When it comes to mobile phones, android is the most popular mobile operating system, used by many and with access to Google play that houses thousands of apps and still growing. Android phones are affordable and for under Rs. 10,000 you can really get a good deal.
Visitors have been asking me a common question as to which is the best handset and for them here is the Top 7 Android smartphones for under Rs. 10,000. I hope this list will help them choose the right model. The models were selected based on the price, features and the overall performance.
Top 7 Android phones in India
1. Micromax A110
As for now the A110 rules. Not just price wise but also feature wise. Its dual core and can run many high end games. A perfect gadget for gaming lovers or those who are using the Android OS for the first time.
The A110 sports a 5 inch screen, ICS, 512MB RAM, 4GB internal storage and 8MP camera. Read the full review of Micromax A110.
Price : Rs. 9,999.
2. Karbonn A18
This is with 1GHz single core processor and 512MB RAM. The display screen is 4.3 inches with WVGA resolution. The A18 comes with 5 MP camera with LED flash. This handset has got good user reviews, but for now the price tag is too close to the A110.
Price: Rs. 9,800.
3. Karbonn A11
A good smartphones which actually beats the A18. The A11 comes with 1GHz processor with 4 inch WVGA screen . The key attraction is the 5MP camera with 720p video recording. The price is lower that the above models but not that low. The handset runs on ICS OS with 512MB RAM. Read the full review of Karbonn A11.
Price : Rs. 8,490.
4. Karbonn A7+
An upgraded A7+ again with a 1 GHz processor, 5MP camera and dual SIM support. The A7+ runs on the gingerbread OS i.e. Android 2.3 with 512MB RAM. Display screen is 3.5 inches with HVGA resolution.
Price: Rs. 7,000.
5. Karbonn A5
An affordable phone with premium look. The A5 is powered by 800MHz processor and running Android 2.3 with 512MB RAM. This handset also comes with 2MP camera and a 3.5 inch touchscreen with HVGA resolution. Read the full review of Karbonn A5.
Price: Rs. 4,990.
6. Micromax A50 or Micromax Ninja 3 A57
Either go for A50 or A57, though A57 is better with HVGA screen but many users are facing issues installing new apps. The RAM is 256MB on both and the internal storage space for apps is less on A57 as compared with A50. A57 is with 1GHz processor and A50 with 650Mhz. Read the Micromax A50 review.
Price Rs. 4999 (A50) and Rs. 4750 (A57).
Micromax A52
This is with a 3.2 inch screen with QVGA resolution. A dual SIM 1GHz powered phone with 2MP camera and 256MB RAM. The A52 runs on Android 2.3 OS. This is better than A50 cause it comes with more processing power.
Price Rs. 4,699
Byond B50
Another 1gHz cortex A5 phone with dual SIM feature, 3MP camera and 1.3MP front camera. The display screen is 3.5 inches with HVGA resolution. A good option to A50 / A52 however its not a known brand and many users might have heard this for the first time.
Price Rs. 3,999.
7. Micromax A25
Probably the cheapest (better performing) android handset with 1GHz processor with QVGA screen of 2.8 inches. This one comes with 256MB RAM and a free internal storage of around 120 MB. 3G is not supported on this phone. Read the full review of Micromax A25.
Price Rs. 3,999.
If you know of any other model that you think should have been in the list leave a comment below.
I want to buy androidphone under 7000 which must be support video calling is there any plz suggest
Pease include micromax A89(Rs.6000). it has light sensors,4″ display,3g,gps,Agps,512 mb ram,2 gb int mem,Mediatek dual core processer(like mx a110),dual sim,proximity sensor,gravity sensor,ICS 4 and 3 mp cam.Able to play high graphics games like ‘Temple run’.
Hi this is an old list check here.. http://www.gogi.in/android-phone-india.html
xolo b700 must b dere
N also wanna sgsions on iris 501…wht u think abt this handset…..plz.
Gogi yar plz update that list…….
Suggest Me The Best Gaming Phone Under 8500 Rs…
Sir Gogi Tell Me That Which G.P.U Is Better Mali 300 Or Adreno 205?
You have missed XOLO A700 and A800.
