Top 10 Best Selling Smartphones Under 10,000 Rupees in India

Top 10 Best Selling Smartphones Under 10,000 Rupees in India

The best phones under Rs 10,000 in India can now stand toe-to-toe with handsets from higher price categories. With latest phones under Rs 10,000, you now get Android smartphones with capable processors with impressive cameras to go along. 

Unlike just a few years back, now the best smartphones under 10,000 in India come with premium glass sandwich design that demands a closer look. Some of the best mobiles under 12,000 in India even come with large battery capacity up to 5000 mAh. 

You can now get the latest 18:9 display smartphones from brands like Motorola, Xiaomi, ASUS, and Realme with latest mobiles under 10,000. 

On the other hand, there are some great selfie phones available under Rs 10,000 in India as well. As you might expect, most of the new smartphones in this category feature 4G VoLTE support as well. Now, waste no time and find your choice from our curated list of top 10 mobiles under Rs 10,000 in India.

1. Samsung Galaxy M12 (Black,4GB RAM, 64GB Storage) 6000 mAh with 8nm Processor | True 48 MP Quad Camera | 90Hz Refresh Rate 

 

Samsung Galaxy M12 Summary

Samsung Galaxy M12 mobile was launched on 5th February 2021. The phone comes with a 6.50-inch touchscreen display offering a resolution of 720x1600 pixels and an aspect ratio of 20:9. Samsung Galaxy M12 is powered by an octa-core processor. It comes with 3GB of RAM. The Samsung Galaxy M12 runs Android and is powered by a 6000mAh battery.

As far as the cameras are concerned, the Samsung Galaxy M12 on the rear packs a quad camera setup featuring a 48-megapixel (f/2.0) primary camera; a 5-megapixel (f/2.2) camera; a 2-megapixel (f/2.4) camera, and a 2-megapixel (f/2.4) camera. The rear camera setup has autofocus. It has a single front camera setup for selfies, featuring an 8-megapixel sensor with an f/2.2 aperture.

The Samsung Galaxy M12 runs One UI Core is based on Android and packs 32GB of inbuilt storage that can be expanded via microSD card (up to 1000GB) with a dedicated slot. The Samsung Galaxy M12 is a dual-SIM (GSM and GSM) mobile that accepts Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM cards. The Samsung Galaxy M12 measures 164.00 x 75.90 x 9.70mm (height x width x thickness) and weighs 221.00 grams. It was launched in Attractive Black, Elegant Blue, and Trendy Emerald Green colours.

Connectivity options on the Samsung Galaxy M12 include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, GPS, Bluetooth v5.00, USB Type-C, Wi-Fi Direct, 3G, and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). Sensors on the phone include accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, and fingerprint sensor.

 

 About this item

• 48MP+5MP+2MP+2MP Quad camera setup- True 48MP (F 2.0) main camera + 5MP (F2.2) Ultra wide camera+ 2MP (F2.4) depth camera + 2MP (2.4) Macro Camera| 8MP (F2.2) front came 
   
• 6000mAH lithium-ion battery, 1 year manufacturer warranty for device and 6 months manufacturer warranty for in-box accessories including batteries from the date of purchase
   
• Android 11, v11.0 operating system,One UI 3.1, with 8nm Power Efficient Exynos850 (Octa Core 2.0GH
   
• 16.55 centimeters (6.5-inch) HD+ TFT LCD - infinity v-cut display,90Hz screen refresh rate, HD+ resolution with 720 x 1600 pixels resolution, 269 PPI with 16M color
   
• Memory, Storage & SIM: 4GB RAM | 64GB internal memory expandable up to 1TB| Dual SIM (nano+nano) dual-standby (4G+4)

 

Wireless Carrier     :     Unlocked for All Carriers
Whats in the box     :     Handset, Ejection Pin, Manual, Data Cable and Travel Adaptor
Brand                       :     Samsung
Model Name            :     Galaxy M12
Battery Description :     Lithium-Polymer

 

 
 

 2. Redmi 9 Activ (Coral Green, 4GB RAM, 64 GB Storage)

 

About Redmi 9 Activ

Redmi 9 Activ mobile was launched on 24th September 2021. The phone comes with a 6.53-inch touchscreen display offering a resolution of 720x1600 pixels and an aspect ratio of 20:9. Redmi 9 Activ is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G35 processor. It comes with 4GB of RAM. The Redmi 9 Activ runs Android 10 and is powered by a 5000mAh battery. The Redmi 9 Activ supports proprietary fast charging.

