Indian Gadget Awards 2023: here’s a look at all the categories and winners

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Ramneek Singh
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The 4th edition of the Indian Gadget Awards 2023 is here to award the best tech products launched across various categories including smartphones, tablets, laptops, TVs, wireless earbuds, wearables, and even mobile and laptop processors. IGA 2023 is the Voice of the Industry with some of the biggest names in Indian technology media coming together as part of the jury panel to recognise the best gadgets released this year. IGA 2023 will see 35+ jury members ascertain the best across 35+ categories and 200+ nominations, for India’s biggest gadget awards event. Let’s have a look at all the categories and winners.

Best Phone of 2023 (under 15k)

Winner: Redmi 12 5G

The smartphone segment under Rs 15,000 saw several great launches from the likes of Realme, Redmi, Motorola, Tecno, Infinix, and others in 2023. 5G connectivity was more prevalent than ever before on budget smartphones this time around. Here is a look at the nominees for the Best Phone of 2023 (under Rs 15,000).

Best Phone of 2023 (under 25k)

Winner: Motorola Edge 40 Neo

Phones launched under Rs 25,000 in 2023 had a lot going for them. While some carried elegant-looking curved displays, others focused more on the performance side of things. On that note, here is a look at the nominees for the Best Phone of 2023 (under Rs 25,000).

Best Phone of 2023 (under 35k)

Winner: iQOO Neo 7 Pro

Moving on, throughout 2023, brands such as OnePlus, iQOO, Motorola, and others launched some great all-rounder phones under the Rs 35,000 price bracket which were impressive not only on paper but delivered on most fronts. Let’s take a look at the nominees for the Best Phone of 2023 (under Rs 35,000).

Best Phone of 2023 (under 50k)

Winner: OnePlus 11R 5G

When shelling out Rs 50,000 on a smartphone, one expects best-in-class mobile technology, the latest features, and high-end internals. These requirements were fulfilled by brands like Samsung and OnePlus, and 2023 also marked the entry of Nothing into the premium segment. We have a look at the nominees for the Best Phone of 2023 (under Rs 50,000).

Best Selfie Phone of 2023 – Mainstream

Winner: Vivo V29

Selfies have become an integral part of our social media-rich lives, and a good selfie camera is essential for capturing those precious moments that we share with the world. We have several brands including Vivo, OPPO, Realme, and others that have made it to the nomination list for the Best Selfie Phone of 2023 in the Mainstream category.

Best Camera Phone of 2023 – Mainstream

Winner: Vivo V29

The best camera phone is the one that excels in both front and rear camera departments in any given lighting conditions, produces detailed results, and has a balance of natural and vibrant colours in its images. With many camera phones boasting excellent optics on the rear, let’s see who made it to the nominee list of the Best Camera Phone of 2023 in the Mainstream category.

Best Camera Phone of 2023 – Premium

Winner: Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max

It was a tough task to rank the best camera phone in the Premium category, as most are capable of capturing stunning shots. Our jury members carefully analysed the best camera mobile phones from Samsung, Google, Apple, and other OEMs to find the absolute best.

Best Gaming Phone of 2023 – Mainstream

Winner: iQOO Neo 7 Pro 5G

With mobile phone chipsets becoming immensely powerful even in the mainstream category, most non-premium smartphones on offer can deliver decent gaming performance without breaking a sweat. On that note, here is a look at the nominees for the Best Mainstream Gaming Phone of 2023 in the Mainstream category.

Best Gaming Phone of 2023 – Premium

Winner: ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate

Mobile gaming is one of the biggest aspects of buying a premium smartphone, especially if you are into games that require high performance for a lag-free experience. The decision is tough, but our experts are on the case. The case to find the Best Gaming Phone of 2023. Check out all the nominations below for this category.

Best Foldable Smartphone of 2023

Winner: OnePlus Open

Foldable smartphones have ushered in a new wave of interest in the market. This is why, for the first time, we are introducing a new category in the Indian Gadget Awards specifically dedicated to foldable smartphones. The list of nominees includes Samsung, OPPO, OnePlus, and others.

Phone Of The Year 2023

Winner: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

The contenders for the prestigious Phone Of The Year 2023 award are many, but only one gets to become the ultimate winner. The nominations for this category reflect the best in mobile technology from all brands that have launched their premium smartphones this year. Here are the nominees for this coveted award!

Best Tablet of 2023 – Mainstream

Winner: OnePlus Pad Go

A tablet is your gateway to entertainment, work, and multitasking between apps all while being on the go. 2023 saw various brands releasing tablets that packed impressive specifications for the masses. The nominees for the Best Tablet of 2023 in the Mainstream are as follows.

Best Tablet of 2023 – Premium

Winner: Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra

Power users love large screen sizes and the powerful performance that a high-end tablet offers.
One can use tablets to get some heavy work done, binge-watch movies and shows, and even play games by taking utmost advantage of the large display. That said, the nominations for Best Tablet of 2023 in the Premium category are listed below.

Best TV of 2023 – Mainstream

Winner: Sony Bravia KD-43X75L

With a plethora of content available on OTT platforms, the enjoyment of watching your favourite shows and movies on a large screen has never been greater. Fortunately, TVs have become increasingly affordable, making it easier than ever to upgrade your current TV. Now, let’s have a look at the nominees for the Best TV of 2023 priced under Rs 50,000 in the Mainstream category.

Best TV of 2023 – Premium

Winner: Sony Bravia XR MASTER Series A95L OLED XR-65A95L

Premium televisions feature top-of-the-line display panels that offer top-notch picture quality, excellent viewing angles, and crisp details. On that note, let’s take a look at the nominations for the Best TV of 2023 in the Premium category.

