Best Smartphones Under Rs. 15000 in Nepal
We don’t always want high-end smartphones for personal use. Sometimes, we want a secondary smartphone at a lower price. The smartphones under Rs. 15,000 in Nepal are the best options for a secondary device. They are categorized as lower mid-range and upper entry-level smartphones. In this blog, we are listing best smartphones under Rs. 15000 in Nepal. They don’t have high-end specs and may not be enough for the young generation. Let’s find out the best of the best in this price range.
8. Coolpad Cool 12A
The most recently arrived smartphone in Nepali market in this list is Coolpad Cool 12A. With affordable price and decent specs, it has made into the list of smartphones under Rs. 15,000 in Nepal. Coolpad Cool 12A is launched in Nepal at the price of Rs. 13,495 for a single 3/32GB Variant.
With a glass front, this device has a plastic frame as well as plastic rear panel. Coolpad Cool 12A arrives in a 6.2-inches IPS LCD display with 82.9% screen-to-body ratio, 720×1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio, and 273 ppi density. It has minimum bezels all around the corner with a water-drop notch on the top for placing Selfie Camera.
Under the hood, Coolpad Cool 12A is equipped with Unisoc Tiger T310 chipset. This quad-core processor has max clock speed up to 2.0GHz and coupled with PowerVR GE8300 GPU. It has a 13MP Triple rear camera and on the front, it has a 5MP Selfie camera.
With a 4000mAh battery, Coolpad Cool 6 has no fast charging support. Positive part is it has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and runs on the latest Android 11. This device is available in 3 color variants: Dream Black, Dream Blue, Fantasy Silver
Coolpad Cool 12A Technical Specifications
- Body:
- 156.2 x 75.2 x 8.9 mm (6.15 x 2.96 x 0.35 in) Dimensions
- 202.5 g (7.16 oz)
- Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
- Display:
- 6.2-inch IPS LCD
- 82.9% screen-to-body ratio, 720×1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio, 273 ppi density
- Processor:
- Unisoc Tiger T310
- Quad-core (1×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 3×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
- GPU: PowerVR GE8300
- RAM: 3GB
- Memory: 32GB
- Software: Android 11
- Rear Camera: Triple Camera
- 13MP Primary wide lens
- 2MP
- 0.3MP
- Rear Camera Video: 1080p@30fps
- Front Camera:
- 5 MP
- 1080p@30fps
- Connectivity:
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
- Bluetooth 5.0
- A-GPS
- USB Type-C 2.0
- Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
- Sensors: Accelerometer, Proximity
- Biometric Security: Fingerprint (Side-Mounted)
- Battery:
- Li-Ion 4000mAh, non-removable
- Colors: Dream Black, Dream Blue, Fantasy Silver
- Price in Nepal: Rs. 13,495 [3/32GB]
7. Poco C31
The Poco C31 has a beautiful plastic body with a textured finish. It measures 164.9 x 77.1 x 9 mm and weighs 194 g. The phone is available in Royal Blue and Shadow Gray.
The phone’s display on the front is a 6.53-inch IPS LCD with an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and a pixel density of 269 ppi. The display is Corning Gorilla Glass 3 covered and has a refresh rate of 60Hz, making it excellent for gaming and video streaming.
On the back, the Poco C31 has a triple camera configuration that includes a 13 MP primary wide camera, a 2 MP depth sensor, and a 2 MP macro lens. The primary camera features an f/2.2 aperture and can shoot 1080p films at 30 frames per second. For taking high-quality images, the camera app includes capabilities such as HDR, panorama, and AI scene identification.
The phone sports a 5 MP front camera with an f/2.2 aperture capable of capturing 1080p videos at 30fps for selfies. For taking good selfies, the camera app has portrait mode, AI beauty mode, and screen flash.
The Poco C31 is powered by a MediaTek Helio G35 chipset and comes in two RAM and storage variants: 3GB RAM with 32GB storage and 4GB RAM with 64GB storage. A microSD card can be used to expand storage up to 512GB. It features a PowerVR GE8320 GPU for basic gaming and multitasking and runs Android 10 with MIUI 12.
