Getting a rock-solid smartphone that puts up a great display in every facet of performance does not require breaking the bank anymore. For Rs 50,000, you can get your hands on a smartphone with an elite display, a great set of cameras, a big battery, and a premium processor. The offerings put out by tech outfits like OnePlus, Realme, and Vivo in this price bracket often acquire the reputation for being ‘flagship killers’. Here are the top 10 smartphones priced under Rs 50,000 in February 2026.
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OnePlus 15R
The newly-launched OnePlus 15R is one of the best smartphones priced under Rs 50,000 right now. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and runs the Android 16-based OxygenOS 16 out of the box. Its 6.83-inch AMOLED display has a 165Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 3,600 nits. The smartphone shares its design with its flagship counterpart. Like the flagship, the 15R’s back panel has a Micro-Arc Oxidation coating for scratch resistance. Its camera island houses a 50MP primary shooter and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The 7,400mAh battery pack supports 80W wired charging. Check out our OnePlus 15R review to learn more about the device.
Pros
- Powerful
- Bright display
- Durable
Cons
- Lacks a telephoto camera
Samsung Galaxy S24
The entry-level smartphone from Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S24 lineup still holds up quite well in 2026. At the heart of the device lies the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. Software duties are handled by the Android 14-based One UI 6 OS out of the box. The 6.2-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X display has a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 2,600 nits. The vertical rear camera array comprises a 50MP primary shooter, a 12MP ultrawide lens, and a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. The 4,000mAh battery pack supports 25W wired and 15W wireless charging. Dive into our review of the Samsung Galaxy S24 to learn how it performs as a daily driver.
Pros
- Fluid display
- Good cameras
- Wireless charging
Cons
- Mediocre processor
Oppo Reno15
Oppo’s midranger is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset. It runs the Android 16-based ColorOS 16 out of the box. The IP68/IP69 rating guards the device against dust and high-pressure water jets. The 6.59-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach 1,200 nits in High Brightness Mode. Oppo Reno15’s rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter, a 50MP telephoto lens with 3.5x optical zoom, and an 8MP telephoto lens. The 6,500mAh battery pack supports 80W charging.
Pros
- Big display
- Nice design
- Big battery
Cons
- Not the most powerful processor in the segment
Realme 16 Pro+
The newly launched Realme 16 Pro+ is one of the best smartphones you can buy under Rs 50,000 in February 2026. It is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC and runs Android 16-based Realme UI 7 out of the box. Its 6.8-inch AMOLED display has a 144Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 6,500 nits. The smartphone has an IP68/IP69K rating, which promises protection against dust and high-pressure water jets. The rear camera panel has a 200MP primary shooter, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 3.5x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The massive 7,000mAh battery pack supports 80W wired charging. Check out our Realme 16 Pro+ review to learn about its everyday performance.
Pros
Bright display
Great primary camera
Big battery
Cons
Mediocre ultrawide lens
OnePlus 13R
Last year’s OnePlus 13R is still a great buy in 2026. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. Software duties are handled by the Android 15-based OxygenOS 15. The 6.71-inch LTPO 4.1 AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. The circular camera island on the back panel houses a 50MP primary shooter, a 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide sensor. The massive 6,000mAh battery pack supports 80W charging. Read our OnePlus 13R review to learn more about this smartphone.
Pros
- Great hardware
- Powerful processor
- AI features
Cons
- Lacks an IP67 rating
Nothing Phone (3)
Nothing’s newest flagship is priced under Rs 50,000 on Amazon. At the heart of this device lies the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 SoC. It runs the Android 15-based NothingOS 3 out of the box. The 6.67-inch OLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. The rear camera array comprises three 50MP camera sensors on the back panel, one each for the primary shooter, ultrawide lens, and telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. The 5,500mAh battery pack supports 65W wired and 15W wireless charging. Check out our Nothing Phone (3) review for a deeper analysis of its performance.
Pros
- Cool design
- Clean OS
- Smooth display
Cons
- Gets hot while gaming
Vivo V70
Vivo’s midrange V70 series is set to launch on February 19. Vivo has confirmed that the base model in the series will be priced under Rs 50,000. It will be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset. It will run the Android 16-based OriginOS 6 out of the box. Its 6.59-inch FHD+ AMOLED display will have a 120Hz refresh rate. The rear camera array will comprise a 50MP primary camera, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 50MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. The top-spec ‘Elite’ variant in the lineup will be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor.
iQOO 13
If you’re looking for a smartphone that can run heavy-duty gaming titles with ease, we recommend spending a little extra on the iQOO 13. This smartphone runs a dual processor comprising Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC and iQOO’s in-house Supercomputing Chip Q2. It flaunts a 6.82-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. Its rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter, a 50MP ultrawide lens, and a 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom. The 6,000mAh battery pack supports 120W wired charging. Read our iQOO 13 review to find out how it handles games like BGMI and Call of Duty Mobile.
Pros
- Smooth display
- Dual processor
- Great for gaming
Cons
- Average ultrawide camera
Motorola Edge 50 Ultra
The Motorola Edge 50 Ultra packs the powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset and runs Android 14 out of the box. Its 6.7-inch P-OLED display has a 144Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 2,500 nits. With an IP68 rating on board, the smartphone can survive being immersed in water up to 1.5m for 30 minutes. The rear camera array of this phone comprises a 50MP primary shooter, a 64MP periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and a 50MP ultrawide lens. The 4,500mAh battery pack supports 125W wired and 50W wireless charging.
Pros
- Good processor
- Smooth display
- Super fast charging
Cons
- Runs Android 15 out of the box
iPhone 15
The iPhone 15 is priced just above Rs 50,000, making it the closest iPhone to this price tag. At the heart of the device lies Apple’s in-house A16 Bionic chipset. It runs iOS 17 out of the box, which can be upgraded to the latest iOS 26. The 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display can reach a peak brightness of 2,000 nits. This display has the Dynamic Island instead of an old-fashioned notch. The camera panel at the back houses a 48MP primary shooter and a 12MP ultrawide lens. The 3,349mAh battery pack supports 15W wireless (MagSafe and Qi2) charging.
Pros
- Nice design
- Dynamic Island
- Good cameras
Cons
- 60Hz refresh rate
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Final Thoughts
These are the top 10 smartphones priced under Rs 50,000 in February 2026. If you’ve got more room in your budget, check out the top 10 flagship smartphones this month. If you have any questions, let us know in the comments!
