Top 5 Budgets Smartphone to buy on 2023.
1. Samsung Galaxy A53
Pros:
- Great value
- 120Hz display
- Well designed
- Expandable storage
- IP67 rating
- Good battery life
Cons:
- No plug adaptor or fast charger in box
- No wireless charging facility
- Plastic build
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Summary
The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is similar to the older Galaxy A52s 5G but borrows design elements from the new Galaxy S22 series. Thankfully, Samsung retains the older model's IP67 rating for dust and water resistance, making it stand out from the competition.
The new Exynos 1280 SoC delivers budget performance, so those looking for a good gaming phone will have to look elsewhere. The Galaxy A53 5G borrows most of its core hardware, including camera components, from the older Galaxy A52s 5G.
Camera performance is good in daylight but is average in low light. Video performance is quite good but below the mark in low light.
Its 5,000mAh battery lasts two days with casual use. Samsung does not offer a charger in the box, but the phone supports 25W fast charging. Charging speeds are slow when compared to the competition.
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Price in India ₹33,499
2. OnePlus Nord CE 2
Pros:
- Great all-round package
- Sleek OnePlus styling
- Fantastic value
Cons:
- No IP rating
The Nord CE 2 punches above its weight in this price bracket, offering solid performance and attractive styling, and at £299, it has just snuck under the radar to make it into this list.
OnePlus is a brand that's made its name offering good value, and the Nord CE 2 is no exception. Powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 900 processor and 8GB of RAM, the phone performs well and offers 5G connectivity on a shoestring, too.
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Price in India ₹ 18,999
3. Motorola Moto G62
Pros:
- 5G for under £200
- Responsive 120Hz display
- Solid battery life
Cons:
- Low power – only 4GB RAM
- LCD display
- Disappointing camera zoom function
Motorola's Moto G62 is a great affordable option that offers good battery life and 5G connectivity.
Motorola Moto G62 Price in India ₹ 14,999
4. Nokia C21 Plus
Pros:
- Ultra-affordable
- Good battery life
Cons:
- Quite basic
The Nokia C21 Plus is a fantastically affordable option, available for just £97.99. Really you'd be hard pressed to find a smartphone out there for this price.
It packs a 6.5-inch HD screen, a 13MP main camera with a 2MP depth sensor, plus a 5MP selfie camera. We think it's quite a nice design for a simple phone and Nokia has also promised two years of security updates, so there's some peace of mind to be had for the phone's longevity. It also has Nokia's signature durability and can withstand a few knocks and drops.
Nokia C21 Plus Price in India ₹ 9,999 only
5. Honor X8
Pros:
- Thin and light
- Very affordable
- Qualcomm chipset
- Good battery life
Cons:
- Feels cheap
- Not compatible with Netflix app
It has a sleek, slim design and a long-lasting battery. Admittedly, the handset feels a little cheap to the touch, but it seems the money Honor saved on the body shell has been spent on internals instead — we'd rather that way than the other way around!
Don't expect all the bells and whistles of a top-end phone, but the Honor X8 is a fantastic value proposition.
Honor X8 Price in India ₹ 00