If you’re planning on buying a new Android flagship smartphone, now is probably the worst time. That’s not because there aren’t enough options on the market already, but because a new wave of really advanced devices from top brands is coming, powered by the latest chips from Qualcomm and MediaTek.
Below are the top 5 devices that are expected to launch soon in India. These potential game-changers are from OnePlus, Oppo, iQOO, Vivo, Realme, and Xiaomi.
realme gt 7 pro
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Details: https://t.co/ogLS1ufh41#GT7ProFirst8Elite Flagship #AmazonIndia pic.twitter.com/OKr5qfsanf
— Realme (@realmeIndia) October 26, 2024
realme was the first brand to launch a Snapdragon 8 Elite-powered smartphone, realme GT 7 Pro, in India. Launched in early November, GT 7 Pro is expected to top smartphone benchmark charts in terms of CPU, GPU, and AI performance. According to the leak, the phone is said to feature a high-resolution 2K display with a 120Hz refresh rate and is likely packed with a massive 6,500 mAh battery with support for 120W fast charging. Other highlights of this phone include an IP69 waterproof rating, up to 12GB of RAM, and up to 512GB of internal storage.
Oppo Find X8 Pro
Global launch planned 🌍 #OPPOFindX8Series pic.twitter.com/mn0WpaCY3J
— Pete Lau (@PeteLau) October 24, 2024
It’s been a while since Oppo launched its flagship smartphone in India. The company is trying to break through this with the Oppo Find X8 Pro, scheduled to be released in the first half of November. This phone is speculated to be on the thinner side and could be the best choice for those waiting for the iPhone 17 Air. Find X8 Pro is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chip. Although it is slim with a thickness of 7.85mm, it is said to be equipped with a large capacity battery of 5,700mAh.
iQOO13
We’re hitting the fast lane with new stuff #IQOO13. #iQOO We are honored to be a premium partner of @BMW Motorsport. Coming soon @amazonIN and https://t.co/u7C8S0aeqT#IQOO13 #AmazonSpecial #BeTheGOAT #BMWMMotorsport pic.twitter.com/rmJIHRjVkV
— iQOO India (@IqooInd) October 26, 2024
Like its predecessor, the iQOO 13 is likely to be a performance-oriented smartphone, and the brand has also confirmed that its latest flagship model will also feature BMW Motorsport branding. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, iQOO 13 becomes one of the most affordable smartphones powered by Qualcomm’s latest flagship chip. Other specifications of this phone include a 50 MP triple camera setup, 2K resolution screen, and 6,100 mAh battery with 120 W fast charging support.
Vivo X200 Pro
Vivo X200 Pro. (Image source: Weibo)
Vivo’s flagship camera smartphone X200 Pro powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9400 will arrive in India in December. Equipped with a Zeiss-tuned camera, the X200 Pro is said to be one of the best telephoto zoom lenses ever put on a smartphone. The 200 MP sensor allows up to 100x digital zoom. The smartphone also includes a 50 MP main camera and a 50 MP ultra-wide-angle lens.
one plus 13
OnePlus 13 will be released on October 31st. (Image source: OnePlus)
OnePlus will soon launch its next flagship OnePlus 13 in India. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, this premium design smartphone is expected to offer great performance. The smartphone is said to offer a fourth-generation camera setup tweaked by Hasselblad. Out of the box, the phone ships with an OxygenOS 15 skin based on Android 15 that includes new customization and AI features.
xiaomi 15
Xiaomi 15 could be the most compact Snapdragon 8 Elite powered smartphone. (Express photo)
Xiaomi 15, like its predecessor, is expected to be a compact flagship and will likely feature a 6.3-inch screen. This is the first smartphone powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite to be launched globally, but it is expected to launch in India by the end of 2024 or early 2025. Once again, the flagship model is said to feature a Leica-tuned triple camera setup, and the smartphone is expected to ship with Android 15-based HyperOS.
