Attention, Argentines! If you’re thinking about changing your phone, you need to read this. Chinese brands have declared war on Samsung, and we’re caught in the middle, trying not to break the bank on installments. Today we bring you a clash of titans: Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Xiaomi 13T vs Motorola Edge 40. Which one suits you best? Grab your mate and sit down, because it’s going to be intense.
Technical specifications that matter
Let’s start with the Samsung Galaxy S23. This beast has a 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 120 Hz, a 3900 mAh battery, a triple camera setup of 50 MP + 10 MP + 12 MP, and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. A powerhouse, but not cheap.
On the Chinese side, the Xiaomi 13T stands out with a 6.67-inch AMOLED display at 144 Hz, a 5000 mAh battery, a triple camera of 50 MP + 50 MP + 12 MP (with Leica optics), and a Dimensity 8200-Ultra processor. And watch out, because the battery charges to 100% in 42 minutes!
Motorola isn’t far behind with its Edge 40: a 6.55-inch pOLED display at 144 Hz, a 4400 mAh battery, a dual camera of 50 MP + 13 MP, and a Dimensity 8020 processor. All with wireless charging and IP68 resistance.
And the prices in Argentina? Light a candle
According to data from MercadoLibre and official stores in January 2025, the Samsung Galaxy S23 starts at $700,000 cash. In fixed installments with a credit card (12 interest-free installments), it comes out to $58,333 per month. The Xiaomi 13T, on the other hand, is $550,000 cash, or 12 fixed installments of $45,833. The Motorola Edge 40 can be found for $480,000 cash, or 12 installments of $40,000.
But watch out, Xiaomi and Motorola offer direct financing with promotional rates: 18 fixed installments with zero interest if you pay with certain banks. Samsung, on the other hand, has installments with interest, but sometimes offers discounts.
Verdict: the winner (according to your wallet)
If you want the best camera and performance, the S23 is a beast, but you pay for the fame. The Xiaomi 13T gives you more battery and screen at a better price, ideal for gamers. The Motorola Edge 40 is the most balanced in price and water resistance. In installments, Motorola and Xiaomi blow you away with direct financing. My recommendation? If you have just enough for the installment, go for the Xiaomi 13T: big screen, eternal battery, and a price that won’t make you cry. But hurry up, because prices are flying!
In summary: the war of Chinese brands against Samsung is real, and you come out ahead if you know how to choose. Which will be your next phone?
Updated price comparison
If you’re thinking about buying a new phone, these are the most sought-after models right now on Mercado Libre:
- Samsung Galaxy A55 – See price on ML (code: VAFTS9-E4CH)
- Motorola Edge 50 Fusion – See price on ML (code: VAFTS9-HVNV)
- Xiaomi Redmi Note – See price on ML (code: VAFTS9-WF9A)
Prices updated daily. You can search with the codes in the Mercado Libre search bar.
Compré un Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 en 12 cuotas sin interés, me llegó al toque y anda de diez. Ni loco pago un Samsung al doble, esta marca es un caño. Recomendado total.
Compré un Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 en 12 cuotas fijas, me llegó al toque y anda de lujo. Recomiendo full, no te fundís y tenés alta calidad. Samsung está carísimo, ni lo dudes, Xiaomi es la posta.