Which smartphone should you buy under Rs 30,000? Comparing Nothing Phone 2a Plus, Motorola Edge 50, and Realme 13 Pro

Nothing 2a Plus

Several brands, including Nothing, Motorola, and Realme, have recently introduced new smartphones in India, all priced under Rs. 30,000. These offerings include the Nothing Phone 2a Plus, Motorola Edge 50, and Realme 13 Pro. Each smartphone boasts distinct features that cater to different user needs. Here’s a detailed comparison to help potential buyers choose the device that best suits their requirements.

A detailed comparison 

Design and Display

The Nothing Phone 2a Plus retains its predecessor's design, offering a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a Glyph Interface on the back. It is available in black and grey. The Motorola Edge 50 features a 6.67-inch pOLED display with a peak brightness of 1900 nits, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. It comes in several finishes: vegan leather in Jungle Green and Pantone Peach Fuzz, and vegan suede in Koala Grey. The Realme 13 Pro boasts a 6.7-inch curved ProXDR AMOLED display with an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance. It is available in Monet Purple, Monet Gold, and Emerald Green, with thickness and weight variations based on the back material.

Camera Capabilities

The Nothing Phone 2a Plus is equipped with a dual rear camera setup with a 50MP main sensor and an ultra-wide lens, along with a 50MP front camera. The Motorola Edge 50 offers a triple rear camera system featuring a 50MP main sensor with a Sony-Lytia 700C sensor, a 13MP ultra-wide lens, and a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, along with a 13MP front camera. Realme 13 Pro also comes with a triple rear camera setup, including a 50MP primary sensor with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP macro lens. For selfies, it has a 32MP front camera.

Processor and Performance

The Nothing Phone 2a Plus is equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro chipset, providing up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, expandable to 20GB with a RAM booster. Meanwhile, the Motorola Edge 50 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processor and features Motorola's vapour cooling system, supporting up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Realme 13 Pro comes with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC, paired with LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage, and includes a 3D VC cooling system for enhanced thermal performance.

Battery Life

The Nothing Phone 2a Plus has a 5000mAh battery with 50W fast charging support. The Motorola Edge 50 houses a 5000mAh battery with 68W fast charging capability for quicker recharge times. Realme 13 Pro is equipped with a 5200mAh battery with 45W SuperVOOC wired fast charging, which can charge from 1 percent to 50 percent in 27 minutes and maintains 80 percent battery health over four years.

Pricing

The Nothing Phone 2a Plus is available at Rs. 27,999 for the 8GB + 256GB model and Rs. 29,999 for the 12GB + 256GB version. The Motorola Edge 50 is priced at Rs. 27,999 for the 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage variant and comes in finishes like Jungle Green, Pantone Peach Fuzz, and Koala Grey. The Realme 13 Pro starts at Rs. 26,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model and is available in Monet Purple, Monet Gold, and Emerald Green.

Each smartphone brings its own unique strengths to the under Rs. 30,000 price range. To find the best option for your needs, consider your priorities in terms of design, performance, and camera features.