If you're eyeing a new smartphone under Rs. 15,000 in India, here's our comprehensive list of the top devices you can go for.
The Infinix Note 50x is one of the newest entries in the sub-Rs. 15,000 segment
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Smartphones in the budget segment usually focus on two primary factors – big, bright displays and long battery life. However, that has lately changed with manufacturers going above and beyond to incorporate features from a segment above or even two. High refresh rate screens, capable cameras, 5G connectivity, and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, these are just some of the features that have trickled down from phones priced at a premium to offerings even under Rs. 15,000. As a consequence, brands such as iQOO, Realme, and Poco have introduced several handsets in this highly competitive space while vying for the top spot.
Indeed, most of us would prefer to spend a bit more and purchase a smartphone from our sub-Rs. 25,000 list. However, there are still those who are just transitioning from the sub-Rs. 10,000 segment and don't want to invest a huge amount on a device which, more often than not, gets outdated within a few years. To cater to them, we have curated a list of the top smartphones under Rs. 15,000 in India.
The first option on our list is the Samsung Galaxy M16. While it neither stands out for its appearance nor because of any nifty features, the handset is still a good option to consider due to its brand reliability. It sports a 6.7-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED display. Under the hood, the handset is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor with up to 8GB RAM and a maximum of 128GB of onboard storage.
The Samsung Galaxy M16 5G has a triple rear camera setup which comprises a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 5-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro sensor. It also gets a 13-megapixel selfie shooter on the front. The phone packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging.
Samsung Galaxy M16 price in India starts at Rs. 12,499 for the 4GB + 128GB storage model. The 6GB and 8GB variants are priced at Rs. 13,999 and Rs. 15,499, respectively. The phone is offered in Blush Pink, Mint Green, and Thunder Black colourways and can be purchased via Amazon, Samsung India website, and offline retailers.
The iQOO Z10x is part of the latest Z series of smartphones by the China-based OEM. It gets a 6.7-inch LCD display with 120Hz refresh rate. The handset runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor with up to 8GB RAM and a maximum 256GB of onboard storage.
In the camera department, the iQOO Z10x has a 50-megapixel main camera with autofocus and a 2-megapixel bokeh sensor on the rear, and an 8-megapixel selfie shooter on the front. The phone packs a 6,500mAh battery with 44W fast charging support.
iQOO Z10x price in India starts at Rs. 13,499 for the 6GB + 128GB variant. The 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB configuration models are priced at Rs. 14,999 and Rs. 16,499, respectively. It is available in Ultramarine and Titanium colourways via Amazon and iQOO India Store.
Infinix Note 50x is the latest Note-series offering from the Transsion Holdings subsidiary. The handset comes with a 6.67-inch HD+ LCD screen with a 90Hz refresh rate. The MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset powers the phone, complemented by up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.
For optics, the Infinix Note 50x boasts a dual rear camera unit, headlined by a 50-megapixel primary shooter. It also has an 8-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies and video chats. The handset is backed by a 5,500mAh battery with 45W wired fast charging support.
Infinix Note 50x price in India starts at Rs. 11,499 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. Meanwhile, the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model is priced at Rs. 12,999. It is offered in Enchanted Purple, Sea Breeze Green, and Titanium Grey colourways. The handset can be purchased via Flipkart.
Realme P3x is part of the company's midrange P series of smartphones and was introduced alongside the Realme P3 Pro earlier this year. It is equipped with a 6.7-inch full-HD+ LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 chipset with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of eMMC 5.1 onboard storage.
For optics, the phone has a 50-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel unspecified sensor at the back. It also comes with an 8-megapixel selfie camera. The handset packs a 6,000mAh battery that can be charged at 45W.
Realme P3x price in India starts at Rs. Rs. 13,999 and Rs. 14,999 for the 6GB+128GB and 8GB+128GB RAM and storage configurations. It is offered in Lunar Silver, Midnight Blue, and Stellar Pink colour options. The handset can be purchased via the Realme website and Flipkart.
Introduced in March, the Vivo T4x sports a 6.72-inch full-HD+ LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor, paired with up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 onboard storage. For optics, the handset packs a dual rear camera unit comprising a 50-megapixel primary camera and a 2-megapixel secondary depth sensor.
The Vivo T4x 5G houses a 6,500mAh battery with 44W wired fast charging support.
Vivo T4x price in India starts at Rs. 13,999 for the 6GB + 128GB option, while the 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB variants cost Rs. 14,999 and Rs. 16,999, respectively. It is offered in Marine Blue and Pronto Purple colour options. The phone can be purchased via Flipkart, Vivo India e-store, and offline retail stores.
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