Highlights
- Unveiling the top 10 smartphones for Diwali, including the latest iPhone 15 series and Samsung Galaxy S23 models.
- Exclusive Diwali discounts and offers on premium and budget smartphones.
- Insights on features such as advanced camera systems, powerful processors, and fast charging capabilities.
- Tips on selecting the right smartphone based on individual needs, budget, and software preferences.
As Diwali, the festival of lights, approaches, it’s also the season of gifting in India. For those planning to gift a smartphone, here’s a curated list of top contenders worth considering.
Let’s check out 10 of the best smartphones, each offering unique features and discounts, making them ideal for the festive season.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max
Price: Rs 1,34,990 and 1,54,990 (Rs 6,000 instant discount)
The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max come with refined designs, featuring titanium frames for reduced weight.
They are powered by the new A17 Pro processor, enhancing performance significantly.
These models also introduce a USB Type-C port and a customizable Action Button.
The camera performance remains exceptional thanks to the 48MP triple-camera setup, especially with the telephoto camera’s capability in portrait photography.
Battery life sees a slight improvement, maintaining consistent charging speeds.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and Galaxy S23
Price: Galaxy S23 FE at Rs 49,999 (25% off), Galaxy S23 at Rs 61,999
The Galaxy S23 FE features a 6.40-inch touchscreen display with Gorilla Glass protection and a 120 Hz refresh rate.
It runs on an octa-core processor with 8GB RAM and Android 13, supported by a 4500mAh battery with wireless and fast charging. It packs a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP primary camera.
The Galaxy S23 FE is available in Cream, Graphite, Mint, and Purple colours and boasts an IP68 rating.
Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus
Price: Starting at Rs 79,900 (Up to Rs 5,000 discount)
The Apple iPhone 15 sports a 6.10-inch display with a 60 Hz refresh rate and is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic processor, accompanied by 6GB RAM.
It features a dual rear camera setup with a 48MP primary camera and offers wireless charging.
The iPhone 15 comes in various colours and has an IP68 dust and water resistance rating.
OnePlus Nord 3 5G
Price: Rs 33,999 (Rs 3,000 instant bank discount)
Launched in July 2023, the OnePlus Nord 3 5G offers a 6.74-inch display with a 120 Hz refresh rate.
It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 processor and comes with up to 16GB RAM.
The device sports a triple rear camera setup, including a 50MP primary sensor, and supports fast charging with its 5000mAh battery.
Realme 11 Pro+ 5G
Price: Rs 29,999 (Rs 4,000 off)
The Realme 11 Pro+ features a 6.70-inch FHD+ display and is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 processor with up to 12GB RAM.
It runs Android 13 and comes with a 5000mAh battery supporting fast charging. The device includes a triple rear camera setup with a 200MP primary camera on the back.
Xiaomi 13 Pro
Price: Rs 69,999 (Rs 5,000 exchange bonus)
Launched on 11th December 2022, the Xiaomi 13 Pro features a 6.70-inch touchscreen display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass protection.
Powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and 12GB of RAM, it runs on Android 13 and is equipped with a 4820mAh battery.
The phone boasts a triple camera setup, including a 50MP primary camera.
Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G
Price: Rs 17,999 (Rs 3,000 exchange bonus)
The Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G, launched on 5th January 2023, offers a 6.60-inch touchscreen display with a 60 Hz refresh rate.
Running on Android 12 and powered by a 4980mAh battery with 120W HyperCharge fast charging, it features an 200MP camera setup, like the Realme 11 Pro series, and runs MIUI 13.
OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G
Price: Rs 26,999 (Rs 2,000 discount)
The OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G, released on 5th July 2023, has a 6.70-inch touchscreen display with a 120 Hz refresh rate.
It’s powered by a Snapdragon 782G processor and runs Android 13.
The device includes a 5000mAh battery and a triple camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor.
