As smartphones continue to fulfill numerous day-to-day functions, photography stands out as one of the more crucial roles. This competition has led manufacturers to continually improve their camera prowess, even in affordable and mid-range smartphones, aiming to distinguish themselves from the competition. Let’s take a look at the top smartphones with a 108MP camera under Rs 20,000 in India.
Top smartphones with 108MP camera
| Smartphone | Price |
| Redmi Note 13 5G | Rs 17,999 |
| Realme 12 5G | Rs 17,999 |
| POCO X6 Neo 5G | Rs 15,999 |
| Tecno POVA 6 Pro 5G | Rs 19,999 |
| OnePlus Nord CE3 Lite 5G | Rs 19,999 |
Redmi Note 13 5G
- Price: Starting at Rs 17,999
- Display: 6.67-inch 120Hz FHD+ AMOLED display
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6080 SoC
- RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
- Cameras: 108MP + 8MP + 2MP rear cameras, 16MP front camera
- Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 33W charging
Expert Comment: The Redmi Note 13 5G is a value-for-money option for many customers. Its tall AMOLED display is still one of the best in the segment. The new MediaTek Dimensity 6080 SoC also offers decent performance, gaming included. However, Xiaomi needs to work on refining the Android experience. Its cameras (in daylight) are decent, if not the best.
You can read the detailed review of the device here.
| PROS | CONS |
| Great battery backup | Unreliable low-light camera performance |
| Immersive display | No stereo speakers |
| Impressive daylight primary camera | It comes with Android 13 |
Realme 12 5G
- Price: Starting at Rs 17,999
- Display: 6.72-inch 120Hz FHD+ LCD display
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ 5G SoC
- RAM and Storage: Up to 8GB RAM + 128GB storage
- Cameras: 108MP + 2MP rear cameras, 8MP front camera
- Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 45W charging
Expert Comment: The Realme 12 5G is a compelling smartphone for value-oriented users. While it may not outshine its competitors in terms of performance, its price makes it a worthy consideration. The smartphone boasts a beautiful design, likeable daylight cameras, and dependable performance. The viewing experience could have been better, though.
| PROS | CONS |
| Sleek design | Ads and pre-loaded apps |
| Satisfactory everyday performance | Average low-light cameras |
| Good daylight cameras |
POCO X6 Neo 5G
- Price: Starting at Rs 15,999
- Display: 6.67-inch 120Hz FHD+ AMOLED display
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6080 SoC
- RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
- Cameras: 108MP + 2MP rear cameras, 16MP front camera
- Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 33W charging
Expert Comment: The POCO X6 Neo 5G is a well-rounded smartphone that offers reasonably good specifications and features at every front. The handset offers good value for money and comes with the slimmest design on a POCO phone ever. If you value aspects like camera performance, display quality, and design, the X6 Neo makes a strong case for itself.
| PROS | CONS |
| Impressive 120Hz AMOLED display | Processor could be better |
| Slim design | Video stability needs improvement |
| It comes with an IR blaster | |
| Good 108MP primary camera |
Tecno POVA 6 Pro 5G
- Price: Starting at Rs 19,999
- Display: 6.78-inch 120Hz FHD+ AMOLED display
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6080 SoC
- RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
- Cameras: 108MP + 2MP rear cameras, 32MP front camera
- Battery: 6,000mAh battery with 70W charging
Expert Comment: The Tecno POVA 6 Pro comes with meaningful upgrades over its predecessor and shines in aspects like the vibrant display, long battery life, fast charging speed, and useful software features. One of the key aspects missing from the handset, which was also missing on its predecessor, is an ultra-wide sensor.
| PROS | CONS |
| Impressive battery backup | No ultra-wide sensor |
| Good 120Hz AMOLED display | Processor could be better |
| Unique design | |
| Bundled 70W charger |
OnePlus Nord CE3 Lite 5G
- Price: Starting at Rs 19,999
- Display: 6.72-inch 120Hz FHD+ LCD display
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G SoC
- RAM and Storage: Up to 8GB RAM + 256GB storage
- Cameras: 108MP + 2MP + 2MP rear cameras, 16MP front camera
- Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 67W charging
Expert Comment: The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite is largely similar to its predecessor but offers some improvements in the audio setup, charging capabilities, and the primary camera’s resolution. While its photography and processing power could leave you wanting, the Nord CE 3 Lite passes the litmus test for being able to provide a decent overall experience in its segment.
| PROS | CONS |
| Good design | Not the best cameras |
| Capable stereo speakers | Only LCD display |
| Clean UI | |
| Decent battery life |
