Why Chinese Smartphone Thrive in India: Key Factors Explained
Chinese smartphone manufacturers have strengthened their position in India. This is according to the latest IDC Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker (February 2025 Release). The data reveals that Vivo has surged ahead to capture a leading 15.8% share of the Indian smartphone market, followed closely by South Korea’s Samsung at 13.2%. Other prominent Chinese brands—Oppo (12.9%), Xiaomi (12.2%), and Realme (11.0%)—round out the top five, further underscoring China’s formidable presence in the world’s second-largest smartphone market. Interestingly, Apple stands at 8.2%, reflecting the growing appetite among Indian consumers for premium devices. However, cost-effective, feature-rich Chinese phones continue to dominate overall shipments.…
