2023 has been a remarkable year for smartphones. There are lots of smartphones that have made their debut in the first quarter. By the looks of it, the second quarter will be no different. In April, almost every manufacturer has launched at least one device, and the timeline in May looks similar.
In May 2023, there are going to be lots of new smartphone launches that will be launched. Manufacturers like Google, Realme, Moto, Oppo, Samsung, Techno, and Xiaomi have something for their audience in the bag. There will be a smartphone in every segment, from budget to flagship and in various form factors, including foldable ones. So, without further delay, let’s dig into the list of smartphones launching in May 2023.
List of Smartphones Launching in May 2023
- Poco F5
- Realme 11 Pro series
- Vivo Y36 4G
- Pixel 7A
- Tecno Spark 10 5G
- Realme Narzo N53
- Samsung Galaxy F54
- Samsung Galaxy A24
- Moto Razr 40 Ultra
- OPPO F23 Pro 5G
- Pixel Fold
- iQOO Neo 8 Pro
POCO F5
The Poco F5 will make its debut in India in May. The tweet from Snapdragon suggests that the device is set to feature Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor, which is said to be the most powerful processor in its segment. Besides the chipset, the leaked spec sheet suggests the device might also feature a 6.67-inch 120HZ super AMOLED display.
On the battery front, the device features a 5160mAh battery with 67W charging support. The upcoming POCO F5 may also feature a triple-camera setup on the rear panel with a combination of a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. In addition, it may also pack a 16MP selfie camera.
Expected Price
The Poco F5 is said to be launched at the price tag of Rs 34,990.
Expected Launch Date
The official launch date of Poco F5 is 9th May 2023 in India.
Realme 11 Pro Series
Realme is set to launch Realme 11 Pro and 11 Pro+ this month. The Realme 11 Pro series is said to bring new features to this segment. Both the Realme 11 Pro and 11 Pro+ are said to feature a curved 120Hz FHD+ display, under-display fingerprint scanner, and Android 13 out of the box. In addition, leaks suggest that the Realme 11 Pro+ will have a 200MP primary camera, 8MP ultra-wide camera and a 2MP macro sensor. On the other hand, the Realme 11 Pro might feature 108MP primary camera.
The Realme 11 Pro may have a 16MP selfie camera, and the Realme 11 Pro+ could feature a 32MP selfie shooter. In addition, the 11 Pro+ might feature a 4500mAh battery paired with 100W of charging and the Pro variant is said to have a 5000mAh cell with 67W of charging. Both these devices are tipped to feature the new MediaTek 7000 series processor.
Expected Price
The Realme 11Pro Series is rumoured to be launched at a starting price tag of Rs 28,990.
Expected Launch Date
The Realme 11 Pro series could be launched on May 10, 2023.
Vivo Y36 4G
The Y series from the Vivo is more of a budget lineup for the company. However, it brings exceptional design and well-balanced features for the price it offers. The Y36 is rumoured to be the newest addition to the series. According to the report, the device might be powered by an octa-core 4G processor. The smartphone also has a base memory variant of 8GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage.
In the camera department, the rear camera setup is said to be a 50MP primary camera with a 2MP depth camera paired with a 16MP selfie camera on the front. The selfie camera is embedded in the teardrop-shaped notch in the front FHD LCD 90Hz display. The Y36 is also reported to have a 5000mAh battery capacity paired with 44W fast charging.
Expected Price
The Vivo Y36 4G might come for Rs 19,999 in India.
Expected Launch Date
The Expected launch date of Vivo Y36 is the second or third week of May 2023.
Pixel 7A
The newest Pixel in the Google Pixel family and part of the budget-oriented A series, the Pixel 7A, is all set to launch during the Google I/O in May 2023. This time around, the leaked spec sheet suggests that the Pixel 7A will have a 90Hz high refresh rate AMOLED display with a centre punch hole cutout for a 10.8MP selfie camera and will house an improved in-display fingerprint scanner at the bottom. At the rear, the Pixel 7A might feature a 64MP primary and 12MP ultra-wide camera in the new iconic wiser layout.
