Realme 12+ 5G, OnePlus Nord CE 4, and Vivo T3 Pro lead the list with exceptional battery performance.

With the growing demand for long-lasting battery life, smartphone manufacturers are equipping mid-range devices with larger batteries and faster charging solutions. Most smartphones in this segment now come with 5,000mAh or larger batteries, ensuring extended usage on a single charge.

In this report, we analyze the best battery backup smartphones under ₹25,000 in India, based on their PCMark battery test results, which simulate real-world usage to determine battery endurance.

Top Smartphones with the Best Battery Life

1. Realme 12+ 5G – The Battery Champion

The Realme 12+ 5G continues to dominate in battery performance, lasting 17 hours and 24 minutes in the PCMark test. During a 30-minute 4K YouTube streaming test, the device lost just 2% battery.

• Battery: 5,000mAh
• Charging Speed: 67W (20% to 100% in 43 minutes)
• Key Specs: 6.67-inch AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 7050, 64MP + 8MP + 2MP cameras
• Price: ₹20,999 (8GB + 128GB)

2. Realme 14 Pro – Massive 6,000mAh Battery

Equipped with a 6,000mAh battery, the Realme 14 Pro lasted 16 hours and 19 minutes in the PCMark test. It lost 3% battery while streaming a 4K video for 30 minutes.

• Battery: 6,000mAh
• Charging Speed: 45W (20% to 100% in 57 minutes)
• Key Specs: 6.67-inch AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 7300, 50MP camera
• Price: ₹24,999 (8GB + 128GB), ₹26,999 (8GB + 256GB)

3. OnePlus Nord CE 4 – Fastest Charging at 100W

The OnePlus Nord CE 4 houses a 5,500mAh battery and lasted 16 hours and 2 minutes in the PCMark test. It saw a 3% battery drop during a 30-minute 4K video playback.

• Battery: 5,500mAh
• Charging Speed: 100W (20% to 100% in 35 minutes)
• Key Specs: 6.7-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, 50MP + 8MP cameras
• Price: ₹22,999 (8GB + 128GB), ₹24,999 (8GB + 256GB)

4. Vivo T3 Pro – Balanced Performance and Battery

The Vivo T3 Pro, powered by a 5,500mAh battery, delivered 15 hours and 52 minutes of endurance in the PCMark test. It lost only 2% battery during a 30-minute 4K YouTube playback test.

• Battery: 5,500mAh
• Charging Speed: 80W (20% to 100% in 52 minutes)
• Key Specs: 6.77-inch curved AMOLED display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, 50MP + 8MP cameras
• Price: ₹22,999 (8GB + 128GB), ₹24,999 (8GB + 256GB)

5. Realme P3 Pro – The New Entrant with a 6,000mAh Battery

The Realme P3 Pro is the latest addition to the sub-₹25,000 category, featuring a 6,000mAh battery. It lasted 15 hours and 23 minutes in the PCMark test and lost 3% battery in the 4K YouTube playback test.

• Battery: 6,000mAh
• Charging Speed: 80W (20% to 100% in 39 minutes)
• Key Specs: 6.83-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, 50MP camera
• Price: ₹23,999 (8GB + 128GB), ₹24,999 (8GB + 256GB), ₹26,999 (12GB + 256GB)

Final Verdict: Which Phone Offers the Best Battery Backup?

For those looking for the longest battery life, the Realme 12+ 5G remains the top choice with over 17 hours of endurance. If battery capacity is a priority, the Realme 14 Pro and Realme P3 Pro pack 6,000mAh batteries. Meanwhile, the OnePlus Nord CE 4 is the fastest charging option with 100W support.

With these options, buyers can find a smartphone that meets both their performance and battery life expectations.