These are the best smartphones under $200 right now for those on a budget and light users. Budgeting $200 yearly for a new smartphone is pretty decent and you should be able to get a quality smartphone that will help you do your normal daily tasks throughout the year.
With fast innovation and new features making its way to the smartphone industry, getting a budget smartphone of $200 once a year might be the best deal. Thanks to Chinese companies like Xiaomi, Vernee, HomTom and Cubot, with less than $200, you can get a nice smartphone for the year. Without further ado, these are the best smartphones under $200.
1. Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus
We can’t talk about the best 5 smartphones under $200 and not mention the Redmi 5 Plus. The device is definitely people’s favourite on shopping stores with a budget of less that $200. It houses the Snapdragon 625, packs 4GB RAM and 64GB storage space. Xiaomi also have great smartphones under $200, like the Note 5, Redmi S2 and the recently released Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro.
Key Specs
・Display – 5.99-inch FHD+
・OS – Android 7.1.2 Nougat
・Chipset – Snapdragon 625
・Processor – Octa-core 2.0GHz
・Storage – 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・Rear Camera – 12MP
・Selfie Camera – 5MP
・Battery – 4000mAh
・Price – $189.99
2. HomTom S99
HomTom’s latest smartphone the S99 packs a bunch for just little money. There’s a massive 64GB storage space, 4GB RAM and a massive 6200mAh battery. That’s not all, it runs on Android 8.0 Oreo and has dual rear cameras. Apart from the S99, HomTom also has quality smartphones under $200, the HomTom HT70 with its 10,000mAh battery comes to mind.
Key Specs
・Display – 5.5-inch HD+
・OS – Android 8.0 Oreo
・Chipset – MTK6750
・Processor – Octa-core 1.5GHz
・Storage – 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・Rear Camera – 21MP + 2MP
・Selfie Camera – 13MP
・Battery – 6200mAh
・Price – $154.99
3. Vernee X1
The Vernee X1 is another budget-friendly beast we have on this list of best smartphones under $200. It packs 128GB storage space, 6GB RAM, Face ID and houses a massive 6200mAh battery. Definitely a budget killer, you’ll never see a smartphone with 6GB of RAM for this price.
Key Specs
・Display – 6-inch FHD+
・OS – Android 7.1 Nougat
・Chipset – MTK6763
・Processor – Octa-core 2.0GHz
・Storage – 128GB ROM + 6GB RAM
・Rear Camera – 16MP + 5MP
・Selfie Camera – 13MP + 5MP
・Battery – 6200mAh
・Price – $169.99
4. Cubot X18 Plus
The X18 Plus is the most affordable smartphone on this list, but that doesn’t make it lazy. It has 64GB storage space, 4GB RAM and a strong 4000mAh battery. It also has a tall FHD+ curved bezel-less screen as well that offers the full screen experience.
Key Specs
・Display – 5.99-inch FHD+
・OS – Android 8.0 Oreo
・Chipset – MTK6750T
・Processor – Octa-core 1.5GHz
・Storage – 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・Rear Camera – 20MP + 2MP
・Selfie Camera – 13MP
・Battery – 4000mAh
・Price – $139.99
5. Oukitel U18
Are you on a budget and looking for an affordable smartphone with a notched screen? The U18 was made for you, it has 64GB storage space, 4GB RAM and dual rear camera. It also offers the trending 19:9 aspect ratio screen for a cheap price.
Key Specs
・Display – 5.85-inch
・OS – Android 7.0 Nougat
・Chipset – MTK6750T
・Processor – Octa-core 1.5GHz
・Storage – 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・Rear Camera – 16MP + 5MP
・Selfie Camera – 13MP
・Battery – 4000mAh
・Price – $179.99
Conclusion
This is our list of the best smartphones under $200, from Snapdragon chip to massive storage space, bezel-less screen, a notch and battery, this list has everything you need. All these smartphones are available right now on Gearbest at the prices listed above.
