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2025’s Best Smartphones Under ₹10,000 – Affordable & Powerful Picks

By sumitg9

Best value picks for battery life, everyday performance, and clean software—without breaking ₹10k.

Lava Storm Play 5G

Lava Storm Play 5G

5G New
Approx. ₹8,499
Display~6.7″ HD+, 120Hz
Memory4GB RAM + 64GB Storage
Cameras50MP main + depth; 5MP front
Battery5000 mAh, 18W
SoftwareNear-stock Android; Android 15 at launch
Resolution‎1600 x 720
Product Dimensions‎‎16.49 x 7.61 x 0.88 cm; 195 g
ExtrasIP64, dual 5G, side fingerprint
Country of OriginIndia

Pros

  • Rare 5G + LPDDR5/UFS 3.1 at this price
  • 120Hz display feels snappy
  • Clean Android with few preloads

Cons

  • HD+ resolution only
  • 18W charging could be faster
Amazon Logo Buy Now Image credit: Lava/Amazon

Source: Lava product page & Indian launch coverage.

realme Narzo 80 Lite

Realme Narzo 80 Lite

Great Battery
Price ~₹7,299 (4G)
Display~6.73″ HD+, 120Hz
Memory4GB RAM + 64GB Storage
Battery6300mAh
SoftwareAndroid 15
Resolution1600 x 720
Product Dimensions16.7 x 7.7 x 0.8 cm; 201 g
ExtrasIP54 Water & Dust Resistance, Smart AI Assist
Country of OriginIndia

Pros

  • Big battery endurance champ
  • 120Hz panel in budget segment
  • Often discounted under ₹10k

Cons

  • HD+ resolution
  • Realme UI includes some pre-installs
Amazon Logo Buy 4G Variant Amazon Logo Check 5G Page Image credit: realme

Source: realme product pages & recent India price news.

POCO C61

POCO C61

Budget Pick
Approx. ₹6,750
Display~6.71″ HD+ 90Hz Display with GG3 Protection
Camera8MP Dual camera, f/2.0
Memory4GB RAM + 64GB Storage
Battery5000mAh(typ) battery and 10W charger
SoftwareAndroid 14
Resolution1600 x 720
Product Dimensions16.8 x 7.6 x 0.8 cm; 199 g
ExtrasPortrait | Video | HDR | Short Video | Time-Lapse | Film filters | Google lens, Dedicated MicroSD card slot with upto 1TB support, MIUI Dialer, Side Fingerprint sensor for enhanced security
Country of OriginIndia

Pros

  • Clean, smooth 90Hz UI for basics
  • Good durability for price (Gorilla Glass 3)
  • Big battery, USB-C

Cons

  • Entry-level cameras
  • No 5G
Amazon Logo Buy Now Image credit: POCO/Amazon

Source: Amazon listing specifications.

Motorola G05 4G

Motorola G05 4G

Clean UI
₹7,335 (varies by RAM/storage)
Display~6.71″ HD+ 90Hz Display with GG3 Protection
Memory4GB RAM + 64GB Storage
Battery5000mAh battery
SoftwareAndroid 14
Resolution720 x 1604
Product Dimensions16.57 x 7.6 x 0.82 cm; 188.8 g
ExtrasButtons, Keypad, Microphone, Touchscreen
Country of OriginIndia

Pros

  • Very clean software experience
  • Good battery and day-to-day speed
  • Solid build for the price

Cons

  • Average cameras
  • No 5G
Amazon Logo Buy Now on Amazon Image credit: Motorola/Amazon

Source: Amazon listing.

Infinix Smart 8

Infinix Smart 8

Best Under ₹7k
Approx. ₹6,999
Display16.76 cm (6.6 inch) HD+ Display
Memory3GB RAM + 64GB Storage
Battery5000mAh battery
SoftwareAndroid 14
Resolution1280 x 720
Product Dimensions16.36 x 0.85 x 7.56 cm; 184 g
ExtrasFace Unlock, Fingerprint Scanner, Front Camera
Country of OriginIndia

Pros

  • Sharp main camera for the price
  • Reliable battery life
  • Consistently the cheapest of the bunch

Cons

  • Heavier skin (XOS) with pre-installs
  • No 5G
Amazon Logo Buy Now Image credit: Infinix/Amazon

Source: Amazon listing.

How we picked

We prioritized 2025 availability in India, verified street pricing at/under ₹10k, and spec balance: 90–120Hz displays, big batteries, stable software, and trustworthy brands with service networks.

Prices fluctuate during sales; check listings for current offers.