Best Mobile Phones Under $15000

Whether you are a first time smartphone user or looking to upgrade to a new one, there are plenty of mobile phones under $15000 to choose from. However, which are the best?
Samsung Galaxy M12

Among Samsung's M series smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy M12 is an excellent choice for budget users looking for a smartphone under 15000. The device is powered by an Exynos 850 processor and is available in three colours, namely black, white and blue. It is available with a no-cost EMI option, and has been launched with exciting launch offers.

Samsung Galaxy M12 comes with a 6.5-inch HD+ Infinity-V display. The display has a 90Hz refresh rate, which is great for smooth scrolling and animations. The display also supports Dolby Atmos audio.

The Samsung Galaxy M12 is also equipped with a quad-rear camera. The primary sensor is a 48MP unit, while the secondary camera is an 8MP ultra wide angle sensor. The phone also features a 2MP depth sensor. This is in addition to a 5MP ultra wide angle camera and an 8MP selfie camera.

The Samsung Galaxy M12 also features a dual-SIM (Nano) slot. The phone also sports a 6000 mAh battery, which can be charged using a 15W charger. The battery can last up to two days on a single charge, depending on how much you use it.

The Samsung Galaxy M12 features an Android-based One UI Core 3.1 OS. It also comes with a handful of cool tricks, such as Fast Face Unlock and multitasking. The M12 also comes with a dedicated microSD card slot, which can be used for expanding storage up to 1TB. The phone also features an earpiece, which is useful if you need to take phone calls.
Oppo K1

OPPO is one of the leading brands that provide innovative technology to its customers. The company is well known for producing smartphones that offer great performance and great value for money. It has also made its mark in the mobile accessories market. Some of its other products include mobile chargers, earphones, headphones and mobile batteries.

One of the latest smartphones from OPPO is the Oppo K1 next.  It was first launched in China in October and now it has been launched in India on February 12. It is available in two colour variants. One is Astral Blue and the other is Piano Black.

One of the main features of the Oppo K1 is its dual rear camera. Its cameras provide real-time portrait effects. The cameras also support video recording and auto flash. The camera also has face detection, digital zoom and exposure compensation.

Another feature that makes the OPPO K1 stand out from other smartphones is its in-screen fingerprint sensor. This allows users to unlock the device quickly and easily. The fingerprint sensor also supports gyroscope and accelerometer.

The OPPO K1 has been equipped with a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor. This processor provides smooth multitasking and gaming experience. The processor also supports 4GB of RAM.
LenovoZ2 plus

Featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor, 5-inch full HD display, 8-megapixel front and 13-megapixel back cameras, 4GB RAM, 32GB ROM, and Wi-Fi and 3G support, Lenovo Z2 Plus is a well-rounded device. It is also packed with professional sensors including a pro-fitness sensor, ambient light sensor, and a sensor processing unit.

A dedicated U-Health application provides users with a lot of real-time data relating to their physical and emotional health. It also tracks calories consumed, steps taken, and other metrics. The application also provides detailed graphs and data about the user's activities. It is a great way to track your fitness.

The device also boasts of a unique, supercharged home button that acts as a fingerprint scanner. The button also features an advanced capacitive sensor that can be customized to perform different tasks. The Z2 Plus also boasts of a 78.9-degree wide viewing angle, which is a big deal.

The device is also equipped with a dedicated app drawer. It features a sensor processing unit that supports PDAF, which helps with slow motion recording. It also supports 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth, and USB OTG.

The Lenovo Z2 Plus also features an advanced fingerprint sensor that can be customized for seven different tasks. It is also equipped with a supercharged home button that can be programmed for seven gestures.
Redmi 9C

Featuring a bezel-less waterdrop notch design, the Redmi 9C is among the cheapest Xiaomi smartphones to come out. The mobile is available in various colours and sizes, and has a triple camera setup at the back. It is also capable of shooting full HD videos.

