Best Smartphones Under 20000 In India (September 2023)
Looking for some of the smartphones under 20000? As you may know, there are dozens of brands available in the market such as Redmi, Oppo, Xiaomi and some come with vastly different price tags. Let us help you out here – we have handpicked for you the best smartphones under 20000.
To compile our list of the best smartphones under 20000, we’ve researched and evaluated a range of the best-selling smartphones under 20000 on the market. We recommend Redmi Smartphones Under 20000 as our top pick because of its best overall performance. Want to explore more options? Read on! There’s also a buying guide to help you make a wise shopping decision.
Editor's Pick
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G (Black Dusk, 6GB RAM, 128GB Storage)
Premium Pick
Redmi 9 Activ (Carbon Black, 4GB RAM, 64GB Storage) | Octa-core Helio G35 | 5000 mAh Battery
Budget Pick
OPPO A31 (Mystery Black, 6GB RAM, 128GB Storage) with No Cost EMI/Additional Exchange Offers
Top 10 Best Smartphones Under 20000
1. OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G (Black Dusk, 6GB RAM, 128GB Storage)
Technical Details |
OS | OxygenOS |
RAM | 6 GB |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Wireless communication technologies | Cellular |
Special features | Fingerprint Scanner, Face Unlock, LED Flash, Camera |
Other display features | Wireless |
Other camera features | Front |
Form factor | Smartphone |
Colour | Black Dusk |
Battery Power Rating | 5000 |
- Camera: 64MP Main Camera with EIS; 2MP Depth Lens and 2MP Macro Lens; Front (Selfie) Camera: 16MP Sony IMX471
- Camera Features: AI scene enhancement, Dual-View Video, HDR, Night Portrait, Panorama Mode, Retouch Filters, 1080p video at 30 fps, SLO-MO: 720p video at 120 fps, TIME-LAPSE: 1080p video at 30 fps, Video editor, Face unlock, Screen flash, HDR, NIGHT, PORTRAIT, TIME-LAPSE, Retouch, Filters
- Display: 6.59 Inches; 120 Hz Refresh Rate; Support sRGB, Display P3; Resolution: 2412 x 1080 pixels 402ppi; Aspect Ratio: 20:9
- Display Features: Dark mode
- Operating System: Oxygen OS based on Android 12
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
- Battery & Charging: 5000 mAh with 33W SuperVOOC
- Alexa Hands-Free capable: Download the Alexa app to use Alexa hands-free. Play music, make calls, hear news, open apps, navigate, and more, all using just your voice, while on-the-go
- Cellular technology:5g, 4g lte, Operating system:oxygenos, Display type:lcd, Form factor:smartphone
2. Redmi 9 Activ (Carbon Black, 4GB RAM, 64GB Storage) | Octa-core Helio G35 | 5000 mAh Battery
Technical Details |
OS | MIUI 12, Android MIUI 12 |
RAM | 4 GB |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Wireless communication technologies | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Connectivity technologies | WiFi Bluetooth;USB |
GPS | GLONASS |
Special features | Fingerprint Scanner, Rear Camera, Front Camera, Dual_Sim, Dual Camera, Camera |
Colours displayed | 20:9 aspect ratio; |
Other display features | Wireless |
Device interface - primary | Touchscreen |
Resolution | 720 x 1600 |
Other camera features | Dual Rear camera (13MP+2MP)|5MP Front camera |
Form factor | Bar |
Colour | Carbon Black |
Battery Power Rating | 5000 |
Phone Standby Time (with data) | 580 Hours |
- Processor: Octa-core Helio G35 and upto 2.3GHz clock speed
- Camera: 13+2 MP Dual Rear camera with AI portrait| 5 MP front camera
- Display: 16.58 centimeters (6.53-inch) HD+ display with 720x1600 pixels and 20:9 aspect ratio
- Battery: 5000 mAH large battery with 10W wired charger in-box
- Memory, Storage & SIM: 4GB RAM | 64GB storage | Dual SIM (nano+nano) + Dedicated SD card slot
