Best mobile phones under ₹20,000 in India (Apr 2024): iQOO Z9 5G, Realme Narzo 70 Pro 5G and more

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₹20,000: Priced at ₹19,999 for the 8GB RAM/128GB storage variant and ₹21,999 for the 8GB RAM/256GB storage variant, the iQOO Z9 5G boasts a 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1800 nits peak brightness. It holds an IP54 rating, making it resistant to dust and splashes, suitable for light water exposure. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 chipset and Mali-G610 GPU, it ensures smooth performance for graphics-intensive tasks.

With up to 8GB LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256GB UFS 2.2 storage, expandable up to 1TB via MicroSD, storage limitations are minimal. The camera setup includes a 50MP Sony IMX882 primary sensor with OIS and EIS, along with a 2MP depth sensor at the rear, and a 16MP front camera. Priced at ₹19,999 for the 8GB RAM/128GB storage variant and ₹21,999 for the 8GB RAM/256GB storage variant, the Realme Narzo 70 Pro 5G boasts a 6.7-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a remarkable 120Hz refresh rate and up to 2,000 nits peak brightness, enhancing visual experiences.

Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7050 processor on the TSMC 6nm process and coupled with the Mali G68 MC4 GPU, it ensures smooth performance, particularly for graphics-intensive tasks. With up to 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and up to 256GB storage, storage constraints are minimal. Optically, the Narzo 70 Pro 5G houses a triple rear camera setup, comprising a 50MP Sony IMX890 primary sensor with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro shooter, while a 16MP front-facing camera caters to selfies.