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My phone history:

• ROG Phone 3 (broke)
• Realme 9 (semi-broken)
• Used OnePlus 8T (replaced screen once, broke again after ~2 months)

Earlier I used to prioritize performance/gaming a lot, but now my priorities have changed more towards:

• Camera quality
• Battery life
• Great display/screen quality
• Smooth everyday experience
• Long-term reliability

Good performance is still appreciated, but gaming is no longer the main focus.

My preferred budget is around ₹30–40k, but I can stretch to ₹45–50k if the upgrade is genuinely worth it long-term.

Phones I’ve currently looked at:

• Nothing Phone 3a Pro
• OnePlus 13R
• Samsung S24 (older/current discounts)
• Pixel 9a

Would love recommendations based on real long-term usage experience. Which one would you pick in 2026 for an all-round premium experience?