Infinix Smart 8 Pro
The Infinix Smart 8 Pro is under the hood is a MediaTek Helio G36 configured with up to 16GB extended RAM and 128GB expandable storage. Its dual camera gets a boost, now equipped with a 50-megapixel primary camera (from 13MP on the vanilla variant).
Battery is rated at 5000mAh capacity, although, despite having a USB-C port, it still employs 10W charging. For more storage, the smartphone also has a microSD card slot. It has a 5,000mAh battery that can be charged at 10W via a USB-C port. Furthermore, the phone sports a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and face unlock as security features. The smartphone has the XOS 13 UI on top of Android 13.
The Smart Pro is equipped with two cameras: a 50-megapixel main sensor with an f/1.85 aperture, an AI lens, a quad-LED ring flash on the back panel, and an 8-megapixel front-facing sensor. Additional features include Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and a 3.5mm audio connector. It measures 163.6 x 75.6 x 8.5 mm and weighs around 189 grammes.
Vivo V30 Pro 5G
The Vivo V30 Pro marks the introduction of Zeiss camera tuning to the V-series, a privilege previously exclusive to the high-end X-series. Here's a first look at this new smartphone and its key features.
This smartphone has four 50MP cameras, including a main, an ultrawide, a 2x telephoto portrait at the rear, and a selfie camera at the front. The collaboration with Zeiss enhances the camera experience quite a lot, introducing multiple tuning aspects. Among these is the ‘Zeiss Natural’ colour profile that stands out within the camera app, as it renders pleasingly natural colours. But, the real highlight of the V30 Pro's camera suite is the Zeiss signature portrait effects, which enhance portrait photos with an artistic flair, especially in low-light conditions. Complementing this feature, the device sports an enlarged, square-shaped Aura Light, significantly improving the quality of low-light portraits to achieve studio-like results. It’s super slick it’s just 7.45mm thick despite having a large 5,000mAh battery. That being said, the device's frame is constructed from plastic, a detail that contrasts with its otherwise premium build. Up front, the Vivo V30 Pro has a curved 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 120Hz. It is brighter than the V29 Pro thanks to its 1200 nits typical brightness and 2800 nits peak brightness. Powering the Vivo V30 Pro is the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 chipset, paired with up to 12GB of RAM to ensure a seamless daily performance. Although the Dimensity 8200 is an older processor, it remains highly capable, offering performance on par with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. The device also has a 3002 mm2 vapour chamber to keep it cool during extended filming sessions. Additionally, as previously mentioned, it features a substantial 5,000mAh battery, complemented by 80W fast charging capabilities.
Vivo V30 5G
The Vivo V30 5G is the slimmest phone powered by a 5,000mAh battery in the market to date. Boasting a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display with Schott Alpha glass protection, the V30 is a modern, minimal beauty. This phone is powered by a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, so it is no pushover, performance-wise.
The phone’s Aura Light ring is hard to ignore, giving end users plenty of opportunities to have studio-esque shoots on-the-go. This setup consists of a 50MP main sensor (f/1.9) and a 50MP ultrawide lens (f/2.0). In front, the V30 sports a 50MP punch-hole selfie shooter (f/2.0). It can also shoot videos at the same resolutions as the rear cameras, but with the absence of gyro-EIS support.
Among its many uses are portrait shots, food photography, and even vlogs with the V30’s micro movie mode. Moving on, it’s pleasantly thin at 7.45mm and easy to carry around. The V30 already has points in ergonomics for how comfortable it is to hold. After all, it’s marketed as the lightest phone with a 5,000mAh battery.
At the bottom, we have a USB Type-C port, a single downward-firing speaker grille, and a dual nano-SIM card slot.
The V30 has a 6.78-inch 2K curved AMOLED display (2800 x 1260, 20:9 aspect ratio) that supports HDR 10+, and is protected by Schott Alpha glass. This phone also has an 89.9 percent screen-to-body ratio and a pixel density of 453 pixels per inch (ppi). 
Xiaomi 14 5G
The Xiaomi 14, Highlighted by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, the Xiaomi 14 boasts significant RAM and storage options, along with impressive display brightness and charging speeds. Actual performance will be assessed through testing.
Its design maintains a premium feel with a flat screen, curved back, and rectangular camera island. Available colors include Black, White with the latter offering a fresh aesthetic.
Featuring a 6.36-inch AMOLED screen with high brightness and a dynamic refresh rate, the display aims to offer a stellar visual experience even in bright conditions.