3. OPPO A31 (Mystery Black, 6GB RAM, 128GB Storage) with No Cost EMI/Additional Exchange Offers
Technical Details |
OS | Android 9.0 |
RAM | 6 GB |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Wireless communication technologies | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Connectivity technologies | 4g |
Special features | Acceleration sensor, Magnetic induction, Fingerprint, Proximity Sensor, Dual SIM, OTG, GPS, Pedometer, G-sensor, Light sensor, Other sensors, Video Player, Music Player |
Colours displayed | 269 ppi pixel density |
Other display features | Wireless |
Device interface - primary | Touchscreen |
Other camera features | Triple Rear Camera (12 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP) | 8 MP Front Camera |
Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Form factor | Smartphone |
Colour | Mystery Black |
Battery Power Rating | 4230 |
Phone Talk Time | 45 Hours |
Phone Standby Time (with data) | 450 Hours |
- 12+2+2MP triple rear camera (12MP main camera+2MP macro lens+2MP depth camera) with Portrait bokeh, macro lens, dazzle color mode, AI beautification | 8MP front camera. OTG : Supported NFC : No
- 16.5 centimeters (6.5-inch) waterdrop multi touch screen with an 89% screen to body ratio | 1600 x 720 pixels resolution, 269 ppi pixel density
- Memory, Storage & SIM: 6GB RAM | 128GB internal memory expandable up to 256GB | Dual SIM (nano+nano) dual-standby (4G+4G)
- Android Pie v9.0 based on ColorOS 6.1 operating system with 2.3GHz Mediatek 6765 octa core processor, IMG GE8320
- 4230mAH lithium-polymer battery providing talk-time of 45 hours and standby time of 450 hours
- 1 year manufacturer warranty for device and 6 months manufacturer warranty for in-box accessories including batteries from the date of purchase
- Box also includes: USB cable, Sim tray ejecter, pre-applied screen protector and protective case, booklet with warranty card and quick guide. The box does not include earphones
4. OPPO A74 5G (Fantastic Purple,6GB RAM,128GB Storage) with No Cost EMI/Additional Exchange Offers
Technical Details |
OS | Android 11 |
RAM | 6 GB |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Wireless communication technologies | Bluetooth, Cellular, Wi-Fi |
Connectivity technologies | WiFi Bluetooth |
GPS | True |
Special features | Dual SIM, Fingerprint Sensor, gamer mode, Bigger Battery, Smartphone |
Display technology | AMOLED |
Other display features | Wireless |
Device interface - primary | Touchscreen |
Other camera features | Triple Rear Camera (48 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP) | 8 MP Front Camera |
Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Form factor | Bar |
Colour | Fantastic Purple |
Battery Power Rating | 5000 |
Phone Talk Time | 45 Hours |
Phone Standby Time (with data) | 475 Hours |
- 6.49" Inch 16.5cm FHD+ Punch-hole Display with 2400x1080 pixels. Larger screen to body ratio of 90.5%.Side Fingerprint Sensor
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G GPU 619 at 650 MHz Support 5G sim Powerful 2 GHz Octa-core processor, support LPDDR4X memory and latest UFS 2.1 gear 3 storage
- 5000 mAh lithium polymer battery
- 48MP Quad Camera 48MP Main + 2MP Macro + 2MP Depth Lens 8MP Front Camera
- Memory, Storage & SIM: 6GB RAM 128GB internal memory expandable up to 256GB Dual SIM nano+nano dual-standby 5G+5G. Color OS 11.1 based on Android v11.0 operating system
- Connector type: USB Type C
- Display type: LCD
5. Redmi 9A Sport (Coral Green, 2GB RAM, 32GB Storage) | 2GHz Octa-core Helio G25 Processor | 5000 mAh
Technical Details |
OS | MIUI 12 |
RAM | 2 GB |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Wireless communication technologies | Cellular |
