With most of us working from home and schools and colleges taking class virtually, having a laptop in today’s life becoming a norm. Just like smartphones, nowadays, almost everyone in the house wants one. If you are working remotely, you need a laptop for work, if you have kids or you are a student, you need a laptop to attend online classes. 

If you are in the market for some of the best laptops under Rs 40,000 in India currently available, we’ve got you covered. We have made a list of laptops for all the different needs that covers your casual browsing, mails check, work, attend classes or complete assignments and presentations. 

If it's about the add-ons, many of them offer a dedicated graphics card or multimedia features, but that's certainly not enough power to suffice the needs of a video editor or a graphic designer. There are many configurations available, some with newer processors and some with older ones. 

In this post, we have listed some of the best laptops available under Rs 40,000 in India. In case you are looking for something a little more budget-friendly, you can check out our compilation of the Best laptops under Rs 30,000.

• Best laptops for students for under Rs 40,000

Available in a 14 and 15-inch variant, the Dell Inspiron 5000 is a good all-rounder that brings latest 10th gen Intel processors to this segment, along with integrated NVidia MX230 graphics.

The 512GB of m.2 NVMe SSD storage makes it one of the fastest laptops on this list.

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The Asus VivoBook 14 features a 14-inch Full HD display and is powered by AMD Ryzen 5 3500U processor with upto 12GB RAM and 1TB HDD. It also has a fingerprint sensor that allows you to quickly unlock the laptop without manually entering your PIN or password.

It weighs around 1.5Kg and has a 45Whr battery capacity. The Asus VivoBook 14 is available starting from Rs 39,990 in silver colour.

HP has several affordable options when it comes to laptops with an integrated graphics card. The HP 15-DA0326TU features a 15.6-inch Full HD backlit LED display, along with the full set of connectivity options that you need in a laptop. Dual speakers and HP’s Truevision HD webcam round up the specs of the laptop.

The first Dell entrant in this list, the Inspiron 3567 comes with the Intel’s Core i5 processor coupled with integrated Intel HD graphics. It has a minimalist design and offers six hours of battery life, which is good enough in this range. 

The Inspiron 3567 features a 15.6-inch HD display, but comes with half the RAM compared to its competitors at this price. You will have to decide whether you want the a powerful processor or more RAM.

The Lenovo IdeaPad S145 -15API offers a beautiful and slim design with 15.6-inch Full HD display along with 8GB RAM and 512GB SSD. It comes with dual speakers and Dolby Audio. It comes in Platinum Grey colour, which looks gorgeous. It is very thin, light and can be carried around easily. You can pick this up if you are looking for a portable laptop. 

Further, the Lenovo IdeaPad S145 is powered by  AMD Ryzen 5 3500U CPU and is also packed with AMD Radeon Vega 8 GPU. It weighs at 1.85 kgs and can last up to 4.5 hours on a single charge. It comes with a VGA web camera. 

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The Dell Vostro 14 3000 offers a 14-inch LED HD screen and is powered by 8th gen Intel Core i5 processor with 8GB RAM and 1TB storage. It also houses dedicated 2GB AMD Radeon 520 graphics card. It comes with a 720p HD web camera, for all your meetings/classes. It houses dual speakers and has a built-in microphone. 

It runs on Linus OS instead of Windows 10, which some people might prefer. Dell claims the laptop can last up to 6 hours on a single charge. It weighs in a 1.79 kg. The major downside of the laptop is the HD display but, to make it up for that average display, the machine offers 8GB RAM and a dedicated GPU. 

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Lenovo’s IdeaPad has produced one of the solid machines in the past few years, adding to the list is the IdeaPad S145 -15IWL. It sports a 15-6-inch Full HD display with and the laptop comes with a 180-degree hinge mechanism.  The brightness can go up to 220 nits and that laptop doesn't come with an optical disk drive. 

It is powered by Intel i5 processor and is coupled with 8GB. It can last up to 6 hours on a single charge. The IdeaPad S145 comes with a USB 2.0 port and a couple of USB 3.1 ports. It also features stereo speakers with HD Dolby Audio and a VGA camera. Other connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.2. 

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The machine is powered by 8the gen Intel core i5 processor and comes with  2GB NVidia GeForce MX110 dedicated graphics. It runs on Windows 10 OS and weights 1,9 kg. It also comes with Eye Care Mode, smart gestures, and SonicMaster audio.

Further, it comes with 8GB RAM which is expandable up to 12GB and is coupled with 1TB storage. Port options on the device include 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x USB 3.1, and an HDMI port.  

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The Acer Aspire 3 is one of the best options in this list, featuring a Full HD LED display, Intel Core i5 8th generation processor, NVIDIA Geforce MX130 graphics, 8GB RAM and a 1TB HDD. It is a feature packed device that has been priced very competitively.