OnePlus 11R 5G Solar Red Special Edition
Price: Rs 37,999 (Rs 2,000 off)
The OnePlus 11R 5G offers a 6.74-inch display and is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC.
It features the same primary camera as the 11 5G and supports quick charging, targeting users looking for a flagship experience under Rs. 40,000.
Tecno Phantom X2
Price: Rs 36,999
Available on Amazon, the Tecno Phantom X2 sports a 6.8-inch FHD+ dual curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
It is powered by a 4nm Dimensity 9000 5G Processor and 8GB LPDDR5 RAM. The phone includes a 5160mAh battery, 45W fast charging, and a 64MP main camera along with a 32MP selfie camera.
Diwali Shopping Guide: How to Choose the Right Smartphone for You
With a plethora of options available in the market, choosing the right smartphone can be daunting.
Whether you’re eyeing a high-end flagship or a budget-friendly model, here are some key factors to consider that will help you make an informed decision.
Assessing Your Needs
The first step in choosing the right smartphone is understanding your specific needs.
Are you an avid photographer, a gaming enthusiast, or someone who needs a phone primarily for communication and social media?
For photography lovers, prioritize devices with advanced camera systems offering multiple lenses and features.
Gamers should focus on a smartphone with a powerful processor, ample RAM, and a display with high refresh rates for seamless gaming.
If long-lasting battery life is crucial for you, look for models known for their battery endurance and quick charging capabilities.
Software and Ecosystem Considerations
Your choice may also be influenced by the software ecosystem. If you’re already using products like a MacBook or an iPad, an iPhone would integrate smoothly with your existing devices.
Android phones, on the other hand, offer more customization and a wide range of choices from various manufacturers.
Budgeting Wisely
It’s essential to consider your budget. The smartphone market is vast, with options available across different price ranges. High-end smartphones offer premium features, but mid-range or budget phones can also provide excellent value, often including features once exclusive to more expensive models.
Making the Most of Diwali Deals
Diwali is the perfect time to purchase a new smartphone due to the abundance of deals and offers.
Keep an eye out for discounts, exchange bonuses, and special festive offers.
This period often sees the launch of special edition models or additional benefits like extended warranties or free accessories, making it an opportune time to buy a new phone.
Galaxy S23 FE |
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| Display | 6.4-inch FHD+Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display
Super Smooth, Adaptive 120Hz refresh rate (60~120Hz) |
| *Measured diagonally, actual viewable area is less due to rounded corners and camera hole. | |
| Dimensions & Weight | 76.5 X 158 X 8.2mm, 209g |
| Camera | 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera· F2.2, FOV 123˚
50MP Wide Camera · F1.8, FOV 84˚ · Adaptive Pixel 8MP Telephoto Camera · 3x Optical Zoom, F2.4, FOV 32˚ 10MP Front Camera · F2.4, FOV 80˚ |
| AP | Advanced 4nm Processing |
| *May differ by market and carrier. | |
| Memory & Storage | 8GB + 128GB8GB + 256GB |
| *Available storage capacity is subject to preloaded software.*Memory option may vary by market. | |
| Battery | 4,500mAh |
| * Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 4,370mah. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors. | |
| Charging* | Wired charging*: Up to 50% charge in around 30 mins with 25W Adapter**Fast Wireless Charging 2.0***
Wireless PowerShare**** |
| *Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC. | |
| **25W Power Adapter sold separately. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. | |
| ***Wireless charging compatible with WPC. | |
| ****Wireless PowerShare is limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with Qi wireless charging, such as Galaxy S23 Ultra, S23+, S23, Z Fold 5, Z Fold 4, Z Flip4, S22 series, Z Fold3 5G, Z Flip 5, Z Flip3 5G, S21 FE 5G, S21 series, Z Fold2, Note20 series, S20 series, Z Flip, Note10, Note10+, S10e, S10, S10+, Fold, S9, S9+, S8, S8+, S8 Active, S7, S7 edge, S7 Active, S6, S6 edge, S6 Active, S6 edge+, Note9, Note8, Note FE and Note5. Only available with certain Samsung Galaxy wearables such as Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Buds2, Buds Pro, Buds Live, Watch5, Watch5 Pro, Watch4, Watch4 Classic, Watch3, Watch Active2, Watch Active, Gear Sport, Gear S3, Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Buds. If battery power is lower than 30% Wireless PowerShare may not function. May not work with certain accessories, covers, other brand devices or some Samsung wearables. During PowerShare, it may affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment. | |
| OS | Android 13 |
| Network and Connectivity | 5G*, LTE**, Wi-Fi 6E***, Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth® v 5.3 |
| *Requires optimal 5G network connection, available in select markets. Check with your carrier for availability and details. Download and streaming speeds may vary based on content provider, server connection and other factors.**Availability of LTE model varies by market and carrier. Actual speed may vary depending on market, carrier, and user environment.
