Best 5G Mobile Phones Under 20,000 (May 2024)

The POCO X6 is a great smartphone that offers a good mix of a capable display, lag-free performance, and fast charging battery. The phone also brings segment-leading features such as the new Snapdragon chipset, OIS support, and more. Overall, if you ...

If you're in the market for a smartphone under Rs. 20,000, the Realme P1 5G presents itself. as a compelling option. This device prioritises design, display, performance, and battery life. Sporting a 6.67-inch display, it remains bright even under di...

Priced at Rs 17,999, the Redmi Note 13 is a solid budget choice with a modern design, vibrant AMOLED display and long-lasting battery with fast charging. While not camera-centric, it offers reliable performance, making it an ideal pick for casual use...

Realme NARZO 70 Pro 5G, priced at Rs 17,999, offers great value with its superb display, long battery life, and dependable camera. While the design may not inspire everyone, it's a solid choice in the mid-range market, especially for those who value ...

The Realme 12+ stands out in a competitive segment with its striking design, good display, and reliable battery with fast charging. Alternatives include the Nothing Phone (2a) for a bloatware-free experience, the iQOO Z9 for gaming, and the Realme 12...

The iQOO Z9 nails performance, display, and battery - the essentials for a sub- 20,000 phone. While it skips an ultrawide camera, the main sensor delivers. Software offers a bloatware removal option, but some user interface tweaks would be nice. Ov...

The Nord CE 3 Lite's improved on the charging front. It's got the smoothest UI in the segment, a high-resolution snapper that can click some mean photos in the dark, and its new eye-catching green colour is a breath of fresh air. But its dated proces...

The Galaxy A15 5G would make sense for those who are brand loyalists and prefer and cleaner UI. It comes with a 5,000mAh battery, which offers a solid full-day usage or even more, and can be charged via 25W fast charging, which is good. In terms of c...

The Tecno Pova 6 Pro 5G offers a stunning 6.78-inch AMOLED display, lasts two days on a single charge thanks to the massive 6000mAh battery, and a unique design with LED lights, all without crossing the Rs 20,000 mark. However, occasional performance...

The Moto G84 5G offers a slim leather design, unique Pantone color options, 12GB RAM, and 256GB storage. It has a good camera but may lag behind in performance....

The Lava Blaze Curve 5G impresses with its premium design, curved AMOLED display, smooth performance thanks to the Dimensity 7050 chipset, and reliable battery life, making it a standout choice for budget-conscious consumers seeking style and functio...

The Vivo Y200 5G caters to those who prioritise staying stylishly up-to-date while constantly on the move. The Eco-Fiber leather makes the phone look modern and chic. It comes with a 5000mAh battery that can extend usage up to a full day. This device...

The Realme 12 5G flaunts a chic back panel design, handles daylight photography reasonably well, and boasts a robust chipset for its price bracket. Its 6.72-inch LCD display boasts a 120Hz refresh rate and holds its own, although it tends to falter u...

The Vivo T2 is a solid phone with an impressive AMOLED display, fast charging capability and a sleek, lightweight design. However, it falls short with no stereo speakers, some pre-installed bloatware and the absence of an ultra-wide angle lens....

Oppo A79 5G's highlight reel includes a unique rear panel texture, flat edge design and a 5,000mAh battery. When you have a deeper look, things get a little interesting. The OPPO A79 5G is powered by MediaTek 6020 SoC, which is also the chipset that ...

Poco opts for a more lightweight approach with its Poco X5 Pro 5G, but the design is still dated. Overall, the device performs well in our daily usage, but we noticed some hiccups while gaming. The new 108-megapixel camera is a first for Poco in Indi...

The Realme 11 faces tough competition but stands out with its innovative design, especially in the black colourway for those seeking a stealthy look. The LCD display is decent for video playback, but the absence of stereo speakers may disappoint some...

The Lava Agni 2 is a value-for-money phone with a modern design and a well-executed curved display. While the primary camera is competent, the HDR and ultra-wide angle cameras could be improved, and the 2-megapixel duo is disappointing. However, the ...

Priced at under Rs 20,000, the Tecno Camon 20 Pro 5G is a value-for-money smartphone which an AMOLED display. The device has a 120Hz refresh rate and an FHD+ resolution. The smartphone is powered by Dimensity 8020 processor which handles all the mult...

The Realme 10 Pro builds on its predecessor by bringing in a new design, display size, Android version, RAM options, stereo speakers and an overhyped camera sensor. Bloatware and 33W charging hold it back....

The design looks sleek and the smartphone is very light, weighing just 172g. The 6.4-inch AMOLED screen offers brighter images with good colour saturation. The device lacks a high refresh rate screen, which is seen quite often in most of the smartpho...

The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G is a budget-friendly option for OnePlus fans with good battery life, decent performance and fast charging. The tall display and lime color of the phone are also great features. However, for a better multimedia experience...

The Moto G54 provides exceptional value in its price range. While aspects like camera and design could be improved, it offers clean software, reliable performance, and excellent battery life. Despite some camera inconsistencies, it justifies its pric...

The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is reasonably priced Samsung device on the market offers some interesting features. For the price, it has a new Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset paired with 6GB of RAM. The phone also features a large display, expandable memo...

Realme GT 5G has a lot going for it. It's a power-packed device under Rs 40K with Snapdragon 888 chipset which is impressive. This variant gets 8GB RAM with 128GB storage, which sadly is not expandable. The Super AMOLED display gets 120Hz refresh rat...

The Samsung Galaxy M34 is a reliable option for individuals seeking a smartphone that caters to their daily needs. With its long-lasting battery life and smooth 120Hz refresh rate, the Galaxy M34 offers a competitive and good user experience....

The Vivo V25 5G is a decent smartphone under Rs. 30,000 budget. The device offers great camera performance, good battery life, and a vivid 90Hz Full HD+ AMOLED display. However, Vivo could have offered a better chipset and dual speaker considering th...

The OnePlus Nord 2 CE 5G comes with a 6.43-inch AMOLED display. The device is equipped with Dimensity 900 SoC and 6GB of RAM, which offers flawless performance. The device sport a 64MP triple-camera setup, which takes some good images. The handset su...

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus 5G offers decent value for the money you pay. It has a 120Hz AMOLED display, with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. It comes powered by Snapdragon 695 SoC which brings 5G support. The cameras at the back deliver qualit...

Vivo Y100A is a mid-range smartphone that offers an AMOLED display and fast charging. It also has a high peak brightness of 1300 nits. However, its performance is mediocre, thanks to Snapdragon 695 Soc, and there is bloatware pre-installed with the F...

Realme 9 Pro has few good things and some bad for its price tag. This variant comes with 6GB RAM which might not be enough for some users. It gets the new 5G Snapdragon 695 chipset for performance, and offers 128GB storage which is expandable. The ph...