Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, OnePlus 13 and 3 more: Top premium flagship phones to buy in August 2025
The OnePlus 13 is all about performance and value. Running on the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, it offers up to 24GB RAM, which is more than enough for gaming, multitasking, and heavy apps — you name it. The 6.8-inch quad-curved AMOLED display comes with a sharp QHD+ resolution. Features like Aqua Touch, Glove Mode, and an IP69 dust and water resistance rating make it even more practical. The 6,000mAh battery is another big plus. Priced starting at Rs 69,999, it's a great pick for anyone wanting flagship features without the premium foldable price.Vivo X Fold 5Vivo's X Fold 5 goes head-to-head with Samsung's Z Fold 7 in terms of design and performance. It's slim and lightweight and comes in a single 16GB RAM + 512GB storage variant priced at Rs 1,49,999. The 8.03-inch foldable display hits an incredible 4,500 nits of peak brightness. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and running Funtouch OS 15 based on Android 15, it's smooth and responsive. It also packs triple 50-megapixel rear cameras and dual 20-megapixel selfie cameras. With a large 6,000mAh battery, fast charging support (80W wired and 40W wireless), an IP59 rating for dust and water resistance, and strong durability, it's a serious foldable contender.iPhone 16 ProadvertisementApple's iPhone 16 Pro continues to offer a premium and polished user experience. With the A18 Pro chip at the helm, the iPhone 16 Pro is fast, power-efficient, and handles everything from casual use to intensive gaming with ease. The 48-megapixel primary rear camera is excellent, and the flat AMOLED display provides vibrant colours and sharp details. iOS 18 has a great set of features and years of updates, with the iOS 26 beta available for those who want to test early. For users who prefer something bigger, the iPhone 16 Pro Max is also an option. Apple's hardware-software optimisation remains unmatched, and the build quality is as refined as ever.Samsung Galaxy S25If you want a smaller flagship phone, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is also a solid pick. It has a 6.2-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and it's powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip in India, a solid step up from the Exynos 2400 used in the Galaxy S24 last year. The 4,000mAh battery performs well thanks to smart software optimisation. It also includes a reliable 50-megapixel primary camera, an IP68 rating for dust and water protection, and an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. It's compact, fast, and covers all the essentials. At a starting price of Rs 74,999 for the base 128GB storage option, it's ideal for those who prefer one-handed use without compromising on flagship-grade features.- Ends
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