Equipped with Leica-branded camera systems, the Xiaomi 14 series introduces features like LightFusion 900 image sensor and redesigned ultrawide and telephoto lenses. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, early benchmarks indicate strong performance, supported by ample RAM and storage configurations.
Transitioning from MIUI to HyperOS, the device runs Android 14 with integrated AI features like AI Subtitles, AI Album Search, and Xiaomi HyperMind for enhanced user experience.
With a 4,610mAh battery and fast charging capabilities, the Xiaomi 14 aims to provide a reliable battery life with quick recharge times.
Realme 12 Pro Plus 5G
The Realme 12 Pro Plus 5G is realme’s ultra-premium flagship offering, packing a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor, a large 6.7-inch 120Hz curved OLED display, and an incredible 64MP Periscope Portrait camera system with 3x optical zoom.
For imaging, the device has a 64MP Periscope Portrait camera which uses an Omnivision 64B sensor with OIS. It offers an incredible 3x optical zoom, 6x in-sensor zoom, and up to 120x super zoom for capturing distant subjects. There’s also a 50MP Sony IMX890 main camera with OIS and an 8MP 112-degree ultra-wide camera to provide excellent versatility in various shooting conditions.
Under the hood, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor delivers excellent performance with 5G connectivity. The phone has 12GB of RAM which can further be expanded with 12GB dynamic RAM expansion. Storage tops out at a massive 512GB.
Oppo Reno 11 Pro 5G
The Oppo Reno 11 Pro 5G comes with a 6.74-inch OLED display that will have a resolution of 1240 x 2772 pixels, 20:9 aspect ratio, and an 90.3% screen-to-body ratio. Hence, you will enjoy playing games and watching videos with crystal clear.
Oppo Reno 11 Pro 5G is equipped with an Octa-core Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) processor that lets you enjoy a faster and lag-free performance.
It comes with various memory variations, up to 512GB and 12GB RAM, you will easily store your local files, videos, pictures, movies, songs, and other stuff without worrying about space constraints.
The phone features a triple camera setup on the rear that gives rich colored and life-like pictures with every click. There is a 50MP primary camera, a 32MP telephoto camera, and an 8MP ultra-wide camera.
On the front, the phone has a 32MP camera for taking selfies and making video calls.
Oppo Reno 11 Pro 5G runs ColorOS 14 based on the Android 14 operating system, giving you a clutter-free user interface.
It is powered by a Li-Po 4700 mAh non-removable battery that supports 80W proprietary fast charging. You need not worry about battery drainage in the middle of a call, playing a game, watching a video, listening to music, and doing other things.
Realme C67 4G
One of our favorite features of the realme C67 is its camera system. It comes with a dual camera setup highlighted by a 108MP main shooter paired with a 2MP depth sensor.
Powering the realme C67 is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 chipset with an Adreno 610 GPU.
Our unit comes with 8GB of RAM, which is virtually expandable by another 8GB along with 256GB of internal storage. There is a microSD card slot available to expand it further.
It also runs on Android 14, and comes with realme’s new Mini Capsule 2.0, which shows you various notifications such as charging, battery status, data usage, and more.
The realme C67 features a large 6.72-inch display. It might only be an LCD, but it has great color reproduction for an IPS panel. It can get quite bright as well with a peak brightness of 800 nits, allowing it to be usable under direct sunlight. But if you want it brighter, you can activate Extra Brightness in the settings to get a maximum of 950 nits.
It even features a 90Hz refresh rate for smooth UI animations, and a 180Hz touch-sampling rate for good responsiveness when you’re gaming.
Oppo A58 4G
The OPPO A58 seeks to deliver an exceptional mobile experience suited for young people who are looking for value and reliability. Comes neatly in a simple packed compact box made of thick cardboard-type material in a matte finish. The top cover box is composed of two colors a light gray and a darker gray color used on that rectangular band design.
It has a slim profile with a thickness measuring 7.99mm and weighs in at only 192 grams.
On the rear cover, it has a 2.8D curved back cover which makes the phone visually thinner and comfortable to hold for daily usage. It is made of durable polycarbonate material. The bottom edge of the phone holds a USB-C port, 3.5mm headphone jack, speaker grille, and microphone.
It has features a 6.72-inch FHD+ sunlight screen, a resolution of 2400×1080 pixels with a 60Hz refresh rate, which works well in all environments.
The two lenses on the back offer a 50MP, f/1.8 main camera with a 75.5-degree field of view using a 5P lens. While backing it up, the second lens is a 2MP, f/2.4 portrait camera with an 89.1-degree field of view.
