The AnTuTu benchmark creators released a fresh list highlighting the most powerful yet affordable Android smartphones available in April. The ranking spotlights value without sacrificing performance, giving buyers a practical look at what the market offers at a reasonable price point.
At the very top stands the OnePlus Ace 3V, powered by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chipset. It achieves an average AnTuTu score around 1.44 million, a figure that places it ahead of many peers in the category of cost-efficient flagships. By contrast, the true heavyweight in Android gaming remains the Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro, which records an impressive 2.12 million points in the same benchmark, underscoring the gap between high-end gaming devices and more affordable powerhouses. In close pursuit, the Realme GT Neo6 SE posts roughly 1.42 million with a nearly identical silicon configuration, while the Redmi K70E logs about 1.37 million, thanks to the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra chip that balances power and efficiency well for daily and multitasking workloads.
The mid-pack continues with the Realme GT Neo5 SE and the Redmi Note 12 Turbo, each hovering around 1.14 million and 1.13 million, respectively, both driven by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor. These machines demonstrate how the newer midrange platforms can still deliver premium-feeling performance for gaming, apps, and streaming, all without pushing the price tag into premium territory. Consumers who want strong frame rates and smooth operation in a budget-conscious package will find these models particularly compelling for everyday use and long-term reliability.
From the sixth through the ninth positions, devices powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 chip take the stage. The Oppo Reno 11 leads this subset with about 994 thousand, followed by the iQOO Neo7 SE and the iQOO Z8, both around 968 thousand, and the Redmi Note 12T Pro at roughly 885 thousand. An enhanced variant, the Dimensity 8200 Ultra, underscores how slight increases in tuned performance can translate into noticeably crisper app launches and more responsive multitasking for those who demand a little extra from their midrange devices.
Rounding out the April list is the OnePlus Ace, which relies on the older Dimensity 8100 Max chip and records an average of about 881 thousand points in AnTuTu. While it may not lead the chart, it remains a strong option for buyers who place a premium on a balanced mix of performance, battery life, and value in a single package. Altogether, the April rankings illustrate how competition among midrange and upper midrange smartphones continues to drive rapid improvements in CPU efficiency, GPU capability, and overall system responsiveness across brands.
Aside from performance metrics, the report reflects broader trends in the market, including the growing importance of cooling efficiency, sustained performance under load, and the practical impact of chip choices on everyday tasks such as gaming, multitasking, and multimedia consumption. The upshot is clear: shoppers in Russia, and fans of budget-friendly high performers elsewhere, can expect phones that deliver solid speed and endurance without the steep price of the top-tier flagships, making thoughtful selection crucial for a satisfying mobile experience.