Ganesh Chaturthi phone deals: 5 options from Rs 25,999 to Rs 2,34,999

With Ganesh Chaturthi here, many people like to buy something new for the home, and a new smartphone is a popular choice. For those planning to buy a phone this time, five options for 2026 have emerged, priced from Rs 25,999 to Rs 2,34,999. All these phones are also available on Bajaj Finance EMIs starting at just Rs 830 a month.

The most expensive option is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, priced from Rs 1,74,999 and going up to Rs 2,34,999 for the top model. It is considered the best choice for those who want to make video calls on a large screen or multitask. It has a 7.6-inch inner screen and a 5.5-inch outer screen, both AMOLED and 120Hz. It runs on a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, has 16GB RAM, two 50MP cameras and a 4800mAh battery.

For photography enthusiasts, there is the Google Pixel 11, priced from Rs 89,999. It has a 6.3-inch OLED screen, a 120Hz refresh rate, Google's own Tensor G6 chipset and Gemini AI features. The main camera is 48MP, with telephoto and ultrawide lenses. The battery is 4985mAh with 30W fast charging.

Vivo's S series is back, with the Vivo S2 priced between Rs 39,999 and Rs 44,999. It is suited to those who want a good-looking phone with a large battery. It has a 6.83-inch curved AMOLED screen, a MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo processor and 8GB RAM. It has a 50MP plus 2MP rear camera and a 32MP front camera. The battery is 7,050mAh with 44W charging support.

For those who want to use their phone all day without frequent charging, there is the Redmi Note 17 5G, starting at Rs 27,999. It has a large battery so users need not worry about constant charging during the festive days. It has a 6.99-inch large AMOLED screen, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 processor, a 50MP camera and, most notably, an 8,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging.

For first-time buyers on a limited budget or those looking for a gift, the Realme 16X is a cheap and good option, starting at just Rs 25,999. It has a large 6.8-inch screen with a 144Hz refresh rate. It runs on a Dimensity 6300 processor, with a 50MP rear camera and 8MP front camera. The battery is 7,000mAh with 45W charging.

Buyers have been advised to consider battery, camera and budget when choosing a phone for Ganesh Chaturthi. For those who will be out at pandals all day, a large battery is important, and on that count the Redmi Note 17 has an 8000mAh battery and the Vivo S2 has a 7050mAh battery. For good festive photos, the Pixel 11 and Fold8 cameras are said to be the best. On budget, the Realme 16X and Redmi Note 17 are good options under Rs 30,000, the Vivo S2 is suitable around Rs 40,000, and those with a larger budget can consider the Pixel and Fold8.

For buying a phone in instalments, Bajaj Finance is offering zero down payment this Ganpati, with EMIs starting at just Rs 830. Customers can choose EMI tenures ranging from 3 months to 60 months. This requires visiting the nearest Bajaj store, selecting the phone of choice, and entering a mobile number and OTP, after which eligibility for the EMI will be confirmed. Once the EMI is chosen, the phone can be taken home the same day.