Here is a list of best smartphones under Rs 15,000:

Redmi Note 3
This is practically the best phone to pick up—be it the features, specs, or performance—this phone has it all. The 16 MP rear camera doesn’t live up to expectations but if that isn’t one of your first priorities, grab this one immediately.

4,050 mAh Li-Ion | 16 MP and 5 MP | Snapdragon 650 |

3 GB RAM | 32 GB (256 GB microSD) storage | Android 5.1.1

Le Eco Le2
It might be an unheard brand but this phone, launched in April, has an impressive Snapdragon 652 processor, and like the Apple iPhone 7, has ditched the 3.5 mm audio socket and moved its audio delivery through its USB Type-C port.

3,000 mAh Li-Ion | 16 MP and 8 MP | Snapdragon 652 |

3 GB RAM 32 GB storage | Android 6.0.1

Moto G4 Plus
If you weren’t already satisfied with a near-stock experience of Moto G series and have been fixated with few of its snag, this latest addition will make you stop complaining. Launched in May, it comes with a fingerprint sensor, massive camera improvement for photography enthusiasts and manages to last a day with its 3,000 mAh battery.

3,000 mAh Li-Ion | 16 MP and 5 MP | Snapdragon 617 |

3 GB RAM | 32 GB (128 GB microSD) storage | Android 6.0.1

OnePlus One
Even though it’s been more than two years since this phone was launched, it has stood ground and has been a global sensation with its high-end phone features and low price tag. The OnePlus brand is doling out the best engineered phones and its specs speaks for itself; so if you are comfortable spending a couple of thousand bucks extra, this is what you should get; else there is always OnePlus X.

3,100 mAh Li-po | 13 MP and 5 MP | Snapdragon 801 |

3 GB RAM | 64 GB storage | Android 6.0.1

Asus Zenfone Max ZC550KL
Ever since the Android phones came into picture, companies have been in a quest to make the best battery-efficient phone. Asus has been able to just unlock that by coming up with a mammoth 5,000 mAh battery smartphone in May. Though the plastic exterior might be a disappointment, the leather back does give a premium feel.

5,000 mAh Li-po | 13 MP and 5 MP | Snapdragon 615 |

3 GB RAM | 32 GB (64 GB microSD) storage | Android 6.0.1

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