#Low Budget Smartphones for Homemakers (July 2018)

# Smartphones are getting better and more affordable these days. And features only premium smartphones had, are been brought to a more wider market. If you are looking for a smartphone with flagship features. Here are the top picks under ₹20000:

Redmi Note 5 Pro – ₹16,999 

The best Redmi Note series phone yet with Its stunning 18:9 widescreen, dual rear camera, and advanced facial recognition security system.

This successor to the Note 4 is more powerful and battery efficient than its predecessor. The new Qualcomm processor is an improvement to the phone’s performance and power efficiency by 40%. That means less thermal throttling and better CPU performance means it can get you, your Chicken Dinner.
The new and improved camera sensor for both the rear and front-facing camera units improves both the selfies and low light images. It offers crisp, well-balanced images and has good colors and dynamic range.
Battery life has also seen improvement, thanks to its new processor and 4000mAh Battery. The software has been finely tuned to work better and smoother with the new upgrades.

Pros :
+ Stunning display
+ Dual Camera
+ Battery Life

Cons :
– Thermal Throttling
– Bloatware
– No USB C

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Vivo V9 Youth – ₹17,990 

Vivo V9 Youth is the younger brother of Vivo V9. The main feature being the 19:9 screen with a 90% screen to body ratio. It is the same as that of the Vivo V9. To achieve this and reduce the bezels Oppo has gone with the notch design.

Its stunning display combined with the gaming mode enabled will be a gaming enthusiast favorite. It has got battery capacity of 3260mAH that can run the display for quite an amount.
Software used by the phone is based on android’s 8.1 Oreo giving the phone more power efficient and fluidic experience.
It has the same dual-camera setup as that of the Vivo V9 but uses different sensors and hence isn’t that great when compared to that of the V9.
Storage capacity comes with a standard 32GB and can be expanded over MicroSD Card up-to 256GB.

Pros:
+ Display
+ Performance
+ Expandable storage

Cons:
– Battery life
– mediocre camera
– No fast charging lacks USB C

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If photography is your thing, then Vivo V9 is a good option with storage capacity upgrade to 64GB and better camera sensors. It’s a little over the budget. Alternatively, Oppo F7 can also be considered.

Huawei P20 Lite – ₹19,999

Huawei P20 Lite also sports the notch design with its vibrant display taking all the attention. Huawei has been improving its camera performance in these past years. And this mid-range smartphone is not a disappointment. If you are a user more keen on multimedia content and photography then this is the best pick for you.

Huawei smartphone has a brighter and vibrant color display compared to other smartphones in the lot with the same screen to body ratio as that of the Vivo handset. Its operating system EMUI is based on android 8.0 focusing on efficiency and performance.
It has a smaller battery compared to the Vivo and the Redmi smartphone and powering this screen takes up a lot of juice and the battery life is just average. It supports USB C and supports fast charging.

Pros :
+ Vibrant Display
+ Camera
+ USB C Fast Charging
+ Face Unlock

Cons :
– Performance
– Battery Life

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Nokia 6.1 – ₹15,950

Android one designs a Google-designed software experience to this Nokia smartphone. Regular security and software updates make the Nokia 6.1 more secure, optimized and efficient.

It supports USB C and claims over 50% battery charge up in half an hour. The phone is built like a tank and Nokia once again proves its priority for hardware quality. Its aluminum unibody design gives it the toughness and durability a handset must have.
It has a fluid software experience as promised but loses the charm over its mediocre display. It supports the latest Bluetooth connectivity that supports multiple devices simultaneously.
Nokia 6.1 has a storage capacity of 64GB, it also supports expandable storage option up-to 128GB.

Pros :
+ Latest Android OS
+ USB C Fast charging
+ Build quality
+ Expandable storage
+ Bluetooth 5.0

Cons :
– Display
– Larger Bezels
– Smaller Battery

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iPhone SE – ₹17,999

For those who want a taste of the iOS experience, iPhone SE is a great start. iPhone SE is a favorite because of its form factor and amazing Retina display combined with its smooth user interface.

Apple is a smartphone company that doesn’t compromise quality and iPhone SE is no exception. It has the best build quality and audio experience among these picks. The highly optimized software combined with its hardware gives the phone, adequate balance between battery life and performance. It has all the similar features of the iPhone 6s made into this 4-inch form. It is a great phone for those who need a business handset. It gives you that premium feel and confidence that no other smartphone in this range can provide.
The camera quality is on point and offers great balance and crisp pictures. Apple eco-system provides a lot of extra peripherals that can ease your work and can provide a better smartphone experience. It doesn’t give the outdated feel, thanks to its guaranteed software updates.

Pros :
+ Retina Display
+ Battery Life
+ Build Quality
+ Performance
+ Camera

Cons :
– Storage capacity
– Large bezels
– Screen size