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AdaIheoma:
Because say na hard to break no mean say you go test am o 🤣

Something I plan use test coconut

Olamideee21:
I have not seen any review on the GT6, is it not in Nigeria?

It's available in Nigeria but not officially if you get what I mean.. most of the ones you see are ordered online or gotten from vendors. Check jiji or computer village

Bro that charging has to be improved like mad at least 33W Cos omooo

It has a decent camera performance

Darklantern:
I wonder how they take choose winner sef...

I guess they checked whatever resonated with the Media team

You no drop the sweet ones😭🤣🤣🤣

Iamajoke:
Can these phones play high end games?

They are all budget devices (entry level), but some of them like the realme Note 50 can handle light gaming

Olamideee21:
Is the realme C61 5G?

No its not

In Nigeria, finding a smartphone that balances performance, durability, and affordability can be a challenge. Fortunately, brands like Tecno, Infinix, realme, Samsung, and Redmi have stepped up to offer feature-packed devices in the ₦100,000 to ₦180,000 price range. Whether you're a student, professional, or casual user, there's a budget smartphone for you.
Here we did a ranking for each phone based on their pricing, we sourced on reputable stores online and official RRPs before we gave a verdict. Let's dive into it

1. realme Note 50 (₦119,000–₦139,000)
Perks:

Display: 6.74-inch HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling.

Battery: Massive 5000mAh battery with 10W fast charging.

Performance: Unisoc T612 chipset, 4GB RAM, and 64GB storage (expandable).

Camera: 13MP dual rear camera and 5MP front camera.

Disadvantages:

No 5G support.

Charging speed is relatively slow.

Why It’s Great: The Realme Note 50 offers a large display, long battery life, and decent performance for its price. It’s perfect for everyday use and light gaming.

2. Tecno POP 9 (₦122,000–₦150,000)
Perks:

Display: 6.56-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch.

Battery: 5000mAh battery for all-day usage.

Design: Sleek and lightweight design.

Software: Runs on HiOS 13 based on Android 13 Go Edition.

Disadvantages:

Limited performance for multitasking.

Basic camera setup (13MP rear and 8MP front).

Why It’s Great: The Tecno POP 9 is a solid entry-level smartphone with a long-lasting battery and a modern design.

3. Samsung Galaxy A06 (₦122,000–₦145,000)
Perks:

Display: 6.6-inch HD+ Infinity-V display.

Performance: Octa-core processor with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.

Camera: 50MP main camera for decent photography.

Brand Reliability: Samsung’s reputation for quality and software updates.

Disadvantage:

No fast charging.

Plastic build feels less premium.

Why It’s Great: The Samsung Galaxy A06 offers a reliable camera and smooth performance, making it a great choice for Samsung fans.

4. Redmi 13C (₦145,000)
Perks:

Display: 6.74-inch HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate.

Performance: MediaTek Helio G85 chipset, 4GB RAM, and 128GB storage.

Camera: 50MP main camera and 8MP front camera.

Battery: 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging.

Disadvantages:

Slightly heavier compared to competitors.

MIUI software can feel bloated.

Why It’s Great: The Redmi 13C delivers excellent value with its smooth display, powerful chipset, and large storage.

5. Itel S24 (₦133,000–₦180,000)
Perks:

Display: 6.6-inch HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate.

Battery: 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging.

Camera: 50MP main camera and 8MP front camera.

Design: Sleek and modern design.

Disadvantages:

Average performance for heavy multitasking.

Limited software updates.

Why It’s Great: The Itel S24 offers a premium design and decent performance for its price, making it a good choice for budget-conscious users.

6. Realme C61 (₦153,000–₦182,000)
Perks:

Display: 6.72-inch HD+ display.

Battery: 5000mAh battery with 10W charging.

Camera: 50MP main camera and 5MP front camera.

Performance: Unisoc T612 chipset with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.

Disadvantages:

No fast charging.

Average low-light camera performance.

Why It’s Great: The Realme C61 is a reliable budget smartphone with a large display and decent camera performance.

7. Infinix Hot 50i (₦140,000–₦170,000)
Perks:

Display: 6.6-inch HD+ display.

Battery: 5000mAh battery with 10W charging.

