Best Phones under 5000 in India

The Samsung Galaxy M01 Core is an entry-level smartphone that runs Android 10 (Go edition) and is powered by a quad-core MediaTek MT6739 SoC that is mostly found in entry level phones like this one. You get 1GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage in the base model which is available for Rs 4,999. The memory can also be expanded via microSD by up to 512GB, which is pretty impressive for the phone at this cost. When it comes to battery, the Samsung Galaxy M01 Core comes with a dependable 3,000mAh battery that should get most users through a day’s usage. The phone features an 8-megapixel main camera and a 5-megapixel selfie shooter. The M01 Core is a pretty lightweight device, weighing merely 150g. It comes with a 5.3-inch display with a resolution of 720 x 1480 (HD+) and a 18.5:9 aspect ratio which should be decent for content consumption and social media. Video recording for the rear camera tops out at 1080 at 30fps. Users can choose between three colours - Black, Blue and Red. Overall, the Galaxy M01 Core is a great entry-level device that is suitable for folks who use their smartphones for basic tasks. For those who can extend their budget by Rs 1,000, the phone is also available in a 2GB RAM + 32GB internal storage variant.

The Xiaomi Redmi Go is an entry-level smartphone with basic specs and a stripped down version of Android - the Android Go OS. The phone can often be found under the 5K price point on the Mi website and other ecommerce sites. The phone sports a 5-inch display with a 16:9 aspect ratio and 720x1080 resolution, which is pretty good for the price point. The phone is also lightweight, weighing merely 137g. Powering the Redmi Go is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 SoC, which is pretty dated. The phone is certainly no gaming phone, but then again, it would be unwise to expect that at under 5K. You get a paltry 8GB of internal storage and 1GB RAM. Multitasking could be a bit of an issue with a GB of RAM but if you just use your phone for basic tasks, you should be fine since the optimised Android Go UI doesn’t demand a lot of power. There’s support to expand the storage via microSD card as well, which is good since 8GB of internal storage fills up pretty quickly. The phone has a single 8-megapixel rear sensor with autofocus. The selfie camera is a 5-megapixel one. Video recording tops out at 1080p for both lenses. Overall, it’s a decent entry-level smartphone for light users.

The Gionee F8 Neo is a budget smartphone with an octa-core SoC. Priced at just Rs 199 over 5K, the Gionee F8 Neo is a pretty good entry-level smartphone that also comes with a bunch of features that are rare at this price point including Face Unlock, Beauty Mode, and even Night Mode! The phone features a 5.45-inch HD+ display with an 18:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, there’s an octa-core Unisoc SC9863 SoC paired with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage. You can bump up the storage by 256GB via microSD card. 2GB RAM is pretty hard to come by at this price range, so the Gionee F8 Neo proves to be a pretty value for money device for providing that, and other lucrative features. The phone packs a 3,000mAh battery, which is pretty standard at this price. It also supports wired reverse charging, so you can use it as a battery pack to charge other devices. The back panel of the smartphone features a gem-cut finish. The phone comes with a single 8MP rear lens and a 5MP selfie shooter. The phone is available in three colours including Lively Blue, Bold Black and Dynamic Red.

The Lava Z1 was launched in 2021 as the first 100 percent indigenous phone designed by Indian engineers. The phone is available at Rs 5,198 on Amazon at the time of writing, but can often be found on ecommerce sites below 5K. It is an entry-level device, although Lava claims the smartphone is extremely rugged and is Military Grade-certified for toughness. The Z1 comes with a 5-inch display protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3. It has a resolution of 480 x 854, which is slightly underwhelming since we’ve seen some phones under 5K sport an HD+ display. Under the hood, there’s the MediaTek Helio A20 quad-core processor with 2GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. The phone is powered by a 3,100mAh battery. Both the back and the front have 5-megapixel cameras. Video recording tops out at 720p for both cameras. The back also features an LED flash for photographs. The device runs the Android 10 OS (Go Edition). The phone also comes equipped with a 5-magnet speaker that allegedly outputs loud audio. The Lava Z1 is available in Blue and Red colour variants. The bezels on the device are pretty thick for 2021 and even in comparison to other phones in this price range, but it is a dependable device, for the most part, and an indigeneous entry-level phone.