While MX130 is not capable of handling heavy games, it is decent enough for some light gaming. If you are looking for a decent laptop for work or studies, the Acer Aspire 3 is worth considering.

The Dell Inspiron 15 5000 is powered by the Ryzen 5 processor coupled with AMD Radeon Vega 8 Graphics. It features a 15.6-inch full HD display, offering a vivid visual experience to the users.

It is a powerful device and at this price point, offers excellent value for money to its users. It runs on Windows 10 and sports dual stereo speakers with MaxxAudio Pro support, for an enhanced audio experience. 

The Lenovo Ideapad 130 is another laptop powered by the eighth generation Intel Core i5 processor. It is equipped with NVIDIA Geforce MX110 to offer a decent gaming experience.

The Ideapad 130 features a 15.6-inch HD LED display, so if you are looking for a laptop that has a decent display, the Ideapad 130 may not be the best option for you. However, if you want a powerful processor with dedicated graphics and are willing to settle with a HD display, the Ideapad 130 is worth considering.

• The best laptops for gaming under Rs 50,000

While smartphone brands are clearly getting rid of the headphone jack in flagship phones for good, these earbuds are still a very important accessory for the majority of the market. Thankfully, mid-range, as well as low-end phones, still come with it. According to a report by IDC, The India wearables market completed another record year as the shipments of wearables devices saw an impressive 168.3% year-over-year (YoY) growth in 2019, closing the year with 14.9 million units. This growth was led by earwear, accounting for most shipment volumes, its category grew five-fold shipping 8.5 million units. 

Suffice to say, it’s a very popular segment, especially the headphones under Rs 2,000 with tons of options. So, we’re here to help you make your shopping decision easier. Most products in this range typically offer punchy bass which is preferred by the multitude. However, if you’re an audiophile with very specific tastes, you would have to look beyond this range. 

It’s also worth noting that the best headphones under Rs 2,000 available in India also come with some trade-offs because of that aggressive price tag. We have, however, listed a wide range of headphones over-the-ear headphones, Type-C headphones, and even a couple of wireless headphones.

See also

• Best true wireless earbuds under Rs 10,000 in India
• Best wireless headphones available in India
• Best noise-cancelling headphones available in India 

As with smartphones, Realme's Buds are significantly cheaper than the rest of the wireless competition. It brings a bunch of features that are rare at this price, such as seamless connectivity in seconds, magnetic locks that double as the power buttons and long battery life.

Tuned by DJ Alan Walker, these excel in playing back Electro or EDM music with a strong bass. The battery life is rated for 12 hours which is also on the higher side. All of that in a package that weighs only 30g makes the Realme Buds Wireless a no-brainer.

The newly launched OnePlus Wireless Z is the third-gen OnePlus wireless. The Bullet Wireless Z is significantly cheaper than its predecessors and offers very similar specs, at least on paper. They come in four colour options - black, blue, oat, and mint. 

You get up to 20 hours of playback with a single charge and a quick 10 minutes will last up to 10 minutes, thanks to the Warp charge. They come with a 9.2mm dynamic driver and they’re also IP55 rated for dust and water resistance. 

Priced at Rs 1,999, the Bullet Wireless Z is available on Amazon and OnePlus.in

Although 1More is not a very popular audio company in India yet, it does make some high-quality headphones that offer a great bang for your buck. If you are looking for a very affordable yet high-quality headphone, the 1More Piston Fit could the right fit for your needs. 

Depending on the shape of the insides of your ears, you can choose between different sized tips on the 1More Piston Fit. The 45-degree angled design also helps in getting that feeling of a snug fit. 

The 1More Piston Fit are slightly biased in favour of details over bass, so keep this in mind while making your decision.

SoundMagic is yet another reputed audio accessory maker. The SoundMagic PL30+ C is well-known for its perfectly balanced audio output. You don’t have to worry about playing with the equalizer settings to get the best out of the PL30+ C. However, if you are inclined towards a certain acoustic, you can always customize it the way you like it.

In terms of looks and build quality, the SoundMagic PL30+ C is right up there with the best in this price range. They come in an attractive packaging which consists of a hard case, 5 sets of earbuds and a couple of hooks.

Sennheiser is a well-known brand when it comes to premium audio accessories. However, keeping the budget consumers in mind, Sennheiser launched the CX 275S in-ear headphones. These headphones offer decent sound output which is a bit more inclined towards the treble.

The Sennheiser CX 275 S fits quite well in the ears and features a composed yet premium build quality.

One of the cheapest in the list, the Realme Buds 2 is the second-generation wired earphones from Realme. The Buds 2 comes in a tangle-free design and also they feature built-in magnet.  They offer good sound quality, overall built is good, and the bass is excellent. 

There is nothing much to complain about the Realme Buds 2, they get everything right and for the price of Rs 599, you can’t complain. They are available on Amazon in black, yellow, and orange colour options. 

