IN PICS | Oppo F25 Pro, Poco X6 Pro, More Alternatives To OnePlus Nord CE 4

Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G (Price: Rs 25,999 onwards) – The Redmi Note series has evolved from budget smartphones to fierce competitors in the mid-segment market, exemplified by the Redmi Note 13 Pro’s debut. Featuring a 200-megapixel main camera and Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chip, alongside a 6.67-inch AMOLED display and 5,100mAh battery with 67W fast charging, it promises a formidable challenge to smartphones in its price range.

Realme 12 Pro 5G (Price: Rs 23,999) – Realme’s latest collaboration with luxury smartwatch designer Ollivier Savéo brings forth the Realme 12 Pro, sporting a premium circular camera unit and a gold-accented sunburst design that overshadows the Nord CE 4. Featuring a curved 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor, the device ensures smooth everyday performance alongside its versatile camera setup, including a 50-megapixel Sony IMX709 sensor and a 32-megapixel telephoto lens. With a 5,000mAh battery, 67W fast charging, IP65 rating, and Realme UI on Android 14, the Realme 12 Pro emerges as a compelling option in the mid-segment market, potentially challenging the dominance of the Nord series.

Oppo F25 Pro 5G (Price: Rs 23,999 onwards) – The Oppo F25 Pro stands out with its stylish design, particularly in the eye-catching Lava Red shade, boasting a polycarbonate resin and glass fibre back that shifts hues under different lighting conditions. Featuring a sleek 7.54 mm profile and P65 dust and water resistance, it also impresses with a vibrant 6.7-inch AMOLED display, a versatile triple camera setup including a 64-megapixel main sensor, and a sizable 5,000 mAh battery with 67 W fast charging. Running on a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 chip and Android 14 with Oppo’s ColorOS 14, its combination of aesthetics and functionality positions it strongly in the mid-range smartphone market.

Poco X6 Pro (Price: Rs 25,999 onwards) – The Poco X6 Pro boasts a flagship MediaTek Dimensity 8300-Ultra chip, LPDDR5X RAM, and UFS 4.0 storage, delivering top-tier performance. Featuring a 6.7-inch 1.5K display, triple camera setup, stereo speakers, and a 5,000mAh battery with 67W fast charging, it stands out as a formidable contender in its category, surpassing competitors like the new Nord.

Nothing Phone 2a (Price: Rs 23,999 onwards) – The Nothing Phone 2a, featuring the iconic transparent back and sleek design, competes directly with the Nord CE 4 as the most budget-friendly option in the Nothing lineup. Boasting unique features like the Glyph UI and a dual-camera setup with a 50-megapixel main sensor, the phone offers a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro chip, and a large 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging, making it an attractive choice for those seeking distinctive aesthetics and solid performance.