Best Mobile Phones Under 12000

The Realme C71 is a strong entry level contender and is made for casual everyday use. While its camera and performance are in line with the price, it excels with a decent 90Hz display, excellent battery endurance and a sleek design. Realme is also promising two years of major OS updates. So ultimately, the Realme C71 is a smartphone worth recommending for casual calling and viewing videos.

If you’re on a tight budget and want a reliable phone that can handle day-to-day tasks like doomscrolling and chatting without dying out easily, the Galaxy M07 is a strong contender. With its large 90Hz display, big battery, a reliable main camera and a solid OS update promise, it checks many boxes for long-term value.

The Galaxy A07 is an entry-level Android phone built with longevity in mind. It offers an unprecedented 6-year OS update promise, which is its primary selling point. While the phone performs decently for the price, it is let down by its large and low resolution display. It doesn’t have enough RAM, and Samsung doesn’t even provide a charger in the box. All in all, it’s a decent phone but there are certainly better options for you to choose.

The Realme C73 is an attractive phone for someone looking a reliable daily driver on a tight budget. The design is clean, colors are likeable, and you also get IP64 water and dust protection. This is paired with a big 6,000mAh battery, but the jittery OS, lacklustre performance, and modest cameras don’t make it as compelling. Still, it is a decent entry-level phone for newcomers to the Android space.

Poco M7 5G stands out as a decent all-rounder for its price. The large display outputs good colors and is plenty bright indoors. While the rear camera deliver balanced shots in daylight, the software experience feels dull with pre-installed bloat and limited software support. However, the battery life is comfortable for a day and recharges quickly. So, the phone is an easy recommendation for entry-level buyers.

The Realme P4 Lite is a considerable downgrade over its older model. It features a 90Hz LCD screen which feels responsive, a durable build quality that can stand a drop from almost 2 meters, and features a 3.5mm headphone jack. Still, that does not make up for the poor camera quality, sub-standard performance and outdated Android version. If you are looking for an entry level smartphone, there are some better picks you can consider. Realme P4 Lite only makes sense at a discounted price.

The Redmi A7 Pro is a budget smartphone that delivers on a large screen with high refresh rate, large battery life, and 1080p video recording capabilities. But its camera quality and performance is a set back that could be a deal breaker for a lot of people. It also only supports 4G network which might be enough for those who don’t have a lot of internet usage. But for those who might need a faster internet connection, I would recommend looking for a 5G phone otherwise.