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Best Non-Chinese Phones Under 30,000

Not all great smartphones hail from China! Here’s a list of affordable, feature-rich non-Chinese smartphones under ₹30,000 that suits your needs.
Sabitha G Rajan February 24, 2022
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When it comes to smartphones, Indians have a list of what they want and whatnot. Among many a few are assisted with the thought of buying a phone that is not Chinese, reason, we all must know that very well.

So, people who are in search of non-Chinese smartphones that cost within 30,000 can find them here. It is all about one's preference, so to summon your choice of non-Chinese smartphones, we have listed the mobile phones costing less than 30,000 and considered them as the best!

Google Pixel 3 XL

Google never fails to impress the tech-savvy with its ultimate smartphones, which also cost under 30,000. The pixel series will never disappoint the gamer, explorer & photographer in you. Find the specifications of interest to make your next investment worth it by prioritizing what you need in your non-Chinese mobile phone.

Find the best price at Amazon India for a Google Pixel costing ₹22,700, and if you exchange with your old phone, you'll get exchange offer benefits of up to ₹15,000 off on your orders.

Pros

  • High-Resolution Display
  • Powerful Speaker
  • Smooth UI
  • First Rate Camera
  • Advanced software with smart functioning

Cons

  • Brightness issues
  • Storage options are limited to 128 GB.
  • 4K 60 Video Mode in Camera is not available.
  • The touchscreen is too sensitive.
  • RAM performance is low.

Specifications

  • Display type is P-OLED, HDR 6.30 inches
  • Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845
  • Dual Front Camera 8 MP + 8 MP (ultra-wide)
  • Rear Camera 12.2 MP
  • Wireless Charging Available

Google Pixel 4A

With Pixel 4A next in the line, Google is offering you no such reasons to avoid the classiest smartphones of all time. Get your Google Pixel 4A for just ₹29,899/-, and if you go with the exchange offer, you'll save ₹15,000/- on your purchase from the Amazon coupon code. On Flipkart India, Google Pixel costs $ 27,999, but you can opt from any of the online platforms based on your preference.

Find the Pros, Cons, and Specifications listed below and choose accordingly.

Pros

  • High-Resolution Display
  • Headphone Jack
  • Fast charging 18W
  • Sleek Display
  • Compact mobile phone
  • Rear Camera is excellent, especially for Astrophotography

Cons

  • Average Battery Life
  • Selfie Camera is not as per expectation

Specifications

  • Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730G (8 nm)
  • Display Size 5.81 inches
  • Rear Camera 12.2 MP
  • Front Camera 8 MP
  • Battery Life Li-Po 3140 mAh

Samsung Galaxy M52 5G

Galaxy Series of Samsung India is all set to blow your mind with its incredible range of M Series. Samsung Galaxy M52 cost on  Amazon  Amazon is ₹24,999/- while Flipkart is offering the same smartphone at ₹25,990.

Save on your online purchase of Samsung M52 5G by exchange offer at Amazon. in or  Amazon Refurbished Store Amazon Refurbished Store, and if choosing Flipkart, make sure to use the available Flipkart coupon code to get additional saving benefits.

Find Samsung M52 5 G's pros, cons, and specifications listed below.

Pros

  • Powerful Processor
  • 5000 mAh Battery
  • 120Hz Super AMOLED Display
  • Thin & Light Weighed

Cons

  • Charging Support 25W, but bundle charger is 15W
  • No headphone jack.
  • Average-looking smartphone
  • Camera Quality is not as per expectation

Specifications

  • Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G
  • Display Size 6.70 Super AMOLED Plus
  • Rear Camera 64 MP+ Ultra wide-angle 12 MP+ Macro 5 MP
  • Front Camera 32 MP
  • Battery life 5000mAh

Samsung Galaxy M32 5G

The Samsung Galaxy M32 5G offers a beautiful look and incredible features at the best price, only at Flipkart, Amazon, and on Samsung's official website, which offers some additional benefits. There are a number of reasons why the M32 5G should be on the list of best non-Chinese smartphones.

First of all the price of the Samsung Galaxy M32 5G starts from ₹20,999/- with multiple RAM & internal Memory variations with a trending quad camera. Get your Samsung M32 5G at an exchange offer, helping you save up to ₹15,000/- on your online purchase at Amazon India.

Find the details listed categorically in Pros, Cons, and Specification.

Pros

  • Solid Battery Life of 5000 mAh
  • 3.5mm Audio Jack
  • Audio Quality is GOOD
  • Two Android OS updates, both 12 & 13.
  • 12 5G Bands

Cons 

  • Decent Camera
  • 15W Charging support
  • No Infra-Red Sensor Available
  • Screen Resolution is 720p at 720 x 1600 pixels

Specifications

  • Display 6.50 Inches
  • Front Camera 13 MP
  • Rear Camera (Quad Camera) 48MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP
  • Battery 5000 mAh
  • Expandable storage up to 1000GB

Apple iPhone SE 2020

For those who have a thing for the iPhone series, here comes the Apple iPhone SE launched in 2020, comes with extraordinary features and costs within ₹30,000. iPhone SE costs 29.200/-and is available on Apple store and Flipkart India.

