The latest and best cheap mobile phones prove that you do not have to spend a lot to have features and capabilities that up until now have just appeared more expensive models. If you are looking for a new smartphone but you have a reduced budget, attentive in this our selection and the points that make the difference in each model.
We do the work for you, taking into account the price – most of the following smartphones have a value of around 150 euros, among some even cheaper options – when “crossed” with the following aspects:
- Display size
- Android operating system version
- Battery capacity
- Performance specifications (CPU, RAM, and internal memory)
- Points that distinguish each option from the competition
Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite
- Screen: 5.84 inches (2,280 x 1,080 px)
- Main Camera: Dual 12 + 5 MP
- Front camera: 5 MP
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
- Memory RAM: 3 GB
- Storage: 32 GB
- Battery: 4,000 mAh
- Operating system: Android 8.1 (Oreo)
- Price: from 159.90 €
There are three of the smartest “arguments” of this smartphone and make it a unique model from a quality/price point of view- the 5.84-inch “infinite” screen with a resolution of 2,280 x 1,080 px and a battery of 4,000 mAh, something other models in our selection also have.
On the other hand, the other highlight lies in the dual main camera, accompanied by other features to keep in mind. These include the fingerprint sensor on the back of the handset and dual SIM support, for example.
Xiaomi Redmi 6A
- Screen: 5.45 inches (1,440 x 720px)
- Main Camera: 13 MP
- Front camera: 5 MP
- Processor: Cortex-A53
- Memory RAM: 2 GB
- Storage: 32 GB
- Battery: 3000 mAh
- Operating system: Android 8.1 (Oreo)
- Price: from 93 €
This is another smartphone typical of Xiaomi in the entry of more basic range, we passed the expression, thought for those who want to save as much as possible when buying a new mobile phone.
Among the strongest points is the dual SIM support, the weight of 145 grams and the face recognition system to unlock the smartphone through the front camera of 5 MP.
Xiaomi Redmi 7
- Screen– 6.2 inches
- Main Camera– 12 MP
- Front Camera– 8 MP
- Processor– Snapdragon 632
- Memory RAM– 2/3/4 GB
- Storage– from 16/32/64 GB
- Battery– 4,000 mAh
- Operating system– Android 9.0
- Price: from 149.90 €
Everyone knows about the strong competition in the mid-range segment, and Xiaomi’s Redmi phones reigned around the world. Redmi 7 makes no exception to the rule and its price shows this.
It’s clean, simple, powerful and affordable. And frankly, it’s hard to complain about minor flaws in this price segment.
Huawei Y7 (2018)
- Screen: 5.9 inches
- Main Camera: 13 MP
- Front Camera: 8 MP
- Processor: Snapdragon 430
- Memory RAM: 2 GB
- Storage: 16 GB
- Battery: 3000 mAh
- Operating system: Android 8.0 (Nougat)
- Price: from 149.90 €
The Huawei Y7 2018 is a good deal initially thanks to its modern design, cameras and its low price. However, these positive aspects are accompanied by some drawbacks. The Android security patches are outdated and the screen is dark.
However, the battery life is decent and the GPS is accurate, for a device of this price category.
Honor 9 Lite
- Screen: 5.65 inches (2.160 x 1.080px)
- Main Camera: Dual 13 + 2 MP
- Front camera: Dual 13 + 2 MP
- Processor: HiSilicon Kirin 659
- Memory RAM: 3 GB
- Storage: 32 GB
- Battery: 3000 mAh
- Operating system: Android 8.0 (Oreo)
- Prices: from € 141
Plus a model of Honor, the 9 Lite, whose low price allows you to fit perfectly in this selection of cheap phones that deserve to be taken into account. And there are many attractions in this model, starting with the dual system present in both the main camera and the front camera (13 + 2 MP).
Also notable for face recognition, the 5.65-inch Full HD + resolution screen and the Kirin 659 brand.
LG Q6
- Screen: 5.7 inches (1,440 x 720px)
- Main Camera: Dual 13 + 2 MP
- Front Camera: 8 MP
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 430
- Memory RAM: 2 GB
- Storage: 16 GB
- Battery: 4,000 mAh
- Operating system: Android 7.0 (Nougat)
- Price: from 118.90 €
Honor is also known for the performance/price ratio of the smartphones that it offers, and this model, with 150 grams and dual SIM, is a good example of what exists in the entry of the brand range.
Featured is the dual 13 + 2 MP dual camera with smile detection, f / 2.2 aperture lens, HDR, Beauty mode, and Full HD video recording at 30 fps.
Samsung Galaxy J6 (2017)
- Screen: 5.6 inches (1,440 x 720px)
- Main Camera: 13 MP
- Front Camera: 8 MP
- Processor: Cortex-A53
- Memory RAM: 3 GB
- Storage: 32 GB
- Battery: 3000 mAh
- Operating system: Android 8.0 (Oreo)
- Price: from € 161
Inevitably, and as with virtually every Samsung handset in the last two years, it is the screen based on the Super AMOLED technology that is most visible. In this case, it is 5.6 inches and occupies about 75% of the front surface of the smartphone.
