1 / 9In Q3 2024, Apple’s iPhone 15 topped global smartphone sales, followed closely by the iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro, according to Counterpoint Research. Samsung also held strong, securing five of the top 10 best-selling smartphone spots, while Apple claimed four and Xiaomi one. This lineup reflects a steady consumer preference for premium devices, with Apple’s Pro variants reaching a milestone as they contributed to half of iPhone sales for the first time in a third quarter. Here are the smartphones that led the global sales charts in the quarter. (Image: Shutterstock)
2 / 9iPhone 15 | The iPhone 15 features the Dynamic Island and an A16 Bionic chip. It has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with a peak brightness of 2,000 nits. It offers a 48 MP main sensor with 2x optical zoom and a 12MP ultrawide camera. The device is currently available for ₹65,999. (Image: Apple)
3 / 9iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max | Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max feature a 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display, respectively. Powered by the A17 Pro chipset, both models are available in black, blue, white, and natural titanium colour options. The iPhone 15 Pro starts at 128 GB storage, while the Pro Max starts at 256 GB. Both feature a 48 MP main sensor, a 12MP ultrawide lens and a 12 MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, with the Pro Max offering a 5x optical zoom. (Image: Apple)
4 / 9Samsung Galaxy A15 | Samsung’s Galaxy A15 features a 6.5-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a 90 Hz refresh rate, powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor. It offers up to 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage, and a 5000mAh battery. It has a triple camera setup with a 50MP main sensor, a 5MP ultrawide camera and a 2MP macro camera. Available in light blue, blue, and blue-black, the Galaxy A15 starts at ₹17,999. (Image: Samsung)
5 / 9Samsung Galaxy A14 5G | The Samsung Galaxy A14 5G features a 6.6-inch LCD display with a 90 Hz refresh rate. It comes with 4GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage. The phone has a triple-camera setup, including a 50MP primary camera, a 2MP depth sensor, a 2MP macro lens, and a 13MP front camera for selfies. With a 5,000 mAh battery, it offers long-lasting use. The Galaxy A14 5G is available in light green, black, and dark red. It is currently priced at ₹11,999 (Image: Samsung)
6 / 9Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G has a 6.6-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The phone is powered by a 5,000mAh battery. It boasts a 13MP front camera and a rear camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor, 8MP ultra-wide camera, and 5MP macro camera. Available in three colours—Awesome Iceblue, Awesome Lilac, and Awesome Navy—the Galaxy A35 5G is priced at ₹30,999. (Image: Samsung)
7 / 9iPhone 14 | The iPhone 14 features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display powered by the A15 Bionic chip. With storage options reaching up to 512GB, it caters to users needing substantial space. The device has a dual 12MP camera system, including wide and ultrawide lenses. Currently, the iPhone 14 is available for as low as ₹59,999. (Image: Apple)
8 / 9Redmi 13C 5G | The Redmi 13C 5G, priced at ₹10,499, is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ processor and comes with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage, expandable up to 1 TB. The smartphone sports a 6.74-inch HD+ display and has a 50MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera. Its robust 5,000 mAh battery ensures extended use. (Image: Xiaomi)
9 / 9Samsung Galaxy S24 | The Samsung Galaxy S24 features a 6.2-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the Exynos 2400 processor, paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. The device is equipped with a 4,000 mAh battery. For photography, it boasts a 50MP main lens, a 10MP telephoto, and a 12MP ultra-wide camera, along with a 12MP front camera. The Galaxy S24 is available in several colours, including Cobalt Violet, Amber Yellow, Onyx Black, Marble Gray, Jade Green, and Sapphire Blue. It is priced at ₹67,999. (Image: Samsung)
