If you are considering the purchase of a new flagship Android smartphone, it may be wise to hold off for a few more weeks. A new lineup of premium Android devices, equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, is set to launch from leading manufacturers such as Xiaomi, OnePlus, iQOO, Realme, and Asus in November.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite, which includes Oryon CPU cores, an upgraded Adreno GPU, and a Hexagon NPU, delivers exceptional performance. Qualcomm has highlighted that this chip offers remarkable single-core performance on battery, especially when compared to the latest flagship laptop processors from Intel and AMD.
Most major Android smartphone brands have already revealed their upcoming models featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. In addition to these high-end devices, several budget options like the Redmi 14C and Poco C75 are also expected to be released soon.
1. Redmi 14C
Redmi launched the next in its ‘C’ lineup in Vietnam in September. Now, Redmi 14C is all set to come to India in November 2024. The Indian model was recently spotted on Geekbench thus hinting towards launch in India soon. It is the successor to Redmi 13C and has managed to score 917 in single-core and 2182 in multi-core tests. The smartphone will come with 8GB RAM and run Android 14 OS.
The smartphone has already launched globally so we know that it will be powered by Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset. The smartphone is expected to come with a 6.88-inch HD+ display with 120Hz refresh rate and 1640×720 pixel resolution. It might pack a 5160mAh battery with 18W fast charging. In terms of camera, Redmi 14C is tipped to feature a 50MP main sensor along with a secondary lens. At the front is a 13MP selfie camera. It comes in Sage Green, Midnight Black, Dreamy Purple, and Starry Blue colors. It is expected to cost around Rs. 10,000.
2. Poco C75 5G
Poco C75 5G has also been launched globally a few days ago. It is an affordable smartphone from the Xiaomi subsidiary. It is expected to arrive in India in November 2024. The smartphone will be powered by MediaTek Helio G81 SoC with up to 8GB RAM. It features a 6.88-inch HD+ LCD panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness level of 600 nits. The smartphone will run Android 14-based HyperOS and flaunts a 50MP main sensor at the back. It packs a 5160mAh battery with 18W charging. Additionally, it comes with Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, WiFi, 3.5mm headphone jack and more.
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3. Realme GT 7 Pro 5G
Realme is launching the flagship GT 7 Pro 5G smartphone in China on 4th November. The company might bring the device to India as well by the end of November 2024. It has been confirmed to be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset along with 16GB RAM and runs Android 15 out of the box. The phone has been seen on various listings which confirm that it will have a 6.78-inch display with 6000 nits brightness. It will feature a triple camera setup at the back and a 16MP selfie sensor at the front. Under the hood will be a 6500mAh large battery with 120W wired fast charging support. The design was also showcased during a recent AI event.
4. iQOO 13 5G
iQOO 13 5G is coming to China on 30th October 2024. It will be a performance-based smartphone that will carry BMW Motorsports branding. The flagship smartphone will be powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Reports claim it will sport a 6.78-inch display which will be an 8T LTPO OLED panel with 2K resolution and 144Hz refresh rate. The chipset will be paired with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. Under the hood, it will have a 6150mAh battery with 120W wired fast charging. The colors for the smartphone will be black, green, grey, and white. The phone will arrive in India as well, and the launch date will most likely be set in November.
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5. Oppo Find X8 Series
Oppo recently announced its next Find X8 Series in China which includes two smartphones- Oppo Find X8 and Oppo Find X8 Pro. During the China launch, Oppo confirmed that the series will soon be coming to India as well. While the India launch date hasn’t been confirmed, according to leaks Oppo might launch the devices in India in November itself.
The Oppo Find X8 has a 6.59-inch LTPO OLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate while the Find X8 Pro comes with a 6.78-inch LTPO OLED panel. Both screens support 1600 nits brightness globally. In terms of camera, the Find X8 features a 50MP main screen, a 50MP ultrawide screen, and a telephoto camera at the back. The Find X8 Pro flaunts a 50MP main, 50MP ultrawide, and a larger periscope sensor at the back.
