November has witnessed considerable activity in the smartphone arena with the introduction of various notable phones. Among the releases were the Lava Blaze 2 5G, iQOO 12 series, Vivo X100 series, OPPO Reno 11, and Reno 11 Pro, encompassing high-end, mid-range, and affordable options. This article delves into a compilation of the best smartphones that made their global debuts throughout the month, offering users a diverse array of choices.
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Lava Blaze 2 5G
The Lava Blaze 2 5G boasts a 6.56-inch HD+ IPS display with a 2.5D Curved Screen, offering a punch hole for the front selfie camera and a 90Hz refresh rate for smooth visuals.
In the photography department, the smartphone features a 50MP front camera along with a 2MP secondary sensor and an 8MP selfie camera with a screen flash, providing a diverse range of modes such as Film, Slow Motion, Timelapse, UHD, GIF, Beauty, HDR, Night, Portrait, AI, Pro, Panorama, Filters, and more.
The Lava Blaze 2 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6020 chipset, and it comes in two storage variants – 4GB+64GB and 6GB+128GB, with options for 4GB and 6GB virtual RAM. The internal storage is expandable up to 1TB for added flexibility.
Running on Android 13, the Lava Blaze 2 5G promises an update to Android 14 and commits to receiving security updates every three months for two years. The smartphone houses a 5,000mAh battery supporting 18W fast charging.
Launch date: November 2nd (in India)
Price: The Lava Blaze 2 5G is available in two storage configurations – 4GB+64GB priced at Rs 9,999 and 6GB+128GB priced at Rs 10,999.
iQOO 12 series
iQOO 12/ iQOO 12 Pro
The iQOO 12 and iQOO 12 Pro share a typical 6.78-inch display but with distinctions. The standard iQOO 12 boasts a 1.5K LTPO OLED display featuring a 144Hz refresh rate, 2160Hz PWM dimming, and an impressive 3000 nit peak brightness. On the other hand, the iQOO 12 Pro features an E7 AMOLED display with 2K resolution, 1440×3200 pixels, up to 3000 nits brightness, and 517 PPI.
The camera setups differ slightly; the iQOO 12 features a 50MP main camera with OIS, a 50MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 64MP periscope telephoto camera. Meanwhile, the iQOO 12 Pro boasts a 50MP primary snapper with OIS, a 50MP ultrawide lens, and a 64MP periscope telephoto camera. For selfies and video chats, both models sport a 16MP front camera.
Both iQOO flagships are powered by the robust Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC paired with Adreno GPU. In terms of memory and storage, the iQOO 12 and iQOO 12 Pro are equipped with up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage. They both run on Android 14 with the OriginOS 4.0 custom skin.
The iQOO 12 packs a 5,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging, while the Pro version features a slightly larger 5,100mAh battery with 120W wired fast charging, 50W wireless charging, and 10W wireless reverse charging.
Additional features on both phones include an in-screen fingerprint sensor, the Q1 chipset to enhance frame rates and gaming experience, an IP68 rating (exclusive to the iQOO 12 Pro), stereo speakers, Hi-Res audio, aptX, and aptX HD.
Launch date: November 7th (in China). The iQOO 12 is launching in India on December 12th.
Price: The iQOO 12 is available in multiple configurations, with the 12GB+256GB model priced at CNY 3,999 (approx Rs 45,800), the 16GB+512GB variant at CNY 4,299 (around Rs 49,900), and the 16GB+1TB variant at CNY 4,699 (around Rs 53,700).
As for the iQOO 12 Pro, it comes with a price tag of CNY 4,999 (around Rs 57,150) for the 16GB+256GB model, CNY 5,499 (around Rs 62,900) for the 16GB+512GB variant, and CNY 5,999 (approx Rs 68,600) for the 16GB+1TB model.
