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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 !

Is the realme C61 5G?

Can these phones play high end games?

Olamideee21:
Is the realme C61 5G?

No its not

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

Omo it's the realmeC61 for me. All those features for a budgeted price

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

oh I get now thanks for the heads up

Nice compilation of entry level phones

Bomboy1016:
Omo it's the realmeC61 for me. All those features for a budgeted price

Looks like it’s the best on the list

Olamideee21:
Is the realme C61 5G?

I doubt that

To me realmeNote50 and realmeC61 is the option.....it's a massive device aside the battery life 🔋...it possess lot of features that is other devices in the price range those not possess.

The best option without stress is realmeNote50 and realmeC61...if you take your time compare the features phone in the price range have ... realme device still top them...

So realme is the best no controversy

AdaIheoma:
Meanwhile, it's nice to know that there are so many options if you can't afford the overly expensive phones

right!!!
Nice thread

Can this phone handle multitask

Oyinkan99:
Can this phone handle multitask

righttt!! I'd like to know too

A06 has 6.7 display and has fast Charging (25W).
I'm not sure you will get it for 122k too. It should be 140-150k

What of Poco c75

E better make person use the money buy used xr , most of these phones can’t run heavy app especially if you’re trading, you’ll be frustrated.

Neat!
Which one would you actually recommend though??

Wow, thanks for the brief summary

Emu4life:
A06 has 6.7 display and has fast Charging (25W).
I'm not sure you will get it for 122k too. It should be 140-150k

Thank you for that info... I actually sourced the pricing on JIJI and other available outlets

overdrive:
What of Poco c75

I didn't think of POCO because they are more of midrangers from what I know (flagship, flagship killers but I guess they are now delving into the budget segment). I will do a review on those I missed

seanwilliam:
E better make person use the money buy used xr , most of these phones can’t run heavy app especially if you’re trading, you’ll be frustrated.

But what if in case you need an Android OS not iOS

Oyinkan99:
Can this phone handle multitask

Most of them can handle basic multitasking

ParadoxWrites:
But what if in case you need an Android OS not iOS

if you need Android , my brother, keep saving until u can afford Samsung or google pixel flagship even if it’s uk used.
I have one of the A SERIES, apart from the strong battery, nothing spectacular about it. I mostly use the phone as WiFi.

I need to get a small phone for my sister, Budget is between 90k - 120k, What phone do you guys advise

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- Xiaomi Redmi 14C
- New Sealed
- 4GB / 128GB storage
- Sage Green
- Excellent Condition
- Price : 145K only

- Infinix Hot 50i
- New Open Box
- 4GB / 128GB storage
- Purple colour
- Excellent working condition
- Price : 145K only

- Xiaomi Redmi A3 PRO
- New Sealed
- 4GB /128GB Storage
- Black
- Excellent Condition
- Price : 140K only

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I don't know why I hate all these phones with hot plates as camera. Na techo and infinix start this rubbish concepts.