As far as the cameras are concerned, the Redmi 9 Activ on the rear packs a 13-megapixel (f/2.2) primary camera, and a 2-megapixel (f/2.4) camera. The rear camera setup has autofocus. It has a single front camera setup for selfies, featuring a 5-megapixel sensor with an f/2.2 aperture and a pixel size of 1.12-micron.

The Redmi 9 Activ runs MIUI 12 is based on Android 10 and packs 64GB of inbuilt storage that can be expanded via microSD card (up to 512GB) with a dedicated slot. The Redmi 9 Activ is a dual-SIM (GSM and GSM) mobile that accepts Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM cards. The Redmi 9 Activ measures 164.90 x 77.07 x 9.00mm (height x width x thickness) and weighs 194.00 grams. It was launched in Carbon Black, Coral Green, and Metallic Purple colours.

Connectivity options on the Redmi 9 Activ include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, GPS, Bluetooth v5.00, Infrared, USB Type-C, FM radio, 3G, and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). Sensors on the phone include accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, and fingerprint sensor. The Redmi 9 Activ supports face unlock

About this item

• Processor: Octa-core Helio G35 and upto 2.3GHz clock speed
• Camera: 13+2 MP Dual Rear camera with AI portrait| 5 MP front camera
• Display: 16.58 centimeters (6.53-inch) HD+ display with 720x1600 pixels and 20:9 aspect ratio
• Battery: 5000 mAH large battery with 10W wired charger in-box
• Memory, Storage & SIM: 4GB RAM | 64GB storage | Dual SIM (nano+nano) + Dedicated SD card slot

 
 

M.R.P : 10,999.00 Rs

Deal Price: 9,199.00 Rs

 

Wireless Carrier :  Unlocked for All Carriers
Whats in the box : Redmi 9 Activ, Power adapter, USB cable, SIM eject tool etc.

Brand                    : Redmi
Model Name         :Redmi 9 Activ
Battery Power       :5000 MAh

 

  

3. Realme Narzo 50i (Mint Green, 4GB RAM, 64GB Storage)

About Realme Narzo 50i

Realme Narzo 50i mobile was launched on 24th September 2021. The phone comes with a 6.50-inch touchscreen display offering a resolution of 720x1600 pixels. It comes with 4GB of RAM. The Realme Narzo 50i runs Android 11 and is powered by a 5000mAh battery.

As far as the cameras are concerned, the Realme Narzo 50i on the rear packs an 8-megapixel camera with an f/2.0 aperture. It has a single front camera setup for selfies, featuring a 5-megapixel sensor with an f/2.2 aperture.

The Realme Narzo 50i runs Realme UI Go Edition is based on Android 11 and packs 64GB of inbuilt storage that can be expanded via microSD card (up to 256GB) with a dedicated slot. The Realme Narzo 50i is a dual-SIM mobile. The Realme Narzo 50i measures 165.20 x 76.40 x 8.90mm (height x width x thickness) and weighs 195.00 grams. It was launched in Mint Green and Carbon Black colour.

Connectivity options on the Realme Narzo 50i include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, GPS, Bluetooth v4.20, and Micro-USB. Sensors on the phone include accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, and fingerprint sensor.

 

 

• 4 GB RAM | 64 GB ROM | Expandable Upto 256 GB
• 16.51 cm (6.5 inch) HD+ Display
• 8MP Primary Camera | 5MP Front Camera
• 5000 mAh Battery
• Octa-core Processor 

 M.R.P.    : 9,999.00 Rs.

Deal Price: 8,999.00 Rs
 

 

 

4. Redmi 10A (Slate Grey, 4GB RAM, 64GB Storage)

 

 

About Redmi 10A

Redmi 10A mobile was launched in March 2022. The phone comes with a 60 Hz refresh rate 6.53-inch touchscreen display offering a resolution of 720x1600 pixels (HD+) and an aspect ratio of 20:9. Redmi 10A is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G25 processor. It comes with 4GB of RAM. The Redmi 10A runs Android and is powered by a 5000mAh battery.

As far as the cameras are concerned, the Redmi 10A on the rear packs 13-megapixel camera. The rear camera setup has autofocus. It has a single front camera setup for selfies, featuring a 5-megapixel sensor.

