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  • Top Smartphones Under Rs 15000 In India, March 2019

    Top Smartphones Under Rs 15000 In India, March 2019

    Over the past few years, the competition in the smartphone market has gotten so tough that it has become overwhelming for customers to choose the best option depending on their need and usage. In this article, we will take a look at top smartphones under Rs 15000 which excel in their own way. 

    The Powerful Slayer – Redmi Note 7 Pro

    The newly launched Redmi Note 7 Pro is a stellar smartphone accrediting to its powerful chipset and praiseworthy camera. It is kitted with the Snapdragon 675 chipset which is unheard of in this price segment. The second highlight of the device is its 48 MP rear facing Sony IMX586 sensor which is usually seen on high end devices like the Honor View 20. All in all, it is one of the best smartphones that are currently available at this price point.

    Specifications Summary:
    • Price: Rs 13,999
    • Display: 6.3 inch IPS LCD, 409 ppi
    • Rear Camera: 48 MP + 5 MP, Front Camera: 13 MP
    • SoC: Snapdragon 675, Octa-Core CPU, Adreno 612 GPU
    • Battery: 4,000 mAh, 18W Fast Charge Support (Charger sold separately)
    • Storage: 4 GB +  64 GB, Expandable upto 256 GB, uses SIM 2 slot   

    Click Here To Pre-book The Redmi Note 7 Pro

    The One With The Best Display and Battery – Galaxy M30

    Like the Redmi Note 7 Pro, the Galaxy M30 has been newly launched. It sports a 6.4 inch Super AMOLED display which has never been seen on a device in this segment. Furthermore, it is powered by a massive 5000 mAh battery which supports 15 w fast charging. Pleasingly, Samsung ships the smartphone with a fast charger. Noteworthy, the Galaxy M30 features a triple rear camera which consists of a 13 MP PDAF sensor, 5 MP depth sensor and a 5 MP sensor with 12 mm lens that can capture ultrawide pictures and videos. Another feature that the M30 offers is expandable memory upto 512 GB via a dedicated microSD slot.

    Specifications Summary:
    • Price: Rs 14,990
    • Display: 6.4 inch Super AMOLE, 394 ppi
    • Rear Camera: 13 MP + 5 MP + 5 MP (ultrawide), Front Camera: 16 MP
    • SoC: Exynos 7904, Octa-Core CPU, Mali G71 MP2 GPU
    • Battery: 5,000 mAh, 15W Fast Charge Support (included in box)
    • Storage: 4 GB +  64 GB, Expandable upto 512 GB, dedicated slot

     

    Memory Monster – ZenFone Max Pro M2

    The ZenFone Max Pro M2 is the successor to the ZenFone Max Pro M1 which was warmly received by the Indian consumers. The device has a premium build with Corning Gorilla 6 protection on the front. It runs on stock Android OS which is fast and stutter-free. Like the Galaxy M30, it packs a massive 5,000 mAh lithium battery. It is the only device in our list whose 6 GB RAM variant is priced under 15k making it a good choice for performance enthusiasts and gamers. 

    Specifications Summary:
    • Price: Rs 13,999
    • Display: 6.26 inch IPS LCD, 403 ppi
    • Rear Camera: 12 MP + 5 MP, Front Camera: 13 MP
    • SoC: Snapdragon 660, Octa-Core CPU, Adreno 512 GPU
    • Battery: 5,000 mAh, 10 W Charging  
    • Storage: 6 GB +  64 GB, Expandable upto 512 GB via dedicated slot 

    Click Here To Buy Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2

    The Looker – Honor 8x

    The Honor 8x is a well balanced smartphone that is generally overlooked by consumers. It has a top-notch build with an aluminium frame and glass on both the front and back. It packs a large 6.5 inch display with Full HD+ resolution which is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 3. It features the Kirin 710 SoC which is manufactured using 12 nm fabrication process.

    Specifications Summary:
    • Price: Rs 14,499
    • Display: 6.5 inch IPS LCD, 397 ppi
    • Rear Camera: 20 MP + 2 MP, Front Camera: 16 MP
    • SoC: Kirin 710, Octa-Core CPU, Mali G51 MP4 GPU
    • Battery: 3,750 mAh, 10 W Charging  
    • Storage: 4 GB +  64 GB, Expandable upto 400 GB via dedicated slot

     

     

    Affordable Beast – Redmi Note 7

    The Redmi Note 7 is the less feature rich and more affordable variant of the Note 7 Pro. It has a 6.3 inch dewdrop notch display with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection on the front. Under the hood, it packs the Snapdragon 660 SoC which consists of an Octa-Core CPU and Adreno 512 GPU. It packs a large 4,000 mAh battery which supports QuickCharge 4.0. For photography, it has dual rear cameras and a single selfie camera.

    Specifications Summary:
    • Price: Rs 11,999
    • Display: 6.3 inch IPS LCD, 409 ppi
    • Rear Camera: 12 MP + 2 MP, Front Camera: 13 MP
    • SoC: Snapdragon 660, Octa-Core CPU, Adreno 512 GPU
    • Battery: 4,000 mAh, 18W Fast Charge Support (Charger sold seprately)
    • Storage: 4 GB +  64 GB, Expandable upto 256 GB, uses SIM 2 slot   

    Click Here To Pre-book The Redmi Note 7

  • Samsung Galaxy M20 Vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro Vs ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M2, Spec Comparison

    Samsung Galaxy M20 Vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro Vs ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M2, Spec Comparison

    With the majority of millenials showing interest towards the sub-12k to 15k segment, the competition in the same is heated up right now. Top brands are releasing smartphones with better specs and lower prices each week, and to be fair, we can’t help but put them up against each other to see how they fall out as rivals. Samsung recently revealed their playmaker in the same segment, and it’s none other than the Samsung Galaxy M20. With specs that’ll give other phones a run for their money, let’s have a look at where the new Samsung Galaxy M20 stands with other popular phones in the sub-15k segment. For this spec comparison, we’re putting the Galaxy M20 against the hugely popular Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M2. This is up to you to decide that which is the best budget smartphone under 15k in this segment.

    Design

    When it comes to design, it’s the most astute reason why a smartphone sells these days. Making a style statement is not just an option these days, its a necessity. That’s why all three of these phones have an extremely eye-catching design that stands out.

    The Samsung Galaxy M20 sports a waterdrop notch, which also houses the front camera. The ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M2 has a trapezium-like notch, which doesn’t take up much space in the display. The Redmi Note 6 Pro, on the other hand, sports a wider notch that is larger than the other 2 phones. 

    Talking about the back panels, the Samsung Galaxy M20 has a plastic back, which actually gives a premium look. Similarly, the ASUS device has a laminated glossy plastic back. It looks good, but picks up smudges pretty easily. The Redmi Note 6 Pro is the only smartphone here which brings a metal back panel to the game. It has a smooth matte finish, making it a bit slippery, but good to hold and look at the same time.

    Display

    The Galaxy M20 brings the Samsung-developed PLS TFT capacitative screen to the table, with a size of 6.3 inches. The phone has a 83.6 percent screen-to-body ratio, which is higher as compared to the other two devices. With a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px, a 19.5:9 aspect ratio and a Pixel density of 409ppi, it clearly has an edge over the ASUS and Redmi devices.

    The Zenfone Max Pro M2 has an 6. 2 inch IPS LCD, and a 82 percent screen-to-body ratio. With a slightly lower resolution at 2280 x 1080 px and 19:9 ratio, it matches the specs of the Redmi Note 6 Pro. The Galaxy M20, being the latest phone in the category, shows worthwhile improvements when it comes to display.

