Smartphones have become an essential component of our daily lives in our tech-driven environment. Finding the ideal smartphone that meets your demands and your budget might be difficult because there are so many options available. The top 8 smartphones in Pakistan for less than Rs. 20,000 have been compiled on this list to make your decision-making process easier. These gadgets operate well and provide fantastic features without breaking the bank. Let’s investigate the specifics!
itel P17 Pro
Itel’s P17 Pro is a cost-effective entry-level smartphone that was introduced on September 29, 2022. This phone is available for PKR 18,400. The phone has an ARM Mali T820 MP2 GPU and a UniSoC SC9832E processor. It contains 32 GB of storage memory and 2 GB of RAM.
A touch-enabled, 5.5-inch IPS LCD screen is available on the Itel P17 Pro.
The itel P17 Pro includes two cameras: a 2 MP front camera for taking selfies and a 5 MP back camera for taking pictures. Both the front camera and the back camera are capable of recording video.
Nokia C21
The Nokia C21 is a low-cost entry-level cell phone that Nokia introduced on March 2, 2022. It is powered by an IMG8322 GPU and a Unisoc SC9863A processor. The phone has 32 GB or 64 GB of storage memory and either 2 GB or 3 GB of RAM. The 6.52-inch IPS LCD screen of the Nokia C21 enables Face Unlock for device security and has an HD+ resolution.
The Nokia C21 sports an 8 MP back camera and a 5 MP front camera for taking pictures and taking selfies. The rear camera can capture videos at the same resolution and frame rate as the front camera, up to 720p at 30 frames per second. When compared to the back camera, the front camera includes features like HDR and LED Flash while the rear camera has features like Portrait mode, Face Unlock, and Video Call.
With compatibility for 2G, 3G, and 4G networks, Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi, USB, and GPS, the Nokia C21 offers a variety of connectivity possibilities. For making calls, sending SMS, and accessing data, it includes two SIM card slots.
The phone has a 3000mAh battery, which is not fast-charging or wireless charging compatible.
The Nokia C21 has Touch ID and Face ID security features. Additionally, it contains a number of sensors, including a proximity sensor, fingerprint sensor, and accelerometer.
The Nokia C21 has a starting price of PKR 19,400 in Pakistan as of May 23, 2023. On this day, PKR 19,400 is the lowest price for the Nokia C21 that has been noted.
Redmi 9C
The Xiaomi Redmi 9C is a competitively priced entry-level smartphone that Xiaomi released on August 12, 2020. It is equipped with a PowerVR GE8320 GPU and a MediaTek Helio G35 CPU. The phone has 32 GB, 64 GB, or 128 GB of internal memory and either 2 GB, 3 GB, or 4 GB of RAM.
A 6.53-inch IPS LCD screen with HD+ resolution is available on the Xiaomi Redmi 9C.
The Xiaomi Redmi 9C boasts three cameras on the back: a 13 MP primary camera, a 2 MP depth camera, and a 2 MP macro camera. The front camera on the Xiaomi Redmi 9C is 5 MP, making it ideal for taking selfies. While the rear cameras also offer video recording at the same quality and frame rate, the front camera can shoot videos at a maximum resolution of 1080p at 30 frames per second. Wide Angle, Face Unlock, Selfie Mode, Portrait mode, LED Flash, Time Lapse, and Slow Motion are just a few of the features available on the front camera. The back cameras include features like Wide Angle, Depth Camera, PDAF (Phase Detection Autofocus), HDR, LED Flash, Portrait mode, Time Lapse, and Slow Motion.
Several connectivity options are available on the Xiaomi Redmi 9C, including Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, USB, GPS, and compatibility for 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. For calling, SMS sending, and data access, it includes two SIM card slots.
The Redmi 9C has a starting price of PKR 19,499 as of May 23, 2023, and is offered in Pakistan. At this time, Symbios is offering the Redmi 9C for the lowest price ever recorded at PKR 19,499.
Vivo Y12a
On June 21, 2021, Vivo released the Vivo Y12a, an economical entry-level smartphone. The Snapdragon 439 CPU and Adreno 505 GPU power it. 32 GB of storage memory and 3 GB of RAM are included with the phone. The 6.51-inch IPS LCD screen of the vivo Y12a supports Face Unlock for device security and has HD+ resolution.
The vivo Y12a sports two rear cameras on the back, a 13 MP main camera and a 2 MP depth camera, and an 8 MP front camera for taking selfies. While the rear cameras also offer video recording at the same quality and frame rate, the front camera can shoot videos at a maximum resolution of 1080p at 30 frames per second. While the back cameras offer features like Wide Angle, Depth Camera, Panorama, LED Flash, Portrait mode, Time Lapse, Slow Motion, and Video Recording, the front camera has capabilities like Selfie mode and Face Unlock.
Numerous connectivity options are available on the vivo Y12a, including Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi, USB, GPS, and support for 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. For calling, SMS sending, and data access, it includes two SIM card slots.
A 5000mAh battery powers the phone, although it does not allow wireless charging and only enables rapid charging.
Touch ID and Face ID are among vivo Y12a’s security features. It also has a number of sensors, including a compass, an accelerometer, a proximity sensor, and a fingerprint sensor.
The vivo Y12a is offered in Pakistan as of May 23, 2023, with a starting price of PKR 20,000. As of this date, PKR 20,000 is the lowest pricing for the vivo Y12a.
Infinix Hot 10i
On May 20, 2021, Infinix released the Hot 10i, an entry-level smartphone that is both economical and capable. It is powered by a Mali-G52 (MC2) GPU and a Mediatek Helio G70 processor. The phone has 128 GB of storage space and 4 GB of RAM.