***Wi-Fi 6E network availability may vary by market, network provider and user environment. Requires optimal connection. Will require a Wi-Fi 6E router. |
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| Security | Samsung Knox, Samsung Knox Vault |
| Water Resistance | IP68 |
| * IP68 Rating: Conducted under lab test conditions. Water resistant in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes and protected from dust, dirt, and sand. Rinse residue/dry after wet. Not advised for beach or pool use. Water and dust resistance of your device is not permanent and may diminish over time. | |
OnePlus Nord 3 5G
Key Specs
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 MT6983 |
| Rear Camera | 64 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Display | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | June 21, 2023 (Unofficial) |
| Operating System | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | Oxygen OS |
Performance
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 MT6983 |
| CPU | Octa core (3.05 GHz, Single core, Cortex X2 + 2.85 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A710 + 1.8 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A510) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 4 nm |
| Graphics | Mali-G710 MC10 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
Display
| Display Type | AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
| Resolution | 1240 x 2772 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel Density | 453 ppi |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 64 MP f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera 8 MP f/2.25, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera 2 MP f/2.4, Macro Camera |
|
| Sensor | IMX890, Exmor-RS CMOS Sensor | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| OIS | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 9000 x 7000 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 16 MP f/2.5, Wide Angle, Primary Camera | |
Battery
| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast, 80W |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 128 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | On-screen |
| Fingerprint Sensor Type | Optical |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
REALME 11 PRO PLUS KEY SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 MT6893 |
| Rear Camera | 200 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera | 32 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Display | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | June 14, 2023 (Unofficial) |
| Operating System | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | Realme UI |
Performance
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 MT6893 |
| CPU | Octa core (3 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A78 + 2.6 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A78 + 2 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A55) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 6 nm |
| Graphics | Mali-G77 MC9 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
Display
| Display Type | AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 394 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 90.75 % |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Design
| Height | 161.6 mm Compare Size |
| Width | 73.9 mm |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm |
| Weight | 185 grams |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 200 MP, Primary Camera 8 MP, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera 2 MP, Macro Camera |
|
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 16300 x 12300 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 32 MP, Primary Camera | |
Battery
| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 128 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 5GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | On-screen |
| Fingerprint Sensor Type | Optical |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
XIAOMI 13 PRO KEY SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 50 MP + 50 MP |
| Front Camera | 32 MP |
| Battery | 4820 mAh |
| Display | 6.73 inches (17.09 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | February 26, 2023 (Expected) |
| Operating System | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | MIUI |
Performance
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| CPU | Octa core (3.2 GHz, Single core, Cortex X3 + 2.8 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A715 + 2 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A510) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 4 nm |
| Graphics | Adreno 740 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X |
Display
| Display Type | OLED |
| Screen Size | 6.73 inches (17.09 cm) |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel Density | 521 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 89.98 % |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass, Glass Victus |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Brightness | 1900 nits |
| HDR 10 / HDR+ support | Yes, HDR 10+ |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Design
