | Selling price (VNĐ) |
|---|---|
| iPhone 13 Mini 128GB | 6,450,000 |
| iPhone 13 Mini 256GB | 7,450,000 |
The handling experience and display capabilities of the 5.4-inch screen.
The most noticeable difference of the iPhone 13 Mini lies in its compact design. With a 5.4-inch screen, it fits perfectly in the palm of your hand, allowing users to easily type or touch all corners of the screen with one hand.
In terms of display quality, the device uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, delivering high detail. The screen's maximum brightness reaches 800 nits outdoors, making it quite convenient to view information in bright light.
The phone's screen maintains a standard 60Hz refresh rate. Additionally, the notch containing the FaceID sensor and front camera has been significantly reduced compared to its predecessor, combined with a diagonally positioned rear camera setup creating a distinctive look.
Hardware power from the Apple A15 Bionic processor.
Inside the iPhone 13 Mini is the Apple A15 Bionic processor, manufactured using a 5nm process. The A15 Bionic's architecture consists of 6 CPU cores (2 high-performance cores and 4 power-efficient cores) and 4 GPU cores. This configuration delivers 50% faster CPU processing speeds and 30% higher GPU graphics performance compared to competitors at the time of release.
This processor platform allows the device to smoothly handle current applications. With its current hardware power, the A15 Bionic chip is estimated to maintain its ability to handle basic and advanced tasks well for the next 3 to 4 years.
Evaluating the camera system, battery capacity, and versatility.
In terms of photography capabilities, the iPhone 13 Mini features a dual rear camera system with both lenses boasting 12MP resolution, including a wide-angle lens and an ultra-wide-angle lens. This system effectively meets a wide range of photography needs, producing images with high sharpness and accurate colors.
Despite having a battery capacity of only 2,406 mAh, the device offers an additional 2 hours of usage time compared to the iPhone 12 Mini. It also supports 20W fast charging, which shortens the recharging time.
However, due to its limited physical size, the iPhone 13 Mini's small battery struggles to handle demanding tasks like continuous gaming or recording large video files effectively. Nevertheless, for users who value convenience and need a compact device for everyday use, the iPhone 13 Mini remains a very worthwhile option.