With the onset of February 2025, new budget smartphones have hit the market, while some models have become outdated. The NEWS.am Tech editorial team has selected the top five smartphones under $110 that are genuinely worth considering this month.

Xiaomi Poco C75 – Style and Power at a Low Cost

  • Design: A marble texture on the back in green looks premium. There are also sleek dark versions with a matte finish.
  • Display: 6.88-inch IPS display with 120 Hz.
  • Processor: Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm) - quite snappy for the price.
  • Camera: 50 MP.
  • Battery: 5160 mAh.
  • Conclusion: A smartphone with impressive design, a large screen, and decent hardware for its price.

Xiaomi Redmi 14C – Premium Materials in a Budget Phone

  • Design: Rare in this segment - a glass back panel.
  • Display: 120 Hz IPS display.
  • Processor: Helio G81 Ultra.
  • Cameras: 50+2 MP rear, 13 MP front.
  • Battery: 5160 mAh, 18W fast charging.
  • Conclusion: The glass body and good internals make this smartphone the best alternative to cheap iPhones.

Tecno Spark 30C – Stylish Budget Phone with NFC

  • Design: Camera block styled like flagships.
  • Display: 120 Hz IPS display.
  • Processor: Helio G81.
  • Camera: 48 MP.
  • Battery: 5000 mAh.
  • Additional: NFC for contactless payments, IP54 protection, stereo speakers.
  • Conclusion: An excellent choice for those wanting to pay with their phone and enjoy stereo music.

Realme C61 – A Budget iPhone?

  • Design: Inspired by iPhone Pro with a similar camera block.
  • Display: 90 Hz IPS display.
  • Processor: Average but sufficient for daily tasks.
  • Camera: 50 MP.
  • Battery: 5000 mAh.
  • Memory: 6/128 GB base.
  • Conclusion: Suitable for those who want a phone with an iPhone-like design but at a reasonable price.

Infinix Smart 9 – For Simple Tasks and Elderly Users

  • Display: 6.7 inches, 120 Hz.
  • Processor: Helio G81 - suitable for basic tasks.
  • Camera: 13 MP.
  • Battery: 5000 mAh.
  • Additional: Stereo speakers, simplified Android 14 Go.
  • Conclusion: A simple and user-friendly smartphone, perfect for elderly users or those who don't need advanced features.

Final Thoughts: Which Smartphone to Choose?

  • For stylish design and powerful specs: Poco C75
  • If material quality is important: Redmi 14C
  • For convenient contactless payments: Tecno Spark 30C
  • For iPhone design lovers: Realme C61
  • For simple tasks and elderly users: Infinix Smart 9