Best Laptop of 2023 – Affordable

Winner: ASUS Vivobook Go 14

The nominees for the Best Laptop of 2023 priced under Rs 40,000 feature a great combination of reliable performance, long battery life, and easy portability, making them ideal for everyday tasks such as surfing the web, working on documents, and watching multimedia content. Take a look at the nominees.

Best Laptop of 2023 – Mainstream

Winner: Samsung Galaxy Book3

This year, we saw many high-end laptops being offered from the likes of HP, ASUS, Lenovo, and others that featured the latest processors and dedicated GPUs for an uninterrupted performance experience. But since there can only be one winner, here are the nominations for the Best Laptop of 2023 in the Mainstream category.

Best Laptop of 2023 – Premium

Winner: Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch

A premium laptop gets you covered on all parameters be it performance, multimedia, storage, battery endurance, and much more. With tons of options launched this year in the premium segment, here are the nominees for the Best Laptop of 2023.

Best Gaming Laptop of 2023 – Mainstream

Winner: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16

Gaming laptops cater to audiences who demand the ultimate performance for a smooth and immersive experience on their favourite games. With many value-for-money gaming-oriented laptops launched throughout 2023 across different price segments, the nominees for the Best Gaming Laptop of 2023 – Mainstream are as follows.

Best Gaming Laptop of 2023 – Premium

Winner: ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16

Brands also cater to gamers who demand the latest and best-in-class technologies and internals for an ultra-smooth gaming experience. This year we saw several premium gaming laptops being launched from Dell, ASUS, Lenovo, and others which have made it to the nominations list for Best Gaming Laptop of 2023 – Premium.

Best Truly Wireless Earbuds of 2023 – Mainstream

Winner: OPPO Enco Air 3 Pro

Truly Wireless Earphones are compact, versatile, and wire-free devices that have become a crucial part of our lives for on-the-go listening. With tons of options ranging from basic to midrange TWS, the decision to pick one winner is slightly tough. Have a look at the nominations in this category.

Best Truly Wireless Earbuds of 2023 – Premium

Winner: Sony WF-1000XM5

Moving on, numerous top-of-the-line wireless earbuds from Sony, Jabra, OPPO, and others launched throughout the year have been nominated for Best Truly Wireless Earbuds of 2023 – Premium. These earbuds offer immersive audio quality and amazing features such as ANC, customisable EQs, and stellar battery life.

Best Wearable of 2023 – Mainstream

Winner: CMF Watch Pro

Wearable gadgets and accessories have gained immense popularity over the past few years. While these help you keep a tab on fitness, you can view notifications and run apps right on your wrist. The nominees for the Best Wearable of 2023 in the Mainstream category are as follows.

Best Wearable of 2023 – Premium

Winner: Apple Watch Series 9

Premium wearables offer users the ability to track fitness levels, assist in workouts, access and run apps from the app store smoothly, and even monitor blood oxygen levels. We saw some impressive wearables launched this year in the high-end segment nominated for Best Premium Wearable of 2023.

Best Mobile SoC of 2023 – Mainstream

Winner: MediaTek Dimensity 8200

Smartphone chip manufacturers went all guns blazing in 2023 by coming up with powerful and efficient SoCs across the board. The nomination list for the award of Best Mobile SoC of 2023 in the Mainstream category includes processors from the likes of Qualcomm, MediaTek, Samsung, and others.

  • Mediatek Dimensity 1080
  • Mediatek Dimensity 8050
  • MediaTek Dimensity 8020
  • Mediatek Dimensity 8200
  • Mediatek Dimensity 7050
  • MediaTek Dimensity 7020
  • Mediatek Dimensity 7200
  • Mediatek Dimensity 7030
  • Mediatek Dimensity 6100+
  • MediaTek Dimensity 6080
  • Mediatek Dimensity 6020
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen2
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen2
  • Samsung Exynos 1330
  • Samsung Exynos 1380

Best Mobile SoC of 2023 – Premium

Winner: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2

Many great smartphones launched in the high-end segment this year rocked a premium SoC that aided the device in delivering reliable performance, managing the thermals, and offering impressive battery endurance. On that note, here are the nominations for the Best Premium Mobile SoC of 2023.

  • Apple A17 Pro
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2
  • Mediatek Dimensity 9200+
  • Google Tensor G3
  • MediaTek Dimensity 9200

Best Laptop CPU of 2023 – Mainstream

Winner: Intel Core i7-13700H

Running at the core of every laptop is a CPU that provides the device processing power to run any task thrown at it, which could be opening tons of browser tabs, running games, or drafting spreadsheets. The year 2023 saw some powerful laptop chipset launches from Intel and AMD which have made it to the nomination list for the Best Laptop CPU in the Mainstream category.

  • Intel 13th gen i5 13500H
  • AMD Ryzen 5 7530U
  • Intel Core i7-1355U
  • AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS
  • Intel 13th gen i7 13700H
  • AMD Ryzen 7 7735U
  • MediaTek Kompanio 1200
  • AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS

Best Laptop CPU of 2023 – Premium

Winner: Apple M3 Max

If you have no budget restrictions, going for a laptop with the latest and greatest chipset is the way to go. While we saw many great laptop CPUs launch throughout 2023, only one can take the crown of being the ‘best’. Here are the nominations for Best Laptop CPU of 2023 – Premium.

  • Intel Core i9-13980HX
  • Intel Core i9-13950HX
  • Intel Core i9-13900HX
  • AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX
  • AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX
  • Apple M2 Max
  • Apple M3 Max

Best Laptop GPU of 2023

The last and final award category of Indian Gadget Awards 2023 is ‘Best Laptop GPU of 2023’ which sees several newly launched GPUs from Nvidia and AMD making it to the nomination list, which is as follows.

  • Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090
  • Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080
  • Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070
  • AMD Radeon RX 7600S

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