Midrange smartphones priced under Rs 30,000 enjoy a lot of popularity in India. If you’re looking for a smartphone with a decent processor and a good set of cameras, you don’t need to splurge on a flagship when a device half the price will do the job. Here are the top 10 smartphones priced under Rs 30,000 in August 2025.
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OnePlus Nord CE5 Lite
OnePlus Nord CE5 Lite is one of the finest smartphones you can buy under Rs 30,000 in August 2025. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset and runs the Android 15-based OxygenOS 15 out of the box. While it doesn’t get the new ‘Plus Key’, the Nord CE5 is packed with useful AI features like Mind Space, AI Call Assistant, AI VoiceScribe, AI Writer, AI Erase, and more. The smartphone’s 6.77-inch Fluid AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can hit a peak brightness of 1,430 nits. The neat oval cutout for the rear camera array houses a 50MP primary shooter and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The 7,100mAh battery pack supports 80W wired charging. For more details about its everyday performance, read our review of the OnePlus Nord CE5 Lite.
Pros
- Smooth display
- AI features
- Expandable storage
Cons
- Lacks a secondary speaker
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
While Nothing’s newest flagship phone may have gathered a lukewarm response, its midrange (3a) series remains a crowd favourite. The Pro model in this lineup is one of the best smartphones you can buy under Rs 30,000 in August 2025. At the heart of the smartphone lies the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC. The 6.77-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. The giant circular cutout on the see-through back panel houses a 50MP primary shooter, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide lens. You also get a segment array of Glyph lights – something that no longer graces Nothing’s flagship phone. For more details, read our Nothing Phone (3a) Pro review.
Pros
- Unique design
- Telephoto lens
- Great software
Cons
- Mediocre ultrawide lens
iQOO Neo 10R
The iQOO Neo 10R is one of the best gaming smartphones you can buy under Rs 30,000 in August 2025. Powering this device is the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset. OS duties are handled by the Android 15-based Funtouch 15 OS. The 6.78-inch AMOLED display has a 144Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. The rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The massive 6,400mAh Si/C battery pack supports 80W wired charging. To learn more about its gaming performance, read our review of the iQOO Neo 10R.
Pros
- 144Hz display
- Powerful processor
- Fast charging
Cons
- Lacks an IP67 rating
Infinix GT 30 Pro
The Infinix GT 30 Pro strikes the perfect balance between aesthetics and performance. Its plastic back panel has customisable LED lights that give off a robotic ‘mecha’ look. The touch-sensitive shoulder triggers on the left edge of the frame give users the edge in intense gaming battles. At the heart of the smartphone lies the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 SoC. Its 6.78-inch AMOLED display has a 144Hz refresh rate and can hit a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. The rear camera panel houses a 108MP primary shooter and an 8MP ultrawide lens. This is one of the rare smartphones in the sub-Rs 30,000 bracket that supports wireless charging. Read our Infinix GT 30 Pro review for more details.
Pros
- 144Hz display
- Shoulder triggers
- Wireless charging
Cons
- Mediocre ultrawide lens
Redmi Note 14 Pro+
The newest instalment in the Redmi Note series is one of the best smartphones you can buy under Rs 30,000 in August 2025. It is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC and runs the Android 14-based HyperOS out of the box. Redmi has promised 3 major OS upgrades for this smartphone. One of the biggest highlights of this device is that it is rated IP68/69 for protection against exposure to dust and water. It can survive high-pressure water jets and be immersed up to 2m for up to 24 hours. The smartphone’s rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter, a 50MP telephoto lens with 2.5x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The 6,200mAh Si/C battery pack supports 90W wired charging.
Pros
- IP69 rating
- Big battery
- Good cameras
Cons
- Lots of bloatware
Realme 14 Pro+
The top-spec variant in Realme’s number series is a great buy under Rs 30,000. It is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor and runs the Android 15-based Realme UI 6 out of the box. The smartphone is rated IP69 for dust and water resistance. It is also compliant with MIL-STD-810H durability norms. Its 6.83-inch curved OLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1,500 nits. The rear camera array comprises a 50MP primary shooter, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The giant 6,000mAh battery pack supports 80W wired charging. Read our Realme 14 Pro+ review to learn how it performed in everyday use.
Pros
- Durable
- IP69 rated
- Big battery
Cons
- Only 2 major OS upgrades
Oppo F29
Oppo’s midrange F series offering is a delight to use. It is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC and runs the Android 15-based ColorOS 15 out of the box. Its 6.7-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach 1,200 nits in High Brightness Mode. The dual rear camera array comprises a 50MP primary shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. The smartphone is rated IP68/69 for protection against dust and water. It is also compliant with MIL-STD-810H standards. Its 6,500mAh Si/C battery pack supports 45W wired charging. Read our Oppo F29 review to learn more about the smartphone.
Pros
- Durable
- IP69 rating
- Big battery
Cons
- No ultrawide camera
Poco X7 Pro
The Poco X7 Pro has a lot going on for it. Its dual-tone back panel makes it stand out in a swarm of generic smartphones. The ridged texture on this back panel gives the phone a nice in-hand feel. At the heart of the device lies the versatile MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra chipset. OS duties are handled by the Android 15-based HyperOS 2 out of the box. The 6.67-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 3,200 nits. The two individual cutouts on the back panel house a 50MP primary shooter and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The 6,550mAh battery pack supports 90W wired charging. Read our Poco X7 Pro review to learn more about the smartphone.
Pros
- Fast charging
- Good chipset
- IP69 rating
Cons
- Dual-tone colour theme may not be for everyone
Samsung Galaxy A55
Last year’s Samsung Galaxy A55 is still one of the best smartphones priced under Rs 30,000 in August 2025. It is powered by Samsung’s in-house Exynos 1480 chipset and runs the Android 14-based One UI 6 out of the box. It is promised to receive 4 major OS upgrades. Its 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach 1,000 nits in High Brightness Mode. The rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter, a 12MP ultrawide lens, and a 5MP macro sensor. Read our Samsung Galaxy A55 review to learn more about the smartphone.
Pros
- Smooth display
- Good hardware
- Nice camera
Cons
- Mediocre processor
Nothing Phone (3a)
Ending this list is the vanilla variant in the Nothing Phone (3a) series. This smartphone is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC and runs the Android 15-based Nothing OS 3 out of the box. Its 6.77-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. The see-through back panel gets segmented Glyph lighting. The smartphone also has the special ‘Essential’ key. The rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter, a 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The 5,000mAh battery pack supports 50W wired charging. Read our Nothing Phone (3a) review to learn more about its everyday performance.
Pros
- Cool design
- Telephoto lens
- Clean OS
Cons
- Lacks an IP67 rating
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Final Thoughts
These are the top 10 smartphones priced under Rs 30,000 in August 2025. If there’s a little wiggle room in your budget, you should also check out the best smartphones under Rs 40,000 this month. If you have any questions, let us know in the comments!
