The NDTV Gadgets360 Awards have made a significant return to the tech scene after a seven-year hiatus. This year’s ceremony aimed to recognize excellence across 25 distinct categories, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, Smart TVs, and wearables, generating a palpable sense of anticipation among attendees. A sincere appreciation goes out to the jury members and readers for their role in the unbiased selection of the winners. Let’s take a look at the standout products recognized in this year’s awards.
Winners of the NDTV Gadgets360 Awards: Mobile Category
The mobile awards featured ten categories recognizing smartphones ranging from budget-friendly options to premium flagship models. Here are the winners:
Best Smartphone [Under 15K] Winner: Tecno Pova 5 Pro
Topping the budget category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro was awarded Best Smartphone under ₹15,000. This device impressively combines affordability with a stylish design alongside competent hardware and software features.
Best Mid-Range Smartphone [Under 25K] Winner: Infinix Zero 30 5G
The Infinix Zero 30 5G emerged victorious as Best Mid-Range Smartphone, celebrated for its striking design and top-notch features. Highlights include a 3D curved AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 8020 chipset, a 108MP triple-camera suite, a robust 5,000mAh battery, and 68W fast charging capabilities.
Best Smartphone (Mainstream) [25K – 35K] Winner: Honor X9b 5G
The Honor X9b 5G was recognized as the Best Smartphone in the mainstream category, showcasing a rugged display and innovative Ultra-Bounce 360° Anti-Drop Resistance. Additionally, it features a 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC, a 108MP camera setup, and a remarkable 5,800mAh battery.
Best Mid-Premium Smartphone [35-50K] Winner: OnePlus 12R
The OnePlus 12R took home the title of Best Mid-Premium Smartphone, noted for its flagship features and competitive pricing that resonated with both the jury and readers.
Best Premium Smartphone [Under 1L] Winner: Vivo X100 Pro
The Vivo X100 Pro was honored as the Best Premium Smartphone under ₹1 lakh, recognized for its outstanding camera performance, exceptional design, and top-tier specifications.
Best Selfie Smartphone [No Range] Winner: Oppo Reno 11 5G
The Oppo Reno 11 5G clinched the title for Best Selfie Smartphone, offering a unique design complemented by a high-quality selfie camera that captures sharp, natural colors.
Best Gaming Smartphone [No Range] Winner: iQOO 12
In the gaming category, the iQOO 12 was lauded as the Best Gaming Smartphone, offering a high-performance experience tailored for graphic-intensive gaming at an appealing price point.
Best Camera Smartphone [No Range] Winner: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra triumphed as the Best Camera Smartphone, equipped with a powerful 108-megapixel quad-camera system and advanced optical image stabilization for superior image clarity, even in challenging lighting conditions.
Best Foldable/ Flip Smartphone Winner: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Dominating the foldable segment, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 was awarded for its innovative design and cutting-edge features, setting a benchmark in the category.
Best Smartphone [Overall] Winner: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Finally, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra earned the accolade of Best Smartphone overall, heralded by both the jury and the audience for its unparalleled array of premium features that enhance the mobile experience.
NDTV Gadgets360 Awards Winners: Tablet Category
Best Tablet [Mainstream] Winner: Xiaomi Pad 6
The Xiaomi Pad 6 was crowned the Best Tablet of the Year, impressing everyone with its premium design, vibrant display, and performance tailored for media consumption.
NDTV Gadgets360 Awards Winners: Laptop Category
Best Gaming Laptop Winner: Lenovo Legion Pro 7i
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i was recognized as the Best Gaming Laptop, showcasing the latest specifications and providing an optimized gaming experience.
Best Thin and Light Laptop Winner: MSI Prestige 16 Studio
The MSI Prestige 16 Studio was awarded Best Thin and Light Laptop, celebrated for its lightweight design, premium materials, and powerful components including the latest Intel processors.
NDTV Gadgets360 Awards Winners: Smart TVs, TWS, Smartwatch, and HiFi Categories
Best Smart TV [From 55-inch & Above] Winner: Xiaomi Smart TV X 2023 Edition 65-inch
The Xiaomi Smart TV X 2023 Edition 65-inch took home the award for Best Smart TV, lauded for its impressive features and competitive pricing.
Best TWS Winner: Sony WF-1000XM5
The Sony WF-1000XM5 garnered the award for Best True Wireless Earbuds, offering enhanced audio quality and a lightweight, customizable design.
Best Smartwatch Winner: Samsung Galaxy Watch 6
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 was recognized as the Best Smartwatch, featuring intuitive health tracking, a sleek design, and secure payment options.
Best HiFi Product of the Year Winner: Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus
The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus was awarded Best HiFi Product, known for elevating audio experiences with its superior sound quality.
NDTV Gadgets360 Awards Users’ Choice Category Winners
Here are the user-chosen winners for the NDTV Gadgets360 Awards:
Best Disruptor Smartphone Brand Winner: Poco
Poco was named the Best Disruptor Smartphone Brand, recognized for its commitment to providing high-value smartphones with competitive specifications.
Best Flagship SoC (Mobile) Winner: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 was awarded Best Flagship SoC, delivering leading performance capabilities for mobile devices.
Best Flagship Laptop Processor Winner: Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 185H
The Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 185H was acknowledged as the Best Flagship Laptop Processor, featuring advanced architecture aimed at enhancing performance and productivity.
Best Washing Machine Brand Winner: LG
LG earned the title of Best Washing Machine Brand, praised for its innovative offerings and top-notch customer service.
Best Refrigerator Brand Winner: Samsung
Samsung was recognized as the Best Refrigerator Brand, combining modern design with cutting-edge features in its product lineup.
Game of the Year: Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
Taking home the Game of the Year award, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 captivated players with its stunning graphics and engaging gameplay.
Most Innovative Kitchen Appliance Winner: Philips Airfryer Signature Series
The Philips Airfryer Signature Series was honored as the Most Innovative Kitchen Appliance, showcasing user-friendly design and impressive functionality.
Best Smart Security Solution Brand Winner: CP Plus
The title of Best Smart Security Solution Brand was awarded to CP Plus, recognized for its innovative products that enhance home security.
