August 2020 smartphone launch compilation: 12 new mobile phones from Entry-level to Flagship!

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With the month of September, we once again look back for an overview of the devices that were launched in August 2020. There weren't as many smartphones this time, but it was a month packed with some major releases. So what were the smartphones that were launched in August 2020? Check out the list below!

 

#1 realme V5

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An affordable mid-range with a large battery to last you through the day. 

  • Release date: 3 August 2020
  • Launched in: China
  • Price: From 1499 yuan (~RM915)
  • Class: Mid-range
  • Launch article

 

#2 OPPO Reno4 series

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Not the best mid-range chipset, but it comes with plenty of features and TWS earphones.

  • Release date: 3 August 2020
  • Launched in: Malaysia
  • Price: From RM1699
  • Class: Mid-range
  • Launch article

 

#3 Google Pixel 4a

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A great mid-range with vanilla Android that's never coming to Malaysia...

  • Release date: 4 August 2020
  • Launched in: United States
  • Price: US349 (~RM1475)
  • Class: Mid-range
  • Launch article

 

#4 Samsung Galaxy Note20 series

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The big launch of the month, with the Ultra model being the best choice.

  • Release date: 5 August 2020
  • Launched in: Global
  • Price: From RM3899
  • Class: Flagship
  • Launch article

 

#5 Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra

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A special edition to celebrate Xiaomi's 10th anniversary, it comes with fantastic tech specs.

  • Release date: 11 August 2020
  • Launched in: China
  • Price: From 5299 yuan (~RM3203)
  • Class: Flagship
  • Launch article

 

#6 Redmi K30 Ultra

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As one of the few phones running the new Dimensity 1000+ chipset, expect it to deliver relatively good performance for a mid-range device.

  • Release date: 11 August 2020
  • Launched in: China
  • Price: From 1999 yuan (~RM1208)
  • Class: Premium mid-range

 

#7 iQOO 5 series

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An affordable flagship that has a 50MP Samsung GN1 gimbal sensor, good stuff!

  • Release date: 17 August 2020
  • Launched in: China
  • Price: From 3998 yuan (~RM2414)
  • Class: Flagship
  • Launch article

 

#8 OnePlus Nord

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Finally, OnePlus returns to more affordable price ranges.

  • Release date: 18 August 2020
  • Launched in: Malaysia
  • Price: From RM1799
  • Class: Mid-range
  • Launch article

 

#9 realme C12

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Decent entry-level model, but nothing spectacular by any means.

  • Release date: 25 August 2020
  • Launched in: Malaysia
  • Price: RM529
  • Class: Entry-level
  • Launch article

 

#10 Gionee M30

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If battery life is your number one criterion, then you'll definitely love the 10000mAh on this bad boy.

  • Release date: 26 August 2020
  • Launched in: China
  • Price: 1399 yuan (~RM844)
  • Class: Mid-range
  • Launch article

 

#11 Sony Xperia 8 Lite

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You can expect the Sony cameras on this phone to be good, but we're not sure if it'll launch here.

  • Release date: 26 August 2020
  • Launched in: Japan
  • Price: 29800 yen (~RM1168)
  • Class: Mid-range
  • Launch article

 

#12 ASUS ZenFone 7 series

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The flip camera is back and this time it's a triple camera setup!

  • Release date: 26 August 2020
  • Launched in: Taiwan
  • Price: NTD 21990 (~RM3123)
  • Class: Flagship
  • Launch article

It turned out to be a quieter August, but we still saw the launch of over 12 devices in August 2020. With that said, which model is your favourite for the month? Let us know down in the comments below and remember to stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest news on smartphones!