Connectivity technologies | WiFi Bluetooth;USB |
GPS | GLONASS |
Special features | Rear Camera, Front Camera, Dual_Sim, Face Unlock, Camera |
Other display features | Wireless |
Resolution | 720 x 1600 |
Other camera features | Rear Camera (13MP) | 5MP Front Camera |
Form factor | Bar |
Colour | Coral Green |
Battery Power Rating | 5000 |
Phone Standby Time (with data) | 576 Hours |
- Processor: MediaTek Helio G25 Octa-core; Up to 2.0GHz clock speed
- Camera: 13 MP Rear camera with AI portrait| 5 MP front camera
- Display: 16.58 centimeters (6.53-inch) HD+ display with 720x1600 pixels and 20:9 aspect ratio
- Battery: 5000 mAH large battery with 10W wired charger in-box
- Memory, Storage & SIM: 2GB RAM | 32GB storage | Dual SIM (nano+nano) + Dedicated SD card slot
- The Selfie camera allows easy and convenient access to your phone with AI face unlock
- Form factor:Bar,Operating system:MIUI 12
6. Redmi 10 Prime (Phantom Black 6GB RAM 128GB ROM |Helio G88 with extendable RAM Upto 2GB |FHD+ 90Hz
Technical Details |
OS | MIUI 12.5, Android MIUI 12.5 |
RAM | 6 GB |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Wireless communication technologies | Cellular |
Connectivity technologies | WiFi Bluetooth;Infrared;USB |
GPS | GLONASS |
Special features | Camera Corning gorilla glass 3 protection;Dual stereo speakers, IR Blaster;Splash-proof nano coating |
Display technology | LCD, LCD |
Colours displayed | Dot display with 90Hz high refresh rate and adaptive refresh rate technology; ; 180Hz touch sampling |
Other display features | Wireless |
Device interface - primary | Touchscreen |
Resolution | 1080p |
Other camera features | 50MP Superstar Camera ,8MP Ultra-wide ,2MP Macro ,2MP Depth ,8MP- AI Selfie Camera, Quad Rear Camera (50MP+8MP+2MP+2MP)|Front Camera (8 MP) |
Form factor | Bar |
Colour | Phantom Black |
Battery Power Rating | 6000 |
Phone Standby Time (with data) | 723 Hours |
- Processor: MediaTek Helio G88 Octa-core processor with HyperEngine 2.0 ; Up to 2.0GHz clock speed;
- Battery: 6000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support. Upto 9W reverse charging. In box - 22.5W wired charger
- Display: 6.5 inch FHD+ (2400x1080) Dot display with 90Hz high refresh rate and adaptive refresh rate technology; ; 180Hz touch sampling
- Memory, Storage : 6GB LPDDR4X RAM | 128GB Internal storage
- Display type:FHD+,Form factor:Bar,Operating system:MIUI 12.5;Android MIUI 12.5
7. Redmi Note 11T 5G (Matte Black, 8GB RAM, 128GB ROM)| Dimensity 810 5G | 33W Pro Fast Charging |
Technical Details |
OS | Android 11 MIUI 12.5 |
RAM | 8 GB |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Wireless communication technologies | Cellular |
Connectivity technologies | WiFi Bluetooth;Infrared;Wi-Fi;USB |
GPS | True |
Special features | 3.5mm Jack, IR Blaster, X-Axis Linear Vibration Motor, Corning gorilla glass 3 protection, Dual Stereo Speakers for immersive audio experience. Hi-Res certified audio, Splash, Water and Dust Resistant- IP53 |
Other display features | Wireless |
Resolution | 1080p |
Other camera features | 50MP+8MP | 16 MP Front Camera |
Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Colour | Matte Black |
Battery Power Rating | 5000 |
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 810 Octa-core 5G processor based on 6nm process with HyperEngine 2.0 and clock speed up to 2.4GHz;
- Display: 6.6 inch FHD+ (2400x1080) Dot display with 90Hz high refresh rate and adaptive refresh rate technology; 240Hz touch sampling rate;
- Camera: 50MP High resolution primary camera f/1.8 with 8MP Ultra-wide sensor| 16 MP Front camera
- Battery: 5000mAh battery with 33W Pro fast charging support
- Memory, Storage : 8GB LPDDR4X RAM | 128GB UFS2.2 Internal storage
