Best Smartphones Under ₹30,000: Samsung, Realme and Redmi Compared

If the budget is less than ₹30,000 and a new smartphone is on the shopping list, several options pack useful features with competitive pricing. The Samsung Galaxy M36 5G, Realme NARZO 80 Pro 5G and the Redmi Note 15 5G are three models that are worth considering in this price segment.

Best smartphones under ₹30,000 compared 

These smartphones bring features in displays, cameras, battery capacity and performance. Here's a quick comparison of the three phones before we look at each model in detail.

Samsung Galaxy M36 5G

The Samsung Galaxy M36 5G combines a modern design with features aimed at everyday photography, video recording and entertainment. The smartphone comes with a triple rear camera setup comprising a 50MP primary camera, an 8MP camera and a 2MP camera. A 13MP front camera is available for selfies and video calls.

The Galaxy M36 5G features a 6.7-inch AMOLED display and packs a 5,000mAh battery; and the phone can also record video in up to 4K resolution. Its 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant starts at ₹19,999, placing it comfortably below the ₹30,000 budget.

Realme NARZO 80 Pro 5G

The Realme NARZO 80 Pro 5G is another option for buyers looking for a combination of performance, battery capacity and display quality; also, it features a 6.77-inch AMOLED display and is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 processor.

For photography, the smartphone has a 50MP rear camera, while selfies are handled by a 16MP front camera. It can record videos in up to 4K resolution. The phone also packs a larger 6,000mAh battery, which can appeal to users who prioritise battery capacity.

The 6GB RAM and 128GB storage version starts at ₹19,999. Thus, making it one of the lower-priced options among these three smartphones.

Redmi Note 15 5G

The Redmi Note 15 5G offers another combination of design, display and camera-focused features; and the smartphone comes with a 6.7-inch display and is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor.

Photography is a major feature, with the phone offering a 108MP camera setup; and the model highlighted here comes with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage and is priced at ₹24,999.

For buyers looking for a higher-resolution primary camera and 8GB RAM within a sub-₹30,000 budget, the Redmi Note 15 5G is another model to consider.

Conclusion

The Samsung Galaxy M36 5G, Realme NARZO 80 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 15 5G each bring a different combination of specifications to the sub-₹30,000 smartphone segment. Samsung offers an AMOLED display, triple rear cameras and a 5,000mAh battery, while the Realme model combines an AMOLED panel, Dimensity 7400 processor and a 6,000mAh battery. The Redmi Note 15 5G stands out in the supplied specifications with its 108MP camera and 8GB RAM variant.

For buyers comparing smartphones below ₹30,000, these specifications can help narrow down the options according to display, camera, battery, performance and storage requirements.