    Under The Hood

    Starting with the Samsung Galaxy M20, it packs an Exynos 7904 Octa chipset (14nm). Both the Zenfone and the Redmi devices, on the other hand, run on the Snapdragon SoC. The Zenfone Max Pro M2 has a Snapdragon 660 chipset, which houses an Octa-core CPU (4×2.2 GHz Kryo 260 & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 260).

    The Redmi Note 6 Pro runs on a slightly older Snapdragon 636 SoC, with an Octa-core 1.8 GHz Kryo 260. While the Zenfone and the Redmi have Adreno GPUs, the Galaxy M20 has a Mali-G71 MP2 GPU.  

    Memory And Storage 

    All three smartphones are available in both 3 GB and 4 GB RAM variants, providing 32 GB and 64 GB internal storage variants respectively. The Zenfone Max Pro M2 is also available in a 3rd variant with 6GB RAM and 64 GB storage, which is saying something.

    While the Redmi Note 6 Pro supports expandable storage up to 256 GB, both the M20 and Zenfone support microSD cards upto 512 GB. It’s interesting to note that the Zenfone and the Galaxy M20 both use dedicated memory card slots. The Redmi Note 6 Pro uses the slot for the SIM 2, so that’s something to point out here.

    Camera

    In an era of dual-camera setups, none of these smartphones disappoint. The Samsung Galaxy M20 has a 13 MP (f/1.9) primary camera, with a secondary ultra-wide 5 MP (f/2.2) camera with a depth sensor. It’s equipped with a 8 MP (f/2.0) front selfie camera. Both these cameras support HDR and can record videos at 1080p (30fps). 

    The Zenfone Max Pro M2 has a 12 MP (f/1.8) primary camera, along with a  secondary 5 MP (f/2.2) camera, again with a depth sensor. In terms of the front camera, it has a 13 MP (f/2.0) front camera, which supports HDR and even has a LED flash. The best part about the Zenfone’s camera is the fact that it supports 2K recording, and 1080p recording at 60fps. 

    The Redmi Note 6 Pro sports a 12 MP (f/1.9) dual pixel primary camera, with a secondary 5 MP (f/.2.2) camera with a depth sensor. It has an amazing 20 MP (f/2.0) front camera with a secondary 2 MP front camera (with a depth sensor). It also supports recording at 1080p (30fps). 

    Battery, Connectivity and Features 

    Both the Samsung Galaxy M20 and the Zenfone Max Pro M2 pack a 5000 mAh battery, which is a bliss for those who use their phone on the heavy side.  The Redmi Note 6 Pro has a 4000 mAh battery. A bit lower than its counterparts, but still enough to handle over a day’s worth of usage. The Samsung Galaxy M20 supports fast charging too. 

    All the devices have standard connectivity options, with the exception of an infrared port on the Redmi Note 6 Pro, which makes the device MI Remote compatible. The only device among these three which supports Type-C connectivity is the Galaxy M20, so that’s an added bonus. All three smartphones have rear-mounted fingerprint sensors.

    The Samsung Galaxy M20 is available in two colours, Ocean Blue and Charcoal Black. Similarly, the Zenfone is also available in two colours, namely Blue and Titanium. The Redmi 6 Pro offers 4 different colour options. It’s available in Black, Blue, Rose Gold and Red. 

    Pricing

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    The Samsung Galaxy M20 is priced at Rs. 10,990 for the 3GB+32GB version and Rs. 12,990 for the 4GB+64GB version. The ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M2 starts with Rs. 12,999 for the 3GB+32GB version, Rs. 14,999 for the 4GB+64GB version and finally Rs. 16,999 for the 6GB+64GB version. The Redmi Pro 6 is priced at 12,999 for the 3GB+32GB version and Rs. 14,999 for the 4GB+64GB version. All these devices are focused towards the high-selling sectors of the market, and people are constantly looking out for the best budget smartphone under 15k. What seems to be the best bet for you guys based on the specs? Let us know in the comments below. 

     

     

     

     

     

  • OnePlus 6 Vs OnePlus 6T: What’s Changed

    OnePlus 6 Vs OnePlus 6T: What’s Changed

    The OnePlus 6T is the latest flagship offering from OnePlus. It has been launched at an event held by the company in New York and is the successor to the OnePlus 6. The phone is just an alphabet update and not a number update by OnePlus. This usually entails a few changes and upgrades here and there but nothing major. However, OnePlus has gone ahead and made sure that the 6T stands apart from its predecessor.

    Larger Display, Smaller Notch

    The OnePlus 6T sports a 6.41 inch AMOLED display with a water drop notch. The display has a 2340 x 1080 px resolution and a 402 ppi pixel density. The display is not only bigger, but is also a bit better. It has an 86% screen-to-body ratio, compared to the 83% on the OnePlus 6. The colour reproduction on the display seems to be more accurate and realistic. The water drop notch also offers more screen real estate on the device and looks much better as well. The Display is also protected by Gorilla Glass 6.

    Fingerprint, On The Inside

    The trend of a physical fingerprint sensors is getting a ‘bit out of touch’ as more and more manufacturers are doing away with it. The OnePlus 6T has an in-display fingerprint sensor which is a first for the company. This is the fourth generation of in-display fingerprint sensors and the best, according to the company. The sensor is very responsive, especially when compared to other in-display fingerprint setups.

    The fingerprint sensor also lights up in a bright green colour which is powered by the AMOLED display. The green light is projected on to your finger, which helps the sensor to read your fingerprint faster. Do bear in mind to ensure you place the entirety of your finger or thumb while setting up the device. This is important as if you just register the tips, the sensor might not be able to work as efficiently.

    Boosted Performance

     

    The OnePlus 6T has a 3,700 mAh battery, larger than the 3,300 mAh battery on the OnePlus 6. Coupled with OnePlus’s proprietary Dash Charging technology, the battery will power you through the day. The 6T also has an improved version of the Oxygen OS, the best till date, according to OnePlus. The OS is based on Android 9 Pie and includes advanced gestures and a feature to activate Google Assistant by long-pressing the power button. Additionally, the smartphone also has a Smart Boost feature which claims to improve the app cold start by around 5-20 %.

    Although the hardware is the same, OnePlus has boosted the camera performance of the device with some software changes. The phone now includes sharper images and also a new Nightscape mode. The Nightscape mode increases the amount of light in the image in extremely low-light conditions while ensuring that the sharpness of the image is not lost.

    What Else?

    OnePlus has done away with the 64 GB version of the phone and now offers a 128 GB base model. The device has also bid adieu to the 3.5 mm headphone jack .

    Other than the aforementioned changes, the 6T is pretty much the same as the OnePlus 6. With some major changes and some minor, the Oneplus 6T is sure worthy of being called an update.  The device has been launched globally at a starting price of $ 549. The India launch of the OnePlus 6T is set for 30 October. The Indian price of the 6 GB + 128 GB variant is Rs 36,999. The OnePlus 6T ships bundled with the OnePlus Type-C Bullets free. Additionally, you can avail Rs 1000 cash back on Citi Bank cards and a Rs 2000 discount on ICICI cards.

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  • The Difference Between Android Go, Android One, And Stock Android

    The Difference Between Android Go, Android One, And Stock Android

    It was in the year 2007 when Google officially introduced the Android ecosystem to the world. However, before the announcement, Android started as a small company by the name Android Inc., with Andy Rubin as the CEO. Android got its name from a Latin word “Androides”, meaning, human-like robot. The term Android also shares some resemblance with the ex-CEO and founder, Andy Rubin. Android is an operating system primarily designed for devices with touchscreen. Google has followed a sweet related alphabetical naming convention with each new version of Android. Starting with the first version, Android Cupcake launched in the first quarter of 2009 with Donut to follow, in the same year. Android has evolved not only in terms of versions but also in terms of its varieties. The recent years gave us Android One and Android Go in addition to stock Android.

