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Dollar Rate Dip: How Much Can Mobile Phone Prices Decrease?

Dollar Rate Dip: How Much Can Mobile Phone Prices Decrease?

We all have witnessed how mobile phone prices in Pakistan have skyrocketed. The primary culprit behind this surge is the increase in the dollar rate over the past year. But here’s some good news. The recent decrease in the dollar rate might lead to a much-needed decrease in mobile phone prices. Amazed right? Let’s see how much the mobile phone prices will come down after the decrease in dollar rate.

We have included some of the most popular mobile phone models (both new and used). Here, we will explore the potential reduction in the prices as per the current dollar rate ($1=276 Interbank) and also the expected prices if the dollar falls to Rs.250.

We have gathered some of the most popular mobile phone models (both new and used). We will explore the potential price reductions based on the current dollar rate ($1=276 Interbank: 4-July-23), as well as what we can expect if the dollar falls to Rs.250.

Let’s start with the expected price decrease of the new mobile phones in Pakistan.

Expected New Mobile Phones Prices

Here are the expected prices of the popular new mobile phones after the strengthening of Pakistani Rupee.

At Current Rate

NameCurrent Price (Rs.)Expected Price (Rs.)Expected Difference (Rs.)
iPhone 14 Pro Max (128GB/6GB)510,000492,000-18,000
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (256GB/12GB)425,000410,000-15,000
Vivo V27e (256GB/8GB)120,000116,000-4,000
Infinix ZERO 20 (256GB/8GB)80,00077,000-3,000
Oppo A96 (128GB/8GB)78,00075,000-3,000
Galaxy A14 (128GB/4GB)63,00060,500-2,500
Oppo A57 (64GB/4GB)55,00053,000-2,000
Tecno Spark 10C (128GB/4GB)31,00030,000-1,000

If the Dollar Rate Falls to 250 Rupees

NameCurrent Price (Rs.)Expected Price (Rs.)Expected Difference (Rs.)
iPhone 14 Pro Max (128GB/6GB)510,000445,000-65,000
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (256GB/12GB)425,000372,000-53,000
Vivo V27e (256GB/8GB)120,000105,000-15,000
Infinix ZERO 20 (256GB/8GB)80,00070,000-10,000
Oppo A96 (128GB/8GB)78,00068,000-10,000
Galaxy A14 (128GB/4GB)63,00055,000-8,000
Oppo A57 (64GB/4GB)55,00048,000-7,000
Tecno Spark 10C (128GB/4GB)31,00027,000-4,000

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Expected Used Mobile Phones Prices

These are the expected price ranges of the popular used mobile phones after the strengthening of Pakistani Rupee.

At Current Rate

NameCurrent Price Range (Rs.)Expected Price Range (Rs.)
iPhone 11 (64GB/4GB)75000 to 8500072,000 to 82,000
OnePlus 8 (128GB/8GB)75000 to 8500072,000 to 82,000
iPhone x (64GB/3GB)55000 to 6500053,000 to 62,500
Samsung S10 (128GB/8GB)45000 to 5500044,000 to 53,000
Vivo S1 (128GB/4GB)28000 to 3300027,000 to 32,000
Vivo Y20 (128GB/4GB)20000 to 2500019,000 to 24,000

If the Dollar Rate Falls to 250 Rupees

NameCurrent Price Range (Rs.)Expected Price Range (Rs.)
iPhone 11 (64GB/4GB)75000 to 8500065,500 to 74,000
OnePlus 8 (128GB/8GB)75000 to 8500065,500 to 74,000
iPhone x (64GB/3GB)55000 to 6500048,000 to 57,000
Samsung S10 (128GB/8GB)45000 to 5500039,500 to 48,000
Vivo S1 (128GB/4GB)28000 to 3300024,500 to 29,000
Vivo Y20 (128GB/4GB)20000 to 2500017,500 to 22,000

The current prices mentioned here are taken as average and can vary depending on various factors. The expected prices mentioned here are just estimates based on the interbank Dollar to PKR rate as of July-4-2023. Also, the dollar rate may increase instead of falling to Rs.250 as accurate prediction in this fluctuating economic situation is near to impossible.

Conclusion

The decrease in the dollar rate brings hope for lower mobile phone prices in Pakistan. It is a positive development that could provide relief from inflated prices due to which many people were buying used phones instead of new ones. Fingers crossed for more affordable options in the near future!

Would you buy a new mobile phone after the prices drop or go for a better used mobile? Tell us in the comment section below.

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