Digit Zero1 Awards and Best Buy Awards 2023: Best Performing Premium Smartphone (Over ₹50K)
Flagships epitomise the pinnacle of smartphone technology, standing as the creme-de-la-creme in the ever-evolving landscape of mobiles. Flagship smartphones represent the culmination of cutting-edge innovation, boasting unparalleled features and performance that not only set them apart, but also set the trend for what is to come in the world of mobiles in the near future.
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From latest processors to stunning displays, flagships showcase the zenith of technological prowess. Be it in terms of cameras, displays, performance, battery, and even software, flagships often introduce groundbreaking functionalities, which slowly trickles down to smartphones in the mid-range or the budget segment after a point. Flagship smartphones also set the standards for design and user experience, consistently pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the palm of your hand. These devices cater to those who are seeking the ultimate in mobile excellence.
Digit Zero1 Award Winner: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 (Buy now)
Price: ₹1,54,999
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 came with a host of improvements all around. While from the looks of it, the smartphone doesn’t look too different from its predecessor, in terms of the overall refinement and performance jump, the smartphone shines bright.
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With tough competition from smartphones like the iPhone 15 Pro, the iQOO 11 and the likes, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, with its custom Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip and ample RAM was on top of the pyramid this year when it comes to performance.
Digit Best Buy Award Winner: iQOO 11 (Buy now)
Price: ₹59,999
iQOO’s performance and gaming-oriented DNA has shown up in the brand’s flagship for 2023. The first smartphone in India to launch with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, paired with up to 16GB of RAM makes the iQOO 11 nothing less than a beast when it comes to performance. While the smartphone fell short of performance numbers when compared with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, it still offered the best price-to-performance ratio in all the flagships that were launched this year, making the iQOO 11 this year’s Best Buy winner for the flagship smartphones category.
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