The entry-level smartphone segment may not be home to the most flashy devices, but they are well-equipped to handle basic tasks. If you need a secondary phone to go along with your daily driver, this is the segment you should be shopping in. These smartphones also make reliable devices for elderly folks whose primary tasks include calling and texting. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at the top 10 smartphones priced under Rs 10,000 in March 2026.
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Samsung Galaxy F06 5G
The Samsung Galaxy F06 5G packs the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset under its hood, which is a very good processor for this price bracket. It runs the Android 15-based One UI 7 OS out of the box and has been promised 4 major OS upgrades. Its 6.7-inch PLS LCD panel can reach 800 nits in High Brightness Mode. The pill-shaped camera cutout on the back panel houses a 50MP primary shooter and an auxiliary lens. The 5,000mAh battery pack supports 25W charging.
Pros
- Good processor
- 5 OS upgrades
- Big battery
Cons
- Lacks a stereo speaker setup
Motorola G06 Power
The Motorola G06 Power flaunts a 6.88-inch IPS LCD panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra chipset and runs Android 15 out of the box. The rear camera panel of the device houses a 50MP primary shooter. The waterdrop notch on the display contains an 8MP selfie camera. The smartphone is rated IP64 for dust and water resistance. It packs a massive 7,000mAh battery that supports 18W wired charging.
Pros
- Big display
- Great battery life
- Stock Android
Cons
- Not the best camera in the segment
Realme Narzo 80 Lite
The Realme Narzo 80 Lite is one of the best smartphones you can buy under Rs 10,000 right now. It is powered by the Unisoc T7250 processor and runs the Android 15-based Realme UI 5 out of the box. The smartphone is compliant with MIL-STD-810H durability standards. There is IP54 protection on board against dust and water. The 6.74-inch LCD panel has a 90Hz refresh rate and can reach 563 nits of brightness. The camera island on the back panel houses a 13MP primary shooter. The 5MP front-facing camera is nestled inside the waterdrop cutout on the display. The 6,300mAh battery pack supports 15W wired and 6W reverse wired charging.
Pros
- Durable
- Smooth display
- Big battery
Cons
- Lacks 5G connectivity
Acer Super ZX 5G
The Acer Super ZX packs the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC under its hood. It runs Android 15 out of the box. The 6.78-inch IPS LCD panel has a 120Hz refresh rate and 1,080 x 2,400p resolution. The giant circular camera island on the back panel houses a 64MP primary shooter, a 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. The 5,000mAh battery pack supports 33W charging. Dive into our review of the Acer Super ZX to learn more about its everyday performance.
Pros
- Nice design
- Good processor
- Fast charging
Cons
- Low-light photography fails to impress
Samsung Galaxy A06
Powering the Samsung Galaxy A06 is the MediaTek Helio G85 chipset. Software duties are handled by the Android 14-based One UI 6 out of the box. The 6.7-inch PLS LCD panel is smooth and bright. The smartphone has been promised 2 major OS upgrades. The rear camera array comprises a 50MP primary shooter and an auxiliary lens. The 8MP front-facing camera is housed in a waterdrop notch on the display. The 5,000mAh battery pack supports 25W wired charging.
Pros
- Big display
- Big battery
- Good main camera
Cons
- Lacks 5G connectivity
Redmi 14C 5G
The ‘starry trail’ design of the Redmi 14C is one of a kind. The smartphone draws power from the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset and runs the Android 14-based HyperOS out of the box. Its 6.88-inch IPS LCD panel has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach 450 nits of typical brightness. The giant camera island on the back panel houses a 50MP primary shooter and an auxiliary lens. The 5,160mAh battery pack supports 18W charging. Check out our Redmi 14C review to learn more about the smartphone.
Pros
- Exciting design
- Smooth display
- Big battery
Cons
- Contains bloatware
Poco C75 5G
Poco C75 is the rebadged version of the Redmi 14C. The two smartphones share the same specs and features. The C75 is also powered by the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 SoC. It runs the Android 14-based HyperOS 2 out of the box. Poco has promised 2 major OS upgrades for the smartphone. The 6.88-inch IPS LCD panel has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach 600 nits in High Brightness Mode. The rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter and an auxiliary lens. The 5,160mAh battery pack supports 18W charging. Read our Poco C75 5G review to learn more about its everyday performance.
Pros
- Nice design
- Big display
- Good battery life
Cons
- 5G support is limited to Jio
Lava Shark 5G
The Lava Shark 5G flaunts a 6.75-inch IPS LCD panel. This display has a 90Hz refresh rate and a 720 x 1,612p resolution. The smartphone is powered by the Unisoc T765 processor. The back panel’s design is heavily inspired by the iPhone 12. The squarish rear camera panel houses the 13MP primary shooter. The 5MP front-facing camera is placed inside a waterdrop notch on the display. The 5,000mAh battery pack supports 18W charging. Read our Lava Shark review to learn how it fares in routine use.
Pros
- Clean design
- Big display
- No bloatware
Cons
- Photography in limited lighting is not up to the mark
Ai+ Pulse 2
The Ai+ Pulse 2 has a 6.75-inch HD+ LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the Unisoc T7250 processor. Software duties are handled by Android 16 out of the box. The camera island on the dual-tone back panel houses a 50MP primary shooter. The 8MP front-facing camera is placed in a waterdrop notch on the display. The smartphone is rated IP64 for dust and water resistance. Its 6,000mAh battery pack supports 18W wired charging.
Pros
- Nice design
- Big display
- Android 16 out of the box
Cons
- Lacks 5G connectivity
Tecno Spark Go 3
The Tecno Spark Go 3 is a new entry in the budget phone segment. It is powered by the Unisoc T7250 SoC and runs the Android 15-based HiOS 15 out of the box. Its 6.4-inch IPS LCD panel has a 120Hz refresh rate. There is IP64 protection on board against exposure to dust and water. Tecno claims that the device is drop-resistant up to 1.2m. The back panel has a 13MP primary shooter, while an 8MP front-facing camera lies in a notch on the display. The 5,000mAh battery pack supports 15W charging. Give our review of the Tecno Spark Go 3 a read before making the purchase.
Pros
- Big display
- Good audio output
- Captures nice selfies
Cons
- No 5G connectivity
Final Thoughts
These are the top 10 smartphones priced under Rs 10,000 in March 2026. If you can expand your budget by a small amount, we highly suggest you check out our top smartphone picks under Rs 15,000 as well. Got any questions? Let us know in the comments!
