Capable Android[1] smartphones are getting cheaper by the day, and the ultra budget end of the market — phones under Rs. 7,000 — is no longer flooded with compromised pieces of hardware. Features which were considered premium not too long ago like face recognition and 18:9 panels have percolated down the price ladder and are now available even in the best phones under Rs. 7,000. To help you choose your digital companion for the next couple of years. we have compiled a list of the best smartphones under Rs. 7,000.
As usual, we have restricted this list to phones that have been reviewed by Gadgets 360, and put through our usual routine of tests. If you are willing to spend a little more money, do take a look at the list of best phones under Rs. 10,000 where you will find more rounded phones with fewer compromises.
Best phones under Rs. 7,000
| Phone under Rs. 7,000 | Gadgets 360 rating |
|---|---|
| Xiaomi Redmi 6A | 7/ 10 |
| Asus ZenFone Lite L1 | 7/ 10 |
| InFocus Vision 3 | 7/ 10 |
Xiaomi Redmi 6A
At Rs. 6,599, the Xiaomi Redmi 6A[2] (Review[3]) offers great value for money. The smartphone looks sleek, offers storage expansion via a dedicated microSD card slot, and has a decent 18:9 display. Battery life is excellent and MediaTek's[4] new Helio P22 processor ensures above average performance for the price.
The cameras are mediocre though and MIUI[5], while feature loaded,...