Best Mobile Phones Under 25000

The Poco X7 Pro is an all rounded offering which knocks it out of the part with its performance, battery and display quality. However, the phone misses the mark with the software and delivers a not-so-great camera experience. If you’re okay with that, this is a value-for-money in the segment

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 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 Redmi Note 14 Pro+ is built to last with an excellent build quality. It features a massive battery that can last throughout the day, and also comes with a telephoto camera, a rare in this segment. While the performance is decent, the phone is bloated with ads. It tries to do all at once, but doesn’t really stand out in any particular aspect.

The Realme P3 Ultra is the kind of mid-range phone that ticks all the boxes and nails the essentials with surprising finesse. The cameras are reliable, software is mature and performance is amazing for the price. The stunning quad-curved AMOLED is an absolute delight, and all of this is wrapped up in a body that feels more expensive than it actually is. Sure, there's some bloatware and minor quirks, but they fade fast once you start using the phone daily. After a week with it, I can confidently say that the Realme P3 Ultra is just the perfect blend for most people.

The Realme 14 Pro Plus is ideal for those who prioritise a standout design, top-tier display and a reliable battery. It offers a complete multimedia package at this price and can also capture stunning pictures with the main and telephoto cameras. However, if you’re primarily looking to game and enjoy a long and clean software support, this phone is not for you.

The Vivo T4 5G packs a big 7300 mAh battery bundled in a premium-looking design and an equally elegant but vibrant quad curved display. But it also compromises on audio quality with a single speaker, issues with the fingerprint scanner and a single main camera at the back. It's a solid option at Rs 20,999 for those who want long battery life, but its cons can't be ignored.

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.

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.