Best Phones Under ₹12,000

Best Phones Under ₹12,000

Looking for the best phone under ₹12,000 in India? Here are the top 6 picks ranked by specs score and value — with prices, full specs and reviews.

3 Products TestedUpdated 28/06/2026

Finding the best phone under ₹12,000 in India in 2026 is easier than you think. We compared every option in this budget by specifications score, value score and real-world usability, and shortlisted the top 6. All prices below are the lowest live store prices — they update automatically as prices change.

Top Phones under ₹12,000:

  1. Motorola G34 5G (₹11,999) — solid choice. Specs score 43.
  2. Lava Bold N2 5G (₹11,999) — solid choice. Specs score 42.
  3. Samsung Galaxy M07 4G (₹9,999) — solid choice. Specs score 41.
  4. Samsung Galaxy M06 5G (₹11,499) — solid choice. Specs score 38.
  5. Realme Narzo 80 Lite 4G (₹11,498) — solid choice. Specs score 37.

Every pick below includes full specifications, an expert review, price history and comparisons with similar models — so you can check before you buy.

🏆 EDITOR'S CHOICE

Samsung Galaxy M06 5G

Highest combined score for this category.

🥇 Best Overall
Samsung Galaxy M06 5G

Samsung Galaxy M06 5G

Samsung

₹11,499

Best Available Price

4.2Specs:38Expert:8Value:8.8

Why We Recommend

✓MediaTek Dimensity 6300
✓6.74" LCD
✓90Hz
✓5000mAh
⚖️

Pros & Cons

What we liked and disliked about this product.

👍 Why Buy

Reliable Dimensity 6300 performance
Samsung Knox security
4 years of software support
5000mAh battery
25W fast charging
Expandable storage up to 1.5TB
5G connectivity

👎 Why Avoid

HD+ display resolution
No AMOLED panel
Average gaming performance
No ultra-wide camera
🥈 Runner Up
Realme Narzo 80 Lite 4G

Realme Narzo 80 Lite 4G

Realme

₹11,498

Best Available Price

4.3Specs:37Expert:8.2Value:9

Why We Recommend

✓UNISOC T7250
✓6.74" IPS LCD
✓90Hz
✓6300mAh
⚖️

Pros & Cons

What we liked and disliked about this product.

👍 Why Buy

Huge 6300mAh battery
Smooth 90Hz display
Android 15 with Realme UI
Expandable storage support
Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
IP54 splash resistance
3.5mm headphone jack
Reverse charging support
Affordable pricing
Good value for everyday use

👎 Why Avoid

No 5G support
HD+ display instead of Full HD+
Entry-level Unisoc chipset
Basic camera performance
15W charging is relatively slow
Single rear camera setup
🥉 Great Value
Samsung Galaxy M07 4G

Samsung Galaxy M07 4G

Samsung

₹9,999

Best Available Price

4.3Specs:37Expert:7.9Value:8.8

Why We Recommend

✓MediaTek Helio G99
✓6.7" LCD
✓60Hz
✓5000mAh
⚖️

Pros & Cons

What we liked and disliked about this product.

👍 Why Buy

Powerful MediaTek Helio G99 processor
Large 6.7-inch display for multimedia
50MP primary camera captures detailed photos
Long-lasting 5000mAh battery
25W fast charging support
Android 15 with One UI 7
IP54 dust and splash resistance
Dedicated microSD card slot
Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
3.5mm headphone jack
USB OTG support
Promised long-term Android and security updates

👎 Why Avoid

No 5G connectivity
HD+ resolution instead of Full HD+
LCD display instead of AMOLED
Only 4GB RAM in the base model
No ultra-wide camera
Plastic build
No stereo speakers
Charger may not be included in some regions
📊 Product Comparison

Compare Top Products

Side-by-side comparison of specifications, ratings, pricing and features.