    What Is The Difference Between These Three Android Variants?

    Many people think Android Go and Android One are more or less the same. While Stock Android is more or less the operating system users receive in their smartphones, out of the box. However, this is a fairly common misconception as these three could not be more different. While the likes of Android Nougat, Oreo, and the latest, Android P are OS version, the formerly mentioned are the variants. Let’s take a look at stock Android first.

    Stock Android

    Image: Samsung TouchWiz and Stock Android On Pixel 2

    Under the Android Open Source Project (AOSP), Google provides the source code of the Android OS to various manufacturers. Google then allows these manufacturers to build around the Android OS and develop their own flavour/skin or add additional features. For instance, Samsung uses its proprietary skin called TouchWiz while Xiaomi uses the MIUI skin. However, these are not what one should refer to as the stock Android experience. A heavily skinned version such as the TouchWiz or EMUI overshadows the minimalistic functionalities of what Google tends to offer with “stock Android”. In this version, a user will only find a few Google apps, meaning, the stock Android experience is free of bloatware. By bloatware, we mean additional apps like Samsung Pay, which already have an alternative Google app available on Google Play Store. It was the Nexus line of smartphones which started the stock Android experience and later adopted by the Pixel lineup. With stock android, it also becomes easy for users to receive new security patches and major OS updates. Especially, since manufacturers do not intervene to build their own take of the OS.

    Android One

    Android Go Stock Android Android One

    Image: Mi A2 Running On Android One

    Android One is yet another variant of the OS with initial intentions to be exclusive to the South Asian markets like India. Its original initiative to cater to the low-end smartphones later changed as Android One is also seen on the mid tier flagship devices like the Moto X4. In a nutshell, Android One is for those manufacturers who would rather spend time focussing on putting together a good hardware rather than working on the software, Google provides the Android One for such companies. Much like stock Android, Android One smartphones are the first to receive the latest OS updates. One of the latest smartphones running on Android One is the Xiaomi Mi A2. 

    Also Read: Google Pixel 3 XL Renders Reveal A Thick Chin, A Notch And Colourful Power Buttons

    Android Go

    Android Go Stock Android Android Oreo

    Image: Nokia 1

    While Android One is available for all smartphones, Google did not give up on the idea of making the OS compatible with low-end devices either. The recently announced Android Go delivers the latest OS to devices with RAM as low as 512MB. Android Go is the watered-down build of the Android Oreo (8.0). This OS is built to work on low-powered devices without any jitters. With Android Go, users will find that the OS takes significantly less amount of space than even Android Nougat, which released before Oreo. The OS also offers lite versions of Google apps like YoutTube Go, Gmail Go, and Files Go. This allows it to run smoothly on smartphones with storage space as small as 8GB. The latest smartphone to launch with Android Go out of the box is the Nokia 1. 

    Regardless of its variants, Android will keep on evolving to a better version of its predecessor. With that said, for users looking for a smartphone which won’t hurt the pocket but won’t also bog down in the long run then an Android One or an Android Go device is the best bet. However, instead of price, top of the line specifications and the first to receive the software updates are a user’s priorities, then smartphones like the ones from the Pixel lineup will be a viable option.  

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  • Zenfone Max Pro 6GB vs Redmi Note 5 Pro vs Mi A2

    Zenfone Max Pro 6GB vs Redmi Note 5 Pro vs Mi A2

    The mid-range segment for smartphones gives prospective buyers a lot of options to choose from. Sometimes the option can get a little overwhelming. The price bracket of Rs. 15,000 – Rs. 20,000 has the phones like the Redmi Note 5 Pro, the Zenfone Max Pro, and the latest Mi A2. The Zenfone Max Pro will go on sale with its 6GB variant tomorrow. Check out the full details of the launch here. With that said, it’s only natural that we put these smartphones side by side to see which one performs better. Given that the smartphones have a lot in common.

    Zenfone Max Pro Redmi Note 5 Pro Mi A2

    Also Read: Xiaomi Mi A2 Will Launch With Up To 6GB Of RAM, 128GB Onboard Storage

    Redmi Note 5 Pro vs Zenfone Max Pro vs Mi A2, What’s Same And What’s Different?

    Zenfone Max Pro Redmi Note 5 Pro Mi A2

    The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5, Zenfone Max Pro and the Mi A2, all follow the same design of glass front panel with an aluminum body. All the three smartphones have a 5.99-inch display with a 2160 x 1080px resolution with an 18:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, the Redmi Note 5 Pro and the Zenfone Max share the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset. While the Mi A2 runs on the Snapdragon 660. The Redmi Note 5 Pro and the Mi A2 is available with 4B or 6GB of RAM. Whereas, the Zenfone Max Pro is available with 3GB, 4GB, or 6GB of RAM. The Zenfone Max Pro has two storage variants, either 32GB or 64GB. The Redmi Note 5 Pro has is only available with 64GB storage. The Mi A2 has three variants with 32GB, 64GB, or 128GB of storage. All three smartphones have expandable storage using microSD card slot.

    The Summarized Comparison
    Specifications Redmi Note 5 Pro Zenfone Max Pro Mi A2
    Price Rs. 14,999 (Buy Here) Rs. 14,999 (Buy Here) Rs. 20,071.20 (Launch In India On 8th August)
    Display 5.99-inch

    IPS LCD

    Corning Glass (Unspecified Version)

    		 5.99-inch

    IPS LCD

    		 5.99-inch

    LTPS IPS LCD

    Corning Gorilla Glass 3
    Resolution 2160 x 1080 px

    18:9 Aspect Ratio

    77.4% Screen To Body Ratio

    		 2160 x 1080 px

    18:9 Aspect Ratio

    76.2% Screen To Body Ratio

    		 2160 x 1080 px

    18:9 Aspect Ratio

    77.4% Screen To Body Ratio
    Battery 4,000 mAh Li-Ion 5,000 mAh Li-Ion 3,010 mAh Li-Ion Battery
    Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 636

    Octa-core

    1.8 GHz Kryo 260

    		 Qualcomm Snapdragon 636

    Octa-core

    1.8 GHz Kryo 260

    		 Qualcomm Snapdragon 660

    Octa-core

    4 x 2.2 GHz Kryo 260

    4 x 1.8 GHz Kryo 260
    RAM 4GB

    6GB

    		 3GB

    4GB

    6GB

    		 4GB

    6GB
    Storage 64GB 32GB

    64GB

    		 32GB

    64GB

    128GB
    Primary Camera Dual

    12 MP f/2.2

    5 MP f/2.0

    		 Dual

    13 MP    f/2.2 +

    5 MP f/2.4

    New (6 GB RAM variant)

    Dual

    16 MP f/2.0 +
    5 MP f/2.4

    		 Dual

    12 MP f/1.75

    20 MP f/1.75
    Secondary Camera 20 MP

    f/2.2 Aperture

    		 8 MP

    f/2.2 Aperture

    Or

    16 MP  (For 6GB RAM Only)

    		 20 MP

    f/2.2 Aperture
    Add-Ons Fingerprint Sensor Fingerprint Sensor Fingerprint Sensor, USB Type-C
  • Xiaomi Mi 8 SE Vs Huawei P20 Lite- Specs Comparison

    Xiaomi Mi 8 SE Vs Huawei P20 Lite- Specs Comparison

    Xiaomi recently launched the Mi 8 and the Mi 8 Explorer Edition at an event in China. While the two flagship devices grabbed deserved headlines, the Mi 8 SEwas also unveiled at the same event. The new budget smartphone from Xiaomi is likely to launch in India in the coming months as the company prepares the Mi 8 launch for India as well. If launched in India, the Xiaomi Mi 8 SE will compete with the Huawei P20 Lite for the best smartphone for Rs 20,000.

