The sub-Rs 20,000 market aspires to provide far more value than the average low-cost smartphone. These smartphones are also suitable for some light gaming because there is a lot more power available to experiment with and the refresh rates of the displays are typically between 90Hz and 120Hz. Some companies even offer AMOLED panels, which provide deep blacks and increase their ability to broadcast video. Although the camera performance in low light still leaves a lot to be desired, it is undoubtedly better than your normal budget smartphone.
The Realme 9 5G Speed Edition and the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G have been added to our list of smartphones under Rs. 20,000. The Redmi Note 11T, Moto G71 5G, and Vivo T1 5G 5G continue to be some of our top recommendations. There are still a few older models that continue to deserve your attention. This includes the iQoo Z3 which focuses on all-round performance and 5G, but still offers great value.
Here are Gadgets 360's picks of the top phones under Rs. 20,000 in India, in no particular order. We have reviewed all the phones on this list and have tested them in depth, including their raw performance, camera capabilities, software, ease of use, physical design, battery life, and charging speed.
Nord CE 2 Lite 5G from OnePlus
A lot of OnePlus fans have been waiting for one, and in 2022, it will finally be available. Although it offers somewhat superior specs in some areas, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G is generally a more cheaper variant of the Nord CE 2 5G. The phone runs the most recent Android version with minimal to no bloatware and features a sharp 120Hz display. It offers good all-around performance for the price together with respectable battery life and a respectably rapid charging time. The Nord CE 2 Lite 5G is a good option if you're set on getting a OnePlus smartphone and long-term software upgrades are high on your list of "must-haves."
Best Phones under Rs. 20,000
| Phones under Rs. 20,000 | Gadgets 360 rating (out of 10) | Price in India (as recommended) |
|---|---|---|
| OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G | 8 | Rs. 19,999 |
| Realme 9 5G Speed Edition | 8 | Rs. 19,999 |
| Vivo T1 5G | 8 | Rs. 15,990 |
| Moto G71 5G | 8 | Rs. 15,999 |
| Redmi Note 11T 5G | 8 | Rs. 15,499 |
| Realme 8s 5G | 8 | Rs. 17,999 |
| iQoo Z3 | 8 | Rs. 19,990 |
