Best Smartphones under 5000 Rupees with 3G/4G (Updated 2016)
If you are looking to buy a Smartphone under Rs. 5000/- then that means you are on a really tight budget. In Rs. 5k price segment don’t expect too much features and high specifications but you can get a decent Smartphone having basic features with average specifications. To help out the users on tight budget, here I am listing down some of the best and cheap Smartphones with 3G OR 4G functionality that you can find under a budget of Rs. 5000/.
Best Mobile Phones under Rs. 5000/- in India with 3G / 4G
Here are the top budget phones with 3G or 4G functionality that you can get under 5000/- Rupees. I am also providing here their specifications so that you can get a complete idea about them.
XOLO Era X
XOLO Era X is a newly launched android phone in 2016. It is definitely one of the best phones that you can get in a budget of Rs. 5k. It is priced slightly higher at Rs 5777/- but it is the worth your money. This is because it has pretty good specifications and features like 4G with VoLTE and Corning Gorilla Glass which you normally do not find in a phone in this price range.
XOLO Era X is powered by 1.5 GHz Quad-core Spreadtrum SC9830A processor. It has got 2 GB RAM, 8 GB Internal Memory which can be expanded to further 32 GB using microSD card. XOLO Era X has 5 inches HD (720 x 1280 pixels) display screen having reasonably good pixel density at 294 ppi. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass. It has got 8 Megapixel Primary Camera with LED flash and 5 MP front camera with LED flash for taking selfies. The battery is decent at 2500 mAh which is enough to last for at least one day with moderate usage. Below are the major specifications of XOLO Era X.
| XOLO Era X Specifications | |
| Processor | 1.5 GHz Quad-core Spreadtrum SC9830A processor |
| RAM | 2 GB |
| Display | 5 inches HD display, 294 ppi, Corning Gorilla Glass Protection |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB, microSD card slot (up to 32GB) |
| Camera | 8 MP Primary Camera with LED Flash and 5 MP Front Camera with LED flash |
| Features | FM Radio, GPS |
| Network / Connectivity | 3G / 4G LTE (VoLTE), Dual SIM, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Operating System (OS) | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Battery | Li-Po 2500 mAh, Removable |
| Price (approx.) | Rs. 5777/- |
Microsoft Lumia 435 Dual SIM
If you are not biased towards Android Phones and can live with Windows Phone then Microsoft Lumia 435 Dual SIM is truly one of the best phones that you can buy under 5000 Rupees. The specifications does not sound too high for this phone as compared to others in this list but this phone is a truly a performer, has excellent build quality and can last forever. Also it is a branded phone that comes with the solid badge of Microsoft with it.
Lumia 435 is dual sim 3G Windows Phone and it is powered by Snapdragon 200 Dual Core 1.2 GHz processor and Adreno 302 GPU. It comes with 1 GB RAM and 8 GB of internal storage. It has got 4 inches WVGA (480 x 800 pixels) display screen having 233 ppi pixel density. The phone runs on Microsoft Windows Phone 8.1 and upgrade to Windows 10 is planned in future. The phone lacks in camera department as it has got only 2 MP primary camera and a VGA secondary camera. The phones is equipped with 1560 mAh battery which is removable.
The specifications may look on the weaker side the phone is very reliable and it performs up to your expectations. Besides it also has the Microsoft Badge to it. So if you want a really reliable phone with peace of mind then this is the phone that you must go for in a budget of Rs. 5k. [ Highly Recommended by Me]
| Microsoft Lumia 435 Dual SIM Specifications | |
| Processor | 200 Dual Core 1.2 GHz processor |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Display | 4 inches WVGA display, 233 ppi |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB, expandable to 128 GB via microSD card |
| Camera | 2 MP primary camera and VGA front camera |
| Features | Basic features |
| Network / Connectivity | 2G / 3G, Dual SIM (Micro SIM) |
| Operating System (OS) | Windows 8.1 |
| Battery | Li-ion 1560 mAh, Removable |
| Price (approx.) | Rs. 4600/- |
XOLO One
Here is another good Xolo android phone for you in 5k budget; more precisely it is priced at around Rs. 5.5k. It is a bit old but overall a nice value for money (VFM) mobile phone that has got decent specifications in this price range. It is powered by Mediatek MT6582M Quad-core 1.3 GHz processor and has Mali-400MP2 as GPU. It comes with 1 GB RAM and 8 GB of internal storage. It has got 4.5 inches FWVGA (480 x 854 pixels) display screen having 218 ppi pixel density.
