IN PICS | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Nothing Phone 2, More Challengers To Vivo V30 Pro

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (Price: Rs 43,999 onwards) — Despite the release of the Samsung Galaxy S24, the value of its predecessor, the Galaxy S23 FE, remains significant, especially with its recent price reduction to below Rs 45,000. While lacking the camera capabilities of the Vivo V30 Pro, the Galaxy S23 FE offers impressive features such as a 6.4-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2x display, a powerful Exynos 2200 processor, and support for wireless charging, making it a compelling choice in the sub-Rs 45,000 segment.

iQoo Neo 9 Pro (Price: Rs 37,999 onwards) — iQoo Neo 9 Pro, priced under Rs 40,000, stands out in the market with its striking design and impressive specifications, featuring a flagship-level 50-megapixel Sony IMX920 main sensor and a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 144 Hz. Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and equipped with a 5,160 mAh battery supporting 120W fast charging, it offers remarkable performance and endurance, complemented by Android 14 topped with FunTouch OS 14 and dual speakers.

Nothing Phone 2 (Price: Rs 36,999 onwards) — The flagship Nothing Phone 2, launched last year, features a refined transparent LED back design and powerful hardware including a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, 6.7-inch AMOLED display, and a 50-megapixel dual camera setup. With impressive battery life, fast charging options, clean Android interface, and innovative Glyph UI, it poses strong competition to devices like the Vivo V30 Pro, especially in terms of design and performance.

OnePlus 12R (Price: Rs 39,999 onwards) — The OnePlus 12R competes fiercely against phones priced around Rs 40,000, like the Vivo V30 Pro, boasting a stunning 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 4,500 nits, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. While its main 50-megapixel camera impresses, the ultrawide and macro cameras fall short, and selfies from the 16-megapixel front camera are steady but not exceptional. With a 5,500mAh battery and 100W charger, smooth performance from Android 14 with OxygenOS, and excellent sound from dual stereo speakers, the OnePlus 12R offers a balanced budget flagship experience, though it lacks the photography prowess of the Vivo V30 Pro.

Google Pixel 7 (Price: Rs 43,999) — The Google Pixel 7 offers impressive camera capabilities, including a 50-megapixel main sensor with OIS and Google's computational photography enhancements, all for under Rs 45,000. Powered by the Tensor G2 processor, it delivers a seamless Android experience with timely updates, while its compact design, FHD+ AMOLED display, and 4,355mAh battery further enhance its appeal, complemented by 20W wired and wireless charging and excellent stereo speakers.