| Height | 162.9 mm Compare Size |
| Width | 74.6 mm |
| Thickness | 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 229 grams |
| Colours | Ceramic White, Ceramic Black, Ceramic Flora Green, Mountain Blue |
| Waterproof | Yes, Water resistant (up to 30 minutes in a depth of 1.5 meter), IP68 |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 50 MP f/1.9, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(1″ sensor size, 1.6µm pixel size)50 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera(14 mm focal length)50 MP f/2.0, Telephoto Camera(75 mm focal length) | |
| Sensor | Exmor-RS CMOS Sensor | |
| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus | |
| Flash | Yes, Dual-color LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) | |
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| Video Recording | 7680×4320 @ 24 fps 3840×2160 @ 30 fps 1920×1080 @ 30 fps |
|
| Video Recording Features | Dual Video Recording | |
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 32 MP f/2.0, Wide Angle, Primary Camera | |
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps 1280×720 @ 30 fps |
|
Battery
| Capacity | 4820 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Wireless Charging | Yes Charging Time: 36 minutes |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast, 120W: 100 % in 19 minutes |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 128 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 |
| USB OTG | Yes |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
5G Bands:
FDD N1 / N3 / N5 / N8 / N28
TDD N38 / N40 / N41 / N77 / N78 / N79 4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 2100(band 34) / 1900(band 39) / 3500(band 42)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 2600(band 7) / 900(band 8) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 700(band 17) / 850(band 18) / 850(band 19) / 850(band 26) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
5G Bands:
FDD N1 / N3 / N5 / N8 / N28
TDD N38 / N40 / N41 / N77 / N78 / N79 4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 2100(band 34) / 1900(band 39) / 3500(band 42)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 2600(band 7) / 900(band 8) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 700(band 17) / 850(band 18) / 850(band 19) / 850(band 26) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 5GHz, MIMO |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| FM Radio | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
| Audio Features | Dolby Atmos |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | On-screen |
| Fingerprint Sensor Type | Optical |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
XIAOMI REDMI NOTE 12 PRO 5G SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 6 GB |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 MT6877V |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Display | 6.67 inches (16.94 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | January 5, 2023 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v12 |
| Custom UI | MIUI |
Performance
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 MT6877V |
| CPU | Octa core (2.6 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A78 + 2 GHz, Hexa Core, Cortex A55) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 6 nm |
| Graphics | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| RAM | 6 GB
Best in Class
|
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
Display
| Display Type | AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.67 inches (16.94 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel Density | 395 ppi
Best in Class
|
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 86.67 % |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v5 |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Brightness | 900 nits |
| HDR 10 / HDR+ support | Yes, HDR 10+ |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Design
| Height | 163 mm Compare Size |
| Width | 76.03 mm |
| Thickness | 7.98 mm
Very Good
|
| Weight | 187 grams
Average
|
| Colours | Onyx Black, Glacier Blue, Stardust Purple |
| Waterproof | Yes, Splash proof, IP53 |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 50 MP f/1.88, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(24 mm focal length, 1.56″ sensor size, 1µm pixel size)8 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera(4.0″ sensor size, 1.12µm pixel size)2 MP f/2.4, Macro Camera | |
| Sensor | IMX766, Exmor-RS CMOS Sensor | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| OIS | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) | |
| Camera Features | 10 x Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| Video Recording | 3840×2160 @ 30 fps 1920×1080 @ 30 fps |
|
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 16 MP f/2.45, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(3″ sensor size, 1µm pixel size) | |
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps 1280×720 @ 30 fps |
|
Battery
| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| TalkTime | Up to 29 Hours(4G) |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Turbo, 67W: 100 % in 46 minutes |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 128 GB
