Price list: Best smartphones under Rs 20,000 as of October 2024

The grand festive season for the Nepali calendar year 2081 BS has begun in full swing. Discounts, offers, and prizes can be seen all over the country. As a result, smartphone sales have boomed.

With endless options in different price categories, choosing the right one can be confusing. To help you out, we have compiled a list of the best smartphones under Rs 20,000 in Nepal, perfect for those looking for budget-friendly options.

List of smartphones under Rs 20,000 in Nepal

1. Infinix Hot 40i

First on the list of the best smartphones under Rs 20,000 is the Infinix Hot 40i. Infinix has been active in the Nepali market with impressive options like the Infinix GT 20 Pro which competes highly in the gaming phone market of Nepal. The Hot 40i is available in three memory options; 4GB RAM with 128GB storage, 8GB RAM with 128GB storage and 8GB RAM with 256GB storage.

The Infinix Hot 40i has a plastic back with a square camera module. It weighs 190 grams and features a 6.56-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 1612 x 720, a 90Hz refresh rate and 480 nits of peak brightness. It is powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset and Mali-G57 MP1 as the GPU. It runs on XOS 13 based on Android 13. For connectivity, it supports dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth, and dual SIM with LTE.

The smartphone has a 50MP main rear camera and a 0.08 MP auxiliary lens, while the front has a 32MP selfie camera. The Infinix Hot 40i has a 5000 mAh battery with 18W wired charging. As for sensors, it includes a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, proximity sensor and compass. For audio, it has a 3.5mm headphone jack and a single loudspeaker. It is available in four colours: Horizon Gold, Starlit Black, Palm Blue and Starfall Green.

The Infinix Hot 40i costs Rs 14,999 for the 4GB RAM and 128GB storage, Rs 17,999 for the 8GB RAM with 128GB storage and Rs 19,999 for the 8GB RAM with 256GB storage.

2. Samsung Galaxy A06

Second on the list is the latest budget smartphone from Samsung; the Samsung Galaxy A06. The smartphone is the successor to the popular budget smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy A05 which falls in the top ten of the most sold smartphone in the early quarter of 2024. The A06 has a few upgrades from its predecessor.

The Samsung Galaxy A06 features a design similar to the Galaxy A05, with a dual rear camera system and a glossy back finish accented by parallel lines for a unique look. The plastic frame has a brushed aluminium finish and the power button adopts Samsung’s new island design. The front display is a 6.7-inch PLS LCD with a water drop notch for the selfie camera. It offers a 1600 x 720 resolution, 60Hz refresh rate and 16 million colour depth. The screen-to-body ratio is 83.8%, slightly larger than its predecessor, with slim side bezels and a thicker bottom bezel.

The MediaTek Helio G85 chipset powered the smartphone with an octa-core CPU and Mali-G52 MC2 GPU. It runs on Android 14 and gives 2 years of OS updates and 4 years of security updates. The rear camera setup includes a 50MP main lens and a 2MP depth sensor; the front camera is an 8MP sensor. The smartphone features a 5000 mAh battery with 25W charging. It has dual SIM support and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. It is available in Blue, Black and Gold colour options.

The price of the Samsung Galaxy A06 in Nepal is Rs 15,499 for the 4/64GB option, Rs 17,499 for the 4/128GB option and Rs 19,499 for the 6/128GB option.

3. Vivo Y18

The Vivo Y18 comes third on the list of the best smartphones under Rs 20,000 and has an aesthetically pleasing design. The Vivo Y18 is available in one memory option of 6GB RAM paired with 128GB of storage. The back is made of plastic and has a matte finish in the Mocha Brown and a wavy pattern in the Wave Aqua colour option.

The Vivo Y18 weighs 185 grams with a 6.56-inch LCD that supports a 90Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 1612 x 720. It runs on the Mediatek Helio G85 chipset with an octa-core CPU enough for everyday tasks. The smartphone operates on Funtouch 14 based on Android 14 and has 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage,

In terms of cameras, the Vivo Y18 features a 50MP main rear camera and an auxiliary 0.08MP lens. The 8MP front camera handles the selfies. It includes modern connectivity features like Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth 5.0, along with dual SIM support. The smartphone also has essential sensors like an accelerometer, proximity sensor and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for security. The audio is handled by a single loudspeaker and a 3.5mm headphone jack. It comes in two attractive colours: Mocha Brown and Wave Aqua and costs Rs 16,999 for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage option.

