Smartphones with the highest specs under PHP 5K

Not everyone wants to spend a lot on a phone and nowadays, there are heaps of options where you can get a phone that fits your budget and suits your needs.

Best specs under PHP 5K!

For some, buying a phone under PHP 5K may be a simple task. But buying a good-performing phone with high-quality specs within a PHP 5K budget is not easy, at least for those who don't have a keen eye. Luckily, we're here to guide you. 

So if you're looking for a phone with decent specs and on a budget, then we might have a great list for you.

 

Note: This list is in no particular order. Only smartphones that are officially available in the Philippines are included in this list.

Smartphones with the highest specs under PHP 5K (Q2 2021)

Samsung Galaxy A11

1. Samsung Galaxy A11 - Now priced at PHP 4,990 (previously PHP 7,490), Samsung Galaxy A11 became one of the most affordable handsets with a punch-hole display in the country. 

This device features a 6.5-inch TFT display with HD+ resolution, 1.8GHz 14m Snapdragon 450 octa-core processor, 3GB RAM, 32GB expandable storage, 4,000mAh battery, 13MP triple-cam with ultra-wide and depth, 8MP selfie camera, fingerprint scanner at the back, and 4G LTE. 

Redmi 9C

2. Redmi 9C - After its price drop in May 2021, Redmi 9C is now priced at PHP 4,990 (from PHP 5,290).

For this price, you will get a budget phone that runs on the 2.3GHz 12nm MediaTek Helio G35 octa-core processor with the 680MHz PowerVR GE8320, has 3GB LPDDR4X RAM, up to 64GB expandable storage, fingerprint scanner at the back, and a large 5,000mAh battery with micro USB 10W charging.

For cameras, it sports a 13MP + 2MP + 2MP AI triple-camera with macro and bokeh modes and a 5MP f/2.2 selfie cam.

Realme C11 2021

3. Realme C11 2021 - A variant of the C11, Realme C11 2021 gets its spot on the list with the price of PHP 4,990.

This handset is powered by a 1.6GHz 28nm UNISOC SC9863 octa-core processor with PowerVR GE8322 GPU. Aside from that, it is pretty much the same as C11, featuring 2GB RAM, 32GB expandable storage, a 5,000mAh battery with micro USB charging, and a 13MP + 2MP dual-cam.

Cherry Mobile Aqua S9

4. Cherry Mobile Aqua S9 - Cherry Mobile's contender is the feature-packed, Cherry Mobile Aqua S9 priced at just PHP 3,999. 

This device impressively sports a 6.52-inch HD+ 1600 x 720 (20:9) TrueView TearDrop Display, 1.6GHz SC9863A octa-core processor with PowerVR IMG8322 GPU, 4GB RAM, 64GB expandable storage via microSD slot up to 128GB, and 5,000mAh battery with USB-C charging port. Not only that, but Cherry Mobile also gave this handset a quad-cam setup. The lens has 13MP for main, 5MP depth, 2MP mono, and 2MP for AI. A rare sight for a phone with this price range.

Infinix HOT 10 PLAY

5. Infinix HOT 10 PLAY - Priced at PHP 4,299, Infinix gives you a more affordable yet still impressive version of HOT 10, the Infinix HOT 10 PLAY.

This handset highlights a 6.82-inch Dot Drop screen with HD+ resolution and is powered by the 2.0GHz 12nm MediaTek Helio G25 octa-core processor with PowerVR GE8320 (650MHz). It has 2GB RAM, 32GB expandable storage, 13MP w/ AF + AI lens + LED flash rear camera, an 8MP selfie cam, and a large battery capacity of 6,000mAh with 10W power brick. Above all, this phone boasts its use of MediaTek's Hyper Engine technology that reduces game lag and allows for the intelligent switch between LTE and WiFi.

TECNO SPARK 6 GO

6. TECNO SPARK 6 GO - With the starting price of PHP 3,990, international mobile maker TECNO gives you TECNO SPARK 6 GO. 

For its 2GB RAM with 32GB expandable storage, this device runs on a 2.0GHz 12nm MediaTek Helio A20 quad-core processor and 5,000mAh of battery. It sports a 6.52-inch Dot Notch Display with HD+ resolution with a notch for the 8MP selfie camera with front flash.

Its dual-rear cam has a 13MP + depth sensor + Dual LED flash, with AI Scene Detection, Bokeh Mode, and Beauty Shot. The phone also has Audio Share via Bluetooth for up to 3 devices.

That's it for our list! We hope we've helped you find the right smartphone that won’t bust your budget. 

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