Don’t like iPhone 13? These phones could get your heart RACING for similar price

If you don’t like the iPhone 13, there are several new phones in the market that offer a quality user experience for the same price.

Top iPhone 13 alternatives: The Samsung Galaxy S22 is among the best phones to buy for the price of an iPhone 13. (Amritanshu/HT Tech)

The iPhone 13 is a great phone but it certainly isn't for all. After all, Apple's walled ecosystem may not keep everyone happy, especially with hundreds of restrictions and ecosystem bindings. Then there's the limited features that some users may not like, considering the high prices you pay for the iPhone 13. Hence, it is obvious to look at alternatives for the same price that offer better features and most importantly, better value for money factor.

Hence, we are taking a look at some of the nicest phones you can buy for the similar price as the iPhone 13. Surprisingly, there are a couple of smartphones you candy today for the same price. You can even get a folding phone at this price, and camera oriented flagships. So, let us get going with our list.

Top iPhone 13 alternatives for same price

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 obediently stays in trouser pockets in its folded state, even while riding a motorcycle/scooter. (Amritanshu / HT Tech)

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 obediently stays in trouser pockets in its folded state, even while riding a motorcycle/scooter. (Amritanshu / HT Tech)

For as low as Rs. 81,990 on Amazon, you can get your self a folding flip phone! The Galaxy Z Flip 3 has a foldable 6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz display that folds into half when not to be used. There is an outer small display for taking a peek at notifications and alarms. The Snapdragon 888 chip inside is plenty fast and Samsung will support it for three more years with OS updates. It has also got a pair of nice cameras. The Flip 3 has sub-par battery life though and pro users should refrain from it.

iQOO 9 Pro

This is a proper Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-equipped flagship taking on the iPhone 13. (Amritanshu / HT Tech)

This is a proper Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-equipped flagship taking on the iPhone 13. (Amritanshu / HT Tech)

The iQOO 9 Pro at Rs. 64,990 is currently the most performance oriented smartphone you can buy. With a 120Hz Quad HD+ AMOLED display, an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, a 120W fast charging solution, a 50MP + 50MP + 16MP triple rear camera setup, the iQOO 9 Pro is a true powerhouse. In its BMW M Motorsport colours, it looks exciting as well. Overall, the most fun flagship for the price of an iPhone 13.

Samsung Galaxy S22

Samsung Galaxy S22 comes in a Plus variant as well with a bigger battery and display. (Priya/HT Tech)

Samsung Galaxy S22 comes in a Plus variant as well with a bigger battery and display. (Priya/HT Tech)

Starting at Rs. 72,999, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is among the most polished smartphones that can even shame the iPhone 13 in many ways. It looks hot, especially with its almost bezel-less display and it flat sides, as well as its premium glass-metal construction. The cameras are among the best on the business, and so is its AMOLED display. Samsung is promising four years of OS updates and 5 years of security support.

Xiaomi 12 Pro

Xiaomi 12 Pro comes with a 50MP triple rear camera setup.

Xiaomi 12 Pro comes with a 50MP triple rear camera setup.

Starting at Rs. 62,999, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is another feature-packed smartphone to consider. The phone comes with the very fast Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip, a 4600mAh battery with 120W fast charging and 50W wireless charging, an all 50MP triple rear camera setup, and a 6.7-inch Quad HD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. Xiaomi promises three years of Android OS updates and four years of security support.

Motorola Edge 30 Pro

Motorola Edge 30 Pro is among the most affordable Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 smartphones. (Amritanshu / HT Tech)

Motorola Edge 30 Pro is among the most affordable Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 smartphones. (Amritanshu / HT Tech)

Starting at Rs. 49,999, the Motorola Edge 30 Pro is much cheaper than the iPhone 13 but it earned a place in this list due to its great software experience. In fact, the the Edge 30 Pro offers a very Pixel 6-like experience. The phone uses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip, which makes it very fast for almost everything you throw at it. It gets a 4800mAh battery with 67W fast wired charging and support for wireless charging. The 50MP + 50MP + 2 MP rear camera setup is decent too.