Sony is another well-known name when it comes to audio products. The MDR-EX255AP in-ear headphones try to strike a good balance between bass, treble and other acoustics. You can also improve the overall quality to suit your needs by fiddling with the equalizer settings.

The semi-braided wires along with the metal casing give the headphones a premium look. With real-silicon earbuds, the Sony MDR-EX255AP fits quite well in the ears.

Xiaomi’s Mi Neckband is for the ones who are looking for a god pair of neckbands for casual running or listening to music. The neckband comes with punchy bass and also offers battery life up to 8 hours on a single charge. Furthermore, the Bluetooth earphone comes with in-built mic with buttons to control media playback and also pick/reject the calls. 

On the downside, the Mi Neckband can’t be paired with two devices at once even though it harnesses Bluetooth 5.0. It also lacks any sort for water-resistant, so it’s not safe for your gym workouts. 

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If you are a bass lover, the Sony MDR-XB450 on-ear headphones could be the perfect option for you under Rs 2,000. Powered by the huge 30 mm drivers, the Sony MDR-XB450 can produce bass levels that are unmatched in this price range.

Although the MDR-XB450 focus primarily on bass, they deliver great output in the mids and the highs too.

The MDR-XB450 has well-cushioned ear pads and the metal casing adds to the looks, but the build quality may not be up there if you’re thinking long term. Still, it is a great on-ear option, especially if you’re a basshead.

Xiaomi recently expanded its audio accessories portfolio in India with the launch of the Mi Super Bass wireless headphones. Sporting a cool black and red colour profile and a comfortable design, these Mi wireless headphones are easy on the eyes.

On ears, too, they are comfortable. The cups are well cushioned and seal the ears nicely. The bass is good, too, especially in the lows. Xiaomi says that the headphones should last for up to 20 hours of playback, but it has also bundled in a 3.5mm cable should you run out of juice.

The successor to one of the most popular budget Bluetooth headset, Boat Rockerz 255 Pro offers everything that Boat Rockerz 255 offered with a couple for additional features. They are available in 4 colour options - yellow, blue, red, and green. 

The Boat Rockerz 255 Pro features Bluetooth 5.0 QCC3003 chipset to produce HD sound and deep bass. It comes with 10mm dynamic drivers and is also IPX5 rated for water and sweat resistance. A quick 20 minutes charge can last up to 4 hours of playback. 

The Boat Rockerz 255 Pro is priced at Rs 1,599 and is available on Amazon and Flipkart. 

Xiaomi has been synonymous with value for money products for a long time now, and that is no different with the Mi In-Ear Headphones Pro HD. In terms of build quality and design, these headphones are right up there with the best.

Like many other Xiaomi products, the Mi In-Ear Headphones Pro HD offer great bang for your buck without compromising on the quality. These headphones offer top-notch sound at budget prices, making them one of the best options in this guide. However, it’s worth noting that you may not experience the best output quickly, as these headphones require an extensive burn out period.

The SoundMagic E30 was launched way back in 2013, but still, it is quite relevant to current standards. The earpieces generate a very well-balanced sound output with unmatchable clarity. The best part is that you can enjoy pure music which is not distorted by excessive bass. The E30 focusses more on the treble side while maintaining a composed, yet tight, bass.

When it comes to building quality, the SoundMagic E30 fails to impress. The headphones are made of cheap plastic with sub-standard finishing. The earpieces are designed to be worn over the ears with its cables going around your earlobes. If properly plugged in, the E30 provides exceptional noise cancellation and are quite comfortable too.

Audio-Technica is another reputed name when it comes to audio products. The ATH-AX1iS offers a well-balanced audio output, but it is conservative when it comes to bass.

Although the ATH-AX1iS are durable, the build quality leaves something to be desired. They also fit really well on the ears with well-cushioned ear pads. You also get an in-line mic along with volume controls that makes it easy to manage your music on the go.

Let's end the list with a pair for those whose phones do not sport a 3.5mm headphone jack. The OnePlus Type-C Bullets came alongside the 6T when the company abandoned the headphone jack. 

Over time, this has become the de facto pair for those not wanting to opt for wireless solutions, in favour of better latency and quality. The tangle-free cables and inbuilt DAC are great additions.

Some older phones will need turning on OTG functionality in order to use them.

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Finnish smartphone maker Nokia has announced its latest budget device dubbed as the Nokia X5 in China. The device has been in the news for some time now and has been finally made official. The device looks similar to the Nokia X6, which was the first device from Nokia to feature a notch display.

The Nokia X6 was launched in China earlier this year and is expected to make its India debut in August. At the moment, there is no information about the Indian availability of the X5 and we receive some information about the device when the Nokia X6 is announced in India.