The Redmi 10A runs MIUI 12.5 is based on Android and packs 64GB of inbuilt storage that can be expanded via microSD card (up to 512GB). The Redmi 10A is a dual-SIM (GSM and GSM) mobile that accepts Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM cards. The Redmi 10A measures 164.90 x 77.00 x 9.00mm (height x width x thickness) and weighs 194.00 grams. It was launched in Shadow Black, Smoke Blue, and Moonlight Silver colours.

Connectivity options on the Redmi 10A include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth v5.00, Micro-USB, 3G, and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). Sensors on the phone include accelerometer, ambient light sensor, and proximity sensor.

48MP+5MP+2MP+2MP Quad camera setup- True 48MP (F 2.0) main camera + 5MP (F2.2) Ultra wide camera+ 2MP (F2.4) depth camera + 2MP (2.4) Macro Camera| 8MP (F2.2) front camera.

About this item

• Camera: 13MP Rear Camera | 5MP Front Camera
• Display: HD+(1600x700) IPS LCD display; 15.58 centimeters (6.53 inch); 20:9 aspect ratio
• Processor: MediaTek Helio G25 Octa-core processor; Up to 2.0 GHz clock speed
• Battery: 5000 mAh large battery with 10W fast charger in-box and Micro USB connectivity
• Memory, Storage & SIM:4GB RAM | 64GB storage expandable upto 512GB with dedicated SD card slot | Dual SIM (nano+nano) dual standby(4G+4G) 

 

 

Wireless Carrier     : Unlocked for All Carriers
Whats in the box    :SIM Tray Ejector, Adapter, USB Cable
Brand                      : Xiaomi
Model Name           :Redmi 10A
Battery Power         :5000

M.R.P. : 11,999.00 Rs

Price: 9,499.00 Rs

 

5. Lava Z3 Striped Blue (3GB RAM, 32GB Storage)

 

 

About Lava Z3 Striped Blue

Lava Z3 mobile was launched on 16th November 2021. The phone comes with a 60 Hz refresh rate 6.50-inch touchscreen display offering a resolution of 720x1600 pixels (HD+) at a pixel density of 263 pixels per inch (ppi) and an aspect ratio of 20:9. It comes with 3MB of RAM. The Lava Z3 runs Android 11 and is powered by a 5000mAh non-removable battery.

As far as the cameras are concerned, the Lava Z3 on the rear packs an 8-megapixel camera with an f/2.0 aperture. It has a single front camera setup for selfies, featuring a 5-megapixel sensor with an f/2.2 aperture.

Lava Z3 is based on Android 11 and packs 32GB of inbuilt storage that can be expanded via microSD card (up to 512GB). The Lava Z3 measures 164.50 x 75.80 x 8.90mm (height x width x thickness) and weighs 192.00 grams. It was launched in Striped Blue and Striped Cyan colours. It bears a plastic body.

Connectivity options on the Lava Z3 include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, GPS, Bluetooth v5.00, USB OTG, USB Type-C, and Headphones with active 4G on both SIM cards. Sensors on the phone include accelerometer and proximity sensor.

Redmi 10A mobile was launched in March 2022. The phone comes with a 60 Hz refresh rate 6.53-inch touchscreen display offering a resolution of 720x1600 pixels (HD+) and an aspect ratio of 20:9. Redmi 10A is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G25 processor. It comes with 4GB of RAM. The Redmi 10A runs Android and is powered by a 5000mAh battery.

 

 

About this item

• Powerful 5000 mAH
• 3GB/32GB (Expandable upto 512 GB)
• 8 Dual AI Rear Camera
• Loud Audio speakers

 

 

6. Lava Z21 (2GB RAM, 32GB ROM)-Blue| Octa Core Processor| Stock Android 11| Powerful 3100 mAh Batter.

 

About Lava Z21

• Bright FWVGA display
• Camera available at both ends with Night Mode and HDR Mode
• Octa-core processor
• 2GB RAM
• 3100mAh battery
• Expandable internal storage
• 100 days free screen replacement guarantee 
• Android Version 11 Go
• Fingerprint sensor not available

Lava Z21 as an entry-level performer is made available in attractive colours of Blue and Cyan. On the processor part, the made in India brand has loaded quite a variety to get going, backed by a comprehensive battery panel providing 23Hrs of 4G Talktime once fully charged.  

