Top 5 Smartphones Under Rs 30,000: Realme GT 6T, Vivo V30e, More Mid-Range Flagship Phones
iQOO Neo 10R, Samsung Galaxy A35, and more pocket-friendly phones to choose from.
Best Smartphones Under 30000: Looking for a smartphone upgrade without burning a hole in your wallet? The sub-Rs 30,000 segment is buzzing with flagship-grade features, powerful processors, and eye-catching designs. Whether you're a gamer, a content creator, or someone who just wants a buttery-smooth daily driver, these five handsets bring serious value to the table. Here's a look at the top contenders currently ruling the mid-range scene.
Realme GT 6T 5G: For Power Users Who Hate Waiting
Price: 24,998
Realme is turning heads with its GT 6T, not just for performance, but for innovation. It debuts India’s first Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chipset, a powerhouse that promises 15% better CPU and 45% improved GPU performance over its predecessor. The AnTuTu score? A staggering 1.5 million+.
The 5500mAh battery, coupled with a 120W Gallium Nitride charger, ensures you’re back to 50% in just 10 minutes. What’s more, Realme has incorporated the country’s largest cooling system to maintain peak performance without overheating, especially during intensive gaming.
The display? It's being touted as the world’s brightest flagship screen, and it's not just about brightness. With AI-based fatigue detection and multiple eye-protection certifications, the panel actively adjusts to safeguard your vision.
iQOO Neo 10R 5G: Gamers, This One’s Built for You
Price: 26,998
The iQOO Neo 10R is built to thrill. With the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 at the helm and an AnTuTu score of 1.7 million+, it's easily one of the fastest in the segment. But it's the gaming chops that truly impress — stable 90fps gameplay for five hours straight, thanks to its massive vapor chamber and advanced thermal engineering.
"It’s India’s slimmest 6400mAh battery smartphone," says the brand, and with an 80W fast charger bundled in, battery anxiety is a thing of the past. Add a 1.5K AMOLED display, a 50MP Sony OIS camera, and a full suite of AI tools like AI Note Assist and AI Translation, and you’re looking at a multitasking beast that doesn’t compromise on style or stamina.
Samsung Galaxy A35 5G: Premium Build Meets Everyday Performance
Price: Rs 27,799
For those who want the reassurance of a trusted brand, the Galaxy A35 5G offers a compelling mix of durability and display brilliance. The 6.6-inch Super AMOLED panel with Vision Booster tech ensures vibrant visuals even in harsh lighting.
Samsung packs in Nightography features and a triple camera setup led by a 50MP shooter, making it ideal for night-time shots and high-res video capture. Protected by Gorilla Glass Victus+, IP67 certified, and backed by up to 5 years of security updates — this one’s built to last.
Oppo F27 Pro+ 5G: Design That Doesn’t Just Look Tough — It Is
Price: Rs 27,999
Oppo’s F27 Pro+ isn’t just about looks, though its leather-textured back and Cosmos Ring camera layout certainly stand out. What makes it unique is its military-grade durability — IP69 rating, Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and a 3D curved AMOLED screen with a 93% screen-to-body ratio.
Inside, the MediaTek Dimensity 7050 chip ensures smooth multitasking, and the 67W SUPERVOOC charger juices up the 5000mAh battery in just 44 minutes. Add AI imaging features like AI Eraser and Portrait Retouching, and this phone’s camera system punches above its weight.
Vivo V30e 5G: The Quiet Contender
Price: Rs 27,990
Vivo rounds off this list with the elegant V30e 5G. Running on Android 14 and powered by Snapdragon, it offers 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, perfect for those who want reliable daily performance with a touch of flair.
So, if you're shopping smart in the Rs 30K bracket, these five smartphones prove you don’t need to spend a fortune for flagship features. Whether you're chasing speed, gaming smoothness, camera prowess, or durability — there's something here for everyone.
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