5 OnePlus N6x alternatives you should check out under Rs 20,000
The latest budget offering, OnePlus N6x, marks the return of a 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD card slot. It’s the brand’s latest attempt to appeal to buyers in the sub-Rs 20,000 segment, which has grown significantly as the more affordable category has all but disappeared due to rising component costs. As a younger sibling of the OnePlus N6, corners have been cut to price it more competitively. Here are some of the key specs of the OnePlus N6x:
Key specs
- 6.8-inch HD+ display, 120Hz
- MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Apex SoC
- 13MP rear camera
- 5MP front camera
- 7,000mAh battery, 15W charging
While only a review will tell how capable the OnePlus N6x truly is, the specifications look nothing but ordinary. Priced at Rs 19,999 for the base variant, the smartphone faces stiff competition from several smartphones, both recent launches and slightly older models, that seem to have superior hardware. Check out these 5 alternatives that you can consider buying instead of the OnePlus N6x.
| Smartphone | Price |
| Samsung Galaxy M17 | Rs 17,999 |
| Realme P4R | Rs 19,499 |
| iQOO Z11 Lite | Rs 19,499 |
| OPPO K14x | Rs 16,999 |
| Tecno Spark 50 | Rs 18,999 |
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Samsung Galaxy M17 5G
The Samsung Galaxy M17 5G (review) seems to be the most value-for-money smartphone in the segment. It continues to offer features that have become rare in the segment, including an AMOLED panel that offers a crisp and punchy viewing experience with an excellent contrast ratio. The handset even packs a variety of cameras, including a dedicated ultrawide lens to capture wide perspectives.
Key specs
- 6.7-inch AMOLED display, 90Hz
- Exynos 1330 SoC
- 50MP + 8MP + 2MP rear cameras
- 13MP front camera
- 5,000mAh battery, 25W charging
While its 5,000mAh battery capacity is on the lower side – compared to rivals, the handset should comfortably last a day with everyday usage. The front camera is also a respectable 13MP sensor for selfies and video calling. However, the real highlight of the smartphone is the software. The Galaxy M17 runs Android 15-based OneUI 7 out of the box, but is promised to receive six years of software support, making it a safe choice for long-term usability.
Realme P4R
The Realme P4R stands out in quite a few areas. For starters, the handset’s 8,000mAh battery is the largest in the segment and even supports 45W fast charging. The camera also seems more capable with a 50MP primary sensor and an 8MP front-facing lens.
Key specs
- 6.8-inch HD+ display, 144Hz
- MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC
- 50MP rear camera
- 8MP front camera
- 8,000mAh battery, 45W charging
Performance-wise, the Realme P4R boasts the MediaTek Dimensity 6000-series chipset – should be reliable for basic usage. Another highlight of the phone is the superior 144Hz refresh rate, which should support smooth animations and graphics while gaming more effectively than its counterpart. The Realme P4R runs Realme UI 7.0 out of the box, and will get 2 OS upgrades and 3 years of security patches.
iQOO Z11 Lite
The iQOO Z11 Lite (review) might deliver an identical viewing experience and performance as the Realme P4R. Its primary camera is also an impressive 50MP sensor, which should offer superior detailing and vibrant colours. Its 6,500mAh battery capacity is slightly on the lower side, but shouldn’t make a significant difference in everyday use. Furthermore, the smartphone supports fast 44W charging, ensuring relatively quick top-up speeds.
Key specs
- 6.74-inch HD+ display, 120Hz
- MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC
- 50MP rear camera
- 5MP front camera
- 6,500mAh battery, 44W charging
The iQOO Z11 Lite boots the latest OriginOS 6 out of the box and is promised to receive two major OS upgrades and security updates for three years. The smartphone also ships with a 3.5mm headphone jack.
OPPO K14x
Everything that I’ve said about iQOO Z11 Lite follows for the OPPO K14x (review). Both smartphones share an identical specs sheet, which means OPPO has the upper hand with a 50MP rear-facing camera. What sets the OPPO K14x apart is its software experience. The OPPO smartphone ships with ColorOS 15 and can be upgraded to ColorOS 16 via an OTA update. The interface feels more polished and feature-rich than most other Chinese Android skins.
Key specs
- 6.75-inch HD+ display, 120Hz
- MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC
- 50MP rear camera
- 5MP front camera
- 6,500mAh battery, 44W charging
However, since the OPPO K14x has already received one major Android upgrade, it is only eligible for one more OS update. As a result, it will stop receiving new Android features sooner than the other smartphones on this list. The phone comes with a dedicated 3.5mm headphone jack for wired earphones lovers. However, the base variant of the OPPO K14x comes with 64GB storage. It’s better to opt for the 128GB storage option, which costs Rs 18,999, if you don’t want to run out of storage soon.
Tecno Spark 50 5G
The Tecno Spark 50 5G (review) deserves your attention for its Pixel-inspired camera visor design and the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Ultimate chipset. While the chipset is largely similar to the Dimensity 6300 series, it offers slightly higher clock speeds for the performance cores, resulting in a modest performance boost. The improvement may not be significant, but it remains a notable advantage in the fiercely competitive budget smartphone segment.
Key specs
- 6.74-inch HD+ display, 120Hz
- MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Ultimate SoC
- 50MP rear camera
- 8MP front camera
- 6,500mAh battery, 45W charging
The Tecno Spark 50 also packs a superior 8MP front-facing camera to the iQOO Z11 Lite and OPPO K14x. This should make it slightly better in the selfie game. Moving on, the 6,500mAh battery and 45W fast charging remain identical to most of its competitors. The handset also features a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Final thoughts
Whether you choose the OnePlus N6x or one of its rivals, you can expect broadly similar everyday performance. However, each smartphone has its own strengths. The Realme P4R stands out with its larger battery, while the OPPO K14x, iQOO Z11 Lite, and Tecno Spak 50 remain balanced offerings.
None matches the value of the Samsung Galaxy M17, which delivers a versatile camera setup and long-term value thanks to its extensive software support.
