Top 5 Sub-Rs. 10,000 Smartphones of 2016

Looking for a new budget smartphone under Rs. 10,000? If you are planning to buy a new budget smartphone, then don’t let the plethora of options available in the market confuse you. Read on to find out our picks for top 5 sub-Rs. 10,000 smartphones of 2016. These smartphones will give you best features and best value for money for your hard earned cash.

Top 5 Sub-Rs. 10,000 Smartphones of 2016

Here is the list of top 5 sub-Rs. 10,000 smartphones of 2016: (Note: This list does not follow a ranking or preference order):

Xiaomi Redmi 3S Prime

The Redmi 3S Prime comes with Snapdragon 430 processor coupled Adreno 505 GPU, 3GB of RAM and 32GB of inbuilt memory. Other specifications include a 5-inch HD display, 13 mega pixel primary camera, 5 mega pixel front camera and a massive 4100mAh battery.

Every bit of the Redmi 3S Prime is designed to match perfection. It is a very powerful budget smartphone that can handle everything you throw at it. Besides top of the line specifications, the phone also offers a fingerprint sensor for enhanced security. Read more about Xiaomi Redmi 3S Prime here.

Xiaomi Redmi 3S Prime: Specifications & Features

Processor: 64-bit octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 430
GPU: Adreno 505
Operating System: Android with MIUI 7
Display: 5-inch HD IPS (1280×720 pixels resolution)
RAM+Storage: 3GB RAM+32GB storage (expandable up to 128GB via microSD card)
Rear Camera: 13 mega pixel with LED flash, PDAF and f/2.0 aperture
Front Camera: 5 mega pixel with f/2.2 aperture
Battery: 4100mAh
Connectivity: 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS
Dimensions: 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm
Weight: 144 grams
Hybrid Dual SIM
Fingerprint sensor

Lenovo K6 Power

Lenovo’s K6 Power comes with impressive specs and a whopping 4000mAh battery. The smartphone packs an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor, 3GB of RAM and a gorgeous 5-inch full HD display. On aesthetics front, the device flaunts its metal unibody design. It also features Dolby Atmos audio and TheaterMax tehcnology. Equipped with a fingerprint sensor, the K6 Power is a lucrative option in the sub-Rs. 10,000 segment. Read more about Lenovo K6 Power here.

Lenovo K6 Power: Specifications & Features

Processor: 64-bit octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 430
GPU: Adreno 505
Operating System: Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow with Vibe Pure UI
Display: 5-inch Full HD (1920×1080 pixels resolution, 441ppi pixel density)
RAM: 3GB RAM
Storage: 32GB storage (expandable via microSD card)
Rear Camera: 13 mega pixel with LED flash, Sony IMX258 sensor and PDAF
Front Camera: 8 mega pixel with Sony IMX219 sensor
Battery: 4000mAh
Connectivity: 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1 and GPS
Dimensions: 141.9×70.3×9.3 mm
Weight: 145 grams
Color Options: Gold, Silver and Dark Grey
Dual SIM
Fingerprint sensor

LeEco Le 1s Eco

LeEco’s Le 1s Eco boasts mighty configuration and premium design. It is powered by an octa-core Mediatek MT6795 Helio X10 processor coupled with Power VR G6200 GPU and 3GB of RAM. The configuration of the phone is good enough to offer you flawless performance. On the front, it features a 5.5-inch full HD display with 1920×1080 pixels resolution. If you were waiting for a perfect smartphone to arrive, then this is the right device you should put your bet on. Read more about LeEco Le 1s Eco here.

LeEco Le 1s Eco: Specifications & Features

Processor: Octa-core Helio X10 Turbo
Operating System: Android Lollipop with EUI 5.5
Display: 5.5-inch Full HD (1920×1080 pixels resolution)
RAM: 3GB
Storage: 32GB
Rear Camera: 13 mega pixel with LED flash
Front Camera: 5 mega pixel
Battery: 3000mAh
Connectivity: 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Weight: 169 grams
USB Type C
Fingerprint sensor

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3

The Redmi Note 3 comes in two variants based on RAM and storage- one with 2GB RAM+16GB internal memory which is priced at Rs. 9,999 while other variant packs 3GB RAM+32GB inbuilt storage and is priced at Rs. 11,999.

The design of the Redmi Note 3 is stunning and there is also an inbuilt fingerprint scanner that provides additional security. It is a great value for money phone which offers a premium unibody metal design, powerful configuration, excellent camera combination, mammoth 4050mAh battery and a fingerprint sensor. Read more about Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 here.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3: Specifications & Features

Processor: Hexa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 650
GPU: Adreno 510
Operating System: Android Lollipop with MIUI 7
Display: 5.5-inch full HD (1920×1080 pixels resolution, 403ppi pixel density)
RAM: 2GB/3GB
Storage: 16GB/32GB (expandable up to 32GB via microSD card)
Rear Camera: 16 mega pixel with dual-tone LED Flash, PDAF, f/2.2 aperture
Front Camera: 5 mega pixel
Battery: 4050mAh
Connectivity: 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Dimensions: 150x76x8.65 mm
Weight: 164 grams
Hybrid Dual SIM
Fingerprint Scanner

Moto G4 Play

The Moto G4 Play is the third smartphone in Moto’s G4 series that has been launched in India. Like the other two smartphones- Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus, the Moto G4 Play also features water repellent nano coating. The specifications of the Play variant however, have been toned down. It packs decent specifications and is suitable for those looking for a budget smartphone from a popular brand. Read more about Moto G4 Play here.