A plethora of brands, constant upgrades, and exciting new features at tempting prices, make picking out a smartphone confusing. However, this does not mean that you have to buy a high-end device to enjoy state-of-the-art features. Here is a list of phones under INR 15,000 that are not only light on the pocket but also packed with some cutting-edge features.
- Coolpad Cool 1
Price: Around INR 13,999
The Coolpad Cool 1 is packed with a powerful 4000mAh battery, which gives you about 40 hours of movie playback or approximately 120 hours of music. Its Qualcomm Octa-Core Snapdragon processor and 4GB RAM handle multiple apps at the same time without any lag. The rear camera features a 13 MP Sony sensor and offers DSLR mode.
- Honor 6X
Price: Starting from INR 12,999
The Honor 6X sports a dual lens (12MP + 2MP) rear camera and a wide aperture range (f/0.95 – f/16). The 8MP front camera has a 77o wide angle lens. The camera also has other fun features like splash and illusion options along with filters. The 3340mAh battery will keep you charged throughout the day. It has a Kirin 655 Octa-Core processor with a 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. If you are an avid photographer, you should definitely consider the Honor 6X.
- Samsung Galaxy J7
Price: INR 12,900
The Samsung Galaxy J7 comes with a 13MP front camera and 5MP rear camera. Both cameras come with a flash and an aperture of f1.9. The phone has a 3,300mAh battery and an Ultra Power Saving mode that prevents it from dying when the battery is low. A unique feature of the Galaxy J7 is the S bike mode, which is meant to prevent calls from distracting you while you are riding. When switched on, the S bike mode sends a pre-recorded message to callers, informing them that you’re riding. The caller may press 1 if it’s urgent. If you receive an urgent call, the phone won’t let you answer it till you have stopped the bike safely.
- Redmi Note 4
Price: Starting from INR 9,999
The Redmi Note 4 is equipped with a whopping 4100mAh battery. Instead of a flat glass, the screen features a curved glass with tapered edges. It is available in three colors: gold, dark grey, and black. The MIUI 8 software allows you to create and sign into dual accounts in an app. This includes apps like Facebook and Whatsapp.
5. LYF F1
Price: INR 9,499
LYF F1 can be called as the best phone under 10,000 that you will find in the market today. The phone’s 16MP rear camera and 8MP front camera both support low-light photography. The Electronic Image Stabilization mode prevents blurred and shaky videos. With the smart video play feature, you can play two videos simultaneously. The phone also comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, 3GB RAM, Android 6.01 Marshmallow OS, and a 3200mAh battery.
- Lenovo K6 Power
Price: Around INR 9,999
The stunning 5-inch Full HD screen supports resolutions of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The Dolby Atmos Audio Enhancement powered speakers of the Lenovo K6 Power bring your movies to life. The phone is estimated to run for more than a day on a full charge, thanks to its 4000mAh Li-Polymer battery. It runs on a 1.4GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon Octa-Core processor. It is preinstalled with the Android 6.0.1 operating system.
- Wind 3
Price: INR 6,149
While the Wind 3 is the cheapest phone on this list, it is also one of the most beautiful. Packed with some awesome features, the phone comes is ready to wow. It flaunts an 8MP HDR rear camera and a 2MP front camera that produce stunning images. The front camera has a wide angle lens, which makes taking selfies with friends easy. You can read and create your own QR code with the Wind 3. The phone also comes armed with a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, a 2GB RAM, and Android Lollipop 5.1.1.
So head to your nearest store with the above list, and pick from among these amazing smartphones one that best suits your requirement and budget.
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