 

Nokia X5 Specifications

The Nokia X5 runs on Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box and like other Nokia devices, it offers a stock Android experience. The device features a 5.86-inch HD+ 2.5D curved glass display with a resolution of 1520 x 720 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19:9. It features a notch at the top that houses the earpiece, front camera and other sensors.

In terms of performance, the device is powered by an octa core Helio P60 SoC coupled with Mali-G72 MP3 GPU, compared to the Snapdragon 636 used on the X6. The Nokia X5 has been launched in two variants – 3GB RAM + 32GB storage and 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant.

Coming to the cameras, the device sports a 13MP + 5MP dual rear camera setup with f/2.0 aperture, phase detection autofocus and an LED flash. On the front, the device sports an 8MP selfie camera with f/2.2 aperture and an 80.4-degree wide-angle lens.

The Nokia X5 is powered by a 3,060mAh battery and does not support fast charging. Connectivity options on the device include dual 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 4.2, WiFi 802.11 ac, GPS, 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio and a USB Type – C port.

Nokia X5 Pricing and Availability

The Nokia X5 has been priced at 999 CNY (Rs. 10,200 approx.) for the 3GB RAM variant and 1,399 CNY (Rs. 14,300 approx.) for the 4GB RAM variant. The device will be available in China starting from tomorrow, July 19 from Nokia online store, JD.com, Suning and Lynx.

• Nokia X6 is unlikely to arrive in India before August

Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi has teased it upcoming phablet, the Mi Max 3 ahead of its launch in China on July 19. The device has been in the news for some time now after several leaks and rumors related to the device were reported online.

Xiaomi has been teasing the launch of the device for some time and now, its founder, Bin Lin has shared the official renders of the device on Chinese social networking portal Weibo, revealing the design and some of the specifications of the device. The renders have also revealed three color options of the device – Black, Blue and Gold.

In his post, Bin Lin mentioned that even though the Mi Max 3 is considerably bigger than its predecessor, the phone does not feel big in hand and this may be due to the 18:9 panel. The Mi Max 3 will feature a 6.9-inch display compared to the 6.44-inch display of the Mi Max 2. He further added that the 5,500mAh battery will offer long battery life on the device.

Coming to the design of the device, the Mi Max 3 looks similar to the Redmi Note 5 Pro at the back as it features a vertically placed dual camera setup and similarly placed fingerprint sensor. The device is expected to feature a metal unibody design.

Xiaomi Mi Max 3 Specifications

The Xiaomi Mi Max 3 is expected to run on Android 8.1 Oreo with MIUI 10 skinned on top out of the box. The device is confirmed to feature a 6.9-inch full HD+ 2.5D curved IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18:9.

While there is no information regarding Corning Gorilla Glass protection, the predecessor of the device had Gorilla Glass 3 and the Mi Max 3 is also expected to have similar protection.

In terms of performance, the Mi Max 3 is expected to be powered by powered by an octa core Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 SoC coupled with Adreno 506 GPU, making it the second device from Xiaomi to feature this SoC after the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro. In terms of memory, the device is expected to be announced in three variants – 3GB RAM + 32GB internal storage, 4GB RAM + 64GB internal storage and 6GB RAM + 128GB internal storage.

Coming to the camera department, the device is rumored to feature a dual camera setup at the back consisting of a 12MP primary camera with Sony IMX363 sensor, 1.4µm pixel size and a 5MP secondary camera with dual LED flash. On the front, the device is reported to feature an 8MP selfie camera.

The Xiaomi Mi Max 3 will be powered by a 5,500mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 support. Connectivity options on the device will include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5, GPS, 3.5mm audio jack and a USB Type – C port.

After sending invites for the global launch of a new Xiaomi device, the Chinese smartphone maker has confirmed that it will announce two new Android One smartphones at the event in Spain. The company will announce the Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite at its event on July 24.

After several leaks and rumors, Xiaomi has confirmed on Twitter that the company will launch not one but two Android One devices. In its tweet, the company said, “We are giving you ALL not 1 but 2 smartphones on July 24th! Any guesses? #2isbetterthan1”. We already know that the two devices will be the Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite.

Xiaomi Mi A2 Specifications

The Xiaomi Mi A2 is reported to run on Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box and will be a part of Google’s Android One program. The device is reported to feature a 5.99-inch full HD+ 2.5D curved glass display with a resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18:9.

In terms of performance, the Mi A2 is expected to be powered by the octa core Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 SoC coupled with Adreno 512 GPU. In terms of memory, the device is expected to be announced in three variants – 4GB RAM + 64GB internal storage, 6GB RAM + 64GB internal storage and 6GB RAM + 128GB internal storage.

Coming to the camera department, the Xiaomi Mi A2 is expected to feature a dual camera setup at the back consisting of a 12MP primary camera with Sony IMX486 sensor, 1.25μm pixel size, f/1.75 aperture and a secondary 20MP camera with Sony IMX376 sensor, f/1.75 aperture and 1.0um pixel size. On the front, the device is reported to feature a 20MP selfie camera with Sony IMX376 sensor, 1.0um pixel size and a soft LED flash.