Best in Class
|
| Expandable Memory | No |
| USB OTG | Yes |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
5G Bands:
FDD N1 / N3 / N5 / N8 / N28
TDD N38 / N40 / N41 / N77 / N78 4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 2100(band 34) / 1900(band 39)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 900(band 8) / 850(band 5) / 850(band 19) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
5G Bands:
FDD N1 / N3 / N5 / N8 / N28
TDD N38 / N40 / N41 / N77 / N78 4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 2100(band 34) / 1900(band 39)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 900(band 8) / 850(band 5) / 850(band 19) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SAR Value | Head: 0.844 W/kg, Body: 0.810 W/kg |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 5GHz, MIMO |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Calling | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | No |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| FM Radio | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
| Audio Features | Dolby Atmos |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Side |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
ONEPLUS NORD CE 3 5G KEY SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Display | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | July 19, 2023 (Unofficial) |
| Operating System | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | Oxygen OS |
Performance
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G |
| CPU | Octa core (2.7 GHz, Single core, Kryo 670 + 2.2 GHz, Tri core, Kryo 670 + 1.9 GHz, Quad core, Kryo 670) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 6 nm |
| Graphics | Adreno 642L |
| RAM | 8 GB |
Display
| Display Type | Fluid AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel Density | 393 ppi |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Screen to Body Ratio (claimed by the brand) | 84.9 % |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 50 MP, Primary Camera 8 MP, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera 2 MP f/2.4, Macro Camera |
|
| Sensor | IMX890, Exmor-RS CMOS Sensor | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| Video Recording | 3840×2160 @ 30 fps 1920×1080 @ 30 fps |
|
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 16 MP f/2.4, Primary Camera | |
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps | |
Battery
| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Super VOOC, 80W |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 128 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 b/g/n/ax) 5GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Side |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
OnePlus 11R 5G Key Specifications
Key Specs
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 12 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Display | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | April 28, 2023 (Unofficial) |
| Operating System | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | Oxygen OS |
Performance
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 |
| CPU | Octa core (3.2 GHz, Single core, Cortex X2 + 2.75 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A710 + 2 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A510) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 4 nm |
| Graphics | Adreno 730 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
Display
| Display Type | Fluid AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
| Resolution | 1240 x 2772 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel Density | 453 ppi |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v5 |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 50 MP f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(23 mm focal length)12 MP f/2.4, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera 2 MP f/2.4, Macro Camera |
|
| Sensor | Exmor-RS CMOS Sensor | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 16 MP f/2.4, Wide Angle, Primary Camera | |
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps | |
Battery
| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast, 100W |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 128 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.1 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | On-screen |
| Fingerprint Sensor Type | Optical |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
TECNO PHANTOM X2 Product Specs |
|
| Display & design | 6.8-inch FHD+ Curved Display| Flexible AMOLED | 120Hz refresh rate |TUV SUD 36-month Display Fluency| Corning Gorilla Glass Victus Protection | 360Hz Touch Sampling Rate | P3 Wide Color Gamut | 8+2Bit display | 93.5% Screen to Body | 1080×2400 Resolution | Unibody double-curved design | 3.5D Moon Crater Inspired Design | CNC metal middle frame | Military Grade Anti-Glare Glass |
| Dimensions | 164.61×72.65×8.9mm |
| Front Camera | 32MP Front camera | ƒ/2.45 Aperture |80.6° view angle| Adjustable Flashlight| 1/2.8” Image Sensor |