A capacitive touchscreen with multitouch capability and a 6.52-inch IPS LCD display is available on the Infinix Hot 10i.
The Infinix Hot 10i includes a 5 MP front camera for taking selfies and a 13 MP back camera. The back camera enables video recording in both 720p and 1080p at 30 frames per second, while the front camera only supports video recording in 720p at 30 frames per second. Face unlock, video calling, and selfie mode are features of the front camera, while Face detection, continuous shooting, autofocus, digital zoom, panorama, geotagging, HDR, white balance settings, scene mode, ISO settings, macro mode, phase detection, touch focus, exposure compensation, and self-timer are features of the rear camera.
Numerous connectivity options are available on the Infinix Hot 10i, including Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, USB, GPS, and support for 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. For calling, SMS sending, and data access, it includes two SIM card slots.
The phone is furnished with a 6000mAh battery that can be charged quickly but not wirelessly.
The Infinix Hot 10i has Touch ID and Face ID as security measures. Additionally, it has a number of sensors, including a fingerprint reader, proximity sensor, compass, and accelerometer.
The starting pricing for the Infinix Hot 10i in Pakistan is PKR 19,800. On May 23, 2023, the Infinix Hot 10i will be available for PKR 19,800.
Samsung Galaxy A02s
The Samsung Galaxy A02s is a cost-effective entry-level smartphone that Samsung announced on January 4, 2021. It is equipped with an Adreno 506 GPU and a Snapdragon 450 CPU. There are several RAM and storage configurations available for the phone, including 1GB, 2GB, 3GB, or 4GB of RAM and 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB of storage memory.
The Samsung Galaxy A02s offers an Infinity-V Display, which means it has a little V-shaped notch at the top for the front camera. It sports a 6.5-inch PLS IPS display with HD+ quality.
The Samsung Galaxy A02s has three cameras with resolutions of 13 MP, 2 MP, and 2 MP on the back in addition to a 5 MP front camera for snapping selfies. The rear camera is also capable of capturing videos with the same resolution and frame rate as the front camera, which allows video recording up to 1080p at 30 frames per second. Selfie mode, Portrait mode, and Bokeh effect are features available on the front camera, while Portrait mode, Live Focus, Bokeh effect, Wide Angle, Depth Camera, Macro Camera, and LED flash are features available on the back camera.
The Samsung Galaxy A02s has a variety of connectivity options, including Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi, USB, GPS, and support for 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. For making calls, sending SMS, and using data, it features two Nano SIM slots.
The phone is furnished with a 5000mAh battery that can be charged quickly but not wirelessly. Face ID is one of the device’s security features, and it also has sensors such as a proximity sensor and an accelerometer.
In Pakistan, the Samsung Galaxy A02s costs PKR 17,800, with the lowest price set for May 23, 2023.
vivo Y1s
On November 26, 2020, Vivo unveiled the vivo Y1s, a budget-friendly entry-level smartphone. The PowerVR GE8320 GPU and Helio P35 processor power it. 32GB of storage memory and 2GB or 3GB of RAM are included with the phone.
The vivo Y1s has an IPS LCD screen that measures 6.2 inches diagonally, has a Halo FullView Display with blue light shielding, and uses Face Access to unlock the phone.
The vivo Y1s includes a 13 MP back camera in addition to a 5 MP front camera for selfies. The back camera can record films up to 1080p at 30 fps, while the front camera allows video recording up to 720p at 30 fps. Selfie mode and other capabilities are available on the front camera, while LED flash, Panorama, HDR, and PDAF are available on the back camera.
The vivo Y1s has Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, USB, GPS, and compatibility for 2G, 3G, and 4G networks as connectivity choices. For making calls, sending SMS, and using data, it features two Nano SIM slots.
Despite not supporting wireless charging, the phone’s 4030mAh battery allows rapid charging. Face ID is one of the device’s security features, and it also has sensors like an accelerometer, gyroscope, and compass.
In Pakistan, the vivo Y1s cost PKR 18,799, with the lowest price set for May 23, 2023.
Infinix Hot 10
On October 17, 2020, Infinix unveiled the Infinix Hot 10, an entry-level smartphone that is both inexpensive and functional. It has an ARM Mali G52 GPU and a MediaTek Helio G70 CPU. The phone has 64GB or 128GB of storage memory and either 4GB or 6GB of RAM.
The Infinix Hot 10 has an Infinity-O display design with 2.5D curved glass and multi-touch capabilities on its 6.78-inch IPS display.
The Infinix Hot 10 includes four rear cameras with 16 MP, 2 MP, 2 MP, and 0.08 MP resolutions and an 8 MP front camera for capturing selfies. The back camera can also record videos up to 1080p at 30 fps, and the front camera enables video recording up to 1080p at 30 fps. Wide-angle capabilities, a dual LED light, and face unlock are some of the features of the front camera. The rear camera, on the other hand, has features like AI Lens, Bokeh Lens, Macro Lens, and a number of shooting modes, including panoramic, continuous shooting, autofocus, face detection, and more.
The Infinix Hot 10 has Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, USB, GPS, and compatibility for 2G, 3G, and 4G networks as connectivity choices. For making calls, sending SMS, and accessing data, it features two Nano-SIM slots.
A 5200mAh battery powers the device; it enables rapid charging but not wireless charging. The Infinix Hot 10’s starting price in Pakistan is PKR 19,500, and the lowest price will be that amount as of May 23, 2023.