The Primary camera is of 5 Megapixels with LED flash and there is a VGA secondary camera also. The battery is rather average and it is rated at 1700 mAh which is removable.
| XOLO One Specifications | |
| Processor | Mediatek MT6582M Quad-core 1.3 GHz processor |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Display | 4.5 inches FWVGA display, 218 ppi |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB, expandable to 32 GB via microSD card |
| Camera | 5 MP Primary Camera and VGA Secondary Camera |
| Features | Basic features |
| Network / Connectivity | 2G / 3G, Dual SIM |
| Operating System (OS) | Android 4.2.2 (Kitkat) |
| Battery | Li-ion 1700 mAh, Removable |
| Price (approx.) | Rs. 5500/- |
XOLO Prime
Another value for money budget android phone from XOLO. XOLO Prime is very close to XOLO One in terms of specifications and price. The main difference is that it got a slightly bigger battery and Android Lollipop as OS. Below are the specifications of XOLO Prime.
| XOLO Prime Specifications | |
| Processor | Mediatek MT6582M Quad-core 1.3 GHz processor |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Display | 4.5 inches FWVGA display, 218 ppi |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB, expandable to 32 GB via microSD card |
| Camera | 5 MP primary camera with LED flash and VGA secondary camera |
| Features | Basic features |
| Network / Connectivity | 2G / 3G, Dual SIM |
| Operating System (OS) | Android 5 (Lollipop) |
| Battery | Li-Ion 1800 mAh, Removable |
| Price (approx.) | Rs. 5500/- |
Lava P7
Lava is an Indian mobile phone company that imports phones from China and sells them under their brand name. They are known for their budget and value for money android phones. Lava P7 is one of such phone that is priced at Rs. 5000/-.
Lava P7 is powered by a 1.2 GHz quad-core processor. It has got 1 GB RAM and 8GB of internal storage. The display is of 5 inches that has resolution of 480 x 854 pixels and 196 pixel density. The display screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass which you do not normally see in a phone in this price range. The phone is equipped with 2000 mAh Li-Ion removable battery.
| Lava P7 Specifications | |
| Processor | 1.2 GHz quad-core processor |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Display | 5 inches HD display, 196 ppi |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB, expandable to 32 GB via microSD card |
| Camera | 5 MP primary with LED flash and VGA secondary camera |
| Features | Basic features, FM Radio |
| Network / Connectivity | 2G / 3G |
| Operating System (OS) | Andorid 5.1 (Lollipop), Upgradable to Android 6 (Marshmallow) |
| Battery | Li-ion 2000 mAh, removable |
| Price (approx.) | Rs. 5000/- |
Lenovo A2010
Lenovo A2010 is a very good phone to buy if you have a budget under 5000 Rupees. It is a 4G phone and it has pretty nice specifications considering this price range of 5k. The phone has got a decent processor, HD display and decent battery. Below are the specifications of Lenovo A2010.
| Lenovo A2010 Specifications | |
| Processor | Mediatek MT6735M Quad-core 1 GHz |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Display | 4.5 inches HD display (480 x 854 pixels), 218 ppi |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB, microSD card slot (32GB) |
| Camera | 5 MP font camera with LED flash and 2 MP secondary camera |
| Features | Basic features, FM Radio |
| Network / Connectivity | 2G / 3G / 4G LTE, Dual SIM, WiFi, GPS etc. |
| Operating System (OS) | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Battery | Li-Po 2000 mAh, Removable |
| Price (approx.) | Rs. 5000/- |
Intex Aqua Life 3
Intex is local Indian company and it is mainly famous for its budget computer peripherals. Intex has also entered in the android smartphone market and has come with very good smartphones in budget category. Intex Aqua Life 3 is a phone that caters the need of users who want to buy a decent android phone under Rs. 5k with Android Lollipop. The phone has got decent specifications which are being mentioned below.
| Intex Aqua Life 3 Specifications | |
| Processor | 1.2 GHz quad core processor |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Display | 5 inch HD display (1280 x 720 pixels), 262k colors |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB, expandable to 32 GB via microSD card |
| Camera | 5 MP primary camera and 0.3 MP (VGA) secondary camera |
| Features | Basic features |
| Network / Connectivity | 2G / 3G, Dual SIM |
| Operating System (OS) | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Battery | Li-ion 2000 mAh battery |
| Price (approx.) | Rs. 4800/- |
Karbonn S35
Karbonn S35 is an android smartphone from Karbonn which is India Mobile Phone Company. They also import their products from china and sold them under their name. Anyways Karbonn S35 is a pretty good mobile phone under Rs. 5000/- and here are its specifications.
| Karbonn S35 Specifications | |
| Processor | 1.2 GHz quad core processor |
| RAM | 1 GB RAM |
| Display | 4.5 inches FWVGA Screen ( 480 x 854 pixels) |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB, expandable to 32 GB via microSD card |
| Camera | 5 MP primary camera with LED flash and 2 MP front camera |
| Features | FM Radio |
| Network / Connectivity | 2G / 3G, Dual SIM (WCDMA + GSM), Wifi |
| Operating System (OS) | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Battery | Li-ion 1850 mAh |
| Price (approx.) | Rs. 4300/- |
Swipe ELITE 2
Many of you have never heard of this mobile phone company before. Swipe is a small mobile phone company that makes budget android phones and tablets. I am mentioning this phone here because it has got good specifications and users reviews. It is a 4G phone that is a great plus because you won’t normally find 4G LTE phones in sub 5k price segment.