The phone has a 5000 mAh battery that can power it for a full day. It has a micro-USB charging connector that allows 10W charging. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and a 3.5mm headphone jack are among the connectivity choices. It has a fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, and proximity sensor on the back.
In Nepal, the Poco C31 with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage costs Rs. 14,999. At its price range, it provides excellent value for money and outstanding features.
Poco C31 Technical Specifications
- Body:
- 164.9 x 77.1 x 9 mm,
- 194grams
- Screen:
- 6.53″ IPS LCD HD+, 20:9 Aspect Ratio,
- 720 x 1600 pixels, 269 ppi density,
- 81.0% screen-to-body ratio
- Processor:
- Mediatek Helio G35,
- 12nm mobile platform
- CPU: Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
- GPU: PowerVR GE8320
- RAM: 4/4GB
- Memory: 32/64GB
- OS: Android 10, MIUI 12
- Rear Camera:
- 13 MP Primary Wide Camera
- 2MP Depth
- 2MP Macro
- 1080p@ 30fps
- Selfie Camera:
- 5 MP, f/2.
- 1080@30fps
- Battery:
- 5000 mAh,
- 10W charging
- Sensors:
- Fingerprint (rear-mounted),
- Accelerometer, Proximity
- Connectivity:
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n,
- microUSB 2.0,
- Bluetooth 5.0
- Colors: Royal Blue, Shadow Gray
- Poco C31 Price in Nepal: Rs.14,999 (3/32GB)
6. Samsung Galaxy M02s
Samsung’s M-Series and A-Series have a wide range of smartphones ranging from less than Rs. 10K to more than Rs. 60K in Nepal. Samsung Galaxy M02s is one of the best smartphones under Rs. 15,000 in Nepal as this device has Rs. 15,999 price for a single 4/64GB Variant.
Samsung Galaxy M02s has a glass front with a plastic back and plastic frame. It comes in a 6.53-inch PLS IPS display which supports 1600 x 720 pixels resolution and got 81.8% screen-to-body ratio, 20:9 ratio, and 270 ppi density. The water-drop notch on the top is used for the housing selfie cameras and a thick notch at the bottom.
Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 powers Samsung Galaxy M02s which are based on 14nm technology. For graphics, it has Adreno 506 GPU. For photography, it has a 13MP Triple rear camera supported by a 5MP Selfie camera.
A massive 5000mAh battery fuels this smartphone which is supported by 15W fast charging. It’s running on Android 10 with One UI as the skin of the phone and is available in Black, Blue, and Red color variant.
Samsung Galaxy M02s Specifications
- Body:
- 164.2 x 75.9 x 9.1 mm (6.46 x 2.99 x 0.36 in) Dimensions
- 194 g (6.84 oz)
- Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
- Display:
- 6.53-inch PLS IPS
- 81.8% screen-to-body ratio, 1600 x 720 pixels, 20:9 ratio, 270 ppi density
- Processor:
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 450
- 14 nm Technology
- Octa-core
- GPU: Adreno 506
- RAM: 3/4GB
- Memory: 32GB/64GB
- Software: Android 10
- Rear Camera: Triple Camera
- 13 MP, f/2.2, AF [Primary Camera]
- 2 MP, f/2.4 [Macro]
- 2 MP, f/2.4 [Depth]
- Rear Camera Video: 1080p@30fps
- Front Camera:
- 5 MP, f/2.0
- Connectivity:
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
- Bluetooth 5.0
- A-GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, GALILEO
- Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
- Sensors: Proximity sensor, Acceleration sensor
- Battery:
- Li-Ion 5000mAh, non-removable
- Fast charging 15W
- Colors: Red, Blue, Black
- Price in Nepal: Rs. 14,499 [3/32GB]
5. Nokia C30
The Nokia C30 is a budget smartphone with a large 6.82-inch IPS LCD display featuring a 20:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. It has minimal bezels and measures 177.7 x 79.1 x 9.9 mm, weighing 237 grams.
