Best smartphones under Rs 50,000: Xiaomi 14 CIVI, OnePlus 12R, and other mobiles from popular brands

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With new smartphones entering the Indian market almost weekly, staying updated and determining the best options can be challenging. To help simplify your decision-making, here is a list of the top smartphones priced around Rs 50,000, including the recently launched Realme GT 6, Motorola Edge 50 Ultra, and others, presented in no particular order.

Mobiles under Rs 50,000 from top brands

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Xiaomi 14 CIVI

The Xiaomi 14 CIVI boasts a 6.55-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. The Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset powers it and features a triple rear camera system, including two 50MP sensors and a 12MP ultrawide sensor, along with dual 32MP front cameras. The phone is equipped with a 4,700mAh battery that supports 67W fast charging, ensuring long-lasting battery life. It runs on HyperOS based on Android 14. The base variant with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage is priced at Rs 42,999, while the 12GB RAM and 512GB variant costs Rs 47,999, with a Rs 3,000 discount available for HDFC and ICICI Bank cardholders.

OnePlus 12R

The OnePlus 12R boasts a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. It is available in two configurations: 8GB+128GB priced at Rs 39,999 and 16GB+256GB priced at Rs 45,999. The phone features a triple camera setup with a 50MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro camera, along with a 16MP front camera. It is equipped with a 5,500 mAh battery that supports 100W fast charging, although it does not support wireless charging.

Google Pixel 8a

The Pixel 8a, powered by Google's Tensor G3 chip, incorporates advanced AI tools such as Best Take and Magic Editor. Its 6.1-inch display now boasts a 120Hz refresh rate, and it introduces a new 256GB storage option. The dual-camera setup includes a 64MP main sensor and a 13MP ultra-wide sensor, complemented by a 13MP front camera. Google's AI further enriches the user experience with features like Gemini, an AI assistant, and Circle to Search for convenient information retrieval. Available in Aloe, Bay, Obsidian, and Porcelain colors, the Pixel 8a starts at Rs 52,999 for 128GB storage and Rs 59,999 for the 256GB variant.

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Samsung Galaxy A55

The Samsung Galaxy A55 5G features a 6.6-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. Its camera setup includes a 50MP main camera, a 12MP ultra-wide lens, a 5MP macro lens, and a 32MP front camera. It runs on Android 14 with One UI 6.1 and is available in three configurations: 8GB+128GB, 8GB+256GB, and 12GB+256GB, priced at Rs 39,999, Rs 42,999, and Rs 45,999 respectively. The phone is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery and promises four generations of OS updates and five years of security updates. HDFC Bank and One cardholders can avail of an additional Rs 3,000 discount.

Realme GT 6

The Realme GT 6 is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset and offers configurations with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. It features a 6.78-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display with a peak brightness of 6,000 nits. The rear triple-camera setup includes three 50MP sensors for wide, ultrawide, and telephoto shots, while the front houses a 32MP lens for selfies. It is equipped with a 5,500mAh battery that supports 120W fast charging, allowing it to reach 50% charge in under 10 minutes. The Realme GT 6 is available in Fluid Silver and Razor Green colours and comes in three variants: 8GB+256GB priced at Rs 40,999, 12GB+256GB priced at Rs 42,999, and 16GB+512GB priced at Rs 44,999. Pre-orders are open until June 24 with a Rs 4,000 instant cashback available for select bank cardholders.

Motorola Edge 50 Ultra

Motorola's Edge 50 Ultra features a 6.7-inch 1.5K pOLED display with a 144 Hz refresh rate and 2,800 nits peak brightness. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage. The device boasts a triple camera setup including dual 50MP + 64MP sensors, along with a 50MP front camera. It houses a 4,500 mAh battery supporting 125W TurboPower charging, 50W wireless charging, and 10W wireless power sharing. Operating on Android 14, it guarantees three OS upgrades and four years of security updates. Available in Nordic Wood, Forest Gray, and Peach Fuzz, it will be priced at Rs 54,999 starting June 24. HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank cardholders will receive an additional Rs 5,000 off.

vivo V30 Pro

The vivo V30 Pro features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, powered by the MediaTek 8200 chipset. It supports up to 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. The camera setup includes three 50MP sensors on the rear, comprising a primary, a telephoto, and an ultra-wide-angle lens. For selfies, it boasts a 50MP front camera. With a 5,000mAh battery and 80W fast charging capability, the Vivo V30 Pro is designed for power users. Prices start at Rs 41,999 for the 8GB/256GB variant and Rs 46,999 for the 12GB/512GB model.

iQOO Neo 9 Pro

The iQOO Neo 9 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and the in-house SuperComputing Chip Q1. It boasts a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and 3,000 nits peak brightness. The phone features a flagship 50MP Sony IMX920 camera and an 8MP ultrawide lens. It is equipped with a 5,160 mAh battery that supports 120W fast charging. Running on Funtouch OS 14 based on Android 14, it offers three years of Android updates and four years of security updates. The phone is priced at Rs 35,999 for the 8GB+128GB variant, Rs 36,999 for the 8GB+256GB variant, and Rs 38,999 for the 12GB+256GB configuration.