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Not everyone currently have the money to get expensive smartphones like the iPhone and others. However, one can still enjoy a lot of features that comes with smartphones without having to spend a fortune.
In this article, we will explore some smartphones you can get without having to spend more than ₦50,000.
Let’s get started.
1. Xiaomi Redmi 8 (₦44,800)
On the top of the list is the Xiaomi Redmi 8, an impressive budget device that is pretty cool and superb. It came with a 5,000mAh battery, and it also has a faster battery charging technology
Here are the key specifications of this device:
– Display: 6.22-inch IPS capacitive touchscreen, 720 x 1520 pixels
– OS: Android 9.0 Pie (MIUI 9)
– Processor: Octa-core 1.95GHz Qualcomm Processor
– Storage: 32GB/64GB ROM + 3GB/4GB RAM (MicroSD card up to 256GB)
– Camera: Dual 12MP + 2MP Rear/8MP Front (With LED light)
– Battery: 5,000mAh
Impressive, right? So, how much will it cost? Be ready to spend between N44,800 – N47,900
2. TECNO Camon 12
Actually, it is a general knowledge in Nigeria that the efforts of Tecno afforded a lot of Nigerians the chance to own a smartphone. While there are different levels and types of Tecno phones, we can conveniently recommend the likes of Tecno Camon 12. This superb phone has three cameras on the back, one of which has a 16-megapixel lens. It also came with a huge 4000mAh battery as well an efficient MediaTek Helio P22 chipset.
Here are the key specifications of this device:
– Display: 6.52-inch HD+ capacitive touchscreen, 720 x 1600 pixels
– OS: Android 9 Pie (HiOS 5.5)
– Processor: Quad-core 2.0GHz MediaTek P22 Processor
– Storage: 64GB + 4GB RAM (MicroSD card up to 128GB)
– Camera: 16MP + 2MP + 8MP Rear/16MP Front (With Quad-LED light)
– Battery: 4000mAh
How much is the device? You will get it around ₦47,500
3. Infinix S5
Before the exploits of Xiaomi brand (as far as the production of less expensive superb smartphones is concerned), the Infinix brand appeared to be taking the lead. Nevertheless, there are still people who don’t joke with Infinix products. If you want a superb budget phone, you can get the Infinix S5.
Here are the key specifications of the device:
– Display: 6.6-inch IPS HD+ capacitive touchscreen, 720 X 1600 pixels
– OS: Android 9.0 Pie OS; XOS 5.5
– Processor: Octa-core 2.0GHz MediaTek Processor
– Storage: 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM (MicroSD card up to 256GB)
– Camera: Quad 16MP + 5MP + 2MP + Low light sensor Rear/32MP Front (With LED light)
– Battery: 4,000mAh
You should get this between ₦40,000 – ₦50,000
4. TECNO SPARK 4
The TECNO SPARK 4 is another nice product released into the Nigerian market by the Tecno brand in recent times. It comes in two RAM options comprising of 3GB / 4GB and two storage capacity choice of 32GB / 64GB.
Here are the key specifications of the device:
– Display: 6.52-inches HD+ Touchscreen display (1600 × 720 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio, 90% screen-to-body ratio
– OS: Android 9.0 Oreo (HiOS)
– Processor: Quad-Core 2.0GHz
– Storage: 32GB ROM + 4GB RAM / 32GB ROM + 3GB RAM (can be expanded using an SD up to 128GB)
– Camera: Front – 8MP (with flash) / Rear – 13MP + 2MP + 0.3MP (autofocus, Dual LED flash)
– Battery: 4000mAh
You can get the phone around ₦50,000)
5. Nokia 4.2
Now, let’s talk about Nokia. We know Nokia used to dominate the Nigerian market before the coming of smartphones. Nevertheless, after the challenges encountered, Nokia is not only back, but also making splendid budget smartphones – one of which is the Nokia 4.2 carries.
The device has a 5.71-inch screen with a resolution of 1520 x 720 pixels and there are also two rear cameras, each of which has a resolution of 13MP
Here are the key specifications of the device:
– Display: 5.71-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 720×1520 pixels
– OS: Android 9.0 Pie OS; Android One
– Processor: Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 439
– Storage: 16GB / 32GB ROM + 2GB / 3GB RAM (MicroSD card up to 400GB)
– Camera: 13MP + 2MP Rear/8MP Front (With LED light)
– Battery: 3,000mAh
How much is this? Well, the Nokia 4.2 (3GB/32GB) is around N49,000
6. Infinix Hot 8 (₦47,000)
If you want a superb budget smartphone, you might want to get the Infinix Hot 8. It came with a huge 5000mAh battery – which is a big deal in a country like ours.
Here are the key specifications of this device:
– Display: 6.52-inch, IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, (~81.5% screen-to-body ratio), 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
– OS: Android 9 Pie (XOS 5.0)
– Processor: Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm), Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 – 32/2 GB
– Mediatek: MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm), Octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 – 64/4 GB
– Storage: 32GB/64GB ROM + 2GB/4GB RAM (MicroSD card up to 256GB)
– Camera: 13MP + 2MP + QVGA Rear/8MP Front (With LED light)
– Battery: 5,000mAh
You can get this between ₦35,000 – ₦47,000
7. Samsung Galaxy A10
Actually, we all know that Samsung is usually on the high side (both in specs and price). But what happens when they made a budget smartphone? The Samsung Galaxy A10 is the answer.
Here are the key specifications of the phone:
– Display: 6.2-inch Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 aspect ratio
– OS: Android 9.0 Pie OS
– Processor: Octa-core 1.6GHz Exynos Processor
– Storage: 32GB ROM + 3GB RAM
– Camera: 13MP Rear/5MP Front (With LED light)
– Battery: 4,000mAh
You can buy this device between ₦40,000 – ₦42,000
In conclusion, while there are several other nice smartphones you can get for less than 50k in Nigeria, you can take a step to get any of the above. They are strong and nice and splendid, and should give you value for your money
