US
$250-375
Best option
- Google Pixel 4a – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Pixel 4a is Google’s midrange offering from last year and is the only compact Android option available at this price. Since it is a year old the hardware is decidedly on the lower end of the midrange segment with a Snapdragon 730G, 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of UFS 2.1 storage. It does however offer a 5.8-inch AMOLED panel encased in a polycarbonate unibody. Like other Pixels the single camera is reliable and consistently takes good pictures in all conditions and like the 5a retains the headphone jack. However, it also does not have expandable storage and the battery life is nothing special as the capacity is the lowest of all the phones listed in this category. Since this is a from from Google, it should be updated for two years and may even get Android 14 although that has not been confirmed yet.
Alternatives
- Motorola One 5G Ace – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The One 5G Ace is Motorola’s latest One series device and is the first one with 5G. A 6.7 inch Full HD+ screen is paired with a Snapdragon 750G, 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage that can be expanded via Micro SD. A massive 5000 mAh battery powers the phone. As with other Motorola phones, the One 5G Ace will work with all mainstream US carriers. Updates are another matter though, the phone may not receive an update beyond Android 11. There is a Verizon version that also supports Verizon’s mmWave frequencies.
- OnePlus Nord N10 5G – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Nord N10 5G is the most expensive OnePlus Nord phone in North America. Like the Nord N100 and N200 it retains the Micro SD card slot and the headphone jack and the display technology is LCD. The phone is powered by a Snapdragon 690 with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. The 4300 mAh battery can be quickly topped up via OnePlus’s 30 W warp charger. OnePlus are only promising one updaate and two years of security patches with this device. Like the other devices in this segment, it is mainly constructed out of plastic.
| Summary | Google Pixel 4a | Motorola One 5G Ace | OnePlus Nord N10 5G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 5.8-inch 2340 x 1080 | 6.7-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.49-inch 2400 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 60 Hz | IPS LCD, 60 Hz | IPS LCD, 90 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 144 x 69.4 x 8.2 mm, 143 g | 166.1 x 76.1 x 9.9 mm, 212 g | 163 x 74.7 x 9 mm, 190 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, polycarbonate frame and back | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, plastic frame and back; IP52 certified | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, plastic frame and back |
| Operating system | Android 11 | Android 10 | OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to August 2023 | Android 11; security updates up to January 2023 | Android 11; security updates up to October 2022 |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 6 and 128 | 6 and 128 | 6 and 128 |
| Expandable storage | No | Yes (up to 1TB) | Yes (up to 512GB) |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G and 4G LTE; Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Single SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Single SIM |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| Primary camera | 12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm, 77˚, 1/2.55″, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 48MP f/1.7, 26mm, 1/2.0″, 0.8μm, PDAF | 64 MP, f/1.8, 1/1.72″, 0.8µm |
| Ultrawide | – | 8MP, f/2.2, 118°, 1.12μm | 8 MP, f/2.25, 119˚ |
| Front-facing camera | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm, 84˚, 1.12μm | 16MP, f/2.2, 1μm | 16 MP, f/2.05 |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 3140 mAh, 18 W | 5000 mAh, 15 W | 4300 mAh, 30 W |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 18 W | Yes, 10W | Yes, 30W |
| USB | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) |
| Headphone jack | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (rear-facing) | Yes (rear-facing) | Yes (rear-facing) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Mono (bottom firing) | Dual |
| Price | $349 | $329 | $299 |
$375-400
Best option
- Google Pixel 5a 5G – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Pixel 5a is the latest midrange phone from Google and is only sold in US and Japan presumably because of the chip shortage. It is a very well-rounded device covering most if not all of the basics with its Snapdragon 765G processor, 128 GB of UFS 2.1 storage, 6 GB RAM, metal construction (with a grippy plastic bioresin on top) with IP67 water and dust resistance, dual SIM with 5G connectivity (one physical+an eSIM) and Full HD AMOLED display. The camera hardware might not be comparable to rival products but the image processing is the best in this segment which compensates for the hardware leading to a great camera experience. The 5a will get three years of Android version and security updates since it’s a phone developed and sold by Google and it will be first in line to get those updates. There are some drawbacks, the display is a standard 60 Hz refresh rate when many of its rivals have moved on to 90/120 Hz displays and the phone is available in one storage configuration which cannot be expanded. Additionally, the phone has a large 6.3-inch display so it may not be suitable for people who want a more compact option.
Alternatives
- OnePlus 8T – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The OnePlus 8T is OnePlus’s flagship phone from last year and has been discounted to $499 so it qualifies as an option. The phone has high end specifications with the Snapdragon 865, 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, 12 GB RAM that is packed in a metal and glass design. Since it has the Snapdragon 865 it supports 5G connectivity and Wi-Fi 6. OnePlus have announced the 8T will get three years of software updates and four years of security patches but their updates are often delayed especially as the phone gets older. The camera hardware is capable but OnePlus’s image processing is not the best so the cameras aren’t great especially in dim lighting. The phone does not officially have any water or dust resistance but has the seals and protections in place as the phone is also sold through T-Mobile and the carrier version has IP68 water and dust resistance. Like the 5a, the 8T may not be suitable for people wanting a compact option as it has a large 6.55-inch display. Unlike the other options, it does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack either. There is only one storage configuration available.
- Samsung Galaxy A52 5G – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
Samsung has refreshed the A50 series with meaningful upgrades this year. The additions include OIS (Optical Image Stabilisation) on the main camera and the phone is now IP67 water and dust resistant. Fan favourite features like the headphone jack and expandable storage have been retained. The A52 5G has a Snapdragon 750G processor, a 120 Hz 6.5-inch AMOLED display. 6/8 GB of RAM paired with 128 GB of UFS 2.1 storage. Samsung has promised three years of Android version updates and four years of Android security updates. Like the 5a and 8T, the A52 5G may not be suitable for people looking for a compact option. Additionally the performance especially on the LTE variant is not competitive with other phones in this segment and the body and frame are composed of plastic . Samsung’s skin is feature packed but also comes with multiple duplicate apps.
