The Republic Day sales are now live on Amazon and Flipkart, and if you’ve been waiting to upgrade your phone, this is probably the moment you’ve been eyeing.
Here’s a look at the best smartphones you can consider in each price segment during the sale.
Under ₹10,000: Keep Expectations Realistic
At this price, you’re buying a phone for basics. Calls, WhatsApp, light apps, and decent battery life.
The Motorola G05, selling for ₹7,299, is a solid choice. It comes with 64GB storage, a modern punch-hole HD display, a large 5100mAh battery, and clean Motorola software. Nothing fancy, but it gets the job done.
The POCO C71, priced at ₹7,999, offers more memory with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage, along with a slightly larger 5200mAh battery. The compromise here is the dated notch-style display, which may feel old-school now.
One clear tip here: avoid Samsung phones in this price range. They usually cut too many corners compared to the alternatives.
Under ₹15,000: Don’t Settle for 6GB RAM
In 2026, phones under ₹15,000 should really start at 8GB RAM. Anything less just doesn’t age well.
The Motorola G57 Power is a good option if you want a clean Android experience. It comes with an 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant, runs on the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 chip, and packs a massive 7000mAh silicon-carbon battery. The 50MP main camera is decent for everyday use.
Another option is the POCO M7 Plus, also offering 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. It has a large 6.9-inch display and a huge 7000mAh battery. In select games, it even supports up to 144Hz refresh rate, though it runs on the older Snapdragon 6s Gen 3.
The Infinix Note 50x is worth checking out too. It features 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate processor, and a 5500mAh battery, making it a well-balanced option.
Under ₹20,000: One Clear Standout
If you’re shopping under ₹20,000, the CMF Phone 2 Pro stands out easily. It’s currently listed at ₹17,499.
If battery life matters more than camera flexibility, the OPPO K13 is another option. It comes with a massive 7000mAh battery. You do miss out on the telephoto lens that the CMF offers, so it really depends on what you value more.
Under ₹25,000: Battery vs Features
The OnePlus Nord CE5, priced at ₹24,499 with a ₹1,000 bank offer, brings a lot to the table. You get a huge 7100mAh battery with 80W fast charging, OxygenOS 16, and the Dimensity 8350 Apex processor. The only real letdown is the single speaker setup.
If audio matters to you, the Motorola Edge 60 Fusion might be a better fit. Selling for ₹22,999 for the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant, it features a Dimensity 7400 chip, a sharp 1.5K quad-curved display, and stereo speakers.
Under ₹30,000: Performance Starts to Shine
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro, available for ₹29,999, is a well-rounded phone. It offers 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, a triple-camera setup, a 6000mAh battery, Dimensity 8350 processor, and support for both wired and wireless charging.
If gaming is your top priority, the iQOO Neo 10R is hard to ignore. The 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant costs ₹29,799 and comes with a 144Hz display, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, and fast UFS 4.1 storage. It’s built for performance.
Under ₹35,000: Balanced or Bold
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a strong all-rounder. It runs on Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, has a smooth 144Hz display, a 50MP front camera, and a 6800mAh battery with 80W charging.
If you want something that stands out visually, the Nothing Phone 3a Pro offers a unique transparent design and a clean Nothing OS experience. Just note that there’s no charger in the box.
Another solid pick is the Realme GT 7T, priced at ₹27,449. You get 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, a massive 7000mAh battery with 120W fast charging, the Dimensity 8400 MAX chipset, and a display rated for up to 6000 nits peak brightness.
Under ₹40,000: Power Users Territory
For gaming-focused buyers, the iQOO Neo 10 is a strong option. It packs the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip, 12GB RAM, 256GB storage, a 144Hz display, and a huge 7000mAh battery.
The OnePlus 13R is a good pick if you want a triple-camera setup, smooth OxygenOS performance, and a phone that feels premium in hand.
If you prefer compact phones and value Samsung’s brand appeal, the Galaxy S24 still makes sense here.
Under ₹50,000: Phones That Feel Different
If you want something genuinely different, the Nothing Phone 3 is currently selling for ₹45,680 on Amazon. It launched at a much higher price last year, and Flipkart has hinted at even bigger Republic Day discounts, so it’s worth keeping an eye on.
The OnePlus 15R, priced around ₹48,000, brings the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor, a super-smooth 165Hz display, and a massive 7400mAh battery. The only compromise is the dual-camera setup.
Pixel Deals: For Google Lovers
If you’re considering a Pixel this sale, Flipkart’s Republic Day deals make the Pixel 10 series genuinely tempting. The Pixel 10 will be available for ₹64,999, down from its ₹79,999 launch price, while the Pixel 10 Pro drops to ₹94,999 from ₹1,09,999.
These prices include bank offers, with exchange deals available too. You can check all the Pixel deals here.
Flagships and iPhones: Where the Big Money Goes
Above ₹50,000, compact flagship lovers can look at the Vivo X200 FE for cameras or the OnePlus 13s for performance.
Last year’s OnePlus 13 is also a smart buy right now. It’s listed at ₹62,000, but with a ₹1,000 bank offer and exchange deals, you can get it well under ₹60,000.
If you want a camera-centric phone, then last year’s Vivo X200 Pro is available with a bank discount of ₹9,000, dropping the phone down to ₹86,000. The OPPO Find X8 Pro is even cheaper at ₹85,000 without any bank offers. So, pick your side, both are great phones for shooting.
If performance is priority, then the iQOO 13 is the best deal at ₹55,000. It comes with the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 144Hz display, and a decent 6150mAh battery. The cameras are also not bad, so you are getting a well-rounded phone.
As for iPhones, the iPhone 17 is the one to get. Flipkart will sell it from ₹74,900, including bank offers and exchange. It finally brings a 120Hz display, better cameras, and improved charging, making it very close to the Pro models.
There are also deals on the iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and the slim iPhone Air for buyers who know they want Pro features. For most people though, the standard iPhone 17 is more than enough.
If that’s too much, the iPhone 16 will be available for ₹56,999 during the sale. Going below this honestly doesn’t make much sense in 2026.
Foldables: A Smaller Crowd, Clear Picks
For foldables, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 drops to an effective price of ₹1,00,000 after bank offers. The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra, priced around ₹80,000 with a bank discount, is a cheaper alternative. If you want to spend even less, the Razr 60 at ₹55,000 is the next best option.
If money isn’t a concern and you want a book-style foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is still the one to look at.
What About 2026 Flagships?
If you’re wondering about the latest 2026 flagships, the honest answer is that there isn’t much to get excited about yet from a deals perspective. Most of the current-generation flagships are still selling close to their launch prices, with only minor bank offers in play.
Unless you specifically want the newest hardware right now, last year’s flagships or slightly older premium phones actually offer better value during the Republic Day sales.