
As the year draws to a close, many exciting smartphones have emerged in the under ₹25,000 price segment. While several devices have made their debut, not all are worth your investment heading into the new year. Here’s a look at some of the best options currently available. The OnePlus Nord CE 5 stands out with its impressive 6.77-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, boasting a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex processor. For photography enthusiasts, it features a 50MP Sony LYT-600 main camera equipped with optical image stabilization (OIS). Additionally, it packs a massive 7,100mAh battery with support for 80W SuperVOOC fast charging, and operates on the sleek OxygenOS 16 based on Android 16. For gamers, the Infinix GT 30 Pro is a fantastic choice, featuring a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. It runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate chipset, complemented by LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. This device is also IP64 rated for dust and splash resistance. A 5,500mAh battery with 45W fast charging and 30W wireless charging support keeps it powered up, while its camera setup includes a 108MP primary lens and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, along with a 13MP front camera for selfies. The POCO X7 Pro impresses with its 6.67-inch 1.5K OLED display, reaching peak brightness levels of up to 3200 nits and supporting Dolby Vision. It is driven by the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra chipset with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. Unique to this segment, it features an IP69 rating for water and dust resistance. With a 6,550mAh battery and 90W fast charging, it’s equipped to keep you connected. Its camera system includes a 50MP main camera and an 8MP ultra-wide lens, alongside a 20MP front-facing camera. Another notable entry is the Realme P3 Ultra, featuring a 6.83-inch 1.5K curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 7i for durability. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset, it has LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The device matches the IP69 rating for top-tier durability and is backed by a 6,000mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC fast charging. The camera setup includes a 50MP Sony IMX896 primary shooter with OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide lens, along with a 16MP selfie camera. Lastly, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro features a 6.7-inch 1.5K pOLED display with a refresh rate of 144Hz and a peak brightness of 2000 nits. It runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset with LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 2.2 storage. With an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance, it can endure submersion in up to 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes. Its 4,500mAh battery supports an incredible 125W TurboPower fast charging and 50W wireless charging. The camera configuration includes a triple-camera setup with a 50MP primary lens, a 13MP ultra-wide lens, and a 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, complemented by a 50MP autofocus front camera for selfies. With these standout options, you're well-equipped to make a smart purchase as the new year approaches.
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