Oppo has also launched a Quick Button that can launch the camera, act as a shutter, and enable zoom controls. The smartphones are powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset and run ColorOS 15 which comes with AI features. Under the hood, Find X8 packs a 5630mAh battery while Find X8 Pro packs a 5910mAh battery. Both support 80W wired and 50W wireless charging speeds and come with an IP69 rating for water and dust resistance. The Oppo Find X8 starts at around Rs. 50,000 and the Oppo Find X8 Pro starts at about Rs. 63,000 in China.
6. Xiaomi 15 Series
Xiaomi 15 Series is launching in China on 29th October. The series will include Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro. The brand plans to launch the smartphones in India in November. Xiaomi 15 is confirmed to get a 6.36-inch display while Xiaomi 15 Pro will get a 6.78-inch screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. Both models will be powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and have a sleek and light design. In terms of camera, Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro are expected to sport a triple 50MP camera setup at the back. Under the hood, the Pro version is confirmed to draw juice from a 6100mAh battery. Xiaomi 15 Series is expected to get a price hike over the Xiaomi 14 Series.
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7. Nothing Phone 2a (Community Edition)
Nothing is launching a Community Edition of the Phone 2a on 30th October in India. The Community Edition of Nothing Phone 2a is different from the regular edition due to its exterior design and packaging. The final design comes with a Phosphorescence concept meaning it has a green finish that will glow in the dark. The wallpapers and packaging are also customized to follow this glowing theme, which gives it a distinctive appearance compared to the standard model. The only change is in outward appearance, but the specs remain unchanged. It will be powered by Dimensity 7200 Pro chipset and features a 6.7-inch AMOLED panel with 120Hz refresh rate. At the back is a dual camera setup including a 50MP main and a 50MP ultrawide sensor. The front will get a 32MP selfie sensor. Under the hood, it will draw juice from a 5000mAh battery with 45W fast charging.
8. Honor Magic 7 Series
Honor Magic 7 Series is launching on 30th October and will include two smartphones Honor Magic 7 and Honor Magic 7 Pro. The focus of the series is AI capabilities along with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. The Honor Magic 7 Series will run MagicOS 9.0 and under the hood, it will pack a 5600mAh battery with 100W wired and 80W wireless charging capability. The Honor Magic 7 Pro sports a 6.82-inch quad-curved OLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and Kunlun Glass Protection. In terms of camera, the Honor Magic 7 Pro will feature a 50MP primary and 50MP ultrawide angle lens along with a 50MP telephoto camera.
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9. OnePlus 13 5G
OnePlus 13 5G is also coming to China on 31st October. The specs of the smartphone have finally been confirmed by the brand. The OnePlus 13 5G will pack a large 6000mAh battery under the hood with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging. It will be powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and flaunt an LTPO AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+. The smartphone will come with Rain Touch 2.0 and run OxygenOS 15 globally. The SoC will be paired with 24GB RAM and 1TB storage onboard. In terms of camera, the OnePlus 13 will have a 50MP main, 50MP periscope, and 50MP ultrawide angle at the back.
10. Vivo X200 Series
Vivo launched the X200 Series in China this month. The Vivo X200 Series will be coming to India in November. The Vivo X200 Series will include two smartphones Vivo X200 and Vivo X200 Pro and both these feature a sleek and curved design. The Vivo X200 Pro features a 50MP main, 50MP ultrawide, and 200MP telephoto sensor, and for selfies, there is a 32MP sensor at the front. The smartphone has an OLED panel and is powered by Dimensity 9400 chipset. Under the hood is a 6000mAh battery with 90W charging.
Talking about the Vivo X200, it is also powered by a Dimensity 9400 chipset and has a camera is one of its highlights. It has a starting price of around 51,000 in China. India’s launch date is expected to be announced soon.
11. Redmi Note 14 Series
Redmi Note 14 Series is arriving in China in November. The Redmi Note 14 Series will include a Redmi Note 14 5G, Redmi Note 14 Pro, and Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus. Recently, the Pro version was spotted on the IMDA website and it revealed 4G, Bluetooth, WiFi, and NFC support for Redmi Note 14 Pro. The Note 14 Pro is also expected to come with a 6.67-inch P-OLED display with FHD+ resolution. The storage will go all the way up to 512GB and under the hood will be a 5500mAh battery. Redmi Note 14 Series will launch in India in January 2025.
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