The phone has a dual rear camera setup with a 13 MP primary wide camera and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p videos at 30fps. The front-facing camera is 5 MP and can also record 1080p videos at 30fps.’
Powered by the Unisoc SC9863A chipset, the Nokia C30 offers decent performance with its octa-core processor and IMG8322 GPU. It comes in two variants: 2GB RAM with 32GB storage and 3GB RAM with 64GB storage, expandable up to 256GB via a microSD card.
One of its standout features is the massive 6000mAh battery, providing long-lasting usage and supporting 10W fast charging. The phone offers various connectivity options such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and microUSB 2.0.
The Nokia C30 includes a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, and proximity sensor. It runs on Android 11 Go, a lightweight version of Android, and comes with pre-installed Google apps and services.
Available in Green, White, and Dark Grey, the Nokia C30 is priced at Rs. 12,999 in Nepal for the 2GB RAM with 32GB storage variant. It is a budget-friendly option with good performance, long battery life, and decent camera capabilities.
Nokia C30 Technical Specifications
- Body:
- 177.7 x 79.1 x 9.9 mm,
- 237grams
- Screen:
- 6.82″ IPS LCD FHD+, 20:9 Aspect Ratio,
- 720 x 1600 pixels, 257 ppi density,
- 79.9% screen-to-body ratio
- Processor:
- Unisoc SC9863A,
- 28nm mobile platform
- CPU: Octa-core (4×1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4×1.2 GHz Cortex-A55)
- GPU: IMG8322
- RAM: 2/3GB
- Memory: 32/64GB
- OS: Android 11 Go
- Rear Camera:
- 13 MP Primary Wide Camera
- 2MP Depth
- 1080p@ 30fps
- Selfie Camera:
- 5 MP, f/2.0
- Battery:
- 6000 mAh,
- 10W Fast charging
- Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
- Connectivity:
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n,
- Bluetooth 4.2,
- microUSB 2.0
- Colors: Green, White, Dark Grey
- Nokia C30 Price in Nepal: Rs.12,999 (2/32GB)
4. Realme Narzo 50i
Realme Narzo 50i is a low-cost smartphone with excellent specifications for the price. It has a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with an FHD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The screen has a pixel density of 270 ppi and a screen-to-body ratio of 80.8%. The phone boasts a slim design with a thickness of 8.9mm and a weight of 195 grams, making it comfortable to carry and operate.
The phone sports an 8 MP primary wide camera with an f/2.0 aperture and phase detection autofocus (PDAF) for fast and precise focusing. The camera can capture 1080p films at 30 frames per second. The phone sports a 5 MP selfie camera with an f/2.0 aperture on the front that can also record 1080p films at 30fps.
The Unisoc T612 processor powers the Realme Narzo 50i, which has a quad-core CPU clocked at 2.0 GHz and an octa-core GPU clocked at 1.6 GHz. The phone has 2/4GB of RAM and 32/64GB of internal storage that can be upgraded with a microSD card. The phone is powered by Android 11 and has the Realme Go UI skin on top.
The phone has a 5000mAh battery with 10W fast charging capabilities. It also features sensors such as a gyroscope, compass, proximity sensor, and accelerometer. The Realme Narzo 50i offers Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and microUSB 2.0 connectivity.
