Best Water Drop Notch Display Phones in India
Smartphone designers all over the world are working teary-eyed to cut out the minutest of space from the screen which brings us to the latest trend of the teary/water-drop notch smartphones. (We couldn't resist cracking the terrible pun.) Charting specifications and reading multiple expert reviews from all around the place, we bring to you the latest and the Best Drop-notch smartphones in India.
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| Price in India | ₹9,999 |
| Display | 6.30-inch |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 |
| Front Camera | 13-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 48-megapixel + 5-megapixel |
| RAM | 4GB |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Battery Capacity | 4000mAh |
| OS | Android Pie |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 pixels |
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₹ 9,999 Buy | |
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₹ 13,990 Buy | |
Maintaining the best specifications with the others in its class, The Redmi Note 7 Pro comes with its unique selling proposition of a beastly 48 + 5 MP (f1.79) rear camera (Not a typo) with availability of 4k 30 fps recording . It comes with a decent 13 MP front camera and a processing power of 2 Ghz octa core 675 snapdragon processor all run by a great 4000 mAh battery.
- Superior Rear camera performance (Low Light and 4K Recording)
- Design and built
- Heats up quickly
- Ad filled Software
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| Price in India | ₹9,490 |
| Display | 6.30-inch |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 |
| Front Camera | 25-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 16-megapixel + 5-megapixel |
| RAM | 4GB |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Battery Capacity | 4045mAh |
| OS | Android 9 Pie |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 pixels |
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₹ 9,490 Buy | |
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₹ 10,990 Buy | |
Realme seems to have balanced everything right for the all-round use in this model. Priced at 14000/16000, it comes with 4GB-64GB/6GB-128 GB variants. Packed with an octa core 2.2 Ghz Snapdragon 710, it houses a 16+5 MP(f1.7 and f2.4) rear camera which supports 4k recording and a 25 MP front camera. All this, powered by a strong battery back-up of 4045 mAh. Realme 3 Pro is expected to be slightly better for gaming as opposed to Note 7 pro due to it's GPU. However, in terms of CPU, Design, Built and overall camera performance, the Note 7 Pro takes away the trophy by a margin.
- Better gaming experience
- 20 W Super-fast charger
- Introduction of 960 fps super slow-mo recording
- Build is not glass coated (thereby a negative in feel and built)
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| Price in India | ₹29,990 |
| Display | 6.41-inch |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 |
| Front Camera | 16-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 16-megapixel + 20-megapixel |
| RAM | 6GB |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Battery Capacity | 3700mAh |
| OS | Android 9.0 |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 pixels |
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₹ 29,990 Buy | |
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₹ 45,999 Buy | |
The OnePlus 6T comes with overall great performance and champions every sector. It comes with a standard 20+16 MP rear and 16 MP front camera. What is really pleasing is that you can own a pair in a tight budget as it comes with four RAM/Storage variants (the limited edition McLaren coming with a 10 GB RAM) , the pricing ranging all the way from Rs 30000 to Rs 47000. It dons a beastly 2.8 Ghz octa-core SnapDragon 845 processor fuelled by a good 3700 mAh battery that comes with fast charge technology.
- Great Processor
- Not a major camera upgrade from OnePlus 6
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| Price in India | ₹8,490 |
| Display | 6.30-inch |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P70 |
| Front Camera | 25-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel |
| RAM | 3GB |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Battery Capacity | 3500mAh |
| OS | Android 8.1 Oreo |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 pixels |
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₹ 8,490 Buy | |
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₹ 8,999 Buy | |
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₹ 9,990 Buy | |
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₹ 9,999 Buy | |
Priced at around 10000, depending on different RAM-Storage options, Realme U1 would be one of our top picks for smartphone with a tear drop notch. It is armed with a 2.1 Ghz octa-core Helio P-70 processor. The rear camera is a modest 13+2 megapixels, however the highlight of this product is its 25 MP front camera with sony sensors which is boastful under the concerned price range .It has compromised slightly on its battery with a 3500 mAh.
