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Our ranking criteria
We research and look for various features in a smartphone to ensure you make a worthy purchase. Apart from the camera specifications, we also look for the display, battery, chipset, refresh rate, battery and memory. We also consider the user ratings and reviews to help you make a purchase that suits your requirement.
Things to look for while buying
When buying a smartphone, one should also consider things like the processor, battery and design. Choosing a smartphone with a high megapixel front and rear camera helps you click pictures and make clear and bright memories. One should look for a phone that has ample storage space and comes with expandable memory. Apart from features and specifications, one must keep their budget in mind.
iQOO Z6 Lite
The iQOO Z6 Lite has a dual camera setup which includes a 50-megapixel primary camera and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The rear cameras can record in 1080p at 30FPS supported by a dual-LED dual-tone flash module. The front-facing camera is an 8-megapixel unit and can also record in 1080p at 30FPS. Coming to the display, it is a 6.58-inch large screen with 120Hz refresh rate support so everything is super smooth and crisp with Full HD+ resolution. Under the hood lies the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chip which is paired with 4GB/6GB RAM and 64GB/128GB storage. It runs on Funtouch OS 12 which is based on Android 12. The Z6 Lite also has a 3.5mm audio jack and comes equipped with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W charging speed.The slim and lightweight design makes it a comfortable option to carry and use.
Redmi Note 11
The Redmi Note 11 has one of the most versatile camera setup for a phone under ₹15000 in India. There is a 50-megapixel main camera that offers an f/1.8 aperture alongside an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera, a 2-megapixel depth sensor and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The rear cameras can record in 1080p at 30FPS and we get a 13-megapixel selfie camera upfront. Other features include a 6.43 AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass 3 protection. The Redmi Note 11 is powered by the Snapdragon 680 chip which is paired with 4GB/6GB RAM and 64GB/128GB storage options to choose from. The Note 11 also has stereo speakers, a 3.5mm audio jack and a fingerprint reader on the side. It comes equipped with a 5,000mAh battery which supports 33W fast charging out-of-the-box.The 33-watt charging support makes charging fast by up to 15%.
Samsung Galaxy M33
The Samsung Galaxy M33 offers quite a versatile camera setup that consists of the main 50-megapixel camera with f/1.8 aperture, a 5-megapixel ultra-wide camera with 123-degree FOV, a 2-megapixel depth sensor and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The rear camera can record in 4K UHD at 30FPS and there’s an 8-megapixel selfie camera upfront. Other than that, the Galaxy M33 features a 6.6-inch Full HD+ display with 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass 5 protection and is powered by the Exynos 1280 chip which brings in 5G support. This is paired with 6GB/8GB RAM and a 128GB storage option along with a dedicated microSD card slot for storage expansion. The Galaxy M33 has a large 6,000mAh battery which supports 25W fast charging.The Galaxy M33 runs on OneUI 4.1 which is based on Android 12.
Realme 9i 5G
The Realme 9i 5G features a 50-megapixel primary camera that offers an f/1.8 aperture along with a 2-megapixel macro camera and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The rear camera can record in 1080p at 30FPS and there’s an 8-megapixel front camera for selfies. The Realme 9i 5G is powered by the Dimensity 810 chip which is paired with 4GB/6GB RAM and 64GB/128GB storage along with a dedicated microSD card slot. It runs on Android 12-based Realme UI 3.0. The Realme 9i 5G has a fingerprint reader on the side and supports 18W charging speed.The display upfront measures 6.6-inch and supports a 90Hz refresh rate with Panda Glass protection.
Poco M4 Pro 5G
The Poco M4 Pro 5G features a dual camera array with a 50-megapixel main camera and an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera. The rear cameras record in 1080p at upto 60FPS and there is a 16-megapixel selfie camera upfront. The M4 Pro 5G is powered by the Dimensity 810 chip and is paired with 4GB/6GB RAM with 64GB/128GB storage. It runs on Android 12-based MIUI 12.5. The Poco M4 Pro 5G features a large 6.6-inch Full HD+ display with 90Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass 3 protection. The Poco M4 Pro 5G also has stereo speakers and a 3.5mm audio jack. It is also IP53 rated for protection against dust and splashes of water.The Poco M4 Pro 5G has a 5,000mAh battery and supports 33W fast charging.
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