The sub-12,000 is a highly sought-after segment in the smartphone world, especially in India. The students, the first-time mobile phone owners, parents, or anyone who has a tight budget, or anyone who owns a high-end device but wants a secondary device for rough everyday use. This category caters to all.
Well then, when the variety is too much, you need someone to guide through and navigate you to the right phone,here is my top 3 choices keeping in mind the best interest for your hard-earned money.
3. Motorola Moto G45 Is One of the Top 3
Motorola Moto G45 is a hugely successful mobile phone in the Indian market. Thanks to its minimalist style and premium vegan leather back finish, this has been a hot favorite since its launch. A short glance through its specs would establish why it has regularly featured in any top 3 list of this price segment.
A 6.5-inch IPS LCD 120Hz HD display pleases your eyes upfront. A durable Gorilla Glass 3 is added for protection against any minor scratches and falls.
Moto G45 comes out of the box with Android 14. Paired with Snapdragon 6s Gen 3,, runs your day-to-day tasks smoothly. A 5000mAh battery, 18W fast charging, a 3.5mm headphone jack, FM Radio support, and a side-mounted fingerprint reader all come together to enhance your experience.
Moto G45 comes with a capable dual camera system at the rear, a 50 MP f/1.8 wide-angle main sensor, a 2 MP f/2.4 macro sensor, and a 16 MP f/2.4 selfie camera at the front to capture all your moments.
Motorola Moto G45 has to be one of the cheapest phones to provide dual-stereo speakers.
The Motorola Moto G45 comes in three stunning colours - Brilliant Blue, Brilliant Green, and Viva Magenta..
This phone deserves the third spot in the Top 3 under 12,000
The 4+128GB is available on Flipkart for 10,999, and the 8+128GB is available for 11,999.
2. Infinix Note 50x
The Infinix Note 50x is the latest addition to their already successful Note series and adds up as one of their budget-friendly device. Infinix Note 50x punches above its price point. It has a host of features and specs that would even make the more pricier phones envious and put them to shame and that is why it is on our top 3 list.
The Infinix Note 50x comes equipped with a large 6.67-inch IPS LCD 120Hz HD display. An IP64 rating comes in handy in saving your phone from water splashes.
Infinix Note 50x comes with the latest software, Android 15, and vouches for 2 major upgrades up to Android 17. A more than capable Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate chipset is on duty so that you can perform your daily tasks smoothly.
A unique camera array sits at the rear, which houses a 50 MP f/1.6 PDAF main camera. An 8 MP f/2.0 selfie camera graces the front side.
The highlight features of the Infinix Note 50x have to be dual-stereo speakers, a massive 5500mAh battery which comes bundled with a super-fast 45W charger, and it all comes in a sleek 8mm body. A 3.5mm headphone jack is an honourable mention, along with the RGB Notification light adorns the back panel.
Infinix Note 50x comes in four spectacular colours - Titanium Gray, Enchanted Purple, Sea Breeze Green, and Sunset Spice Pink.
This phone is a prime contender for the Top 3 spot under 12,000 and comes a close second.
It comes in two variants, and is available on Flipkart - 6+128GB for 11,499 and 8+128GB for 12,999.
1. Samsung Galaxy M16 is the Crown of the Top 3
Samsung is a leader in the Indian smartphone market. No list in any price category can be complete without a mention of their various offerings.
The Samsung Galaxy M16 is the latest addition to their already most popular and best-selling M-Series. Let's see why this phine has secured the top spot in our top 3 list.
A top-class display is what you expect from a Samsung device, and it does not disappoint. A gorgeous 6.7-inch 90Hz AMOLED screen covers your desire to watch that favorite movie or TV show in all its glory.
Samsung Galaxy M16 comes with the latest Android 15 out of the box. And Samsung offers an industry-leading 6 6years of major OS updates, which is unheard of at this price category. Interestingly, the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 runs the show here instead of Exynos, which we generally find in lower or even upper mid-range phones from Samsung.
The Samsung Galaxy M16 has the best camera arrangement, a triple camera setup, and the best out of all the competitors in this price range. It has a 50 MP, f/1.8 MP main, 2 MP, f/2.4 macro,o and the only phone in this category that comes with a 5 MP, f/2.2 ultrawide angle lens. It also has EIS for extra video stabilization.
A 13 MP, f/2.0 selfie camera sits inside the notch cut display.
A 5000mAh battery with modest 25W charging ensures that you don't run out of juice at any time of the day.
Samsung Galaxy M16 comes in three beautiful colours - Thunder Black, Mint Green, and Blush Pin.k
This phone is the best of the Top 3 under 12,000 segment
Samsung Galaxy M1 comes in three variants, and is available on Amazon - the 4+128GB is available for 11,49, the +128GB for 12,999, and the 8+128GB for 14,449 respectively.
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