A budget smartphone does not mean a bad smartphone anymore. The under 70,000 range in Pakistan has genuinely improved, and the competition is fierce enough that you can walk away with a solid, capable device without selling a kidney or waiting for a sale.
We went through the whole range and picked the 14 best options available right now. Whether you want a great display, a big battery for loadshedding survival, a decent camera, or a phone that can handle a session of PUBG without melting, there is something here for you.
We are looking at the price tag between PKR 30,000 70,000. Best places to buy an android phone is Priceoye. And no, we are not affiliated with them.
Best Budget Smartphone
Take a look below at some of the best mid range budget smartphones currently available in the tech market sold under PKR 70,000 price tag. Our personal favourite is Oppo A6.
Xiaomi Redmi 15 & 15C
The Redmi 15C is the entry point in this list at around Rs 32,000, and it comes in with a surprisingly large 6.9-inch IPS LCD display running at 120Hz and peaking at 810 nits in high brightness mode. That is a smooth, readable screen for the price. Resolution is HD+ at 1600×720, so do not expect sharp fine text, but for video and social media it holds up well.
Powering it is the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, with a microSD slot if you need more. The 50MP main camera handles daylight shots competently with its f/1.8 lens, and the 8MP selfie camera gets the job done for video calls and portraits. Battery is a generous 6000mAh with 33W charging, filling up in under an hour and a half. It also has a handy 10W reverse charging function so you can top up your earbuds or a friend’s phone in a pinch.
The Redmi 15C runs Android 15 with Xiaomi HyperOS 2.0, has an IP64 dust and water resistance rating, and comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack. It comes in Moonlight Blue, Midnight Black, Mint Green, and Twilight Orange.
If you want to step up within the same family, the Redmi 15 sits at around Rs 43,999 and makes a meaningful jump. The display moves to FHD+ at 1080×2340 with a 144Hz refresh rate, which is noticeably smoother. The processor upgrades to a Snapdragon 685 on a 6nm process, which handles gaming and multitasking more confidently. The battery grows to a 7000mAh cell, still with 33W charging. You lose the 3.5mm jack but gain an IR blaster for controlling appliances and, on some market variants, NFC. It comes in Midnight Black, Titan Gray, and Sandy Purple.
Both are reliable, no-nonsense budget smartphones. The 15C is the practical choice; the 15 is worth the extra spend if the screen and battery matter to you.
Realme Note 70
The Realme Note 70 is a durability-first budget smartphone, priced around Rs 32,000. It carries MIL-STD-810H military-grade shock certification, an IP54 rating, Panda Glass protection, and has survived a tested 1.8-metre drop. If you work outdoors, travel rough, or just have a history of dropping your phone into unfortunate places, this is built with you in mind.
The 6.74-inch IPS display runs at 90Hz, which is smooth enough for scrolling and video. The Unisoc T7250 processor paired with up to 6GB RAM handles everyday tasks without complaint, though it is not a chip you will want to lean on for heavy gaming. Storage goes up to 256GB with a microSD slot available.
Here is where we need to be honest with you: the rear camera comes in at 13MP with f/2.2, which is modest compared to what the rest of this list is offering. The 5MP selfie camera is functional at best. If camera quality is high on your list, look elsewhere. The 6300mAh battery is a positive, but the 15W charging speed is genuinely slow by 2025 standards. Filling up from zero takes a while.
It comes in Beach Gold and Obsidian Black.
Oppo A6X
The Oppo A6X lands at around Rs 33,000 and is Oppo’s take on an affordable, durable daily budget smartphone. It has a 6.75-inch IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate hitting up to 1125 nits in high brightness mode, which means it stays readable in outdoor sunlight. The display also supports Glove Touch, so you can use it in cold weather without pulling your gloves off.
It runs on the Snapdragon 685 processor with up to 6GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, with microSD expansion available through a shared slot. The rear camera is a single 13MP shooter. It is adequate for daylight shots and social media use but do not expect it to impress in low light. The 5MP selfie camera is similarly basic. This is a budget smartphone that is honest about what it is: reliable, not flashy.
The 6500mAh battery gives you all-day stamina, and the phone carries an IP64 rating for dust and water splash protection. Oppo also promises 48-month fluency protection, meaning the phone is tested to remain responsive for four years of regular use. It runs Android 15 with ColorOS 15. Note that the 4G version included here does not support fast charging, so you will want to be patient at the wall.
