5 Best smartphones: Looking for a power-packed smartphone without burning a hole in your wallet? The sub-₹25,000 segment in India is buzzing with capable options that deliver great performance, style, and endurance. Whether you’re a gamer, student, or casual user, these smartphones strike an excellent balance between features and price, making them ideal choices in 2025.

iQOO Z10

The iQOO Z10 brings reliable all-around performance for under ₹22,000. Driven by Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chip and 8GB RAM, it provides seamless gaming and multitasking. It has a 6.77-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate for bright visuals. The 50MP dual rear camera module with ring LED handles photography, while the 32MP front camera is for selfies. The 7300mAh fast charging battery with long-lasting usage suits students and high-end users. But it does not have an ultrawide lens and performs poorly during nighttime photography.

vivo T4

At the same price of ₹21,999, Vivo T4 is also on par with the Z10 hardware-wise. It uses the same Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor, 8GB RAM, and 128GB of storage. The screen specs are also identical—a 6.77-inch AMOLED screen with a 120Hz display. With a 50MP + 2MP dual rear camera and 32MP front camera, it suits content creators and selfie enthusiasts. The humongous 7300mAh battery with flash charging makes for long screen use. Lacking an ultrawide camera and NFC, it is still a good option with the performance, battery, and slim design.

Motorola Edge 60 Stylus

The Motorola Edge 60 Stylus, which comes at ₹22,980, is aimed at productivity consumers with its included stylus. The phone features a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chip and 8GB RAM. The 6.7-inch FHD+ P-OLED display features a 120Hz refresh rate, perfect for stylus input. The camera features a 50MP + 13MP rear combination and a 32MP front camera. A 5000mAh battery that is Turbo Power-enabled delivers day-long charge. AI features contribute to the user experience, although palm rejection during stylus use is less than ideal, and low-light photos might not be everyone’s cup of tea.

Motorola Edge 60 Fusion

Priced at ₹22,495, the Motorola Edge 60 Fusion is in a class of its own with a Dimensity 7400 chipset and 8GB RAM. Its 6.67-inch P-OLED FHD+ display and Dolby Atmos speakers make it a multimedia-friendly smartphone. The triple-camera setup featuring a 50MP + 13MP combo and 32MP front camera sensor manages most shooting situations easily. With 256GB of built-in storage and a 5500mAh battery, it’s perfect for users who require lots of space and battery life. But the lack of NFC and mediocre low-light photography are negatives.

Nothing Phone 3a

Nothing Phone 3a breaks design barriers at ₹24,999. It comes powered by Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 along with 8GB RAM and supports a 6.77-inch Flexible AMOLED FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Its camera is the highlight, featuring a 50MP + 8MP + 50MP setup at the rear along with a 32MP front camera. The OS is clean and gives a nearly-stock Android feel. A 5000mAh battery enables fast charging, but the cumbersome design and absence of an in-box charger may deter some buyers.