- Headphones jack:3.5mm,Display type:LCD,Operating system:MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11
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8. Redmi A1 (Light Blue, 2GB RAM, 32GB Storage) | Segment Best AI Dual Cam | 5000mAh Battery | Leather
Technical Details |
OS | Android Go |
RAM | 2 GB |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Wireless communication technologies | Bluetooth, Cellular, Wi-Fi |
Connectivity technologies | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB |
GPS | True |
Special features | Splash proof design, 8MP AI Dual Camera Portrait mode | Short video | Time-lapse, 3.5mm Jack, Dedicated Micro SD Slot |
Other display features | Wireless |
Device interface - primary | Touchscreen |
Other camera features | Rear, Front |
Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Form factor | Bar |
Colour | Light Blue |
Battery Power Rating | 5000 |
- Display: 16.56cm HD+ Scratch resistant display
- Processor: MediaTek Helio A22 processor; up to 2.0GHz
- Camera: 8MP Dual camera | 5MP Front camera
- Memory, Storage & SIM: 2GB LPDDR4x RAM | 32GB storage expandable up to 512GB with dedicated SD card slot | Dual SIM (nano+nano) dual standby (4G+4G)
- Battery: 5000 mAh large battery with 10W in-box charger
9. Redmi 10A (Slate Grey, 4GB RAM, 64GB Storage) | 2 Ghz Octa Core Helio G25 | 5000 mAh Battery |
Technical Details |
OS | MIUI 12.5 |
RAM | 4 GB |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Wireless communication technologies | Cellular |
Connectivity technologies | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB |
GPS | True |
Special features | Portrait | Time Lapse | Pro Mode | Night Mode | Short Video Mode | HDR | Google Lens, 3.5mm Jack, Dedicated Micro SD Slot |
Display technology | LCD |
Other display features | Wireless |
Device interface - primary | Touchscreen |
Other camera features | Rear Camera (13MP) | 5MP Front Camera |
Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Form factor | Bar |
Colour | Slate Grey |
Battery Power Rating | 5000 |
- Camera: 13MP Rear Camera | 5MP Front Camera
- Display: HD+(1600x700) IPS LCD display; 15.58 centimeters (6.53 inch); 20:9 aspect ratio
- Processor: MediaTek Helio G25 Octa-core processor; Up to 2.0 GHz clock speed
- Battery: 5000 mAh large battery with 10W fast charger in-box and Micro USB connectivity
- Memory, Storage & SIM:4GB RAM | 64GB storage expandable upto 512GB with dedicated SD card slot | Dual SIM (nano+nano) dual standby(4G+4G)
10. Redmi 10A Sport (Slate Grey, 6GB RAM, 128GB Storage) | 2 Ghz Octa Cor Helio G25 | 5000 mAh Battery |
Technical Details |
OS | MIUI 12.5 |
RAM | 6 GB |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Item part number | 10a |
Wireless communication technologies | Cellular |
Connectivity technologies | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB |
GPS | True |
Special features | Portrait | Time Lapse | Pro Mode | Night Mode | Short Video Mode | HDR | Google Lens, 3.5mm Jack, Dedicated Micro SD Slot |
Other display features | Wireless |
Other camera features | Rear Camera (13MP) | 5MP Front Camera |
Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Colour | Slate Grey |
Battery Power Rating | 5000 |
- Camera: 13MP Rear Camera | 5MP Front Camera
- Display: HD+(1600x700) IPS LCD display; 15.58 centimeters (6.53 inch); 20:9 aspect ratio
- Processor: MediaTek Helio G25 Octa-core processor; Up to 2.0 GHz clock speed
- Battery: 5000 mAh large battery with 10W fast charger in-box and Micro USB connectivity
- Memory, Storage & SIM:6GB RAM (expandable to 8GB with RAM Booster) | 128GB storage expandable upto 512GB with dedicated SD card slot | Dual SIM (nano+nano) dual standby(4G+4G)