Best Mobile Phones Under 8000 in India

Expert comment:   Xiaomi has ensured that it offers a solid value proposition with the Redmi 8A and the handset also manages to edge out ahead of the Realme C2 with its powerful battery and unique design, even though it only has a single snapper at the rear. Despite being a budget phone, the Redmi 8A comes with a USB Type C charging port, which is definitely a welcome change for the affordable price range. There is a massive 5,000mAh battery onboard too, which is almost becoming a norm for this segment.

Expert comment:   Infinix is known to offer great value for money and the Hot 8 definitely delivers on this front. The handset comes with a bezel-less display design, good build quality, and a capable chipset. If you are the sort of person who travels a lot, you can rest assured with the Hot 8 as the smartphone packs a massive 5,000mAh battery, which is still a boasting point in this price range. It would have been hard to imagine just a year ago but the Hot 8 also comes with a triple camera setup, which is incredible for this price point.

Expert comment:   Realme 3i, despite its low price tag, manages to offer some really impressive features. The handset ships with a waterdrop notch design, which effectively offers a good screen estate along with a compact form factor. The handset ships with a MediaTek chipset that handles day to day tasks rather well, until pushed against the wall by slightly demanding applications. Thankfully the pocket-friendly price does not compromise on the image quality offered by the cameras on the Realme 3i. Also, did we mention the phone has a massive battery? Guess now we have.

Expert comment:   Motorola has been improving its budget offerings for quite some time and the Moto E6s goes on to prove this point. The handset packs an impressive design, comes with a removable battery, and even offers Face Unlock for convenience and security. There is also a fingerprint sensor included on the phone, just in case you still like to unlock the phone in an old-school way. A reliable chipset and a dual-camera setup add to the appeal of the overall package.

Expert comment:   Near bezel-less display and stylish design make Tecno Spark 4 Air an appealing buy in this price segment. Admittedly, this handset does not have some of the most impressive features, compared with the other offerings on the list, but it does come with dual rear cameras. The primary 13MP camera is capable of taking good shots, considering that we are talking about a pocket-friendly offering.

Expert comment:   Although Zenfone Max M1 was not a particularly breakthrough smartphone, the Max M2 brings along a host of improvements to the table. With the new phone in the series, you get Qualcomm's latest budget Snapdragon 632 SoC and a massive 4,000mAh battery. Additionally, the brand has included the notch display design to ensure that the phone feels modern by all means. As the phone costs less than the Pro variant, you get full value for your money.

Expert comment:   Samsung's new Galaxy M10 comes with an Infinity V display, which is essentially just Samsung’s term for a waterdrop notch. Despite being a budget phone, the Galaxy M10 packs a good display, provides solid battery backup, and comes with a minimalist yet elegant design. Moreover, the camera setups, both on the rear and the front, manage to take impressive pictures in different lighting conditions. Overall, the Galaxy M10 brings a whole load of features to the table at an affordable price.

Expert comment:   Despite being an affordable offering from the company, the Redmi 7 comes with a rather pleasant design, which is noteworthy as it was not the case with the brand's phones just a year ago. The handset ships with a full-HD display, which is still not common in this price range. The handset manages to offer a decent performance thanks to its reliable processor and offers good battery life, which has almost become a norm with the latest handsets from Xiaomi. If you are tight on budget and want a phone with good display, this should be your go-to choice.

Expert comment:   Samsung's latest entry to the Galaxy A series comes at an extremely affordable price but brings along some really interesting specs. The Galaxy A10 packs a 6.2-inch HD+ Super AMOLED display and a 3,400mAh non-removable battery. If we talk about optics, the handset packs a capable 13MP camera at the back, assisted by an LED flash to ensure good images even in low-light conditions. In this price range, this is one of the best handsets, along with Galaxy M10, that the brand offers.

Expert comment:   Realme C2 follows in the footsteps of last year's Realme C1 and offers great value for money in a revamped design. The handset features a waterdrop notch, which is still a rarity in this price range.There is a massive 4000mAh battery onboard, which fuels the handset to run through the day without breaking a sweat. With a diamond cut pattern, sleek design, and smooth performance, Realme C2 is one of the best well-rounded smartphones available in this price range. The display quality offered by the phone also makes a strong case in its favour.