- Motorola G100 – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The G100 is Motorola’s most powerful G series phone yet with a Snapdragon 870 inside. The phone is sold in one configuration with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of UFS 3.1 storage (expandable via Micro SD). A headphone jack is present just like the other Moto G phones. The phone also includes Motorola’s Ready For platform that allows the use of the phone as a computer replacement on monitors and enables one to access their applications on a desktop/laptop. The rest of the package feels decidedly lower end with a 6.7-inch 90 Hz LCD encased in a plastic body. The cameras are decent but aren’t special (the main sensor lacks OIS and the ultrawide is low resolution). Motorola does not have the best reputation with updates (this phone is supposed to get two years of Android updates and security patches) and are slower to provide them. However, the software itself is pretty close to the Pixel’s UI with additional customization options.
| Summary | Google Pixel 5a | OnePlus 8T | Samsung Galaxy A52 5G | Motorola G100 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.34-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.55-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.5-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.7-inch 2520 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 60 Hz | AMOLED | AMOLED | IPS LCD |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 156.2 x 73.2 x 8.8 mm, 183 g | 160.7 x 74.1 x 8.4 mm, 188 g | 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm, 189 g | 168.4 x 73.4 x 9.7 mm, 215 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, aluminium frame and back (covered with bioresin); IP67 certified | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, aluminium frame; T-Mobile version is IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, plastic frame and back; IP67 certified | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, plastic frame and back |
| Operating system | Android 11 | OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | MyUX based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to August 2024 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to October 2024 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to April 2025 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to 2023 |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 6 and 128 | 12 and 256 | 6 and 128, 8 and 256 | 8 and 128 |
| Expandable storage | No | No | Yes (up to 1 TB) | Yes (up to 1 TB) |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G and 4G LTE; Dual SIM (physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Single SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Single SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Single SIM |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.0 | 5.1 |
| Primary camera | 12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm, 77˚, 1/2.55″, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm, 1/2.0”, 0.8μm, PDAF, OIS | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.7X”, 0.8μm, PDAF, OIS | 64 MP, f/1.7, 25mm, 1/2.0″, 0.7µm, PDAF, Laser AF |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP, f/2.2, 119˚, 1μm | 16 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 123˚, 1/3.09″, 1.0μm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚, 1/3″, 1.12μm | 16 MP, f/2.2, 117˚, 1/3.06″, 1.0μm |
| Front-facing camera | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm, 83˚, 1.12μm | 16 MP, f/2.4, 1/3″, 1.0μm | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 0.8 μm | 16 MP, f/2.2, 28mm, 1.0μm (primary) + 8 MP, f/2.4, 20mm, 118˚, 1.12μm (ultrawide) |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 4680 mAh, 18 W | 4500 mAh, 65 W | 4500 mAh, 25 W | 5000 mAh, 20 W |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 18 W | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 15 W | Yes, 20 W |
| USB | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (3.1) |
| Headphone jack | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (rear-facing) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (side-mounted) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| Price | $449 | $499 | $425 | $499 |
Canada
Best option
- Samsung Galaxy S20 FE – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The S20 FE is a more affordable version of the Galaxy S20 series that brings most of the headline features such as the Snapdragon 865 processor, Samsung Dex, wireless charging (including reverse wireless charging) and an IP68 water-resistant body. A few compromises have been made to get to a lower price point, the display is now FHD+ instead of QHD+ but still refreshes at a 120 Hz, the fingerprint reader is now optical instead of ultrasonic, the cover glass is now Gorilla Glass 3 and the back of the phone is now covered by plastic instead of glass. The cameras have also been downgraded although the S20 and the S20 FE share the same primary camera and Samsung’s commitment to software updates means the phone should get updates up to October 2024. We feel this is the best package in this category as the cuts from the S20 do not make too much of a difference in the overall experience of the phone and Samsung phones have some of the best availability and are among the most widely supported.
Alternatives
- OnePlus 8T – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The OnePlus 8T is OnePlus’s flagship phone from last year and has been discounted to $499 so it qualifies as an option. The phone has high end specifications with the Snapdragon 865, 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, 12 GB RAM that is packed in a metal and glass design. Since it has the Snapdragon 865 it supports 5G connectivity and Wi-Fi 6. OnePlus have announced the 8T will get three years of software updates and four years of security patches but their updates are often delayed especially as the phone gets older. The camera hardware is capable but OnePlus’s image processing is not the best so the cameras aren’t great especially in dim lighting. The phone does not officially have any water or dust resistance but has the seals and protections in place. There is only one storage configuration available.
- Google Pixel 4a 5G – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Pixel 4a 5G is last year’s midrange phone from Google and retains its place as its successor the 5a is only sold in US and Japan presumably because of the chip shortage. Like the 5a, It is a very well-rounded device covering most if not all of the basics with its Snapdragon 765G processor, 128 GB of UFS 2.1 storage, 6 GB RAM, dual SIM with 5G connectivity (one physical+an eSIM) and Full HD AMOLED display. Unlike the Pixel 5 and the 5a the 4a 5G is not certified for water resistance. The camera hardware might not be comparable to rival products but the cameras are the same as the Pixel 5 and the 5a the image processing is the best in this segment which compensates for the hardware leading to a great camera experience. The 5a will get three years of Android version and security updates since it’s a phone developed and sold by Google and it will be first in line to get those updates. There are some drawbacks, the display is a standard 60 Hz refresh rate when many of its rivals have moved on to 90/120 Hz displays and the phone is available in one storage configuration which cannot be expanded. Additionally, the phone has a large 6.24-inch display so it may not be suitable for people who want a more compact option.
- Samsung Galaxy A52 5G – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
Samsung has refreshed the A50 series with meaningful upgrades this year. The additions include OIS (Optical Image Stabilisation) on the main camera and the phone is now IP67 water and dust resistant. Fan favourite features like the headphone jack and expandable storage have been retained. The A52 5G has a Snapdragon 750G processor, a 120 Hz 6.5-inch AMOLED display. 6/8 GB of RAM paired with 128 GB of UFS 2.1 storage. Samsung has promised three years of Android version updates and four years of Android security updates. Like the 5a and 8T, the A52 5G may not be suitable for people looking for a compact option. Additionally the performance especially on the LTE variant is not competitive with other phones in this segment and the body and frame are composed of plastic . Samsung’s skin is feature packed but also comes with multiple duplicate apps.
- Google Pixel 4a – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Pixel 4a is Google’s midrange offering from last year and is the only compact Android option available at this price. Since it is a year old the hardware is decidedly on the lower end of the midrange segment with a Snapdragon 730G, 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of UFS 2.1 storage. It does however offer a 5.8-inch AMOLED panel encased in a polycarbonate unibody. Like other Pixels the single camera is reliable and consistently takes good pictures in all conditions and like the 5a retains the headphone jack. However, it also does not have expandable storage and the battery life is nothing special as the capacity is the lowest of all the phones listed in this segment.
- Motorola One 5G Ace – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The One 5G Ace is Motorola’s latest One series device and is the first one with 5G. A 6.7 inch Full HD+ screen is paired with a Snapdragon 750G, 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage that can be expanded via Micro SD. A massive 5000 mAh battery powers the phone. As with other Motorola phones, the One 5G Ace will work with all mainstream Canadian carriers. Updates are another matter though, the phone may not receive an update beyond Android 11.
