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Best Mobile Phones Under 30000 In India

The prices of flagship-class smartphones have skyrocketed over the past few years, and it isn’t shocking at all to see people spend more than Rs. 70,000 for the latest iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, and Google Pixel models. Thankfully, if your budget isn’t quite so generous, you can get very nearly the same performance, features, and style for less than half as much. The sub-Rs. 30,000 category has plenty of options, and some of the recently launched models at this price level even boast of features that much more expensive flagships don’t have yet.

If you can spend up to Rs. 30,000, you can get yourself a phone that does it all. You don’t have to compromise on camera quality, battery life, or modern conveniences. Some of our picks for the best smartphones priced below Rs. 30,000 might surprise you with their features, such as the Vivo V15 Pro’s pop-up selfie camera and in-display fingerprint sensor, or the Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018)’s four rear cameras.

We review hundreds of smartphones each year and put them through a number of tests to see whether they’re good enough to recommend. We check out their performance, cameras, displays, batteries, software, and physical construction quality, and we also tell you everything you need to know about how they hold up in day-to-day use. The following phones have scored the highest across the board, so you know that you’re getting the best possible bang for your buck.

Here are our current picks for the best smartphones priced below Rs. 30,000.

The Vivo V60e is positioned as a mid-premium handset that serves as a ‘lite’ version of the V60. It can give you multi-day use with its large battery, while the cameras can capture fantastic shots when the lighting is right. However, the experience isn’t perfect. Bloatware issues are persistent, and the screen struggles to deliver in outdoor conditions. Despite its shortcomings, the Vivo V60e is a good choice for camera enthusiasts and a strong performer.

Vivo V60e Specifications
Display 6.77-inch, 1080x2392 pixels
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB
Battery Capacity 6,500mAh
Rear Camera 200MP + 8MP
Front Camera 50MP

Realme 15 Pro 5G Specifications
Display 6.80-inch, 1280x2800 pixels
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB
Battery Capacity 7000mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 50MP
Front Camera 50MP

The Realme GT 7T serves as the entry point for consumers in the GT 7 series, offering better value than the GT 7. The battery backup sets a benchmark for the segment, while performance credentials are reassuring. The dual camera setup is decent but could have been better, while the display is top-notch. The GT 7T also features a host of AI capabilities that keep it up-to-date. If you're looking for a smartphone that guarantees performance without compromise, then look no further than the GT 7T.

Realme GT 7T Specifications
Display 6.80-inch, 1280x2800 pixels
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8400-Max
RAM 12GB
Storage 256GB
Battery Capacity 7000mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 8MP
Front Camera 32MP

Motorola’s Edge 60 Pro has a slim and stylish tapered design, which uses a polycarbonate frame and has top-notch IP rating for dust and water. Unlike most brands, there are several different textured finishes to choose from.

Its display has skinny bezels and offers a vibrant viewing experience but lacks HDR support in OTT apps. The top-end mid-ranger processor offers more than enough performance for daily multi-tasking, but cannot offer sustained gaming performance. The software experience is smooth, but does pack some bloatware which can be uninstalled.

Camera performance is very good for this price point. The telephoto camera offers good performance in daylight but shoots slightly softer images in low light. Selfie camera captures oversharpened images.

Battery life did not perform well in our benchmark tests, but did very well in real-world testing. Charging speeds are still relatively fast and the phone also offers fast wireless charging.

Motorola Edge 60 Pro Specifications
Display 6.67-inch, 1220x2712 pixels
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Extreme
RAM 12GB
Storage 256GB
Battery Capacity 6000mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 50MP + 10MP
Front Camera 50MP

The iQOO Neo 10R has a frame and rear panel made of polycarbonate but still manages an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance. The phone’s design and choice of materials do feel basic and this also makes it a smudge and dust magnet.

Its display is a contrast to its rear panel. It offers a high refresh rate and works well for consuming content outdoors and for gaming. The bright display also supports HDR10 for video streaming.

The device is a performance powerhouse given its price and so multitasking is a breeze. Also included are some AI tools some of which perform as expected.

