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The Pakistani smartphone industry is growing quickly thanks to popular apps like TikTok and Pubg, which makes room for other emerging companies like Infinix and Vivo that saturate the market and compete with premium brands like iPhone and Samsung.

Here is a list of the top smartphones for 2022.

1. Vivo V23

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Rs: 100,000

Vivo just unveiled the powerful Vivo V23 in Pakistan. It is constructed using Funtouch OS 12, which is based on Android 12. It comes in the hues Sunshine Gold and Stardust Black. The dual SIM, dual standby V23 phone is compatible with 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G network bands. It sports a MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G Chipset and an Octa Core Processor. It sports a 90Hz screen refresh rate and 6.4-inch AMOLED capacitive touchscreen display with Schott Xensation Up protection.

2. Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max

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Rs : 530,000

With its remarkable capabilities, Apple’s new iPhone 14 Pro Max has generated a surge of enthusiasm among consumers. It comes in Space Black, Silver, Gold, and Deep Purple hues and was built using iOS 16. With compatibility for 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G network bands, it is a dual SIM phone. This phone contains an Apple A16 Bionic Chipset and a Hexa Core Processor. It sports a 6.7-inch LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED touchscreen display with scratch- and oil-repellent glass.

3. Oppo F21 Pro 5G

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Rs: 84,000

Due to its outstanding 6.43 inch AMOLED screen with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and Schott Xensation glass protection, the Oppo F21 Pro 5G is one of the top smartphones of 2022. For slick and effective performance, it also includes a quick CPU, an Adreno 619 GPU, 128 GB of internal memory, and 8 GB of RAM. Long usage is guaranteed without the need for regular charging thanks to the powerful 4500 mAh battery.

4. Vivo Y21

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Rs: 40,000

In Pakistan, Vivo debuted the new Vivo Y21. This phone is built with Funtouch 11.1 and runs the Android 11 operating system. The phone will use a Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 chipset and an Octa Core processor. The phone is compatible with the 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. It is a dual-SIM phone that supports dual standby. Midnight Blue and Diamond Glow are the two colour options for the phone.

5. Vivo V23e

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Rs: 70,000

Vivo will soon release the powerful new Vivo V23e 256GB in Pakistan. It includes both FunTouch OS 12 and Android 11 OS. It comes in the shades Sunshine Coast and Moonlight Shadow. Hybrid Dual SIM and Dual Standby phone, model number V23e 256GB, supports 2G, 3G, and 4G bands. It has a MediaTek Helio G96 Chipset and an Octa Core Processor. 6.44 inches of AMOLED capacitive touchscreen real estate are available.

6. Realme c35

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Rs: 47,000

The brand-new Realme C35 has gone on sale in Pakistan. The release date of this phone is May 17, 2022. The phone was constructed with Realme UI 2.0, an Android 11 OS-based user interface. This phone has a Unisoc Tiger T616 chipset and an Octa Core processor. The phone is compatible with the 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. It has dual standby and dual SIM functionality. Glowing Green and Glowing Black are the two color options for the phone.

7. Infinix Note 12

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Rs: 41,000

The Infinix Note 12 has been unveiled by Infinix in Pakistan. The release date of this phone is May 17, 2022. The phone is built with XOS 10.6, an Android 11-based operating system. It is equipped with a MediaTek Helio G88 chipset and an Octa Core processor. The phone has dual standby and dual SIM capabilities. The 2G, 3G, and 4G network bands are supported. The hues of this phone are Sunset Golden, Force Black, and Jewel Blue.

8. Infinix Hot 12

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Rs: 36,000

In Pakistan, Infinix has debuted its newest smartphone, the Infinix Hot 12. The release date of this phone is April 30, 2022. The phone is built with XOS 10.6, an Android 12 OS-based operating system. It is equipped with a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset and an Octa Core processor. The phone has dual standby and dual SIM capabilities. The 2G, 3G, and 4G network bands are supported. There are four color options for this phone: Racing Black, Legend White, Origin Blue, and Lucky Green.

9. Samsung A32

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Rs: 58,000

Samsung has introduced the powerful new Galaxy A32 in Pakistan, and the features are sure to impress customers. It was constructed using one UI 3.0 and Android 11 OS. Awesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Blue, and Awesome Violet are the colour options for the Galaxy A32. It is a dual SIM phone that is compatible with the 2G, 3G, and 4G bands. The powerful MediaTek Helio G80 chipset in the Galaxy A32 features an Octa Core processor. It features a 6.4-inch, Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection and a sizable display.

10. Infinix Zero X Pro

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Rs: 24,000

Oppo has launched its new Oppo A16 in Pakistan with great features and amazing specifications. It is packed with ColorOS 11.1 based on Android 11 OS and is available in Pearl Blue, Space Silver and Crystal Black colors. A16 is a dual SIM and dual standby smartphone which supports 2G, 3G and 4G network bands. It has Octa Core Processor with MediaTek Helio G35 Chipset.  It has 6.52 Inches IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen Display with a screen refresh rate of 60Hz.

The high surge of PTA taxes along with the taxes on imports have made it very difficult to find an affordable smartphone with striking features and long-lasting quality However the above-mentioned have been proven to give their value for money.