- OnePlus Nord N10 5G – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Nord N10 5G is the most expensive OnePlus Nord phone in North America. Like the Nord N100 and N200 it retains the Micro SD card slot and the headphone jack and the display technology is LCD. The phone is powered by a Snapdragon 690 with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. The 4300 mAh battery can be quickly topped up via OnePlus’s 30 W warp charger. OnePlus are only promising one updaate and two years of security patches with this device. Like the other devices in this segment, it is mainly constructed out of plastic.
| Summary | Samsung Galaxy S20 FE | OnePlus 8T | Samsung Galaxy A52 5G | Google Pixel 4a | Motorola One 5G Ace | OnePlus Nord N10 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.5-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.55-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.5-inch 2400 x 1080 | 5.8-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.7-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.49-inch 2400 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 60 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 60 Hz | IPS LCD, 60 Hz | IPS LCD, 60 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm, 190 g | 160.7 x 74.1 x 8.4 mm, 188 g | 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm, 189 g | 144 x 69.4 x 8.2 mm, 143 g | 166.1 x 76.1 x 9.9 mm, 212 g | 163 x 74.7 x 9 mm, 190 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, aluminium frame, plastic back; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, aluminium frame | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, plastic frame and back; IP67 certified | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, polycarbonate frame and back | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, plastic frame and back; IP52 certified | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, plastic frame and back |
| Operating system | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | Android 11 | Android 10 | OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to October 2024 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to October 2024 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to April 2025 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to August 2023 | Android 11; security updates up to January 2023 | Android 11; security updates up to October 2022 |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 6 and 128 | 12 and 256 | 6 and 128 | 6 and 128 | 6 and 128 | 6 and 128 |
| Expandable storage | Yes (up to 1 TB) | No | Yes (up to 1 TB) | No | Yes (up to 1TB) | Yes (up to 512GB) |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Single SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Single SIM | 2G, 3G and 4G LTE; Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Single SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Single SIM |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| Primary camera | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.76″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm, 1/2.0”, 0.8μm, PDAF, OIS | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.7X”, 0.8μm, PDAF, OIS | 12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm, 77˚, 1/2.55″, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 48MP f/1.7, 26mm, 1/2.0″, 0.8μm, PDAF | 64 MP, f/1.8, 1/1.72″, 0.8µm |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123°, 1/3.0”, 1.12μm | 16 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 123˚, 1/3.09″, 1.0μm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚, 1/3″, 1.12μm | – | 8MP, f/2.2, 118°, 1.12μm | 8 MP, f/2.25, 119˚ |
| Telephoto | 8 MP, f/2.4, 76mm 1/4.5”, 1.0μm, 3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | – | – | – | – | – |
| Front-facing camera | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/2.74″, 0.8µm | 16 MP, f/2.4, 1/3″, 1.0μm | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 0.8 μm | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm, 83˚, 1.12μm | 16MP, f/2.2, 1μm | 16 MP, f/2.05 |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 4500 mAh, 25 W (wired), 10 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4500 mAh, 65 W (wired) | 4500 mAh, 25 W (wired) | 3140 mAh, 18 W (wired) | 5000 mAh, 15 W (wired) | 4300 mAh, 30 W (wired) |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 15 W | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 25 W | Yes, 18 W | Yes, 10W | Yes, 30W |
| USB | Type-C (3.2) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) |
| Headphone jack | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (rear-facing) | Yes (rear-facing) | Yes (rear-facing) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Mono (bottom firing) | Dual |
| Price | $699 | $629 | $530 | $479 | $499 ($409 at Costco. | $390 |
€200-300
Best option
- Poco F3 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Poco F3 is the device Poco claims is the true successor to the F1 and the pricing indicates they’re positioning it that way. True to Poco’s motto of providing you the most bang for the buck; the F3 has a Snapdragon 870 chipset, 6 or 8 GB of RAM paired with 128 or 256 GB of storage. The front and back of the phone is covered by Gorilla Glass 5 but the headphone jack is absent which is disappointing considering it was highlighted as one of the key features of the F1 and the F2 Pro. Poco’s reliance on Xiaomi means they’re using the controversial MIUI skin which hasn’t exactly been well optimised for Poco branded devices.
Alternatives
- Realme GT Master Edition – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The GT Master Edition is the lowest end model of the confusingly named GT lineup in Europe. This particular model has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G processor along with 6 or 8 of RAM and 128 or 256 GB of storage. There’s a choice between two materials on the back with a glass variant resembling other phones and a vegan leather variant that was designed alongside a Japanese Designer. Realme bought back the headphone jack on the GT series after removing it on the X50 series last year however the frame has been downgraded to plastic and the ultrawide has been downgraded as part of a cost-cutting exercise. The focus on speed is evident with the presence of a GT mode that is supposed to boost gaming performance.
- Redmi Note 10 Pro – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Note 10 Pro is the successor to the Note 9 Pro from last year. There are three major upgrades from last year’s model manly the display, build and the camera. The display is now a 120 Hz AMOLED that has enabled Redmi to cut the size of the bezels, make the phone thinner and reduce the weight from the Note 9 Pro. There is an option to get a frosted glass finish on a Redmi Note phone for the first time. The primary camera is the other area which has gotten a huge upgrade, the 64 MP GW3 sensor has been replaced with a 108 MP HM2 sensor. The other improvements are modest, the phone is now powered by a Snapdragon 732G processor instead of the 720G on last year’s model paired with 6/8 GB RAM and 128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage.
- Motorola G60S – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The Motorola G60S is the newest edition to Motorola’s G series lineup. The phone is powered by a MediaTek Helio G95 paired with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. There is a massive 6.8-inch 120 Hz IPS LCD panel on the front. A few sacrifices have been made to get to this price point, a compass is missing from the package and the display is not protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass. Motorola’s Android skin is close to Google’s version of Android.
- Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Mi 11 Lite is the thinnest and lightest phone in this list weighing 157g. It also has a premium build with a Gorilla Glass 5 covering on the front and back with a plastic frame in between. It is powered by a Snapdragon 732G processor along with 6/8 GB RAM and 64/128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage which is expandable via Micro SD. Unlike most of the other phones in this segment the Mi 11 Lite does not have a headphone jack
| Summary | Poco F3 | Realme GT Master Edition | Redmi Note 10 Pro | Motorola G60S | Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.67-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.43-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.67-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.8-inch 2460 x 1080 | 6.55-inch 2400 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | IPS LCD, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 90 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm, 196 g | 159.2 x 73.5 x 8.0/8.7 mm (plastic / vegan leather), 174/180 g (plastic/vegan leather) | 164.5 x 76.15 x 8.1 mm, 192 g | 169.61 x 75.88 x 9.6 mm, 212 g | 163.7 x 76.4 x 7.8 mm, 196 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, plastic frame | Unknown glass on the front, plastic frame, plastic / vegan leather back | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, plastic frame | Gorilla Glass 3, plastic frame and back | Gorilla Glass 5 front, plastic frame, unknown glass back |
| Operating system | MIUI 12 based on Android 11 | Realme UI 2 based on Android 11 | MIUI 12 based on Android 11 | MyUX based on Android 11 | MIUI 12 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to March 2024 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to August 2023 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to March 2024 | Android 12; security updates up to September 2023 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to March 2024 |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | MediaTek Helio G95 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 6 and 128, 8 and 256 | 6 and 128, 8 and 256 | 6 and 64, 6 and 128, 8 and 128 | 4 and 128 | 6 and 64, 6 and 128, 8 and 128 (dependent on region) |
| Expandable storage | No | No | Yes (up to 512 GB) | Yes (up to 1 TB) | Yes (up to 512 GB) |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G and 4G LTE; Dual SIM (Triple card slot) | 2G, 3G and 4G LTE; Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) | 2G, 3G and 4G LTE; Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.1 |
| Primary camera | 48 MP f/1.79, 26mm, 1/2″, 0.8μm, PDAF | 64 MP, f/1.8, 25.3mm, 80.5˚, 1/2″, 0.7µm, PDAF | 108 MP, f/1.9, 26mm, 1/1.52″, 0.7μm, PDAF | 64 MP, f/1.7, 26mm, 1/2″, 0.7µm, PDAF | 64 MP, f/1.79, 26mm, 1/1.97″, 0.7μm, PDAF |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP f/2.2, 15mm, 119˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm | 8 MP f/2.2, 15.8mm, 119˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm | 8 MP f/2.2, 16mm, 119˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm | 8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ 1.12 µm | 8 MP f/2.2, 16mm, 119˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm |
| Front-facing camera | 20 MP f/2.45, 1/3.4″, 0.8μm | 32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm, 85˚, 1/2.74″, 0.8µm | 16 MP, f/2.5, 1/3.06″, 1.0µm | 16 MP f/2.25, 1.0μm | 16 MP, f/2.45, 25mm, 1/3.06″, 1.0µm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 4520 mAh, 33 W | 4300 mAh, 65 W | 5020 mAh, 33 W | 5000 mAh, 50 W | 4250 mAh, 33 W |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 33 W | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 50 W | Yes, 33 W |
| USB | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) |
| Headphone jack | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Mono (bottom-firing) | Dual | Mono (bottom-firing) | Dual |
| Price | €290-350/£275-325 | €300-370 | €250-300/£240-300 | €220/£220-230 | €230-300/£230-260 |
€300-400
Best option
- Galaxy A52S – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Galaxy A52s is a midcycle refresh of the A52 that significantly improves the processor and the overall value of the device. The phone is now powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 778G processor which is the newest and most capable 700 series chipset from Qualcomm. The rest of the hardware is identical to the A52 5G which means you’re getting a 120 Hz AMOLED display, 6 or 8 GB of RAM and 128 or 256 GB of storage (RAM and storage depends on country). This is one of the only devices to have an IP67 certification in this segment in Europe (the rest being its siblings the A52, A52 5G and A72). There’s also a headphone jack which is a feature missing on many of its competitors.
Alternatives
- OnePlus Nord 2 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Nord 2 is OnePlus’s sucessor to the Nord which was a popular mid-ranger last year. The processor and the camera have gotten huge upgrades with the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 replacing the Snapdragon 765G and the two-year old IMX586 has finally been replaced with the IMX766. The Nord 2 undercuts OnePlus’s flagships by a significant amount while providing almost all of the features associated with them (including the lack of expandable storage and headphone jack). It is also the first OnePlus device to use the merged OxygenOS and ColorOS codebase which may be a positive or negative depending on the user.
- Motorola Moto G100 – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The G100 is Motorola’s most powerful G series phone yet with a Snapdragon 870 inside. The phone is sold in one configuration with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of UFS 3.1 storage (expandable via Micro SD). A headphone jack is present just like the other Moto G phones. The phone also includes Motorola’s Ready For platform that allows the use of the phone as a computer replacement on monitors and enables one to access their applications on a desktop/laptop. The rest of the package feels decidedly lower end with a 6.7-inch 90 Hz LCD encased in a plastic body. The cameras are decent but aren’t special (the main sensor lacks OIS and the ultrawide is low resolution). Motorola does not have the best reputation with updates (this phone is supposed to get two years of Android updates and security patches) and are slower to provide them. However, the software itself is pretty close to the Pixel’s UI with additional customization options.
- Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G and 11 Lite NE – Manufacturer’s spec sheet (Mi 11 Lite 5G, 11Lite 5G NE), GSMArena spec sheet
The 5G version of the Mi 11 Lite, this phone’s primary objective is the thin and light weight design. The Snapdragon 732G is replaced with the Snapdragon 778 or the 780. The base storage has also been upgraded to 128 GB while retaining the expandable storage slot. As with the Mi 11 Lite there’s a 6.55-inch 90 Hz 10-bit AMOLED panel at the front with a plastic frame and a glass back along with 6 or 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of UFS 2.2 storages.
