Smartphone Guide July 2018

Smartphone Guide – Purchasing a new smartphone as a consumer could be an overwhelming task. After all there are so many of them! And it gets tougher if one isn’t from a technical background.

A lot goes on within that rectangular device which you might not be aware of. But don’t worry, we have got you covered. If you are someone who is looking to buy a smartphone but is confused with the available choices, you have come to the right place. Here is a compiled list of best smartphones under various budgets to help you choose according to your needs.

Smartphone Guide

Best Smartphones Under 10K 

1. Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 (Rs. 8,999)

The Redmi Note 5 can be considered as the best overall smartphone available in this category. It is a powerful device with a big battery and a bright screen. If performance is your priority then the Redmi Note 5 is your perfect choice.

Specs:
Display: 5.99-inch, 1080p
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 + Adreno 506
Storage + RAM: 32GB + 3GB
Camera: 12MP, 5MP
Battery: 4000mAh
OS: Android 7.1.2

2. Xiaomi Redmi Y2 (Rs. 9,999)

The Redmi Y2 is exactly similar to the Redmi Note 5 when it comes to power. But if you need a better camera (both, on the front and the back) and you are not bothered by less pixels on the display, this should be your go-to device.

Specs:
Display: 5.99-inch, 720 x 1440  pixels
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 + Adreno 506
Storage + RAM: 32GB + 3GB
Camera: 12MP + 5MP Dual Camera and 16MP front shooter with LED flash
Battery: 3080mAh
OS: Android 8.1

3. Realme 1 (Rs. 8,990)

The Realme 1 sports a powerful MediaTek chipset along with a premium-looking design language- thanks to the diamond glass design. It doesn’t have a fingerprint sensor. Still, one doesn’t have to rely on old methods to unlock their device, because it sports face unlock too.

Specs:
Display: 6-inch, 1080p
SoC: MediaTek Helio P60
Storage + RAM: 32GB + 3GB
Camera: 13MP, 8MP
Battery: 3,410mAh
OS: Android 8.1

 

Best Smartphone guide under 15k 

1. Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (Rs 13,999)

The Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 is a no-compromise device with a stock-Android experience. If you don’t like custom skins at all and is looking for a no-compromise deal, this is your go-to device.

Specs:
Display: 5.99-inch, 1080p
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 + Adreno 509
Storage + RAM: 64GB + 6GB
Camera: 13MP+5MP, 8MP
Battery: 5000mAh
OS: Android 8.1

2. Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro (Rs. 13,999)

The Redmi Note series is one of the best buys of 2018. The Note 5 Pro is no exception. It manages all the factors required by a consumer equally well – amazing performance, superb camera along with a very dependable battery life.

Specs:
Display: 5.99-inch, 1080p
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 + Adreno 509
Storage + RAM: 64GB + 4GB
Camera: 12MP+5MP, 5MP
Battery: 4000mAh
OS: Android 7.1.2

Best Smartphone guide under 25k 

1. Oppo F7 (Rs. 23,990)

The Oppo F7 are for those who are looking for a 6+ inches device. It is a 2018 device which sports our beloved features as well – a notch, full screen display along with FM Radio and support for memory cards.

Specs:
Display: 5.23-inch, 1080 x 2280 pixels
SoC: Meditek Helio P60 + Mali G72 MP3
Storage + RAM: 128GB + 6GB
Camera: 16MP, 25MP
Battery: 3400mAh
OS: Android 8.1

2. Xiaomi Mi Note 3 (Rs. 23,028)

You should buy the Xiaomi Mi Note 3 if you are looking for a device with dual camera setup in a more compact device. The rear cameras also support 4k video recording unlike Oppo F7.

Specs:
Display: 5.5-inch, 1080 x 1920 pixels
SoC: Snapdragon 660 + Adreno 512
Storage + RAM: 128GB + 6GB
Camera: 12MP+12MP, 16MP
Battery: 3000mAh
OS: Android 7.1

Best Smartphone guide under 30k 

1. Asus Zenfone 5z (Rs 29,999)

Asus Zenfone 5z is for those consumers who want a flagship device in the sub-30k category. It is a beast of a device – thanks to the Snapdragon 845 processor with vanilla Android experience and memory card support.

Specs:
Display: 6.2-inch, 1080 x 2246 pixels
SoC: Snapdragon 845 + Adreno 630
Storage + RAM: 64GB + 6GB
Camera: 12MP+12MP, 8MP
Battery: 3300mAh
OS: Android 8.0

2. Huawei Honor View 10 (Rs. 29,999)

The Huawei Honor View 10 is one of those few devices left without a notch-display. It is a perfect fit for those who want a powerful 2018-ish device but with a fingerprint scanner on the front with no notch at the top.

Specs:
Display: 5.99-inch, 1080 x 2160 pixels
SoC: HiSilicon Kirin 659 + Mali-T830 MP2
Storage + RAM: 128GB + 6GB
Camera: 16MP+20MP, 13MP
Battery: 3750mAh
OS: Android 8.0

Best Smartphone guide under 40k 

1. OnePlus 6

This has to be the easiest choice in the whole list. The OnePlus 6 is beast of a phone coupled with a great camera and Dash Charge. This is everything one can want and get in 40k.

Specs:
Display: 6.28-inch, 2160 x 1080p
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 + Adreno 630
Storage + RAM: 128GB + 8GB
Camera: 16MP + 20MP, 16MP
Battery: 3300mAh
OS: Android 8.1

Best Smartphone guide Above 40k 

1. Samsung Galaxy S9+ (Rs. 64,900)

The Galaxy S9+ is still one of the best looking smartphones in the market right now with the bleeding edge screen on both the sides. On the performance front too, it will not disappoint anyone.

Specs:
Display: 6.2-inch, 2960 x 1440p
SoC: Exynos 9810
Storage + RAM: 128GB + 6GB
Camera: 12MP + 12MP, 8MP
Battery: 3500mAh
OS: Android 8.0

2. Google Pixel 2 XL (Rs. 63,999)

For those who want a no-compromise flagship device in stock Android, the Pixel 2 XL is the one to get. Don’t let the numbers fool you, it might have a single rear camera but is one of the best camera smartphones available in the market right now.

Specs:
Display: 6.0-inch, 2880 x 1440p
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
Storage + RAM: 128GB + 4GB
Camera: 12.2MP, 8MP
Battery: 3520mAh
OS: Android 8.0

3. iPhone X (Rs. 86,999)

The iPhone X’s The FaceID is more than just Face Unlock and is the most secured face-unlocking solutions today. If budget is not a problem you should definitely go for the iPhone X.

Specs:
Display: 5.8-inch, 2436 x 1125p
SoC: Apple A11 Bionic
Storage + RAM: 64GB + 3GB
Camera: 12MP + 12MP, 7MP
Battery: 2691mAh
OS: iOS 11.1.1

Smartphone Guide – There were the best smartphones available to buy right now in each price segment. Did your favorite smartphone make it to the list? Or do you think we missed something? Do let us know your thoughts in the comments below!