Best Mobiles Under Rs. 20,000 in Nepal: Features and Specs

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 some of the best mobile phones under 20000 in Nepal. We’ve included the pros and cons of all the phones as well so that you can clearly pick the best one for you.

Best Mobiles Under 20000 in Nepal

#5. Micromax In Note 1

Micromax’s In Note 1 has managed to enter our list of best mobiles under 20000 in Nepal.

Micromax In Note 1 has a 6.67-inch FHD+ IPS LCD screen. It has a 12nm MediaTek Helio G85 chipset with Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.7 GHz Cortex-A55) CPU and Mali-G52 MC2 GPU. Then, it comes with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage.

As for the camera, In Note 1 has a 48MP main sensor, 5MP ultrawide sensor, 2MP depth, and 2 MP macro sensor. On the front, it has a 16MP sensor.

As for the battery, it has a huge 5000 mAh battery along with 18W fast charging.

Why Choose Micromax In Note 1?

Good Stuff

Micromax In Note 1 is one of the most powerful smartphones at this price range. The Helio G85 provides it very good performance and the quad-camera setup is strong as well.

It also gets a generous 18W fast charging and it uses almost stock Android 10.

Bad Stuff

You cannot really go wrong with the In Note 1. But, it is a new brand in Nepal so it might not have the best support and repair services. Also, it is behind the likes of Redmi and Samsung in terms of camera processing.

Summary

Micromax In Note 1 is a strong smartphone under Rs. 20,000.

It has a capable chipset, decent camera setup, and healthy battery life. It can definitely provide strong competition to other phones in this list.

#4. Poco M2

Poco M2 comes out on top of Micromax In Note 1 to claim the 4th spot.

Poco M2 has a 6.53-inch FHD IPS LCD display. It has a Mediatek Helio G80 (12 nm) chipset with Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) CPU and Mali-G52 MC2 GPU. Interms of memory, it has 6GB RAM and 64GB/128GB ROM.

In terms of camera, Poco M2 has a 13MP f/2.2 main sensor, 8MP f/2.2 Ultrawide angle sensor, 5MP macro sensor, and 2MP depth sensor. On the front, it has an 8MP f/2.0 selfie camera.

It is powered by a 5000 mAh battery with 18W fast charging. Furthermore, it runs on MIUI 12 on top of Android 10.

Why Choose Poco M2?

Good Stuff

Poco M2 is a top dog with a performance-heavy Helio G80 chipset, massive 6GB RAM, and an FHD display. Then it also has a good triple camera setup.

To top it off, Poco M2 gets a massive 5000 mAh battery with 18W fast charging. Also, you get Ad-free UI, unlike the Redmi phones.

Bad Stuff

There are really no complaints about the Poco M2. For the price, I could not imagine a better package than the Poco M2.

Summary

Poco M2 is the only phone with 6GB RAM on this list. It has very good performance and a triple camera setup also looks pretty good.

Poco M2 is 4th on our list of best mobiles under 20000 in Nepal.

#3. Samsung M12

Samsung M12 is in the 3rd position on our list of best mobiles under 20000 in Nepal.

Samsung M12 has a 6.5-inch HD+ PLS IPS screen. It has an 8nm Exynos 850 chipset with Octa-core (4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) CPU and Mali-G52 GPU. Then, it comes with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage.

As for the camera, M12 has a 48MP main sensor, 5MP ultrawide sensor, 2MP depth, and 2 MP macro sensor. On the front, it has an 8MP sensor for selfies.

As for the battery is has a huge 6000 mAh battery along with 15W fast charging.

Why Choose Samsung M12?

Good Stuff

Samsung M12 is the only phone with a high refresh rate panel. So, if you want smooth scrolling you can go for the M12.

On top of that, it has a pretty good camera setup and a huge 6000mAh battery with 15W fast charging.

Bad Stuff

While it has a 90Hz refresh rate panel. The 720p PLS IPS panel does not feel as sharp as other phones on this list.

Moving on, M12 also does not provide you with the best performance for the price.

Summary

Though the Samsung M12 has a 90Hz display, the 720p display panel does not feel sharp.

With a decent 48MP main camera, an efficient Exynos 850 chipset, a huge 6000 mAh battery, and possibly the best OS, Samsung M12 has managed to sneak on to the 3rd spot on our list of best mobiles under 20000.

#2. Redmi 9T

Redmi 9T is comfortably 2nd on our list of best mobiles under Rs. 20,000.

Redmi 9T has a 6.53-inch FHD IPS LCD display. It has a Qualcomm SM6115 Snapdragon 662 (11 nm) chipset with Octa-core (4×2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) CPU and Adreno 610 GPU. Interms of memory, it has 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM.

In terms of camera, Redmi 9T has a 48MP f/1.8 main sensor, 8MP f/2.2 Ultrawide angle sensor, 2MP macro sensor, and 2MP depth sensor. On the front, it has an 8MP f/2.0 selfie camera.

It is packed with a 6000 mAh battery and 18W fast charging. Furthermore, Redmi 9T runs on MIUI 12 on to of Android 10.

Why Choose Redmi 9T?

Good Stuff

Redmi 9T provides a top-notch Snapdragon 662 chipset and a 48MP sensor. It is also one of the few phones to include a 6000mAh battery along with an 8MP ultrawide angle sensor.

It is one of the good-looking phones and even comes with Gorilla Glass 3 protection.

Bad Stuff

Though, it is a very good phone with good hardware. Redmi 9T is not the best when it comes to gaming performance.

Summary

Redmi 9T is an upgrade over the Poco M2. It provides a similar chipset, an upgraded camera, and a bigger battery.

Redmi 9T is 2nd on our list of best mobiles under 20000 in Nepal because it is a perfect phone with almost zero complaints.

#1. Redmi Note 9

A year-old phone, Redmi Note 9 completes the podium with the top spot.

Redmi Note 9 has a 6.53-inch FHD IPS LCD display with Gorilla Glass 5. It uses MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm) chipset with Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) CPU and Mali-G52 MC2 GPU. Interms of memory, it has 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM.

In terms of camera, Redmi Note 9 has a 48MP f/1.8 main sensor, 8MP f/2.2 Ultrawide angle sensor, 2MP AF macro sensor, and 2MP depth sensor. On the front, it has a 13MP f/2.0 selfie camera.

Redmi Note 9 has a 5020 mAh battery and 22.5W fast charging. And, it runs on MIUI 11 on top of Android 10.

Why Choose Redmi Note 9?

Good Stuff

With Redmi Note 9 you do not have to worry about performance and even gaming. With a triple camera setup that features an ultra-wide-angle sensor, it has you covered interms of cameras as well.

Redmi Note 9 provides an FHD display with Gorilla Glass 5 protection and a massive battery that will easily last for more than a day.

Bad Stuff

Just like the Redmi 9T, I got no complaints with the Redmi Note 9.

Summary

Redmi Note 9 has an FHD display and has everything that you would want on a phone under Rs. 20,000. Though it is similar to the Redmi 9T, it has better build quality and a better design.

For these reasons, Redmi Note 9 is on top of our list of best mobiles under 20000 in Nepal.

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 will have a different meaning for everyone. It depends upon our usage and what we do most with our phones.

Some may play more games whereas someone might watch more videos. So, our needs will be different in terms of our usage.

Among all of these phones, Poco M2 provides you the most value and bang for the buck. Likewise, Redmi 9T and Redmi Note 9 are slightly better than M2 interms of the design and overall package.

So, if I had to pick one phone it would be Redmi Note 9 because it’s the best overall. It has good performance, better design, better cameras, an FHD screen, and a good battery with 22.5W fast charging support.

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