| Summary | Samsung Galaxy A52S 5G | OnePlus Nord 2 | Motorola Moto G100 | Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G / Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.5-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.43-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.7-inch 2520 x 1080 | 6.55-inch 2400 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 90 Hz | IPS LCD, 90 Hz | AMOLED, 90 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth in mm) and weight (in grams) | 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm, 189 g | 159.1 x 73.3 x 8.2 mm, 189 g | 168.38 x 73.97 x 9.69 mm, 207 g | 160.53 x 75.73 x 6.81 mm, 159 g/158 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, plastic frame and back; IP67 certified | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, plastic frame | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, plastic frame and back | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, plastic frame, unknown glass on the back |
| Operating system | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 | MyUX based on Android 11 | MIUI 12 based on Android 11 / MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to August 2025 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to July 2024 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to April 2023 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to March 2024 / Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to September 2024 |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 AI | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 780G/Snapdragon 778 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 6 and 128, 8 and 128, 8 and 256 (dependent on country) | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 8 and 128 | 6 and 128, 8 and 128 (depends on region) |
| Expandable storage | Yes (up to 1 TB) | No | Yes (up to 1 TB) | Yes (up to 1 TB) |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| Primary camera | 64 MP, f/1.8, 1/1.7X”, 0.8μm, PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.88, 24mm 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS | 64 MP, f/1.7, 25mm, 1/2.0″, 0.7µm, PDAF, Laser AF | 64 MP, f/1.79, 26mm, 1/1.97″, 0.7μm, PDAF |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚, 1/3″, 1.12μm | 8 MP f/2.25, 119.7˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm, | 16 MP, f/2.2, 117˚, 1/3.06″, 1.0μm | 8 MP f/2.2, 16mm, 119˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm |
| Front-facing camera | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 0.8 μm | 32 MP f/2.45, 26mm, 0.8μm | 16 MP, f/2.2, 28mm, 1.0μm (primary) + 8 MP, f/2.4, 20mm, 118˚, 1.12μm (ultrawide) | 20 MP, f/2.24, 27mm, 1/3.4″, 0.8µm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 4500 mAh, 25 W | 4500 mAh, 65 W | 5000 mAh, 20 W | 4250 mAh, 33 W |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 15 W | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 20 W | Yes, 33 W |
| USB | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (2.0) |
| Headphone jack | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Dual | Mono (bottom-firing) | Dual |
| Price | €380-420/£330-400 | €400/£400-470 | €380-450/£400-450 | €350-380/£280-300 |
€400-500
Best option
- Galaxy A52S – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The A52s is still the best option at this price range despite the inclusion in the last section. It is a midcycle refresh of the A52 that significantly improves the processor and the overall value of the device. The phone is now powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 778G processor which is the newest and most capable 700 series chipset from Qualcomm. The rest of the hardware is identical to the A52 5G which means you’re getting a 120 Hz AMOLED display, 6 or 8 GB of RAM and 128 or 256 GB of storage (RAM and storage depends on country). This is one of the only devices to have an IP67 certification in this segment in Europe (the rest being its siblings the A52, A52 5G and A72). There’s also a headphone jack which is a feature missing on many of its competitors
Alternatives
- Motorola Edge 20 – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The Motorola Edge 20 is the successor to last year’s Motorola Edge. The name is misleading as the Edge 20 does not have a curved screen. We’ve got the typical year over year upgrades with the Snapdragon 778G replacing the Snapdragon 765G and the display now refreshes at 144 Hz instead of 90 unlike last year’s model. The device keeps the telephoto camera from last year and adds OIS to that camera however it is missing from the main camera where the 64 MP sensor of last year’s model has been upgraded to a 108 MP sensor. There are downgrades in other departments however – the headphone jack has been removed and expandable storage is no longer available.
- OnePlus 8T – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The OnePlus 8T is OnePlus’s flagship phone from last year and has been discounted to $499 so it qualifies as an option. The phone has high end specifications with the Snapdragon 865, 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, 12 GB RAM that is packed in a metal and glass design. Since it has the Snapdragon 865 it supports 5G connectivity and Wi-Fi 6. OnePlus have announced the 8T will get three years of software updates and four years of security patches but their updates are often delayed especially as the phone gets older. The camera hardware is capable but OnePlus’s image processing is not the best so the cameras aren’t great especially in dim lighting. The phone does not officially have any water or dust resistance but has the seals and protections in place.
- Realme GT – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The GT is one of Realme’s flagships in the confusingly named GT lineup which consists of four other models. This particular model has the newest and fastest Qualcomm processor, the Snapdragon 888 along with 8 or 12 GB of RAM and 128 or 256 GB of storage. There’s a choice between two materials on the back with a glass variant resembling other phones and a racing inspired vegan leather variant. Realme bought back the headphone jack on the GT after removing it on the X50 Pro last year however the frame has been downgraded to plastic and the ultrawide and telephoto lenses have been downgraded as part of a cost-cutting exercise. The focus on speed is evident with the presence of a GT mode that is supposed to boost gaming performance.
- Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Mi 10T Pro was one of Xiaomi’s flagships from last year and is now available for a reduced price. It is powered by a Snapdragon 865 processor along with 8 GB of RAM and 128/256 GB of storage along with one of the largest batteries in the segment. There is a 144 Hz IPS LCD panel on the front. The Mi 10T Pro shares the Mi 10’s 108 MP primary and 13 MP ultrawide cameras. Like most other Mi series phones in 2020 and 2021, there is no headphone jack and the phone is relatively heavy at 218g.
| Summary | Samsung Galaxy A52s | Motorola Edge 20 | OnePlus 8T | Realme GT | Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.5-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.7-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.55-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.43-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.67-inch 2400 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 144 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | IPS LCD, 144 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm, 189 g | 163 x 76 x 6.99 mm, 163 g | 160.7 x 74.1 x 8.4 mm, 188 g | 158.5 x 73.3 x 8.4 / 9.1 mm (plastic / vegan leather), 186 g / 186.5 g (glass / vegan leather) | 165.1 x 76.4 x 9.33 mm, 218 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, plastic frame and back; IP67 certified | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, aluminium frame, plastic back | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, aluminium frame | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, plastic frame Gorilla Glass 5 / vegan leather on the back | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, aluminium frame |
| Operating system | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | MyUX based on Android 11 | OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 | Realme UI 2 based on Android 11 | MIUI11 based on Android 10 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to August 2025 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to August 2023 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to October 2024 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to June 2023 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to October 2023 |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 6 and 128, 8 and 128, 8 and 256 (dependent on country) | 8 and 128 | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 8 and 128, 8 and 256 |
| Expandable storage | Yes (up to 1 TB) | No | No | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.1 |
| Primary camera | 64 MP, f/1.8, 1/1.7X”, 0.8μm, PDAF, OIS | 108 MP, f/1.9, 24mm, 1/1.52″, 0.7μm, PDAF | 48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm, 1/2.0”, 0.8μm, PDAF, OIS | 64 MP f/1.8, 26mm, 78.6˚, 0.8μm, PDAF | 108 MP, f/1.85, 26mm, 1/1.33″, 0.8μm, PDAF, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚, 1/3″, 1.12μm | 16 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 119˚, 1/3.06″, 1.0µm | 16 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 123˚, 1/3.09″, 1.0μm | 8 MP f/2.3, 15.7mm, 119˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm | 13 MP, f/2.4, 12mm, 123°, 1/3.06″, 1.12μm, |
| Telephoto | – | 8 MP, f/2.4, 79mm, 1/4.4″, 1.0µm, 3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | – | – | – |
| Front-facing camera | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 0.8 μm | 32 MP, f/2.3, 1/3.0″, 0.7µm | 16 MP, f/2.4, 1/3″, 1.0μm | 16 MP, f/2.5, 26mm, 1/3.0”, 1.0μm | 20 MP, f/2.2, 27mm, 1/3.4″, 0.8μm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 4500 mAh, 25 W | 4000 mAh, 30 W | 4500 mAh, 65 W | 4500 mAh, 65 W | 5000 mAh, 33 W |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 15 W | Yes, 30 W | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 33 W |
| USB | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) |
| Headphone jack | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (side-mounted) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Mono (bottom-firing) | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| Price | €380-420/£330-400 | €460-500/£430 | €480-500/£450 | €450-500/£400 | €460-515 |
India
India has one of the most competitive midrange markets in the world so this part of the wiki has been divided into four subsections based on the price.
