Best Smartphones Under ₹15,000 in 2025: Top 7 Budget Phones Review

Looking for a reliable, feature-packed smartphone under ₹15,000 in 2025? Whether you’re a student, gamer, or casual user, we’ve reviewed and compared 7 top budget smartphones that offer solid 5G performance, great battery life, and competitive cameras—all while staying affordable.

1. Poco M6 Pro 5G

  • Display: 6.79-inch FHD+ LCD, 90Hz
  • Processor: Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
  • RAM & Storage: 4GB/6GB RAM, 64GB/128GB Storage
  • Camera: 50MP + 2MP Rear | 8MP Front
  • Battery: 5000mAh with 18W charging
  • OS: MIUI 14 (Android 13)

Camera: Delivers decent daylight performance; average low-light quality.

Gaming: Smooth gameplay on medium settings for BGMI, Free Fire.

Pros: Affordable 5G, sturdy build.

Cons: No ultra-wide lens, only 18W charging.

2. Samsung Galaxy M14 5G

  • Display: 6.6″ PLS LCD, 90Hz
  • Processor: Exynos 1330
  • Camera: 50MP + 2MP + 2MP | 13MP Front
  • Battery: 6000mAh with 25W charging
  • OS: One UI Core 5 (Android 13)

Camera: Decent shots with good dynamic range.

Gaming: Performs well on moderate settings.

Pros: Long battery life, reliable UI.

Cons: Slightly bulky body.

3. Infinix Zero 5G 2023

  • Display: 6.78-inch FHD+ IPS LCD, 120Hz
  • Processor: Dimensity 920
  • RAM & Storage: 8GB/128GB
  • Camera: 50MP + 2MP + 2MP | 16MP Front
  • Battery: 5000mAh, 33W
  • OS: XOS based on Android 12

Camera: Good for daylight; lacks OIS.

Gaming: Great for mid-high settings gaming.

Pros: Smooth 120Hz screen, powerful processor.

Cons: Older Android version.

4. Motorola G73 5G

  • Display: 6.5-inch FHD+ LCD, 120Hz
  • Processor: Dimensity 930
  • RAM & Storage: 8GB/128GB
  • Camera: 50MP + 8MP Ultra-wide | 16MP Front
  • Battery: 5000mAh, 30W charging
  • OS: Near-stock Android 13

Camera: Natural color tones, ultra-wide option is useful.

Gaming: Runs most titles smoothly.

Pros: Clean UI, dual speakers.

Cons: No AMOLED display.

5. Realme Narzo 60x 5G

  • Display: 6.72-inch FHD+ LCD, 120Hz
  • Processor: Dimensity 6100+
  • RAM & Storage: 4GB/6GB RAM, 128GB Storage
  • Camera: 64MP + 2MP | 8MP Front
  • Battery: 5000mAh, 33W fast charging
  • OS: Realme UI 4.0 (Android 13)

Camera: Crisp in daylight, average night shots.

Gaming: Good for casual users.

Pros: Attractive design, decent battery life.

Cons: No ultra-wide sensor.

6. Lava Blaze 5G

  • Processor: Dimensity 6020
  • Display: 6.5″ HD+ LCD, 90Hz
  • Camera: 50MP dual, 8MP front
  • Battery: 5000mAh, 18W charging

Pros: Made in India, clean UI.

Cons: Only HD+ screen, basic gaming.

7. Infinix Zero 30 5G

  • Processor: Dimensity 8020
  • Display: 6.78″ FHD+ AMOLED, 144Hz
  • Camera: 108MP + 13MP ultra-wide, 50MP selfie
  • Battery: 5000mAh, 68W charging

Pros: Stunning display, amazing camera quality.

Cons: Slightly over ₹15,000 at times.

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📊 Comparison Table

Model Processor Display Camera Battery Starting Price (₹)
Poco M6 Pro Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 6.79″ LCD, 90Hz 50MP 5000mAh ₹9,999
Samsung M14 5G Exynos 1330 6.6″ LCD, 90Hz 50MP 6000mAh ₹12,490
Infinix Zero 5G Dimensity 920 6.78″ LCD, 120Hz 50MP 5000mAh ₹11,999
Motorola G73 Dimensity 930 6.5″ LCD, 120Hz 50MP 5000mAh ₹13,999
Realme Narzo 60x Dimensity 6100+ 6.72″ LCD, 120Hz 64MP 5000mAh ₹11,999
Lava Blaze 5G Dimensity 6020 6.5″ HD+ LCD 50MP 5000mAh ₹9,499
Infinix Zero 30 Dimensity 8020 6.78″ AMOLED, 144Hz 108MP 5000mAh ₹14,999

📢 Customer Reviews

  • Poco M6 Pro 5G: “Solid phone for the price.” – Aayush S.
  • Samsung M14 5G: “Battery beast, smooth UI.” – Richa K.
  • Infinix Zero 5G: “Powerful but camera could improve.” – Rajiv M.
  • Motorola G73: “Stock Android is the best!” – Neha T.
  • Realme Narzo 60x: “Reliable for daily use.” – Imran K.
  • Lava Blaze 5G: “Great Indian phone.” – Shruti B.
  • Infinix Zero 30: “Stunning design and camera.” – Arjun V.

⭐ Smartphone Ratings (2025)
Smartphone Performance Camera Battery Display Value for Money Average Rating
Poco M6 Pro 5G 8.5/10 8/10 8.5/10 8.2/10 9/10 8.4/10
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G 8/10 8/10 9/10 8.5/10 8.2/10 8.3/10
Infinix Zero 5G 2023 8.2/10 7.8/10 8/10 8/10 8.5/10 8.1/10
Motorola G73 5G 8.8/10 8.2/10 8.5/10 8.6/10 8.8/10 8.6/10
Realme Narzo 60x 5G 8/10 7.9/10 8.2/10 8.3/10 8/10 8.1/10
Lava Blaze 5G 7.8/10 7.5/10 8.5/10 7.9/10 8.5/10 8.0/10
Infinix Zero 30 5G 8.3/10 8.5/10 8.2/10 8.7/10 8.4/10 8.4/10

FAQs

  • Which is the best 5G phone under ₹15,000? Poco M6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy M14 5G.
  • Which one has the best camera? Infinix Zero 30 5G with 108MP rear camera.
  • Best gaming phone? Infinix Zero 5G and Motorola G73.
  • Longest battery life? Samsung Galaxy M14 with 6000mAh.

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