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.
Celkon A95 is better under 5k range, really awesome.
The ram is 256 MB. If you compare it with Karbonn A5 which is a tad below 5k, which has 512 MB of ram. But A95 has 230 MB of internal storage which is better than A5 which has only 203 MB. But celkon isn’t really reliable.
Can we install a lot of apps after the phone memory is full by inserting the memory card?
Which is better mm a25 or intex aqua 3.2 . Plz help me.
plz tell me mm25 or intex aqua 3.2 which one is best
Gogi Sir, Karbonn A9+ even though it does not support 720p HD recording. It houses a Qualcomm Snapdragon Dual Core Processor and an Adreno 203 GPU which actually gives better Benchmark results than the A110.
So why isn’t it on the list ?
Thanking you in Advance.
Hi gogi
Considering all the dual core sim inbuilt tablets, the Samsung tab 2 may occupy the top place in terms of performance but the price is a big letdown. It was avb for rs.20000 (may 2012) when a very few dual cores were available and now also it’s having almost the same price tag after six months when the market is being flooded with many of dual cores. Don’t you think there would be a major price correction soon for this product? I am desperately interested to buy it but don’t want to look like a fool if the cost drops by 5k the next month itself. Should I buy or wait?
Wait for a month or two for the nexus 7 probably Samsung tab 2 price may fall.
Gogi, you forgot the best possible Android phone for the price which is Hauwei G300. It’s sold for 10K and has an amazing developer community who have ported both Cyanogen9 and Cyanogen10 for the phone. ie ICS and Jelly Bean for all you people 🙂
I’m running on the stable release of CM9 right now and I feel the phone can’t be possibly faster. You seriously should review the phone. It comes with stock Gingerbread though. You would have to flash it with CM9 and then review it 🙂
Well the Good part Of this Phone is its battery back up, well It have Only 1350 mAh battery which is quite Low but then too it last for over 1.5 day and more and Has said to give standby of 320hrs (3g) amazing device
Gogi, I would like to know if i could get an Android Phone with 1GB of RAM for about 10k. Please do let me know. Thank You.
David not for now, but within few months probably yes.
Gogi please have a look at this phone. Swingtel Hellotab Mini SX5, gr8 set of features, 1GB RAM only downside is the lack of dual core processor. Hope you will get access to the phone soon.
When we compare with Micromax A90s with Mercury MagiQ 5″. Which one is better?
Hi Gogi, I want to purchase a mobile for my sister today. Please suggest me some good options within 6-7k. My requirements are-
Dual Sim
Minimum 1Ghz processor
512 MB RAM
5MP camera
Screen minimum 3.5″
Also, if there is any ICS powered phone below 8k?
Waiting eagerly.
Deepak, go with Karbonn A7+ or of you can spend a little more go with A11.
Thanks a lot Gogi. With your recommendation, Just purchased the A7+. Looks good @ 6.5K.
Happy Diwali…..
Deepak, Happy Diwali to you and your family.
Dear Gogi,
Did you receive zopo 900 ? Please post review. As per info, their launch date is Nov 21st. But their websites provides buy option for that..
Hi Gogi, Can you please suggest me a phone or tablet with call facility with 1GHz dual core processor & 1GB RAM around a price range of Rs.15,000??
Zopo ZP300+ with 1GB RAM, Dual Core available @15400.
I wish iPhone were cheap.
Hey gogi,Karbonn A9+ is better than all of these phones 🙂 Hardware wise & Performance wise 😀
Very helpful and nice article gogi, but I think you missed some phones:
1. Zync Z5 (Rs.9500): Better than A11 and A18. Only if it has given dual core then it can well compete with A110.
2. Intex Aqua 3.2 (Rs.3600): Better than A25 with big screen and low price.
3. Byond B50 (Rs.4000): Better than A25 and even Aqua 3.2 with 3.5″ Screen and all features being same.
4. Celkon A22 (Rs.9500): Dual core, hence competes well with A110 with low price and similar features.
5. Intex Aqua S(Rs.4500): With 5MP camera, which no other brand is providing in this range.
Source:
Byond B50 with 1GHz Processor, 3.5″ Screen and 3MP camera available @Rs.3999 only. So I think it is very much better than A25.
https://www.facebook.com/247603578623232/posts/467775403272714
Gogi: You forgot Micromax A110 🙂 I think its still little better then Karbonn A18.
Well A110 is on the top of the list!!! See again.