₹12,500-15,000
Best option
- Redmi Note 10S – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Redmi Note 10S is the successor to last year’s Redmi Note 9 Pro and retains a similar spec sheet except for a few changes such as the switch to a MediaTek Helio G95, 6 GB RAM and 64/128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage with a triple card slot allowing the usage of two SIM cards and a Micro SD card simultaneously and an AMOLED display. The phone is now smaller and lightweight as a result of these changes and the design on the rear seems cleaner as the camera module has been moved from the center to the top left. MIUI on Redmi phones especially Indian variants may be buggy with advertisements in system apps.
Alternatives
- Motorola G40 Fusion – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The G40 Fusion ticks a lot of boxes with its specifications. It has a 6.67-inch 120 Hz IPS LCD panel, 4 or 6 GB RAM, a Snapdragon 732G and 64 or 128 GB of internal storage (expandable via Micro SD) along with a lightly skinned version of Android. Sacrifices have been made to hit the low price point though, this phone lacks a compass.
- Realme Narzo 30 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Narzo 30 undercuts the Redmi Note 10 and Note 10S by providing a 90 Hz Full HD panel albeit of the IPS LCD kind. It is powered by a Helio G95 paired with 4/6 GB of RAM and has 64/128 GB of storage along with Micro SD card expansion as part of the triple card slot. Realme UI is generally cleaner than MIUI on Redmi phones but still has a fair share of pre-installed apps and services.
- Poco M3 Pro 5G – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Poco M3 5G is one of the few 5G ready devices at this price point and actually supports a decent number of 5G bands. A Dimensity 700 powers things couple with 4/6 GB of RAM and 64/128 GB UFS 2.2 storage along with Micro SD card expansion as part of the triple card slot. MIUI for Poco phones is cleaner than it is on its Redmi siblings but also has a reputation for being buggy.
| Summary | Redmi Note 10S | Motorola G40 Fusion | Realme Narzo 30 | Poco M3 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.43-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.8-inch 2460 x 1080 | 6.5-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.5-inch 2400 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 60 Hz | IPS LCD, 120 Hz | IPS LCD, 90 Hz | IPS LCD, 90 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 160.46 x 74.5 x 8.29 mm, 178.8 g | 169.6 x 75.9 x 9.7 mm, 225 g | 162.3 x 75.4 x 9.4 mm, 192 g | 161.81 x 75.34 x 8.92 mm, 190 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, plastic frame and back | Unknown glass on the front, plastic frame and back | Unknown glass on the front, plastic frame and back | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, plastic frame and back |
| Operating system | MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 | MyUX based on Android 11 | Realme UI 2 based on Android 11 | MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12; security updates up to May 2024 | Android 12; security updates up to May 2023 | Android 12; security updates up to May 2023 | Android 12; security updates up to May 2024 |
| CPU | MediaTek Helio G95 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | MediaTek Helio G95 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 6 and 64, 6 and 128 | 4 and 64, 6 and 128 | 4 and 64, 6 and 64, 6 and 128 | 4 and 64, 6 and 128 |
| Expandable storage | Yes (up to 512 GB) | Yes (up to 1 TB) | Yes (up to 256 GB) | Yes (up to 1 TB) |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G and 4G LTE; Dual SIM (Triple card slot) | 2G, 3G and 4G LTE; Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) | 2G, 3G and 4G LTE; Dual SIM (Triple card slot) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Primary camera | 64 MP, f/1.79, 26mm, 1/1.97″, 0.7μm, PDAF | 64 MP f/1.7, 0.7μm, PDAF | 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, PDAF | 48 MP, f/1.79, 26mm, 79˚, 1/2.0”, 0.8μm, PDAF |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP f/2.2, 118˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm, | 8 MP f/2.2, 118˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm | – | – |
| Front-facing camera | 13 MP, f/2.45, 1/3.06″, 1.12µm | 16 MP, f/2.2, 1µm | 16 MP, f/2.1, 1/3.06″, 1.0µm | 8 MP, f/2.0, 77.8˚, 1.12µm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 5000 mAh, 33 W | 6000 mAh, 20 W | 5000 mAh, 30 W | 5000 mAh, 18 W |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 33 W | Yes, 20 W | Yes, 30 W | Yes, 22.5 W |
| USB | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) |
| Headphone jack | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) |
| Speakers | Dual | Mono (bottom-firing) | Mono (bottom-firing) | Mono (bottom-firing) |
| Price | ₹15,000-17,000 | ₹14,500-16,500 | ₹13,500-15,500 | ₹14,500-16,500 |
Note: The Poco M3 Pro and the Redmi Note 10T 5G are the same phone so the Redmi Note 10T may be considered if the Poco is unavailable. The Narzo 30 5G also shares similarities with phones and could be an option for people who prefer Realme UI to MIUI.
₹15,000-20,000
Best option
- Redmi Note 10 Pro and Pro Max – Manufacturer’s spec sheet (Pro, Pro Max), GSMArena spec sheet(Pro – https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_10_pro_(india)-10771.php (cannot be embedded because of the bracket used in the name), Pro Max)
The Indian edition of the Redmi Note 10 Pro gets a 64 MP Samsung GW3 sensor instead of the 108 MP HM2 sensor found on the international variant (which is renamed as the Pro Max for India). The rest of the specifications are the same meaning you get a Snapdragon 732G processor, 6 or 8 GB of RAM paired with 128 GB of storage and a triple card slot allowing you to use two SIM cards and a Micro SD card simaltaneously. This is the cheapest device with a 120 Hz AMOLED panel in India. The phone has a relatively premium build with Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and the back with a plastic frame in between.
Alternatives
- Samsung Galaxy M51 and 2. Samsung Galaxy F62 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet (M51, F62), GSMArena spec sheet (M51, F62)
The Galaxy M51 and F62 are for people who value battery life the most with the M51 being the battery champion with its massive 7000 mAh battery.
The Galaxy M51 is for people who value battery life the most with the M51 being the battery champion with its massive 7000 mAh battery paired with a power efficient Snapdragon 730G processor with 128 GB of UFS 2.1 storage and 6/8 GB of RAM. Most of Samsung’s M series phones run a stripped-down version of One UI and the M51 is no exception in that regard. The F62 has a faster processor and gets the Full One UI experience and is a great gaming phone due to its Exynos 9825 SoC and 7000 mAh battery. It is aavailable with 128 GB of UFS 3.0 storage and 6/8 GB of RAM.
- Poco X3 Pro – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Poco X3 Pro may be the best option for gamers in a phone costing under 25,000. It is powered by a Snapdragon 860 chipset paired with 6/8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of UFS 3.1 storage (expandable via Micro SD card).
- Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Narzo 30 Pro is our pick for a 5G capable phone in this subsection. It has a Dimensity 800U chipset paired with 6/8 GB RAM and 128 GB storage (expandable) along with a 120 Hz IPS LCD panel. We have chosen this over the Realme X7 since the X7 does not have a headphone jack or expandable storage.
| Summary | Redmi Note 10 Pro/Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy M51 / Samsung Galaxy F62 | Poco X3 Pro | Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.67-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.7-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.67-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.5-inch 2400 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 60 Hz | IPS LCD, 120 Hz | IPS LCD, 120 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 164.5 x 76.15 x 8.1 mm, 192 g | 163.9 x 76.3 x 9.5 mm, 213 g (M51) / 218g (F62) | 165.3 x 76.8 x 9.4 mm, 213 g | 162.2 x 75.1 x 9.1 mm, 194 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, plastic frame | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, plastic frame and back | Gorilla Glass 6 on the front, plastic frame and back | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, plastic frame and back |
| Operating system | MIUI 12 based on Android 11 | OneUI core based on Android 10 / OneUI 3.1 based on Android 11 | MIUI 12 based on Android 11 | Realme UI 2 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12; security updates up to March 2024 | Android 11 and 12; security updates up to September 2024 (M51) / Android 12 and 13; security updates up to February 2025 (F62) | Android 12; security updates up to March 2024 | Android 12; security updates up to March 2023 |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G (M51) / Samsung Exynos 9825 (F62) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 860 | MediaTek Dimensity 800U |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 6 and 128, 8 and 128 | 6 and 128, 8 and 128 | 6 and 128, 8 and 128 | 6 and 64, 8 and 128 |
| Expandable storage | Yes (up to 512 GB) | Yes (up to 1 TB) | Yes (up to 1 TB) | Yes (up to 256 GB) |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G and 4G LTE; Dual SIM (Triple card slot) | 2G, 3G and 4G LTE; Dual SIM (Triple card slot) | 2G, 3G and 4G LTE; Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.1 |
| Primary camera | 64 MP, f/1.9, 26mm, 1/1.97″, 0.7μm, PDAF (Redmi Note 10 Pro) / 108 MP, f/1.9, 26mm, 1/1.52″, 0.7μm, PDAF (Redmi Note 10 Pro Max) | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.73″, 0.8µm, PDAF | 48 MP f/1.79, 26mm, 1/2.0″, 0.8μm, PDAF | 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/2″, 0.8µm, PDAF |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP f/2.2, 118˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, 1/3.1″, 1.12µm | 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 119˚, 1μm | 8 MP f/2.3, 119˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm |
| Front-facing camera | 16 MP, f/2.45, 1/3.06″, 1.0µm | 32 MP, f/2.0, 26mm, 1/2.8″, 0.8µm | 20 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/3.4″, 0.8μm | 16 MP, f/2.1, 26mm, 1/3.09″, 1.0µm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 5020 mAh, 33 W | 7000 mAh, 25 W | 5160 mAh, 33 W | 5000 mAh, 30 W |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 33 W | Yes, 15 W | Yes, 33 W | Yes, 30 W |
| USB | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) |
| Headphone jack | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) |
| NFC | No | Yes | No | No |
| Speakers | Dual | Mono (bottom-firing) | Dual | Mono (bottom-firing) |
| Price | ₹18,000-22,000 | ₹20,000-22,000 (M51) / ₹18,000-20,000 (F62) | ₹17,000-19,000 | ₹17,000-19,000 |
₹20,000-25,000
Best option
- Motorola Edge 20 Fusion – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The Edge 20 Fusion is the cheapest and most affordable model in the Edge 20 series and retains some of the features found on the more expensive phones such as the 10-bit 90 Hz AMOLED panel and Motorola’s Ready For platform. The phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 800U processor paired with 6 or 8 GB or RAM and 128/256 GB storage. Unlike the other Edge 20 models, the Edge 20 Fusion retains the headphone jack and has a Micro SD card slot for expandable storage. However, the phone has a hybrid SIM tray so one has to choose between a second SIM or the Micro SD card. Additionally, the phone has NFC and supports 20+ LTE and 13 5G bands thus making it a good option for international travelers. Motorola’s MyUX software is similar to Google’s version of Android in look and feel but Motorola haven’t been the best at updating the phone long term.
Alternatives
- OnePlus Nord CE – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Nord CE is the cheapest OnePlus device available in India and the only one to offer a headphone jack. It is technically 5G compatible but only supports 1 band of 5G so it should be treated as a 4G phone for the most part. It has a 6.43-inch AMOLED display with 90 Hz refresh rate, a Snapdragon 750G processor coupled with 6/8 GB RAM and 128/256 GB of UFS 2.2 storage.
- Xiaomi Mi 10i – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Mi 10i is powered by the same Snapdragon 750G as the Nord CE and like the Nord CE only supports two bands of 5G so it may not be the most future proof device. The 750G is paired with 128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage (expandable via Micro SD) and 6/8 GB RAM. The Mi 10i uses the HM2 sensor(also used in the Edge 20 Fusion) as its primary camera
- Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Mi 11 Lite is the thinnest and lightest phone in this list weighing 157g. It also has the most premium build with a Gorilla Glass 5 covering on the front and back with a plastic frame in between. It is powered by a Snapdragon 732G processor along with 6/8 GB RAM and 64/128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage which is expandable via Micro SD. Unlike the other phones in this segment the Mi 11 Lite does not have a headphone jack
| Summary | Motorola Edge 20 Fusion | OnePlus Nord CE | Xiaomi Mi 10i | Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.7-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.43-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.67-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.55-inch 2400 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 90 Hz | AMOLED, 90 Hz | IPS LCD, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 90 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 166 x 76 x 8.3 mm, 185 g | 159.2 x 73.5 x 7.9 mm, 170 g | 165.38 x 76.8 x 9 mm, 214.5 g | 160.53 x 75.73 x 6.81 mm, 157 g |
| Build | Unknown glass on the front, plastic frame and back | Unknown glass on the front, plastic frame and back | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, plastic frame | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, plastic frame, unknown glass on the back |
| Operating system | MyUX based on Android 11 | Oxygen OS 11 based on Android 11 | MIUI 12 based on Android 10 | MIUI 12 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to August 2023 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to June 2024 | Android 11; security updates up to January 2024 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to March 2024 |
| CPU | MediaTek Dimensity 800U | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 6 and 128, 8 and 128 | 6 and 128, 8 and 128, 8 and 256 | 6 and 128, 8 and 128 | 6 and 64, 8 and 128 |
| Expandable storage | Yes (up to 1 TB) | No | Yes (up to 512 GB) | Yes (up to 512 GB) |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| Primary camera | 108 MP, f/1.9, 1/1.52″, 0.7μm, PDAF | 64 MP, f/1.79, 26mm, 1/2″, 0.7µm, PDAF | 108 MP, f/1.75, 26mm, 1/1.52″, 0.7μm, PDAF | 64 MP, f/1.79, 26mm, 1/1.97″, 0.7μm, PDAF |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP f/2.2, 118˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm | 8 MP, f/2.3, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm, 119˚ | 8 MP f/2.2, 120˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm | 8 MP f/2.2, 16mm, 119˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm |
| Front-facing camera | 32 MP, f/2.25, 0.7µm | 16 MP, f/2.5, 1/3.0″, 1.0µm | 16 MP, f/2.45, 25mm, 1/3.06″, 1.0µm | 16 MP, f/2.45, 25mm, 1/3.06″, 1.0µm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 5000 mAh, 30 W | 4500 mAh, 30 W | 4820 mAh, 33 W | 4250 mAh, 33 W |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 30 W | Yes, 30 W | Yes, 30 W | Yes, 30 W |
| USB | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) |
| Headphone jack | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Speakers | Mono (bottom-firing) | Mono (bottom-firing) | Dual | Dual |
| Price | ₹21,500-23,000 | ₹23,000-28,000 | ₹22,000-24,000 | ₹22,000-24,000 |
₹25,000-30,000
Best option
- OnePlus Nord 2 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Nord 2 is excellent value in India and is probably the best option under ₹30,000. It is the successor to the Nord which was a popular mid-ranger last year. The processor and the camera have gotten huge upgrades with the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 replacing the Snapdragon 765G and the two-year old IMX586 has finally been replaced with the IMX766 (with OIS). The Nord 2 undercuts OnePlus’s flagships by a significant amount while providing almost all of the features associated with them (including the lack of expandable storage and headphone jack). It is also the first OnePlus device to use the merged OxygenOS and ColorOS codebase which may be a positive or negative depending on the user. It is our top pick as it can be bought from online and offline retailers whereas some of the other phones like the Moto Edge 20 and Edge 20 Lite are only available via flash sales at the moment. The 90 Hz display may be a bit of a shortcoming when the competition provides 120 Hz at the same price point.