The Redmi 9C is a dual SIM smartphone with a large 5000 mAh battery. It comes with a microSD slot for expanding storage. It is also compatible with GSM and 3G networks.

The Redmi 9C has a 6.53-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a 720x1600 pixel resolution. The phone's screen is capable of displaying 400 nits of maximum brightness. It also has an aspect ratio of 20:9.

The Redmi 9C also comes with a 5MP front camera. The front camera is capable of taking portrait selfies. The camera's video quality is OK. It also supports HDR and is capable of using a wide-angle lens. The camera can also capture images in low light.

The Redmi 9C has an intelligent power-saving technology that ensures unbeatable battery durability. It also has ISO control and exposure compensation. The battery can last for a full day of mixed usage. The phone also features a proprietary fast charging feature.
Honor 20i

Powered by the Android 9.0 (Pie) operating system, Honor 20i is a mid-range phone designed for those who don't want to spend a lot. Designed to last a full day on a single charge, the Honor 20i packs a 3400 mAh battery.

The Honor 20i features a fingerprint sensor on the rear panel. It also features a curved glass gradient finish. This makes the Honor 20i look good and feel solid. The display is full HD, with a screen size of 6.21 inches and a 1080 x 2340 pixel resolution. The screen is very vivid and bright.

Powered by the Huawei Kirin 710 octa-core chipset, Honor 20i packs plenty of power into a relatively small package. It isn't quite as powerful as the Snapdragon 845, but it does handle regular usage with ease.

Honor 20i features an impressive triple-camera set up. The rear module comprises a 24-megapixel primary sensor, a 2-megapixel depth sensor and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens. It's capable of capturing detailed shots in outdoor settings and has a dedicated night mode.

On the software front, Honor 20i runs Android 9.0 (Pie). It also features an intelligent UI that helps users manage phone features and functions. This smartphone is also certified by Google, which means you can rely on its security patches to keep it protected. It's also got a decent amount of free storage.
Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2

Asus has recently launched its ZenFone Max Pro M2 mobile in India. The phone has been priced at Rs.15,000 and offers good specifications. It comes with a 5,000mAh battery and runs on an octa-core Snapdragon 660 processor. This is the most powerful processor in the segment. The smartphone also features a good camera and an impressive battery life.

The ZenFone Max Pro M2's screen is a 6.3-inch Full HD+ display. The screen has a resolution of 2280x1080 pixels and Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection. The viewing angles are also good.

ZenFone Max Pro M2's camera app is easy to use. It offers features like panorama, night mode, and live effects. The phone also comes with three pre-installed third-party apps. Asus also offers 13 AI scene detection modes. The camera app also features a Face ID and an LED flash.

The notch on the Max Pro M2 houses the front camera and earpiece. Its design also helps the phone have a higher screen-to-body ratio.

The Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2 has a 5000mAh battery. It takes about three hours to charge the phone. It also comes with a 10-watt USB charger. The handset features a fingerprint magnet on the back.
Realme 8i

Powered by the MediaTek Helio G96, Realme 8i is the latest addition to the Realme range of mobiles. Realme claims that it offers 65% better performance than the Realme 7i. In addition to this, the 8i comes with a 5000mAh battery and an Octa-core processor. These are features that make this device an excellent gaming smartphone under 15k.

Realme 8i runs on Android v11 operating system and comes with Realme UI 2.0. In addition, the 8i comes with an Intelligent Processor that can intelligently vary between 48 Hz to 120 Hz to preserve battery life. This processor is paired with the Mali G57 MC2 GPU. This combination provides good gaming performance, but the battery life is not that efficient.

The RealMe 8i comes with a plastic frame and a good LCD panel. However, the glossy back can get smudged easily. The RealMe 8i also comes with a secondary noise cancellation microphone.

The 50MP primary sensor offers saturated colours, but it has poor low-light performance. Besides, it does not support OIS or OIS+, so you will not get the best quality video. However, the camera also comes with a night mode. In fact, the night mode doesn't do much. The camera needs to be improved in 2021.