Best Budget Phones Under ₹15,000 (2026)

Finding a great phone under ₹15,000 has never been easier. We tested 20 phones to find the five that deliver.

Our Top Picks

1. Realme 14 Pro — Best Overall

120Hz AMOLED, Dimensity 7300, 50MP camera at ₹14,999. Battery lasts 2 days.

2. Samsung Galaxy A16 5G — Best for Updates

5 years of OS updates. Display is excellent, One UI Lite is clean.

3. Poco M7 Pro — Best Performance

Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, smooth gaming, 67W charging fills 5,500mAh in 45 minutes.

4. Motorola G85 — Best Camera

50MP OIS sensor performs remarkably in low light. Near-stock Android.

5. Nothing Phone (3a) — Best Design

Glyph Interface, solid performance, thoughtful software.

Our Recommendation

For most people, the Realme 14 Pro offers the best overall package.