iQOO Z10x vs The Rest: Best Alternatives You Can Buy Today

The iQOO Z series has always been targeted at folks seeking incredible performance with a stylish exterior in the sub-Rs 20,000 segment. With the all-new iQOO Z10x, the brand aims to go ballistic with this belief. Its MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor is claimed to score 728,000+ in the Antutu benchmark, so all your tasks will occur swiftly. Fueled by a 6,500 mAh battery, you can expect your movie marathon to last more than a day on its 6.72-inch IPS LCD screen with Full HD+ resolution. 

While these specifications may make this phone tempting, you can’t grab it until 22 April. However, if you urgently need to purchase a phone, we have you covered. We have curated a list of smartphones under Rs 20,000 that will serve your needs well. Let’s check them out. 

iQOO Z10x: Full Specs and Price

Before going further, let’s recollect what we know so far about the iQOO Z10x’s specifications:

• Display:  6.72-inch LCD, Full-HD+ resolution, 2408×1080 pixels,120Hz refresh rate, 1050nits peak brightness, and 393ppi
• Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7300
• RAM and Storage: Up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage.
• Software: FunTouch 15 based on Android 15
• Primary Camera: 50MP with an f/1.8 aperture.
• Secondary Camera: 2MP Bokeh camera with an f/2.4 aperture.
• Selfie Camera: 8MP with an f/2.05 aperture.
• Battery and Charging: 6,500mAh battery, 44W wired.

The iQOO Z10x will be available in two storage variants, which are listed below:

iQOO Z10x: Three Best Alternatives

CMF Phone 1

The CMF Phone 1 remains a top pick in the sub-Rs 20,000 segment due to its unique design and appealing price-to-performance ratio. While all phones have started to resemble each other, this phone allows you to customise it with the brand’s proprietary accessories. On a side note, this feature is not even available on expensive phones. The MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC handles its performance department. So, whether you surf your social media apps, engage in casual gaming, or do menial tasks like calling, every task will happen efficiently yet swiftly. Even its camera is a solid performer in varying lighting conditions. 

• Display: 6.67-inch Super AMOLED panel, Full HD+ resolution, 2400 x 1080 pixels, Ultra HDR support, 2000 nits peak brightness, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, 8-bit colour
• Processor: Mediatek Dimensity 7300.
• RAM and Storage: Up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.
• Software: Nothing OS 2.6 based on Android 14.
• Primary Camera: 50MP primary with f/1.8 aperture, TrueLens Engine, AI Vivid Mode, video recording up to 4K 30fps
• Secondary Camera: 2MP depth sensor with an f/2.4 aperture.
• Front Camera: 16MP.
• Battery and Charging: 5,000mAh, 33W fast charging.
• Other Features: IP52 rating, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and stereo speakers.
• Dimensions and weight: 164mm x 77mm x 8mm, 197 grams.
• Colours: Black, Blue, Light Green, and Orange.

The CMF Phone 1 is up for grabs from Flipkart. It is available in two storage variants:

Motorola G85 5G

The Motorola G85 5G is among the most underrated phones in the sub-Rs 20,000 segment, yet it delivers impressive value for money. The brand ships one of the cleanest operating systems in this market with this phone. It offers a clean user experience and handy features like Moto Gestures and Smart Connect (which lets you seamlessly transfer data between your phone and a PC with some extra benefits). Moreover, you get a curved pOLED display. When combined with Dolby Atmos stereo speakers, it provides an immersive multimedia experience. The cameras on this phone let you photograph subjects with almost true-to-natural colours and crisp picture quality.

• Display: 6.67-inch curved pOLED panel, Full HD+ resolution, 2400 x 1080 pixels, 1600 nits peak brightness, 144Hz adaptive refresh rate, 10-bit colour, and 100% DCI P3 colour gamut
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3.
• RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.
• Software:  Hello UI based on Android 14.
• Primary Camera: 50MP Sony Lytia 600, OIS with f/1.8 aperture
• Secondary Camera: 8MP Ultra-wide with an f/1.67 aperture.
• Front Camera: 32MP.
• Battery and Charging: 5,000mAh, 33W fast charging.
• Other Features: IP52 rating, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and stereo speakers.
• Dimensions and weight: 161.91mm x 73.06mm x 7.59mm, 172g
• Colours: Cobalt Blue, Olive Green, and Urban Grey.

The Motorola G85 5G is available to purchase from Flipkart. It is available in two storage variants:

Realme P3 5G

If you seek blazing performance under Rs 20,000, look no further than the Realme P3 5G. It is the first phone powered by the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 SoC. Realme has also integrated a 6050 mm2 vapour chamber to ensure that it runs cool while running graphics-intensive applications. As a result, multiple publications and influencers have reported that it matches the speed of phones above its price range. Besides this incredible feat, it runs power-efficiently, so you squeeze more than 8 hours of screen-on-time with moderate usage. Moreover, it still offers a 6.67-inch AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, so you can have a gala time watching your favourite movies. With its triple IP rating against dust, water, and scratches, you won’t have to worry about using the Realme P3 5G in stormy weather. 

• Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED panel, Full HD+ resolution, 2400 x 1080 pixels, 2000 nits peak brightness, and 120Hz adaptive refresh rate
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4.
• RAM and Storage: Up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.
• Software:  Realme UI 6 based on Android 15.
• Primary Camera: 50MP, OIS with f/1.8 aperture
• Secondary Camera: 2MP Depth
• Front Camera: 16MP.
• Battery and Charging: 6,000mAh, 45W fast charging.
• Other Features: IP66+IP68+IP69 rating, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and stereo speakers.
• Dimensions and weight: 163.15mm x 75.65mm x 7.97mm, 194g
• Colours: Space Silver, Comet Grey, and Nebula Pink.

The Realme P3 5G is available in three storage variants on Flipkart and Realme.com/in: