These Snapdragon-powered Phones Can be The Perfect Upgrade This Festive Season

There is no better time than the festive season to buy a new smartphone. After all, you need a fantastic phone to capture group photos in any light, multitask like a pro, and enjoy games with family and friends. When it comes to power, speed, and reliability, Snapdragon mobile platforms continue to lead the way with their efficient performance and AI-driven capabilities. So this festive season, upgrade to a Snapdragon-powered phone that will not only let you take care of multiple tasks at once, but will also act as a reliable companion that stays with you all day. Here’s a look at some of the best options right now. 1. OnePlus 13s Launched in June this year, the OnePlus 13s features the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset that promises exceptional performance.

Its faster Hexagon NPU and Adreno GPU make gaming and multitasking more immersive, with 40% better graphics and 45% faster overall speed compared to the previous generation. In terms of display, the phone comes with a 6.32-inch ProXDR Display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 460 PPI. It has a dual 50 MP camera setup at the back and a 32-megapixel front camera to handle selfies and video calls. Powering all of this is a 5850 mAh battery with 80W SUPERVOOC fast charge. Available in three colours, the OnePlus 13s is currently priced around Rs 54,998 on Amazon.57,999. However, with the upcoming festive season sales on Amazon and Flipkart, keep an eye out for special deals that could make it even more tempting.2. Vivo V60Launched in August, the Vivo V60, is another solid option combining style with performance. A Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset powers the phone and comes with a 30% stronger GPU, and 26% boost in gaming efficiency when compared to the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor powering the Vivo V50.With its advanced architecture, the chipset also ensures efficient power consumption, contributing to the phone's long battery life. The Vivo V60 runs on a 6,500 mAh battery and supports 90 W flash charging.In the front, the phone comes with a sharp 6.77-inch quad curved amoled display with 120 Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness up to 5,000 nits. At the back, there is a triple camera setup headlined by a 50MP Zeiss-enabled primary camera with OIS, a 50 MP ZEISS super telephoto camera and an 8MP ZEISS ultra wide-angle lens. This is paired with a 50 MP front camera for those golden hour selfies and family video calls. The Vivo V60 is available on Flipkart for Rs 36,999 41,999, but with Flipkart’s Big Billion Days and Amazon’s Great Indian Festival around the corner, this price could come down even more.3. Moto G96Running on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor, the Motorola Moto G96 5G is a solid pick if you are looking for a phone around Rs 15,000. Built on a 4nm process, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset ensures smooth multitasking, faster app launches, and better gaming stability. Equipped with an 8GB RAM (expandable up to 24GB via RAM Boost), the phone offers a responsive and fluid experience for daily use.In the front, the Moto G96 5G comes equipped with a curved pOLED screen with a 144Hz refresh rate and peak 1600 nits brightness. In terms of cameras, the phone comes with a 50MP main sensor with OIS paired with an 8MP ultra-wide lens at the back. This is completed with a 32MP front camera for selfies and video calls. Powering all of this is a 5,500mAh battery with 33W TurboPower charging ensuring that you don’t have to reach for a charger every now and then. The Moto G96 5G currently has a starting price of Rs 18,488 on Amazon and festive-season deals will make it even more affordable.4. iQOO Neo 10The iQOO Neo 10, powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset deserves a special mention. Built on advanced 4nm technology, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor delivers up to 31% faster performance compared to its predecessors. Then there is the Adreno GPU with sliced architecture for incredible efficiency during long game sessions.In the front, the phone comes with a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and 5,500 nits of local peak brightness, leading to vibrant visuals. This is paired with an impressive 7,000mAh battery with 120W FlashCharge support, offering rapid charging capabilities. In terms of camera, there is a 50MP main camera and an 8MP Ultra Wide-Angle lens at the back and a 32MP shooter in the front. The phone is being offered at a starting price of Rs 31,850 on Flipkart.Rs 38,999. However, mark your calendars for festive sales on Amazon and Flipkart as the phone could get various tempting offers.5. Poco F7The POCO F7, powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor, is another option offering great performance under a budget. It comes with a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate leading to a smooth gaming and multitasking experience. To handle photography, there is a 50 MP main camera with OIS and a 8 MP ultra-wide lens at the back paired with a 20 MP front camera for selfies and video calls. The phone is powered by a large battery that keeps you going all day. The POCO F7 is currently priced at Rs 31,999 on Flipkart, but wait for festive-season sales for better deals. Each of these Snapdragon-powered phones bring their own strengths and together they offer a compelling range of options this festive season. Be it OnePlus 13’s high-speed performance, Vivo V60’s versatile Zeiss-enabled cameras, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra’s powerhouse internals, Nothing Phone 3’s AI-enhanced capabilities, or the iQOO Neo 10’s rapid charging, there is a device to suit every need. With efficient chipsets, vibrant displays, capable cameras, and long-lasting batteries, these phones are perfect for multitasking, gaming, photography, and everyday use.