Best-looking Smartphones to Buy in India

Smartphone design is improving, but the technology that works can only look a certain way. Despite the design now mostly being limited to however creative a candybar phone can look, which is mostly limited to curved/ flat edges or how the camera module looks. Given the limitation with the whole candybar design, brands have also played around with materials and finishes on the smartphones, which has definitely created a distinction in terms of how smartphones from certain brands look. Now, however, we are moving on to newer form factors like folds and flips, which is giving a new direction to smartphone design. So on that thought, let us take a look at some of the best looking smartphones in the market currently:

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With a Titanium build that not only looks good, but also makes the new iPhones lighter, the iPhone 15 Pro has one of the most exquisite materials used on any device at the moment. We also get the ceramic shield protection on the front glass and IP68 dust and water resistance, making the iPhone 15 Pro a very well built smartphone. Available in elegant colour options like blue titanium, black titanium, white titanium, and natural titanium, the iPhone 15 Pro is for those who want a classy looking device.

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Combining style with functionality, the Moto Razr 50 Ultra is probably one of the best smartphones for those who like their style to stand out. We get a slim and compact flip smartphone which not only has a super-functional 4-inch 165Hz pOLED display, but with a leather back design and a form factor that makes it super easy to carry around. The Moto Razr 50 Ultra also comes with IPX8 water resistance, so it is also protected from the accidental splashes of water. Furthermore, we are getting beautiful Pantone-validated colour options with the smartphone, making it an extremely stylish choice for the fashionistas.

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Samsung’s latest compact flagship smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy S24 is probably the best small smartphone in the market for Android users. With a new design that also uses exquisite materials like titanium, a completely flat and minimalistic design along with a compact form factor makes the Samsung Galaxy S24 a hands-down a minimalist’s device. Along with the elegant design, the Samsung Galaxy S24 also offers proper bleeding edge specifications, and an Exynos 2400 chipset. The Samsung Galaxy S24 comes with a 6.2-inch Dynamic 2X LTPO AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and an FHD+ resolution. We also get several other premium features like wireless charging, reverse wireless charging, and an IP68 rating.

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With the Vivo V40 Pro, Vivo has somehow managed to make the smartphone look like a camera-centric one without a gigantic circular camera module and for that itself, it deserves to be in the top stylish phones of this year. With this device, Vivo has taken all the feedback it has gotten in the last few generations and implemented it. The smartphone is the first in the V-series to come with stereo speakers, an IP68 water and dust resistance, and comes with a new chipset after 3 generations with a flagship-level MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ SoC. So yes, there have been major improvements with the Vivo V40 Pro. But the biggest improvement remains in the camera department.

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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is the most well-built and refined smartphone out there. It comes with a seamless design, a nice and reinforced hinge, and it is the first foldable to come with dust protection. This, on top of it being one of the best AI-powered smartphones that unfolds to reveal a large, tablet-sized display. It boasts a new AI chat assistant that can translate languages in real-time, making communication a breeze. The camera system has also been upgraded, featuring improved image stabilization for sharper photos and videos. Whether you’re a power user or a creative professional, the Galaxy Z Fold 6’s combination of cutting-edge technology and intelligent features makes it a compelling choice.

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One of the most complete foldable smartphones in the market currently, the OnePlus Open Apex Edition is a new entrant in the lineup. Along with a beautiful red leather finish, it also brings a new “VIP” mode to OnePlus’ first foldable. Launched last year with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset paired with up to 16GB RAM, the OnePlus Open comes with a stunning 7.86-inch foldable LTPO AMOLED display with a 2K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The cover display is also a proper flagship display with a 6.31-inch LTPO AMOLED panel which also has a 120Hz refresh rate and a 2K resolution.

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The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is a premium smartphone built with a durable titanium frame. With a titanium frame and flatter edges, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra looks a class apart from every other candybar smartphone in the market currently. Even the inclusion of the S-Pen is a great design element which is often ignored while talking about the device. Its stunning display reaches up to 2600 nits for exceptional visibility. The camera system is a standout, featuring a massive 200MP main sensor for breathtaking photos. Powered by a cutting-edge processor with advanced cooling, it delivers seamless performance. Additionally, the phone offers a lot of new AI features.