11 best gaming phones under Rs. 20,000 to buy in 2024

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Mobile Games like Fortnite, PUBG Mobile, Call Of Duty Mobiles, Fortnite, and Asphalt 9 are becoming increasingly popular. Several players are now manufacturing dedicated phones for gaming like OnePlus 11, iQOO Z7, and Realme 10 Pro phones. But, what about gaming on mid-range phones? (Best Gaming Phones under 20,000 हिंदी में पढ़िए)

Well, affordable phones are now quite good, at least as far as the performance aspect is concerned. Many mid-range chips from MediaTek and Qualcomm are capable enough of handling high-end games smoothly. Besides, the fact that faster-inbuilt storage (UFS 2.1) and faster LPDDR4X RAM are fast turning into a norm helps too. So, if you are looking for a good phone for gaming under Rs 20,000, here are some of the best options that you may consider.

Best gaming phones under Rs. 20,000 to buy in 2024

1. Poco X5 Pro

Poco X5 Pro is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset with 8GB RAM. The device ran graphic demanding titles like BGMI at high graphic settings smoothly. All kinds of games can be played on this one with minimum to no stutters. Along with gaming, multitasking is smooth as well. It can be purchased for Rs. 20,000 via Amazon.

Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED | Processor: Snapdragon 778G| RAM: 8GB| Storage: up to128GB | Software: Android 13 | Rear camera: 108MP+8MP+2MP | Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 181g | Dimensions: 162.9×76×7.9mm |Battery: 5000mAh

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2. iQOO Z7

The iQOO Z7 5G is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 920 chipset with Mali-G68 MC4 GPU, up to 6GB LPDDR4X RAM, and up to 128GB onboard storage. It features a 6.38-inch AMOLED Panel with a 20:9 aspect ratio, 90Hz refresh rate, and 1300 nits peak brightness for top-notch gaming performance. It is priced at Rs. 18,999.

Display: 6.38-inch AMOLED | Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 920 | RAM: 6GB/8GB| Storage: up to128GB | Software: Android 13 | Rear camera: 64MP+2MP | Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 173g | Dimensions: 158.9×73.5×7.8mm |Battery: 4500mAh with 44W

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3. Redmi Note 13

Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 was launched in January 2024. Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 is the base model in the Note 13 Series. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6080 chipset with up to 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage. Popular titles like Candy Crush and Subway Surfers can run seamlessly on this one while moderately graphic demanding titles like Asphalt 9 also ran decently at 50-60 fps. Intense graphic demanding games like BGMI and Genshin Impact also ran well though phones might heat up during long sessions. Redmi Note 13 is available for Rs. 17,999 via Amazon.

Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED | Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6080| RAM: 8GB| Storage: up to256GB | Software: Android 14 | Rear camera: 108MP+8MP+2MP | Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 173.5g | Dimensions: 161.11×74.95×7.6mm |Battery: 5000mAh

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4. Moto G54

Motorola G54 was launched in September 2023 in India. It is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7020 chipset paired up with 12GB RAM, and 256GB storage. In terms of gaming, the device comfortably handles graphic-demanding titles like BGMI, without any frame drops or excessing heating issues. However, if you are an avid intense gamer, who loves extended sessions, the device might not meet your expectations. Otherwise, it is decent for casual gaming. Moto G54 is available for Rs. 15,290 via Amazon.

Display: 6.5-inch IPS LCD | Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7020| RAM: 12GB| Storage: up to256GB | Software: Android 13 | Rear camera: 50MP | Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 192g | Dimensions: 161.5×73.8×8.8mm |Battery: 6000mAh

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5. OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G

OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G sports a 6.72-inch IPS LCD with a 120Hz refresh rate, 20:9 aspect ratio, and 680 nits brightness. It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC with Adreno 619 GPU, 8GB LPDDR4X RAM, and 128GB storage. It is priced at Rs. 19,999 via Amazon.

Display: 6.72-inch IPS LCD | Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | RAM: 8GB| Storage: up to128GB | Software: Android 13 | Rear camera: 108MP+2MP+2MP | Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 195g | Dimensions: 165.5x76x8.3mm |Battery: 5000mAh with 67W

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6. Vivo Y200e 5G

Vivo launched the Y200e 5G smartphone in February 2024. It is powered by Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage that can be expanded up to 1TB. The smartphone is capable of handling everyday tasks as well as gaming titles seamlessly. It is available for Rs. 19,999 via Amazon.

Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED | Processor: Snapdragon 4 Gen 2| RAM: 8GB| Storage: up to128GB | Software: Android 14 | Rear camera: 50MP+2MP | Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 185.5g | Dimensions: 163.17×75.81×7.79mm |Battery: 5000mAh

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7. Realme Narzo 60 5G

Launched in July 2023, the base model of the Narzo 60 Series is a decent gaming performer in the under 20k segment. Realme Narzo 60 is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6020 chipset with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB onboard storage. On the gaming front, this is one of the best smartphones available in this price range currently because it comes with a Mali-G57 (MC2) GPU aimed at providing an excellent gaming experience. Moreover, with improved 5G connectivity, gamers can play high-end games on this device seamlessly. It is available for Rs. 14,999 via Amazon.

Display: 6.43-inch Super AMOLED | Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6020| RAM: 8GB| Storage: up to 256GB | Software: Android 13 | Rear camera: 64MP+2MP | Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 182g | Dimensions: 159.8×72.9×7.9mm |Battery: 5000mAh

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8. Oppo A78 5G

Oppo A78 5G is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset with Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, 8GB RAM, and 128GB storage. It flaunts a 6.56-inch IPS LCD panel with a 90Hz refresh rate, 20:9 aspect ratio, and 600 nits brightness. It is available for Rs. 18,999 viz Croma.

Display: 6.56-inch IPS LCD | Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 700 | RAM: 8GB| Storage: up to128GB | Software: Android 13 | Rear camera: 50MP+2MP | Front camera: 8MP | Weight: 188g | Dimensions: 163.8×75.1×7.9mm |Battery: 5000mAh with 33W

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10. Samsung Galaxy M34 5G

 Launched in July 2023, the successor to Galaxy M33, Samsung Galaxy M34 is powered by Exynos 1280 chipset. In terms of gaming, the Galaxy M34 can run graphically demanding titles like BGMI but not as smoothly as one would want. There is some lag while playing such games with medium graphics and frame rates for an extended duration. It is available for Rs.15,999 via Amazon.

Display: 6.5-inch Super AMOLED | Processor: Samsung Exynos 1280| RAM: 8GB| Storage: up to128GB | Software: Android 13 | Rear camera: 50MP+8MP+2MP | Front camera: 13MP | Weight: 208g | Dimensions: 161.7×77.2×8.8mm |Battery: 6000mAh

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11. Lava Agni 2 5G

Lava Agni 2 was launched in May 2023 and it is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7050 chipset with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. The chipset can handle graphically demanding games like BGMI but with limitations on high graphics and frame rate settings and extended gameplay settings. It can be purchased for Rs. 19,999 via Amazon.

Display: 6.78-inch AMOLED | Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7050| RAM: 8GB| Storage: up to256GB | Software: Android 13 | Rear camera: 50MP+8MP+2MP+2MP | Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 210g | Dimensions: 164.1×74.7×8.7mm |Battery: 5000mAh

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Also Read: Realme XT vs Realme X2 vs Redmi Note 8 Pro Comparison

Best Phone for Gaming under 20,000 INR to buy in India in 2024

These are some of the best available gaming mobile phones under Rs. 20,000.

Here’s the list of best gaming phones under Rs. 20,000 that you can buy in April 2023 in India

PhonePrice (in Indian Rupees)
Poco X5 Pro₹20,000
iQOO Z7₹18,990
Redmi Note 13 5G₹17,999
Moto G5415,290
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G19,999
Vivo Y200e ₹19,999
Realme Narzo 60 ₹14,999
Oppo A78 5G₹18,999
Samsung Galaxy M34₹15,999
Lava Agni 2 5G ₹19,999

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Jubayer
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2 years ago

What about realme c25y

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Deepak Rajawat
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2 years ago

Not suitable for gaming.

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Anonymous
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2 years ago

I am not a gamer but i am a heavy user..i do multitasking and also use large sized apps.By visiting this site i choose samsung m31s.is it enough for fast handling for me?

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Mr Khan
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2 years ago

What about Realme Narzo 30A broo….

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captian manu
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2 years ago

Radmi note 10 pro max 👍👍👍👍👍

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Biswajit doley
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2 years ago

Poco x3 is the best gaming for all games with zero lag as flamedrop.

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Abdulwaheed
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2 years ago

Let’s not suggest based on experience with one phone. It is best we listen to the site managers’ suggestion as they must have tested different phones to come up with the list. Suggestion is a lot of responsibility to carry.

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Mahrez
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3 years ago

Ia realme 7 better then Poco x2

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RookieOne
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3 years ago

more confused now… which one should i choose for PUBG in Realme Narzo 20 Pro, Poco M2 Pro & Redmi Note 9 Pro Max ?

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