The Pixel 7A could have a Tensor G2 chipset seen in the Pixel 7 series last year. It might also feature a bigger 4500mAh battery over last year’s Pixel 6A with improved fast charging tech. However, the Pixel 7A is rumoured to have only one memory variant of 128GB internal storage with no support for an expandable memory card.
Expected Price
The Pixel 7A is expected to launch at Rs 45,990 in India.
Expected Launch Date
The Pixel 7A will debut during Google I/O on 10th May 2023.
Tecno Spark 10 5G
Tecno is all set to launch its budget 5G smartphone Tecno Spark 10 5G. The rumours say the device might feature a large 5000mAh battery paired with support for 18W fast charging via its USB-C port. The landing page of the device on Amazon tells us that the device will be powered by a D6020 Octa-Core processor paired with up to 16GB RAM and 256GB of storage on board.
Tecno Spark 10 5G will also feature a 90Hz 6.56 inch LCD display with FHD resolution. In the camera department, the rear camera features a large 50MP AI-powered camera with a 2MP depth camera for portrait shots. For selfies, Tecno Spark 10 5G features an 8MP selfie camera in the teardrop notch of the phone.
Expected Price
The Tecno Spark 10 5G will launch at Rs 14,999 in India.
Expected Launch Date
The Tecno Spark 10 5G is set to launch on the 25th of May, 2023.
Realme Narzo N53
The N53 will be a budget offering from Realme’s Narzo lineup. The device is likely to feature under the budget segment and is said to launch alongside Realme’s 11 Pro lineup. The Narzo N53 will likely feature a 4G octa-core processor and come with two different memory variants 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage and 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage.
The N53 is also said to feature a large 5000mAh battery that will take advantage of Realme’s fast charging technology. In addition, the leaked reposts say the device will also feature a 90Hz LCD display with a punch-hole cutout for a selfie camera and a dual camera island on the back.
Expected Price
Realme Narzo N53 is allegedly said to come at Rs 12,999 in India.
Expected Launch Date
The Narzo N53 could launch on May 10th, 2023, alongside the Realme 11Pro series.
Samsung Galaxy F54
The newest addition to the Samsung F series, the Samsung F54, is all set to be launched in May 2023. The F series from Samsung is known for its price and its offering with the brand trust of Samsung. According to leaks, the Samsung Galaxy F54 might feature a 6.7 Inch 120Hz Samsung AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution and a centre punch hole cutout for the selfie camera. The selfie camera on the Galaxy F54 is a 32MP shooter with a 108MP main, 8MP Ultra-wide, and 2MP macro cameras in the rear. On the performance end, the device is said to have Exynos 1380 octa-core 5G chipset paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage.
The Galaxy F54 is said to be powered by a massive 6000mAh battery with fast charging support of up to 25W. In addition, the device might come equipped with stereo speakers, expandable storage support and up to 3 years of major OS updates out of the box.
Expected Price
The Samsung Galaxy F54 is likely to launch in India at Rs 24,900.
Expected Launch Date
The Samsung Galaxy F54 is all set to launch on 10th May 2023.
Samsung Galaxy A24
It is expected that the Samsung Galaxy A24 will provide top-of-the-line features for a reasonable price. It is rumoured to have a Snapdragon 695 processor clocked at 2.2 GHz. In terms of RAM and internal storage, the phone might come with 4GB and 128GB, respectively. In addition, the upcoming handset might feature a 5,000mAh battery with fast charging support, while a 6.6-inch 120Hz FHD display with a water-drop notch is also present.
Samsung Galaxy A24 is expected to have a triple camera setup at the rear, including a 50 MP primary sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide sensor, and a 2 MP depth sensor. On the front, the phone might pack an 8 MP front-facing sensor. You can also store all your photos, videos, and documents on the phone with memory cards up to 1 TB.
