&w=3840&q=100)
Best phones under Rs 30,000 (Aug 2025): Realme GT 6, Motorola Edge 60 Pro to OnePlus Nord 4 5G
STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
Best phones to buy under Rs 30,000 in India
Realme GT 6
This good looking and powerful smartphone now selling under 30K is great news. The Realme GT 6 is the first of the three phones in this list to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC and you get 12 GB RAM and 256 GB internal storage to go with it. It has a 6.78-inch QHD+ 10-bit LTPO AMOLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate and 6000 nits of peak brightness. The HDR10+ and Dolby Vision compliant display is protected against scratches by a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.
Realme GT 6
The camera department here is equally impressive, featuring two 50MP cameras at the back with the primary module sporting Sony's LYT-808 sensor and optical image stabilisation (OIS), while the other is a telephoto unit that offers 2X optical zoom. Giving them company is an 8MP ultra-wide camera to complete the pack. The 50MP cameras do an excellent job in different modes and lighting and the 32MP front camera can capture some quality selfies too.
A 5500 mAh battery keeps the phone powered for over a day and a half of moderate use, and the bundled 120W fast charger juices it up fully in just half an hour. The Realme GT 6 launched with Android 14 with Realme UI 5.0, and an Android 15 update with Realme UI 6.0 is already available. The company has promised a couple more major OS updates going ahead.
Realme GT 6 price in India: Rs 29,999 for 12 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage
iQOO Neo 10R 5G
The iQOO Neo 10R 5G is the next device to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip with 8 GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256 GB UFS 4.1 internal storage. It is a great option for gamers and power users both. The phone is less than 8 mm in thickness despite hosting a massive 6400 mAh battery. An 80W fast charger is bundled along to juice it up quickly. The phone has IP65 rated ingress protection to keep it safe from dust and splashes.
STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
iQOO Neo 10R 5G
The iQOO Neo 10R 5G has a 6.78-inch 10-bit OLED HDR display with 1.5K resolution, 144 Hz refresh rate and 4500 nits peak brightness. Photography is handled by two rear cameras comprising a 50MP primary with Sony IMX882 sensor and OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide snapper. You also get a 32MP front camera to please the selfie enthusiasts. The phone runs Android 15 with the company promising 3 major Android updates and 4 years of security updates for the device.
iQOO Neo 10R 5G price in India: Rs 28,999 for 8 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage
Poco F6 5G
If you want similar processing power for a lot less money, the Poco F6 5G remains a great option. This phone too is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC but costs less than 25K. It is coupled with 12 GB RAM and 256 GB UFS 4.0 storage. The photography department here consists of a 50MP primary camera with OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide shooter at the back, with a 20MP front camera taking care of selfies and video calls. It launched with Android 14 and Xiaomi's HyperOS with a handful of updates expected over time.
STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
Poco F6 5G
The Poco F6 5G has a vibrant 6.67-inch AMOLED screen with 1.5K resolution and support for 12-bit colour, 120 Hz refresh rate, 2400 nits peak brightness and HDR10+ and Dolby Vision compliance. The display is protected against scratches by a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. Its 5000 mAh battery keeps the phone running for a day and a half of moderate use, and the bundled 90W turbo charger can take it from 0 to 100 in about 40 minutes.
Poco F6 5G price in India: Rs 23,999 for 12 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro may not be as powerful as the above three but it is a solid all-round device and great for those who prefer a clean and near-stock Android UI. The phone looks quite elegant courtesy of its eco-leather back. It also sports an IP69 rating for dust and water resistance, that will have you covered even beyond monsoon. It has a curved 10-bit 6.7-inch 1.5K P-OLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate, 4500 nits peak brightness, HDR10+ compliance and Gorilla Glass 7i protection.
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro is powered by a Mediatek Dimensity 8350 Extreme SoC with 8 GB RAM and 256 GB UFS 4.0 internal storage. You get three cameras at the back that cover more bases than other phones in this list. It has a 50MP primary camera with OIS, a 10MP telephoto camera with OIS that offers 3X optical zoom and a 50MP ultra-wide camera with auto-focus, which doubles up as a quality macro camera. And let's not forget the 50MP front camera that can also record 4K videos.
STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
Its large 6000 mAh battery can power the phone for close to two days of moderate use and the bundled 90W turbo charger promises to charge it fully in under 45 minutes. The Edge 60 Pro runs Android 15, and like most Motorola phones, you get a clean and near-stock user interface. The company has committed three major Android updates for this device going ahead.
Motorola Edge 60 Pro price in India: Rs 29,999 for 8 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage
OnePlus Nord 4 5G
We pondered over the OnePlus Nord CE5 for a while but eventually opted for the OnePlus Nord 4 5G for its striking design. It now sells for a similar price and is a bit more powerful too. The aluminium unibody lends it uniqueness and style in addition to sturdiness, while keeping the thickness of the phone down to 8 mm. It also sports an IP65 rating for dust and splash resistance. The phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chip, and you can now get its 8 GB RAM and 256 GB UFS 4.0 storage variant comfortably in this budget.
STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
OnePlus Nord 4 5G
The Nord 4 has a 6.74-inch Fluid AMOLED display with a resolution of 2772 x 1240 pixels. The HDR10+ compliant screen supports 10-bit colour depth, 120 Hz refresh rate and 2150 nits peak brightness. The photography department is helmed by a 50MP primary camera with OIS that does a very good job, and is supported by an 8MP ultrawide camera with 112 degrees FOV and a 16MP selfie camera.
