The sub-Rs 20,000 price segment has a lot of interesting offerings for those who are looking for a reliable phone that can handle routine tasks with ease. These phones may not flaunt the most powerful chipsets, but they get tasks like calling, texting, emailing, web browsing, media streaming, navigation, and gaming done without any hiccups. Here are the top 10 smartphones priced under Rs 20,000 in October 2025.
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CMF Phone 2 Pro
Nothing’s affordable sub-brand, CMF, put out one of the best budget phones this year. The Phone 2 Pro has a modular design that makes it compatible with accessories like a magnetic wallet, kickstand, lanyard, and fish-eye macro lens. Powering this device is the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro chipset. Software duties are handled by the Android 15-based Nothing OS 3. The 6.77-inch AMOLED panel has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. The triple camera array on the plastic back panel comprises a 50MP primary shooter, a 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide lens. Check out our review of the CMF Phone 2 Pro for a deeper analysis.
Pros
- Attachable accessories
- Bright display
- Telephoto lens
Cons
- Does not have a secondary speaker
Samsung Galaxy A17
The newest entry in the Galaxy A series lineup makes a great deal under Rs 10,000. The Galaxy A17 flaunts a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. This display can reach 800 nits in High Brightness Mode. At the heart of this phone lies Samsung’s in-house Exynos 1330 processor. OS duties are handled by the Android 15-based One UI 7. Samsung has promised 6 major OS upgrades for this phone. One of our favourite things about this device is that you can expand its storage to 2TB with a microSD card. The triple rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter, a 5MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. The 5,000mAh battery pack supports 25W wired charging. Read our Samsung Galaxy A17 review for more details.
Pros
- Smooth display
- 6 major OS upgrades
- Expandable storage
Cons
- The waterdrop notch on the display is dated
iQOO Z10R
The iQOO Z10R is a little more affordable than its Vivo counterpart. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 processor. Software duties are handled by the Android 15-based Funtouch 15 OS out of the box, with 2 major OS upgrades promised for the future. The smartphone is rated IP68/IP69 for protection against dust and water. Its 6.77-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 1,800 nits. The rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. The 5,700mAh battery pack supports 44W charging. Read our iQOO Z10R review to learn more about its everyday performance.
Pros
- Nice design
- IP68/69 rating
- Big battery
Cons
- No ultrawide lens
Tecno Pova Slim
If you want to get your hands on a sleek smartphone without breaking the bank, the Tecno Pova Slim is a nice choice. This smartphone measures just 6mm along its sides. It is compliant with MIL-STD-810H durability standards. Its 6.78-inch AMOLED display has a 144Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. Powering this phone is the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 SoC. It runs the Android 15-based HiOS 15 out of the box. The rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter and a 2MP auxiliary lens. The 5,160mAh battery pack supports 45W wired charging. Read our Tecno Pova Slim review for more details about the phone.
Pros
- Sleek form factor
- AI features
- Mood light
Cons
- Only available in a 128GB variant
Infinix GT 30
If you’re into gaming, you need to check out the Infinix GT 30. Like its Pro sibling, this smartphone has touch-sensitive shoulder triggers on its right edge. You can map the controls of your favourite First Person Shooter games on these triggers. Powering this phone is the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 SoC, which is an excellent choice in this price range. The 6.78-inch AMOLED display has a 144Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. The dual rear camera comprises a 64MP primary shooter and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The 5,500mAh battery pack supports 45W wired charging. Read our review of the Infinix GT 30 for a deeper analysis of its gaming performance.
Pros
- Bright display
- Good processor
- Shoulder triggers
Cons
- Could’ve had faster charging
Poco X7
The vanilla variant in the Poco X7 series is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset and runs the Android 14-based HyperOS out of the box. Its 6.67-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. The giant camera cutout on the back panel houses a 50MP primary shooter, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. The 5,500mAh battery pack supports 45W wired charging. Read our Poco X7 review to learn more about the smartphone.
Pros
- Good processor
- Fast charging
- IP69 rated
Cons
- Runs Android 14
Realme P4
The Realme P4 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 SoC and runs the Android 15-based Realme UI 6 out of the box. It packs a 6.77-inch AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. It is rated IP66 for protection against exposure to dust and water. The wide camera island on the back panel houses a 50MP primary shooter and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The massive 7,000mAh battery pack supports 80W wired charging. The device is also equipped with 10W reverse wired charging.
Pros
- Fluid display
- Good processor
- Fast charging
Cons
- Ultrawide camera takes soft pictures
Infinix Note 50s
The Infinix Note 50s is sleek, smart, and savvy. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate processor. Software duties on this phone are handled by the Android 15-based XOS 15 out of the box. The smartphone is packed with useful AI features. You also get Google’s AI tools like Circle to Search and Gemini Assistant. The rear camera panel houses a 64MP primary shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. The 5,500mAh battery pack supports 45W wired charging. Check out our Infinix Note 50s review to learn more about its everyday performance.
Pros
- Sleek profile
- Smooth display
- AI features
Cons
- Contains bloatware
Oppo K13
The Oppo K13 is another good gaming smartphone under Rs 20,000. It is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 processor and runs the Android 15-based ColorOS 15 out of the box. It has been promised 2 major OS upgrades. Its 6.67-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 1,200 nits. The camera island on the back panel houses a 50MP primary shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. The 7,000mAh Si/C battery pack supports 80W wired charging. Check out our review of the Oppo K13 to learn how it handles demanding gaming titles.
Pros
- Bright display
- Good main camera
- Big battery
Cons
- Contains bloatware
OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite
Last year’s OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite is still a tremendous smartphone in October 2025. It is powered by the Snapdragon 695 5G SoC and runs the Android 14-based OxygenOS 14 out of the box. Its 6.67-inch AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and 2,100 nits of peak brightness. The dual rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. The 5,110mAh battery pack supports 80W wired charging. For a deeper dive into its everyday performance, read our review of the OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite.
Pros
- Nice design
- Smooth display
- 80W fast charging
Cons
- Mediocre processor
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Final Thoughts
These are our picks for the top 10 smartphones priced under Rs 20,000 in October 2025. If you have some more room in your budget, check out the best phones under Rs 30,000 this month. If you have any questions, let us know in the comments!
