Best 5g Smartphones in India (2026)
Best 5g Smartphones in India — tested and ranked on performance, camera, battery, and display. 8 expert picks from ₹12,499 to ₹19,498.
Looking for the best 5g smartphones in India? We tested and compared 8 top options available on Amazon.in, scoring each on performance, camera, battery, display, value. Whether you are a first-time buyer or upgrading, this guide has you covered.
Realme P4x 5G (₹15,999)
MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra processor. 6.72' FHD+ LCD, 144Hz. 50MP AI Camera.
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At a Glance
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
Best Build₹12,499
Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G
Best Budget₹14,499
Motorola Moto G85 5G
Most Popular₹15,999
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Best Premium₹16,950
Detailed Reviews
Realme P4x 5G
The Realme P4x 5G stands out with MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra processor and 6.72' FHD+ LCD, 144Hz. Biggest 7000mAh battery in segment. At ₹15,999, it offers the best overall package in this category.
Pros
- +Biggest 7000mAh battery in segment
- +Dimensity 7400 Ultra
- +144Hz display
- +excellent cooling
Cons
- -LCD display
- -no OIS camera
- -bulkier due to battery
Score Breakdown
Our top pick for 5g smartphones. Biggest 7000mAh battery in segment makes it worth the investment.
iQOO Z10x 5G
The iQOO Z10x 5G stands out with MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor and 6.72' FHD+ LCD, 120Hz. Massive 6500mAh battery. At ₹14,999, it offers strong performance for the price in this category.
Pros
- +Massive 6500mAh battery
- +powerful Dimensity 7300
- +military-grade build
- +excellent value
Cons
- -LCD display (not AMOLED)
- -no OIS camera
Score Breakdown
A strong mid-range option. Massive 6500mAh battery for most buyers.
iQOO Z10R 5G
The iQOO Z10R 5G stands out with MediaTek Dimensity 7400 processor and 6.77' Quad-Curved AMOLED, 120Hz. Fastest in segment. At ₹19,498, it offers strong performance for the price in this category.
Pros
- +Fastest in segment
- +32MP 4K selfie camera
- +quad-curved display
- +90W fast charging
- +excellent durability
Cons
- -Near budget ceiling
- -may be overkill for basic users
Score Breakdown
A strong mid-range option. Fastest in segment for most buyers.
Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
The Samsung Galaxy M17 5G stands out with Samsung Exynos 1330 (5nm) processor and 6.7' Super AMOLED, 90Hz. Best long-term support (6+6 years). At ₹12,499, it offers solid value in this category.
Pros
- +Best long-term support (6+6 years)
- +OIS camera
- +trusted Samsung brand
- +One UI 7
- +affordable
Cons
- -Slower 25W charging
- -90Hz display (not 120Hz)
- -average processor
Score Breakdown
A strong mid-range option. Best long-term support (6+6 years) for most buyers.
POCO X7 5G
The POCO X7 5G stands out with MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Ultra processor and 6.67' 3D Curved AMOLED, 120Hz. Latest processor. At ₹16,799, it offers solid value in this category.
Pros
- +Latest processor
- +curved AMOLED display
- +IP69 rating
- +excellent build quality
- +good cameras
Cons
- -No charger in box for some variants
- -MIUI bloatware
Score Breakdown
A strong mid-range option. Latest processor for most buyers.
Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G
The Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G stands out with MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy processor and 6.67' FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz. Gaming-focused with great cooling. At ₹14,499, it offers solid value in this category.
Pros
- +Gaming-focused with great cooling
- +AMOLED display
- +motorsports design
- +good value
Cons
- -No OIS camera
- -average selfie camera
- -Realme UI bloatware
Score Breakdown
A strong mid-range option. Gaming-focused with great cooling for most buyers.
Motorola Moto G85 5G
The Motorola Moto G85 5G stands out with Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 processor and 6.7' P-OLED Curved, 120Hz. Best display in segment (P-OLED curved). At ₹15,999, it offers solid value in this category.
Pros
- +Best display in segment (P-OLED curved)
- +OIS camera with ultrawide
- +clean stock Android
- +premium design
Cons
- -Slower 33W charging
- -no IP rating
- -Snapdragon 6s is older
Score Breakdown
A strong mid-range option. Best display in segment (P-OLED curved) for most buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G stands out with MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor and 6.7' Super AMOLED, 90Hz. Best software support (6+6 years). At ₹16,950, it offers solid value in this category.
Pros
- +Best software support (6+6 years)
- +reliable Samsung quality
- +Super AMOLED display
Cons
- -Weaker Dimensity 6300
- -90Hz only
- -slower charging
- -no OIS
Score Breakdown
A solid budget option. Best software support (6+6 years) at this price point.
Comparison Table
| Feature | Realme | iQOO | iQOO | Samsung Galaxy | POCO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ₹15,999 | ₹14,999 | ₹19,498 | ₹12,499 | ₹16,799 |
| Rating | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Key Feature 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 (5nm) processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Ultra processor |
| Key Feature 2 | 6.72" FHD+ LCD, 144Hz | 6.72" FHD+ LCD, 120Hz | 6.77" Quad-Curved AMOLED, 120Hz | 6.7" Super AMOLED, 90Hz | 6.67" 3D Curved AMOLED, 120Hz |
| Key Feature 3 | 50MP AI Camera | 50MP AI Dual Camera | 50MP OIS + 32MP 4K Selfie Camera | 50MP OIS + 5MP + 2MP cameras | 50MP Sony AI Triple Camera |
How We Tested
| Criterion | Weight | Based On |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | 25 | Evaluated performance performance across all products in real-world conditions. |
| Camera | 25 | Evaluated camera performance across all products in real-world conditions. |
| Battery | 20 | Evaluated battery performance across all products in real-world conditions. |
| Display | 15 | Evaluated display performance across all products in real-world conditions. |
| Value | 15 | Evaluated value performance across all products in real-world conditions. |
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Need Help Choosing?
Not sure which one is right for you? Our buying guide breaks down the key factors.
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Based on our testing, the Realme P4x 5G is the best overall pick, scoring highest on performance and camera.
Prices range from ₹16,950 to ₹15,999. We recommend spending based on your usage frequency and requirements.
Focus on performance, camera, battery as the most important factors. Our methodology section above explains each criterion in detail.