Best Phones Under 20000 in Nepal (October 2023 Updated)

Are you searching for best mobile phones under 20000 in Nepal? Are you shopping with a tight budget and worried you won’t get your money’s worth?

Worry not as affordable smartphones these days are getting better day by day. And, they have almost all the features you would expect from a more expensive phone like a high-resolution screen, good camera, and good enough performance.

But, don’t you think there are too many smartphones out there and it’s hard to decide which smartphone to buy?

While having many choices is a good thing, it can create confusion among consumers as to which smartphone to buy.

So, if you’re looking to buy a budget smartphone, we’ve put together a list of the best phones under 20000 in Nepal. We’ve included the pros and cons of all the phones as well so that you can pick the best one for you.

Prices may Vary

It’s worth noting that all the prices shown below were accurate at the time of writing. As smartphone prices can fluctuate with time and new offers being rolled out, you may find some phones have had their pricing altered when you go shopping for them.

Also, we have decided to include phones that are over Rs. 20,000 by Rs. 500 to Rs. 1000. This was done so that worthy phones wouldn’t get disqualified over a technicality.

We suggest you buy these phones from authorized stores and not grey channels as they may lead to issues down the road. This list of best mobile phones under 20000 in Nepal is based on our opinion and testing.

Best Mobile Phones Under 20000 in Nepal Price List

Best Phones Under 20000 in Nepal 2023

#5. Infinix Hot 30i

Infinix Hot 30i Verdict

For a phone that starts at under Rs. 15K, the Hot 30i is quite decent. It may not be the best in any specific category but at this budget, it has a good overall performance. The only complaint we can really make is that it supports only 10W charging for a big battery of 5000mAh which can take over 3 hours for a full charge.

PRICING

Rs. 14,499 (4/64GB)

Rs. 16,999 (8/128GB)

Reasons to Buy

The Infinix Hot 30i has a beautiful design and it’s one of the few mobiles under 20000 in Nepal that offer 8GB RAM and 128GB of storage. You get a fingerprint sensor for security.

You get a 50MP main camera with this phone. It’s a good shooter with fast focus and decent dynamic range.

Furthermore, the display has a refresh rate of 90Hz so the phone feels pretty smooth. You also get a large 5000mAh which can easily last you over a day of usage.

Reasons to Avoid

The phone comes with a HD+ resolution display which is decent enough but a full HD+ resolution would’ve been better as the screen size is 6.56 inches.

You get Android 12 out of the box and Infinix XOS skin on top. There are a couple of bloatware apps preinstalled with the phone. If you prefer a smooth Android experience you might want to look into some other phones.

This phone is also not the most powerful phone available on this list as it features an octa-core Helio G37. Also, it only comes with 10W charging which can take well over 3 hours to fully charge.

Read our Infinix Hot 30i review.

#4. Samsung Galaxy A14 4G

Samsung Galaxy A14 4G Verdict

The Galaxy A14 4G is a toned-down version of the A14 5G. It has a good camera combination and you can expect good software support with Samsung devices in general. Sadly, this phone is only available with 4GB of RAM and 64GB storage in Nepal but thankfully supports up to 1TB of expandable storage.

PRICING

Rs. 20,999 (4/64GB)

Reasons to Buy

The Galaxy A14 has a design inspired by their flagship S23 and comes with an FHD+ display. Samsung is known for good displays and the A14 continues that trend.

The bezels are a bit on the thicker side and if you can look past the 60Hz refresh rate screen, you’ll find that it’s still a good panel.

You get a 50MP main camera with this phone. Samsung has good processing and the photos come out decent. Surprisingly, this phone also comes with a wide-angle camera which is missing in the 5G version.

You also get a large 5000mAh which can easily last you over a day of usage.

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Reasons to Avoid

The phone comes with a Helio G80. It’s not a bad processor by any means but perhaps due to the phone running One UI Core, it feels sluggish. Performance is not its strong suit.

The 4GB RAM also holds back the phone. Apps aren’t stored in memory for long and the experience isn’t that great. You’ll probably have to switch to the Lite version of multiple apps. Also, the phone comes with 10W charging so it’s gonna take a while for the phone to charge fully.

#3. Realme Narzo N55

Realme Narzo N55 Verdict

This phone starts just north of Rs. 20,000 but it’s a really good phone. The 64MP camera is one of the best daylight shooters we’ve seen for phones in this price range. It games well, comes with Android 13 out of the box, and supports 33W fast charging which is segment-leading.

PRICING

Rs. 20,499 (4/64GB)

Rs. 24,499 (6/128GB)

Reasons to Buy

The Narzo N55 brings a minimalistic two-tone back with a hole punch on the front which is very rare in this price range. The cameras have a silver ring around them which adds to the phone’s clean look.

The phone also comes with an FHD+ resolution 6.72-inch display with a hole punch camera. It also supports a 90Hz refresh rate so the phone feels pretty smooth. It’s powered by the Helio G88 which is not the best chipset on this list but it’s still a capable performer in daily usage.

