Mihul Robin DasJul 22 2022 16:11:23 IST
All phones from our previous list of phones under Rs 15,000 were eligible for inclusion in this list as well. Most of them are still going strong, but a few new contenders have arrived and manage to displace some of the old guard. Other than phones with 50MP cameras, we also have a few 5G-ready phones in this budget right now.
As we generally do, we chose phones with 6GB of RAM, and you also have a few options with AMOLED screens, high refresh rate screens, or even both. It’s time to look at who made the cut this month.
Best phones to buy under 15,000 rupees in India
OPPO K10
The Oppo K10 comfortably holds its place on our compliment list for its sector-wide feature set starting with an IP5X rated dustproof design. It features a 6.59-inch Full HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate. Oppo has opted for the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset, which is a very good option in this budget. It is accompanied by 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage that can be expanded with a microSD card. This phone runs Android 11 with ColorOS 11.
The imaging department is managed by a 50MP primary camera that does most of the heavy lifting. This gives the company a 2-megapixel depth sensor and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The 16MP front camera is very good at handling selfies and video calls. The Oppo K10 has a 5,000mAh battery that keeps it running for more than a day and a half of moderate use. The company also bundles a 33W SuperVOOC charger to quickly charge it.
Oppo K10 price in India: 14,990 rupees for 6GB/128GB storage
Oppo A74 5G
There is another Oppo phone on this list. I don’t remember seeing two phones from the company on the same list under 15k before that. This option is specifically for those who want a 5G-ready phone. The Oppo A74 5G is one of the most affordable 5G phones. There’s nothing flashy in its spec sheet, but just like the K10, it has most of the basics covered. This also runs Android 11 with ColorOS 11.
You get a 6.5-inch Full HD + LCD screen with a 90Hz refresh rate. This also comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, however, you can get the Snapdragon 480 SoC instead of the 680 here. The rear camera department has four cameras with a combination of a 48MP primary shooter, along with an 8MP ultra-wide camera (missing in the K10), a 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. The Oppo A74 5G has a 5000mAh battery that lasts but supports 18W fast charging.
Oppo A74 5G price in India: 14,990 rupees for 6GB/128GB storage
Infinix Note 12 5G phone
Infinix as a brand has been impressive this year and has been consistently on the list of budget phones. The Infinix Note 12 5G is one of the company’s latest releases that catches our eye. It features a large 6.7-inch Full HD + AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate. Even better, this phone is powered by a Mediatek Dimensity 810 SoC, which is a great choice in this segment and easily the most powerful on this list. You get 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage which can be further expanded with a microSD card.
In the photography department, you get a 50MP primary camera and a 2MP depth sensor with an AI lens. The 16MP front camera is skilled at handling selfies and video calls. The Infinix Note 12 5G has a 5,000mAh battery which should keep it running for nearly a day and a half of moderate use. Supports 33W fast charging. This Infinix phone runs the latest Android 12 with XOS 10.6 UI. Did I mention that the thickness of this device is less than 8mm?
Infinix Note 12 5G price in India: 14,999 rupees for 6GB / 64GB storage
Motorola G31
The Motorola G31 holds its spot on our list thanks to its great features and user interface, and it’s now available under 14K. It has a 6.4-inch Full HD + AMOLED display, but with a standard refresh rate of 60 Hz. This phone has a 50MP primary camera on the back, along with an 8MP ultrawide shooter and a 2MP macro camera. The 13MP selfie camera is housed in a small hole at the top of the screen. The phone has a water resistant design which is perfect for this season. Although it does not have an IP rating.
The Moto G31 is powered by a Mediatek Helio G85 chip that is suitable enough for daily operations. It is accompanied by 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage (expandable). Battery backup is very good with a 5,000mAh battery, which keeps the phone running for more than a day and a half of moderate use. And last but not least, like most Motorola phones, the G31 has a clean Android user interface that’s close to stock. It runs Android 11 and one can expect an Android 12 update later this year.
Motorola G31 price in India: 13,999 rupees for 6GB/128GB storage
Redmi Note 11
Redmi Note 11 is another good versatile device in this segment with a great display. It has a 6.43 inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate that boasts a maximum brightness of 1000 nits. The screen is protected from scratches by a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 3. Just like the K10, this phone is also powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 SoC with 6GB of RAM, but the internal storage is 64GB, and it can be expanded further. with memory card.
The Redmi Note 11 has four cameras on the back starting with a 50MP primary camera, along with an 8MP shooter, a 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. You get more than a good 13MP front camera for selfies and video calls. This phone also has a 5,000mAh battery that keeps the phone running for nearly a day and a half of moderate use. The 33W fast charger promises to fully charge it in an hour. The phone runs Android 11 with MIUI 13.
Redmi Note 11 price in India: 13,999 rupees for 6GB / 64GB storage
