Top 10 Sub-20K Smartphones Worth Considering in 2024 | Vivo T3, Redmi Note 13, Realme Narzo 70 Pro, More

In the past month, competition in India's sub-20K smartphone space has ramped up. Brands like Lava, Realme, Poco, Vivo, and iQOO have all introduced smartphones to stake their claim of the sub-20K market.

So now that the competition in the sub-20K segment has ramped-up, we thought we'd run through the list of the top 10 smartphones under Rs 20,000 in India, so you can figure out which one is best suited to your needs. So without any further delays, here's a look at the best smartphones under Rs 20,000 in India in 2024.

Realme Narzo 70 Pro 5G | Starting Price Rs 19,999 | 8GB/128GB

The Realme Narzo 70 Pro features one of the most impressive specs sheets under Rs 20,000 in India. The Narzo 70 Pro 5G features a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC, a 120Hz AMOLED display, and a 5,000 mAh battery with 67W fast charging support.

Highlights: 50 MP Sony IMX890 Primary Camara Sensor

It also comes with a new Air Gesture feature and dual-stereo speakers. However, the star of the show here is the 50 MP Sony IMX890 primary sensor, which is found on premium mid-range smartphones. But despite the upgraded hardware, the camera system cannot record 4K video and is limited to 1080p at 30fps.

Vivo T3 5G | Starting Price Rs 19,999 | 8GB/128GB

The Vivo T3 5G is another excellent addition to our list, offering a major bump in specifications over its predecessor. The Vivo T3 5G has one of the fastest chipsets in the segment in the form of the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 SoC. The phone also features a 50 MP Sony IMX882 sensor with OIS, which might just be the best in the segment.

Highlights: 50 MP Sony IMX882 Primary Camara Sensor | Powerful MediaTek Dimensity 7200 SoC | Bright Display

Moreover, the Vivo T3 5G also features a 120Hz AMOLED display, a 5,000 mAh battery, 44W fast charging support, and the latest Android 14 software. The Vivo T3 5G is easily one of the best smartphones under Rs 20,000, although Funtouch OS does feel a little bloat heavy.

Lava Blaze Curve 5G | Starting Price Rs 17,999 | 8GB/128GB

The Lava Blaze Curve 5G is arguably the sleekest-looking smartphone on our list. And despite the sleek design, the Blaze is all-tanked out in the hardware department, with a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC, a 120Hz AMOLED display, and a 5,000 mAh battery with 33W fast charging support.

Highlights: 32 MP Front Camera, Near-stock Android Software

The Lava Blaze Curve 5G also boasts a 64 MP triple-camera setup, which is just-about average and falls short of the competition. Like the Narzo 70 Pro, the Blaze Curve also features an 8 MP ultrawide shooter but does gain 4K video recording. One of the best parts of the Blaze Curve 5G is its near-stock Android, which offers a bloat-free software experience.

Poco X6 Neo 5G | Starting Price Rs 15,999 | 8GB/128GB

The Poco X6 Neo is another solid option in the sub-20K smartphone space. The Poco X6 Neo arrives with some serious hardware, offering a 120Hz AMOLED display, 108 MP primary camera sensor, and a 5,000 mAh battery. However, it does fall short of the competition with slower 33W fast charging and a less powerful MediaTek Dimensity 6080 SoC.

Highlights: 108 MP Primary Camara Sensor

Realme 12+ 5G | Starting Price Rs 19,999 | 8GB/128GB

On paper, the Realme 12+ 5G shares a lot of similarities with the Narzo 70 Pro 5G. However, it does come with faster 67W charging, although the battery capacity, chipset, and display specifications are the same. It even opts for the same triple-camera setup, although the Realme 12 Plus 5G uses a 50 MP Sony LYT-600 primary camera sensor with OIS.

Highlights: 50 MP Sony LYT-600 Primary Camera Sensor, Vegan Leather Finish

Redmi Note 13 5G | Starting Price Rs 17,999 | 6GB/128GB

The Redmi Note 13 5G is another sub-20K smartphone with a solid specs sheet. The Redmi Note 13 5G arrives with a MediaTek Dimensity 6080 SoC, a 120Hz AMOLED display, and a 5,000 mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. The Redmi Note 13 5G also features a versatile camera setup with a 108 MP primary sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor.

Highlights: 108 MP Main + 8 MP Ultrawide Cameras, Bright Display

iQOO Z9 5G | Starting Price Rs 19,999 | 8GB/128GB

The iQOO Z9 5G features the exact same specifications as the Vivo T3 5G. The only difference between the two phones are their back panels, which feature unique finishes. The iQOO Z9 5G features a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 SoC, a 50 MP dual-camera setup, a 120Hz AMOLED display, a 5,000 mAh battery, and 44W fast charging support.

Highlights: 50 MP Sony IMX882 Primary Camara Sensor | Powerful MediaTek Dimensity 7200 SoC | Bright Display

Moto G84 5G | Starting Price Rs 17,999 | 8GB/256GB

The Moto G84 5G offers a perfect mixture of good hardware and software, while featuring a premium vegan leather finish in a Pantone-validated color option. The phone boasts a 120Hz pOLED display, a 5,000 mAh battery with 33W fast charging support, and dual-stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support.

Highlights: 50 MP Primary + 8 MP Ultrawide Camaras | Clean Software Experience

For optics, the Moto G84 5G features a 50 MP primary sensor with OIS and an 8 MP ultrawide lens. The My UX skin offers a bloat-free experience, akin to stock Android. The two downsides here are the older Snapdragon 695 SoC and the lack of 4K video capture support.

Tecno Camon 20 Pro 5G | Starting Price Rs 17,999 | 8GB/128GB

The Tecno Camon 20 Pro is the most powerful smartphone on our list. This is thanks to its MediaTek Dimensity 8050 SoC. Apart from the chip, the phone also features a premium textured leather finish and an FHD+ AMOLED display. It is also equipped with a versatile 64 MP RGBW primary camera with OIS support. Up front, there's a high-res 32 MP selfie camera.

Highlights: Fast Chip in the Segment | 32 MP AI Selfie Camera | Premium Design

Samsung Galaxy M34 5G | Starting Price Rs 15,999 | 6GB/128GB

The Galaxy M34 5G is the best Samsung smartphone in the segment. Its standout features include a 50 MP triple-camera setup with OIS, a 120Hz Super AMOLED display, a massive 6,000 mAh battery with fast charging support, and some of the best software support in the segment. It also features a 13 MP selfie camera. However, the performance of the Exynos 1280 SoC is still questionable. Samsung

Highlights: Best Battery Life | Four Android OS and Five Years of Regular Security Updates