India, Aug. 2 -- The budget smartphone market in India isn't what it was until a few years ago. Earlier, the spotlight was almost always on one feature that was borrowed from the mid-range or upper mid-range smartphone. But now, budget smartphones are increasingly packing high screen refresh rate displays, bigger batteries, fast charging capabilities and more in more affordable devices. This trend, on one hand, has intensified the competition and on the other hand, it has overwhelmed potential buyers with too many options.

The OnePlus N6 recently entered this competitive segment as the company's first N-series smartphone in India. On paper, the OnePlus N6 checks many boxes. However, its biggest strength is its massive battery, which comf...