- Best-in-class Front Camera
- Great processor at this price range
- Slightly underperforming battery backup
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| Price in India | ₹8,999 |
| Display | 6.20-inch |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P70 |
| Front Camera | 13-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel |
| RAM | 3GB |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Battery Capacity | 4230mAh |
| OS | Android Pie |
| Resolution | 720x1520 pixels |
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₹ 8,999 Buy | |
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₹ 9,499 Buy | |
Realme 3 carries the same specifications and price as that of the Realme U1. However, it distinguishes itself from the U1 by the virtue of its battery that has been extended to 4230 mAh by cutting down on its front camera by bringing it to a 13 megapixel.
- Powerful Battery
- Powerful Processor
- Full HD Resolution not available
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| Price in India | ₹8,449 |
| Display | 6.30-inch |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 |
| Front Camera | 13-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 12-megapixel + 2-megapixel |
| RAM | 3GB |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Battery Capacity | 4000mAh |
| OS | Android 9.0 |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 pixels |
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₹ 8,449 Buy | |
Priced at 10000/12000, it carries 3 GB/ 32 GB and 4GB/ 64GB. Packed with 2.2 ghz octa-core snapdragon 660. It features a 12 + 2 MP rear camera and a 13 MP camera in the front. Once again, Xiaomi brings us its strong 4000 mAh battery.
- Mighty Processing Power in its class
- All rounder at this range
- Rear Camera slightly disappointing (although equivalent to all products in this category)
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| Price in India | ₹6,799 |
| Display | 6.26-inch |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 |
| Front Camera | 32-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 12-megapixel + 2-megapixel |
| RAM | 3GB |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Battery Capacity | 4000mAh |
| OS | Android 9 Pie |
| Resolution | 720x1520 pixels |
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₹ 6,799 Buy | |
The house of Xiaomi brings us yet another great drop notch smartphone, the Redmi Y3. The Pricing is equal to that of the Redmi Note 7, the speciality of the Y3 being is its 32 MP front camera. It has however compromised on its processor that is a 1.8 GHZ octa-core Snapdragon 632. It comes with 12 + 2 MP rear camera and a good battery back up of 4000 mAh.
- Best-in-Class Front Camera
- Full HD Resolution not available
- Minute compromise with the processor
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| Price in India | ₹11,000 |
| Display | 6.40-inch |
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7904 |
| Front Camera | 16-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 5-megapixel |
| RAM | 3GB |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Battery Capacity | 5000mAh |
| OS | Android 8.1 Oreo |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 pixels |
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₹ 11,000 Buy | |
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₹ 13,490 Buy | |
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₹ 16,490 Buy | |
Priced at 15000/18000, This is samsung's best performance in this range providing a 13 + 5 + 5 Mp (f1.9 +f2.2 + f2.2 ) triple rear camera with the unique option of shooting ultra wide videos. Worth mentioning here that Gadgets360's analysis shows Note 7 Pro's camera has an overall edge over the M30, the latter not supporting 4K recording .The front camera is a 16 MP (f2.0). It runs on a 1.8GHz Exynos 7904 octa core processor fuelled by a best in class 5000 mAh battery.
- Best-in-class 5000 mAh battery
- Ultra wide camera
- Introduction of 960 fps super slow-mo recording
- Outdated Software (Android 8.1 oreo)
- 4K recording not available
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| Price in India | ₹12,999 |
| Display | 6.30-inch |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P60 |
| Front Camera | 25-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 16-megapixel + 2-megapixel |
| RAM | 6GB |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Battery Capacity | 3500mAh |
| OS | Android Oreo |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 pixels |
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₹ 12,999 Buy | |
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₹ 25,990 Buy | |
We believe that Oppo's F9 Pro is its best entry in the budget range featuring a drop notch. Priced at 18000, The F9 Pro comes to offer a massive 6 GB RAM with a slightly mild processor 2 GHz octa core Helio P 60 processor. The rear camera is a decent 16 + 2 MP, however the presence of a 25 MP front camera compensates for the same. A decent battery of 3500 mAh is adorned by Oppo's patented VOOC flash charging which claims to provide 2 hours of talktime in just 5 mins of charging.
