Best Lightweight Smartphones: If you’re fed up with chunky phones that bulge your pocket, the market now has slender, light smartphones that don’t sacrifice power or style. If you love gaming, photography, or multitasking, these slim models are packed with powerful performance and premium design in a sleek body. Here’s a glimpse at three top picks that you can opt for if you’d rather have portability without compromising on features.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge offers a great mix of premium features and compact design. It runs on Android v15 and is powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, backed by 12 GB RAM. The phone has a 6.2-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120 Hz refresh rate that ensures fluid scrolling and gaming.
It features a triple camera setup with 50 MP + 12 MP + 10 MP sensors on the rear, and a 12 MP front camera for selfies. Its 4000 mAh battery supports fast charging and comes with a USB Type-C port. With its slim profile and light feel, this flagship is priced at ₹80,999 in India.
Apple iPhone 16E (iPhone SE 4)
Apple iPhone 16E, or iPhone SE 4, brings the Apple ecosystem into a compact and light body. It sports a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with FHD+ resolution but only with a 60 Hz refresh rate. It houses an Apple A18 chip and 8 GB RAM under the hood, providing good day-to-day usage performance.
The phone features a single 48 MP rear camera and 12 MP front camera, with a 3961 mAh battery that can charge fast using USB Type-C. Powered by iOS v18, it is a wonderful option for those who love Apple and want something that’s small but powerful. It is available for ₹54,100.
Samsung Galaxy S24 5G
Samsung Galaxy S24 5G is another thin and trendy option in this category. It also features a 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X FHD+ screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate. It is driven by the Exynos 2400 processor and 8 GB RAM, providing seamless multitasking and gaming performance.
It has a triple camera setup at the back with 50 MP + 12 MP + 10 MP sensors and a 12 MP front-facing camera. The 4000 mAh battery provides dependable everyday use and has fast-charging capabilities through a USB Type-C interface. It uses Android v14 and is priced at ₹44,999, providing a balance between features and cost.