4. Honor X6b

The Honor X series in recent times has become quite popular in the budget smartphone category in Nepal. Among them, is the recently launched Honor X6b from the X series makes its way into the best smartphones under Rs 20,000 in Nepal. The X6b is part of the X6 series which also includes the Honor X6a and the Honor X6 smartphones. All three smartphones of the series share a similar design on the back and differ in the display features, chipset, battery and charging. The X6 launched first back in 2022 followed by X6a in 2023 and the latest the X6b this year.

The Honor X6b features a 6.56-inch TFT LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 1612 x 720. It can reach a peak brightness of 780 nits which is decent enough to view in bright conditions. As for performance, it is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 chipset with an octa-core CPU offering reliable performance for daily use. The smartphone runs on MagicOS 8.0 based on Android 14, and comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The 5200 mAh battery supports 35W wired charging for fast recharging.

The Honor X6b’s camera setup includes a 50MP main camera and a 2MP depth camera, along with a 5MP selfie camera. It supports dual SIM, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC for all-around connectivity. Other features include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a gravity sensor, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The smartphone is available in three colours: Forest Green, Starry Purple, and Midnight Black. The price of the Honor X6b for the available option in Nepal is Rs 16,999.

5. OnePlus Nord N30 SE 5G

The OnePlus Nord N30 SE 5G has got a huge discount making its way into the list of the best smartphones under Rs 20,000 in Nepal. Before the smartphone cost Rs 26,499 which after a discount now is available in Nepal at Rs 28,999. The Nord N30 SE 5G is also the only smartphone featuring a 5G network in the list. The smartphone is the successor of the OnePlus Nord N20 SE and has a new refreshed design, chipset and speakers.

The OnePlus Nord N30 SE 5G comes in two colour options: Cyan Sparkle with a shiny dual-tone finish and Black Satin with a glossy matte back. The plastic frame is flat with rounded edges and a shiny finish. The smartphone has a 6.72-inch IPS LCD with an FHD+ resolution of 2400 x 1080. The screen-to-body ratio is 91.4%, enhancing the viewing experience. The front has a centred hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera, and the bezels are relatively thin except for the slightly thicker chin.

In terms of performance, the N30 SE 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6020 chipset, which provides a good balance of performance and battery efficiency. It runs on OxygenOS 13.1 based on Android 13, with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The rear camera setup includes a 50MP main camera and a 2MP depth sensor, while the 8MP front camera offers decent selfies. The smartphone is powered by a 5000 mAh battery with 33W SUPERVOOC fast charging and it supports 5G, dual stereo speakers and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

The OnePlus Nord N30 SE 5G is available in Nepal at Rs 18,999 for the 4GB RAM and 128GB storage option.

6. Redmi 13 4G

Last on the list of the best smartphones under Rs 20,000 is the Redmi 13 4G. The Redmi 13 4G is the successor of the Redmi 12 4G which stormed the budget smartphone category. The Redmi 13 has a glass back which has been a key selling feature alongside the large display and battery life.

The Redmi 13 4G has a design similar to the Redmi 12, with minor changes such as a larger rear camera and a glass back, which adds a premium feel to the phone. It has a 6.79-inch FHD+ Dot display with a resolution of 2460 x 1080 and a 90Hz refresh rate. The display also supports TÜV Rheinland certifications for low blue light and flicker-free performance, along with IP53 dust and splash resistance. The phone features a plastic frame with a brushed aluminium finish and has a centred hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera.

The smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra chipset, the Redmi 13 4G comes in two memory configurations: 6GB RAM with 128GB storage and 8GB RAM with 256GB storage. The rear camera setup includes a 108MP main camera and a 2MP macro camera, while the front camera is 13MP. The smartphone has a 5030mAh battery with 33W wired charging support and offers connectivity options like dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4 and LTE. It also includes a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for security and is available in three colours: midnight black, pearl pink, and ocean blue.

The Redmi 13 4G costs Rs 18,999 for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage option whereas costs a bit more for the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage at Rs 21,999.