Display and Camera

Lava Z21 comes with a 5.0-inches IPS LCD FWVGA type display featuring a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels and a pixel density of 196ppi. The device’s Capacitive Touchscreen comprises Multi-touch functionality. Whereas the calculated screen to body ratio stands at 64.29%.

Lava Z21 sports a single 5MP Primary Camera on its rear side. It is also equipped with advanced features like LED Flash, Digital Zoom, Burst Mode, Night Mode and Panorama to click quality images. Also, on the front side, Lava has provided a 2MP Camera along with an LED Flash facilitating decent selfies and video calls.

Configuration and Battery

An Unisoc processor is placed inside the Lava Z21 which is accompanied by an Octa-core CPU running at the highest frequency of 1.6GHz. For smooth and consistent operations of the device, the brand has also placed 2GB RAM within it.

A 3100mAh type Li-ion battery is available inside the Lava Z21 and it can be removed. 

Storage and Connectivity

Users get 32GB of internal storage with Lava Z21. An SD card slot is also available in the device where a memory card of up to 256GB can be placed. The smartphone allows users to make voice and video calls and surf the internet using the 4G VoLTE connectivity option. Mobile Hotspot, Bluetooth v4.2, micro USB 2.0 and USB Type-C are additional connectivity features found. 

 

 M.R.P. : 5,999.00 Rs

Price : 5,299.00 Rs

 

7. Tecno Spark 8C Magnet Black (3GB+64GB)

Upto 6GB RAM |90Hz Refresh Rate |6.6" HD+ Display | 5000mAh |13MP Dual Camera| IPX2 Splash Resistant.

 

About Tecno Spark 8C

The Tecno Spark 8C is a budget-oriented smartphone from Tecno. It has a 6.6-inch IPS LCD display that supports a 90Hz refresh rate. The device is equipped with Unisoc T606 SoC which offers average performance. The handset runs Android 11 Go Edition out of the box and packs a 5,000mAh battery. The device shall easily last throughout the day. If your priority is a 90Hz display and long-lasting battery life, you should go for the Tecno Spark 8C. However, you will have to compromise on performance and camera quality.

Tecno Spark 8C summary

Display, Design, Security

 

The Tecno Spark 8C flaunts a 6.6-inch display that has HD+ 720 x 1612 pixels resolution. The display panel has a 90Hz refresh rate, a 267 PPI pixel density, and an 84.12% screen-to-body ratio. The power and volume keys are placed on the right side of the handset. For security purpose, the Spark 8C has features like a fingerprint sensor. The device also has face unlock support which works through the selfie camera.

 

Processor, Storage, Camera

 

The Spark 8C is equipped with a Unisoc T606 processor. The smartphone runs Android 11 Go Edition out of the box and packs 2GB of RAM. The device ships with 64GB of non-expandable storage. On the backside, the Spark 8C features a dual-camera setup, which consists of a 13MP main camera and an AI lens. The rear-facing camera has features such as AR stickers, HDR mode, AI scene recognition, time-lapse mode, and bokeh mode. On the front side, the device boasts an 8MP selfie camera. 

Battery and Connectivity.

 

 Battery

 

The Spark 8C packs a 5,000mAh battery. The device offers basic connectivity options like 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, dual-SIM card slot, FM radio, GPS/ A-GPS, NFC, and a USB port. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

M.R.P : 10,999.00 Rs

Price : 7,999.00 Rs

8. Nokia C01 Plus 4G, 5.45” HD+ Screen, Selfie Camera with Front Flash

 

 About Nokia C01

The Nokia C01 Plus 32GB is an entry-level smartphone from HMD Global that is targeted towards first-time smartphone buyers. The latest smartphone offers basic specifications and features that are sufficient to run the Android operating system. The phone also comes with some decent cameras on the front and back. So, if you are looking for an entry-level smartphone that you can use as a secondary device, then you can consider Nokia C01 Plus 32GB.

 

Nokia C01 Plus 32GB Details

 

Design and Display

 

The Nokia C01 Plus 32GB comes with a basic design language and offers thick bezels on the front. The phone has an ergonomic build that allows for a better grip. The phone is available in Blue and Purple colour options. The handset is loaded with a 5.45-inch display with 18:9 aspect ratio and 72.13 per cent screen-to-body ratio. The screen supports a resolution of 1440 x 720 pixels and comes with 295ppi pixel density.  