    The Huawei P20 Lite was launched in India along with the Huawei P20 Pro. Just like the Mi 8 SE, the P20 Lite was overshadowed by its bigger sibling. However, the P20 Lite continues to be one of the best smartphones for the price range. The P20 Lite is priced at Rs 19999 in India. The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE is priced at CNY 1,799 (Rs 19000 approx.) for the 4GB RAM variant and CNY 1999 (Rs 21000) for the 6GB RAM variant.

    Buy The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE Here

    The Mi 8 SE has a 5.88 inch Super AMOLED display with a 2248 x 1080 px resolution. The aspect ratio is 18.7:9, which is the same as the Mi 8. The P20 Lite, on the other hand, has a 5.84 inch LTPS IPS LCD display with a 2280 x 1080 px resolution. Both the smartphones have glass on the front and back with an aluminium frame.

    The P20 Lite runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659 chipset which is coupled with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. The Mi 8 SE, however, runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 chipset. It is worth noting that the Xiaomi Mi 8 SE is the first-ever smartphone to be powered by Qualcomm’s new mid-range chipset. The Mi 8 SE is available in two variants, one with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage and the other one with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage.

    Both the smartphones stray away from the popular stock Android interface. The P20 Lite runs EMUI 8.0 on top of Android 8 Oreo while the Mi 8 SE runs MIUI 9.5 on top of Android 8 Oreo. The P20 Lite is powered by a 3000 mAh battery with support for SuperCharge. The Mi 8 SE is powered by a 3120 mAh battery with QuickCharge 3.0. Both the devices have a USB-C port which is great in budget phones, especially. The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE does miss out on a headphone jack.

    The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE has a 12MP RGB sensor with an f/1.9 aperture mated with a 5MP depth sensor with an f/2.0 aperture. To the front is a 20MP camera with a 2-micron pixel size and f/2.0 aperture. The P20 Lite has a 16MP primary sensor with an f/2.2 aperture coupled with a 2MP depth sensor. On the front is a 24MP camera with an f/2.0 aperture. Both the front and back cameras record 1080P videos while the front camera also has 3D Portrait Lighting, similar iPhone’s Portrait Lighting.

    The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE is a popular choice in India. Its pricing and specifications suit the Indian market as well, something Xiaomi would be aware of. The P20 Lite offers a great design and specifications and is readily available in India. Huawei would hope that Xiaomi doesn’t launch the Mi 8 SE in India and the P20 Lit continues to have a free run at the 20K category.

    Specs
    Specifications Xiaomi Mi 8 SE Huawei P20 Lite
    Price CNY 1,799 (Rs 19000 approx.) 4GB RAM
    CNY 1999 (Rs 21000) 6GB RAM    		 Rs 19999 (4GB RAM)
    Display 5.88 inch
    Super AMOLED    		 5.84 inch
    LTPS IPS LCD
    Display Resolution 2248 x 1080 px
    18.7:9 aspect ratio    		 2280 x 1080 px
    19:9 aspect ratio
    Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 HiSilicon Kirin 659
    Processor Octa-core
    4 x 2.36 GHz Cortex-A53
    4 x 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53    		 Octa-core
    2 x 2.2 GHz Cortex-A75
    6 x 1.7 GHz Cortex-A55
    RAM 4GB/6GB 4GB
    Storage 64GB/128GB
    Not expandable    		 64GB
    Hybrid microSD card slot, expandable up to 256GB
    Battery 3120 mAh
    QuickCharge 3.0    		 3000 mAh
    SuperCharge
    Primary Camera 12MP RGB
    f/1.9
    5MP depth sensor
    f/2.0    		 16MP RGB
    f/2.2
    2MP Depth Sensor
    Primary Camera Video 4K @ 30fps 1080P @ 30fps
    Secondary Camera 20MP
    f/2.0
    1080P @ 30fps    		 24MP
    f/2.0
    1080P @ 30fps
    Add-Ons Fingerprint Sensor
    Face Unlock    		 Fingerprint Sensor
    Face Unlock

  • Asus Zenfone 5Z Vs OnePlus 6 Vs Honor 10- The Ultimate Flagship Killer

    Asus Zenfone 5Z Vs OnePlus 6 Vs Honor 10- The Ultimate Flagship Killer

    Asus has launched a new flagship smartphone in India, the Asus Zenfone 5Z. At a starting price of Rs 29999, it is the most affordable smartphone in India running on the latest Snapdragon 845 chipset. The Taiwanese smartphone maker has nailed the pricing for the Indian market as the Zenfone 5Z competes with the OnePlus 6 and Honor 10. All three smartphones are marquee devices for their respective companies in the Indian market and feature flagship-grade specifications.

    As has been the industry trend for a while now, all three smartphones have an all-glass build and design. Despite the similar build quality, all three smartphones feature a different finish on the glass. Essentially, the devices have a unique way of reflecting light and no two devices have a similar implementation here. It is hard to differentiate here and would boil down to personal preferences. The OnePlus 6 does have more colour options to choose from, recently launching the OnePlus 6 Red Edition.

    The Asus Zenfone 5Z has a 6.2 inch Super IPS+ display with a 2246 x 1080 px resolution. The OnePlus 6 has a 6.28 inch Optic AMOLED display with a 2280 x 1080 px resolution while the Honor 10 has a 5.84 inch IPS LCD display and the same resolution. The OnePlus 6 has an AMOLED display which is known for producing more accurate colours.

    Where the Zenfone 5Z and OnePlus 6 feel similar, the Honor 10 stands out. The Honor 10 runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 970 chipset with 6GB of RAM. The other two run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset. The flagship chipset is coupled with either 6GB or 8GB of RAM. Both the OnePlus 6 and Zenfone 5Z are available in three storage variants, 64GB, 128GB and 256GB.

    Ever since the launch of the iPhone X, Face Unlock has been a fairly talked-about feature in smartphones. None of the devices miss out on jumping on that bandwagon but, it is software-based and not the most secure authentification way. The fingerprint sensor on the Zenfone 5Z and OnePlus 6 is placed on the back, albeit, different shapes. The Honor 10, on the other hand, has an invisible ultrasonic fingerprint sensor that can also detect a wet finger. It is also front-facing since it is housed inside the chin of the smartphone.

    While most of the flagship specifications are similar to each other, these smartphones hugely differ when it comes to the optics. The Honor 10 has a 16MP RBG primary sensor and a 24MP secondary monochrome sensor. The OnePlus 6 takes a different route with two RGB sensors. It has a 16MP Sony IMX 519 sensor and a 20MP Sony IMX 376K sensor. The newly launched Zenfone 5Z has a 12MP primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture and an 8MP wide-angle secondary sensor with a 120º field of view.

    As a result of drastically different implementations, the cameras on these smartphones have their own advantages. However, it is worth noting that both the OnePlus 6 and Zenfone 5Z feature OIS and EIS while the Honor 10 misses out on both the features. The Honor 10 also doesn’t record 4K videos at 60fps.

    At a price of Rs 29999, the Asus Zenfone 5Z is the most affordable flagship smartphone in India. It also holds its own in front of the OnePlus 6 and Honor 10, on paper, at least. We will soon be comparing the three devices in depth for a much clearer winner.