Samsung Galaxy J4 +
- Screen: 6 inches (1,440 x 720px)
- Main Camera: 13 MP
- Front Camera: 8 MP
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 425
- Memory RAM: 2 GB
- Storage: 32 GB
- Battery: 3,300 mAh
- Operating system: Android 8.0 (Oreo)
- Price: from 124.90 €
One of the great news of Samsung in the entry of range and interesting due to the integration of a screen of 6 inches with 18.5- 9 format and HD + resolution. The most important features besides the screen are, at first glance, the 3,300 mAh battery and the face recognition system.
Nokia 3.1
- Screen: 5.2 inches
- Main Camera: 13 MP
- Front Camera: 8 MP
- Processor: MediaTek MT6750
- Memory RAM– 3 GB
- Storage: from 16/32 GB
- Battery– 2,990 mAh
- Operating system– Android 9.0
- Price: from 149.90 €
The Nokia 3.1 is the economical type of phone that seems to fill the store shelves directly from the production line. Let me explain, it looks good enough and although specifications do not impress anyone, they are fair to the price that is sold.
It is still a reference brand equipment, but at this price level, there are better options available.
Moto G5
- Screen: 5 inches (1,920 x 1,080 px)
- Main Camera: 13 MP
- Front camera: 5 MP
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 430
- Memory RAM: 3 GB
- Storage: 16 GB
- Battery: 2800 mAh
- Operating system: Android 7.0 (Nougat)
- Price: from € 152
The Moto ranges include devices for all tastes, prices, and types of use, from the most game-oriented to low-end entry devices. Although it belongs to this lot, this Moto G5 has a very positive aspect in this price range- the 5-inch screen features Full HD resolution.
Wiko View 2 Go
- Screen: 5.93 inches (1,512 x 720px)
- Main Camera: 12 MP
- Front camera: 5 MP
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 430
- Memory RAM: 3 GB
- Storage: 32 GB
- Battery: 4,000 mAh
- Operating system: Android 8.0 (Oreo)
- Price: from € 159
Wiko has very interesting smartphones, and the latest releases prove this fact even more convincingly adding to the entry models features that until recently were only a “step” above.
An example of this is the 5.93-inch 19- 9 aspect ratio of this View 2 Go, one of the brand’s latest handsets. The list of specifications also includes several other interesting points, with attention towards the battery of 4,000 mAh.
Alcatel 5
- Screen– 5.7 inches
- Main Camera: 12 MP
- Front camera: 13MP
- Processor: MediaTek MT6750
- Memory RAM: 2/3 GB
- Storage: from 16/32 GB
- Battery– 3000 mAh
- Operating system– Android 8.0
- Price– from 119.90 €
The design, interface, and camera are superior to the mid-range competition, by price. He is a champion, as far as performance is concerned, at least in this segment.
The disappointments are the battery and occasionally the performance of the phone. Again, it is difficult to discuss this issue when the price is the deciding factor at the time of purchase.
BQ Aquaris C
- Screen: 5.45 inches (1,440 x 720px)
- Main Camera: 13 MP
- Front camera: 5 MP
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 425
- Memory RAM: 2 GB
- Storage: 16 GB
- Battery: 3000 mAh
- Operating system: Android 8.1 (Oreo)
- Price: from 159 €
A fresh “fresh” novelty that comes to us recently from the Spanish brand and that follows the entry models of BQ range. In addition to the weight of 150 grams, there are advantages in the charger Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 that assists the process of rapid charge of the battery of 3.000 mAh.
Hisense H11 Lite
- Screen: 5.99 inches (1,440 x 720px)
- Main Camera: 13 MP
- Front Camera: 8 MP
- Processor: MediaTek MT6737T
- Memory RAM: 2 GB
- Storage: 16 GB
- Battery: 3,400 mAh
- Operating system: Android 7.0 (Nougat)
- Price: from 139.99 €
Hisense is another Chinese brand that bets strong on the price/quality ratio, even on models like the H12, with launch soon. This H11 Lite, on the other hand, bets on the 3,400 mAh battery and the screen whose diagonal is very close to 6 inches. Integrates fingerprint sensor, too.
Sony Xperia L1
- Screen: 5.5 inches (1,440 x 720px)
- Main Camera: 13 MP
- Front camera: 5 MP
- Processor: MediaTek MT6737T
- Memory RAM: 2 GB
- Storage: 16 GB
- Battery: 2,620 mAh
- Operating system: Android 7.0 (Nougat)
- Price: from 129.99 €
With the top-of-the-range XZ3 taking over as the “flag” among the top-of-the-range Xperia, there is still room in the “menu” of Sony Mobile to have cheaper models. The suggestion that we leave to the adepts of the brand that look for to spend little is this L1 with screen HD of 5.5 inches.
Attention to NFC support and the typical design of the previous generation of the brand, with curved surfaces and narrow margins between the screen and the edges of the device.
Important Considerations for Buying a Cheap Mobile Phone
There is a wide range of smartphones at the entry level, which makes the choice more complicated. The secret lies in our ability to find low priced models that already include some specifications and features that until recently were commonplace only in mid-range devices.
Admittedly, we do not find the premium features of these top-of-the-range phones on these phones, but NFC technology, the fingerprint sensor and the “infinite” screen are good examples of the added value of today’s smartphones.
A small “trick” to improve the performance of your most modest smartphone- install the least amount of apps and extras installed on your smartphone, as these elements may be occupying internal memory or running in the background, resulting in unnecessary resource consumption.
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