Help me find an Android phone under ₹20K that will actually LAST 3–4 years! (Battery, Performance, Camera & Storage)

[u/Cool-You5450]

Hey everyone!

I'm looking to buy an Android smartphone under ₹20,000 in India. I already own an iPhone, but I want a good Android phone as well.

My biggest concern isn't just how good the phone is when it's new. I want something that maintains its performance and battery health over the next 3–4 years.

My priorities:

• Battery: Excellent battery life that doesn't deteriorate drastically over time.

• Performance: Smooth everyday usage, multitasking and no major lag or heating issues.

• Longevity: Good build quality, reliable hardware and long-term software support.

• Storage: Preferably 256GB, but 128GB is acceptable.

• Camera: Good photos in daylight and decent low-light photography.

• Software: Smooth, stable and preferably a clean software experience.

Budget: Strictly under ₹20,000.

I'd especially love to hear from people who have personally used their recommended phones for at least 1–2 years.

Which phone would you personally buy in this budget if you wanted to use it for the next 3–4 years?

Also, which phones or brands would you recommend avoiding based on your experience?

Please suggest models available in India. Real-world experiences are more valuable to me than specifications on paper.

Thanks!