- VOOC-flash charging
- A powerful 6GB RAM
- Average processor
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| Price in India | ₹14,990 |
| Display | 6.15-inch |
| Front Camera | 32-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 24-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel |
| RAM | 4GB |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Battery Capacity | 3340mAh |
| OS | Android 9 Pie |
| Resolution | 1080x2312 pixels |
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₹ 14,990 Buy | |
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₹ 25,990 Buy | |
A little towards the extreme end of the mid-range category , comes the Huawei P30 Lite. Priced at Rs. 20000/22000, RAM variants of 4 & 6 GB are coupled with a best in class 128 GB storage.It offers a 24+8+2 MP (f1.8, f2.4, f2.4) rear camera with ultra wide recording and an impressive 32 MP front camera. The processor is a 2.2GHz octa-core HiSilicon Kirin 710. The battery backup is an upset at 3340 mAh as compared to others on this list.
- 128 GB Storage
- 32 MP Front Camera
- Below-average 3340 mAh Battery
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| Price in India | ₹11,990 |
| Display | 6.40-inch |
| Front Camera | 25-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 25-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 8-megapixel |
| RAM | 4GB |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Battery Capacity | 4000mAh |
| OS | Android Pie |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 pixels |
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₹ 11,990 Buy | |
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₹ 15,899 Buy | |
Priced at 20000/23000, Samsung provides a 25+5+8MP(f1.7, f2.2 and f2.2) rear camera and a great 25 MP front camera(f2.0). A 4GB/64GB & 6GB/64 GB variants are available with a 2.29 Ghz Exynos 9610 Octa Core Processor. Battery is a great 4000 mAh.
- Overall great performer
- Average gaming experience
- Internal Storage options limited to 64 GB
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| Price in India | ₹30,900 |
| Display | 6.70-inch |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 |
| Front Camera | 32-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 32-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 5-megapixel |
| RAM | 6GB |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Battery Capacity | 4500mAh |
| OS | Android 9 Pie |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 pixels |
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₹ 30,900 Buy | |
Samsung and its love story with triple cameras brings us to The Galaxy A70 chapter. The galaxy A70 comes with a 32+8+5MP rear camera needless to mention the ultra wide angle (f1.7, f2.2, f2.2) and a front 32 MP (f2.0) camera. A massive 6.7 inches FHD+ screen is sure to enhance your viewing experience. A 6-GB powerful RAM with a best-in-class storage of 128 GB. The battery is also powerful at 4500 mAh with 25 W super fast charging . The Octa core 675 Snapdragon processor.
- Unmatched display quality
- Little bulky due to large screen size
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| Price in India | ₹29,999 |
| Display | 6.10-inch |
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 |
| Front Camera | 10-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 12-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 16-megapixel |
| RAM | 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Battery Capacity | 3400mAh |
| OS | Android 9.0 |
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₹ 29,999 Buy | |
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₹ 71,400 Buy | |
Samsung Galaxy S10 family comprises of the S10e, S10 and the S10+. 10/10 design points for the S10 as it features an innovative dot notch on the right side as opposed to the typical placement at the top.Do note that we have only spoken about the S10+ here as S10e and S10 are easily overtaken by OnePlus 6T which is far lesser in cost. Moreover, the S10e and S10 did not seem to meet our criteria.
The Samsung galaxy S10+ comes in three RAM and Storage variants ( 8GB/128GB, 8GB/512GB and 12GB/1TB). It houses a 12+12+16 MP rear camera and a 10+8 MP dual front camera. Complete camera range from telephoto , wide and ultra wide lenses. Impressive video recording modes : 720p super slow mo 960 fps, Even its front camera can take 4k UHD videos. The samsung's best ever octa-core Exynos 9820 processor. A powerful battery of 4100 mAh.
- Great Camera Quality
- Massive Battery
- 3 RAM storage variants
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List of Best Water Drop Notch Display Phones in India (November 2024)
| Best Water Drop Notch Display Phones | Price in India |
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| Redmi Note 7 Pro | ₹ 9,999 |
| Realme 3 Pro | ₹ 9,490 |
| OnePlus 6T | ₹ 29,990 |
| Realme U1 | ₹ 8,490 |
| Realme 3 | ₹ 8,999 |
| Redmi Note 7 | ₹ 8,449 |
| Xiaomi Redmi Y3 | ₹ 6,799 |
| Samsung Galaxy M30 | ₹ 11,000 |
| Oppo F9 Pro | ₹ 12,999 |
| Huawei P30 Lite | ₹ 14,990 |