The Mi A2 is expected to be powered by a 3,010mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 support. Connectivity options on the device will include Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 5 LE, 3.5mm audio jack, GPS and a USB Type – C port.

Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite Specifications

The Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite is the Android One variant of the recently announced Redmi 6 Pro. It looks similar to the Mi A2 at the back but at the front it has a notch, giving it a different look. The device will run on Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box and is reported to feature a smaller 5.84-inch full HD+ 2.5D curved glass display with a resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19:9.

In terms of performance, the device is expected to be powered by the octa core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 SoC coupled with Adreno 506 GPU. In terms of memory, the device is expected to be announced in three variants – 3GB RAM + 32GB storage, 4GB RAM + 32GB storage and 4GB RAM + 64GB storage.

Coming to the camera department, the device will feature a dual camera setup at the back consisting of a 12MP primary camera with Sony IMX486 sensor, 1.25um pixel size, phase detection autofocus, f/2.2 aperture and a secondary 5MP camera with Samsung S5K5E8 sensor, f/2.2 aperture and 1.12um pixel size. On the front, the device is expected to sport a 5MP selfie camera.

The Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite will be powered by a 4,000mAh battery and connectivity options on the device will include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, 3.5mm audio jack and GPS.

Chinese smartphone maker Honor has started sending invites for the launch of its new mid-range device dubbed as the Honor 9N in India on July 24. The device was launched in China as the Honor 9i (2018) and was earlier expected to be launched in India as the Honor 9X.

The device is the successor of last year’s Honor 9i and is expected to be priced similarly. The device features an all new design with a notch display and horizontally placed dual camera setup at the back. Honor has also posted a teaser of the device on Twitter.

Honor 9N Specifications

The Honor 9N runs on Android 8.0 Oreo with the company’s custom EMUI 8.0 skinned on top and features a 5.84-inch full HD+ 2.5D curved glass display with a resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19:9. As mentioned earlier, the device now features a notch at the front.

In terms of performance, the Honor 9N is powered by an octa core Kirin 659 SoC coupled with MaliT830-MP2 GPU. Despite being the successor of the Honor 9i, the device is powered by the same SoC as the Honor 9i. In terms of memory, the device will be available in two variants – 4GB RAM + 64GB internal storage and 4GB RAM + 128GB internal storage.

Coming to the camera department, the Honor 9i features a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 13MP primary camera and a secondary 2MP camera with an LED flash. On the front, the device sports a 16MP selfie camera.

The Honor 9N is powered by a 3,000mAh battery and sports a fingerprint sensor at the back. Connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS and a microUSB 2.0 port.

After launching the Vivo Nex in China, the company had sent invites for the launch of its flagship device in India on July 19. Now, ahead of the launch, the device has been spotted on Amazon, revealing that it will be priced starting at Rs. 48,990 and will be sold as an Amazon exclusive in India.

The report by MySmartPrice has revealed that the company will launch the premium Nex S variant in India and not the Snapdragon 710 powered Nex A. Additionally, the device will be named as Vivo Nex, instead of Nex S. The timing of this leak is interesting as it has occurred on the same day that Oppo launched its Find X smartphone priced at Rs. 59,990.

Apart from revealing the price of the device, the leak has also revealed that the device will be available to pre-order on Amazon India starting on July 19 at 1 PM.

Vivo Nex Specifications

The Vivo Nex runs on Android 8.1 Oreo with Funtouch OS 4.0 skinned on top and features a 6.59-inch full HD+ Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2316 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19.3:9.

In terms of performance, the Vivo Nex is powered by an octa core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC coupled with Adreno 630 GPU. In terms of memory, the device is expected to be launched in two variants – 8GB RAM + 128GB internal storage and 8GB RAM + 256GB internal storage.

Coming to the camera department, the Vivo Nex features a dual camera setup at the back consisting of a 12MP Sony IMX363 sensor with f/1.8 aperture, 4-axis OIS, dual LED flash and a 5MP secondary camera with f/2.4 aperture. On the front, the device sports a 8MP pop-up selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture.

The Vivo Nex is powered by a 4,000mAh battery with fast charge support. Connectivity options on the device include dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 5.0 LE, GPS, 3.5mm audio jack and a USB Type-C port. Apart from the pop-up selfie camera, another USP of the device is its in-display fingerprint sensor.

Oppo Find X has been launched in India today, marking the re-introduction of Oppo’s flagship Find series of smartphones in the country. The Find X is an interesting new smartphone that features a set of sliding cameras – it is one of the first smartphones in the world to feature such a setup.

Launched in China last month, the Oppo Find X’s headline feature is its Camera Slider, allowing the company to reduce the bezels of the phone drastically - overall, the Find X has an impressive screen-to-body ratio of 93.8 percent.