    Specs
    Specifications Asus Zenfone 5Z OnePlus 6 Honor 10
    Price Starting Rs 29999 Starting at Rs 34999 Rs 32999
    Display 6.2 inch
    Super IPS+    		 6.28 inch
    Optic AMOLED    		 5.84 inch
    IPS LCD
    Resolution 2246 x 1080 px
    18.7:9 aspect ratio
    DCI-P3 Colour Gamit    		 2280 x 1080 px
    19:9 aspect ratio
    sRBG, DCI-P3 Colour Gamit    		 2280 x 1080 px
    :9 aspect ratio
    432 ppi
    Battery 3300 mAh
    QuickCharge 3.0    		 3300 mAh
    Dash Charge    		 3400 mAh
    SuperCharge
    Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
    Octa-Core
    4×2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold
    4×1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver    		 Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
    Octa-Core
    4×2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold
    4×1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver    		 HiSilicon Kirin 970
    Octa-Core
    4 x 2.36GHz
    4 x 1.8GHz
    RAM 6GB, 8GB 6GB, 8GB 6GB
    Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256GB
    Expandable up to 2TB    		 64GB, 128GB, 256GB
    Not expandable    		 128GB
    Not expandable
    Primary Camera 12MP
    Sony IMX 363
    f/1.8
    1.4-micron
    8MP Wide-Angle
    120º FOV    		 16MP
    Sony IMX 519
    f/1.7
    1.22-micron
    20MP
    Sony IMX 376K
    f/1.7
    1.0-micron    		 16MP RGB
    f/1.8
    24MP Monochrome
    Primary Camera Video 4K @ 60fps
    1080P @ 240fps    		 4K @ 60fps
    1080P @ 240fps
    720P @ 480fps    		 4K @ 30fps
    Secondary Camera 8MP
    f/2.0
    84º FOV
    EIS    		 16MP
    Sony IMX 371
    f/2.0
    EIS    		 24MP
    f/2.0
    AI Beauty Mode
    Portrait Mode
    Add-Ons Fingerprint Sensor
    Face Unlock    		 Fingerprint Sensor
    Face Unlock    		 Ultra-sonic fingerprint sensor
    Face Unlock
    OnePlus 6 Gallery

    Honor 10 Gallery

    Asus Zenfone 5Z

  • Honor 7C Vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 5: The Ultimate Smartphone Under Rs 10,000

    Honor 7C Vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 5: The Ultimate Smartphone Under Rs 10,000

    India’s budget smartphone segment has been congested for some time now. Companies like Xiaomi, Honor, Motorola consistently launch Android devices at a price of under Rs 15000, giving consumers a plethora of options. At a price point of Rs 10000, Xiaomi and Honor have two very good offerings. The Redmi Note 5 is priced at Rs 9999 for the base variant while the Honor 7C also retails for Rs 9999 for the base model.

    The Honor 7C has an aluminium unibody build. The Redmi Note 5, on the other hand, has a plastic back which makes it feel much cheaper than the Honor 7C. Both the smartphones have an 18:9 aspect ratio. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 has a 5.99 inch IPS LCD display with a 2160 x 1080 px resolution. The Honor 7C, on the other hand, has a 5.99 inch IPS LCD display with a 1440 x 720 px resolution. The Redmi Note 5 has a 77.4% screen-to-body ratio while the Honor 7C has a 76.3% screen-to-body ratio.

    When the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and Note 5 Pro were launched, many people wanted the Note 5 Pro to be the Note 5. One of the main reasons for that was the cameras. The Redmi Note 5, just like the Redmi Note 4, has a single camera on the back. The Honor 7C, on the other hand, has a dual-camera setup on the back at the same price.

    The Honor 7C has a 13MP primary sensor which is coupled with a 2MP depth sensor. The primary sensor has an f/2.2 aperture. The presence of a depth sensor means that the Honor 7C can take portrait and bokeh shots. The Redmi Note 5 has a 12MP single sensor on the back with an f/2.2 aperture. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 records 4K videos at 30fps while the Honor 7C records 1080P videos at 30fps. On the front, the Honor 7C houses an 8MP camera with an f/2.0 aperture while the Redmi Note 5 has a 5MP sensor.

    Redmi Note 5

    Out of the box, the Honor 7C runs on Android 8 Oreo with EMUI 8.0 on top. The Redmi Note 5 runs Android 7.1 Nougat out of the box and with MIUI 9 on top. There is no specific timeline for when the Redmi Note 5 will be updated to Android 8 Oreo. It is, however, scheduled to be updated to MIUI 10 in the near future.

    Under the hood, the Honor 7C runs on the Snapdragon 450 octa-core chipset with 3GB/4GB RAM and 32/64GB storage. The storage is expandable using a micro SD card up to 256GB. The Redmi Note 5, on the other hand, runs on the Snapdragon 625 SoC, the same chipset found on the Redmi Note 4.

    The Honor 7C offers a dual-camera setup, a dedicated microSD card slot and a better build quality when compared to the Redmi Note 5. How do the two smartphones stack up when their specifications are compared? Let’s find out!

    Specs
    Specifications Honor 7C Redmi Note 5
    Price Rs 9999 (3GB RAM) Rs 9999 (3GB RAM)
    Display 5.99 inch
    IPS LCD    		 5.99 inch
    IPS LCD
    Resolution 1440 x 720 px
    18:9 aspect ratio    		 2160 x 1080 px
    18:9 aspect ratio
    Primary Camera 13MP f/2.2 RBG sensor
    2MP depth sensor    		 12MP f/2.2
    Primary Camera Video 1080P @ 30fps 4K @ 30fps
    Secondary Camera 8MP
    f/2.0    		 5MP
    f/2.0
    Chipset Snapdragon 450 Snapdragon 625
    Processor Octa-core
    1.8 GHz Cortex-A53    		 Octa-core
    2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
    RAM 3GB 3GB
    Storage 32GB
    Dedicated microSD card slot    		 32GB
    Hybrid microSD card slot
    Battery 3000 mAh 4000 mAh
    Add-Ons Fingerprint sensor
    Face Unlock    		 Fingerprint sensor
    Face Unlock
  • OnePlus 6 Vs Xiaomi Mi 8: Top Notch Flagships

    OnePlus 6 Vs Xiaomi Mi 8: Top Notch Flagships

    If 2017 was all about that dual-camera setup, then 2018 is about that notch. Before MWC 2018, many expected this year’s smartphones to focus on AI and machine learning. However, the iPhone X set the trend of the notch in motion. The OnePlus 6 and Xiaomi Mi 8 are two 2018 flagship devices that have implemented the notch but, in two completely different ways.

    The Xiaomi Mi 8 has a wider notch but, it also houses all the tech required for 3D facial recognition. After the iPhone X, the Mi 8 is the first smartphone to feature 3D facial recognition technology, similar to Apple’s Face ID. The OnePlus 6, on the other hand, features a narrower notch which helps the company reduce the size of the bezels and incorporate a bigger display without really increasing the overall footprint of the smartphone.

    In a lot of ways, the Xiaomi Mi 8 and OnePlus 6 are similar. Both the devices use an AMOLED display with FullHD+ resolution and run on the latest Snapdragon 845 chipset. Even in terms of pricing, both the devices are much more affordable when compared to the likes of Galaxy S9, HTC U12+ or the iPhone X. The Mi 8 starts at a price of CNY 2,699 (Rs 28400 approx.) while the OnePlus 6 in China starts at a price of CNY 3199 (Rs 33800 approx.). In India, while the OnePlus 6 retails for Rs 34999 (base model), the Mi 8 might never launch.

    The Xiaomi Mi 8, design-wise, takes a lot of inspiration from the iPhone X. The presence of a wide notch like the iPhone X and the vertically placed dual camera setup is very similar to Apple’s current flagship. The Mi 8, however, fails to replicate one of the most impressive design features of the iPhone X. The iPhone X doesn’t have a chin, while the Mi 8 has a chin very similar to the OnePlus 6.

