Smartphone evolution has been more evident in the last few years with the OEMs bringing in the latest of technologies to their products. A major focus has been put into improving the hardware aspects of these pocket-sized gadgets; specifically, camera, display, processor, and battery.
But the modernizations have also been implemented to the network connectivity support of smartphones.
Of course, that’s the primary feature (telecommunication) without which the mobile phone’s popularity might have faded over the last decade. Thanks to the advancements in tech, we aren’t just limited to making calls and sending messages on the go. High-speed internet support is the new hype.
The latest in this field is the 5G mobile internet. Smartphone OEMs are aggressively introducing handsets with the 5G-ready network in the Indian market. The surge in this category has been prominent right from the beginning of this year. As always, the affordable and the mid-tier segment saw maximum new offerings backed with 5G connectivity.
This article complies with the cheapest available 5G phones in the Indian market. Oppo, Vivo, and other Chinese brands have made it to the list. Following are the models which both these brands offer along with the competition they face in the county. Let’s take a look:
Cheapest 5G Smartphones In The Indian Market?
Poco M3 Pro 5G
The Poco M3 Pro 5G takes the tag for the cheapest 5G smartphone in the Indian market. Announced earlier this year, the base model of this handset (4GB RAM+ 64GB storage) retails at around Rs. 14,499.
This handset also comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage configuration you can buy at Rs. 16,499. The Poco M3 Pro 5G highlights include the octa-core Dimensity 700 processor, 48MP triple rear camera, and an 8MP selfie camera. The Poco M3 Pro 5G uses a 6.5-inch 1080 FHD + display and a fast-charging supported 5,000 mAh battery.
Oppo A53s 5G
The second model in the list of most affordable 5G smartphones in India is the Oppo A53s. This handset like the Poco M3 Pro was also introduced earlier this year in the country with the Dimensity 700 processor. The octa-core chipset here is accompanied by 6GB/8GB RAM and 128GB storage configuration.
Speaking of the prices, you will need to spend Rs. 15,990 for the 6GB RAM model and Rs. 17,990 for the 8GB RAM option. The remaining key features here are a standard 720p HD+ display, 13MP quad-lens setup, an 8MP selfie snapper, and a 4,890 mAh battery with 10W charging speeds.
Realme 8S 5G
The Realme 8S 5G is one of the most recent models on this list. It is the first handset in the market to employ the Dimensity 810 5G processor under the hood. This handset also comes with a dual RAM option – 6GB, 8GB. The former is being sold at Rs. 17,999, whereas, the latter can be purchased at Rs. 19,999 in the country.
The Realme 8 5G’s other primary hardware features include a 90Hz 6.5-inch FHD+ display and a triple rear camera setup comprising a 64MP main camera. This handset features a bigger 16MP selfie snapper compared to the remaining two models listed above. The battery capacity here is 5,000 mAh along with fast charging support.
iQOO Z3 5G
The iQOO Z3 comes as a suitable option for the audience looking to buy a budget 5G gaming-oriented phone. The price differences aren’t high compared to the aforementioned models. The device is currently retailing starting at Rs. 19,990 in India. You get the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage option for this pricing. The device is also available with a higher 8GB RAM and 256GB storage option which can be purchased at Rs. 20,990.
The iQOO Z3 runs on the octa-core Snapdragon 768G processor and has Android 11-based FunTouch OS 11.1 UI pre-installed. The handset flaunts a 6.58-inch FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The optics here include three sensors at the back housing a 64MP main camera, an 8MP wide-angle sensor, and a 2MP depth lens. It uses a 16MP camera upfront for selfies and a 4,400 mAh battery unit.
Vivo Y72 5G
The budget smartphone list would be incomplete without any Oppo or Vivo handset. We already have listed the cheapest Oppo 5G smartphone. The Vivo Y72 5G also makes it to the list with the Snapdragon 480 processor. This handset is priced at Rs. 19,990 at both online as well as the offline market in India. You will get this handset with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage configuration. It offers a 6.58-inch FHD+ LCD display and a 48MP dual rear camera setup. It features an 8MP selfie camera and a 5,000 mAh battery unit.
Lava Agni 5G
It isn’t just the Chinese tech giants that offer affordable 5G phones in India. The homegrown brand Lava has also forayed into this segment with the launch of the Agni 5G. Similar to the Realme 8S, the Lava Agni 5G also uses the Dimensity 810 processor as its brain of operations.
The device has been announced with Rs. 19,999 price labels in the country. The remaining spec-sheet comprises a 64MP quad-camera setup, a 16MP selfie camera, and a massive 6.78-inches FHD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate. Powering the Lava Agni 5G is a 5,000 mAh battery with quick charging technology support.
