If you want to buy a cheap mobile phone that performs well and can withstand daily use for a few years, these are the best options.
A cell phone can be one of the best technological gifts that can be given to some people, especially when they need one of these devices, although to do so, it is necessary to know the needs of the user to whom it is going to be given. After all, there are people who may be looking for the best camera, while others may need a battery, or even a good photography section at a low price.
If you need something much more than a basic use, it can be an expensive gift, but if you use your cell phone to make phone calls, use instant messaging apps, browse the internet and take the occasional photo to share on social networks, there are very good alternatives at a reasonable price.
We have compiled a series of mobile phones that can currently be purchased for less than 200 euros and that stand out for have a good quality-price ratio. They can be a great option to give a gift this Christmas.
Redmi Note 12
The conventional model of the Redmi Note 12 is one of the best options on the market, and is one of those that offers the most for less money. First of all, it surprises with its screen that has a 6.67-inch diagonal, 120 Hz refresh rate and a Full HD+ resolution ideal for watching multimedia content or playing games. The best thing is that it uses AMOLED technology, something that is not usually seen at these prices and that will make it offer more vivid colors. Of course, its maximum brightness is 450 nits.
Its processor is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, which provides 4G connectivity, so, in this sense, it is one step below the slightly more expensive mobile phones. This has 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage in its most recommended version, although it is also available in a 4 GB and 128 GB model, respectively.
As for the photographic section of the mobile, it has a 50 Mpx main sensor, an 8 Mpx wide angle and a 2 Mpx macro lens, to take close-up photos, while the selfie camera is 13 Mpx . Its battery does stand out, and it does so because it has 5,000 mAh capacity and a fast charge of 33 W, so it will offer good performance and a charging speed that will last around an hour. Available for around 175 euros.
Samsung Galaxy A14 5G
Thanks to having a Samsung Exynos 1330 processor, this Galaxy A14 can enjoy 5G connectivity in Spain without any problem, although it must be taken into account that this means that the company has cut back in other aspects, such as its memories, since it only has 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage inside.
Its panel, far from being AMOLED, is a 6.6-inch TFT LCD, with Full HD+ resolution and a 90 Hz refresh rate that will help any movement be perceived more fluidly. Its basic cameras are a 50 Mpx main , a 2 Mpx portrait and a macro, also 2 Mpx. The front, for its part, reaches a resolution of 13 Mpx.
The battery capacity reaches 5,000 mAh, so it promises autonomy for a whole day without problem. Of course, its fast charging is only 15 W, so it will take more than an hour to charge. It can be purchased for around 187 euros.
Realme 10
This realme mobile from last year can be found in many stores at a great price, and although it has been on the market for a while, it improves on some devices launched this year. One of the main reasons for this is its 6.4-inch Super AMOLED panel with Full HD+ resolution with a 90 Hz refresh rate, which is a great combination, and even more so considering that it has a maximum peak brightness of 1,000 nits.
It is also a 4G smartphone, which uses the MediaTek Helio G99 to move the operating system, and is followed by 8 GB of memory RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. A good combination that ensures that the device will not run out of memory after two months of using it. Plus, it comes with headphones in the box, which is always appreciated.
In the battery section, the realme 10 is capable of offering great performance thanks to having a capacity of 5,000 mAh, which allows you to finish a day of intense use. Its fast charging is 33 W. Of course, it is a mobile phone that was released with Android 12, so it will be difficult to receive an official update. It is available for about 180 euros.
OPPO A58
In this case, it is a device that has arrived in Spain recently, last October, and can already be found for a lower price, around 180 euros. It is a mobile phone with a 6.72-inch screen at Full HD+ resolution.
The OPPO A58Â has a 33 W fast charge for its 5,000 mAh battery, with which there will be no problem lasting the entire day. It also has the option to expand the RAM by up to 6 GB thanks to the virtual RAM option, which will use part of the internal storage.
It has a MediaTek processor, the Helio G85, accompanied by 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage, so it offers good numbers to be able to use it for a while. Its rear camera is made up of a 50 Mpx main sensor and a 2 Mpx macro, while the front camera has a resolution that reaches 8 Mpx.
LITTLE C65
If you want to go for a cheaper option, this POCO C65 is the most competent option on the market. Its memory, RAM and internal memory configuration is the best on the market if you are looking for a low price. This part of 128 GB and 6 GB, which also has a version of 256 GB and 8 GB, respectively, which ensures the mobile a certain longevity compared to other models that arrive with fewer quantities.
It is a mobile phone that has a large screen size, with a 6.74-inch LCD panel at HD resolution, but is committed to offering great fluidity with its 90 Hz refresh rate. The person in charge of moving its entire content is a MediaTek Helio G85 processor. The base model is available for about 150 euros, while the top one costs about 170 euros< a i=6>.
The battery is one of its strong points, since it has a capacity of 5,000 mAh that allows it to last all day without problem. It is also accompanied by 18W fast charging. Its photographic section consists of a 50 Mpx main camera, a macro sensor and a depth sensor of 2 Mpx each.
