‘5G’ is the next big thing that has rolled out in India in 2023. So, when people think of buying a smartphone that costs around 30,000 today, they want their phone to have 5G connectivity so that they don’t have to think about changing their phones shortly. Companies are launching most of the new smartphones with 5G connectivity features to fulfill this need. Today, you can own a smartphone with 5G connectivity even if your budget is less than Rs. 30,000. Below is a list of the best 5G smartphones available in India that cost between 20,000 to 30,000.
Note- The following article covers 5G smartphones between 20k to 30k. If you want to buy a 5G Smartphone for less than Rs. 20,000, click here for a buying guide.
1. Motorola Edge 40 Neo
The newest member of the Motorola Edge family is the Moto Edge 40 Neo 5G which is similar to the Moto Edge 40 but more affordable in terms of price. It is a mid-ranger that sports a premium design, a durable build, and a curved display. The smartphone is offered in 3 gorgeous color options- Pantone Bay, Pantone Soothing Sea, and Pantone Black. It has a P-OLED display and a fast chipset as well. The device offers 5G connectivity and is available at a starting price of Rs. 27,500 via Amazon.
Motorola Edge 40 Neo Specs
| Display- 6.55-inch P-OLED | Front Camera- 32MP |
| Processor- Dimensity 7030 | Weight- 170g |
| RAM- up to 8GB | Dimensions- 159.6 x 72 x 7.9mm |
| Storage- 128GB | Battery- 5000mAh, 68W Charging |
| Software- Android 13 | 5G Bands- 1,2,3,5,7,8,20,28,38, 40,41,66,77,78,79 SA/NSA |
| Rear Camera- 50MP+13MP | Variants Available- 1 (8GB+128GB) |
2. Vivo T2 Pro
Vivo T2 Pro 5G is an elegant and stylish smartphone with strong camera possibilities and fast and efficient performance. For a price of under 30k, the Vivo T2 Pro features an AMOLED display, up to 256GB onboard storage, and a Dimensity 7000 series chipset. Vivo T2 Pro 5G is available in Moon Black and Dune Gold shades for a price of Rs. 23,999 via Flipkart.
Vivo T2 Pro 5G Specs
| Display- 6.78-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED 120Hz refresh rate | Front Camera- 16MP |
| Processor- MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | Weight- 175g |
| RAM- up to 8GB | Dimensions- 164.1 x 74.8 x 7.4mm |
| Storage- up to 256GB | Battery- 4600 mAh, 66W fast charging |
| Software- Android 13 | 5G Bands- 1,3,5,8,28,38,40,41,77,78 Sub6 |
| Rear Camera- 64MP+2MP | Variants Available-2 |
3. OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G
In August 2023, OnePlus launched the elder sibling of the Nord CE 3 Lite smartphone. OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G comes with a Fluid AMOLED panel, glossy design, and one of the fastest chipsets in the segment. It is priced at Rs. 26,999 for the base variant and retails via Amazon in Aqua Surge, and Grey Shimmer shades.
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OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G Specs
| Display-6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED 120Hz refresh rate | Front Camera- 16MP |
| Processor- Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G | Weight- 184g |
| RAM- up to 12GB | Dimensions- 162.7 x 75.5 x 8.2mm |
| Storage- up to 256GB | Battery- 5000mAh, 80W fast charging |
| Software- Android 13 | 5G Bands- 1,3,5,8,28, 40,41,78 SA/NSA |
| Rear Camera- 50MP+8MP+2MP | Variants Available- 2 |
4. iQOO Z7 Pro 5G
iQOO launched the Pro model in the Z7 Series in September this year. The iQOO Z7 Pro is powered by a Dimensity chipset and features an AMOLED display, a 64MP main camera, and 80W charging. The company has revamped the design a little as the rear side has a marble finish with an aura light design. The iQOO Z7 Pro is slim and light and starts at Rs. 23,999 via Amazon. It comes in blue lagoon and graphite matte shades.
