If you want to buy a smartphone, one of the best places to get a new one online is Amazon. The under Rs 30,000 segment has some of the most popular smartphones in the Indian market and is one of the fastest-growing segments as well.
In the previous year, we saw lots of smartphones such as iQOO Neo 7 5G, OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G, Realme Narzo 60 5G and more. In this article, we talk about the best smartphones under Rs 30,000, which you can get right now. If you’re looking for a phone under Rs 30,000, Amazon has some great phones, let’s check them out.
Best Smartphones on Amazon under Rs 30,000
iQOO Neo 7 5G
iQOO Neo 7 5G is one of the best deals for under Rs 30,000 on Amazon. Like all the Neo phones from iQOO, the iQOO Neo 7 5G is a power-packed device with Mediatek Dimensity 8200 chipset, one of the best-performing chipsets in the segment. It is a gaming-focused phone and comes with Ultra Game Mode which curates many gaming-focused features.
iQOO Neo 7 5G has a vivid 6.78-inch AMOLED panel that supports HDR10+ and Dolby Vision certifications. It is a slightly taller display compared to its predecessor.
However, the iQOO Neo 7 5G isn’t the best choice for a camera phone in this segment. It has a triple camera setup, but it doesn’t feature an ultrawide camera. It has a 64MP primary camera, which is coupled with a pair of 2MP secondary cameras.
The phone packs in 120W super fast charging, previously available only in iQOO flagships.
Key Specifications
- MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Octa-core Processor
- 6.78″ (17.22 cm) 120Hz AMOLED Display
- 64+2+2 MP Rear Camera, 16 MP Front Camera
- 5000 mAh, 120W Fast Charging
Pros
- Power-packed performer
- 120W fast charging, reliable battery
- Android 13 out of the box
- Good primary camera
- Balanced weight and good ergonomics
Cons
- No ultra-wide angle camera
- No IP rating
- Same old design
Also Read: iQOO Neo 7 Review: Performance Filled Game Changer
OnePlus 10R 5G
OnePlus 10R 5G was launched in 2022 for around Rs 38,000. The phone has hence got price cuts and has brought it down to below Rs 30,000, making it a great deal for the price.
OnePlus 10R has a 6.7-inch AMOLED panel, which has HDR10+ certification and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
The phone has a triple camera setup of a 50MP primary camera, an 8MP ultrawide camera and a 2MP macro sensor.
The phone is available across two SKUs – OnePlus 10R and OnePlus 10R 150W. Only the normal variant with 80W fast charging is available for under Rs 30,000 currently.
Key Specifications
- MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Max Octa-core Processor
- 6.7″ (17.02 cm) 120Hz Fluid AMOLED Display
- 50+8+2 MP Rear Camera, 16 MP Front Camera
- 5000 mAh, 80W Fast Charging
Pros
- Premium Design
- 80W fast charging support
- Capable performance
- In-display fingerprint sensor
Cons
- The cameras could have been better
- No expandable storage
- No IP rating
iQOO Z7 Pro 5G
iQOO Z7 Pro 5G is one of the best mid-range smartphones to get on Amazon. Although it starts for below Rs 25,000 it is a great phone to consider in this segment.
iQOO Z7 Pro 5G and iQOO Neo 7 are phones aimed at a different market. Unlike Neo 7, the iQOO Z7 Pro has a curved AMOLED display, making it one of the best-looking devices from not just the back, but the front also.
The phone is powered by Mediatek Dimensity 7200 SoC, which is not as powerful as the Dimensity 8200, iit is still one of the more capable chipsets in the segment and is more powerful than its predecessor.
Coming to cameras, the phone has a dual camera setup of 64MP primary and a 2MP secondary, and yes, this phone doesn’t have an ultrawide camera. The phone has support for 66W fast charging that charges up the phone in under 50 minutes.
Key Specifications
- MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Octa-core Processor
- 6.78″ (17.22 cm) 120Hz AMOLED Display
- 64+2 MP Rear Camera, 16 MP Front Camera
- 4600 mAh, 66W Fast Charging
Pros
- 120Hz curved AMOLED display
- 10 5G bands support
- 66W fast charging
Cons
- No headphone jack
- No ultra-wide lens
Also Read: iQOO Z7 Pro Review – Pros and cons, Verdict
OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G
OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G is one of the best OnePlus smartphones under Rs 30,000. It features almost everything available in Nord 3, at a slightly lower price. It features Snapdragon 782G SoC, a decently performing Snapdragon chipset.
It has a 6.7-inch flat AMOLED display and has a great-looking design. The phone features a 50MP primary camera, paired with an 8MP ultrawide shooter and 2MP macro sensor.
The phone has support for 80W superfast charging, which charges up the phone in under 40 minutes. It would be a great choice if you don’t want to spend more for the next best Nord phone, the OnePlus Nord 3, which costs slightly more than Rs 30,000 in India.
Key Specifications
- Snapdragon 782G Octa-core Processor
- 6.7″ (17.02 cm) 120Hz Fluid AMOLED Display
- 50+8+2 MP Rear Camera, 16 MP Front Camera
- 5000 mAh, 80W Fast Charging
Pros
- 120Hz AMOLED screen
- IP54 rating
- Excellent battery life
Cons
- Plastic back
- Camera performance is not so good
Also Read: OnePlus Nord CE 3 First Impressions | First Look, Unboxing Experience
Realme Narzo 60 Pro
Realme Narzo 60 Pro is priced close to Rs 20,000, but the higher variants of the phone are one of the best choices if you want higher variants, for 1TB!
Realme Narzo 60 Pro has a 6.7-inch curved AMOLED display and looks almost similar to the Realme 11 Pro series. It is powered by Mediatek Dimensity 7050, not the fastest chipset compared to the phones in this list, but it’s the only phone to feature a 1TB internal storage in this segment.
The phone has a 100MP primary camera and a 2MP depth sensor, not the best camera hardware at this price, but it’s a camera. It has support for 67W super fast charging and has a big battery.
Key Specifications
- MediaTek Dimensity 7050 Octa-core Processor
- 6.7″ (17.02 cm) 120Hz AMOLED Display
- 100+2 MP Rear Camera
- 16 MP Front Camera
- 5000 mAh, 67W Fast Charging
Pros
- AMOLED display
- Dimensity 7020 SoC
- 100MP camera
- 67W fast charging
Cons
- Lacks a microSD card slot
- No IP rating
- Lacks a 3.5mm audio jack