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    Both the Mi 8 and OnePlus 6 also feature a dual-camera setup on the back. The Mi 8 has a primary 12MP RGB sensor with an f/1.8 aperture coupled with a 12MP telephoto lens with an f/2.4 aperture and 1-micron pixel size. The notch houses a 20MP AI camera with an f/2.0 aperture. Just like the iPhone X, it also has a portrait lighting feature and Xiaomi’s own take on the animojis.

    The OnePlus 6 has a 16MP Sony IMX 519 sensor and a 20MP Sony IMX 376K sensor. Both are RGB sensors and have an f/1.7 aperture with OIS, another first for a OnePlus device. The cameras also record 4K videos at 60fps which is a great feature for content creators. To the front of the smartphone is a 16MP Sony IMX 371 sensor with an f/2.0 aperture and EIS which records 1080P videos.

    Let’s compare the specifications of the two smartphones!

    Specifications
    Specs OnePlus 6 Xiaomi Mi 8
    Price Starting Rs 34999 (India) Starting CNY 2,699 (Rs 28400 approx.)
    Display 6.28 inch
    Optic AMOLED    		 6.21 inch
    Super AMOLED
    Resolution 2280 x 1080 px
    402 ppi    		 2248 x 1080 px
    402 ppi
    Battery 3300 mAh
    Dash Charge    		 3400 mAh
    QuickCharge 3.0
    Chipset Snapdragon 845 Snapdragon 845
    RAM 6GB/8GB  6GB
    Storage 64GB/128GB/256GB 64GB/128GB/256GB
    Primary Camera 16MP Sony IMX 519
    20MP Sony IMX 376K
    f/1.7
    OIS    		 12MP RGB
    f/1.8
    4-axis OIS
    12MP Telephoto
    f/2.4
    Primary Camera Video 4K @ 60fps
    1080P @ 240fps    		 4K @ 60fps
    1080P @ 240fps
    Secondary Camera 16MP Sony IMX 371
    f/2.0
    EIS    		 20MP
    f/2.0
    Animojis
    OS Andrpoid 8.1 Oreo
    OxygenOS    		 Android 8 Oreo
    MIUI 9.5
    Add-Ons Fingerprint Sensor
    Face Unlock (not secure)
    3.5mm headphone jack    		 3D Face Unlock
    Fingerprint Sensor
    Dual GPS
  • Honor 7A Vs Xiaomi Redmi 5: The Best Under Rs 10000?

    Honor 7A Vs Xiaomi Redmi 5: The Best Under Rs 10000?

    Xiaomi has been on a roll since the turn of the year. The company has constantly launched either a budget or a flagship device in China and other markets like India. Honor, as well, has launched a few impressive budget smartphones in India in the past few months. The Honor 7X was a great device and so was the Honor 9 Lite. The company recently launched the Honor 7A and Honor 7C in India.

    The Honor 7A is the more affordable of the two and is priced at Rs 8999 (3GB RAM) in India. The Xiaomi Redmi 5, even though starts at a price of Rs 7999, is priced at Rs 8999 for the 3GB RAM variant. While the Honor 7A is available via Flipkart and HiHonor.com, the Redmi 5 retails via Amazon and Mi.com Both the smartphones, unlike some of their more expensive counterparts, are readily available and users don’t have to wait for flash sales.

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    While both the smartphones sport an 18:9 aspect ratio, the bezels are thicker on both the devices compared to some premium devices. However, a screen-to-body ratio of over 75% for both the smartphones is a respectable number. The Honor 7A sports a 5.7 inch IPS LCD display with a 1440 x 720 px and a 2.5 D curved glass for protection. The Redmi 5 also has a 5.7 inch IPS LCD 1440 x 720 px display.

    The main differentiating factor between the two smartphones is on the back. The Redmi 5 has a 12MP camera at the back with 1.25-micron pixel size and an f/2.2 aperture. The Honor 7A, on the other hand, has a dual-camera setup with a 13MP RGB sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. The main sensor helps the smartphone to capture the picture and the secondary sensor adds the depth effect. While the Honor 7A is priced only Rs 1000 higher than the Redmi 5, it does offer better camera specifications thanks to the presence of a dual-camera setup. To the front of the Redmi 5 is a 5MP camera while the Honor 7A has an 8MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture and an LED flash.

    The Redmi 5 runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 chipset while the Honor 7A runs on the Snapdragon 430 SoC. The Honor 7A is only available in one variant with 3GB of RAM and 32GB storage while the Redmi 5 has 2GB, 3GB or 4GB of RAM, and 16GB, 32GB or 64GB of onboard storage. Both the smartphones offer storage expandability, although the Honor 7A has a dedicated microSD card slot while the Redmi 5 has a hybrid microSD card slot. The fingerprint sensor is placed on the back of both the devices.

    Let’s now compare the specifications of both the smartphones. For a level playing field, we’re comparing the 3GB RAM model of the Redmi 5 with the Honor 7A since both the smartphones are priced exactly the same.

    Specs
    Specifications Honor 7A Redmi 5
    Price Rs 8999 (3GB RAM) Rs 8999 (3GB RAM)
    Display 5.7 inch
    IPS LCD    		 5.7 inch
    IPS LCD
    Resolution 1440 x 720 px
    18:9 aspect ratio    		 1440 x 720 px
    18:9 aspect ratio
    Primary Camera 13MP RBG sensor
    2MP depth sensor    		 12MP f/2.2
    Primary Camera Video 1080P @ 30fps 1080P @ 30fps
    Secondary Camera 8MP
    f/2.0    		 5MP
    f/2.0
    Chipset Snapdragon 430 Snapdragon 450
    Processor Octa-core
    4 x 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
    4 x 1.1 GHz Cortex A53    		 Octa-core
    1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
    RAM 3GB 3GB
    Storage 32GB
    Dedicated microSD card slot    		 32GB
    Hybrid microSD card slot
    Battery 3000 mAh 3300 mAh
    Add-Ons Fingerprint sensor
    Face Unlock    		 Fingerprint sensor
    Face Unlock

  • OPPO Realme 1 Vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro Vs Asus Zenfone Max Pro

    OPPO Realme 1 Vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro Vs Asus Zenfone Max Pro

    The budget smartphone category in the Indian market is seldom short of great offerings. In 2017, devices like the Mi A1, Moto G5 Plus and the Honor 7X were the popular budget smartphones. Honor kicked off 2018 with the Honor 9 Lite which has a great build quality and a dual-camera setup on the front and back. Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 5 Pro, the first-ever smartphone with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset. Asus launched the Zenfone Max Pro with the same chipset at a more affordable price. Recently, OPPO launched its sub-brand Realme and unveiled the Helio P60-running Realme 1 in India.

    The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro retails for a starting price of Rs 14999, while the base model of Asus Zenfone Max Pro is priced at Rs 10999. The Realme 1 retails for a starting price of Rs 8999 which is very competitive for the specifications it has. One caveat for all the three smartphones is flash sales. The Zenfone Max Pro and Redmi Note 5 Pro have had multiple sales while Realme 1 will have its first sale on May 25th.

    Redmi Note 5 Pro

    The Realme 1, hands down, looks the best out of the three smartphones with its diamond design. The Redmi Note 5 Pro and Zenfone Max Pro have a very similar metal unibody design with a vertically placed dual-camera setup. The fingerprint sensor on the two phones is placed on the back in a central position. This is where the Realme 1 falls behind as it doesn’t have a fingerprint sensor, one of the most common features in modern-day smartphones. It does, however, have Face Unlock, which the Redmi Note 5 Pro and Zenfone Max Pro do as well.

    The Realme 1 runs on the MediaTek MT6771 Helio P60 chipset coupled with 3GB/4GB/6GB RAM and 32GB/64GB/128GB storage. The onboard storage is expandable via a microSD card in case you run out of the onboard storage provided. Powering the smartphone is 3410 mAh battery which charges via a micro USB slot.

