For buyers who want more than just a low price tag, the current budget phone segment now offers a mix that was once hard to find in this range. Smooth 120Hz displays, large batteries, faster charging, and more capable chipsets are appearing across a lineup that starts at around Rp1 million.
That shift makes the search less about choosing a basic daily phone and more about deciding which strength matters most. Some models focus on battery life, others on display quality, while several already bring features such as AMOLED panels, NFC, OIS, and 5G support.
Affordable entry points with practical specs
At the lower end of the range, Oppo A6x stands out as one of the most accessible options at around Rp1.5 million. It carries a 6.75-inch 120Hz LCD, Snapdragon 685, and a 6,500mAh battery for users who prioritize endurance.
Another budget-friendly choice is Oppo A3 NFC, which starts at Rp2,199,000. The phone offers a 90Hz display with a high touch sampling rate, a 5,100mAh battery, Snapdragon 6s Gen 1, 45W SUPERVOOC fast charging, and NFC.
Battery life remains a major selling point
Several phones in this class lean heavily on larger batteries. iQoo Z9x is one of the stronger examples, with a 6.72-inch Full HD+ 120Hz display, Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 built on 4nm, a 6,000mAh battery, and 44W fast charging.
The model also comes with RAM options up to 12GB and storage up to 256GB. That combination makes it suitable for users who want enough headroom for daily multitasking without leaving the budget segment.
Tecno Pova 7 pushes battery capacity even further with a 7,000mAh unit. It pairs that with Helio G100 Ultimate, a 6.78-inch FHD+ 120Hz display, and a 108MP main camera, while its price starts at Rp2,359,000.
Infinix Note 50x takes a different route with Dimensity 7300 Ultimate on a 4nm process. It includes a 120Hz display, a 5,500mAh battery, 45W fast charging, a 50MP main camera, and 4K video recording, with pricing from Rp2,499,000.
AMOLED screens and premium touches are no longer rare
The budget category is also seeing more phones with AMOLED panels. Redmi Note 14 remains a strong option thanks to its 120Hz AMOLED screen and 108MP main camera, with the 8GB/128GB version priced at Rp2,399,000 and the 8GB/256GB version at Rp2,599,000.
It uses Helio G99-Ultra, carries a 5,500mAh battery, and supports 33W fast charging. That makes it a well-rounded choice for users who want a familiar balance of display quality, camera resolution, and battery size.
Infinix Hot 50 Pro+ goes after buyers who want a more premium look without moving far up the price ladder. It features a 6.78-inch AMOLED 120Hz curved display, Helio G100, 8GB RAM, storage up to 256GB, and a slim body design, with pricing starting at Rp2,499,000.
Infinix Note 50 adds another layer of appeal with a 144Hz AMOLED display and a 50MP camera with OIS. The phone also uses Helio G100 Ultimate, a 5,200mAh battery, and 30W MagCharge wireless charging, and it is sold from Rp2,679,000.
Models that stretch the value equation further
POCO M7 Pro 5G is aimed at users who want a bright screen and steadier camera performance. It comes with a 120Hz AMOLED display rated at up to 2,100 nits, Dimensity 7025-Ultra, a 50MP Sony IMX882 camera with OIS, a 5,110mAh battery, and 45W fast charging, starting at Rp2,699,000.
Tecno Pova Curve 5G adds a curved-screen design to the mix. The phone uses Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, a 144Hz AMOLED display, a 5,500mAh battery, and 45W fast charging, with prices beginning at Rp3,449,000.
Samsung Galaxy A26 5G targets a different kind of buyer. It offers a 6.7-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED display with Gorilla Glass Victus+, Exynos 1380, Android 15 with One UI 7, and support for up to six generations of Android updates, with pricing around Rp3.8 million.
Higher-tier options still emphasize endurance
At the upper end of this group, Vivo iQOO Z10 puts battery capacity at the center of its appeal. It uses Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 built on 4nm, a 7,300mAh battery, a 120Hz AMOLED display with brightness up to 5,000 nits, a 50MP OIS main camera, and 90W fast charging, with prices starting at Rp3,669,000.
Poco X7 5G rounds out the lineup with a CrystalRes AMOLED 120Hz display, brightness up to 3,000 nits, Dimensity 7300-Ultra, a 5,110mAh battery, a 50MP OIS main camera, IP68 certification, and a modern design. It is sold at Rp4,149,000, placing it among the most complete choices in this price band.
Source: www.medcom.id
