Best cell phones under Rs 20,000 in February 2022: Redmi Note 11T, Realme 8 5G and more

The sub-Rs 20,000 smartphone segment is set to get an upgrade over the coming weeks, with Realme launching the 9-series in India and Xiaomi planning to unveil the Redmi Note 11-series in the country. Both of these ranges are expected to have devices priced below Rs 20,000 and will offer more options to customers. So we thought that now is probably the best time to review the best mobile phones available under Rs 20,000 in India right now, some of which may also become cheaper after the introduction of new phones.

Among the recent launches, the Redmi Note 11T 5G and Realme 8 5G are India Today Tech’s top picks. Both of these devices offer 5G support along with a few other significant upgrades over last year’s affordable devices. Apart from these, we also have the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max which is an ideal all-rounder.

Here is a look at the best mobile phones under Rs 20,000 in February 2022.

Redmi Note 11T 5G

The only major advantage of the Redmi Note 11T 5G over the Note 10 series phones is support for 5G connectivity. The phone has a dual rear camera system with a 50MP main camera on the back and an 8MP ultra-wide camera that supports 119 degrees of field of view. The front has a 16-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls.

The smartphone packs the MediaTek Dimensity 810 SoC. It has a 6.6-inch Full HD+ LCD display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 with a refresh rate of up to 90 Hz. It has a battery of 5000mAh with support for 33W fast charging.

Our opinion : The Redmi Note 11T offers 5G support as well as an excellent screen with a high refresh rate. an upgraded processor and fast charging support with the charger inside the box. All of this makes the Note 11T 5G a good package.

You can read our detailed review here.

Realme 8 5G

Just like the Redmi Note 11T 5G, the Realme 8G also brings 5G connectivity with a 90Hz display. It can be considered by people who want to opt for a Realme phone. The phone has a 6.5 inch display and packs a MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor inside. It has a triple 48-megapixel camera, accompanied by two auxiliary 2-megapixel cameras. There is a 16-megapixel front selfie camera. The Realme 8 5G’s 5000mAh battery supports 18W fast charging.

Our opinion : The Realme 8 5G offers super smooth display, long battery life and good camera performance. It is a decent smartphone in the sub Rs. 20,000 category.

You can read our detailed review here.

Motorola Moto G60

Next on the list is the Moto G60, the only phone here to offer a standard Android experience. The phone comes with a massive 6.8-inch HD+ display with a high 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G and houses a 6000 battery with 20W turbocharger support. The Moto G60 features a 108-megapixel camera sensor along with macro, depth, and other sensors.

Our opinion : The performance of the smartphone is quite smooth and fast, the battery is impressive and lasts just over two days. The camera captures crisp, clear images during the day.

You can read our detailed review here.

Redmi Note 10 Pro Max

The fact that Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is on the list almost a year after its launch says a lot about this phone. The only thing it lacks is 5G support. Other than that, the phone ticks all the boxes. It features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G processor, a 6.67-inch Full-HD+ Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 108-megapixel quad-camera setup. It supports 33W fast charging and has a premium glass finish to complete a great package.

Our opinion : The Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is a great overall package at this price. It offers decent performance, display, and battery prowess. So, if you are looking for the perfect smartphone under Rs 20,000, your search should end with the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max.

You can read our detailed review here.