Finding a smartphone which fits the budget and needs is a win-win situation for which the Indian mobile market offers multiple brands and price ranges to choose from. But since the pandemic and inflation wars hit the ground, the buyers have turned budget centric focusing more on mid-range smartphones in the price band of Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 30,000 and expect some basic requirements like an AMOLED screen with higher refresh rate, flagship processors, fast charging, a minimum of 4000 mAH battery mated with at least 6 GB/128 GB configuration and ready for 5G connectivity.
Here is a filtered list of the top 5 smartphones under 30k easily available on Amazon.
1. IQOO 7 5G (The Business Class phone)
OS – Android 11, Funtouch OS 11.1
RAM, Storage – 8 GB, 128 GB
Screen size – 6.62 inches
Weight – 196 g
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The phone is a complete package in itself offering performance wrapped in beauty. 4400 mAH battery with Qualcomm Snapdragon 870G 5G makes it the best one in this price range. Its wide variety of specifications includes 66W Flash Charge, 120Hz AMOLED display, 48MP OIS Main camera with Sony IMX598 sensor and 300 Hz touch sampling rate. It comes with a 3GB extended RAM and 6 months of free screen replacement. Storage, extended battery life and quick charging make it a preferable option for phone-based business class.
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2. Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G (When weight matters)
OS – MIUI 12.5 on Android 11
RAM, Storage – 8 GB, 128 GB
Screen size – 6.55 inches
Weight – 158 g
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The ‘light as a feather’(158 g) and super slim feature (6.81 mm) makes it super easy to carry and use this phone. Unlike other phones in this price range with an 8-bit display, this one offers 10 bit FHD+ OLED Dot display with DOLBY Vision support making the screen quality exceptional. The 64 MP + 8 MP + 5MP triple rear camera along with the 20 MP front camera gives natural colour picture quality. The phone has a power-efficient Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G processor which works flawlessly with heavy files and also supports 5G with both the SIM cards. 90Hz refresh rate, 360 degrees ambient light sensor, sunlight mode and low light reading mode are some notable features.
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3. Samsung Galaxy M53 5G (For the photographer in you)
OS – Android 12.0
RAM, Storage – 8 GB, 128 GB
Screen size – 6.7 inches
Weight – 176 g
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Segment Best 108 MP camera with exciting features like multiple modes, single take, object eraser, photo remaster and 4K video recording using both cameras will tempt the photographer in you to capture the beauty around. It also offers internal memory extendable up to 1 TB. The display quality is next level owing to super AMOLED+ display, FHD+ resolution screen and slim bezels. Even though it has a big screen and 5000 mAH battery, the phone is super light to carry. The mono speakers supported by DOLBY and super smooth screen give a great multimedia experience.
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4. Vivo V21 5 G (Selfie lover’s delight)
OS – Funtouch OS 11.1
RAM, Storage – 8 GB, 128 GB
Screen size – 6.44 inches
Weight – 177 g
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Along with the AMOLED screen, 4000 mAH battery and 90 Hz refresh rate the phone offers a 64 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP triple rear camera as well as a 44 MP selfie camera with OIS (Optimal image stabilisation) which is the highlight of this phone. It has features like spotlight selfie and lowlight pictures which ensure good quality pictures even in dark and scene modes which change according to the object being captured (AI will sense if you capture a person or object and provide suitable filters). It is 7.29 mm thin with flat sides and feels super light to carry, giving it full marks for the in-hand feels by experts. 33 W fast charging gives 60% charge within 30 mins.
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5. Redmi Note 11 Pro (For a power-packed performance)
OS – MIUI 13
RAM, Storage – 8 GB, 256 GB
Screen size – 6.67 inches
Weight – 1202 g
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Superior performance Redmi Note 11 Pro comes with a super AMOLED display with a 120Hz Refresh Rate protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The 67W in-box charger powers a massive 5000mAh battery for a full day’s charge in 15 minutes. It is a future-ready device with Snapdragon 695 5G and 7 5G bands. The flagship camera setup of 108MP main camera, 8MP ultra-wide camera and 2MP macro sensor contribute to flawless photography. 1200 Nits Super AMOLED display with 360 Hz touch response rate offers a silky smooth navigation experience.
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6. One Plus Nord CE 2 5G (For the binge-watchers and gamers)
OS – OxygenOS
RAM, Storage – 8 GB, 128 GB
Screen size – 6.43 inches
Weight – 173 g
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Just like its tagline ‘Never settle’, One Plus offers new developments in the phones all the time. A dedicated SD card slot has been included as well as a 3.5 mm jack for multimedia purposes. The 4500mAh battery comes with fast charging of 65 W which can charge the device 100% within 32 mins. so you can charge and play with an absolute peace of mind. AMOLED screen offers a good view of colours from all angles which enhances the gaming and binge-watching experience. The phone has dedicated high-performance gaming modes, dimensity of 900 and a loud mono speaker creating a wholesome experience for gaming and watching videos.
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FAQ’s about smartphones below 30000
Q1. What factors are to be considered before buying a mobile phone?
Ans: Before buying a smartphone you should have a list of your specific needs and budget and then consider important factors like battery life, memory, camera, processors and hardware, display and Operating System.
2. How many MP(megapixels) are considered good in a smartphone?
Ans: 12MP is the ideal resolution for smartphone cameras.
3. Are AMOLED screens better?
Ans: AMOLED displays not only have the best contrast ratios and great vivid colours but also are one of the safest display technologies ever developed. It has individual LEDs which give the best experience while consuming video content.
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