Infinix Note 50s vs iQOO Z10x vs Realme P3: Best 5G smartphone under ₹20,000?

India’s sub-₹20,000 smartphone segment just got more exciting with the launch of three value-packed 5G contenders: Realme P3, Infinix Note 50s, and iQOO Z10x. Each brings something unique to the table—from high-refresh AMOLED displays to massive batteries. If you're eyeing a solid 5G phone under ₹20,000, here’s a breakdown to help you decide.

Display: AMOLED vs LCD

Infinix Note 50s: 6.78-inch 144Hz FHD+ 3D curved AMOLED

Realme P3: 6.67-inch FHD+ flat AMOLED

iQOO Z10x: 6.72-inch LCD with 120Hz refresh rate

Verdict: Infinix and Realme take the lead with AMOLED panels—offering better contrast, color, and in-display fingerprint sensors, unlike the side-mounted reader on the iQOO.

Battery & Charging

iQOO Z10x: 6,500mAh, 44W fast charging

Realme P3: 6,000mAh, 45W fast charging

Infinix Note 50s: 5,500mAh, 45W fast charging

Verdict: iQOO wins the battery war on paper with a 6,500mAh unit, but real-world endurance depends on software optimisation.

Camera: Megapixels Aren’t Everything

Infinix Note 50s: 64MP + 2MP (Sony IMX682), 13MP front

Realme P3: 50MP + 2MP, 16MP front

iQOO Z10x: 50MP + 2MP, 8MP front

Verdict: Infinix leads in rear camera resolution, while Realme edges out in selfie quality. But real-world performance will depend on processing—so stay tuned for camera reviews.

Performance, RAM & Storage

Infinix Note 50s: MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, 8GB LPDDR5x RAM, UFS 2.2

iQOO Z10x: MediaTek Dimensity 7300, 6/8GB LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 3.1

Realme P3: Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, 6/8GB LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 3.1

Verdict: All three are fairly matched in performance. While Infinix boasts faster RAM, both Realme and iQOO offer faster UFS 3.1 storage.

Design, Build & Durability

Infinix Note 50s: IP64, 7.6mm thin, 194g

iQOO Z10x: IP64, 8.09mm, 204g

Realme P3: IP68 + IP69, 7.97mm, 180g

Verdict: Realme takes the crown for ruggedness with top-tier water and dust resistance. Infinix wins on slimness and weight—ideal for one-handed use.