We gravitate towards affordability and sound quality when it comes to devices we use in our daily lives. Similarly, if you are looking for a new smartphone, that is the first thing that comes to mind. Moreover, with so many phones being launched every few months by multiple companies, it gets hard to choose.
Read on below to find your perfect match with our select choice of quality standard smartphones that are a value for money.
Moto G51 5G
Brand: Motorola | Price: ₹15,800

Moto brings you a new combination in this phone with a Snapdragon 480 plus 5G. Although not included in the range of the Snapdragon 700 series, this chipset similarly performs tasks. It has 4 GB RAM and a storage capacity of only 64 GB but can be expanded to 512 GB. The phone is a little heavy but has decent cameras and a good display.
It has a polycarbonate back panel weighing 208 grams with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. It has a 3.5 mm audio jack and Dolby Atmos audio feature. Moreover, it also has an IP52 splashproof and dust-proof rating.
Specifications | Moto G51 5G |
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Display | 6.8-inches, IPS LCD 120 Hz Refresh rate Low daylight legibility |
Memory & Storage | 4GB RAM 64GB Storage UFS 2.1 Hybrid slot (up to 512 GB) |
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus |
Rear Camera | 50MP Wide-Angle lens 8MP Ultra-Wide Angle lens 2MP Macro lens 1920×1080 @ 30 fps (Video resolution) |
Front Camera | 13 MP Wide-Angle lens 1920×1080 @ 30 fps (Video resolution) |
Battery & Charging | 5000 mAh 22 Watt turbocharger |
OS | Android v11 |
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Vivo T1 5G
Brand: Vivo | Price: ₹15,999

A combination of 128 GB storage with 5G is rare at this price. RAM comes in 4GB, 6GB, and 8GB. Along with a panda glass protection, the cameras are relatively better; however, the display is lacking. The Snapdragon 695 processor gives a fast performance. Even though it comes with only an 18 Watt charger, it has long battery life.
It has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and dual-mic noise cancellation with hybrid SIM slots. With a polycarbonate back panel, it comes in starlight black and rainbow fantasy colours.
Specifications | Vivo T1 5G |
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Display | 6.58-inches, IPS LCD 120 HZ Refresh rate Full HD+ 2408 x 1080 Pixels resolution |
Memory & Storage | 4GB, 6GB, 8GB RAM 128 GB, UFS 2.2 Hybrid slot (up to 1 TB) |
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 |
Rear Camera | 50MP Main camera 2MP Macro camera 2MP Depth camera 1920×1080 @ 30 fps (Video resolution) |
Front Camera | 16 MP 1920×1080 @ 30 fps (Video resolution) |
Battery & Charging | 5000mAh 18W wired charging |
OS | Android v12, Funtouch OS |
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Samsung Galaxy M32 5G
Brand: Samsung | Price: ₹14,999

With its latest version around the corner, M33, both the phones are easily the best quality phones in our budget. M33 will have a 5 nm processor and 6000mAh battery, more than any phone under Rs. 20,000 can provide. Although there has been some compensation on camera features in M33, it can be fulfilled with M32’s camera specifications.
Specifications | Samsung Galaxy M32 |
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Design | 6.5-inches, TFT LCD 90 Hz (120 Hz in M33) Refresh rate 720 x 1600 Pixels resolution |
Memory & Storage | 6GB & 8GB RAM 128GB Storage eMMC 5.1 |
Processor | MediaTek MT6853 Dimensity 720 5G (7 nm) |
Rear Camera | 48 MP Wide camera 8 MP Ultra-Wide ccamera 5 MP Macro camera 2 MP Depth camera |
Front Camera | 13 MP Wide camera |
Battery & Charging | 5000 mAh 15W wired charging |
OS | Android 11, UI 3.1 (Android 12, UI 4.1 in M33) |
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Poco X3 Pro
Brand: Poco | Price: ₹17,999

