Undoubtedly one of the most popular search categories, the best phones under Rs 10,000 in India now includes some really potent processors with AI capabilities. Although Xiaomi has a significant market share in this market, Realme and Infinix are two recent smartphones from new brands that compete fiercely to offer the best value for money Android smartphones under Rs 10,000. However, Samsung is also making a strong push in this price range with its M series. It's interesting to note that the most recent smartphones under Rs 10,000 also feature dual cameras, 4G VoLTE support, a bezel-free display, a fingerprint sensor, and a 4000mAh battery. Fortunately, the best smartphones under Rs 10,000 also have excellent optics. If that worries you, you won't find a removable battery in this category any longer, unlike the lower price ranges. Here is our compiled list of the top 10 smartphones in India under Rs 10,000 to assist you in choosing the best phone for you.
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· Xiaomi Redmi 9 Prime
Rs.11,999
Expert opinion: The Redmi 9 Prime entered the market at a time when it was disrupted by price increases brought on by changes in India's GST rates. With the Redmi 9 Prime, which has a price below Rs 10,000, you get a quad camera setup, a really good processor, good battery life, and even support for fast charging. The aggressive push from Samsung and Realme in 2017 caused Xiaomi to lose some of its allure, but the Redmi 9 Prime restored it to the top of the pack for this price range.
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Performance |
Display |
Camera |
Battery |
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Octa core |
6.53 inches (16.59 cm) |
13 + 8 + 5 + 2 MP |
5020 mAh |
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MediaTek Helio G80 |
395 PPI, IPS LCD |
LED Flash |
Fast Charging |
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4 GB RAM |
60 Hz Refresh Rate |
8 MP Front Camera |
USB Type-C Port |
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Wi-Fi Calling |
Memory |
5G |
Finger Print |
SIM |
|
Sensor |
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Yes |
64GB+512GB |
NO |
YES |
DUAL |
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Expendable |
Nano+Nano |
· POCO C55
Rs.7,881
Expert opinion: The POCO C55, which costs Rs 9,499, is a top pick for smartphones under Rs 10,000, according to experts. A MediaTek Helio G85 SoC, 4GB or 6GB of RAM, and 64GB or 128GB of internal storage are included. Additionally, the smartphone has a 50MP primary camera for taking pictures, and its front is dominated by a 6.71-inch panel with HD+ resolution. Last but not least, a normal 5,000mAh cell that can be charged at 10W is available to meet the battery needs.
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Performance |
Display |
Camera |
Battery |
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Octa core (2 GHz, Dual Core + 1.8 GHz, Hexa Core) |
6.71 inches (17.04 cm) |
50 MP + 2 MP Dual Primary Cameras |
5000 mAh |
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MediaTek Helio G85 |
268 PPI, IPS LCD |
LED Flash |
Micro-USB Port |
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4 GB RAM |
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5 MP Front Camera |
Non-Removable |
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Wi-Fi Calling |
Memory |
5G |
Finger Print |
SIM |
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Sensor |
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Yes |
64GB+512GB |
NO |
YES |
DUAL |
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Expendable |
Nano+Nano |
· realme C55
Rs.10,999
Expert opinion: The Realme C55 has a stylish appearance and a respectable MediaTek G88 CPU that is capable of supporting typical smartphone usage. For the price, its 6.72-inch FHD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate is outstanding, and the camera's outside performance is really good. The phone also has a 33W rapid charging system, a 5,000mAh battery, and a mini-capsule feature.
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Performance |
Display |
Camera |
Battery |
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Octa core (2 GHz, Dual Core + 1.8 GHz, Hexa Core) |
6.72 inches (17.07 cm) |
64 MP + 2 MP Dual Primary Cameras |
5000 mAh |
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MediaTek Helio G88 |
392 PPI, IPS LCD |
LED Flash |
Super VOOC Charging |
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4 GB RAM |
90 Hz Refresh Rate |
8 MP Front Camera |
USB Type-C Port |