iQOO Z7 Pro 5G Specs
| Display-6.78-inch AMOLED 120Hz refresh rate | Front Camera- 16MP |
| Processor- MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | Weight- 175g |
| RAM- up to 8GB | Dimensions- 164.1 x 74.8 x 7.4mm |
| Storage- up to 256GB | Battery- 4600mAh, 66W fast charging |
| Software- Android 13 | 5G Bands-1,3,5,8,20,28,40,41,77,78 |
| Rear Camera- 64MP+2MP | Variants Available-2 |
5. Realme 11 Pro Plus 5G
Realme launched the ‘Pro Number’ Series in August 2023. The top-end model Realme 11 Pro Plus 5G comes with a signature design, efficient performance, and top-of-the-line specs. It features 5G connectivity along with a 200MP camera, 100W charging, a curved display, and much more. Realme 11 Pro Plus 5G starts at Rs. 27,999 via Flipkart and is available in Astral Black, Oasis Green, and Sunrise Beige variants.
Realme 11 Pro Plus 5G Specs
| Display- 6.7-inch AMOLED 120Hz refresh rate | Front Camera- 32MP |
| Processor- MediaTek Dimensity 7050 | Weight- 183g |
| RAM- 8GB | Dimensions- 161.6 x 73.9x 8.7mm |
| Storage- 256GB | Battery- 5000mAh, 100W fast charging |
| Software- Android 13 | 5G Bands- 1,3,5,8,28,40,77,78 SA/NSA |
| Rear Camera- 200MP+8MP+2MP | Variants Available- 2 |
6. Infinix GT 10 Pro 5G
Infinix launched the Infinix GT 10 Pro 5G smartphone in India in August 2023. The smartphone has been made keeping the gamers in mind. The best part is that for a price of under 25k, Infinix has loaded the box with gaming accessories as well. Otherwise, the smartphone is powered by a Dimensity chipset and features an AMOLED display, a large battery, and a transparent design. It is available for Rs. 21,999 via Flipkart.
Infinix GT 10 Pro 5G Specs
| Display- 6.67-inch AMOLED 90Hz refresh rate | Front Camera- 32MP |
| Processor- MediaTek Dimensity 8050 | Weight- 187g |
| RAM- 8GB | Dimensions- 162.7 x 75.9x 8.1mm |
| Storage- 256GB | Battery- 4200mAh, 45W fast charging |
| Software- Android 13 | 5G Bands- 1,3,5,8,12,20,28,38,40,41,66,77,78 SA/NSA |
| Rear Camera- 108MP+2MP+2MP | Variants Available- 1 |
7. Poco F5 5G
Poco launched the Poco F5 5G smartphone in May 2023. The Poco F5 5G boasts of Snapdragon 7 series chipset, large battery, AMOLED display, and a stunning design. It offers 5G connectivity and starts at Rs. 26,999 via Flipkart. Poco F5 comes in carbon black, snowstorm white, and electric blue shades as this time the brand decided to skip the Poco Yellow option.
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Poco F5 5G Specs
| Display-6.67-inch AMOLED Variable refresh rate- 120Hz | Front Camera- 16MP |
| Processor- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 | Weight- 181g |
| RAM- up to 8GB | Dimensions- 161.1 x 75 x 7.9mm |
| Storage- up to 256GB | Battery- 5000mAh, 67W fast charging |
| Software- Android 13 | 5G Bands- 1,3,5,7,8,20,28,38,40,41,77,78 SA/NSA |
| Rear Camera- 64MP+8MP+2MP | Variants Available- 2 |
8. Vivo V29e 5G
Vivo V-Series is known for its photography caliber and stylish design language. Continuing the trend, Vivo launched the Vivo V29e smartphone in 2023. This 5G smartphone has an artistic design with a glossy back panel and a crystal-like smooth texture on one side. The smartphone is slim and light and comes in Red and Blue shades. The price starts at Rs. 26,999 and can be bought via Flipkart and Vivo India stores.
