Best smartphones to buy in India under Rs 25,000 in March 2023: Poco X5 Pro and 3 more

Looking to buy a good-performance smartphone without breaking the bank? Look no further than our curated list of the best smartphones to buy in India this March for under Rs 25,000. With a slew of options from the likes of Poco, Realme, Redmi and more, it can be overwhelming to choose the perfect device that fits the bill for you. That’s why we have taken the task of doing the research for you, taking into consideration factors like performance, camera quality, battery life and design. Here are the best recommendations for smartphones that you can buy for under Rs 25,000 in India this March. The list includes Poco X5 Pro and 3 more devices.

1. Poco X5 Pro 5G

The recently released Poco X5 Pro 5G is a game-changer in the sub-Rs 25,000 smartphone category. With its introduction, the company has made a solid move by providing a 108MP primary rear camera for the first time on any Poco smartphone. We have also noted in our review of the Poco X5 Pro, that the phone’s camera takes excellent, vivid and sharp-looking shots in daylight conditions. Additionally, the phone's performance is powered by the Snapdragon 778G chip, which in my opinion, is optimised better than its rival Dimensity 1080 SoC. Along with that, the phone boasts a 120Hz HDR 10+ display with Dolby Vision support, stereo speakers featuring Dolby Atmos, an IP53 rating, a 5,000mAh battery, and 67W fast charging support.

2. Realme 10 Pro 5G

The Realme 10 Pro 5G is another smartphone on this list with a 108MP primary rear camera, just like the Poco X5 Pro. What makes this phone even special is that it falls within the sub-Rs 20,000 price category, making it an excellent value option for those seeking a feature-packed phone at a reasonable price. The Realme 10 Pro boasts a Snapdragon 695 SoC, a large 5,000mAh battery, 33W fast charging, and runs on Android 13 software. The phone's rear panel is visually stunning, and the front features some of the thinnest bezels you'll find on any smartphone. The 108MP Samsung HM6 primary camera is the star feature here, producing high-quality photos and videos in good lighting conditions.

3. Redmi Note 12 5G

Granted, the Redmi Note 12 has been released with some modest upgrades along with a significant price hike compared to its predecessor. And while the phone may seem expensive, the Redmi Note 12 does offer features like a 120Hz AMOLED display, 5G connectivity, and 33W fast charging that are unavailable on most phones in the same category. Also, if you have made up your mind to spend money on the Redmi Note 12, we’d suggest going for the higher RAM version, i.e. the 6GB RAM variant over the 4GB RAM one. Overall, the Redmi Note 12 is a good option for anyone looking to buy a dependable smartphone from a trusted brand for around Rs 20,000.

4. OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G

If you're looking for a reliable option under Rs 25,000, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G is a good choice. The phone's notable features include a vibrant AMOLED screen that has a 90Hz refresh rate and supports HDR 10+ video playback for an immersive video-watching experience. As with most OnePlus smartphones, the software experience is clean and fast on the Nord CE 2. The camera performance is also on par with the competition, and in good lighting conditions, the photos captured are detailed and vibrant. Additionally, the phone comes with a 4,500mAh battery and a 65W fast charger in the box, which can fully charge the phone in about 45 minutes.