Oh mistake I mean Micromax A100 not A110…So you should have included A100.
I am plang to buy a mobile in this week between 15k to 25k…please tell me which is the best???
How about HTC Desire X?
Anand you can read full review here http://www.gsmarena.com/htc_desire_x-review-847.php
It has a Wi-fi Problem and HTC has also accepted it, don’t know if they have resolve this problem in my advice go with Nexus 4.
Go with Galaxy S2?
All phones are from low brands phone. Sony xperia tipo should have been added the other brands like MM and spice and karbonn phones will hardly last for 3 years. If you want your phones life to last long then don’t go for such cheap brands.
Sahil, the list is based on the features and price. Big brands do come with higher price tag and low features. Also today many users hardly use the phone for max 1 to 2 years.
Sony Tipo? are you nuts? Do you think someone to live with android 2.3 or 4.0 for 3 years? And who told you a micromax mobile does not last for 3 years?
@sabyasachi: First of all Xperia Tipo is preloaded with android 4.0. And Sony also provide updates to their phones, not like Micromax who sells and forget their customers. So if you purchase Sony, then you won’t have to stuck with 4.0 only, but yes if you will purchase Micromax etc. then you have to live with 2.3 for 3 years (if it will survive that much!) e.g. Their A70 and A85 customers are still using stone-age android 2.2. So dude there is something called quality and after sales service, do not run only behind quantity of specifications. Hope you will understand what I am saying. One more experience I got this Diwali, I was clicking pics in light of bulb in my home with my Xperia Tipo Dual and my friend with A100, and picture quality of my pics was 10x better than A100 (even it has only 3.2MP whereas A100 has 5MP camera). And this list was mainly prepared by keeping high specifications in low price, so Xperia Tipo did not find any place, but otherwise its very good phone. Use it once, and you will never look towards other brands.
Would love to buy sony Tipo dual sim, for 9800, but it has one vital feature Missing- ie. Flash LED. why did they not give a flash, a simple and cheap item, even if they charged 1000 more I would have paid it. but these high brands do this to sell their expensive models. hence the liking for MMX and Karbonn.
Happy diwali to you and all our Friends. Doing great job Gogi bro.
Thanks Tanjeet, Happy Diwali to you and everyone.
What about intex aqua 3.2 it will beat micromax a25.
What about mmx a100 and mmx A78?
How about zopo smartphone? mm a90?
Hai gogi, your review is good. My doubt is which is best karbonn a11 or a18.? Tell me the reason?
i think spice mi-355 should have been included since it looks very much like an iphone.
True Nagesh, but it is discontinued and not available online.
@gogi: You can still purchase this phone online:
http://www.saholic.com/mobile-phones/spice-stellar-craze-mi-355-1004698
Gogi what about karbonn a9+ ?
Dear gogi sir, I have done a lot of research on tablet but still I remained confused. I want to ask you which is best tablet to prefer no matter of price. Mainly gaming, camera, display.
Saksham, the galaxy tab 2 is the best display, camera and for gaming since its dual core also it comes with built in SIM slot so you can use it as a phone too.
Yo Gogi why not a52 as it is much more powerful than the a50 and is currently available at flipkart for rs4700 so it should be present in place of a50.
Yes I will update it soon.
When karbonn a3 is going to launch ?
What about sony tipo.good branded music phone.
Its good but with 320 x 480 and price at 9,499.
Hi Gogi, I think you’ve committed a big mistake by not including Karbonn A21 & A9+ .Both come with 1.2 GHz DUAL-CORE Qualcomm processor, 512 MB RAM,DUAL camera,A21 comes with 4.5 inch q-HD display & both are best value-for-money.
A21 is priced over 10k (10790). Yes karbonn A9+ looks good but I found the A11 better cause it can record HD videos which unfortunately A9+ can’t (I have heard this so not sure, did not get the opportunity to check A9+). I think A9+ is not refined even though it comes with dual core.
Hi Gogi,
You are absolutely rite karbonn A9+ doesn’t support 720p videos. No recording and it can’t even play it. I have used A9+ and its battery backup is pathetic and even the capacitive buttons problem. I transited to MMX A110 and the cell is awesome. Trying some custom ROMs on it A110’s sgx531 gpu is far better than karbonn A9+’s adreno 203..
Hi gogi, happy Diwali, its been great comparison thank you so much, what about ninja-4?
You must include Karbonn A21 and Karbonn A9+ instead of Karbonn A18 and A11.