Expected Price
The Samsung Galaxy A24 is likely to launch in India at a price of Rs 14,999.
Expected Launch Date
The Samsung Galaxy A24 is rumoured to launch on 10th May 2023 alongside Samsung Galaxy F54.
Moto Razr 40 Ultra
Moto Razr 40 Ultra is an upcoming flip phone with a stunning combination of vintage and modern design. A massive 512GB of internal storage and 12GB of RAM will make it an impressive flip phone. It might be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset, providing incredible speed and processing power. On the outer shell, when folded, the Moto Razr is also said to have the biggest cover display in the industry.
Its rear camera setup is expected to include a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 12MP depth sensor. On the display front, the device features a 6.73-inch 120Hz POLED display. Its battery capacity is expected to be 3640 mAh, offering decent battery life and fast charging capabilities at 33W. As a flip phone, the Moto Razr 40 Ultra looks like it will be a premium device.
Expected Price
The Moto Razr 40 Ultra is said to be priced at Rs 139,990 in India.
Expected Launch Date
The expected launch date of the Moto Razr 40 Ultra is rumoured to be the last week of May 2023.
OPPO F23 Pro 5G
OPPO F23 Pro 5G is expected to include unique features. This phone will have 8GB of RAM paired with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 processor. OPPO F23 Pro 5G is rumoured to have a 64MP primary camera, as well as a 2MP macro and 2MP depth sensor at the rear, while the front camera might feature a 32MP sensor.
In addition to a 5,000mAh battery, the phone is expected to have super VOOC charging technology, so it should be able to charge quickly and efficiently. It is also likely to come with a 6.72-inch AMOLED display with a punch-hole cutout, which will ensure a seamless visual experience.
Expected Price
Oppo F23Pro 5G is expected to be launched at Rs 24,999 in India.
Expected Launch Date
The Oppo F23Pro 5G is said to be launched on May 15th, 2023, in India.
Pixel Fold
In the upcoming Google I/O during May, Google will release a foldable smartphone called the Pixel Fold, which is expected to make waves in the market. While not much is known about the device yet, there are some rumours about its possible specifications. Pixel Fold is rumoured to have a foldable display that lets users transform it from a smartphone to a tablet-like device when unzipped. The device should feature a 7.6-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2208 x 1768 pixels.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 processor is expected to power the Pixel Fold, which will have 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage. In addition, it is rumoured to have a 12MP primary sensor and a 16MP ultra-wide sensor at the rear, while an 8MP sensor will be on the front. Besides the 4080 mAh battery and fast charging support, the Pixel Fold is also expected to have 5G connectivity and Android 13 out-of-the-box.
Expected Price
The Pixel Fold is speculated to be launched at the price tag of Rs 1,45,690 in India.
Expected Launch Date
The Pixel Fold is rumoured to be launched during Google I/O on 10th May 2023.
iQOO Neo 8 Pro
The latest in the iQOO’s neo series, the iQOO Neo 8 Pro, has been rumoured for a while and is likely to launch in the last week of May. The device is said to feature a MediaTek Dimencity 9200 processor paired with 12GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage, which makes it a really powerful device in the segment.
The smartphone is also said to have a triple rear camera which features a 50MP Wide Angle Primary Camera, 32MP 2X Telephoto Camera, and 50MP Ultra-Wide Angle Camera with a 32MP Selfie camera in front. In the front, the iQOO Neo 8Pro also has a 120Hz Super AMOLED display with a built-in fingerprint scanner. Under the hood device houses a 5000mAh battery with 67W fast charging.
Expected Price
The iQOO Neo 8 Pro is said to be launched at Rs 39,990 in India.
Expected Launch Date
The expected launch date for iQOO Neo 8 Pro is June 14 2023, in India, after its initial launch in May in midland China.
