Gifting Guide for 2026: Top Smartphones to  Gift Your Loved Ones

Thinking of gifting a smartphone to a loved one? We pick some of the best options  and explain how you can purchase a smartphone on Easy EMIs with Bajaj Finserv.

If you are currently thinking about buying a smartphone as a gift, you will be overwhelmed with options. You will find hundreds of models in every price bracket  – from the iPhone 17 Pro Max in the premium flagship segment to the POCO M7 Pro  in the budget segment. To help you find the ideal model, we will look at five of the  best phones across segments that make excellent gifts. Depending on your budget  and expectations, you can pick a smartphone that ticks all the boxes on your  checklist.

You might base your judgement on the smartphone’s price, but with Bajaj Finserv Easy EMIs, you can afford even premium handsets without worrying about the price tag. All you need to do is locate the nearest Bajaj Finserv partner store and shop for a new smartphone. You can split the cost into affordable EMIs, with tenures going  up to 60 months. Other benefits you can enjoy include instant approvals and zero  down payment offers on select models!

Top smartphones you can gift your loved ones

If you don’t want to wait until rumoured launches, such as the Xiaomi 17 Max or the  Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, are officially announced, you can shop for the latest models right away. Let us look at some of the best phones currently available.

1. iPhone 17 Pro Max

The iPhone 17 Pro Max comes with a 6.9-inch OLED display, Apple’s A19 Pro chip,  and an aluminium frame. These come together to help deliver smooth performance, a premium in-hand feel, and improved durability. The model also offers the most  advanced cameras yet on an iPhone, with three 48MP sensors placed at the back.  These cameras deliver professional-grade clicks in all types of situations.

RAM12GB
Storage256GB/512GB/1TB/2TB
ProcessorA19 Pro chip
Display6.9-inch Super Retina XDR display with  ProMotion technology
Rear cameras48MP Fusion main + 48MP Fusion  ultrawide + 48MP Fusion telephoto
Front camera18MP
BatteryUp to 37 hours of video playback
Operating systemiOS 26
DurabilityIP68 dust and water resistance

2. Samsung Galaxy S26

The base model from the Galaxy S26 series, the Galaxy S26 features a 6.3-inch  Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with up to 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate. This helps  keep visuals smooth while managing power efficiently. The custom Exynos 2600  chip, paired with 12GB RAM, ensures the phone delivers excellent performance,  whether you are streaming, gaming, or multitasking.

RAM12GB
Storage256GB/512GB
ProcessorExynos 2600 deca-core
Display6.3-inch Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X  display, 1-120 Hz adaptive refresh rate
Rear cameras50MP wide (main) + 12MP ultrawide +  10MP telephoto
Front camera12MP
Battery4,300 mAh
Operating systemAndroid 16
DurabilityIP68 dust and water resistance

3. Motorola Edge 70 Fusion

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion stands out as one of the best phones in the mid range segment. It sports a 6.8-inch 1.5K pOLED display with a 144 Hz refresh rate  and up to 7,000 mAh battery, which helps with smoother visuals and longer usage  between charges. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chip, which  promises uncompromising performance.

RAM8GB/12GB
Storage128GB/256GB
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
Display6.8-inch 1.5K Extreme AMOLED display,  144 Hz refresh rate, 5,200 nits peak  brightness
Rear cameras50MP main (OIS) + 13MP ultrawide  angle
Front camera32MP
Battery7,000 mAh with 68W TurboPower  charging support
Operating systemAndroid 16
DurabilityIP68/IP69 dust, water, and underwater  protection

4. realme P4 Power

The realme P4 Power is the country’s first smartphone with a 10,000 mAh battery,  paired with 80W fast charging. This ground-breaking battery ensures the device  remains operational for at least two days on a single charge! You also have two

chips, MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra and Hyper Vision+ AI chip, powering the  phone. This results in ultra-smooth performance and pro-level visual clarity.

RAM8GB/12GB LPDDR4X
Storage128GB/256GB UFS 3.1
ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra
Display6.8-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display, up  to 144 Hz refresh rate, up to 240 Hz  touch sampling rate
Rear cameras50MP wide (main) with OIS + 8MP  ultrawide
Front camera16MP
Battery10,001 mAh battery with 80W Ultra  Charge
Operating systemrealme UI 7.0
DurabilityIP66/IP68/IP69 dust and water  resistance

5. Nothing Phone (4a)

The Nothing Phone (4a) offers a mix of clean software, distinctive design, and  helpful features without carrying a premium price. It also comes with a flagship  imaging system with 70x ultra zoom capability! You can click crystal-clear photos  of faraway subjects without losing any detail.

RAM8GB/12GB LPDDR4x
Storage128GB/256GB UFS 3.1
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
Display6.78-inch Flexible AMOLED 120 Hz  display, 4,500 nits peak brightness
Rear cameras50MP (OIS + EIS) main + 50MP  periscope + 8MP ultrawide
Front camera32MP
Battery5,400 mAh with 50W fast charging
Operating systemNothing OS 4.1 based on Android 16
DurabilityIP64 water and dust resistance

Additional options:

Xiaomi 17 Max and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

If you are willing to wait for a few months, you can also gift either the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. Recently, the company launched two models from the  Xiaomi 17 series – Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra. However, rumours suggest that the Xiaomi 17 Max and/or Xiaomi 17 Pro Max could be unveiled in India sometime in  2026. Both models come with flagship features, such as a 200MP rear camera for  versatile photography and a large LTPO AMOLED display offering immersive visuals.

How to buy a new smartphone as a gift on Easy EMIs  with Bajaj Finserv

Gifting your loved one a new smartphone is thoughtful, but it can also be  expensive. However, with Bajaj Finserv Easy EMIs, you can divide the cost into  smaller monthly instalments and choose a repayment plan that fits your budget.  This helps you pick a better model without compromising due to price constraints.  To purchase a new smartphone, follow these steps:

1. Visit your nearest Bajaj Finserv partner store.

2. Browse and select the smartphone you want to gift.

3. Check your eligibility for Easy EMIs at the store.

4. Choose a repayment period between 3 and 60 months.

5. Complete the process and take the phone home.

Thanks to flexible repayment options and a wide network of partner stores, you can plan your purchase and choose a suitable smartphone without worrying about your finances.

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