Best AI Smartphones Under ₹50,000

AI has become one of the biggest smartphone features in 2026, but not every phone uses AI in the same way. Some focus on AI photography and editing, while others add AI-powered productivity tools, translation, search and personalised assistance.

If you are looking for an AI smartphone under ₹50,000 in India, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE 5G,OnePlus Nord 6 and Motorola Edge 70 Pro offer different approaches to AI, along with strong cameras, displays and performance.

In this comparison, we look at their AI features, camera capabilities and performance to help you understand what each phone actually offers.

Price note: The Galaxy S24 FE 5G launched in India at ₹59,999 (8GB+128GB) in 2024, but its price has since dropped significantly - it now retails around ₹38,999–39,999, placing it firmly under ₹50,000 alongside the Nord 6 and Edge 70 Pro. Prices can still change with sales and bank offers, so check current listings before buying.

Best AI Smartphones Under ₹50,000: Quick Comparison

*Specifications and prices are based on current listings as of September 2026 and may vary by retailer, storage variant, and       ongoing offers.

1. Best AI Smartphones Under ₹50,000

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE 5G runs the full Galaxy AI suite - Circle to Search, Generative Edit, Interpreter, Live Translate, Portrait Studio and Note Assist - covering search, photo editing, translation and productivity in one package.

Features

• AI: Circle to Search, Generative Edit, Portrait Studio, Edit Suggestions, Interpreter, Live Translate, Note Assist - covering search, photography, communication and productivity
• Camera: 50MP main + 12MP ultrawide + 8MP telephoto (3x optical zoom), OIS, and Samsung's ProVisual Engine for AI-driven image processing, Nightography and scene optimisation
• Performance: Exynos 2400e chipset, 6.7-inch 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, 25W wired charging
• Battery: 4,700mAh
• Software: 7 OS upgrades, 7 years of security updates

2. OnePlus Nord 6

The OnePlus Nord 6 focuses on AI photography with AI Eraser, Portrait Glow, Perfect Shot, Unblur and Reframe, plus productivity tools for translation, summaries, writing and tables.

Features

• AI: AI Eraser, AI Portrait Glow, AI Perfect Shot, AI Unblur, AI Reframe, plus tools for translation, summaries, writing, mind maps and tables
• Camera: 50MP Sony LYTIA-600 main with dual-axis OIS + 8MP ultrawide + 32MP selfie camera, 4K 60fps video
• Performance: Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM, UFS 4.1 storage, up to 165 FPS gameplay on BGMI (per OnePlus testing) aided by a dedicated Touch Reflex chip
• Battery: 9,000mAh
• Charging: 80W SuperVOOC, 27W reverse charging

3. Motorola Edge 70 Pro

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is built around Moto AI - AI Image Studio, Sketch to Image, Style Sync, Catch Me Up and Recall - with optional Gemini integration for extended AI capabilities.

Features

• AI: Moto AI, AI Image Studio, Sketch to Image, Style Sync, Catch Me Up, Live transcription, Recall, with integration including Gemini depending on feature and software availability
• Camera: Dual rear setup - 50MP Sony LYT-710 main with OIS + 50MP ultrawide - plus a 50MP autofocus selfie camera, 4K 60fps video. No telephoto/periscope lens on this base model (that's exclusive to the pricier Edge 70 Pro+)
• Performance: Dimensity 8500 Extreme, up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM, UFS 4.1 storage
• Battery: 6,500mAh silicon-carbon
• Charging: 90W TurboPower

Camera Comparison

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE: 50MP + 12MP + 8MP setup with 3x optical zoom, OIS and Samsung's ProVisual Engine. Best suited for: users who want a versatile camera system combined with Galaxy AI editing.

OnePlus Nord 6: 50MP Sony LYTIA-600 main + 8MP ultrawide + 32MP selfie, with dual-axis OIS and several dedicated AI editing tools. Best suited for: users who want AI-powered photo editing alongside strong performance.

Motorola Edge 70 Pro: 50MP Sony LYT-710 + 50MP ultrawide + 50MP selfie, with AI-assisted imaging and 4K 60fps recording (no telephoto on this base model). Best suited for: users interested in low-light photography and AI-assisted image processing.

Performance Comparison

Which AI Smartphone Should You Choose?

For Galaxy AI Features: The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE offers a broad set of AI tools covering photography, search, translation, communication and productivity.

For AI + Gaming Performance: The OnePlus Nord 6 combines its AI tools with Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 performance, a 165Hz display and a 9,000mAh battery.

For AI Photography and Battery: The Motorola Edge 70 Pro combines Moto AI imaging with a 50MP Sony LYT-710 camera, Dimensity 8500 Extreme processor and 6,500mAh battery.

FAQs

Which is the best AI smartphone under ₹50,000?
It depends on the type of AI experience you want. Samsung focuses on Galaxy AI, OnePlus combines AI with performance and battery life, while Motorola focuses on Moto AI and AI-assisted imaging.

Which phone has the best AI camera?
All three use AI for photography, but they take different approaches. Samsung emphasises its ProVisual Engine and Galaxy AI editing, OnePlus offers numerous AI editing tools, while Motorola focuses strongly on AI-assisted low-light and image processing.

Does the Motorola Edge 70 Pro have a telephoto camera?
No. The base Edge 70 Pro has a dual 50MP main + 50MP ultrawide setup with no telephoto lens. The telephoto/periscope zoom camera is exclusive to the Edge 70 Pro+.

Does smartphone AI work without the internet?
Some features can run on-device, while others require an internet connection or cloud-based processing.

Is AI useful on smartphones?
AI can be useful for practical tasks such as removing unwanted objects from photos, translating content, summarising information, improving images and assisting with writing.