New Delhi: Even though we are yet to 5G technology in India, smartphone OEMs have been offering 5G handsets under different price segments for quite some time. In fact, several handset makers have made 5G technology a USP for marketing their smartphones and such models fair well in the market too. Talking about 5G handsets, the Rs 15,000 price segment is one category where handset makers such as Xiaomi, Poco, iQOO and Realme offer feature-packed models with faster connectivity and download speeds to attract prospective buyers.
If you've got 5G smartphones on your radar and you are looking to buy future-ready budget 5G smartphones with smooth connectivity and faster download speeds, we have got you covered. We have compiled a list of some of the best 5G Android smartphones that cost around Rs 15,000 and offer good connectivity, decent camera and great overall performance.
Poco M4 Pro
The Poco M4 Pro is a budget 5G handset that features a 6.6-inch Full HD+ display and is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 810 SoC with an octa-core CPU. There is a 50MP primary camera on the rear alongside an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The budget handset packs in a big 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging out-of-the-box.
Samsung Galaxy M33
The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G is a successor to the Galaxy M32 5G and it is powered by a proprietary Exynos 1280 SoC that is found in Samsung's pricier Galaxy A series devices. This 5G device is available in three storage options: 6GB/128GB and 8GB/128GB storage models. The Galaxy M33 5G is available with cashback offers.
iQOO Z6
The iQOO Z6 is another capable 5G smartphone with a good display and processing power. The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor with 128GB of onboard storage. There is a 6.58-inch FHD+ display with a refresh rate of 120Hz. The device has a triple rear camera led by a 50MP primary sensor, a 2MP macro cam and a 2MP Bokeh sensor.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 10T
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10T is a great budget smartphone with 5G in a compact form factor. Some of the impressive features and specs of the device include a massive 5000mAh battery with fast charging, USB Type-C charging port and a 6.5-inch display.
Realme Narzo 30A
The Realme Narzo 30A is a good budget 5G model that is offered in different colour variants. The device features 6.5 inches display with a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels. It has a 6000mAh battery and is powered by a MediaTek Dimencity chipset.