Poco X3 comes with a Snapdragon 860 and Adreno 640, making it a high-performance gaming phone. It is included in this list as gaming phones can provide a smooth and ideal user experience. However, it is slightly costlier than Poco X3 with a 6000mAh battery, whereas 5160mAh presents itself in the pro-version.
It brings a quad-camera set-up on its rear plate. With a 33 Watt fast-charger, you get a full charge in under an hour and long battery life. Currently, Poco’s X3 series does not offer 5G, remaining limited to a 4G network. This allows the phone to come packed with features usually not found in 5G phones.
Specifications | Poco X3 Pro |
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Display | 6.67-inch HDR 10+ IPS LCD 120 Hz Refresh rate 1080×2400 Pixels resolution |
Memory & Storage | 6GB RAM 128GB Storage (expandable up to 1 TB) UFS 3.1 |
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 860 |
Rear Camera | 48 MP Wide-angle camera 8 MP Ultra-Wide angle camera 2 MP Macro camera 2 MP Depth camera |
Front Camera | 20 MP Wide-angle camera |
Battery & Charging | 5160 mAh 33W wired charging |
OS | Android 11 (MIUI 12) |
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Redmi Note 11T
Brand: Xiaomi | Price: ₹15,999

It comes with an IP3 splash-proof rating and Corning Gorilla glass v3 protection; it was recently launched in December 2021. It has dual SIM slots as well as decent dual cameras. This phone comes with a Dimensity 810 octa-core processor, which performs satisfactorily and does not heat up quickly.
It comes in Stardust White, Aquamarine Blue and Matte Black colours. With dual stereo speakers, it has a good screen-to-body ratio; the overall display is vibrant.
Specifications | Redmi Note 11T 5G |
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Display | 6.6-inches, IPS LCD 90Hz Refresh rate 1080 x 2400 Pixels resolution |
Memory & Storage | 4GB, 6GB, & 8GB RAM 64 GB & 128GB Storage UFS 2.2 |
Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 810 5G |
Rear Camera | 50 MP Wide camera 8 MP Ultra-Wide camera |
Front Camera | 16 MP Wide camera |
Battery & Charging | 5000mAh 33W wired charging |
OS | Android 11, MIUI 12.5.1 |
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Realme 8 Pro
Brand: Realme | Price: ₹18,199

It has a lightweight design of 177 grams and an in-display fingerprint sensor, and a 720G Snapdragon processor.
It has a polycarbonate and shiny back panel. The camera has many added features, including starry mode and dual-view video mode. Currently, Realme 8 Pro is not available online.
Specifications | Realme 8 Pro |
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Display | 6.4-inch, FHD+ AMOLED 60 Hz Refresh rate 1080×2400 pixels resolution |
Memory & Storage | 6GB & 8GB RAM 128GB Storage UFS 2.1 |
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G |
Rear Camera | 108 MP Quad main camera 8 MP Wide-angle camera 2 MP Macro camera 2 MP Mono camera |
Front Camera | 16 MP |
Battery & Charging | 4500mAh 50W wired charging |
OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 |
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Moto G71 5G
Brand: Motorolla | Price: ₹19,049

Motorola has been rolling out good quality, affordable phones since 2021, the latest being G71. A lightweight design with an AMOLED display and 700 nits brightness. It comes with Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, which performs more efficiently than the Snapdragon 700 series. Moreover, it supports 13 5G bands but lacks dual speakers.
It has a good battery life even after heavy usage. A new feature, crystal AI, enhances your voice clarity when you are on a call. It supports various gestures of hand motion. However, it has mono-speakers that are supported by Dolby Atmos.
Specifications | Moto G71 5G |
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Design | 6.40-inch, AMOLED 60 Hz Refresh rate 1080×2400 Pixel resolution |
Memory & Storage | 6GB RAM 128GB Storage uMCP |
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 |
Rear Camera | 50MP Main wide camera 8MP Depth & Ultra-wide camera 2MP Macro camera |
Front Camera | 16 MP |
Battery & Charging | 5000mAh 33W wired charging |
OS | Android 11, My UX |
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