Upgrading from Redmi 9A after 6 years — best used flagship around ₹35k?
Upgrading from Redmi 9A after 6 years and need help choosing my next phone 😭
So I’ve been using a Redmi 9A (2/32) for almost 6 years now and it’s finally giving up.
Everything lags, apps crash, many apps aren’t even supported anymore, storage is always full, and the overall experience is painful now 💀
Budget is around ₹35k and I’m totally okay with buying used/second hand if it means getting a proper flagship experience.
What I want:
- Great camera
- Flagship-level performance
- Good battery life
- Smooth software experience
- Good long-term reliability
- A phone that feels “complete” overall
Phones I’m considering:
- OnePlus 12
- OPPO Find X8
- Xiaomi 14
- Xiaomi 14 Ultra
- Vivo X100
- Vivo X100 Pro
I don’t game heavily every day but I want something that stays fast for years and feels premium in daily use.
Camera matters a lot too since this will probably be my main phone for the next 4–5 years.
Right now I’m leaning towards the OnePlus 12 because it seems like the best all-rounder, but Vivo X100 Pro camera samples look insane too.
Would love real user opinions:
- Which one would you pick in 2026 around this budget?
- Which one has the best long-term experience?
- Anything I should avoid in the used market?
Also if there are any other hidden gems around ₹35k, recommend them too 👀