Best Mobile Phones Under 10000

Ahead of Diwali, Boltt as a brand has evolved and is ready to set fire in the entry-level segment with a value-for-money phone. Boltt Evo sets itself apart with an all-day battery, decent performance, fun cameras, a good display, and a clean Android experience. While its charging speed is not up to the mark and it's a hefty phone to carry around, these are minor compromises. In a market that lacks good affordable phones, a smartwatch maker's first phone gets the timing right with a pretty generous offering for the price.

The Poco C71 brings an impressive design, a smooth display, clean software and commendable battery life at an inexpensive price. If you are upgrading from a feature phone and are on a strict budget, this is the best companion you can possibly have. However, if you want futureproofing, better performance, and a better camera, it falls short. Also, getting a 5G phone is the way to go at this point.

Tecno Spark GO 2 is a well-rounded budget phone that impresses with its attractive design, reliable performance, decent camera versatility, and strong battery life. However, there are few notable issues in Wi-Fi and hotspot connectivity and slower charging speeds. But for the price, it remains a decent pick for users switching from a dumb phone.

The Moto G05 is an ultra budget phone that is decent for everyday use. While the cameras click surprisingly decent photos in good lighting, it adds a lot of noise in low light. The stereo speakers are loud and the 4G connectivity is also good. The performance is snappy but you will notice some stutters under heavy usage. The Moto G05 is a good choice for entry level buyers, if you can do without 5G.

The Ai+ Pulse 2 is an endurance champion on a strict budget. A lower resolution display combined with a massive battery means the phone can easily last for two days straight. It’s also fairly durable with IP64 rating, which is rare in this segment. However, charging that huge battery is a nightmare, and the performance isn’t cut out for heavy loads. All in all, it could be a good option for those looking for an ultra-budget smartphone.

If you’re on a super tight budget and can’t go a rupee over 8.5K, the Tecno Pop X is a stellar choice in the segment. The big HD+ 120 Hz display, reliable performance, dual 4G VoLTE connectivity and Android 15 offer solid value for the money. While more RAM + storage variants would have been much welcome, if all you need is a reliable secondary 4G phone for the elders or kids, it’s more than enough.

Lava Blaze Dragon 5G has a lot to offer and doesn’t leave a lot of room for complaints. There’s a large display for you to comfortably view it all, good build quality, and dependable performance. Cherry on top is the bloatware-free software. While it would have been nice to get longer software update support and better cameras, the Blaze Dragon stands tall as one of the entry-level phones worth recommending.

For the price, the Lava Shark 2 offers an incredible value for the money, with its stellar battery life, big and smooth display, as well as a reliable 50 MP main camera. The performance is not too bad at all either, considering the price, making it a great option for those on a super tight budget.

The Inifnix Smart 9 HD is the ideal phone for those looking to own a basic device for calls and meetings. It is light on the pocket and is an ideal entry-level phone for students and senior citizens. However, it lacks 5G connectivity and isn’t ideal for gaming, photography, and entertainment.

The itel a90 is a budget smartphone that brings the bare essentials, like a high refresh rate display, long battery life, a fast fingerprint scanner, and decent performance in its segment. There are some hiccups in the software, along with unwanted bloatware, and the camera takes soft photos but it gets the job done. It is not a bad phone for the price but it is not the best either.