Welcome to my website! If you’re looking to buy a smartphone for around 200,000 Naira, you’re in the right place. In 2024, this budget range opens up a lot of great options, and I’m here to help you find the best one for your needs.
Understanding Your Preferences
Before we dive into the recommendations, it’s important to note that the best phone for one person might not be the best for another. Some of us prioritize camera quality, while others might care more about battery life or software updates. To cater to everyone, I’ll highlight the best phone in five major categories.
Best Designed Smartphone
Last year, the Itel S23 won for its unique color-changing back, shifting from white to pink in sunlight. This year, the Itel S24 takes the crown for best design, featuring a stylish hobunch cutout and a color-changing back. If you’ve seen my review of the S24, you’ll know I expected it to win because it addressed the design issues of its predecessor. You can find links to all the reviews of the winning devices in the description below.
Best Display
To win the best display category, a phone needs a hobunch cutout, a 1080p resolution, and a 90Hz refresh rate. The Galaxy A15 4G has an impressive AMOLED display with these features, but it has a U-shaped notch instead of a hobunch cutout. It fits within our budget thanks to a current discount, but this may change over time. The Infinix Hot 40 also meets our budget criteria and has a hobunch cutout, a 1080p display, and a 90Hz refresh rate, although it uses an LCD instead of AMOLED. So, the best display on a budget smartphone for 200K is the Galaxy A15 4G, but the Infinix Hot 40 is a solid alternative.
Best Processor
For the best processor in this price range, the Helio G99 stands out. The Itel RS4 and Galaxy A15 4G both feature this processor. The RS4 is priced at 210,000 Naira, just above our budget, while the A15 is 201,000 Naira with a discount. The RS4 offers 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, while the A15 has 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. If you want similar specs to the RS4, you’d need to spend close to 300,000 Naira. For those on a tighter budget, the Infinix Hot 40 offers the Helio G88 processor, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage for less than the RS4. Overall, the RS4 is the best performer among new smartphones around 200K.
Best Camera
Choosing the best camera is tricky without having all the phones together for a side-by-side comparison. After reviewing my own experiences and those of others, I narrowed it down to the Galaxy A15 4G and the Itel S24. While neither offers flagship-level performance, they both provide good quality photos. The A15 is a safer choice for consistent B-plus quality photos and videos, but it lacks video stabilization. The S24 does have stabilization but may not consistently deliver the same quality as the A15. For now, the best camera in a budget smartphone for 200K is the Galaxy A15, with the Itel S24 as a close contender.
Best Battery Life
To determine the best battery, we look for the largest capacity and fastest charging. Most budget phones around 200K come with a 5,000 mAh battery. The Itel RS4 stands out with its 45W fast charging capability, allowing you to charge quickly while gaming without damaging the battery. Therefore, the RS4 has the best battery performance among budget smartphones in 2024.
Conclusion
These are my picks for the best smartphones around 200,000 Naira in mid-2024. I encourage you to explore the different categories, consider what matters most to you, and compare the winners. If you’re interested in a similar guide for phones priced between 100K and 150K, let me know in the comments!
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