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro

    The Redmi Note 5 Pro runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset along with an Adreno 509 GPU to handle the graphics. The Redmi Note 5 Pro is available in two variants,  4GB RAM/64GB storage and 6GB RAM/64GB storage. The Zenfone Max Pro as well runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset coupled with 3GB/4GB/6GB RAM along with 32GB/64GB/128GB storage.

    Specifications
    Specifications OPPO Realme 1 Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro Asus Zenfone Max Pro
    Price Starting Rs 8990 Starting Rs 14999 Starting Rs 10999
    Display 6 inch
    IPS LCD    		 5.99 inch
    IPS LCD    		 5.99 inch
    IPS LCD
    Resolution 2160 x 1080 px
    18:9
    403 ppi    		 2160 x 1080 px
    18:9
    403 ppi    		 2160 x 1080 px
    18:9
    403  ppi
    Chipset MediaTek MT6771 Helio P60

    Octa-core
    4 x ARM Cortex-A73 up 2.0 GHz
    4 x  ARM Cortex-A53 up to 2.0GHz

    		 Qualcomm Snapdragon 636
    1.8GHz
    Octa-core    		 Qualcomm Snapdragon 636
    1.8GHz
    Octa-core
    RAM 3GB
    4GB
    6GB    		 4GB
    6GB    		 3GB
    4GB
    6GB
    Storage 32GB
    64GB
    128GB    		 64GB 32GB
    64GB
    128GB
    Battery 3410 mAh 4000 mAh 5000 mAh
    Primary Camera 13MP 12MP f/2.2
    5MP f/2.0
    1.25-micron    		 13MP
    f/2.2
    5MP Depth Sensor
    Primary Camera Video 1920 x 1080 px @ 30fps 1920 x 1080 px @ 30fps 4K @ 30fps
    Secondary Camera 8MP
    Portrait Mode    		 20MP Sony IMX376
    Beautify 4.0
    LED flash    		 8MP
    f/2.0
    LED Flash
    Bokeh Effect
    Add-Ons Face Unlock Fingerprint Sensor
    Face Unlock    		 Fingerprint Sensor
    Face Unlock
  • OnePlus 6 Vs Honor 10

    OnePlus 6 Vs Honor 10

    OnePlus launched the OnePlus 6 in India at a starting price of Rs 34999. The base model has 6GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage. One day before the OnePlus 6 launch, Huawei’s sub-brand Honor launched the Honor 10 at a price of Rs 32999. Both the smartphones have flagship specifications and interesting design language. Both the devices also have a notch, however, the OnePlus 6 has a thinner chin while the Honor 10 has a thick chin but, also features a front-facing ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.

    The OnePlus 6 has a bigger display and a smaller notch along with an all-glass design. Both the front and back of the smartphone is covered with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 giving it a solid build quality. The Honor 10 also has an all-glass design with an aluminium frame. The glass design on both the smartphones gives them a very premium look.

    Both the smartphones are powered by different flagship chipsets. The OnePlus 6 runs on the Snapdragon 845 chipset while the Honor 10 runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 970. The Honor 10 will be available in only one variant with 6GB of RAM and 128GB storage. The OnePlus 6 will be available in two variants, in the beginning, one with 6GB of RAM and 64GB storage while the other one will have 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant will be available in the Silk White colour variant later on in the year.

    Specifications
    Specifications OnePlus 6 Honor 10
    Price Starting at Rs 34999 Rs 32999
    Display 6.28 inch
    Optic AMOLED    		 5.84 inch
    IPS LCD
    Resolution 2280 x 1080 px
    19:9 aspect ratio
    sRBG, DCI-P3 Colour Gamit    		 2280 x 1080 px
    19:9
    432 ppi
    Battery 3300 mAh
    Dash Charge    		 3400 mAh
    SuperCharge
    Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
    Octa-Core
    4×2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold
    4×1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver    		 HiSilicon Kirin 970
    Octa-Core
    4 x 2.36GHz
    4 x 1.8GHz
    RAM 6GB, 8GB 6GB
    Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256GB 128GB
    Primary Camera 16MP
    Sony IMX 519
    f/1.7
    1.22-micron
    20MP
    Sony IMX 376K
    f/1.7
    1.0-micron    		 16MP RGB
    f/1.8
    24MP Monochrome
    Primary Camera Video 4K @ 60fps
    1080P @ 240fps
    720P @ 480fps    		 4K @ 30fps
    Secondary Camera 16MP
    Sony IMX 371
    f/2.0
    EIS    		 24MP
    f/2.0
    AI Beauty Mode
    Portrait Mode
    Add-Ons Fingerprint Sensor
    Face Unlock    		 Ultra-sonic fingerprint sensor
    Face Unlock
  • Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Vs Realme 1

    Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Vs Realme 1

    OPPO has unveiled its new sub-brand in India, Realme. Under the brand, the first smartphone, Realme 1 was launched on May 15th. The smartphone will be available in three variants, one with 3GB RAM/32GB storage, second with 4GB RAM/64GB storage and the third with 6GB RAM/128GB storage. It is an Amazon-exclusive device and the first sale will be on the 25th of May and commence at 12 noon. The smartphone has a starting price tag of Rs 8990 for the 3GB RAM variant.

    At the launch event, the Realme 1 was constantly compared to a few Redmi devices such as the Redmi Note 5 and Note 5 Pro. The company’s name itself sort of resembles Redmi and that cannot be a coincidence. At a starting price of Rs 8990, the Realme 1 is cheaper than the likes of Honor 9 Lite and Redmi Note 5. However, the company has decided to give a few features a miss for the Realme 1 which can be damming for many consumers.

    The Realme 1 has a unique finish on the back which looks much better than the Redmi Note 5. The Note 5 continues to have a similar build quality and design as previous Redmi note devices. Both the smartphones have a single camera setup on the back. The Redmi Note 5, however, has a fingerprint sensor as well while the Realme 1 does not have a fingerprint sensor.

    Xiaomi Redmi Note 5

    Neither of the two smartphones runs stock Android. The Realme 1 runs ColorOS 5.0 on top Android 8.1 Oreo while the Redmi Note 5 Pro has the MIUI 9 on top of Android 7 Nougat. At least, the Realme 1 runs the latest software here.

    The Realme 1 has a 13MP camera on the back along with an 8MP front-facing camera. The Redmi Note 5, on the other hand, has a 12MP primary camera with an f/2.2 aperture and a 5MP secondary camera with beautify 3.0 software.

    Specifications
    Specifcations Realme 1 Redmi Note 5
    Price Rs 8990 (base variant) Rs 9999 (base variant)
    Display 6 inch 5.99 inch
    IPS LCD
    Resolution 2160 x 1080 px
    18:9 aspect ratio    		 2160 x 1080 px
    18:9 aspect ratio
    Battery 3410 mAh 4000 mAh
    Chipset MediaTek MT6771 Helio P60
    Octa-core
    4 x ARM Cortex-A73 up 2.0 GHz
    4 x  ARM Cortex-A53 up to 2.0GHz    		 Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
    2.0GHz
    Octa-core
    RAM 3GB/4GB/6GB 3GB/4GB
    Storage 32GB/64GB/128GB 32GB/64GB
    Primary Camera 13MP 12MP
    f/2.2
    Primary Camera Video 1080P 4K @ 30fps
    Secondary Camera 8MP
    Portrait Mode    		 5MP
    LED Flash
    Add-Ons Face Unlock Fingerprint Sensor
    Face Unlock
  • Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 Vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 Vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro

    Asus has launched its latest budget offering for the India market, the Zenfone Max Pro. The newly launched smartphone will go on sale via Flipkart on the 3rd of May at a starting price of Rs 10999. The Zenfone Max Pro, in the beginning, will be available two variants, one with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage and the other one with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. The company also announced that a 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant with improved camera capabilities will also launch soon in India.

