Best Mobile Phones Under 25000

The OnePlus Nord CE 5 is easily the strongest Core Edition phone yet, packing a massive battery, a super bright AMOLED display, a powerful Dimensity processor, good cameras, and long-term software support. All of this at a starting price of Rs 24,999 makes it a solid recommendation for the price.

The Realme Narzo 5G is a battery-first smartphone, packing a behemoth 10,001mAh unit which should go on for at least 3 days. It offers a 144Hz display, great levels of water and dust protection, decent everyday performance and an okay-ish main camera. The software experience and build quality aren't that great. But if you are looking for a top-notch battery performance, then the Realme Narzo Power is an easy recommendation.

The Realme P4 Pro offers excellent value with a slim design that is comfortable to hold and a sharp display with high refresh rate and high brightness in direct sunlight. It also brings well-rounded performance, a decent camera, and long lasting battery life. However, there is bloatware in the software which hampers the experience and the speakers sound flat. Overall, it is worth recommending at this price point.

The iQOO Z10 brings good upgrades over its predecessor with an exceptional battery, responsive display and a capable main camera. However, it misses the mark with a lacklustre, average quality of materials used and lack of usable secondary cameras. Overall, it’s a good buy if you want a phone for basic media consumption that also runs for long.

If you’re looking for a phone solely for media consumption, iQOO Z10R is the ideal choice. The phone gets a premium display with stereo speakers that get plenty loud. It also has a dependable chipset to power you through most day-to-day tasks. Beyond that, the compromises kick in, as the phone lacks a versatile camera and has subpar battery and OS support. If that matters to you, look at other options.

The Galaxy A26 is a mid-range device whose biggest selling points are its display and long software support. However, the phone struggles to get the basics right it as drastically falls short compared in terms of hardware and battery. Not to mention, the 25W charging isn’t close to the standard in this segment. All-in-all, it’s a tough recommendation even for those who value software above performance.

Samsung Galaxy M56 is a phone of contradictions. It pairs a great AMOLED display with a weak mono speaker, undermining the media experience. Likewise, its excellent One UI software experience is let down by a sluggish Exynos chipset. This imbalance makes the Galaxy M56 a miss, and most buyers will be able to find better-rounded alternatives.

The Nothing Phone (3a) stands out with its standout, transparent design and reliable performance. Its display is crisp, and the main camera is solid, but its telephoto sensor falters in dim lit conditions. It has an enduring battery, and while the UI is clean, the recent bloatware additions mar the experience slightly. The Phone (3a) faces stiff competition from better-equipped rivals, making it a smart purchase only if you get a significant discount.