The cameras are surprisingly good. It’s one of the best shooters in the mobiles under 20000 in Nepal. The videos are also shot at 1080p@60fps which is pretty good.

You also get a large 5000mAh which supports 33W fast charging. This is the fastest charging phone in this price range at the time of writing.

Reasons to Avoid

The phone comes with Android 13 out of the box with Realme UI 4.0 on top. The software needs some optimizations but it’s not by any means a deal-breaker in our opinion.

The phone lacks an ultrawide camera. The main camera is good but even an 8MP sensor would’ve made this phone so much better as it would provide a different perspective.

Read our Narzo N55 review.

#2. Poco M5

Poco M5 Verdict

The Poco M5 focuses on providing good performance for the price with a good display and a good battery life. The camera and charging could have been better though. However, it is a very good budget phone with top-notch performance and it pulls away from most of its competitors.

PRICING

Rs. 20,499 (4/64GB)

Rs. 23,999 (6/128GB)

Reasons to Buy

The Poco M5 has a flashy design that is loud and screams for attention. It has a textured finish for a good grip and feels premium relative to its price. You get an FHD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate on this phone.

The phone is a performance monster as it has the Helio G99 chipset. This chipset is one used in much more expensive phones compared to the M5, ranging above Rs. 30,000 usually.

You get a large 5000mAh battery with a 22.5W charger but the phone supports up to 18W fast charging.

Reasons to Avoid

Cameras are not its strong suit. The main camera is average. The photos are not very sharp and exposure has some issues with this phone.

The phone also lacks an ultrawide camera and only 1080p@30fps videos are supported.

Read our Poco M5 review.

#1. Redmi 12

Redmi 12 Verdict

Redmi 12 is our choice for the best phones under 20000 in Nepal. It has a great overall spec sheet and offers some amazing features for the price. It offers great value for money and should be on your shortlist if you’re looking to buy a mobile under Rs. 20,000 in Nepal.

PRICING

Rs. 17,999 (6/128GB)

Rs. 20,999 (8/256GB)

Reasons to Buy

The design of the phone is quite good. It comes with a glass back which is very rare in this segment. The phone is also IP53 rated and has a hole punch camera. Overall, the phone has a very premium design to it.

The display is also good with a full HD+ panel that refreshes at 90Hz and can tone down to 36Hz. The phone has relatively small bezels and provides a pleasant multimedia experience.

The phone features a triple camera setup with a 50MP f1.8 main camera. Xiaomi has included an ultrawide camera this time which was previously not available on the Redmi 10.

The phone has a large 5000mAh battery and supports 18W fast charging. It’s slower than the 33W Narzo N55 but is still within our expectations at this price range.

Reasons to Avoid

Well, it is the best mobile under 20000 in Nepal so we’re gonna have to nitpick a bit. The chipset could’ve been better. Even on our list, the Poco M5 offers a better chipset if your focus is on performance.

The videos are limited to 1080p@30fps even though the chipset supports 60fps. Also, the 8GB variant is slightly above our budget of Rs. 20,000.

Honourable Mentions

The Redmi 10, Redmi 10 Prime, Redmi 12C, and Benco S1 Pro get an honorable mention to be on the list of the best mobiles under 20000 in Nepal. They all come with decent specs and capable chipsets.

The Redmi 10 comes with a Snapdragon 680 4G chipset and an HD+ display. The Redmi 10 Prime offers a capable Helio G88 chipset and upgrades to an FHD+ display.

The Redmi 12C provides exceptional value for money due to its performance, thanks to the Helio G85 chipset. It comes with an HD+ display and has only 10W charging.

The Benco S1 Pro is equipped with a Unisoc Tiger T616 processor, which is comparable to the Helio G80 and G85 processors. It comes with a Full HD+ display as well and has fast 33W charging.

Thoughts on Best Mobiles Under 20000 in Nepal

So, these are our picks for the best mobile phones under 20000 in Nepal. The term “best phone” has a different meaning for everyone. It depends upon the way we use it and what our priorities are.

Some may play more games whereas others may watch more videos. So, everyone has their own needs depending on their usage. Here’s a summary of the best phone in different categories.

1. Best phone under Rs. 20,000 in Nepal: Redmi 12
2. Best phone for gaming performance: Poco M5
3. Best camera smartphone under Rs. 20,000 in Nepal: Narzo N55
4. Fastest charging smartphone under Rs. 20,000: Narzo N55 (33W)

Do you agree with our list of best phones under 20000 in Nepal? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best phone under Rs. 20,000 in Nepal in 2023?
Redmi 12 is the best mobile under 20000 in Nepal at the time of writing this article.

What is the price of Redmi 12 in Nepal?
The price of Redmi 12 is Rs. 17,999 (6/128GB) and Rs. 20,999 (8/256GB).

What is the best gaming phone under Rs. 20,000?
Poco M5 is the best phone under 20000 in Nepal for gaming performance.

What is the best phone under Rs. 20,000 for camera performance?
Narzo N55 is the best phone under Rs. 20,000 for camera performance.