Vivo X100 series
Vivo X100/ Vivo X100 Pro
Both phones, the Vivo X100 and Vivo X100 Pro, share a 6.78-inch 120Hz LTPO AMOLED display with a 2800x1260p resolution, boasting a 3,000-nit peak brightness and 2,160Hz PWM dimming.
The Vivo X100 features a 50MP main camera, a 64MP periscope telephoto with 3X optical zoom, and a 50MP ultrawide camera. Meanwhile, the Vivo X100 Pro has a 50MP 1-inch main camera sensor, a 50MP 4.3X periscope telephoto, and the same 50MP ultrawide camera. Both phones have 32MP selfie cameras and support up to 100X digital zoom, with the Pro model exclusively offering 8K video recording.
Under the hood, both devices are powered by the new MediaTek Dimensity 9300 processor, boasting a 3.25GHz peak clock speed. Storage options on the Vivo X100 include 12GB+256GB, 16GB+256GB, 16GB+512GB, 16GB+1TB and 16GB+1TB (LPDDR5T). However, the Vivo X100 Pro offers 12GB+256GB, 16GB+256GB, 16GB+512GB and 16GB+1TB options.
In terms of software, both devices run OriginOS 4 skin on top of Android 14.
The battery capacity is 5,000mAh for the Vivo X100 and a slightly larger 5,400mAh for the Vivo X100 Pro. Charging capabilities are impressive, with the X100 featuring 120W wired fast charging and the Vivo X100 Pro supporting 100W wired charging alongside 50W fast wireless charging.
Launch date: November 13th (in China)
Price: The 12GB+256GB variant of the Vivo X100 is priced at CNY 3,999 (Rs 45,675), while the 16GB+256GB model costs CNY 4,299 (Rs 49,102). The 16GB+512GB version is available for CNY 4,599 (Rs 52,528), and for those seeking higher storage capacity, the 16GB+1TB option is priced at CNY 4,999 (Rs 57,097). Additionally, a variant with a 16GB+1TB (LPDDR5T) configuration is listed at CNY 5,099 (Rs 58,239).
The Vivo X100 Pro is available in different storage options. The 12GB+256GB variant is priced at CNY 4,999 (Rs 57,097), the 16GB+256GB model costs CNY 5,299 (Rs 60,524), and the 16GB+512GB version is listed at CNY 5,499 (Rs 63,794). For those seeking higher storage capacity, the 16GB+1TB option is available at CNY 5,999 (Rs 69,594).
OPPO Reno 11 series
OPPO Reno 11/ OPPO Reno 11 Pro
The OPPO Reno 11 boasts a 6.7-inch FHD+ curved OLED display with a sharp resolution of 2412 x 1080 pixels and a swift 120Hz refresh rate, a 10-bit HDR10+ panel with support for up to 2160Hz PWM dimming. The display achieves a local peak brightness level of 950 nits and ensures responsive interactions with a 240Hz touch sampling rate.
On the other hand, the OPPO Reno 11 Pro revolves around a 6.74-inch curved OLED display, offering a resolution of 2772 x 1240 pixels (1.5K) and a vibrant 10-bit colour depth. With a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, 2160Hz PWM dimming, and a 240Hz touch sampling rate, it delivers a visual experience enhanced by a 1600 nits local peak brightness level.
The OPPO Reno 11 boasts a triple rear camera configuration, featuring a 50MP Sony LYT600 sensor with OIS support and a 26mm focal length, accompanied by a 32MP telephoto secondary sensor and an 8MP ultra-wide sensor.
Meanwhile, the OPPO Reno 11 Pro is equipped with a triple rear camera setup, headlined by a 50MP primary Sony IMX890 sensor with OIS and a 24mm focal length. The camera array also incorporates a 32MP telephoto camera and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. Both phones offer a 32MP front camera for selfies and video calls.
The OPPO Reno 11 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC, whereas the OPPO Reno 11 Pro is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, complemented by the Adreno GPU. Both devices provide a maximum of 12GB RAM and up to 512GB UFS 4.0 storage and run on Android 14-based ColorOS 14.
