Smartphones under P5,000 in the Philippines today
If you are on a tight budget and still want to get hold of a smartphone, here is the list of smartphones you can buy today for under P5,000.
| Brand/Model | Display | Processor | RAM | Storage | Camera | Battery | Price |
| Tecno Spark Go 2023 | 6.56″ HD+ IPS | MediaTek Helio A22 | 3GB/4GB | 64GB | 13MP+2MP (rear), 5MP (front) | 5000mAh, 10W charging | PHP 3,599 |
| itel S23 | 6.6″ HD+ IPS | UNISOC T606 | 4GB | 128GB | 50MP+QVGA (rear), 8MP (front) | 5000mAh, 10W charging | PHP 3,899 |
| Infinix Smart 7 | 6.6″ HD+ | UNISOC SC9863A | 4GB | 64GB | 13MP+VGA (rear), 5MP (front) | 6000mAh, 10W charging | PHP 3,799 |
| Infinix HOT 20i | 6.6″ HD+ | MediaTek Helio G25 | 4GB | 128GB | 13MP (rear), 5MP (front) | 5000mAh, 10W charging | PHP 4,299 |
| Infinix HOT 30i | 6.56″ HD+ | UNISOC T606 | 4GB | 128GB | 13MP+2MP (rear), 8MP (front) | 5000mAh, 18W charging | PHP 4,599 |
| Nokia C12 | 6.3″ HD+ IPS LCD | UNISOC SC9863A1 | 3GB | 64GB | 8MP (rear), 5MP (front) | 3000mAh, 5W charging | PHP 4,590 |
The first half of 2023 has seen a surge in budget smartphone options in the Philippines, particularly under the PHP 5,000 price range.
Transsion Holdings has made its mark with its brands Tecno, Infinix, and itel, offering feature-packed devices at affordable prices.
The Tecno Spark Go 2023 stands out with its large display, ample RAM and storage, and dual-camera setup.
The itel S23 impresses with its stylish design, color-changing finish, and decent specifications. Infinix presents the Smart 7, HOT 20i, and HOT 30i, each offering unique features such as high-capacity batteries, extended RAM, and expandable storage.
The Nokia C12 offers a cost-effective IP52 splash resistance and an expandable storage option. With these options, consumers have a wide range of affordable smartphones catering to their needs and budget.
