Smartphones have gotten powerful enough to cater to almost everyone’s needs across the spectrum, but often all you need is a phone that can run basic apps and connect you to the internet. In such cases, a basic entry-level smartphone might suffice.
Most phones in this price range offer good battery life, build and performance, thanks to advancements in technologies used in phones. While there haven’t been many entry-level smartphone launches recently, you can still get a good phone that is light on your pocket.
To help you out, we have compiled a list of the best entry-level smartphones under Rs 10,000, if you're on a tight budget.
How we do our research
Our ranking criteria
We consider each smartphone’s features, including specifications, budget, display out, screen size, ergonomics, battery life, storage space, and camera quality.
Things to look for while buying
Display size
If you often stream videos, edit photos or videos or download and view movies, then a smartphone display ranging from 5.5-inch to 6-inch, full-HD should be good enough for you when buying entry-level smartphones.
Build quality
Usually, the handsets are made of metal and plastic. There are even some phones that have glass-coated panels, but those are very limited. If you are one of those prone to dropping your smartphone, it's advisable to go for a metal or a plastic built handset.
Battery
The battery usage differs from user to user depending on how they use the smartphones. If you are a heavy user and, play games, stream videos and more then go for a smartphone with at least a 3500mAh battery or above. If you are an average or light user, a handset with a 3000mAh battery would be good enough for a day. Today, there are also entry-level headsets available with 4000 to 5000 mAh battery power.
This Redmi 9A smartphone features a size of 6.53-inch with an HD+ display of a 20:9 aspect ratio. The phone is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery and 10-watt charging support. It comes with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage. The phone is powered by a MediaTek Helio G25 Octa-core processor and comes with a 5MP front camera. The phone offers an AI face unlock feature.
Another smartphone option that you should consider is this Realme Narzo 50i. The phone comes with 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM and offers an expandable space of up to 256GB. It features a 6.5-inch HD+ display and is powered by an octa-core processor. For better picture quality, the phone is designed with a high-resolution 8MP AI rear camera and a 5MP front camera. The phone runs on a 5000 mAh battery that supports up to 43 days on standby. The sleek design of the phone makes it convenient to use and carry.
This Lava X2 smartphone comes with a big 6.5 inch HD+ IPS notch display to enhance your viewing and using experience. To keep the phone safe, it features a double security system- face lock and fingerprint sensor. Equipped with a 5000mAh battery, the phone has a long-lasting performance. Also, it is powered by a MediaTek Helio A25 octa-core processor. This phone might be a great option to click pictures as it features a 8MP AI dual back camera and a 5MP front camera. The phone has a wide stripe design to give a stylish look.
The OPPO A15s smartphone comes with a sleek and smart design to ensure comfortable handling. It features a 6.52-inch display that provides protection to the eyes. The phone is equipped with an AI triple rear camera and a 8MP front AI beautification camera for good picture quality. To provide sufficient storage space, it comes with 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM. The phone is powered by a 2.3GHz Mediatek Helio P35 octa-core processor and GPU IMG GE8320 to offer seamless operation. The rear and front cameras are designed to provide enhanced picture quality.
This smartphone from Tecno is available in three different colours- Turquoise Cyan, Deepsea Luster and Ice Blue. It features a 6.52" HD+dot notch display for an enhanced viewing experience. The phone is equipped with an 8MP portrait dual rear camera for better and clear images. It comes with a 5000mAh battery and features ultra power saving mode to provide long-time usage. For a seamless operation, the phone has a 32GB ROM and 2GB RAM. The phone has an expandable memory of 256GB to provide extra storage space.
The Oppo A31 features a 6.5-inch HD+ waterdrop notch display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. The Oppo A31 is a good option if you are looking for a budget device. It comes with a 3D Curved design that gives it a premium look. The main highlights of the device include its huge display and the 4,230mAh battery. It is powered by the MediaTek Helio P35 chipset and has a 8MP selfie camera, along with three cameras on the back. It offers good value for money and looks good in the hand, thanks to its 3D Curved design.
The Redmi 9 features a 6.53-inch HD+ LCD display and is powered by the octa core MediaTek Helio G35 chipset coupled with 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage. It features a dual camera setup at the back and a 5MP selfie camera. It features a rear mounted fingerprint sensor. It is powered by a 5,000mAh battery and supports 10W fast charging.
Pros
Cons
Good camera
Slow charging
Display
Average battery life
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