The OPPO Reno 11 is equipped with a 4,800mAh battery supported by 67W Super Flash Charge technology, ensuring efficient and fast charging. On the other hand, the OPPO Reno 11 Pro features a sturdy 4,700mAh battery with 80W Super Flash Charge support, providing extended usage and quick recharging capabilities.
Launch date: November 23rd (in China)
Price: The OPPO Reno 11 5G comes with a price tag of CNY 2,499 (approx Rs 29,700) for the 8GB+256GB model, CNY 2,799 (around Rs 32,900) for the 12GB+256GB model, and CNY 2,999 (approx Rs 35,300) for the 12GB+512GB variant.
On the other hand, the OPPO Reno 11 Pro 5G is priced at CNY 3,499 (around Rs 41,100) for the 12GB+256GB variant and CNY 3,799 (approx Rs 45,100) for the 12GB+512GB variant.
Redmi K70 series
Redmi K70/ Redmi K70 Pro/ Redmi K70e
The Redmi K70 and K70 Pro feature an identical 6.67-inch OLED 12-bit TCL CSOT C8 display, equipped with a 120Hz refresh rate, 3840Hz PWM dimming, 4000nit peak brightness, Dolby Vision, HDR Vision, and a punch-hole cutout. Meanwhile, the Redmi K70e sports a 6.67-inch 1.5K OLED 12-bit display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1,800 nits peak brightness and a tiny puch-hole cutout for the selfie shooter.
The Redmi K70 boasts a 50MP Light Hunter 800 primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro lens. In contrast, the Redmi K70 Pro is equipped with a 50MP Light Hunter 800 primary sensor featuring OIS, a 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 50MP 2X Portrait Lens.
As for the Redmi K70e, it features a 64MP primary camera with OIS and an LED flash, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. All these models have a 16MP front snapper for selfies and video chats.
The standard Redmi K70 equips the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, while the Pro variant has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset coupled with the Adreno GPU. On the other hand, the Redmi K70e utilises the new MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra chipset.
The Redmi K70 comes with up to 16GB+1TB storage, and the Redmi K70 Pro has a maximum of 24GB LPDDR5x RAM and 1TB UFS 4.0 storage. Conversely, the Redmi K70e features up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB UFS 4.0 storage. All these models run on the Android 14-based HyperOS custom skin as their default user interface.
The Redmi K70 and Redmi K70 Pro are equipped with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 120W fast charging. On the other hand, the Redmi K70e boasts a 5,500mAh battery with 90W fast wired charging support.
Launch date: November 29th (in China)
Price: The Redmi K70 is priced at CNY 2,499 (around Rs 29,900) for the 12GB+256GB model, CNY 2,699 (around Rs 32,300) for the 16GB+256GB variant, CNY 2,999 (approx Rs 35,900) for the 16GB+512GB, and CNY 3,399 (around Rs 40,000) for the 16GB+1TB model.
The Redmi K70 Pro 12GB+256GB model is priced at CNY 3,299 (approx Rs 39,500), CNY 3,599 (around Rs 43,100) for the 16GB+256GB, CNY 3,899 (approx Rs 45,900) for the 16GB+512GB model, and CNY 4,299 (around Rs 50,600) for the 24GB+1TB version.
The Redmi K70e 12GB+256GB model is priced at CNY 1,999 (around Rs 23,600), CNY 2,199 (around Rs 25,900) for the 12GB+512GB, and CNY 2,599 (approx Rs 30,600) for the 16GB+1TB version.
Honor 100 series
Honor 100/ Honor 100 Pro
The Honor 100 features a 6.7-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2664×1200 pixels, while the Honor 100 Pro version boasts a larger 6.78-inch 1.5K OLED display with a resolution of 2700×1224 pixels. Both phones are equipped with a 120Hz refresh rate, 2,600 nits peak brightness, and 3840Hz ultra-high frequency PWM dimming technology.