Just a suggestion…
A9+ yes, but A21 is over 10K.
You should have added A52 instead of A50. Realy worth it.
And is A7 ics upgradable?? Somehow?
Bro I was planning on buying ninja 3. But after reading it has problems with installing new apps, I again get confused. What do ya mean by new apps. ? Does it mean we can install old apps without trouble ?
2. Is Karbonn a7plus also having bluish tint on screen like a7?
Anil, the Ninja 3 and 4 have limited free space, not good for installing new apps. If you will be using the phone without installing any apps then its a good go. But also note that you will need to frequently clear of RAM/ cache to keep the free space at an optimal level or you will start experiencing lags. Karbonn A7 / A7+ has the blue background theme so it seems like it has blue tint. It is very mild and you see it at specific angles not directly.
Sir I like all your reviews.i have one question sir. I wish to buy one of the above smart phones in particular karbonn A11. I use skype, gtalk & wish to try Viber. I am a senior citizen, not interested in mobile games, first priority video chat. Which phone should I buy? pl. guide. thanks.
Ranjan, the A11 will be the best option as per your usage.
Which is the best phone under 25k?
Think micromax a90s should be in here.
Yes shubham, would have added if it was priced under 10K.
Gogi, what about samsung galaxy y. It is the top selling handset and with good feedback, it should have been in your list. It is still sold in many numbers..
Balaji, yes it is but you see karbonn and even Micromax beats it when it comes to the display resolution and price.
You also Miss The Spice Mi-355, but thats okay because it has been discontinued
Yes that’s the reason.
You ignored A87 which has very good screen with 800*480 resolution, just 5,500 and all the minimal features like other low end phones.
A very good list, all are great value for money phones, thanks for the list, no1 I like A110 for 5 inches, and for smaller size I would prefer A11, karbonn or A25 MMX (cheapest).
The perfect list! I prefer mmx a52 over a50/ninja3. It really rocks.
Hey gogi flipkart is showing karbonn a9 dual core phone with coming soon status. Also in their dual core list they are showing 3 phone a21, a9+ and a9 whats that yaar.
Pragnesh, A21 and A9+ are dual core but not easily available. A9 is single core.
I agree with you gogi with your top 7 list and I would have also added mmx ninja 4 a87 it was a nice phone with 4inch TFT lcd display and touch was very smooth and responsive and has 1ghz processor at the price of just 5450rs but the problem was less amount of ram has really sucked up this phone but what can we accept at such a very low price 🙂 and wish you a happy Diwali to you and your family and may this site rock as its always does \m/ …..
Thanks Sameer and Happy Diwali to you too and your family. Well I did wanted to add the A87 but you see the moment you start adding two or 3 apps the handset starts lagging. Its not good for normal user. For users who know how to root it, can get the most out of it, its amazing phone for the cost but MMX messed up the whole thing cause of the customized OS.
Hi Micromax A110 users, are you able to see tamil posts and comments on Facebook on mmx A110 ? Pls tell me..
You missed the fabulous Karbonn A9+ which houses a Dual Core Snapdragon processor and is available for around 9k odd.
Jim yes but A9+ does no allow 720 video recording.
hmm, never realised that! … thanks for the insight
How are Karbonn A21 and A9+? Feel that these two can also come in your list.
Manab I have already mentioned that in the comments. A21 is over 10K.
What about spice’s models?
Sudip can you name some?
MI 425, and MI 355
What about the Karbonn A21…it costs 9100 or Indiatimes (after Diwali discount)…it has a Dual core processor and an excellent screen and finish with ICS
Merrick its after discount but it was selling for over 10K so did not put that in list. I will update this list some other time again when the price drops.
“wooow!! gogi, you read my mind, i was about going to advice you that it is the diwali season and many will confuse to buy a good phone and if you help them by selecting the best android phone that will be great
BYOND B50
http://www.flipkart.com/byond-b50/p/itmdfyhznjfb6w8s?pid=MOBDFYGBZFAPQEG9
Yes thanks this can go well at 6th position. Just that its not a common brand, many don’t know about it.
Its rebranded Karbonn A1+, If u like it then go for Karbonn A1+ as it provides better after sales service.
I think its Micromax a25.
why not ninja 4 a87? 6k 800*480 4″?
Dilharo, yes that is a very good phone but with bad OS, you get just 11 MB free for app storage, just imagine you cannot install apps more than 11MB in size.