The front-facing camera has an 8MP lens with an aperture of f/2.0 and an 80-degree field of view using a 4P lens.
Oppo A38 4G
The OPPO A38 Smartphone! A trusty companion for your day-to-day tasks, this nifty device packs an array of advanced features like a MediaTek Cortex-A75 processor, 90Hz Sunlight Display, 33W SUPERVOOC charging, 50MP AI camera, and ColorOS 13.1 interface. It is also housed in a stunning Glowing Gold finish that perfectly blends with your various ensembles.
Powered by MediaTek Cortex-A75 Octa-Core processor, which delivers a whopping 1.8GHz speed and 2GHz turbo speed. It also packs 4GB LPDDR4X RAM to run your various apps smoothly.
Intuitive Operating System: Make the most out of your OPPO Smartphone! It is preloaded with the ColorOS 13.1 interface, allowing you to take advantage of numerous handy features like Deep Phone Optimiser, Three-Finger Translate, Five-Grade Access Control, and more.
Take your photography to the next level since the A38 equips a 50MP AI camera, 2MP bokeh depth camera, and 5MP front-facing camera. It also features Portrait Mode and AI Portrait Retouching to further enhance your shots. Premium Sound: This OPPO Smartphone comes with a built-in speaker and microphone, so you can readily engage in crystal-clear calls anywhere you are. In addition, it has an Ultra-Volume Mode that provides up to 300% louder audio output.
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
The Galaxy A15 5G boasts a 50MP Main camera for your photo masterpieces, and a 5MP Ultra Wide and 2MP Macro cameras for landscapes and close-ups. These phones each have a 13MP Front camera for profile-worthy selfies. the Galaxy A15 5G even flexing a tidy camera layout and a glossy back cover with Blue Black and has panel has a 90Hz refresh rate. So will delve into the myriad of features and specifications for this phone, dissecting each aspect to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of what this device offers. The A15 5G is positioned as a successor to the Galaxy A14, and it’s crucial to evaluate how it stacks up, not just in terms of upgrades but also in addressing the shortcomings of its predecessor. With its promise of enhanced durability, a refined design, and the introduction of an OLED display, the A15 seems to be charting a course towards redefining what a budget smartphone can offer. Additionally, its camera improvements, including the introduction of an ultra-wide sensor, position it as a potentially attractive option for photography enthusiasts on a budget. Also, stands out with its Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ chipset, and a robust 5000 mAh battery, all packaged within a price tag that is gentle on the wallet.
Samsung Galaxy A15 LTE
The Galaxy A15 LTE 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display boasts vibrant clarity even in direct sunlight with Vision Booster, smooth-scrolling with improved 90Hz refresh rate, enhanced brightness up to 800 nits, and all-day comfort with reduced blue light thanks to Eye Comfort Shield.
Designed to fulfill. The Galaxy A15 showcases its refined aesthetics through an intuitive frame, glossy back cover, and tidy camera layout. Available in Blue Black, and Light Blue.Go on and express your world. The Galaxy A15 boasts a 50MP Main camera for your masterpiece, 5MP Ultra Wide and 2MP Macro cameras for landscapes and close-ups, and a 13MP Front camera for profile-worthy selfies.
Stay up and running with a copious 5,000mAh (typical) battery that recharges with Super Fast Charging to get you back out on the road.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G
The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G, shares a similar 6.7-inch OLED screen and MIUI software as the rest, it stands out with a much faster chip, insane 120W fast charging, beautiful design and a few other notable features.
Other attractions of the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ include an upgraded 200MP primary camera with OIS (optical image stabilization), MediaTek’s 4nm-based Dimensity 7200 Ultra SoC, an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
Speaking of the display, the 6.67-inch AMOLED screen offers a sharp viewing experience with 1.5K resolution (2,712 x 1,220 pixels) and up to 1800 nits peak brightness. There’s also support for HDR10+ and Dolby Vision for an immersive movie viewing experience. Xiaomi is taking cues from its competitors and maintaining a high PWM dimming to up to 1,920Hz for a reduced flicker on the screen. The display also offers 120Hz refresh rate for a smooth gaming and scrolling experience.
While there’s no Leica partnership in Xiaomi’s mid-range (yet), the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ includes an upgraded 200MP primary camera. For instance, it now utilizes an ISOCELL HP3 sensor (the previous being the ISOCELL HPX sensor), which captures sharper details and more light. As a result, when you zoom in, photos captured in 200MP mode exhibit clearer details, less noise, and more readable text at a distance. Naturally, the file size also increases when you click photos in this mode.
