April is shaping up to be an exciting month for smartphone lovers in India. As the summer holiday season draws near, a fresh wave of smartphones is gearing up to hit the shelves, ranging from powerful budget devices to feature-packed mid-rangers, each tailored to different types of users. Whether you’re a mobile gamer, a selfie enthusiast, or someone who just wants great battery life, there’s something coming your way. Let’s break down the top 5 upcoming smartphones launching in India this month and why they deserve a spot on your radar.
Realme Narzo 80x – Power for Days
Launch Date: April 9
Highlight: Massive 6,000mAh Battery
Realme is kicking things off with the Narzo 80x, a budget-friendly smartphone that’s built to last. Under the hood, it runs on MediaTek’s Dimensity 6100+ chipset, paired with a 120Hz display for smooth visuals. But its standout feature? A beefy 6,000mAh battery promises up to two days of usage on a single charge.
It supports 45W fast charging and comes in a slim 7.94mm frame, weighing 197g. What makes it even more rugged is its IP69 rating for dust and water resistance, along with a military-grade shock resistance certification. Realme is also pushing its signal optimisation features, aimed at boosting connectivity for mobile gamers.
Realme Narzo 80 Pro – Budget Performance Beast
Launch Date: April 9
Highlight: MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Chipset
Alongside the Narzo 80x, Realme is also unveiling the Narzo 80 Pro, a phone that’s likely to dominate the under-₹20,000 segment. It’s powered by the new 4nm Dimensity 7400 processor and boasts a bright 120Hz display with up to 4,500 nits of peak brightness. According to Realme, it even supports BGMI at 90fps, great news for gaming fans. The Pro version also packs the same 6,000mAh battery but ups the ante with 80W fast charging and bypass charging support. Despite all this power, the phone maintains a sleek profile at just 7.55mm thick and 179g in weight.
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Vivo V50e – Designed for Shutterbugs
Launch Date: April 10
Highlight: Sony IMX882 Camera Sensor
Vivo continues to focus on photography with the V50e. This dual-camera smartphone features a Sony IMX882 primary sensor and a 50MP selfie shooter, promising detailed images on both ends. It’s not just about lenses, though the phone also supports underwater photography and comes with a quad-curved display for a premium look and feel. AI is also baked into the camera experience, with Vivo teasing smarter scene detection and portrait modes. Like the Narzo siblings, the V50e comes with an IP69 rating for added durability.
iQOO Z10 – A Battery Juggernaut
Launch Date: April 11
Highlight: Massive 7,300mAh Battery
Battery anxiety? iQOO has you covered with the upcoming Z10. This smartphone will debut with a mammoth 7,300mAh battery paired with 90W FlashCharge support, making it ideal for power users and marathon streamers. Despite the massive cell, the phone remains impressively slim at 7.89mm and weighs just 199g. It’s powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chip and will ship with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The curved AMOLED screen is expected to hit a stunning 5,000nits peak brightness, making it a solid all-rounder in the mid-range category.
iQOO Z10x – Budget Gaming, Reimagined
Launch Date: April 11
Highlight: Dimensity 7300 Chipset
Also launching alongside the Z10 is its slightly more affordable sibling—the iQOO Z10x. It’s expected to be priced under ₹15,000 and will come powered by the Dimensity 7300 processor. With 8GB RAM and 256GB storage (and likely more variants), this phone targets budget-conscious gamers and everyday users alike. It houses a 6,500mAh battery and features a dual-camera setup, though full specs remain under wraps. Still, if you’re after performance and longevity without breaking the bank, this one is worth watching.
Acer’s Mysterious Debut
And in a surprise twist, Acer, the PC giant is rumored to be entering the smartphone scene in India. While details are still hush-hush, the tech community is abuzz with speculation. Whether Acer’s debut will shake things up remains to be seen.
With Realme, Vivo, iQOO, and potentially Acer lining up new releases, April is going to be a thrill ride for Indian smartphone shoppers. Whether you’re after sleek design, cutting-edge cameras, or monster batteries, there’s a phone launching this month that ticks your boxes. Stay tuned—your next smartphone might just be around the corner.