Amazon and Flipkart are running their Diwali sale offers. Before you buy, here are the phones that in-depth reviews rated best at each budget, with our score and the Indian launch price, so you can see how big a sale discount really is. We don’t list sale prices: they change by the hour and bank-card offers differ from buyer to buyer, so use the links to check today’s price yourself.
Updated 23 October 2026 · Budgets are by launch price; on sale, a pick from the next budget up may fit yours
Under ₹15,000
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G · 7.7/10 from 3 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹12,499
Best for: Everyday users who want a light phone with a bright AMOLED screen and a long software-update promise.
Skip it if: You play graphics-heavy games often or want a phone that comfortably lasts well beyond a day.
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MIVI One 5G · 7.7/10 from 1 in-depth review · Launch price ₹12,999
Best for: Budget buyers who want clean Android, a big battery on paper and solid everyday speed.
Skip it if: You want a sharp display, stabilised video or proven battery-life results before you buy.
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Redmi 15C 5G · 7.3/10 from 8 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹12,499
Best for: Buyers who want a basic, long-lasting 5G phone for calls, messaging, video and light apps.
Skip it if: You want a sharp screen, strong low-light photos, clean software or smooth heavy gaming.
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₹15,000 to ₹20,000
iQOO Z11x 5G · 8.1/10 from 5 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹18,999
Best for: Buyers who want a long-lasting, durable phone with smooth everyday performance and don't mind a heavy body.
Skip it if: You want a compact, light phone, strong low-light photos, fast charging or clean software.
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Vivo T5x 5G · 7.9/10 from 3 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹18,999
Best for: Buyers who want a durable, water-resistant 5G phone with very long battery life and smooth daily performance.
Skip it if: You want a vivid screen, a light phone, or smooth performance in demanding games such as Genshin Impact.
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iQOO Z11 Lite 5G · 7.6/10 from 5 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹19,499
Best for: Someone who wants a budget 5G phone with long battery life, a durable body and a headphone jack, and who uses the camera only occasionally.
Skip it if: You care about low-light photos, a sharp AMOLED screen or heavy gaming, where rivals are reported to do better.
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₹20,000 to ₹30,000
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion · 8.0/10 from 14 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹26,999
Best for: Buyers who want a light phone with battery that lasts a day and a half or more and a bright, smooth screen.
Skip it if: You care most about low-light photos, video, heavy 3D gaming or a long software update promise.
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Oppo K14 Plus · 8.0/10 from 3 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹29,999
Best for: Someone who wants a mid-range phone with long battery life, a bright AMOLED screen and good dust and water protection.
Skip it if: You care most about camera quality, wireless charging, or a clean software experience without removing pre-installed apps.
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Redmi 17 · 7.8/10 from 2 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹23,999
Best for: Buyers who want an affordable 5G phone with a big, bright screen for everyday apps, video and casual games.
Skip it if: You play demanding competitive games, want a sharper-than-HD+ screen, or need a confirmed battery size and charging speed before buying.
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₹30,000 to ₹50,000
OnePlus Nord 6 · 8.6/10 from 8 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹38,999
Best for: Buyers who want multi-day battery life, strong gaming performance and a durable, water-resistant body.
Skip it if: You want a versatile camera with a telephoto lens, a compact phone, wireless charging, or the lowest price in its class.
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iQOO 15R · 8.6/10 from 8 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹44,999
Best for: Buyers who want a compact phone with flagship-level speed, very long battery life and strong water resistance, and who care less about camera range.
Skip it if: You want a telephoto or strong ultrawide camera, wireless charging, or a clean, minimal software experience.
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Nothing Phone (4a) Pro · 8.3/10 from 16 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹39,999
Best for: Buyers who want a distinctive, clean-software phone with a real zoom lens and a bright screen at a mid-range-plus price.
Skip it if: You need serious gaming power, IP68 water resistance, wireless charging or a long OS update promise.
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Over ₹50,000
Oppo Find X9 Ultra · 9.0/10 from 13 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹1,69,999
Best for: Buyers who want the strongest all-round phone camera, including zoom, and long battery life, and who can pay a premium price.
Skip it if: You want a lighter, cheaper phone, you play demanding games for long sessions, or you rely on fast charging with third-party chargers.
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Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max · 8.7/10 from 8 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹1,49,900
Best for: Anyone who wants a large iPhone with excellent battery life, fast performance and a strong camera, especially when upgrading from an older iPhone.
Skip it if: You want the most capable AI features, the fastest charging, or you already own a recent iPhone and would gain little.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 · 8.6/10 from 15 in-depth reviews · Launch price ₹1,79,999
Best for: Buyers who want a light, pocketable foldable with a big, bright inner screen and good multitasking.
Skip it if: You want a telephoto camera, top-tier dust protection or strong value for money.
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Before you buy in a sale
- Compare the sale price with the launch price above: a cut of a few hundred rupees off a price that has already fallen is not a real deal.
- Check the exact model and memory variant: sale listings often lead with the cheapest one.
- Bank and exchange offers apply only to some cards and phones; work out what you would pay.
- Buy from the brand’s own store or a listing sold by the brand or the platform where you can.
Every pick comes from our review roundups, which combine what in-depth reviews found. Full lists: Best phones by budget. The store links are plain searches; we earn nothing from them. How we score.