Best Smartphones with Android 14 : Android 14 offers improved optimizations, increased privacy, enhanced customization features, and better AI assistance. When purchasing a new smartphone in 2025, attempting to look for one that comes with Android 14 out of the box will allow you to enjoy everything fresh without having to wait for the update to come in. Here are some of the Android 14 smartphones currently available for purchase in India.

1. Nothing Phone (2a)

Nothing to manufacture its Phone (2a) in India - BusinessToday

Price & Approx: ₹23,999

The cheapest alternative from Nothing, Phone (2), runs on Nothing OS 2.5 based on Android 14. The unique personal design, vibrant AMOLED display, and smooth performance of the phone courtesy of Mediatek Dimensity 7200 Pro look fairer in favor of this phone. This comes with close to stock Android with little bloatware and frequent updates.

Highlights:

  • 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate.
  • Android 14 with Nothing OS 2.5.
  • A 50MP dual rear camera.
  • Clean, minimal UI with Glyph Interface.

2. Pixel 8a

REVIEW: Pixel 8a - Pixel Pricing Predicament

Price: ₹52,999 (Approx.)

Just above the mid-range, the Google Pixel 8a is the cheapest of their phone that runs Android 14 out-of-the-box. It provides the best stock Android experience with updates directly from Google. With the Tensor G3 chip, great cameras, and AI-enhanced features, it is a worthy candidate for Android enthusiasts.

Highlights:

  • Android 14 (Stock)
  • Google Tensor G3 processor
  • 64MP dual camera setup
  • 7 years of software support

(Chinese variant; Indian model expected soon)

3. iQOO Z9 Turbo

iQOO Z9 Turbo Plus Launched in China With Dimensity 9300+ SoC - Smartprix

Expected Price (India): Less than ₹30,000

With the best hardware running on Android 14 with Funtouch OS, the iQOO Z9 Turbo is a gaming and multitasking beast with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. Future-proofing aside, it is readily useful for everyday needs.

Highlights:

  • Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
  • Android 14 with Funtouch OS
  • 50MP camera with OIS
  • Large 6000mAh battery with fast charging

4. Samsung Galaxy A35 5G

Samsung Galaxy A35 review: Consistency wins - Times of India

Price: ₹30,999 (approx.)

Android 14 with One UI 6.1 is preloaded on Galaxy A35, offering the reliability and premium feel desired by smartphone users, complemented by AMOLED visuals, premium build quality, and long-term update support.

Highlights:

  • Android 14 with One UI 6.1
  • Exynos 1380 processor
  • 6.6″ Super AMOLED display
  • 4 years of OS + 5 years of security updates

5. Realme Narzo 70 Pro 5G

realme Narzo 70 Pro 5G Specifications - realme (India)

Price: ₹19,999 (approx.)

Perhaps one of the cheapest phones to offer Android 14 out of the box, the Narzo 70 Pro certainly looks good as far as performance and freshness of software is concerned. It is packed with the Sony IMX890 sensor and is now supporting Realme UI 5.0 based upon Android 14.

Highlights:

  • Android 14 with Realme UI 5.0
  • Sony IMX890 50MP camera with OIS
  • AMOLED display, 120Hz refresh
  • MediaTek Dimensity 7050 chipset

In 2025, smartphones with Android 14 out-of-the-box will not only equip you with all the newest features but also security for the long term, more intelligent personalization, and overall smooth user experience. Be it clean stock UI, glam design appeal, or extreme performance, there is an Android 14 phone for every kind of user across every budget.