Camera: 13MP dual rear camera and 8MP front camera.

Performance: Octa-core processor with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.

Disadvantages:

No fast charging.

Average build quality.

Why It’s Great: The Infinix Hot 50i is a budget-friendly option with decent performance and a large battery.

8. Tecno Spark 30C (₦145,000)
Perks:

Display: 6.6-inch HD+ display.

Battery: 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging.

Camera: 16MP main camera and 8MP front camera.

Performance: Octa-core processor with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.

Disadvantages:

Average camera performance in low light.

Limited software updates.

Why It’s Great: The Tecno Spark 30C offers fast charging and a decent camera setup for its price.

9. Redmi 14C (₦129,000–₦163,000)
Perks:

Display: 6.71-inch HD+ display.

Battery: 5000mAh battery with 10W charging.

Camera: 50MP main camera and 5MP front camera.

Performance: Snapdragon 680 chipset with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.

Disadvantages:

No fast charging.

MIUI software can feel heavy.

Why It’s Grea[/b]t: The Redmi 14C offers a reliable camera and smooth performance for its price.

10. Itel P65 (₦130,000–₦175,000)
[b]Perks:

Display: 6.6-inch HD+ display.

Battery: 5000mAh battery with 10W charging.

Camera: 13MP dual rear camera and 8MP front camera.

Performance: Octa-core processor with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.

Disadvantages:

Average performance for heavy tasks.

Basic camera setup.

Why It’s Great: The Itel P65 is a budget-friendly option with a large battery and decent performance.


Final Ranking (Best to Least)
1.realme Note 50 – Best overall for performance and battery life.

2.Tecno POP 9 – Great for budget-conscious users.

3.Samsung Galaxy A06 – Reliable and trusted brand.

4.Redmi 13C – Excellent value for money.

5.Itel S24 – Premium design and decent performance.

6.realme C61 – Reliable and affordable.

7.Infinix Hot 50i – Budget-friendly with decent features.

8.Tecno Spark 30C – Fast charging and decent camera.

9.Redmi 14C – Reliable but lacks fast charging.

10.Itel P65 – Basic but affordable.

CONCLUSION
The realme Note 50 takes the crown as the best budget smartphone in this range, offering a smooth display, long battery life, and solid performance. However, each phone on this list has its strengths, so your choice will depend on your specific needs and preferences. Whether you prioritize camera quality, battery life, or brand reliability, there’s something for everyone in this price range!
So your choice will depend on your specific needs, whether it’s gaming, photography, or battery life. Let us know which one you’d pick in the comments !

What's a brand without customer's... One thing most foreign brands need to do is get a way of attending to their customer complaints in each and every region

B .. C61 comes in at a more premium performance at a little more than 30% increase in price... The answer is clean

This is Rilime(read it in Yoruba).... 🤣🤣🤣🤣...
Beware of what you are buying please ooo ..

Dimmah:
How durable is the C61? Can it survive minor drops?

Kagan drove a truck over it and it still works

I agree... But I think realme is trying to redefine that aspect. They are using UNISOC processors for their entry level devices and it's especially durable for workmen and the likes

It's a great budget smartphone

the phone is great

the dark green. personally i hate colours that are too loud . the sparkle gold no follow me at all

realme C61 takes nice pictures

Kim4Christ:
Can the chipset and processor handle gaming

Not for heavy duty or prolonged... No go dey load warzone, arena breakout or genshin ooo... Na dieee. But it runs most titles pretty well such as COD as I heard

It's way cheaper than C61 but I would say it comes with a slight decrease in specs and performance

Kim4Christ:
Can this device be produced in other color variant ?

It only has two color variants

Leilalee:
Is it water resistant or just anti splash?

Splash resistant

bioluwatinfe:
Yes! They need to improve on it so it can accommodate big apps effortlessly

It's a budget smartphone , I am waiting for them to launch their flagships in Nigeria

Isn't realme using UNISOC processors for their budget phones?

Rictus1:
not just water but every other element.. its a tough phone

Other element , I doubt so .... Don't use it near corrosive liquids though to be on the safe side .... Check what IP54 protects against

Leilalee:
Is it water resistant?

It is splash resistant not water resistant.... Two different things o