The I Kall K201 is an entry-level smartphone that separates itself from the competition due to its large display size. Where most other budget phones feature a display that’s 5.5-inches or smaller at this price point, the I Kall K201 features a massive 6.26-inch display, which could make it a good budget phone for content consumption. The phone is ‘Made in India’ and it comes with a 1 year warranty for the device. The phone is powered by a 1.3GHz SC9832A quad-core processor paired with 2GB RAM and 16GB internal memory with further expansion via microSD card. The phone, unfortunately, runs on the dated Android 6.0 OS. It features an 8MP primary rear lens and a 5MP selfie camera. The phone is only available in Black colour and can hold dual SIMs. The phone houses a 3,000mAh battery. Overall, it’s primary attraction is the large display size, however, do note that the OS is quite dated for 2021.

The Lava Z53 is for those who are scouring the market for an entry-level smartphone with a substantial battery life. Where most phones under 5K feature 3,000mAh or slightly higher battery, the Z53 packs a 4,120mAh battery giving it a considerable edge over others when it comes to power. Lava claims that the smartphone has a “2-day” battery life which should be satisfactory for most users. It also comes with 7.5W fast charging, which is another plus. There’s another area where the Lava Z53 also sets itself apart and that’s the display. The phone sports a 6.1-inch display with a dewdrop notch and 2.5D curved glass. This gives the smartphone a much more premium look than its value. The phone comes with an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera. It also has features such as Night Mode, Real-time Bokeh Mode, Face Unlock and filters. There’s also a dedicated Google Assistant key on the phone. The Z53 is powered by a 1.4GHz quad-core processor and runs Android 9 (Go Edition). It comes with the Star OS V5.0 lite over Android 9. There’s 1GB RAM and 16GB internal memory (expandable up to 256GB).

Itel launched the A25 Pro alongside the A48 in October 2020. The Itel A25 Pro is a budget smartphone that sports a 5-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels. The phone is powered by a 1.4GHz Unisoc 9832E quad-core processor that runs alongside 2GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. The memory can be expanded by up to 32GB via microSD card. The bezels on the phone are quite thick, making it look pretty dated, but the phone seems robust and durable. The A25 Pro also has a 5MP rear camera and 2MP front camera, which is lower than many of its competitors. On the battery front, the phone houses a 3,020mAh Lithium-ion battery. The phone runs Android 9.0 Pie (Go Edition). Overall, the phone isn’t the most impressive when it comes to specs or looks. It is a basic phone that is probably a good investment for first-time smartphone users.

If you’re looking for a phone under 5000 with good battery life, the Panasonic Eluga I7 is a good option since it is one of the few phones under 5K to feature a 4,000mAh battery. Due to this possibly, the phone is slightly heavy, weighing about 168g. The phone features a 5.45-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1440 and a tall 18:9 aspect ratio. The smartphone is powered by a 1.5GHz quad-core processor which is paired with 2GB RAM and 16GB storage. The internal storage can be expanded via microSD card. As for the cameras, the phone features a single 8-megapixel rear camera with autofocus and HDR capabilities. The front camera is also 8-megapixel, which is rare at this price. There’s a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor as well, which is another rarity in smartphones under 5K. The phone is available in three colours - Black, Gold and Blue.

The Nokia 1 is an entry-level smartphone priced at Rs 3,999 on the Nokia India website at the time of writing. The Nokia 1 was launched in March 2018 and runs on Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition). The smartphone is available in two color options including Warm Red and Dark Blue. The phone provides a host of connectivity options in terms of 3G, 4G, GPS, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth capabilities.The smartphone is powered by a 1.1 GHz Quad core Mediatek MT6737M processor. This is paired with 1 GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage can be expanded to 128 GB via a microSD card. The phone comes with a 2,150mAh battery to support it's 4.5 inch screen with IPS LCD display having a resolution of 480 x 854 at 218 ppi. On the camera front, the Nokia 1 comes with a 5-megapixel rear camera and 2-megapixel front camera. The Nokia 1 also has interchangeable back covers to suit your style.

The Micromax Bharat 2 Plus was launched alongside the Bharat 3, and Bharat 4 back in 2017 but it is still a decent option to purchase under 5K. The Micromax Bharat 2 Plus is a basic entry-level smartphone that comes with a tiny 4-inch WVGA TFT display and large bezels. The screen has a resolution of 480 x 800. The phone sports a 1,600mAh battery that offers up to 16 hours of talk time and 160 hours of standby time, as per the company. The device is pretty lightweight, weighing merely 120g, however, it is pretty thick. The phone also sports a 5MP rear camera and a 2MP selfie shooter. The primary camera can shoot HD videos. It is powered by the SC9832 processor paired with 1GB RAM and 8GB internal storage, which is expanded by up to 32GB. The Micromax Bharat 2 Plus is definitely not impressive when it comes to specs. It is a basic phone that could perhaps be good for first-time smartphone buyers.