If you’re looking for an affordable smartphone, the sub-Rs 20,000 price bracket has a lot of exciting options for you. While these smartphones may not rock the most powerful processors, they have big, bright displays and decent main cameras. If your primary smartphone needs revolve around consuming OTT content and browsing social media, these devices will fit the bill nicely. So, without further ado, here are the top 10 smartphones priced under Rs 20,000 in August 2025.
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iQOO Z10R
The newly-launched iQOO Z10R is one of the best smartphones you can buy under Rs 20,000 in August 2025. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chipset and runs the Android 15-based Funtouch 15 OS out of the box. iQOO has promised 2 major OS upgrades for this device. Its 6.77-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 1,800 nits. With an IP68/69 rating onboard, this smartphone can survive high-pressure water jets and is immersible up to 1.5m for 30 minutes. The rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. The 5,700mAh Li-ion battery pack supports 44W charging.
Pros
- Nice design
- IP68/69 rating
- Big battery
Cons
- No ultrawide camera
CMF Phone 2 Pro
Nothing’s subsidiary brand, CMF, has one of the best budget phones on the market right now. The CMF Phone 2 Pro is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro chipset and runs the Nothing OS 3 out of the box. It also gets the ‘Essential’ key from its Nothing siblings. The smartphone has a modular design that’s compatible with accessories like a magnetic wallet, kickstand, lanyard, and fisheye macro lens. The 6.77-inch AMOLED panel has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. The rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter, a 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide lens. Read our CMF Phone 2 Pro review to find out how it fared in everyday use.
Pros
- Attachable accessories
- Bright display
- Telephoto lens
Cons
- Does not have a secondary speaker
Oppo A5 Pro
The Oppo A5 Pro is one of the toughest smartphones in the budget segment. It is rated IP68/69 for protection against dust and water. It can be immersed in water up to 1.5m for 30 minutes without taking any damage. On top of that, the smartphone is compliant with MIL-STD-810H durability standards. Its 6.67-inch IPS LCD panel has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach 1,000 nits in High Brightness Mode. Powering the device is the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset. The rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. The 5,800mAh battery pack supports 45W wired charging.
Pros
- IP68/69 rating
- MIL-STD-810H compliant
- Expandable memory
Cons
- Does not have an AMOLED display
Samsung Galaxy M36
Samsung’s newest M series offering flaunts a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by Samsung’s in-house Exynos 1,380 SoC. OS duties are handled by the Android 15-based One UI 7. Samsung has promised 6 major OS updates for this smartphone. Samsung Galaxy M36’s triple rear camera array comprises a 50MP primary shooter, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. The 5,000mAh battery pack supports 25W charging. Read our review of the Samsung Galaxy M36 to learn more about the smartphone.
Pros
- Smooth display
- Expandable storage
- 6 major OS upgrades
Cons
- Notch on display
Tecno Pova Curve
The Tecno Pova Curve is one of the sleekest smartphones you can buy under Rs 20,000 in August 2025. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate chipset and runs the Android 15-based HiOS 15 out of the box. Its 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1,300 nits. The back panel has a futuristic design and houses a vertical camera panel comprising a 64MP primary shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. The 5,500mAh battery pack supports 45W wired charging. Read our review of the Tecno Pova Curve to find out how it performs in everyday use.
Pros
- Cool design
- Smooth display
- AI features
Cons
- Only 1 major OS upgrade
Poco X7
The vanilla variant in Poco’s X7 series is one of the best smartphones you can buy right now. Its 6.67-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. The smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset. It runs the Android 14-based HyperOS out of the box. The rear camera array comprises a 50MP primary shooter, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. The 5,500mAh battery pack supports 45W wired charging. Read our review of the Poco X7 to learn more about the smartphone.
Pros
- Good processor
- Fast charging
- IP69 rated
Cons
- Runs Android 14
Infinix Note 50s
The Infinix Note 50s has a sleek profile and a curved display. Its 6.78-inch AMOLED panel has a 144Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 1,300 nits. The device is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate processor. It runs the Android 15-based XOS 15 out of the box. There are a bunch of AI features onboard, too. The rear camera panel houses a 64MP primary shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. The 5,500mAh battery pack supports 45W wired charging. Read our Infinix Note 50s review to learn more about the smartphone.
Pros
- Sleek profile
- Smooth display
- AI features
Cons
- Contains bloatware
Realme P3
Realme P3 is one of the finest smartphones priced under Rs 20,000 in August 2025. The smartphone is rated IP69 for protection against dust and water. It can survive being immersed in water up to 2.5m for 30 minutes. Its 6.67-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can hit a peak brightness of 2,000 nits. Powering the smartphone is the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 SoC. The rear camera array comprises a 50MP primary shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. The massive 6,000mAh battery pack supports 45W wired charging.
Pros
- IP69 rating
- Expandable storage
- Big battery
Cons
- Contains bloatware
Redmi Note 14
Redmi’s Note series offers a lot of value in the sub-Rs 20,000 price bracket. The Note 14 flaunts a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 2,100 nits of peak brightness. At the heart of the smartphone lies the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra chipset. The triple rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. The 5,110mAh battery pack under its hood supports 45W charging.
Pros
- Good cameras
- Bright display
- Versatile battery life
Cons
- Does not run Android 15 out of the box
OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite
Last year’s OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite remains one of the best smartphones under Rs 20,000 in August 2025. Its 6.67-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and 2,100 nits of peak brightness. Powering the device is the Snapdragon 695 5G SoC. It runs the Android 14-based OxygenOS 14 out of the box. The dual rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. The 5,110mAh battery pack supports 80W wired charging. Read our review of the OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite to learn more about the phone.
Pros
- Nice design
- Smooth display
- 80W fast charging
Cons
- Mediocre processor
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Final Thoughts
These are the top 10 smartphones priced under Rs 20,000 in August 2025. If you have some wiggle room in your budget, check out the best phones priced under Rs 30,000. If you have any questions, let us know in the comments!
