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itel Color Pro 5G: Great value under Rs 10,000. Strong 5G performance Good low light cameras. Long battery life Top budget 5G pick.

Infinix Hot 50: Great value, powerful processor, solid low-light camera, long battery, IP54 durable. Dim outdoor display. Best deal: 8GB/128GB, Rs 9,999.

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POCO C71 Large display smooth performance stylish design budget-friendly Average cameras slow charging. Great for lag-free use 6GB/128GB at Rs 8,999

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Redmi 14C 5G- Reliable budget phone with great multimedia fast charging solid software Weak low-light camera limited base storage. Best deal- 6GB/128GB Rs 11,999

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itel Zeno 10- Stylish affordable at Rs 5,699 good display decent battery reliable performance Slow charging average camera Best for first-time users 4GB/64GB.

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Itel A80- Affordable tall display for media decent cameras for entry level use No 5G support Good starter phone 4GB/64GB Rs 6,999.

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Tecno Spark 30 5G- Affordable 5G NFC IR blaster Rs 9,999 Good camera battery. No charger 64GB base storage limiting Best deal 4GB/128GB.

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Realme Narzo N63- Sleek vegan leather reliable battery fast charging Air Gestures Riding Mode No 5G dim display 4GB/64GB Rs 8,499.

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