Best phones under Rs 30,000? Diwali sale is on and these 5 are worth attention

Flipkart’s Diwali Sale is now live, offering impressive discounts on a wide range of smartphones across various price segments. Whether it’s Vivo’s latest T3 Ultra or Motorola’s Edge 50 Pro, several new devices are seeing a significant price drop, especially with additional bank credit card offers. So, if you are in the market for a premium mid-range smartphone without breaking the bank, this sale is the perfect opportunity to finally click ‘buy.’
Meanwhile, to help you decide, we have rounded up five smartphones that you can check out to get the best value, powerful performance under Rs 30,000.
If you are looking for power and performance, the Vivo T3 Ultra definitely needs your attention especially during the Diwali sale where it’s available for as low as Rs 28,999. It runs on Dimensity 9200+ processor offering smooth multitasking and a flawless gaming experience. The large 6.78-inch AMOLED display offers sharp visuals, while the 5,500mAh battery paired with 80W fast charging makes sure you’re not stuck charging all day. The camera setup is impressive, delivering sharp, vibrant shots, particularly in daylight. The portrait mode produces natural background blur, making your photos look professional. Check out out full review here: Vivo T3 Ultra review: Powerful and reliable mid-range phone
Nothing’s unique design is always the talk of the town. If you are also looking to experience what Nothing has to offer, the Nothing Phone 2a Plus, available for just Rs 21,999 during the Diwali sale, is a really a good pick for those on a budget. The Phone 2a Plus shines with its 6.7-inch Full HD+ display, sleek aesthetics, and solid performance powered by the Dimensity 7350 Pro 5G chipset. The phone runs on NothingOS which offers a clean, bloatware-free experience, and the promise of three years of software updates ensures future-proofing. The 50 megapixel dual rear cameras and a 50 megapixel front camera also perform well. You can check out our full review here: Nothing Phone 2a Plus review: Plus performance, plus cameras, pro plus design
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro, now available for Rs 27,999 with bank discounts.The device offers a sleek design and a vibrant 6.7-inch pOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset making it a really good option for content consumption and casual mobile gaming. The Edge 50 Pro is a great all-rounder for those who are looking for a stylish phone with good battery life, and a solid display. You can check out our review of the Moto Edge 50 Pro here: Motorola Edge 50 review : A balanced mid-range phone
Oppo’s F27 Pro+ is another solid option, available for Rs 25,200 during the Diwali sale. It features a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, offering smooth scrolling and bright, vibrant visuals. The device is powered by the MediaTek 7050 chipset, coupled with 8GB of RAM, making it good for everyday use. Its 5,000mAh battery with 67W fast charging also ensures you won’t run out of juice quickly. But what makes the Oppo F27 Pro+ stand out is its durability. It’s the first phone in the segment which offers IP69 rating making it waterproof. Check out our full review here: Oppo F27 Pro+ review: Durability and good looks but they are not enough
Initially launched at Rs 59,999, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is now available at a much lower price during the Flipkart Diwali sale, with bank discounts bringing it down to Rs 27,549. A year old, yes, but at this price point, it’s a hard-to-miss deal. The Galaxy S23 FE comes with a 6.4-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display, IP68 water-resistant rating, a 50 megapixel primary camera paired with a telephoto lens enhances its photography capabilities. Running on the Exynos 2200 chipset the S23 FE promises users smooth performance for everyday tasks, while the 4,500mAh battery provides decent battery life. You can read our full review here: Samsung Galaxy S23 FE review: A good phone overall but not without its quirks