It comes in Ice Blue and Plum Purple.
Honor X6c
The Honor X6c is a compact, well-built budget smartphone priced around Rs 35,000, and it punches above its weight in a few areas. The 6.61-inch IPS TFT display runs at 120Hz and peaks at 1010 nits, making it one of the brighter screens in this bracket. Honor has also quietly built in an AI button on the side, which gives you quick access to camera shortcuts and smart features with a single press. It is a small touch but genuinely useful day to day.
Under the hood is a MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. That handles smooth everyday use comfortably. Gaming is fine for casual titles. The rear camera is a 50MP f/1.8 shooter backed by a depth sensor, producing decent stills in good light with portrait mode available. The 5MP selfie camera is modest but serviceable. It runs Android 15 with MagicOS 9.0.
Battery is 5300mAh with 35W fast charging. The Honor X6c has also earned a Swiss SGS Premium 5-Star drop and crush resistance certification, so it is built to handle knocks. It carries IP64 dust and splash protection. The phone comes in Green, Black, and White.
Realme C75x
The Realme C75x is one of the more interesting budget smartphones in this price bracket, sitting around Rs 39,000. It carries IP69, IP68, and IP66 water and dust resistance ratings, which is a triple certification you rarely see at this price. On top of that, it has survived a 1.8-metre drop test and holds MIL-STD-810H military-grade shock resistance certification under its ArmorShell protection. If you want a tough phone without spending big, this makes a serious case for itself.
The 6.67-inch IPS display runs at 120Hz. Resolution is HD+ at 720×1604, which is the compromise you make at this price for the durability package you are getting. The MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra handles daily use smoothly, and the phone supports up to 24GB dynamic RAM expansion using idle storage. That keeps things running even when you have a lot of apps open.
The 50MP rear camera has a 5P lens with f/1.8 aperture, and supports underwater photography thanks to the high IP ratings. The 8MP selfie camera covers video calls and casual portraits. The 5600mAh battery charges at 45W, reaching full in 90 minutes. There is also reverse wired charging so you can share power with other devices. Note that there is no 3.5mm headphone jack.
It comes in Coral Pink and Oceanic Blue.
Vivo Y11d
The Vivo Y11d is a budget smartphone focused on battery life and durability, priced around Rs 40,000. Vivo claims 42,000 drop tests were run during development, and the phone carries an IP65 rating with Guardian Glass protecting the screen. It sits at 8.39mm thin for a phone with this much going on internally.
The 6.74-inch IPS LCD display runs at 120Hz and peaks at 1250 nits of brightness, making outdoor visibility genuinely comfortable. Inside runs the Unisoc T7225 processor, a chip that handles everyday tasks and social media browsing well but is not built for demanding games. RAM goes up to 6GB with 128GB of storage. A microSD slot supports expansion up to 2TB.
The camera setup is a 50MP main shooter at f/1.8 paired with a 0.08MP depth sensor, and a 5MP selfie camera up front. It is a practical setup for daylight photography and video calls. The 6500mAh battery with 44W fast charging is the headline feature, getting you from flat to half charge in under 45 minutes. Android 15 comes installed.
It comes in Sunrise Gold and Voyage Black.
Tecno Spark 40
The Tecno Spark 40 is an underrated budget smartphone in this bracket, sitting at around Rs 40,000. At just 7.67mm thin and 188 grams, it is noticeably lighter and slimmer than many rivals in the same price range, and it comes with dual stereo speakers, which you almost never see at this price point.
The 6.67-inch IPS LCD runs at 120Hz. Resolution is HD+ at 720×1600. The MediaTek Helio G81 powers it with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage available, with a microSD slot for expansion. Tecno has also included an IR blaster, so you can use the phone as a remote control for your TV, AC, and other home appliances.
The 50MP rear camera handles daylight shots well, and the 8MP front camera covers selfies without issue. The 5200mAh battery charges at 45W. IP64 dust and splash protection is on board, and the phone has been tested to survive drops from 1.5 metres. Tecno certifies 4-year lag-free performance through TDV testing. It runs Android 15 with HiOS 15.1.
It comes in Ink Black, Titanium Grey, Veil White, and Mirage Blue.
