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Top 7 phones under ₹20000

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Top 7 smartphones between INR 15000-20000 in India

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

Top 7 phones under ₹20000

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.

SpecificationsMoto G51 5G
Display6.8-inches, IPS LCD
120 Hz Refresh rate
Low daylight legibility
Memory & Storage4GB RAM
64GB Storage
UFS 2.1
Hybrid slot (up to 512 GB)
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus
Rear Camera50MP Wide-Angle lens
8MP Ultra-Wide Angle lens
2MP Macro lens
1920×1080 @ 30 fps (Video resolution)
Front Camera13 MP Wide-Angle lens
1920×1080 @ 30 fps (Video resolution)
Battery & Charging5000 mAh
22 Watt turbocharger
OSAndroid v11
Buy Moto G51 5G here

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Vivo T1 5G

Brand: Vivo | Price: ₹15,999

Top 7 phones under ₹20000

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.

SpecificationsVivo T1 5G
Display6.58-inches, IPS LCD
120 HZ Refresh rate
Full HD+ 2408 x 1080 Pixels resolution
Memory & Storage4GB, 6GB, 8GB RAM
128 GB, UFS 2.2
Hybrid slot (up to 1 TB)
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 695
Rear Camera50MP Main camera
2MP Macro camera
2MP Depth camera
1920×1080 @ 30 fps (Video resolution)
Front Camera16 MP
1920×1080 @ 30 fps (Video resolution)
Battery & Charging5000mAh
18W wired charging
OSAndroid v12, Funtouch OS
Buy Vivo T1 here

Samsung Galaxy M32 5G

Brand: Samsung | Price: ₹14,999

Top 7 phones under ₹20000

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.

SpecificationsSamsung Galaxy M32
Design6.5-inches, TFT LCD
90 Hz (120 Hz in M33) Refresh rate
720 x 1600 Pixels resolution
Memory & Storage6GB & 8GB RAM
128GB Storage
eMMC 5.1
ProcessorMediaTek MT6853 Dimensity 720 5G (7 nm)
Rear Camera48 MP Wide camera
8 MP Ultra-Wide ccamera
5 MP Macro camera
2 MP Depth camera
Front Camera13 MP Wide camera
Battery & Charging5000 mAh
15W wired charging
OSAndroid 11, UI 3.1 (Android 12, UI 4.1 in M33)
Buy Samsung M32 here

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Poco X3 Pro

Brand: Poco | Price: ₹17,999

Top 7 phones under ₹20000

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.

SpecificationsPoco X3 Pro
Display6.67-inch HDR 10+
IPS LCD
120 Hz Refresh rate
1080×2400 Pixels resolution
Memory & Storage6GB RAM
128GB Storage (expandable up to 1 TB)
UFS 3.1
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 860
Rear Camera48 MP Wide-angle camera
8 MP Ultra-Wide angle camera
2 MP Macro camera
2 MP Depth camera
Front Camera20 MP Wide-angle camera
Battery & Charging5160 mAh
33W wired charging
OSAndroid 11 (MIUI 12)
Buy Poco X3 Pro here 

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Redmi Note 11T

Brand: Xiaomi | Price: ₹15,999

Top 7 phones under ₹20000

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.

SpecificationsRedmi Note 11T 5G
Display6.6-inches, IPS LCD
90Hz Refresh rate
1080 x 2400 Pixels resolution
Memory & Storage4GB, 6GB, & 8GB RAM
64 GB & 128GB Storage
UFS 2.2
ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 810 5G
Rear Camera50 MP Wide camera
8 MP Ultra-Wide camera
Front Camera16 MP Wide camera
Battery & Charging5000mAh
33W wired charging
OSAndroid 11, MIUI 12.5.1
Buy Redmi Note 11T 5G here

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Realme 8 Pro

Brand: Realme | Price: ₹18,199

Top 7 phones under ₹20000

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.

SpecificationsRealme 8 Pro
Display6.4-inch, FHD+
AMOLED
60 Hz Refresh rate
1080×2400 pixels resolution
Memory & Storage6GB & 8GB RAM
128GB Storage
UFS 2.1
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 720G
Rear Camera108 MP Quad main camera
8 MP Wide-angle camera
2 MP Macro camera
2 MP Mono camera
Front Camera16 MP
Battery & Charging4500mAh
50W wired charging
OSAndroid 11, Realme UI 2.0
Buy Realme 8 pro here

Moto G71 5G

Brand: Motorolla | Price: ₹19,049

Top 7 phones under ₹20000

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.

SpecificationsMoto G71 5G
Design6.40-inch, AMOLED
60 Hz Refresh rate
1080×2400 Pixel resolution
Memory & Storage6GB RAM
128GB Storage
uMCP
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 695
Rear Camera50MP Main wide camera
8MP Depth & Ultra-wide camera
2MP Macro camera
Front Camera16 MP
Battery & Charging5000mAh
33W wired charging
OSAndroid 11, My UX
Buy Moto G71 here

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Sania Usmani

Always curious, calm, and a little crazy, you can find me daydreaming or studying. An avid reader, traveler, and graduate of Aviation Science, I love gaining new experiences in life and star gazing. You can contact her here: sania_5008@proton.me

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