Airtel successfully tested live 5G services in Hyderabad recently and now it seems that it won’t be long before Indian users will be able to take advantage of the speedy internet connection.
“We believe India has the potential to become a global hub for 5G innovation. To make that happen we need the ecosystem to come together – applications, devices, and network innovation. We are more than ready to do our bit,”
Gopal Vittal, MD & CEO, Bharti Airtel
But with the advent of 5G in India, users will also have to purchase smartphones compatible with this connectivity. However, you need not burn a hole in your pocket to do so. Oyprice has gathered a list of some affordable upcoming 5G smartphones, all under the price of Rs. 15,000. So, let’s get to the list!
ZTE V2020 5G at Rs. 14,999 (Expected)
Specifications
Expected Launch Date: 21 February 2021
Rear Fingerprint Sensor
Android 10
6.5 inch IPS LCD
48 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP Quad Rear & 16 MP Selfie Camera
MediaTek Dimensity 800 MT6873V
8GB RAM/128GB ROM
Non Expandable Memory
4000 mAh Battery
5G
OPPO A53 5G at Rs. 14,990 (Expected)
Specifications
Expected Launch Date: 18 February 2021
Side-mounted Fingerprint Sensor
Android 10
6.5 inch IPS LCD
64 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear & 8 MP Selfie Camera
MediaTek Dimensity 720 MT6853V
4GB RAM/128GB ROM
Non Expandable Memory
4040 mAh Battery
5G
Realme Q2 at Rs. 14,290 (Expected)
Specifications
Expected Launch Date: 8 February 2021
Side Fingerprint Sensor
Android 10
6.5 inch IPS LCD Display
48 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear & 16 MP Front Camera
MediaTek Dimensity 800 MT6873V
4GB RAM & 128GB ROM
5,000 mAh Battery
5G
Realme V3 at Rs. 10,690 (Expected)
Specifications
Expected Launch Date: 19 February 2021
Rear Fingerprint Scanner
Android 10
6.5 inch IPS LCD Display
13 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear & 8 MP Front Camera
MediaTek Dimensity 720 MT6853
6GB RAM & 64GB ROM
5,000 mAh Battery
5G
Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 5G at Rs. 14,590 (Expected)
Specifications
Expected Launch Date: 18 February 2021
Side mounted Fingerprint Scanner
Android 10
6.5 inch IPS LCD Display
48 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear & 13 MP Front Camera
MediaTek Helio P60, Octa Core Processor
6 GB RAM & 128GB ROM
5,000 mAh Battery
5G