Infinix Hot 60i
The Infinix Hot 60i arrives around Rs 42,000 and makes a solid mid-list budget smartphone. The 6.7-inch IPS LCD display runs at 120Hz with a 720×1600 HD+ resolution. The MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate handles daily apps and light gaming without issue, with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. A dedicated One-Tap AI button on the side gives quick access to smart camera features and AI shortcuts.
The 50MP rear camera produces reliable daylight shots. The 8MP selfie camera handles video calls comfortably. Battery is 5160mAh with 45W fast charging, and there is 10W reverse wired charging if you need to share some power. The phone carries an IP64 rating and is rated to survive drops from up to 1.5 metres. It runs Android 15 with XOS 15.1.
It comes in a wide range of colours for this price: Sleek Black, Titanium Silver, Shadow Blue, Neon Red, Meadow Green, and Soul Eye Purple.
Realme C85
The Realme C85 is one of the most capable budget smartphones on this list for the money, sitting around Rs 49,000. The headline spec is the 7000mAh Titan battery with 45W fast charging. That is an enormous cell for a phone at this price, and it combined with the Dimensity 6300 chipset means you are genuinely looking at two days of real-world use without hunting for a socket.
The 6.8-inch IPS LCD display runs at 144Hz, which is unusually smooth for a budget phone. Resolution is HD+ at 720×1570. The Dimensity 6300 with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage handles multitasking well and is a step above the Helio G81 chips filling most of the lower end of this list.
The camera is a 50MP Sony IMX852 sensor with f/1.8 and autofocus, which is a flagship-grade sensor name on a budget phone, and it shows in daylight performance. The 8MP selfie camera handles portraits cleanly. Realme has also given the C85 an impressive triple water resistance rating: IP69, IP68, and IP66, meaning it can handle high-pressure water jets and sustained submersion, not just a splash.
It runs Android 15 with Realme UI 6.0 and MIL-STD-810H military-grade shock certification. In Pakistan it has launched in Kingfisher Blue.
Oppo A6K and Oppo A6
Two Oppo phones close enough in DNA to cover together.
The Oppo A6K sits around Rs 49,000. It runs on the Snapdragon 685 processor with up to 8GB of RAM, 128GB or 256GB of storage, and a microSD slot. The display is a 6.75-inch IPS LCD at 120Hz, with 1125 nits peak brightness and GloveTouch for cold weather or wet hands. The 50MP f/1.8 rear camera handles everyday photography competently, and the 5MP front camera covers selfies. Battery is 6500mAh. IP64 is on board, and Oppo’s 48-month fluency protection gives you confidence the phone will stay responsive over the years. ColorOS 15 runs on top of Android 15.
The Oppo A6 steps up at around Rs 58,000 and moves to a Dimensity 6300 5G chipset, bumping RAM to 12GB and storage to 256GB. The battery grows to 7000mAh and the phone is 5G capable, which matters if you are buying something to last the next few years as 5G coverage in Pakistan expands. The 50MP main camera and large battery carry over from the A6K family. Both phones carry 48-month fluency protection and run ColorOS 15.
If you are choosing between the two, the A6 at the higher end is the more future-proofed budget smartphone and the 5G capability alone is worth considering at this price.
Infinix Hot 60 Pro
The Infinix Hot 60 Pro is a budget smartphone that does not look or feel like one. At around Rs 53,000, you get a 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED display running at 144Hz with 1600 nits of peak brightness and Gorilla Glass 7i protecting it. That is a display quality you expect to see at a significantly higher price. It is vivid, sharp, and buttery smooth for gaming and video.
Powering it is the MediaTek Helio G200 on a 6nm process, a chip that handles gaming and multitasking with genuine confidence. It is paired with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB of storage. The 50MP rear camera produces strong daylight shots, and the 13MP front camera makes a meaningful difference for selfies and video calls compared to the 5MP options that fill the rest of this list.
The phone weighs only 170 grams and measures 6.6mm thin, making it one of the lightest and slimmest budget smartphones available in Pakistan right now. It carries IP64 dust and water resistance. The 5160mAh battery with 45W fast charging keeps it running through a full day without drama. It runs Android 15 with XOS 15.1.
It comes in Coral Tides, Sapphire Blue, Jungle Breath, Orange Rose, Sleek Black, and Titanium Silver.
If you want the best display and the thinnest, lightest form factor in this entire bracket, this is your pick.