Realme Narzo 50i Technical Specifications
- Body:
- 165.2 x 76.4 x 8.9 mm,
- 195grams
- Screen:
- 6.5″ IPS LCD FHD+, 20:9 Aspect Ratio,
- 720 x 1600 pixels, 270 ppi density,
- 80.8% screen-to-body ratio
- Processor:
- Unisoc T612,
- 12nm mobile platform
- CPU: Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
- GPU: Octa-core 1.6 GHz
- RAM: 2/4GB
- Memory: 32/64GB
- OS: Android 11, Realme Go UI
- Rear Camera:
- 8 MP (f/2.0, PF) Primary Wide Camera
- 1080p@ 30fps
- Selfie Camera:
- 5 MP, f/2.0
- 1080p video at 30fps
- Battery:
- 5000 mAh,
- 10W Fast charging
- Sensors: Gyro, Compass, Proximity, Accelerometer
- Connectivity:
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n,
- Bluetooth 4.2,
- microUSB 2.0
- Colors: Carbon Black, Mint Green
- Redmi A1 + Price in Nepal: Rs.14,499 (3/32GB), Rs.15,999 (4/64GB)
3. Redmi A1 +
The Redmi A1+ is an affordable smartphone from Xiaomi launched in 2022. It features a large 6.52-inch IPS LCD FHD+ display with a 20:9 aspect ratio, providing an immersive viewing experience. The phone has a slim design, measuring 164.9 x 76.8 x 9.1 mm and weighing 192 grams. It comes in Light Green, Light Blue, and Black color options.
Powered by a MediaTek Helio A22 quad-core processor and PowerVR GE8320 GPU, the Redmi A1+ can handle daily tasks smoothly. It is available in two RAM and storage configurations – 2GB/32GB and 3GB/32GB. The phone runs on Android 12 (Go edition) with MIUI 12 for optimized performance.
The camera setup on the Redmi A1+ includes an 8 MP primary wide camera with a 0.08 MP depth sensor, capturing detailed photos. It can record 1080p videos at 30/60fps. The front camera is 8 MP and can also record 1080p videos at 30fps, ideal for capturing selfies.
With a 5000 mAh battery and 10W wired charging, the Redmi A1+ offers long-lasting battery life. It features a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and accelerometer for added convenience.
Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and microUSB 2.0, ensuring seamless connectivity with other devices and networks.
Redmi A1 + Technical Specifications
- Body:
- 164.9 x 76.8 x 9.1 mm,
- 192grams
- Screen:
- 6.52″ IPS LCD FHD+, 20:9 Aspect Ratio,
- 720 x 1600 pixels, 269 ppi density,
- 81.0% screen-to-body ratio
- Processor:
- Mediatek Helio A22,
- 12nm mobile platform
- CPU: Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
- GPU: PowerVR GE8320
- RAM: 2/3GB
- Memory: 32GB
- OS: Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 12
- Rear Camera:
- 8 MP Primary Wide Camera
- 0.08 MP Depth
- 1080p@ 30/60fps
- Selfie Camera:
- 8 MP, f/2.4
- 1080p video at 30fps
- Battery:
- 5000 mAh,
- 10W Wired charging
- Sensors: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Accelerometer
- Connectivity:
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n,
- Bluetooth 5.0,
- microUSB 2.0
- Colors: Light Green, Light Blue, Black
- Redmi A1 + Price in Nepal: Rs.12,499 (2/32GB), Rs.13,999 (3/32GB)
2. Vivo Y02
The Vivo Y02 is a stylish smartphone with a slim design and slim bezels surrounding its 6.51-inch LCD HD+ display. The display has a 20.6:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. It features a waterdrop notch at the top for the front camera. The phone comes in Orchid Blue and Cosic Grey color options.
In terms of camera capabilities, the Vivo Y02 has an 8 MP primary wide camera on the rear with 1080p video recording. The front camera is 5 MP and can also record 1080p videos.
Running on the MediaTek Helio P22 12nm mobile platform and Android 12 with FunTouchOS 12, the Vivo Y02 offers smooth performance and multitasking with its quad-core 2.0 GHz CPU. It has 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, expandable up to 256GB with a microSD card.
The phone is powered by a 5000mAh battery, providing long-lasting battery life, and supports 10W wired charging. It also includes features like a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and microUSB 2.0 connectivity.
