OnePlus launched its latest device – 8T- on Wednesday night. Powered by the Android-based OxygenOS 11, the latest instalment of OnePlus promises to give its users a problem-free experience with the top-notch feel and fast charging. Launched in two variants, the 8GB RAM+128GB storage is priced at Rs. 42,999 and the 12GB RAM+256GB storage will cost you Rs 45,999.
While it is yet to be seen how does the handset turns out to be after a few months of usage, there are other available phones in the market that can still give a tough competition to the latest OnePlus model. Opoyi lists for you the top three phones in and around the same price bracket that you can go for if you do not want to opt for 8T.
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1. Realme X50 Pro 5G
The Realme X50 Pro 5G is one of the earliest 5G-capable phones to launch in India. Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC, the phone boasts of four rear cameras, including 64-megapixel primary shooter, plus a 12-megapixel telephoto camera, 8-megapixel wide-angle camera, and a depth sensor.
The phone offers 65W fast charging and a 90Hz 6.44-inch HDR10+ Super AMOLED screen with dual embedded front cameras.
The Realme X50 Pro 5G starts at Rs. 39,999 for 6GB RAM+ 128GB variant. The variant with 8GB RAM+ 128GB is available for Rs. 41,999. If you want more space, you can go for the 12GB RAM+ 256GB of storage variant, which is priced at Rs. 47,999.
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2. OnePlus 7T Pro
OnePlus 7T Pro offers a 6.67-inch QHD+ 90Hz screen, a pop-up selfie camera, and the Snapdragon 855+ processor. You’ll get a 48-MP primary camera, 16MP ultra-wide camera, an 8MP telephoto camera. Available in Haze Blue, the 8GB RAM + 256GB of storage variant will cost you 37,999.
OnePlus seldom disappoints with camera and battery life, so if you want a seamless experience and a good camera quality along with stylish looks and perfect selfies at an affordable price range, OnePlus 7T can be an interesting choice.
3. Samsung Galaxy Note10 lite
If you want to experience the services of high-end Samsung mobile, Samsung Galaxy Note10 lite could be one of the many options that you can go for. Available in Aura Red, Aura Glow, and Aura Black, Galaxy Note10 Lite houses an S Pen. The phone is powered by Octa-core (2.7 GHz, Quad-core, M3 Mongoose + 1.7 GHz, Quad-core, Cortex A53) processor. It runs on the Samsung Exynos 9 Octa 9810 Chipset.
At a starting price of Rs. 38,999 it is definitely more affordable than the Galaxy Note 10 or the Galaxy Note 10+. The phone packs in a 4,500mAh battery and you get a 25W charger in the box. Galaxy Note10 Lite has three 12MP cameras. At the front, there’s a 32MP with an f/2.2 aperture.
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If security, clicking pictures and premium looks are the thing you are looking for, Galaxy Note10 Lite might just be able to provide you what you were looking for.
Other honorable mentions
Samsung S20, OnePlus Nord 5G, Samsung Galaxy S10, Oppo Reno 10x Zoom, Apple SE (2020).