Product
Samsung Galaxy M06 5G (4GB + 64GB)
Realme Narzo 80 Lite 4G (4GB + 64GB)
Samsung Galaxy M07 4G
Brand
Samsung
Realme
Samsung
Category
Mobiles
Mobiles
Mobiles
Overall Rank
73
75
74
Group Rank
73
75
74
Rating
4.2
4.3
4.3
Specs Score
38
37
37
Expert Score
8
8.2
7.9
Value Score
8.8
9
8.8
Price
₹11,499
₹11,498
₹9,999
Mobile Specifications
Display Size
6.74 Inches
6.74 Inches
6.7 Inches
Display Type
LCD
IPS LCD
LCD
Resolution
720 × 1600
720 x 1600
720 x 1600
Refresh Rate
90 Hz
90 Hz
60 Hz
Brightness
800 Nits
563 Nits
800 Nits
PPI
260 PPI
264 PPI
262 PPI
Screen Protection
Standard Scratch Resistant Glass
Not Officially Specified
Not Officially Specified
Processor
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
UNISOC T7250
MediaTek Helio G99
Fabrication Node
6 nm
6 nm
6 nm
Antutu Score
4,22,141
3,10,000
4,30,000
RAM
4 GB
4 GB
4 GB
RAM Type
LPDDR4X
LPDDR4X
LPDDR4X
Storage
64GB
64GB
64 GB
Storage Type
eMMC / Internal Storage
UFS 2.2
UFS 2.2
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
6300 mAh
5000 mAh
Fast Charging
25 W
15 W
25 W
Wireless Charging
No
No
No
Reverse Charging
No
Yes
No
Rear Camera
50MP + 2MP Dual Rear Camera
13MP (Wide)
50MP (Wide) + 2MP (Depth)
Rear Camera MP
50 MP
13 MP
50 MP
Front Camera MP
8 MP
5 MP
8 MP
Front Camera
8MP f/2.0 Wide
5MP Wide
8MP f/2.0 Wide
Video Recording
1080p 30fps
1080p @ 30fps
1080p @ 30fps
Operating System
Android 15
Android 15
Android 15
5G
Yes
No
No
WiFi
WiFi 5
WiFi 5
WiFi 5
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth 5.3
NFC
No
No
No
Fingerprint Sensor
Side-mounted
Side-mounted
Side-mounted
Face Unlock
Yes
Yes
Yes
IP Rating
-
IP52
IP54
Weight
191 g
201 g
184 g
SIM Type
Dual Nano SIM
Dual Nano SIM
Dual Nano SIM
CPU
Octa Core 2.4GHz
Octa-core 1.8GHz
Octa-Core (2× Cortex-A76 @ 2.2GHz + 6× Cortex-A55 @ 2.0GHz)
Camera Sensor
Samsung ISOCELL
Not Officially Specified
Samsung ISOCELL (Primary)
Camera Features
HDR, Portrait Mode, Digital Zoom up to 10x
Night Mode, Portrait Mode, Professional Mode, Panorama, Time-lapse, Slow Motion, Google Lens, Dual-view Video
Night Mode, Portrait, Panorama, Pro Mode, HDR, Hyperlapse, Slow Motion
Front Video Recording
1080p 30fps
720p @ 30fps
1080p @ 30fps
Custom UI
One UI Core 7.0
Realme UI
One UI 7
Battery Type
Li-Ion
Li-Po
Li-Po
Card Slot
Hybrid
Hybrid
Yes
GPS
Yes
Yes
Yes
Headphone Jack
Yes
Yes
Yes
Build Material
Plastic Frame, Plastic Back
Glass Front, Plastic Frame, Plastic Back
Plastic Frame & Plastic Back
Dimensions
167.4 × 77.4 × 8.0 mm
167.2 × 76.6 × 7.94 mm
164.4 × 77.4 × 7.6 mm
USB
USB Type-C
USB Type-C 2.0
USB Type-C 2.0
Launch Date
February 27, 2025
July 23, 2025
September 18, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best phone under ₹12,000 in India?

The Motorola G34 5G is our top pick — it has the highest specs score in this budget (43) at ₹11,999, and offers the best overall balance of features and value.

Is ₹12,000 a good budget for a phone in 2026?

Yes — at ₹12,000 you get phones with modern features such as solid choice. Brands compete heavily at this price, so you get excellent value.

Which one should you buy? Our number one pick is the Motorola G34 5G — it delivers the best combination of specs, price and value under ₹12,000. Use the comparison table above to compare any two models side by side, and check the price history before you buy.

Prices are updated daily from live store data. Bookmark this page — it refreshes whenever a price changes, so you always see today's best deal.

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