iQOO Neo 9 Pro, Samsung Galaxy A35, and more

Motorola unveiled the Motorola Edge 50 Pro in India recently and the smartphone is available starting 9th April for Rs 31,999. At this price point, the brand has outfitted the smartphone with some great features, which include a curved AMOLED display with 144Hz refresh rate, IP68 dust and water resistance, and even an improved camera system with a dedicated telephoto lens. We have also curated a list of Motorola Edge 50 Pro alternatives at a similar price range in case you’re in the market for something else.

Motorola Edge 50 Pro alternatives: price in India

Before we begin, here are the key specifications of the Motorola Edge 50 Pro:

• Price: Starting at Rs 31,999
• Display: 6.7-inch 144Hz 1.5K curved AMOLED display
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC
• RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
• Cameras: 50MP + 10MP + 13MP triple rear cameras, 50MP front camera
• Battery: 4,500mAh battery with 125W wired and 50W wireless charging

Here’s what we said in our review of the smartphone:

The Motorola Edge 50 Pro demands attention, despite a few shortcomings. The handset’s front camera and battery life are not top-tier. However, the smartphone makes up for these with its eye-catching design, fluent display, impressive camera setup, and premium features such as wireless charging support, lightning-fast wired charging speeds, and solid build quality.

iQOO Neo 9 Pro 5G

• Price: Starting at Rs 34,999
• Display: 6.78-inch 144Hz 1.5K AMOLED display
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC
• RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
• Cameras: 50MP + 8MP dual rear cameras, 16MP front camera
• Battery: 5,160mAh battery with 120W charging

The iQOO Neo 9 Pro 5G keeps up the iQOO Neo 7 Pro’s legacy as a reliable performance-oriented smartphone with a not-so-high sticker price. The upgraded 50MP primary camera works well in both daylight and low-light conditions, though the ultra-wide camera can use some improvements. If a good battery and fast charging matter to you, the Neo 9 Pro won’t disappoint again. But for a clean Android experience and immersive Android ecosystem, the OnePlus 12R, which also rocks Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, will be a better bet.

You can read the detailed review of the device here.

Samsung Galaxy A35 5G

• Price: Starting at Rs 30,999
• Display: 6.6-inch 120Hz FHD+ Super AMOLED display
• Processor: Samsung Exynos 1380 SoC
• RAM and Storage: Up to 8GB RAM + 256GB storage
• Cameras: 50MP + 8MP + 2MP triple rear cameras, 13MP front camera
• Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 25W charging

The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G is a great choice for those who prioritise reliable performance, crisp display, loud speakers, and all-day battery backup. The phone also exhibits good camera performance in daylight, though low-light performance needs improvement. The Galaxy A35 even sets itself apart from most competitors by promising four years of major Android updates and five years of security updates. When it comes to fast charging, Samsung could take a leaf out of its competitors’ books.

You can read the detailed review of the device here.

 Vivo V30 5G

• Price: Starting at Rs 33,999
• Display: 6.78-inch 120Hz 1.5K curved AMOLED display
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC
• RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
• Cameras: 50MP + 50MP dual rear cameras, 50MP front camera
• Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 80W charging

The Vivo V30’s highlights include a slim, svelte design, a curved display and an interesting, useful Aura light at the back. The phone delivers in most aspects, including display, cameras and fast charging, and while performance and battery life are quite good too. A few pre-installed apps and a lack of stereo speakers are the only notable foibles in an otherwise solid mid-ranger.

You can read the detailed review of the device here.

Realme 12 Pro+ 5G

• Price: Starting at Rs 29,999
• Display: 6.7-inch 120Hz FHD+ curved AMOLED display
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC
• RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
• Cameras: 50MP + 64MP + 8MP triple rear cameras, 32MP front camera
• Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 67W charging

The Realme 12 Pro+ 5G is worth considering for its price for many reasons. It has a design that you will love to flaunt, reliable performance, capable cameras, and decent battery life. The software has also been refined to offer fewer bloatware and minimal ads. While the phone’s peak display brightness may remain slightly underwhelming, it looks good both indoors and outdoors.

You can read the detailed review of the device here.

Redmi Note 13 Pro+

• Price: Starting at Rs 31,999
• Display: 6.67-inch 120Hz 1.5K curved AMOLED display
• Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Ultra SoC
• RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB RAM + 512GB storage
• Cameras: 200MP + 8MP + 2MP triple rear cameras, 16MP front camera
• Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 120W charging

The  Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G pushes the boundary by offering some flagship-grade features, including Corning Gorilla Glass Victus and 512GB of storage, under Rs 36K. It also incorporates nifty design and camera upgrades. While three years of Android OS promise is thoughtful, there needs to be improvements to the overall UI. We are also waiting to see some native generative AI features that most phones in the segment lack. Lastly, the pricing could’ve been more competitive.

You can read the detailed review of the device here.