The ultra-budget category under 5,000 rupees has some great smartphones available currently with big shots from Xiaomi, Asus and Nokia. The smartphones come with good processors on a budget with 4G support and all other needed functionalities.
Redmi Go remains a top-seller in the segment running on the toned-down Android Go edition.
The ultra-budget smartphones come with decent cameras with considerable battery backup running on the new Android versions. The processors do a good job in terms of entry-level multitasking and multi-app performance.
Here’s our list of the top 4G smartphones under Rs 5,000.
Contents
Xiaomi Redmi Go
Starting with the new launched Redmi Go, it’s currently the most affordable phone from Xiaomi. Running on Android Go, the device comes with a 5-inch IPS LCD HD display in 16:9 aspect ratio. It has the stock Android platform, customised with Go Edition apps from Google.
Redmi Go currently runs on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system, powered by quad-core Snapdragon 425 processor paired with 1GB of RAM and 8GB storage and Adreno 308 GPU.
At the back, Redmi Go features a 8MP camera with a 5MP sensor upfront supporting all the sensors with the option to expand the memory upto 128GB. The system is backed by a 3,000mAh battery. Android Go makes sure you have the apps launch faster and run smoother on the platform with an enriching experience on a budget.
Infinix Smart 2
Infinix has been doing good recently in the Indian smartphone market in the budget category. The Infinix Smart 2 comes with a 5.45-inch HD+ widescreen display in an 18:9 aspect ratio. The smartphone runs on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system, powered by quad-core MediaTek MT6739 processor paired with 2 GB of RAM.
At the back, Infinix Smart 2 features a 13MP main camera and a 8MP front camera.
There’s 16GB onboard storage, which can be further expanded upto 128GB. It’s backed by a 3,050 mAh. The 13MP and 8MP rear and front cameras both come with LED flash with a very compact supporting different shooting modes with software-based bokeh effects with front camera and more.
Asus Zenfone Lite L1
The ultra-budget flagship from Asus, the Zenfone Lite L1 features a 5.45-inch HD display running on Android 8.0 Oreo operating system, powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 430 processor paired with 2 GB of RAM. The system is backed by a 3,000mAh battery. At the back, Zenfone Lite L1 comes with a 13MP main rear camera.
Up front, the smartphone features a 5MP rear camera with all the required sensors on board.
The smartphone comes with 16GB of internal storage, expandable upto 256 GB. Asus Zenfone Lite L1 packs in a punch on a budget with some features in the bucket. The performance’s above average, the camera is good and the battery backup is decent.
iVooMi Me3
As claimed to be the strongest smartphone on a budget, the iVOOMi Me3 features an “unbreakable” display as claimed by the company. iVOOMi Me3 is powered by a quad-core MediaTek MT6737 processor coupled with 2GB of RAM. The claimed “unbreakable” HD display is sized at 5.2-inches in standard 16:9 ratio, backed by 3,000mAh battery with 4G VoLTE support.
iVOOMi Me3 runs on dated Android 7.0 Nougat operating system.
At the back and front, the smartphone features a 8MP camera with support for LED flash. With all the requisite sensors on board, iVOOMi Me3 has 16GB of internal storage expandable upto 128GB. With a good display and above average internal features, it does make a good option at under 5,000 rupees with 4G VoLTE support.
Nokia 1
The first Android Go smartphone from Nokia comes with a 4.5-inch FWVGA display running on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system, powered by quad core MediaTek MT6737M processor paired with 1GB of RAM. The system is backed by a 2,150 mAh with a 5MP rear camera and 2MP front camera.
It had all the required sensors onboard with a Mali-T720 MP2 GPU taking care of the graphics.
Nokia 1 comes with 8GB of internal storage expandable upto 128GB. The Android Go stock Android experience makes it a solid option at under 5,000 rupees. With the Nokia brand backing it, the smartphone guarantees quality with smooth user experience, thanks to the lightweight Android OS.
XOLO Era 4X
The latest smartphone XOLO Era 4X runs Android Oreo (Go Edition) software and packing a 5.45-inch HD+ 18:9 widescreen display on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system. The smartphone is powered by quad-core MediaTek MT6739 paired with 1GB of RAM, backed by a 3,000 mAh.
At the back, XOLO Era 4X features a 8MP and a 5MP front camera, both supported by LED flashes.
It has all the required sensors on board with 16GB internal storage, expandable upto 64GB. XOLO Era 4X with the Android Go software and dependable MediaTek processor makes it a compelling buy in the price category making it one of the best devices under Rs 5,000 with a clean UI and strong features.
Intex Aqua Selfie
The much-popular Intex Aqua Selfie takes the next spot. The smartphone features a 5.5-inch HD 16:9 IPS display running on Android 7.0 operating system, powered by a quad-core Spreadtrum SC9832A processor paired with 2 GB of RAM. The system is backed by a 3,000 mAh.
At the back, Intex Aqua Selfie features a 8MP camera and a 5MP front camera with LED flash support with 16GB internal memory expandable upto 64GB.
The selfie camera remains the biggest attraction for the Intex smartphone. With a top LED supported front camera, the smartphone does a good job with the camera, both front and back. Intex Aqua Selfie supports 4G VoLTE with two SIMs.
Yu Yunique 2
The Yu Yunique 2 from Micromax features a 5-inch HD 16:9 display running on dated Android 7.0 Nougat operating system, powered by a quad-core MT6737 processor paired with 2GB of RAM with a 2,500 mAh battery backing the system.
At the back, Yu Yunique 2 features a 13MP rear camera and a 5MP camera upfront.
With the all sensors onboard, Yu Yunique 2 offers 16GB of internal storage expandable upto 64GB. Yu Yunique 2 offers some solid camera performance on a budget. The device can take some great shots in good lighting with proper details.
Comments are closed, but trackbacks and pingbacks are open.