The Indian smartphone market has seen quite a shift in trends, with the most competitive segment moving up from the sub ₹20,000 to the sub ₹30,000 category. This is largely due to the prices of smartphones increasing quite a bit in the country and the growing popularity of 5G handsets in the Indian market.
Honestly speaking, there are also great offerings in this segment, so we have picked out the best of the best among these devices to make it easier for you to choose your next smartphone.
iQOO Neo 6
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The iQOO Neo 6 is unquestionably among the best options for customers looking to purchase a phone under ₹30,000 in this price range. It has a 6.62-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen with a refresh rate of 120Hz. The presence of the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC (5G enabled), along with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage, is, however, its most noticeable feature. The gadget is backed by a large 4,700mAh battery and enables 80W fast charging. It runs on Android 12 OS, however, the Android 13 update is already out for the device.
iQOO offers a capable triple camera system on the Neo 6 including a 64-megapixel primary camera. It is currently listed on Amazon India for a price of ₹29,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model.
Poco F4
Poco F4 is one of the best flagship killers released last year. Even in 2023, the device is among the top choices under ₹30,000. The smartphone offers a 6.67-inch E4 AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and FHD+ quality. Even HDR10+ and Dolby Vision are supported. It has a Snapdragon 870 SoC (5G enabled) under the hood, along with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.
The device has a 20-megapixel selfie camera on the front and a 64-megapixel triple camera on the back. It has a 4,500mAh battery and 67W quick charging is supported. The POCO F4 5G is unquestionably a good flagship killer for those who can’t spend significant money on an ultra-high-end model thanks to its affordable price and strong specifications. The smartphone has a starting price of ₹27,999 for the base variant. However, it can be purchased for much less during the frequent sales hosted by Flipkart.
OnePlus Nord 2T
The OnePlus Nord 2T is a well-balanced mid-range device from the brand. The 90Hz Full HD+ AMOLED display is excellent for watching videos on the smartphone as it comes with an HDR10+ certification. It also has some impressive horsepower thanks to the MediaTek Dimensity 1300 chipset (5G enabled) and a 4,500mAh battery that supports 80W fast charging.
The photography department is handled by the tried and tested Sony IMX766 primary sensor (optically stabilized) coupled with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a 2-megapixel macro sensor. The 32MP selfie camera produces some beautiful images in well-lit-up conditions. As for the operating system, the device debuted with Android 12 and has already received Android 13. The base variant of the OnePlus Nord 2T with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage costs ₹28,999.
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ debuted in January 2023 for the Indian market. It comes with an awesome 6.67-inch centered punch-hole OLED display with a resolution of 2,400 x 1,080 pixels (FHD+), a 120Hz refresh rate, and 10-bit color depth with HDR10+, HDR10, and Dolby Vision. It features a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 chipset, which is weaker than every other chipset on this list, however, where the phone makes up for it is in the camera department.
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is equipped with a 200-megapixel ISOCELL HPX primary camera sensor, making it the most powerful cameraphone on this list. This massive sensor is aided by an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 2-megapixel macro camera. Other than that, you get a massive 5,000mAh battery and 120W fast charging. The device has a base variant with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage that costs ₹29,999.
Motorola Edge 30
For those who like a stock Android experience on their handsets, Motorola’s most recent Edge 30 is another excellent alternative. Motorola has performed well in the mid-range segment. It has a 6.55-inch pOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and an FHD+ resolution. The gadget is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ SoC (5G enabled) and comes pre-installed with the Android 12 operating system.
A 50-megapixel primary camera, a second 50-megapixel ultra wide angle lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor are all included in the triple camera configuration on the back. In addition to the stock Android experience, it has a stylish appearance with a slender body that measures just 7.4mm and a polycarbonate rear panel that contributes to the device’s light weight of 155 grams. However, the low weight and slim body mean it has a smaller battery than every other device on this list. The smartphone is presently available on Flipkart for a price of ₹22,999 for the 6GB + 128GB variant and the 8GB + 128GB variant costs ₹24,999.
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