Oppo Find X specifications

The Oppo Find X runs on Android 8.1 Oreo with the company’s ColorOS 5.1 skinned on top. The device features a 6.42-inch full HD+ AMOLED Panoramic Arc display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5.

In terms of performance, the Oppo Find X is powered by the flagship octa core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC coupled with Adreno 630 GPU. In terms of memory, the device has been launched in one variant only – 8GB RAM + 256GB internal storage. In Paris, the device was also launched in a 128GB variant.

Coming to the camera department, the placement of the cameras is one of the USP of the device. It features a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 16MP primary camera with f/2.0 aperture, OIS, LED flash and a 20MP secondary camera with f/2.2 aperture. On the front, the device sports a 25MP selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture.

The Oppo Find X is powered by a 3,730mAh battery with VOOC flash charge support. Connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0 LE, GPS and a USB Type – C port.

Another highlight of the Find X is the O-Face Recognition technology, which uses 15,000 dot projection and 3D light structuring to scan the user’s face. While it may add a slight delay in unlocking the smartphone, Oppo claims that it is 20 times safer when compared to fingerprint unlock.

Oppo has also added another feature called 3D Omoji that presumably uses the same 3D light structuring technology. Using 3D Omoji, users can create animated 3D emojis which imitate the user’s real-life expressions, akin to the Animoji feature that Apple introduced with the iPhone X. At the moment, though, the Oppo Find X will not come with this feature in India.

Oppo Find X price and availability

The Oppo Find X is priced at Rs. 59,990 and will be available in Bordeaux Red and Glacier Blue color options. The device will be available from August 3 online exclusively from Flipkart and retail stores across the country and pre-orders for the device will begin from July 25. Users who pre-book the device will get a gift voucher worth Rs. 300.

Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi has announced the devices that are eligible to get the MIUI 10 update. The current list has 28 Xiaomi devices, including the 3-year-old Mi 4C smartphone and more devices are expected to be added to this list in the coming days. The company has not revealed any schedule for the updates.

Xiaomi had announced the latest version of MIUI at its event in China along with the Mi 8 series. In India, the company announced the MIUI 10 Global ROM at the event held for the Redmi Y2, the company’s latest camera centric device.

The current list does not include the recently announced Redmi 6 series consisting of the Redmi 6 Plus, Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A, but they are expected to receive the update soon. Some reports have revealed that the recently launched Mi 8 series has started to receive the MIUI 10 update.

MIUI 10 eligible devices

• Xiaomi Mi 8, Mi 8 SE, Mi 6, Mi 6X, Mi 5, Mi 5S Plus, Mi 5X, Mi 5C, Mi 4S and the Mi 4C 
• Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S, Mi Mix 2 and the Mi Mix 
• Xiaomi Mi Note 3 and the Mi Note 2 
• Xiaomi Mi Max 2, Mi Max and the Mi Max Prime 
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 5, Redmi Note 5A, Note 5A Prime and the Redmi Note 4X 
• Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus, Redmi 5, Redmi 5A, Redmi 4X and the Redmi S2

In India, the list of devices that will get the MIUI 10 update is slightly different as some of the devices have been launched with a different name and some devices haven’t been launched in the country.

MIUI 10 India eligible device

• Mi Mix 2, Mi 6, Mi 5s Plus, Mi 5s, Mi 5, Mi 4, Mi 3, Mi Note 2, Mi Max 2 and Mi Max
•  Redmi Note 5, Redmi Note 5 Pro, Redmi Note 5A, Redmi Note 5A Prime, Redmi Note 4, Redmi Note 4X and Redmi Note 3 
• Redmi 5, Redmi 5A, Redmi 4, Redmi 4A and Redmi 3S 
• Redmi Y2, Redmi Y1 and Redmi Y1 Lite

Taiwanese smartphone maker Asus has launched its latest flagship device, the Zenfone 5z at an event in India. The device was announced during MWC 2018 held in Barcelona and was later launched in Taiwan and Europe. The device has now finally made its way to India after several rumors and teasers from the company.

The Asus Zenfone 5z is an affordable flagship from the company and has been priced competitively to take on the likes of OnePlus 6, Honor 10 and the upcoming Xiaomi Mi 8. The main highlights of the Zenfone 5z are its notch display, Snapdragon 845 SoC, dual camera setup and its price. The Zenfone 5z is the cheapest Snapdragon 845 powered smartphone in the country.

Asus Zenfone 5z Specifications

Starting with the design, the Zenfone 5z features a 2.5D glass at the back and the front. The device has been launched in Midnight Blue and Meteor Silver color options. It has an aluminum body with Zircon sandblast finish. The notch on the device can be hidden while using apps, allowing you to use them in 18:9 aspect ratio.

