OnePlus Nord 5 5G

It scores about 1.5 million on AnTuTu, which is comfortably above what most phones at this price deliver. Gaming, heavy multitasking and long app sessions should feel fast and stable.

The 6800 mAh battery is a major advantage in this class, and 80W charging keeps top-ups quick. It is built for long days of gaming, streaming and navigation without constant charging anxiety.

The 1272x2800 AMOLED screen is sharper than the Full HD panels many rivals still use, and the 144 Hz refresh rate makes scrolling and supported games look especially fluid. Peak brightness of 1800 nits also helps outdoors.

The main camera has optical stabilisation and 4K 60 fps video, which gives it a solid foundation for both photos and video. A 50 MP front camera is another clear plus for selfies and video calls.

4 Android version updates and 6 years of security updates make it easier to keep this phone for several years. That matters more in this price range, where buyers expect a longer ownership cycle.

You only get a main and ultrawide setup, so zoom shots rely on cropping rather than true optical reach. Rivals with telephoto cameras do a better job with portraits and distant subjects.

UFS 3.1 storage is still fast in daily use, but some stronger rivals have moved to quicker storage. App installs, large file transfers and game loading are good rather than best-in-class.

The phone handles splashes and dust, but it does not offer the stronger water resistance that a few standout alternatives bring. For buyers who keep phones for years, that extra durability can matter.