Its 5500 mAh battery lasts well over a day and a half of moderate use, and the bundled 100W charger promises to take it from 0 to 100% in less than 30 minutes. The OnePlus Nord 4 5G debuted with OxygenOS 14 based on Android 14, and is upgradeable to OxygenOS 15 (Android 15). And the support doesn't end there; the company has promised 4 years of OS and 6 years of security updates from the date of launch, which will keep the Nord 4 relevant and secure for long.
STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
OnePlus Nord 4 5G price in India: Rs 26,999 for 8 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
NDTV
16 minutes ago
- NDTV
Delhi To Organise It's First Industrial Ideathon, 652 Student Teams To Participate
Delhi's Industrial Ideathon 2025: The race to solve Delhi's toughest industrial problems has officially begun and the city's students are all in. In a first-of-its-kind Industrial Ideathon, a staggering 652 teams from top universities have signed up to take on challenges that range from untangling last mile logistics to helping small industries embrace Industry 4.0 technology. The contest, organised by the Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (DSIIDC) in partnership with Netaji Subhash University of Technology (NSUT), has prizes worth Rs. 40 lakh on the line, but the real draw is the chance to pitch ideas directly to the people who shape policy and business in the capital. On August 13, NSUT will turn into an innovation war room as 124 shortlisted teams step into an intense eight-hour challenge. They'll tackle live problem statements, streamlining supply chains, making it easier to do business, integrating cutting-edge tech into small units, and helping MSMEs access finance and markets. The best 40 will earn a spot in the grand finale on August 22. Industries Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa says the massive turnout proves young Delhiites are ready to get their hands dirty solving real problems. "This overwhelming participation is proof that Delhi's youth want to be part of shaping our industrial future. They're ready to solve the real-world problems our businesses face every day," he said. Sirsa calls the initiative a bridge between classrooms, factory floors and government offices. "Students get to work on live problems with measurable impact, while policymakers gain fresh, actionable ideas straight from the country's brightest young minds. This is policy by participation in its truest form," he said. With over one lakh impressions on the official portal and more than 2,000 sign-ups during registration, the ideathon is already making waves beyond campus walls. All participants will get certificates, while winners will be felicitated by senior dignitaries at the closing ceremony. If the excitement around this debut edition is any indicator, Delhi's industrial policy may soon carry the fingerprints of its youngest problem-solvers. Students may visit for updates.
Time of India
40 minutes ago
- Time of India
IT park invites EOI for 2nd bldg under QUAD project
T'puram: Technopark has invited expressions of interest (EOI) from qualified IT co-developers for the construction and operation of the second IT building under its integrated IT micro-township project QUAD at Technopark Phase IV (Technocity) campus at Pallippuram here. The project will integrate IT innovation, commercial vibrancy and sustainable design. It is envisioned as a live-work-play campus where IT professionals will have all facilities, including shopping amenities and residential quarters. The first IT building under QUAD project is in the bid evaluation stage. The total area for the QUAD project is around 30 acres, which is divided into four land parcels. The second IT building will cover approximately 8 lakh sq ft in around 4.50 acres, which will be leased on a long-term basis (90 years on a case-by-case basis). The IT co-developer/builder/developer will have the opportunity to get reputable IT/ITeS companies to work from the premises. Presently, around 125 companies are in line for the IT space. The bidder should be a private or a public limited company registered under the Companies Act. It should be in operation in India for at least five years. No joint venture/joint application/consortium will be accepted. It must have clocked an annual turnover of Rs 35 crore in each of the last three financial years. The bidder should have experience of successfully completing a similar project of a minimum built-up area of 4 lakh sq ft as a single project or two projects of IT buildings/commercial/office buildings with a minimum built-up area of 3 lakh sq ft each or three projects of IT buildings/commercial/office buildings with a minimum built-up area of 2 lakh sq ft each. All these include construction and operations during the last seven years as of the last date of the submission of the bid. The EOI can be submitted till 5pm on Sept 18, 2025. Both online and offline meetings will be conducted at 4pm on Aug 28, 2025, for clarifications regarding EOI submission. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
India Today
an hour ago
- India Today
India's R&D deficit: Just where are the scientists?
(NOTE: This article was originally published in the India Today issue dated August 18, 2025)Nobel laureates and physicists Duncan Haldane and David Gross have just pointed out a huge mismatch: India has the talent, but is not benefitting because there's not enough funds for scientific research. Speaking at the Quantum India Summit in Bengaluru on July 31, Gross, who chairs an advisory board at the International Centre for Theoretical Sciences here, says India's lack of investment in R&D doesn't bode GDP is up, but its contribution to 'investments to the future', which will drive new technologies and industries, is low. In 2009, India's R&D spend was 0.84 per cent of GDP; it fell to 0.64 per cent by 2021 and is estimated to be 0.7 per cent in 2025. This is much less than what the US (3.5 per cent) and China (2.4 per cent) Rs 1 lakh crore Research Development and Innovation (RDI) fund, announced in this year's budget, should help. It will be operationalised this year, with Rs 20,000 crore already allocated. The Anusandhan National Research Foundation, launched last year, also has a fund, but will primarily invest in academic research and research labs. The RDI fund is meant for private sector R&D, with its Deep Tech Fund 1.0 focusing on strategic autonomy in critical sectors like clean energy and advanced materials. Last year, India was ranked 39th in the Global Innovation Index of 133 countries, up one spot from 2023. The number of full-time equivalent (FTE) researchers per million people in India is 255, abysmal when compared to the USA (4,452), China (1,307), Korea (7,980), and far below the global average of 1,198. The trend of fewer FTE researchers and minimal spends points to an underlying crisis in the R&D sector. As one researcher at the summit put it: 'Cutting-edge research is so fast; if we lose the first few years [due to cost-cutting], we are behind our colleagues abroad already.'Subscribe to India Today Magazine- EndsMust Watch