Samsung Galaxy A16
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is the quiet, sensible choice in this list, sitting at around Rs 58,000. It is not the flashiest budget smartphone here, but it has one advantage none of the others can match: Samsung has committed to six years of major Android OS upgrades and six years of security patches for the A16, taking it all the way to 2030. If you hate changing phones frequently, that is an enormous selling point.
The 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display is a standout for this price range, delivering vibrant colours, deep blacks, and solid contrast that the IPS panels in most budget phones simply cannot match. FHD+ resolution at 1080×2340 keeps things sharp. The panel runs at 90Hz.
It is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99 with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. The triple camera setup includes a 50MP main camera, a 5MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro lens, plus a 13MP selfie shooter up front. That ultrawide and macro combination is rare in budget smartphones at this price. The 5000mAh battery charges at 25W. IP54 dust and splash resistance is on board. It comes in Black, Light Green, and Gray.
One UI remains one of the cleaner Android skins in the market, and the update commitment here makes the A16 a uniquely strong long-term investment in the budget segment.
Vivo Y31d
The Vivo Y31d comes in at around Rs 60,000 and is built around two things: an enormous battery and serious water resistance. The 7200mAh BlueVolt battery is the largest on this entire list, rated for over 13 hours of continuous mobile gaming and claimed to last for six years of regular charge cycles. The 44W FlashCharge gets you from 1% to 50% in 43 minutes, and Vivo has included Bypass Charging so you can game on external power without heat building up in the battery. That is a thoughtful feature for longer gaming sessions.
The water resistance is equally impressive. The Y31d carries an IP69+ rating, meaning it can withstand high-pressure water jets and submersion in up to 1.5 metres of water for 30 minutes. The plastic composite body sits at 8.39mm thick.
The 6.75-inch IPS LCD display runs at 120Hz with a peak brightness of 1250 nits. Resolution is HD+ at 720×1570. The Snapdragon 6s Gen 2 4G processor on a 6nm process handles daily use and moderate gaming comfortably, with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB of storage. Note that there is no dedicated microSD slot. The 50MP rear camera and 8MP selfie camera handle everyday photography without issue.
It comes in Dark Gray and White.
Nothing CMF Phone 1
The Nothing CMF Phone 1 is the most distinctive budget smartphone on this list, and at around Rs 66,000, it earns its place at the top of the range.
The 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display runs at 120Hz and hits 2000 nits of peak brightness, with an in-display optical fingerprint scanner. For a phone at this price, that is genuinely premium screen hardware. It is paired with the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 on a 4nm process, a chip that handles gaming, multitasking, and everyday use with real headroom. Up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage are available, with a microSD slot supporting up to 2TB.
The rear camera uses a 50MP Sony sensor, described by Nothing as flagship-grade, backed by a 2MP depth sensor. Daylight performance is strong and the Sony sensor pulls more detail out of tricky lighting than the budget competition. The front camera is a 16MP unit, the highest selfie resolution on this entire list.
The 5000mAh battery charges at 33W and offers 5W reverse wired charging. It runs Nothing OS on Android 14, upgradeable to Android 15, with a clean, almost AOSP-level interface and no bloatware. The system also has an elaborate liquid cooling setup using heat pipes and graphite sheets, keeping thermals under control during gaming.
The most unique thing about the CMF Phone 1 is the design. The back cover is user-removable and interchangeable, meaning you can swap the colour or buy a replacement if it gets damaged. There is also a built-in accessory mounting point on the back that accepts a fold-out stand, a card holder, or a lanyard. Nothing includes a small ecosystem of accessories that attach directly to the phone. No other budget smartphone in Pakistan is doing this.
It is 5G capable and comes in Black, Orange, Blue, and Green.
If you are buying at the top of this budget bracket and want something that feels different, the CMF Phone 1 is our pick for the best budget smartphone in this list. And before anyone asks: no, there is no Apple at this price. That is just reality.
There you go, something for every need across the Rs 30,000 to Rs 70,000 range. Whether it is the triple-rated waterproofing of the Realme C85, the AMOLED display of the Infinix Hot 60 Pro, the six-year update guarantee from Samsung, or the sheer battery monster that is the Vivo Y31d, these budget smartphones deliver more than their price suggests.
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Price here mentioned are not real. These Cell Phones are 5000 to 6000 expensive than prices mentioned here.
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