The Asus Zenfone 5z runs on Android 8.0 Oreo with ZenUI 5.0 skinned on top and the company has promised an upgrade to Android P. The device features a 6.2-inch full HD+ 2.5D curved Super IPS display with a resolution of 2246 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19:9. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass and features a notch at the top.

In terms of performance, the Zenfone 5z is powered by an octa core Qualcomm Snadpragon 845 SoC coupled with Adreno 630 GPU. In terms of memory, the device has been launched in three variants – 6GB RAM + 64GB internal storage, 8GB RAM + 128GB internal storage and 8GB RAM + 256GB internals storage.

Coming to the camera department, the Asus Zenfone 5z features a dual camera setup at the back consisting of a 12MP primary camera with Sony IMX363 sensor, f/1.8 aperture, 1.4μm pixel size, 4-axis OIS/EIS, dual pixel phase detection autofocus, and a secondary 8MP camera with OV8856 sensor, f/2.0 aperture and a 120-degree wide-angle lens.

The Asus Zenfone 5z is powered by a 3,300mAh battery and supports ASUS BoostMaster Fast Charging and AI charging. Connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 5.0, 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio, GPS and a USB Type – C port.

Other features on the device include a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, dual speakers featuring NXP 9874 Smart AMP, DTS Headphone: X for 7.1 channel surround sound and three microphones for noise cancellation.

Pricing and Availability

The Asus Zenfone 5z has been priced at Rs. 29,999 for the 6GB RAM + 64GB storage variant, Rs. 32,999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant and the premium 8GB RAM + 256GB variant is priced at Rs. 36,999. The device will be available in Meteor Silver and Midnight Blue color options exclusively from Flipkart starting from July 9.

Asus Zenfone 5z Launch Offers

• Rs. 3,000 discount for ICICI bank debit card and credit card users 
• Rs. 2,200 cashback for Reliance Jio users 
• 100GB additional data for Reliance Jio users 
• Flipkart Complete Mobile Protection at Rs. 499

Chinese smartphone maker Honor has announced a new flagship device dubbed as the Honor 10 GT, an improved version of the Honor 10 that was launched in April in China. The Honor 10 GT will be launched in China on July 24 and is expected to go on sale soon after the launch.

The Honor 10 GT has 8GB RAM, up from the 6GB found on the Honor 10. Other additions include GPU Turbo and AI intelligent stabilization. The Honor 10 will also receive the two new features. GPU Turbo promises 30% less power consumption and over 60% boost in processor efficiency.

Currently, the GPU Turbo feature is being tested and the AIS will be available for beta testing starting from July 12. As per reports, the GPU Turbo feature will be rolled out for the Honor 10 starting from July 15 and the AIS feature will be available by July end or early August.

Considering that the Honor 10 will receive two out of the three additions to the Honor 10 GT, the newly announced device may not seem like a very big upgrade as the only difference will be in terms of RAM. The success of the 10 GT will depend on the price difference between the two devices and a major difference may be a deterrent for customers.

Honor 10 GT Specifications

The Honor 10 GT runs on Android 8.1 Oreo with EMUI 8.1 skinned on top and features a 5.84-inch full HD+ 2.5D curved IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2240 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18:9, which is the same as the Honor 10.

In terms of performance, it is powered by an octa core Huawei Kirin 970 SoC coupled with Mali-G72 MP12 GPU. In terms of memory, the device will be available in one variant only with 8GB RAM and 128 GB internal storage. The Honor 10 was launched with 6GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage.

Coming to the camera department, the Honor 10 GT features a dual camera setup at the back consisting of a 16MP RGB sensor and a 24MP monochrome sensor with f/1.8 aperture, phase detection autofocus, depth focus and an LED flash. On the front, the device sports a 24MP selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture.

The Honor 10 GT is powered by a 3,400mAh battery with fast charge support and connectivity options on the device include Dual 4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.2 LE, GPS, NFC and a USB Type – C port. It sports a front mounted fingerprint sensor and has a infrared sensor too.

The Honor 10 GT is scheduled to launch in China on July 24 and currently there is no information about the pricing and availability of the device.

Korean smartphone maker Samsung has launched a new mid-range device in its Galaxy On series in India dubbed the Galaxy On6. The company was teasing the device for quite a while now and has finally launched it in the country.

The Samsung Galaxy On6 has been priced at Rs. 14,490 and will is available online exclusively from Flipkart and Samsung Store. The main highlight of the device is its Super AMOLED Infinity display. Other features of the device include an Exynos SoC, selfie flash and Android 8.0 Oreo.

Samsung Galaxy On6 Specifications

The Samsung Galaxy On 6 runs on Android 8.0 Oreo with Samsung’s custom UI skinned on top. It features a 5.6-inch HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity display with a resolution of 1480 x 720 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18.5:9.