Vivo V29e 5G Specs
| Display-6.78-inch AMOLED 120Hz refresh rate | Front Camera- 50MP |
| Processor- Snapdragon 695 | Weight- 181g |
| RAM- 8GB | Dimensions- 164.4 x 74.9 x 7.6mm |
| Storage- up to 256GB | Battery- 5000mAh, 44W fast charging |
| Software- Android 13 | 5G Bands- 1,3,5,8,28,77,78 SA/NSA |
| Rear Camera- 64MP+8MP | Variants Available- 2 |
9. Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus 5G
While Xiaomi is gearing up to launch the Redmi Note 13 Series in January 2024, the Note 12 Series launched in 2023 is also one of the best-selling smartphones in the country. The series includes the Redmi Note 12, Redmi Note 12 Pro, and Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus. The top-end Pro Plus variant has a sleek, premium, and lightweight design with glass on the front as well as the back. It comes in 3 gorgeous shades- Iceberg Blue, Arctic White, and Obsidian Black. The build is durable and the in-hand feel is decent as well. It starts at Rs. 29,999 and retails via Flipkart.
Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus 5G Specs
| Display- 6.67-inch OLED Refresh rate- 120Hz | Front Camera- 16MP |
| Processor- MediaTek Dimensity 900 | Weight- 208g |
| RAM- up to 12GB | Dimensions- 162.9 x76x8.9mm |
| Storage- 256GB | Battery- 5000mAh, 120W fast charging |
| Software- Android 12 | 5G Bands- 1,3,5,8,20,28,38,41,77,78 SA/NSA |
| Rear Camera- 200MP+8MP+2MP | Variants Available-2 |
10. Realme GT 2 Pro 5G
Realme’s 2nd generation GT Pro Model is one of the best 5G smartphones in the country. It is one of Realme’s most expensive smartphones that comes with top-of-the-line specs, master design, and aggressive pricing. Realme GT 2 Pro has a unique texture design for the back panel which feels like paper when you touch it. The smartphone comes in Steel Black, Paper Green, Titanium Blue, and Paper White shades and retails via Amazon at Rs. 49,999.
Realme GT 2 Pro 5G Specs
| Display-6.7-inch LTPO2 AMOLED 120Hz refresh rate | Front Camera- 32MP |
| Processor- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Weight- 189g |
| RAM- up to 12GB | Dimensions- 163.2x 74.7 x 8.2mm |
| Storage- up to 256GB | Battery- 5000mAh, 65W super dart fast charging |
| Software-Android 12 | 5G Bands- 1,3,5,7,8,20,28,38,40,41,66,77,78 SA/NSA |
| Rear Camera- 50MP+50MP+3MP | Variants Available- 2 |
11. Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G
In 2021 Samsung launched a Snapdragon-chipset driven smartphone in India. Samsung Galaxy S20 FE came to India 6 months after its global launch and was priced at a competitive under 50k figure. It was one of the first 5G phones that launched in the country. The Fan Edition smartphone is still available in Cloud Navy, Cloud Mint, and Cloud Lavender colors and can be bought via Flipkart for Rs. 25,899.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G Specs
| Display- 6.5-inch AMOLED 120Hz refresh rate | Front Camera-32MP |
| Processor- Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Weight- 190 grams |
| RAM- 8GB | Dimensions- 159.8×74.5×8.4mm |
| Storage- up to 256GB | Battery- 4500mAh with 25W Flash charging |
| Software- Android 13 | 5G Bands- 1,3,5,7,8,40,41,78, Sub6 |
| Rear Camera- 12MP+8MP+12MP | Variants Available- 3 |
12. OnePlus 10R 5G
OnePlus 10R was launched in 2022 and it came with some major improvements over the OnePlus 9RT that launched a few months before it. It has a glossy finish for the back panel which also features a triple camera setup. The smartphone comes with an alert slider that is the signature of OnePlus devices. It starts at Rs. 29,000 and retails via Flipkart in Forest Green and Sierra Black shades.
OnePlus 10R 5G Specs
| Display- 6.7-inch Fluid AMOLED 60Hz refresh rate | Front Camera-16MP |
| Processor- MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Max | Weight- 186 grams |
| RAM- up to 12GB | Dimensions- 163.30×75.5×8.2mm |
| Storage- up to 256GB | Battery- 5000mAh with 80W fast charging |
| Software- Android 12 | 5G Bands-1,3,5,8,28,40,41,77,78, SA/NSA |
| Rear Camera- 50MP+8MP+2MP | Variants Available- 2 |
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