| Front Camera features | AI Portrait| Super Night| Color Enhancement| Filters| Custom Makeup| Wide Selfie | HDR| Burst Shot| Personalized Watermarks| AI Scene Detection | Video Ultra Steady| Video Filters | Video Bokeh| Video Beauty| Time-lapse| AR Shot| Film| Slow Motion |
| Rear Camera | 64MP RGBW(G+P) +13MP+2MP Triple Rear camera | Optical Image Stabilization | F1.65 Aperture | 7th Gen IMAGIQ 790 ISP (9 Billion Pixels per second Calculation Power)| 5th Gen AI Processor APU 590|Quad Flashlight |
| Rear camera features | Super Night | Super Night Filters | Tripod Mode| Documents |HDR | Sky Shop |AI scene Detection | Filters | Wide Angle | 10X Zoom| Personalized Watermarks| Panorama| Google Lens| Burst Shot | 4K Video| Video Ultra Steady| Video Filters | Dual Video | Video Bokeh| Video Beauty| 4K time-lapse| 960FPS Slow Motion| AR Shot| Night Video| Custom Makeup |Film |
| Memory | 13GB (8GB Installed RAM + 5GB Memory Fusion) RAM |UFS3.1 256GB ROM | LPDDR5 RAM (1.5x faster) and UFS3.1 ROM (3X faster) than previous gen |
| Battery | 5160mAh | 45W quick adapter | 50% charge in just 20 minutes |
| OS | HiOS 12.0 based on Android 12 |
| Processor | World’s 1st TSMC 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 9000 5G SoC | 3.05GHz Arm Cortex X2 Ultra-core | Arm Mali-G710 MC10 GPU| Hyper Engine 5.0 | 3CC Carrier Aggregation | 11 5G Bands support| 5G Dual SIM Dual Active| 10 Lakhs AnTuTu score | Over 15 billion Transistors |
| Other Features | Vapor Chamber Cooling System | NFC | AI Subtitles | MOL 1.5 | IDA Engine 3.0 | Lighting Multi Window 3.0 | Ella 2.0 | WeLife | My Health | Aurora Engine | Magellan Engine | Record Translator | PC Connection | WeLife | Smart 5G and many more |
| Sensors | P-sensor| Compass sensor| 6-axis Gyro sensor | In-display Fingerprint Sensor | 3-axis Accelerometer Sensor | Ambient Light Sensor |
| Multi Card Slot | Dual SIM slot with Dual 5G |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 2.4G, 5G & Wi-Fi 6 | BT 5.3 | OTG | GPS |
| Color Options | Moonlight Silver | Stardust Grey |
| Pricing (MOP) | Rs.39,999/- |
APPLE IPHONE 15 SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 6 GB |
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic |
| Rear Camera | 12 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP |
| Front Camera | 12 MP |
| Battery | 4400 mAh |
| Display | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | August 16, 2023 (Unofficial) |
| Operating System | iOS v15 |
Performance
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic |
| CPU | Hexa Core (3.23 GHz, Dual core, Avalanche + 1.82 GHz, Quad core, Blizzard) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 5 nm |
| Graphics | Apple GPU (four-core graphics) |
| RAM | 6 GB |
Display
| Display Type | OLED |
| Screen Size | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel Density | 457 ppi |
| Screen Protection | Yes |
| Bezel-less display | Yes |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Design
| Waterproof | Yes, Water resistant, IP68 |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 12 MP f/1.6, Wide Angle, Primary Camera 12 MP , Telephoto Camera 12 MP, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera |
|
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 4000 x 3000 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps | |
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 12 MP f/2.3, Primary Camera | |
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps | |
Battery
| Capacity | 4400 mAh |
| Type | Li-ion |
| Removable | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast |
| USB Type-C | No |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 128 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: eSIM |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
Multimedia
| FM Radio | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | Lightning |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | No |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
FAQs
What makes the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max standout choices this Diwali?
The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max are distinguished by their titanium frames, A17 Pro processors, and new USB Type-C ports. They also feature a customizable Action Button and excel in portrait photography with their advanced telephoto cameras. These models are ideal for those seeking top-tier performance and camera capabilities.
What are the key features of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE boasts a 6.40-inch touchscreen display with Gorilla Glass and a 120 Hz refresh rate. It runs on Android 13, supported by a robust 4500mAh battery with wireless and fast charging. A highlight is its triple rear camera setup with a 50MP primary camera, making it a great choice for photography enthusiasts.
How do I choose the right smartphone for my needs?
When selecting a smartphone, consider your primary usage, such as photography, gaming, or general use. Look for features that align with your interests, like advanced camera setups for photography, high-performing processors and displays for gaming, and long battery life for regular use. Also, consider your budget and the software ecosystem you prefer (iOS or Android).
