[MSP Tech Insights] Top 10 Mobile Phones in India in July 2024: Motorola Edge 50 Fusion Leaps to the Top

Most Popular Mobiles in July 2024

Thanks to the unique and modular design of the Phone 1, CMF managed to carve its space among heavyweights like OnePlus, Motorola, Xiaomi, and others. Without further ado, let’s look at the most popular smartphones in July 2024 based on user searches on MySmartPrice.

1. Motorola Edge 50 Fusion

The Motorola Edge 50 Fusion, ranked 9th in June, took the biggest leap and became the most popular smartphone in July 2024. Launched in May 2024, this smartphone is a mid-range offering focused on aesthetics, a stock Android experience, and powerful cameras. Starting at Rs 22,999, the Motorola Edge 50 Fusion flaunts a 3D curved display, vegan leather-finish rear panel, and IP68 rating.

The smartphone’s front is dominated by a 10-bit 3D curved pOLED display with SGS Low Blue Light certification and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The handset features a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 accompanied by up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The smartphone offers Hello UI based on Android 14, a dual camera setup with a 50MP Sony LYT700C primary lens, and a 5,500mAh battery with 68W TurboPower fast charging.

2. vivo V30

The vivo V30 was the 8th rank holder in the MSP Tech Insights May Edition and has been a constant since its launch but has not been featured in the June list. The handset is back with a bang and was the second most searched smartphone by MySmartPrice readers in July. Starting at Rs 33,999, the vivo V30 is one of India’s most compelling mid-range offerings, combining form and function in an aesthetic package.

The key features of the vivo V30 include a colour-changing fluorite AG back panel and a Smart Aura light ring around the dual 50MP cameras on the back. It features a 50MP camera on the front as well for selfies. Other features include a 1.5K curved AMOLED display and the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC.

3. OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G

Since its launch in April, the OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G has been constantly ranking first or second in terms of popularity. This is the first time it has slipped to the third spot, but it continues to be one of the top three most popular devices in India. The popularity can be credited to OnePlus’ robust fan base in India, gorgeous aesthetics, and powerful specifications.

Starting at Rs 24,999, the smartphone features Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC, 50MP Sony LYT600 primary sensor with a 1/1.95-inch sensor size, and a 5500mAh battery with 100W SuperVOOC fast charging. Moreover, OnePlus is on top of its software update game and regularly pushes out features like new animations, camera improvements, and touch control experiences.

4. Moto G64

The Moto G64 slipped from the second spot in June to the fourth in July. The smartphone continues to be popular in India because of its incredible value-for-money package from the brand. It’s one of the most affordable smartphones in India and is priced under Rs 15,000.

The device has a 120Hz, 6.5-inch FHD display and MediaTek Dimensity 7025 SoC. One of the highlights of the Moto G64 is the near-stock Android 14-based My UX. The brand has also promised an assured upgrade to Android 15 as well. Other features include 50MP dual rear cameras, up to 12GB RAM, a 6,000mAh battery, and 33W TurboPower fast charging support.

5. Moto G85

The Moto G85 is the latest sub-Rs 20,000 smartphone from the brand. The device that launched earlier this month recently went on sale for the first time. It arrived as India’s first device with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 SoC. Thanks to the new processor, aesthetic vegan leather finish, and a competitive price tag, the Moto G85 managed to grab attention.

Starting at Rs 17,999, the new smartphone has a 6.67-inch FHD+ 10-bit 3D curved pOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. The device boots Android 14-based Hello UI and is guaranteed to review two Android updates. Other features include 50MP dual rear cameras, a 32MP selfie camera, and a 5,000mAh battery with 33W TurboPower fast charging.

6. CMF Phone 1

Nothing’s sub-brand CMF made everyone sit up and take notice with its debut smartphone launch. The CMF Phone 1 comes with a unique modular design featuring swappable back panels held in place by a proprietary screw and the Accessory Point to remove and attach accessories like a stand or lanyard. The design is unique not only in the sub-Rs 20,000 segment but also in the entire smartphone market.

Starting at Rs 15,999, the CMF Phone 1 has a 6.67-inch Super AMOLED display featuring a 120Hz refresh rate, Ultra HDR support, and 8-bit colour depth. The smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 and boots Nothing OS 2.6 based on Android 14. Other features of the device include a 50MP dual rear camera setup, 16MP selfie camera, IPX2 rating, and a 5,500mAh battery with 33W fast charging.

7. OPPO F27 Pro+

The OPPO F27 Pro+ is India’s first smartphone with an IP69 rating, along with IP68 and IP66, and a 360-degree armour body design. The brand clearly designed the smartphone with Indian conditions in mind, and that’s precisely what contributes to its popularity. Besides the durability factor, the handset also flaunts a powerful spec sheet.

Starting at Rs 27,999, the OPPO F27 Pro+ flaunts a 6.7-inch 3D curved AMOLED display powered by the Dimensity 7050 processor. It runs Android 14-based ColorOS 14. Other highlights include a 64MP dual rear camera setup and a beefy 5,000mAh battery with SuperVOOC fast charging.

8. Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro

Only Xiaomi can enjoy a long-lasting impact on smartphone buyers in India. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro, launched in January, has continued to be a constant in MSP Tech Insights’ top mobile phone list ever since. The handset offers a compelling combination of flagship features and a mid-range price tag.

The Redmi Note 13 Pro is the first Note-series smartphone to feature an AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, PWM dimming, Gorilla Glass Victus, and other flagship-grade features. The device also includes a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC, a 200MP camera, and a 5,100mAh battery with 67W fast charging.

9. Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 was another constant in MSP Tech Insights until April 2024. The device didn’t feature in the list in May and June but has crawled again to clinch the ninth spot in MSP Tech Insights July 2024. Thanks to its affordable pricing and powerful features, it continues to come back.

The handset which launched in India at a starting price of Rs 16,999 with offer comes with a 120Hz AMOLED display with FHD+ screen resolution and a Dimensity 6080 processor. Other features include a 100MP primary camera, and a fast-charging 5,000mAh battery.

10. OnePlus 12R

Like the Redmi Note 13, the OnePlus 12R made a comeback in July 2024 after missing out in May and June. The handset is one of the most affordable Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered devices in India, but it’s also the most expensive option in the list, just like it was in April.

The brand has managed to keep the device hyped by launching new variants like Genshin Impact Edition and, more recently, the Sunset Dune colour variant. The OnePlus 12R comes with a ProXDR LTPO AMOLED display, 50MP camera, 5,500mAh battery, and IP64 rating.