Vivo Y02 Technical Specifications
- Body:
- 163.99×75.63×8.49mm,
- 186grams
- Screen:
- 6.51″ LCD HD+,
- 20.6:9 Aspect Ratio,
- 720 x 1600 pixels
- Processor:
- Mediatek Helio P22,
- 12nm mobile platform
- CPU: Quad-core 2.0 GHz
- RAM: 2GB
- Memory: 32GB
- OS: Android 12, FunTouchOS 12
- Rear Camera:
- 8 MP Primary Wide Camera
- 1080p@ 30/60fps
- Selfie Camera:
- 5 MP, f/2.0
- 1080p video at 30fps
- Battery:
- 5000 mAh,
- 10W Wired charging
- Sensors:
- Side-mounted fingerprint sensor,
- Accelerometer
- Connectivity:
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac,
- Bluetooth 5.1,
- microUSB 2.0
- Colors: Orchid Blue, Cosic Grey
- Vivo Y02 Price in Nepal: Rs.12,499 (2/32GB)
1.Redmi 12C
The Redmi 12C has a 6.71-inch IPS LCD Dot Drop display with 720 x 1600 pixel HD+ resolution. The display boasts a 20.6:9 aspect ratio and a brightness of 500 units, making it bright and colorful. The device’s dimensions are 168.76 x 76.41 x 8.77mm and it weighs 192 grams, making it easy to hold and transport.
The Redmi 12C boasts a clean and modern appearance. The back panel is textured for a pleasant grip, and the camera module is located in the top left corner. The device comes in four colors: graphite gray, ocean blue, mint green, and lavender purple.
The Redmi 12C has a 50MP primary camera with an f/1.8 aperture and PDAF, allowing it to shoot detailed and colorful photographs. The camera module also has an auxiliary lens that can shoot 1080p video at 30/60 frames per second. The device’s selfie camera has a 5MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture and can capture 1080p video at 30 frames per second.
The Redmi 12C is powered by a MediaTek Helio G85 CPU, a 12nm mobile architecture capable of handling most workloads. The CPU is a quad-core 2.0 GHz processor that allows for seamless performance and multitasking. The gadget is available in three RAM configurations: 3GB, 4GB, and 6GB, as well as two storage capacities: 32GB and 64GB/128 GB. The gadget is powered by Android 12 and MIUI 13, which offers a clean and user-friendly interface.
The Redmi 12C has a 5000mAh battery that can power the device for a day with moderate use. The smartphone supports cable charging at 10W, which is not the fastest but does the job. The gadget also has a fingerprint sensor on the side and an accelerometer.
Redmi 12C Technical Specifications
- Body:
- 168.76 x 76.41 x 8.77mm,
- 192grams
- Screen:
- 6.71″ IPS LCD Dot Drop HD+, 20.6:9 Aspect Ratio,
- 720 x 1600 pixels, 500nits brightness
- Processor:
- Mediatek Helio G85,
- 12nm mobile platform
- CPU: Quad-core 2.0 GHz
- RAM: 3/4/6GB
- Memory: 32/64/128GB
- OS: Android 12, MIUI 13
- Battery:
- 5000 mAh,
- 10W Wired charging
- Sensors: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Accelerometer
- Connectivity:
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac,
- Bluetooth 5.1,
- microUSB 2.0
- Colors: Graphite Gray, Ocean Blue, Mint Green, Lavender Purple
- Redmi 12C Price in Nepal: Rs.13,499 (3/32GB), Rs.14,499 (4/64GB), Rs.16,999(6/128GB)
Best Smartphones Under Rs. 15000 in Nepal
| S.N | Best Smartphones Under Rs. 15000 in Nepal | Price in Nepal |
| 1. | Redmi 12C | Rs.13,499 (3/32GB), Rs.14,499 (4/64GB), Rs.16,999(6/128GB) |
| 2. | Vivo Y02 | Rs. 12,499(2/32GB) |
| 3. | Redmi A1 + | Rs.12,499 (2/32GB), Rs.13,999 (3/32GB) |
| 4. | Realme Narzo 50i | Rs. 15,799 (4/64GB)* |
| 5. | Nokia C30 | Rs. 12,999 (2/32GB) |
| 6. | Samsung Galaxy M02s | Rs. 14,499 (3/32GB) |
| 7. | Poco C31 | Rs. 14,499 (3/32GB) |
| 8. | Coolpad Cool 12A | Rs. 13,495 (3/32GB) |
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