    At such a price range, the Zenfone Max Pro directly competes with the Redmi Note 5. However, in terms of features and hardware, it stacks up against the Redmi Note 5 Pro. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro was launched in February of this year and has garnered great reviews so far. The only caveat being its annoying flash sales which is still the only way to buy the smartphone. It starts at a price of Rs 13999 for the 4GB RAM and the 6GB RAM model costs Rs 16999.

    In a price sensitive market like India, such a price gap between two smartphones can be telling. But, does the Asus Zenfone Max Pro hold up against highly successful Redmi Note 5 Pro? Let’s find out!

    Design

    The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro and Asus Zenfone Max Pro look identical in more than one way. On the front, the bezels have a similar size around the displays of both the phones. On the back, both the devices have a vertically placed dual camera setup with very similar placements as well. However, the LED flash on the Note 5 Pro is placed between the two cameras while on Zenfone Max Pro, it is placed beneath the dual camera setup. The brushed metal finish on both the phones means that the devices can be a bit slippery, especially if you have smaller hands and cannot get a proper grip.

    It is also worth noting here that the Redmi Note 5 Pro has a camera bump on the back while the cameras on the Zenfone Max Pro are flush along the body.

    Display

    The display on both the smartphones is identical. It is a 5.99 inch IPS LCD display with a 2160 x 1080 px resolution. This translates into an 18:9 aspect ratio. The corners of the displays are curved giving the smartphones a bit more premium look compared to sharp corners found on something like the Honor 7X.

    The viewing angles are great and the colour reproduction is exactly what you would expect from an HD+ LCD panel. Considering how smartphones are the primary source of media consumption for a lot of users, both the devices do a great job with their respective displays. Another advantage of a tall display and thin bezels is the ability to fit a larger display in a relatively smaller body.

    Hardware

    When the Redmi Note 5 Pro was launched, its chipset was one of the highlights. It was the only smartphone to run on the Snapdragon 636 chipset before the Zenfone Max Pro’s launch. The Zenfone Max Pro is available in three different RAM and storage options, while the Note 5 Pro is only available in two RAM and one storage options.

    A department where the Zenfone Max Pro hands down one-ups the Note 5 Pro is the battery. The Zenfone Max Pro has a 5000 mAh battery compared to Redmi Note 5 Pro’s 4000 mAh battery. Also, Asus has managed to keep the weight of the Zenfone Max Pro at 180 grams, identical to that of the Redmi Note 5 Pro.

    If you are someone who swears by the benchmark scores, here they are for both the devices:

    Antutu Benchmark

    Geekbench

    Camera

    The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro has a 20MP Sony IMX376 camera on the front with an LED light. To the back of the smartphone is a vertically placed dual-camera setup. It is a 12MP colour sensor with an f/2.2 and a 5MPcolour sensor with an f/2.0 aperture setup. The smartphone clicks portrait mode photos from the front and rear cameras.

    The Asus Zenfone Max Pro has a 13MP primary sensor with an f/2.2 aperture and the depth sensor is a 5MP camera. The front of the device houses an 8MP camera with an f/2.0 aperture and an LED flash. The Zenfone Max Pro records 4K videos at 30fps while the Redmi Note 5 Pro can only record 1080P videos. Both the smartphones have EIS (electronic image stabilisation) when recording 1080P videos.

    Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro Samples:

     

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro Samples

    Specifications
    Specifications Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro Asus Zenfone Max Pro
    Price Rs 13999 (4GB RAM)
    Rs 16999 (6GB RAM)    		 Rs 10999 (3GB RAM)
    Rs 12999 (4GB RAM)
    Rs 14999 (6GB RAM)
    Display 5.99 inch
    IPS LCD    		 5.99 inch
    IPS LCD
    Resolution 2160 x 1080 px
    403 ppi    		 2160 x 1080 px
    403 ppi
    Battery 4000 mAh 5000 mAh
    Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 Qualcomm Snapdragon 636
    RAM 4GB/6GB 3GB/4GB/6GB
    Storage 64GB
    Expandable up to 256GB
    Hybrid slot    		 32GB/64GB/128GB
    Expandable up to 256GB
    Dedicated microSD card slot
    Primary Camera 12MP f/2.2
    5MP f/2.0
    1.25-micron    		 13MP
    f/2.2
    5MP Depth Sensor
    Primary Camera Video 1080P @ 30fps 4K @ 30fps
    Secondary Camera 20MP Sony IMX376
    Beautify 4.0
    LED flash
    Bokeh Effect    		 8MP
    f/2.0
    LED Flash
    Bokeh Effect
    Add-Ons Fingerprint Sensor
    Face Unlock    		 Fingerprint Sensor
    Face Unlock

  • Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Vs Lenovo S5

    Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Vs Lenovo S5

    Lenovo has officially launched the Lenovo S5 in China. The smartphone has a full metal unibody design with a dual camera setup. The smartphone comes in three storage and RAM variants. The 3GB/32GB model is priced at CNY 999(~Rs 9,999) and the 3GB/64GB is priced at CNY 1,199(~Rs 11,999) and the 4GB/128GB model retails for CNY 1,499(~Rs 14,999). The pricing is similar to the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5, which retails for Rs 9,999 for 3GB/32GB and Rs 11,999 for 4GB/64GB model in India.

    The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 is the successor of the Xioami Xiaomi Redmi Note 4. However, the difference between the Note 4 and the Note 5 are as thin as a lath. We feel the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro should have been the Redmi Note 5.

    Lenovo S5
    Lenovo S5

    The Lenovo S5 is carved out of a single block 6000 series aluminium. Whereas the Redmi Note 5 has plastic antenna bands on the top and the bottom of the device. Both the smartphones have a tall display with 18:9 aspect ratio. The Lenovo S5 has a compact 5.7 inch display, whereas the Redmi Note 5 has a 5.99 inch display with identical 2160 x 1080px FHD+ resolution.

    The Lenovo S5 has a dual 13MP camera (RGB + monochrome) while Redmi Note 5 has a single 12MP camera on the back. Similarly, the Redmi Note 5 has a 5MP front-facing camera compared to the 16MP sensor found on the Lenovo S5 with Face Unlock. The Lenovo S5 runs on custom ZUI 4.0 based on Android 8 Oreo, whereas the Redmi Note 5 runs on Android 7 Nougat based MIUI 9. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 has a 4000 mAh battery, while the Lenovo S5 packs in a smaller 3000 mAh battery.

    Specifications comparision
    Specifications Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Lenovo S5
    Price 3/32GB: Rs 9,999

    4/64GB: Rs 11,999

    		 3/32GB: ~Rs 9,999

    3/64GB: ~Rs 11,999

    4/128GB: ~Rs 14,999
    Display 5.99 inch IPS LCD

    18:9 aspect ratio

    		 5.7 inch IPS LCD

    18:9 aspect ratio
    Chipset Snapdragon 625

    Octa-core @ 2.0GHz

    		 Snapdragon 625

    Octa-core @ 2.0GHz
    RAM 3GB

    4GB

    		 3GB

    4GB
    Storage 32GB

    64GB

    		 32GB

    64GB

    128GB
    Primary camera 12MP

    4K @ 30fps

    		 13MP RGB + 13MP monochrome

    4K @ 30fps
    Front-facing camera 5MP 16MP
    Battery 4000 mAh 3000 mAh
    Additional features Fingerprint sensor Fingerprint sensor

    Face unlock
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