You can also buy it using the Buy Now Pay Later option available at Flipkart. With all the new features served at the best price, you can find the pros and cons of purchasing the iPhone SE with the ultimate specification that qualifies it as one of the best non-Chinese Phone costing under 30,000/- in India.

Pros

  • Guaranteed iOS Update
  • Handy and slim enough to use.
  • Touch ID Sensor
  • Wireless Charging
  • Excellent Camera
  • Water-resistant

Cons

  • Small Screen
  • 1821 mAh
  • Outdated looks
  • Single Rear Camera

Specifications

  • Apple A13 Bionic Processor
  • Rear Camera 12 MP
  • Front Camera 7 MP
  • Battery 1821 mAh
  • Without Airpods and Charger

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite

Samsung is loved by millions of people, and indeed, it has evolved with unique specifications from time to time. To suggest a good Samsung mobile, its Galaxy Note 10 Lite will do justice to the investment made in it. Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite costs around Rs. 28,999.00, and shopping directly from Samsung will help you get a great discount.

The advantages and disadvantages are listed below.

Pros

  • Amazing Super AMOLED display
  • S-pen is quite useful
  • Sleek design
  • Impressive cameras
  • Robust battery with 25W Fast Charging support

Cons

  • Processing seems to be a week
  • No high refresh rate display
  • No IP rating

Specifications

  • 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display
  • Pixel Density of 393ppi
  • Rear Camera 12 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP
  • Front Camera 32 MP
  • 4500 mAh
  • Fast Charging

Nokia 8 Sirocco

The Nokia 8 Sirocco is a fantastic smartphone that comes with a slew of strong features. The smartphone includes two great back cameras that will improve your photography and filmmaking experience. The excellent setup provides high performance when multitasking. Aside from these features, the gadget has a large storage capacity and wireless charging capability. Find the pros and cons listed below.

Pros

  • Stunning design

  • Attractive display

  • Good performer

  • Great battery life

Cons

  • Sub-par cameras
  • The display has a bluish tint
  • Slight heating issues
  • Battery is Less

Specifications 

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998
  • 12 MP + 13 MP
  • 3260 mAh
  • CPU – Octa-core (2.36 GHz, Quad-core, Kryo 280 + 1.9 GHz, Quad-core, Kryo 280)
  • 5 MP f/2.0 Primary Camera

Apple iPhone 7

For premium-class lovers, the iPhone is always going to be a solution. But, if you do not wish to use Chinese phones or have some sort of urge to purchase an iPhone, you can go ahead and purchase an iPhone 7, costing around Rs 29,999. At Amazon India, you will find ample options for colour and type of internal battery. Find the pros and cons of purchasing the iPhone 7 online.

Pros

  • Perfect Image Quality
  • Front Facing Camera also works great
  • Good Processor
  • Water-resistance
  • Stereo Speakers
  • Superfast touch

Cons

  • No Dual Camera
  • Battery Life is not good

Specifications

Apple A10 Fusion APL1024  Front Camera Single (7 MP, f/2.2 Camera(32 mm focal length))  Rear Camera Single (12 MP, f/1.8, Wide Angle Camera)  Battery 1960 mAh  CPU 2.34GHz, Dual-core, Hurricane + 1.1GHz, Dual-core, Zephyr.

FAQs

Which are the best non-Chinese smartphone under 30000?

There are a number of non-Chinese smartphones available for sale under 30,000; find them listed below in points.

  • Apple iPhone SE (2020)
  • Apple iPhone 7
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite
  • Samsung A71
  • Samsung Galaxy M32 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy M52 5G
  • Google Pixel 3 XL
  • Google Pixel 4A

Is Oneplus Chinese Company?

OnePlus was founded in 2013 by two former employees of Oppo, namely, Pete Lau and Carl Pei. OnePlus is one of three subsidiaries of BKT Electronic, other two are Oppo and Vivo, hence OnePlus is a Chinese company.

Is Nokia a Chinese company?

No, Nokia is not a Chinese company, it was started in 1865 in Finland and currently serving its products worldwide.

Which smartphone brands are not Chinese?

Find the smartphone brands that are not Chinese listed below.

  • Samsung – South Korea
  • Apple iPhone – United States
  • Pixel by Google – United States
  • Asus – Taiwan
  • Nokia – Finland
  • LG – South Korea
  • Blackberry – Canada
  • Panasonic – Japan
  • Sony – Japan

Is Samsung made in China?

Samsung is a South Korean brand that has manufacturing facilities in China, India, Brazil, Vietnam, South Korea, and Indonesia.

Is Pixel or iPhone better?

Apple provides a higher resolution. However, Google gives its phone an additional advantage: the Pixel 6 has a refresh rate of 90Hz. While this isn't as quick as other flagship phones, such as the Pixel 6 Pro's 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, it clearly outperforms the iPhone 13, which is still stuck at 60Hz.