Alternatives
- Motorola Edge 20 – Manufacturer’s information page and spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Edge 20 is Motorola’s re-entry into the premium midrange segment of the Indian market. It Is powered by a Snapdragon 778 and is the only phone in this segment that offers a proper telephoto camera available in a slim package that is 6.99 mm thin and 163g light. The display is the highlight of this phone as it has a 10-bit 144 Hz AMOLED panel with 576 Hz touch sampling rate. The primary camera is 108 MP sensor which does not have OIS. The Edge 20 is only available in one storage configuration (with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage) and is currently being sold via flash sales on Flipkart so availability isn’t the best.
- Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
Xiaomi did not sell the 5G version of the Mi 11 Lite in India presumably because of the chip shortage so they were quick to announce the release of the 11 Lite NE which does away with the Mi branding. As with the Mi 11 Lite, this phone’s primary objective is the thin and light weight design. The Snapdragon 732G is replaced with the Snapdragon 778. The storage has also been upgraded to 128 GB while retaining the expandable storage slot. Additionally, there is a variant with 8 GB of RAM. Unlike other Xiaomi 5G phones, the 11 Lite NE supports 12 5G bands so it should be future-proof. This is also the first Xiaomi branded device in India that will get three Android updates and four years of security updates.
- Xiaomi Mi 11X – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Mi 11X is the Indian variant of the phone that is also known as the Poco F3 or the Redmi K40 but there are a few cutbacks on this variant that aren’t present on the others as it is only available with 128 GB of storage, lacks NFC and has limited support for LTE and 5G with 6 LTE bands and 2 5G bands. The rest of the package is similar to the F3 with a Snapdragon 870 and 6/8 GB RAM paired with 128 GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
- Samsung Galaxy A52 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The A52 is not as powerful as the M52 or the F62 and does not possess the endurance of the F62 or M51 but compensates with a body that is IP67 water and dust resistant. It is also one of the few options offering optical image stabilization at this price-point. Since this is an A series device, it gets the full One UI experience and will also get three years of software updates and four years of security updates. Additionally, it can be purchased offline.
| Summary | OnePlus Nord 2 | Motorola Edge 20 | Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE | Xiaomi Mi 11X | Samsung Galaxy A52 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.43-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.7-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.55-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.67-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.5-inch 2400 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 90 Hz | AMOLED, 144 Hz | AMOLED, 90 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 159.1 x 73.3 x 8.2/8.3 (glass / vegan leather) mm, 189/184 g | 163 x 76 x 6.99 mm, 163 g | 160.53 x 75.73 x 6.81 mm, 159 g/158 g | 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm, 196 g | 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm, 189 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 5 / vegan leather on the back | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, aluminium frame, plastic back | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, plastic frame, unknown glass on the back | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, plastic frame | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, plastic frame and back; IP67 certified |
| Operating system | OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 | MyUX based on Android 11 | MIUI 12 based on Android 11 / MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 | MIUI 12 based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to July 2024 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to August 2023 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to September 2024 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to March 2024 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to August 2025 |
| CPU | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 AI | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 780G/Snapdragon 778 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 8 and 128 | 6 and 128, 8 and 128 (depends on region) | 6 and 128, 8 and 128 | 6 and 128, 8 and 128 |
| Expandable storage | No | No | Yes (up to 1 TB) | No | Yes (up to 1 TB) |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G and 4G LTE; Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| Primary camera | 50 MP, f/1.88, 24mm 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS | 108 MP, f/1.9, 24mm, 1/1.52″, 0.7μm, PDAF | 64 MP, f/1.79, 26mm, 1/1.97″, 0.7μm, PDAF | 48 MP f/1.79, 26mm, 1/2″, 0.8μm, PDAF | 64 MP, f/1.8, 1/1.7X”, 0.8μm, PDAF, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP f/2.25, 119.7˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm, | 16 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 119˚, 1/3.06″, 1.0µm | 8 MP f/2.2, 16mm, 119˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm | 8 MP f/2.2, 15mm, 119˚, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚, 1/3″, 1.12μm |
| Telephoto | – | 8 MP, f/2.4, 79mm, 1/4.4″, 1.0µm, 3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | – | – | – |
| Front-facing camera | 32 MP f/2.45, 26mm, 0.8μm | 32 MP, f/2.3, 1/3.0″, 0.7µm | 20 MP, f/2.24, 27mm, 1/3.4″, 0.8µm | 20 MP f/2.45, 1/3.4″, 0.8μm | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 0.8 μm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 4500 mAh, 65 W | 4000 mAh, 30 W | 4250 mAh, 33 W | 4520 mAh, 33 W | 4500 mAh, 25 W |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 30 W | Yes, 33 W | Yes, 33 W | Yes, 15 W |
| USB | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) |
| Headphone jack | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (in-display, optical) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Mono (bottom-firing) | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| Price | ₹27,000-35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹27,000-30,000 | ₹30,000-32,000 | ₹27,500-29,000 |
