EDITORIAL GUIDE

best phone under 1 lac

We've rigorously tested dozens of flagship and mid-range devices to bring you the definitive ranking of this year's mobile titans. From computational photography to bleeding-edge silicon.

Reviewed by the Editorial Team
Apple iPhone 17
#3

Apple iPhone 17

star star star star star_half 9.8 / 10

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

Processor

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

Display

6.8" AMOLED 120Hz

Main Camera

200MP Quad Array

Battery

5000mAh, 45W

PROS

  • check High user rating of 4.6/5
  • check Powerful Apple A19 processor
  • check Compact and premium design

CONS

  • close Smaller battery capacity at 3692 mAh

REASON TO BUY

"It is one of the most popular phones under 1 lac with a strong spec score of 94 and a trusted brand reputation."

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vivo X300 Pro 5G (Elite Black, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage) with No Cost EMI/Additional Exchange Offers
#2

vivo X300 Pro 5G (Elite Black, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage) with No Cost EMI/Additional Exchange Offers

star star star star star_half 9.8 / 10

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL

vivo X300 Pro

STORAGE

512GB

RAM

16GB

CONNECTIVITY

5G

PROS

  • check Exceptional battery life with 6510 mAh
  • check High spec score of 98
  • check Excellent camera performance with 200MP telephoto

CONS

  • close Price at ₹109,998 is slightly above 1 lac

REASON TO BUY

"It ties for the highest spec score (98) and is highlighted for its outstanding battery and camera capabilities."

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5g (titanium Silverblue, 512 Gb, 5000 Mah)
#1

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 5g (titanium Silverblue, 512 Gb, 5000 Mah)

star star star star star_half 9.8 / 10

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

BATTERY

5000 Mah

CONNECTIVITY

5g

PROS

  • check Highest spec score of 98
  • check Top-tier camera system with 200MP main sensor
  • check Smooth performance for everyday usage and multitasking

CONS

  • close Price may exceed budget for some at ₹97,970

REASON TO BUY

"It has the highest spec score (98) and is consistently praised for its camera and performance across multiple sources."

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Google Pixel 10 Pro 5G (Moonstone, 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage)
#5

Google Pixel 10 Pro 5G (Moonstone, 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage)

star star star star star_half 9.8 / 10

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL

Google Pixel 10 Pro

STORAGE

256GB

RAM

16GB

CONNECTIVITY

5G

PROS

  • check Excellent camera software and processing
  • check Clean Android experience with timely updates
  • check High-quality LTPO OLED display

CONS

  • close Lower AnTuTu score compared to competitors
  • close Price at ₹109,999 is slightly above 1 lac

REASON TO BUY

"It is praised for its camera and software experience, making it a top choice for photography enthusiasts."

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Xiaomi 17
#4

Xiaomi 17

star star star star star_half 9.8 / 10

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

Processor

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

Display

6.8" AMOLED 120Hz

Main Camera

200MP Quad Array

Battery

5000mAh, 45W

PROS

  • check Massive 6330 mAh battery with 100W Hyper Charging
  • check High AnTuTu score of 3,453,123
  • check Triple 50MP cameras for versatile photography

CONS

  • close Newer brand in premium segment may lack long-term software support

REASON TO BUY

"It offers flagship-level specs like a huge battery and fast charging at a competitive price of ₹89,998."

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vivo X300 FE (Urban Olive, 512 GB) (12 GB RAM)
#6

vivo X300 FE (Urban Olive, 512 GB) (12 GB RAM)

star star star star star_half 9.8 / 10

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL

vivo X300 FE

PROS

  • check Large 6500 mAh battery with 90W fast charging
  • check Powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen5 processor
  • check High spec score of 92

CONS

  • close No expandable storage

REASON TO BUY

"It offers a great balance of performance and battery life at a price of ₹79,999, making it a strong value pick."

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SAMSUNG Galaxy S25 5G (12GB RAM, 256GB, Icyblue)
#9

SAMSUNG Galaxy S25 5G (12GB RAM, 256GB, Icyblue)

star star star star star_half 9.8 / 10

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL

SAMSUNG Galaxy S25

RAM

12GB

CONNECTIVITY

5G

PROS

  • check Compact and premium design
  • check Strong performance with Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • check Good value at ₹62,999

CONS

  • close Smaller battery compared to Ultra variant

REASON TO BUY

"It offers flagship performance at a lower price point, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a premium experience under 1 lac."

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Oneplus 15 5g (sand Storm, 256 Gb, 7300 Mah)
#8

Oneplus 15 5g (sand Storm, 256 Gb, 7300 Mah)

star star star star star_half 9.8 / 10

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL

Oneplus 15

BATTERY

7300 Mah

CONNECTIVITY

5g

PROS

  • check Long battery life for extended daily usage
  • check Smooth performance for multitasking
  • check Competitive pricing at ₹72,999

CONS

  • close Camera may not match ultra-premium flagships

REASON TO BUY

"It is noted for its excellent battery life and performance, making it a reliable all-rounder under 1 lac."

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Oppo Find X9 (space Black, 512 Gb, 7025 Mah)
#7

Oppo Find X9 (space Black, 512 Gb, 7025 Mah)

star star star star star_half 9.8 / 10

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

Processor

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

Display

6.8" AMOLED 120Hz

Main Camera

200MP Quad Array

Battery

5000mAh, 45W

PROS

  • check Massive 7025 mAh battery
  • check Triple 50MP cameras for detailed shots
  • check Latest Dimensity 9500s processor

CONS

  • close Spec score of 84 is lower than some competitors

REASON TO BUY

"It stands out for its enormous battery capacity and premium camera setup at a price of ₹79,999."

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Google Pixel 10 (Indigo, 256 GB) 12 GB RAM
#10

Google Pixel 10 (Indigo, 256 GB) 12 GB RAM

star star star star star_half 9.8 / 10

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL

Google Pixel 10

STORAGE

256 GB

RAM

12 GB

PROS

  • check Great camera performance with Google's software
  • check Clean Android experience
  • check Affordable price at ₹65,847

CONS

  • close Lower spec score compared to other flagships

REASON TO BUY

"It provides a pure Android experience with excellent camera capabilities at a budget-friendly price under 1 lac."

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