The 2024 Wrap-Up: Top Mid-Range Smartphones Of The Year

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As 2024 comes to an end, we are on the brink of stepping into 2025. This year has been a whirlwind, with a wide range of exciting tech launches.

To celebrate, we present ‘The 2024 Wrap-Up: Top Tech Trends and Products of the Year.’ In this series, we highlight the best tech products of 2024 that made waves in the tech market with their debut.

If you’re looking for a mid-range smartphone launched in 2024, you’re in the right place. In this article, we’ve curated a list of mid-range smartphones released this year.

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Samsung Galaxy S23: It features a 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 120Hz and a peak brightness of 1750 nits. The device is compact, so it’s easy to handle and operate with one hand, making it ideal for those who prefer smaller devices.

The device also excels in multitasking and gaming, as it comes with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and offers 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. Talking about the camera performance of the device, it captures vibrant pictures with details in daylight, but, at times, images appear slightly oversaturated. The device houses a 3,900 mAh battery with 25W wired fast charging, which provides good battery life.

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The device battery lasts for a day under heavy usage. However, the device lacks an adapter in the box, which deducts its number and can be seen as a downside compared to competitors. It offers high-quality audio, but the bass is not as strong as the competitors.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Key Specifications

Display: 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (HBM), 1750 nits (peak).

Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 24 mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.94″, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom, 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55″ 1.4µm, Super Steady video.

Front camera: 12 MP.

Battery: Li-Ion 3900 mAh, 25W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 30 min.

Operating System: Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1.

Chipset: Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).

Memory: 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM.

Color: Phantom Black, Cream, Green, Lavender, Graphite, Lime.

Price: Rs 38,999

Realme GT 6T: It comes with a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 120Hz and a peak brightness of 6000 nits, providing vibrant colors and smooth visuals. The device is lightweight and features a sleek design with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection, enhancing durability against scratches and drops. It comes with stereo speakers and supports Dolby Atmos.

The back is made of plastic, which contributes to its lightweight feel.

The glossy finish undoubtedly looks appealing, but it tends to highlight fingerprints and smudges. An IR blaster is integrated at the top, allowing users to control compatible devices such as televisions using their smartphones. For optics, it features a 50 MP primary camera and an 8 MP ultrawide camera.

The selfies and video calls are handled by a 32 MP camera. The camera delivers satisfactory image quality with details in daylight but can sometimes lack depth compared to competitors. The front camera also delivers good-quality images in daylight but struggles in low-light conditions. Overall it delivers decent performance and can be a good choice for a mid-range phone.

Realme GT 6T Key Specifications

Display: 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 6000 nits (peak).

Camera: 50 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95″, 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0″, 1.12µm.

Front camera: 32 MP.

Battery: 5500 mAh, 120W wired, 50% in 10 min.

Operating System: Android 14, Realme UI 5.0.

Chipset: Qualcomm SM7675 Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 (4 nm).

Memory: 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM.

Color: Fluid Silver, Razor Green.

Price: Rs 27,990

OnePlus 12R: The device’s back is made of glass, providing a premium look, but it shows fingerprints and smudges, while the matte metal frame offers improved grip. It features a 6.78-inch LTPO4 AMOLED screen with a refresh rate of 120Hz and a peak brightness of 4500 nits.

The OnePlus Alert Slider is now located on the left side, which makes it easier to use and enhances gaming performance with a new antenna system. It offers decent sound quality.

It offers a 50MP main camera, an 8MP ultrawide camera, and a 2MP macro lens. Its primary camera delivers decent image quality in well-lit conditions but struggles with overexposure in bright spots. The device handles low light well, but getting the right focus and exposure required a few attempts. Night mode captures good photos but falls short of high-end models.

The device houses a 5500 mAh battery and supports 100W fast charging. The device offers a 100% charge in 26 minutes, which adds extra numbers to the scoreboard of the device, as it is significantly faster than many competitors.

In real-world scenarios, the phone offers an excellent battery life, lasting a full day with mixed usage such as gaming and streaming. It can be a good choice for mid-range smartphones.

OnePlus 12R Key Specifications

Display: 6.78 inch LTPO4 AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 1600 nits (HBM), 4500 nits (peak).

Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS, 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0″, 1.12µm, 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro).

Front camera: 16 MP.

Battery: 5500 mAh, 100W wired, 100% in 26 min.

Operating System: Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 15.

Chipset: Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).

Memory: 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM.

Color: Iron Gray, Cool Blue, Electric Violet, Sunset Dune.

Price: Rs 38,999 for 16 GB RAM + 256 GB Storage.

iQOO Neo 9 Pro: The device houses a 5000 mAh battery and supports 120W wired fast charging, which allows the smartphone to charge from 0% to 50% in 11 minutes and fully charge in 30 minutes. The phone gets slightly warm while charging but it efficiently manages heat during heavy activities and gaming.

The device offers a 50 MP primary camera, an 8MP ultrawide camera, and a 16 MP front camera. In daylight, it delivers impressive image quality with details especially when HDR is enabled. The camera focuses quickly, making it reliable for various shooting conditions. It delivers decent performance in low light. However, some noise is noticeable when zooming in on images.

iQOO Neo 9 Pro Key Specifications

Display: 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1400 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak).

Camera: 50 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.49″, PDAF, OIS, 8 MP, f/2.2, 119˚ (ultrawide).

Front camera: 16 MP.

Battery: Li-Po 5160 mAh, 120W wired, 50% in 11 min.

Operating System: Android 14, Funtouch 14.

Chipset: Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).

Memory: 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM.

Color: Fiery Red, Conqueror Black.

Price: Rs 33,999

Vivo V40: It comes with glass front and back, complemented by a plastic frame. This not only makes it visually appealing but also comfortable to hold. It features a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen with a refresh rate of 120Hz. It offers a 50 MP main camera and a 50 MP ultrawide camera.

The selfies and video calls are managed by a 50 MP front-facing camera. It delivers decent image quality, good dynamic range, and reliable exposure, making it suitable for various lighting conditions. It also offers three color options: Titanium Grey, Lotus Purple, and Ganges Blue.