The Honor 100 has a 50MP primary camera using the Sony IMX906 sensor, along with a 12MP ultra-wide-angle macro lens. It also features a 50MP front camera for capturing selfies.
On the other hand, the Honor 100 Pro comes with a triple rear camera setup, including a 50MP Sony IMX906 primary sensor, a 32MP telephoto lens with optical image stabilisation (OIS), and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle macro lens. For selfies, it features a dual-camera setup with 50MP and 2MP sensors.
The Honor 100 is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, while the Honor 100 Pro is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. Both models incorporate an in-house C1 chip and a VC liquid cooling system and offer up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. They run on MagicOS 7.2, based on Android 13.
The Honor 100 and Honor 100 Pro pack a 5,000mAh battery with support for 100W fast charging. Additionally, the Pro model is equipped with 66W fast wireless charging support.
Launch date: November 23rd (in China)
Price: The Honor 100 is available in configurations of 12GB+256GB, 16GB+256GB, and 16GB+512GB, priced at CNY 2,499 (approx Rs 29,500), CNY 2,799 (around Rs 33,000), and CNY 2,999 (approx Rs 35,250), respectively.
Meanwhile, the Honor 100 Pro offers options of 12GB+256GB, 16GB+256GB, 16GB+512GB, and 16GB+1TB, with respective prices of CNY 3,399 (approx Rs 40,000), CNY 3,699 (approx Rs 43,500), CNY 3,999 (around Rs 47,000), and CNY 4,399 (approx Rs 51,700).
RedMagic 9 Pro series
RedMagic 9 Pro/ RedMagic 9 Pro+
The newly launched RedMagic 9 Pro and RedMagic 9 Pro+ showcase a 6.8-inch 1.5K OLED BOE Q9+ display boasting a 120Hz refresh rate and 1600 nits peak brightness.
Both models are equipped with a 50MP S5KGN5 OIS primary sensor, a 50MP S5KJN1 ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP GC02M1 macro camera. For selfies and video calls, a 16MP front camera is featured on the RedMagic 9 Pro phones.
Under the hood, the RedMagic Pro series phones are driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, complemented by the Adreno 750 GPU. Storage options for the RedMagic 9 Pro include 8GB+256GB, 12GB+256GB, and 12GB+512GB, while the RedMagic 9 Pro+ offers configurations of 16GB+256GB, 16GB+512GB, and 24GB+1TB. Both smartphones run on the Android 14-based Redmagic OS.
The RedMagic 9 Pro houses a robust 6,500mAh battery with 80W fast charging technology. On the other hand, the RedMagic 9 Pro+ is equipped with a 5,500mAh battery featuring 165W fast charging capabilities.
Launch date: November 23rd (in China)
Price: The Red Magic 9 Pro has a variety of variants. The Dark Knight edition includes options like the 8GB+256GB variant at CNY 4,399 (approx Rs 52,100), 12GB+256GB model at CNY 4,799 (around Rs 56,446), and 12GB+512GB model at CNY 5,199 (around Rs 61,661). Meanwhile, the Deuterium Front Transparent editions, available in Dark Night and Silver Wing variants, provide choices such as 12GB+256GB at CNY 4,999 (approx Rs 59,289) and 12GB+512GB at CNY 5,399 (around Rs 64,033).
The Red Magic 9 Pro+ models, whether in the Dark Knight or Deuterium Front Transparent versions, offer 16GB+256GB storage at CNY 5,499 (around Rs 64,656), 16GB+512GB at CNY 5,799 (approx Rs 68,755), and a premium 24GB+1TB variant at CNY 6,999 (around Rs 82,293) for the Dark Knight and 16GB+256GB at CNY 5,699 (approx Rs 67,008) and 16GB+512GB at CNY 5,999 (around Rs 71,117) for the Deuterium Front Transparent options.