You haven’t listed micromax A89. Remove Micromax A50,A52 or A57..These are old micromax phones with just 256 mb ram… A89 is far better than these with an affordable price of around 6k…In fact it is the first micromax android to have light sensors.
Please suggest me! should i buy samsung s duos or micromax A110..i am very much confused please help me here..
gogi sir i want a smartphone below 4000Rs please suggest
None below 4k my friend but you can look for alcatel or used 2nd hand Galaxy y
you can purchase videocon a15 at a price of 3100
and its have 3.2 mp rear + front camera
1 ghz processer
3.5 inch screen with hvga 320*480
gps,wifi,2g,white color
and android 2.3.6
is spice mi-530 a good phone
Gogi sir, please suggest an android phone under 4.5k with WiFi hotspot
Dear sir’
Micromax a100 upgrade available
Ur wrong gogi….airtyme picasso shld be in the list
Hi GOGI, I want to buy an android phone with 1 gb ram, min. 4 inch screen, min. 4.0 series android, dual core processor with in 11000 budget then which to buy?
Will u gave a video review of byond b50 or 51?
I need a phone with 1ghz 512 ram 4inch 480*800 res.dual sim,gud battery backup,min 5 pix camera,secondary cam( for skype video calling) all are under the rate of 7000 rs..which one u suggest? Can i go for xolo A500?
Dear gogi sir, videocon A30, xolo A500..which one is much better under 7000 ?
Gogi.. We want one updated list just like this.. new mobiles released and prices of old one slashed..
Will you please publish a new updated list with the new mobiles and with updated price?
Shivaji, there are so many updates happening, I think I will come up with such article every month.
Gogi Sir i am eagerly waiting for your reply pls suggest me
Sir,please help me..I want to buy an android..But i am confused between a25,a52 or a57..Sir Please suggest the best one i want value for my money and dont want to take risk..Please reply sir je
Go for a52 cause its touch is better responsive than any other it is so quick loader phones for games u can play like drift mania ,mike v skate board party, qvga version of nfs shift…..etc …net speeed is also fast as half 3g …so I vote mmx a52 ……
Hello Mr Gogi,
I note from above requests and comments, that you are giving out practical views of various mobile phone, contrary I am also seeking your advice, being a SR citizen, cannot afford high end devices, nevertheless looking for a device which has both capacitive screen and qwerty on conventional keypad, something like Samsung galaxy chat, B5330 with a decent processor running on android, and good battery life. I have studied quite a few and noticed that many have poor battery life, and have a high SAR value.
Hence could you please assist in this regards. thanks in advance.
rgds natraj
Nataraj, SAR values are well below the limit 1.6, and the value given is the when the handset is operating at 100% power. The closer you are to the cell tower (more number of network bar) the lower the SAR. As for battery all smartphones will at the max give 1 day to over 2 days of usage on single charge. Galaxy chat is a good option or you can go with karbonn A15 if brand is not an issue.
How to use swype on android devices which do not have it pre installed?
Can u review Celkon A85?
its hardware details atleast? the CPU and GPU?
Its close to MMX A25
Gogi you need to update this article with karboon a15 and videocon a30 also karbonn a9+ may be a good inclusion.
Gogi sir, Micromax Ninja 3 A57 or karbonn A5 which is best.
Go for A5. Two reasons. One, better internal storage. (203 MB of A5 to ~140ish of A57). Two, better RAM. (512MB to 256MB) User free is around 180 to 260 MB.
Gogi sir, I want to buy a android phone this chrismas under 5000rs for gaming with 3.5 inch screen and better camera and better performance.
Why are all the top phones only from Karbonn/Micromax? what about Samsung?
Anil, Samsung phones are costly and when you compared it with the list you will find that the other brands are offering more than what Samsung is.
what about galaxy y?
Galaxy y// Micromax a25// htc explorer?
which one should i prefer?
Dear Gogi,
I am planning to purchase MMX A110. I am already using sony ericsson with MW600 headset.I tried to connect with Karbonn and MMX android mobiles but it is not connecting.Pl confirm me is it connects with A110 or suggest me which handset connects and budget is 15000. I need this one urgently.
I want to buy android phone at price at 4000 to 4500 which is best.