In terms of performance, the Samsung Galaxy On6 is powered by an octa core Exynos 7870 SoC coupled with Mali T830 GPU. In terms of memory, the device is available in one variant with 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage.

Coming to the camera department, the Samsung Galaxy On6 features a 13MP primary camera with f/1.9 aperture and an LED flash. On the front, the device sports an 8MP selfie camera with f/1.9 aperture and an LED flash.

The Samsung Galaxy On6 is powered by a 3,000mAh battery and connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio, Bluetooth 4.2 and GPS. The device sports a rear mounted fingerprint sensor, placed below the primary camera.

Pricing and Availability

The Samsung Galaxy On6 has been priced at Rs. 14,490 and it will be available online from Flipkart and Samsung Store in Black and Blue color options starting from July 5.

Chinese smartphone maker Motorola has been teasing its latest budget device, the Moto E5 Plus in India for some time and now, the company has confirmed that it will launch the device in the country on July 10, after being launched in Brazil earlier.

After posting teasers about the battery life and full screen display, Motorola has confirmed that the Moto E5 Plus will be launched in India as an Amazon exclusive on July 10. Apart from Amazon, the device is also expected to be available from Moto Hubs across the country.

Moto E5 Plus Specifications

The Moto E5 Plus runs on Android 8.0 Oreo and offers users a near stock Android experience. It features a 6-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1440 x 720 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18:9. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass.

In terms of performance, the Moto E5 Plus is powered by a quad core Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 SoC coupled with Adreno 308 GPU. In terms of memory, the device will be available in two variants – 2GB RAM + 16GB internal storage and 3GB RAM + 64GB internal storage.

Coming to the camera department, the Moto E5 Plus features a 12MP primary camera with f/2.0 aperture, 1.25µm pixel size, phase detection autofocus and an LED flash. On the front, the device sports an 8MP selfie camera with f/2.2 aperture, 1.25µm pixel size and an LED flash.

The Moto E5 Plus is powered by a huge 5,000mAh battery with Turbo Charge support. Connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, microUSB 2.0, FM Radio and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Indian smartphone maker Spice Devices has announced a new budget device in India, dubbed as the F311. It is an Android Oreo Go Edition device and features an 18:9 display, making it the first Android Go device to feature an 18:9 display.

Just like other Android Go devices, the Spice F311 is also pre-installed with Android Go apps such as Files Go, Maps Go and other Go apps. The device has been priced at Rs. 5,599 and will be available from retail stores across the country.

Spice F311 Specifications

The Spice F311 runs on Android Oreo Go Edition, which is a toned-down version of Android Oreo designed for low-end devices with less RAM. It features a 5.34-inch FWVGA+ display with a resolution of 960 x 480 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18:9.

In terms of performance, the Spice F311 is powered by a quad core MediaTek MT6737M SoC coupled with Mali-T720 GPU. In terms of memory, the device has been launched with 1GB RAM and 16GB of internal storage which can be further expanded up to 32GB via a microSD card.

Coming to the camera department, the Spice F311 features a 5MP primary camera with f/2.0 aperture, 1.4μm pixel size and an LED flash. On the front, the device sports a 5MP selfie camera with an LED flash. The device sports a fingerprint sensor below the primary camera and a Social share key faster social sharing.

The Spice F311 is powered by a 2,400mAh battery and connectivity options on the device will include 4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, 3.5mm audio jack, GPS and a microUSB port.

Chinese smartphone maker Vivo is scheduled to launch its latest flagship device, the Nex S in India on July 19. The company had launched the device earlier this month in China and India will be the second country for the device’s launch.

In China, Vivo had also launched the Nex A, a Snapdragon 710 variant of the device along with the Nex S, but there is no information whether the company will launch this device in India. At the moment, there is no information about the pricing of the two devices, but earlier reports had suggested that the pricing may start at Rs. 40,000.

Vivo Nex S Specifications

The Vivo Nex S runs on Android 8.1 Oreo with Funtouch OS 4.0 skinned on top and features a 6.59-inch full HD+ Super AMOLED notch-less display with a resolution of 2316 x 1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19.3:9.

In terms of performance, the Vivo Nex S is powered by an octa core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC coupled with Adreno 630 GPU. In terms of memory, the device was launched in China in two variants – 8GB RAM + 128GB internal storage and 8GB RAM + 256GB internal storage.

Coming to the camera department, the Vivo Nex S features a dual camera setup at the back consisting of a 12MP Sony IMX363 sensor with 4-axis OIS, f/1.8 aperture and a secondary 5MP camera with f/2.4 aperture. On the front, the device sports an 8MP pop-up selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture.

The Vivo Nex S is powered by a 4,000mAh battery with Fast Charge Support. It features an in-display fingerprint sensor unlike the Nex A that has a rear mounted fingerprint sensor. Connectivity options on the device include dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 5.0 LE, GPS, 3.5mm audio jack and a USB Type-C port.