Imaging is not this phone’s strong point. Video quality in daylight is impressive but we cannot say the same about low light shooting. The phone’s massive battery and fast charging make it a solid road warrior and great for those who are constantly streaming video or playing games on the move. 

iQOO Neo 10R Specifications
Display 6.78-inch, 1260x2800 pixels
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB
Battery Capacity 6400mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 8MP
Front Camera 32MP

The Nothing Phone 3a Pro 5G brings a lot of improvements as compared to its predecessor. The latest smartphone from the brand offers the iconic transparent back panel with an improved Glyph interface. Moreover, the new camera module gives it a distinct look and feel. The handset comes with an IP64 rating, which makes it dust and water-resistant. 

Nothing Phone 3a Pro Specifications
Display 6.70-inch, 1080x2392 pixels
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB
Battery Capacity 5000mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 50MP + 8MP
Front Camera 50MP

Samsung Galaxy A36 5G Specifications
Display 6.70-inch, 2340x1080 pixels
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
RAM 6GB
Storage 128GB
Battery Capacity 5000mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 8MP + 5MP
Front Camera 12MP

The Vivo V50 offers a slim and stylish design despite using a mix of glass and polycarbonate. It’s design is also IP68 and IP69-rated for dust and water resistance. Vivo makes good use of a quad-curved display to give the phone a slim silhouette, but it still feels a bit heavy because of its large battery.

The display is quite bright and is properly legible in the bright outdoors. However, its quad-curved design does produce some unnecessary and distracting reflections. The phone has the same chipset used in the past two models, but the software handles it all well with a hiccup.

Its lower raw performance is more evident when playing games, as it’s not able to hold a stable frame rate while doing so. However, heating issues are not a problem. Camera performance is a mixed bag and is far from the best we have seen in this segment.

Battery performance stands out, easily managing more than a day of heavy usage. Charging speeds are also quite fast for a device equipped with such a large battery.

Vivo V50 Specifications
Display 6.77-inch, 1080x2392 pixels
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB
Battery Capacity 6000mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 50MP
Front Camera 50MP

The Realme GT 6 sports a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1264x2780 pixels. The triple rear camera setup includes a 50-megapixel primary camera, another 50-megapixel camera, and an 8-megapixel camera. For selfies, there’s a 32-megapixel front camera. Running on Android 14, it’s powered by a 5500mAh battery with SuperVOOC fast charging support. You can choose from 8GB, 12GB, or 16GB of RAM, along with 256GB or 512GB storage options. It runs on Realme UI 5, based on Android 14. Plus, it’s IP65-rated for dust and water protection .

Realme GT 6 Specifications
Display 6.78-inch, 1264x2780 pixels
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
RAM 8GB
Storage 256GB
Battery Capacity 5500mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 50MP + 8MP
Front Camera 32MP

Xiaomi 14 Civi is here to shake things up in the sub-Rs. 50,000 price segment. Its slim design, Leica camera prowess, solid performance credentials, and decent speakers make it a solid package worth considering in this price category. On the downside, the missing IP68 rating is a much-needed feature at this price point, and random app notifications from installed apps may sometimes bother you. Nevertheless, it's a noteworthy addition to the sub-Rs. 50,000 smartphone portfolio and is an excellent value proposition.

Xiaomi 14 Civi Specifications
Display 6.55-inch, 1236x2750 pixels
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
RAM 12GB
Storage 512GB
Battery Capacity 4700mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 50MP + 12MP
Front Camera 32MP + 32MP

Best Mobile Phones Under 30000 In India (08 December 2025)

Best Mobile Phones Under 30000 In India Price in India
Vivo V60e Rs. 27,990
Realme 15 Pro 5G Rs. 25,999
Realme GT 7T Rs. 29,999
Motorola Edge 60 Pro Rs. 28,000
iQOO Neo 10R Rs. 26,999
Nothing Phone 3a Pro Rs. 27,899
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G Rs. 25,480
Vivo V50 Rs. 29,999
Realme GT 6 Rs. 27,999
Xiaomi 14 Civi Rs. 26,999
List of Best Mobile Phones Under 30000 In India, last updated on 08 December 2025

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