April saw seven new smartphones arrive in the Philippines, spanning flagship‑level performance to budget‑friendly options. Brands included Samsung, vivo, Infinix, Redmi, and OnePlus. Devices featured high‑refresh AMOLED panels, latest MediaTek and Snapdragon processors, and battery capacities up to 5,000 mAh, catering to diverse preferences. The lineup introduced models with 120 Hz displays, 5G connectivity, and extended RAM options, highlighting the market’s push toward faster, more capable smartphones.
vivo V27 5G (April 5, 2023)
Samsung introduced the Galaxy A24 in the Philippines on April 28, 2023. Details on specifications and pricing were not disclosed at launch.
Infinix Hot 20i (April 9, 2023)
vivo unveiled the V27 5G on April 5, 2023, priced at PHP 24,999. It features a 6.78‑inch FHD+ AMOLED panel with 120 Hz refresh, a Dimensity 7200 processor, 12 GB RAM plus 8 GB extended, and a 4,600 mAh battery.
Redmi Note 12 (April 13, 2023)
Infinix introduced the Hot 20i on April 9, 2023, priced at PHP 4,599. It sports a 6.6‑inch HD+ IPS display, PowerVR GE8320 GPU, 4 GB RAM with 3 GB extended, 5,000 mAh battery, and a 13 MP main camera.
Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G (April 13, 2023)
Redmi launched the Note 12 on April 13, 2023, priced at PHP 8,599. It offers a 6.67‑inch FHD+ Samsung AMOLED screen with 120 Hz refresh, Snapdragon 4 Gen1 chipset, up to 8 GB RAM, 128‑256 GB UFS 2.2 storage, and a 48 MP main camera.
Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G (April 13, 2023)
Redmi debuted the Note 12 Pro 5G on April 13, 2023. Pricing and detailed specifications were not announced at launch.
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G (April 21, 2023)
Redmi introduced the Note 12 Pro+ 5G on April 13, 2023. No price or technical details were provided in the initial announcement.
Samsung Galaxy A24 (April 28, 2023)
OnePlus unveiled the Nord CE 3 Lite 5G on April 21, 2023. Launch information omitted pricing and full specifications.
The bottom line
All prices are launch SRPs and may have shifted since release. Tap each card for complete specifications. Consider your priorities before deciding. Which device caught your eye?