Swipe ELITE 2 is powered by a 64-bit 1.3 GHz Quad-core processor and comes with 1 GB RAM. It has got 8 GB of internal memory which can be expanded to further 32 GB using microSD card. The phone comes with 4.5 inches qHD IPS display that is quite vivid. The display screen is protected by Scratch Resistant glass. The phone also impresses on camera department as it has got 8 megapixels primary camera with LED flash and 5 MP secondary camera for clicking some amazing selfies. The phone runs on Android Lollipop with its custom Freedom OS 1.1. Swipe ELITE 2 has got decent battery which is rated at 1900 mAh.
| Swipe Elite 2 Specifications | |
| Processor | 1.3 GHz Quad-core processor, 64-bit |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Display | 4.5 inches qHD, Scratch Resistant |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB |
| Camera | 8 MP primary with LED flash and 5 MP secondary camera |
| Features | FM radio and basic features |
| Network / Connectivity | 3G / 4G, Dual SIM (LTE + LTE), Wifi, Bluetooth |
| Operating System (OS) | Android v5.1 Lollipop with Freedom OS 1.1 |
| Battery | Li-ion 1900 mAh |
| Price (approx.) | Rs. 4600/- |
ZTE Blade Qlux 4G
ZTE Blade Qlux 4G is a 4G LTE enabled android Smartphone under Rs. 5k segment. It is a dual SIM phone and has pretty decent specifications which you can find below.
| ZTE Blade Qlux Specifications | |
| Processor | 1.3 GHz MediaTek MTK6732M Quad Core Processor |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Display | 4.5 inches IPS display, 480 x 854 pixels |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB, expandable to 32 GB using microSD card |
| Camera | 8 MP primary camera with LED flash and 5 MP front facing camera |
| Features | FM Radio and basic features |
| Network / Connectivity | 3G / 4G |
| Operating System (OS) | Android v4.4 (Kitkat), Upgradable to Lollipop |
| Battery | Li-ion 2200 mAh |
| Price (approx.) | Rs. 4400/- |
InFocus M260
InFocus M260 is an Android Smartphone from InFocus which is an American company that manufactures DLP projectors, LCD projectors, large-format touch PCs and displays, video phones, video calling services, LED televisions tablets, software, smartphones.
InFocus M260 is a dual SIM 3G phone that is priced below Rs. 5000/- bracket. Here the full specifications of this android phone. It is a good budget phone and you can certainly buy it if you want to stand different from the crowd.
| InFocus M260 Specifications | |
| Processor | 1.3 GHz Quad Core processor |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Display | 4.5 inches display, 480 x 854 resolution |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB, expandable to 32 GB via microSD card |
| Camera | 5 MP primary camera and 2 MP front camera |
| Features | Basic features |
| Network / Connectivity | 2G / 3G, Dual SIM |
| Operating System (OS) | Android 5.1 Lollipop |
| Battery | 2000 mAh |
| Price (approx.) | Rs. 4200/- |
Lava Iris Atom 2X
A decent android phone from Lava that runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop. It is dual SIM 3G phone and below are its specifications.
| Lava Iris Atom 2X Specifications | |
| Processor | 1.3 GHz Quad core processor |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Display | 4.5 inches 480 x 854 pixels, 198 ppi pixel density |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB, expandable to 32 GB via microSD card |
| Camera | 5 MP primary camera with LED flash and 0.3 MP secondary camera |
| Features | Basic |
| Network / Connectivity | 3G, Dual SIM, Wifi, Bluetooth |
| Operating System (OS) | Android 5.1 lollipop |
| Battery | Li-ion 2000 mAh |
| Price (approx.) | Rs. 4500/- |
Still Confused? Then Ask me
Even after seeing this list of mobile phones under Rs. 5000/- segment, you still cannot make up your mind on which mobile phone to buy then you can ask me by leaving a comment below clearly stating your requirements and needs.
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Pl.refer 7000 and 5500 segment phone later 25.08.2026.thnx
I did not get you.
Best phone of price rs.5000 2016-2017.
Go for Swipe Elite 4G