Top-tier smartphones offer a range of cutting-edge features, including stunning displays, top-notch cameras, reliable IP ratings and some of them offer insane fast charging. This combination ensures excellent performance, aesthetic appeal and versatile functionality. However, selecting the ultimate flagship smartphone when one has numerous options can be challenging. To help simplify this, we have compiled a list featuring the best flagship smartphones (including foldables) from Apple, Samsung and OnePlus, making it easier for you to choose a top-tier device in India in November.
Best Smartphone To Buy In India In November: OnePlus Open
Price: Rs 1,39,999
The OnePlus Open was recently launched in India and boasts a top-tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, up to 16GB of RAM, 512GB of internal storage and a triple rear camera setup (48MP+64MP+48MP). Notably, the OnePlus Open comes with 2K displays both internally and externally and comes with a relatively compact form factor compared to other foldable smartphones in the market. The OnePlus Open is priced at Rs 1,39,999 for the lone 16GB + 512GB storage variant. Powering the OnePlus Open is a dual-cell 4,800mAh battery, which is supported by proprietary 67W SuperVOOC charging. In line with other OnePlus devices, this device includes the distinctive tri-state alert slider. There is also a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. When unfolded, the OnePlus Open measures 153.4×143.15.9mm and weighs 245 grams.
Best Smartphone To Buy In India In November: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Starting price: Rs 99,999
The Galaxy Z Flip 5 (read our full review here) is the latest-gen flip phone from Samsung that comes with Android 13 with OneUI 5.1.1 and boasts a 6.7-inch full-HD+ display with 1,080×2,640 pixels. The inner screen is Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity Flex featuring a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. Additionally, there is a 3.4-inch Super AMOLED cover display with a resolution of 720×748 pixels and a refresh rate of 60Hz. Both the displays have a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. Powering the device is a custom Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC for Galaxy, paired with 8GB of RAM. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 has been recently introduced a fresh Yellow colour variant in India, which is an addition to the existing Cream, Graphite, Mint, and Lavender colour variants. The device starts at Rs 99,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage model while the 8GB RAM + 512GB storage variant will set you back by Rs 1,09,999.
Best Smartphone To Buy In India In November: Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Starting price: Rs 1,59,900
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max was launched in September and comes in Black Titanium, Blue Titanium, Natural Titanium and White Titanium colour variants, which is new for the top-tier iPhone models. The device sports IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. The price of the 256GB storage model is tagged at Rs 1,59,900, the 512GB variant costs Rs 1,79,900, while the 1TB storage model of the iPhone 15 Pro Max is available for Rs 1,99,900. Sporting a 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, the iPhone 15 Pro Max delivers a peak brightness of up to 2,000 nits. The device’s performance is fueled by Apple’s latest 3nm chipset, the A17 Pro chip. Talking about the battery details, the new iPhone 15 Pro Max features a USB Type-C port, like all the other iPhone 15 models. The iPhone 15 Pro Max is touted to provide over 24 hours of battery life on a single charge. The iPhone 15 Pro Max includes a quad-camera system, dominated by a 48MP wide-angle camera, a 12MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, a 12MP 3x telephoto sensor and a 12MP periscope camera. For selfies, the iPhone 15 Pro Max has a 12MP TrueDepth camera.
Best Smartphone To Buy In India In November: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Starting price: Rs 1,24,999
Samsung’s Galaxy S series needs no introduction and its S23 Ultra is an excellent option to consider if one is looking to buy a good flagship phone. The S23 Ultra comes with 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with refresh rate of 120Hz, 240Hz touch sampling rate in the game mode. The display has a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for protection. The Galaxy S23 Ultra features a quad rear camera arrangement, dominated by a 200MP primary camera, accompanied by a 12MP ultra-wide sensor, a 10MP telephoto sensor and an additional 10MP telephoto shooter. The selfie camera is equipped with a 12MP sensor. The phone packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 45W fast charging. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra starts at Rs 1,24,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage model while the 512GB storage variant is priced at Rs 1,34,999 and the 1TB model costs Rs 1,54,999. The device comes in range of colour choices including Phantom Black, Cream, Green, Lavender Red, Graphite, Lime and Sky Blue.
Best Smartphone To Buy In India In November: OnePlus 11
Starting price: Rs 52,999
If you’re in search of a premium flagship device that doesn’t burn a hole in the pocket then consider buying the OnePlus 11 5G. The base model with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage is retailing for Rs 52,999 after offers. The phone comes with a fast top-tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip and a curved 120Hz AMOLED display. There is a hefty 5,000mAh battery that claims to ensure all-day usage and supports insane 100W fast charging. With up to 16GB of RAM, the OnePlus 11 5G can handles multiple apps simultaneously without slowdowns. The OnePlus 11 comes with a third-generation Hasselblad camera, complemented by flagship elements such as Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos support. Camera-wise, the device houses a primary 50MP Sony IMX581 sensor, a 48MP ultra-wide sensor and a 32MP telephoto sensor. Selfies are handled by a 16MP camera.