 

Camera and Performance

 

The Nokia C01 Plus 32GB supports a single camera on the rear that comes with a 5MP sensor. The phone also comes with a 5MP shooter for selfies and video calling. The Nokia smartphone is powered by an octa-core Unisoc SC9863A processor that is clocked at 1.6GHz. The handset also supports Mali-G52 MC2 GPU to handle some of the graphics. In terms of storage, the device packs 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. The internal memory can be further expanded up to 128GB via a dedicated microSD card. The latest phone runs on Android v11 Go Edition and brings a stock Android experience.  

 

Battery and Connectivity

 

The Nokia C01 Plus is loaded with a 3,000mAh battery that can be easily removed from the rear panel. The phone supports a micro USB port for charging. In terms of connectivity, the phone comes with 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, 3.5mm audio jack, GPS with GLONASS, dual-SIM support, and FM Radio.  

 

 M.R.P. : Rs. 6,999.00 

Price : Rs. 6,299.00

 

 

9. OPPO A15s (Rainbow Silver, 4GB RAM, 64GB Storage)

 

About Oppo A15

Oppo A15 is a regular bugdet phone that gives you the basic features. Big screen, decent hardware setup, storage that is expandable, multiple rear cameras and sporting a modern waterdrop notch design. However, it only gets 3GB RAM, 5MP front camera and the battery life is average that comes with microUSB port for charging. Much better options available in the market these days.

 

OPPO A15 Details

 

Display, Waterdrop Notch

 

Oppo A15 comes with a 6.52-inch HD+ display with resolution of 720x1520 pixels. The display offers pixel density of 269 PPI. The screen gets a waterdrop notch at the top, which houses the selfie camera. The phone features a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. 

 

Processor, Triple Rear Camera

The phone comes powered by octa-core MediaTek Helio P35 processor with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage. The chipset features PowerVR GE8320 GPU for graphics processing. The phone runs on ColorOS version based on Android 10. For imaging, the phone gets a triple rear camera setup at the back. This includes 13MP wide sensor, 2MP sensor and 2MP depth sensor. On the front, the phone packs a 5MP camera for selfies. 

 

Battery, Connectivity

 

Oppo A15 comes loaded with a 4,230mAh battery which supports fast charging via microUSB port. For connectivity, the phone offers Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, and GPS with GLONASS.

 

M.R.P. : Rs 13,990.00

Price : Rs. 9,990.00

 

 

 

10. Lava X2 (2GB RAM, 32GB Storage) - Striped Blue| Long Lasting 5000 mAh Battery| High Performance Octa Core Processor| Big 6.5 inch Display HD+IPS Notch Display

 

 

About Lava X2

You can enjoy a seamless performance on the Lava X2 with the MediaTek Helio G35 processor. The smartphone has a massive 5000mAh battery that ensures long-lasting usage. Lava X2 is an ideal option if you are searching for an all-inclusive bundle at a reasonable price.

 

Lava X2 Summary

 

Display and Security

The Lava X2 sports a 6.5-inches Full HD+IPS LCD with a waterdrop notch Bezel-less display, an aspect ratio of 20:9. The display has a resolution of  720x1600 pixels and a pixel density of 270 PPI. As for privacy, the phone has a Fingerprint sensor at the back and a Face-unlock for enhanced security.

 

Performance and Camera

The smartphone equips a MediaTek Helio G35 Octa-Core processor that comprises Quad-Core 2.3GHz Cortex A53 and a Quad-Core 1.8GHz Cortex A53 with an excellent 12nm fabrication process. 

 

The device is installed with PowerVR GE8320 GPU to sort out the graphical needs. The Lava X2 runs Android v11 software out of the box and is eligible for two OS upgrades. 

 

The device comes with 32GB of storage and extends up to 256GB. For Images, the device underarms an 8MP resolution rear camera with flash and a 5MP resolution camera at the front.

 

Battery and Connectivity

 The Lava X2 derives power from a 5000mAh Li-Polymer battery for high usage up to 38 hours (4G) and up to 480 hours (2G). The device connectivity features a dual-sim, Wi-Fi, a Mobile hotspot, Bluetooth v5.0, 4G VoLTE, A-GPS, and infrared connectivity. 

 

 

 

 

 M.R.P. : Rs. 7,999.00

Price : Rs. 6,299.00