GADGET GIZMO SPECIAL............ Budget Performers

GADGET GIZMO SPECIAL Budget Performers





Here are 2015's 10 best smartphones under Rs 10,000

The mid-range and budget smartphone segment is crowded with a myri ad of low-cost handsets from companies like Micromax, Xiaomi, Lenovo and the like. Naturally, this can make the decision to get a budget smart phone quite confusing. To make it easier for you, we've compiled a list of devices at or under Rs 10,000 that should be high up on your list.

Honor 4X

The Honor 4X is a great overall package. It's an LTE smartphone, which means you can leverage the fastest networks available in India (assuming there is coverage). For Rs 9,999, the Honor 4X is good value, although the device is exclusive to Flipkart.SPECS: 5.5-inch HD (1280x720) display, Quad-core 1.2 GHz Snapdragon 410 processor, 13MP rear camera

Coolpad Note 3

At Rs 8,999, the Coolpad Note 3 is recommended for phablet lovers. It might be lacking in terms of display resolution, but it makes up for it with features like Fingerprint Snapshot, letting you take an image with just a touch of your finger on the home button.SPECS: 5.5-inch HD (1280x720) display, Octa-core 1.3 GHz Mediatek MT6753 processor, 13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera, 3GB RAM, 16GB storage (expandable), Android 5.1 Lollipop, 3,000 mAh battery, 4G LTE with dual SIM support

Lenovo Vibe P1m

Priced at Rs 7,999, this is not the cheapest budget offering available out there, but the hardware specs will surely convince mobile enthusiasts of its potential. With its large 3,900 mAh battery, the Vibe P1m can last long intervals on a full charge. It is currently an exclusive with Flipkart.SPECS: 5-inch HD (1280x720) display, 8MP rear camera, 5MP front camera, Quad-core 1 GHz Mediatek MT6735P processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage (expandable), 3,900 mAh battery, Android 5.0 Lollipop, 4G LTE with dual SIM support

Meizu M2 Note

The M2 Note is the slightly better equipped phablet in this list and comes with a 5.5-inch Full HD panel underneath.It also features a superior f2.2 5 element lens for better images from its 13 MP rear camera. It is priced at Rs 9,999 and can be purchased via Amazon.SPECS: 5.5-inch Full HD (1920x1080) display, Octa-core 1.3 GHz Mediatek MT6753 processor, 13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage (expandable)m Android 5.0 Lollipop, 3,100 mAh battery, 4G LTE with dual SIM support

Xiaomi Redmi Note Prime

This recently launched device packs marginally upgraded specs compared to the first-gen Redmi Note. With a price tag of Rs 8,499, it's not the cheapest in its segment, but considering that it's a Xiaomi product, we expect there to be plenty of demand for it.SPECS: 5.5-inch HD (1280x720) IPS display, 1.2 GHz quad core Snapdragon 410 processor, 13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage (expandable), Android 4.4 KitKat, 3,100 mAh battery, 4G with dual SIM support

2015 Moto E

This refresh of the original Moto E comes with very capable hardware specs and a price tag of under Rs 7,000. It features a stock version of Android and is on course to receive the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update soon. The 3G model is likely to miss out.SPECS: 4.5-inch qHD (960x540) display, 1.2 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 410 processor, 5MP rear camera, VGA front camera, 1GB RAM, 8GB storage (expandable), Android 5.1 Lollipop, 2,390 mAh battery, 4G LTE with dual SIM support

Lenovo K3 Note

The K3 Note is a stellar device and well worth your dime if you don't mind stretching your budget all the way up to Rs 9,999. And you do get the quality 1080p display for the extra money.SPECS: 5.5-inch 1080p display, 1.7 GHz octa-core Mediatek MT6752 processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage (expandable), 13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera, Android 5.0 Lollipop, 3,000 mAh battery, 4G LTE with dual SIM support

Asus ZenFone 2 Laser

There are several variants of the ZenFone 2 that offer excellent value for the price. The ZenFone 2 Laser (ZE550KL) is available for Rs 9,999 via Flipkart. As the name indicates, it comes with a superior grade Laser Autofocus camera, which enhances imagery to a great extent. SPECS: 5.5-inch HD (1280x720) display, Quad-core 1.2 GHz Snapdragon 410 processor, 13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera, 2GB RAM, 16 GB storage (expandable), Android 5.0 Lollipop, 3,000 mAh battery, 4G LTE with dual SIM support

Phicomm Passion 660

This has to be one of the most attractive devices on the list for its pricing as well as the hardware it packs. At Rs 8,999, you get a Full HD display panel, an octacore Snapdragon 615 processor and a 13MP rear camera.SPECS: 5-inch Full HD (1920x1080) display, Octa-core Snapdragon 615 processor, 13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage (expandable), Android 4.4.4 KitKat, 2,300 mAh battery, 4G LTE with dual SIM support

Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime

Unlike Xiaomi phones of the past, the Redmi 2 Prime can be bought from a variety of online retailers. It is priced at Rs 6,999 and is a very capable budget offering considering the features it offers. SPECS: 4.7-inch HD (1280x720) display, Quad-core 1.2 GHz Snapdragon 410 processor, 8MP rear camera, 2MP front camera, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage (expandable), Android 4.4.4 KitKat, 2,200 mAh battery, 4G LTE with dual SIM support.

Chethan Rao

MM21DEC15