Hey, gogi i want to buy an android phone which will i buy micromax a110 or karbonn a9 or karbonn 21
Hi Anil, mmx a110 is very good.. you can go for that..plz check the review by gogi sir..and if not this go for a9+ but not a9..
Hi Sir, now karbonn a15 is released. For now which place u ll give for a15?
4th I think will be better.
Aand sir plz add a9+ and a15 to the list and sir I also feel that you should consider karbonn a1+, mmx a68 and other celkon mobiles also so pls create a new post because your posts are really helpful for the new users..thank you..
Celkon mobiles are pretty bad if you compare a few models to that of Karbonn or Micromax. In the same price range, Karbonn performs really better and delivering classy models. But MMX A110 beats everything in the price range of 10K.
Hi Gogi, I m using Micromax A110 & I want to ask you if I can boot my device. I
Which one is the best among Sony Xperia Tipo and Micromax A110. I am looking for good Multimedia Play Back (especially Music), Good Build Quality, Latest OS. This will be my first android smartphone and I want to keep it for couple of years or more. Please let me know about other phones too, which is durable and has good build quality under 10k.
Thank You.
For your requirement: Music, Latest OS and durability, Xperia will be best. I’m using it and I have dropped it about 3 times (by accident and approximately from 5 feet height) and it does not got even a scratch. As for Music it has xLOUD and walkman-inspired music quality in it. For latest OS, it has 4.0.4 pre-installed, and as it is Sony you will surely get updates to latest Android versions in future.
But A110 has many attractive features: Specially Dual core and 8MP camera. So if you want specifications go for A110, and if you want Quality then go for Xperia.
MMX A110
First of all hats off for your amazing reviews. Which one is the best phone among Sony Xperia tipo, Micromax A110. These two come under or around 10k. So which one will be the Value for Money Buy? Thank You.
Mahesh, no doubt it will be A110, but as of now there is another phone called the Intex aqua 5.0 (http://www.gogi.in/intex-aqua-5-dual-core-phone.html) that seems to be the A110 competitor (the specs are not yet clear).
Hey gogi,
I read all you reviews on your blog and I loved them, thnx so much for making the work of selecting phones easy. I have a question actually I’m a teen girl and my parents have allowed me to purchase a new phone but under 10k only previously I was using samsung chat 335 so I have no idea or experience about smartphones or big screens etc.
I have chosen micromax a110 cause the specs are really good and review says it all it’s worth the price…! But I wanna know that will it be durable cause if I get any issues I wouldn’t get permission to buy cell phone soon enough..you know parents!! :p so I wanna get satisfied that this will be a good buy with good features and under my allowed budget so I won’t regret later on that I should have bought some nokia or samsung set! Please help me out! And please guide me! If there are any suggestions then please give me!
thnx!
n once again..ur blog is outstanding! 🙂
reply soon plz!
Sneha, MMX A110 comes with 1 year warranty, in case of issues you can get it serviced for free. Any handset be it nokia or samsung or any other can fail anytime. But if the handset works perfectly for a month or so then it will last for a longer time, that;s how the gadgets are. Go ahead with A110. Also since you have used the chat 335, let me tell you that the A110 sound will be a little lower than the non-android phones (this is what I have noticed). Usually all android phones / smartphones have lower noise output as compared with basic phone.
Thanks so much gogi! 🙂 hey u are using it , right? how’s it working? is it working good enough since purchase?? any cons u noticed other than low sound?
🙂
Sneha, yes am using A110, no issues so far battery life is excellent. Sound is good not that low and not that high.
Gogi:
Zync Z5 is another great option under 10k what you think?
http://www.snapdeal.com/product/zync-z5-smart-phone/477140?pos=0;8
Hi gogi, I want buy a phone for gaming only.
which will be better (which can play Max Payne or gang star 3 like games)
1.) Micromax a110
2.) micromax fun book talk
3.) karbonn a21
4.) Spice MI-500
Goku, A110 is the best gaming wise, you might have seen the review it played MC3 games smoothly. Not sure if it can play gang star 3 or max payne as every games have their own requirement, but if the game has run on other handset like A21 or Mi-500 it will work.