The budget smartphone segment is looking tighter than it used to, but several models in the Rp 1 million range still offer enough value for everyday communication and light productivity. For users who only need reliable basics, the remaining options can still be practical if expectations are set correctly.
What has changed most is the feature mix. Memory pressure in the broader technology supply chain is pushing many entry-level phones toward smaller RAM and storage combinations, while some brands are also trimming extras such as gyro sensors or higher-grade charging speeds.
| Model | Starting Price | Key Strength | Main Trade-Off |
|---|---|---|---|
| Itel A200 | Rp 1,5 juta-Rp 1,6 juta | 120 Hz display, IP rating, audio jack, infrared blaster | eMMC 5.1, 10W charging, no NFC |
| Itel City 200 | Rp 1,7 jutaan | NFC, IP65, 5.200 mAh battery, infrared blaster, audio jack | No light sensor, no gyro |
| Tecno Spark Go 3 | Rp 1.849.000-Rp 1.949.000 | 120 Hz adaptive display, IP rating, audio jack | Basic positioning, limited details on downsides |
| Samsung Galaxy A07 | Rp 1,8 jutaan | Helio G99, UFS 2.2, 50 MP camera, 6-year software updates | No NFC, limited memory choices |
| Redmi A7 Pro / Poco C81 Pro | Rp 1,8 juta-Rp 1,9 juta | 6.9-inch 120 Hz display, 6,000 mAh battery, UFS storage | No NFC, no IP rating |
| vivo Y19s Pro | Rp 1,6 juta-Rp 1.999.000 | 44W charging, Dual Speaker, IP64, audio jack | UniSOC T612, eMMC storage, no NFC |
| Motorola G06 Power | Rp 1,9 jutaan-Rp 2.099.000 | 7,000 mAh battery, NFC, stereo speakers, clean UI, IP64 | eMMC storage, 18W charging |
Among the seven, Samsung Galaxy A07 stands out for performance-oriented buyers because it uses Helio G99 and UFS 2.2 storage. It also comes with a 50 MP camera, dual microphones, and software support that is said to last up to six years.
For buyers who care more about battery endurance and smoother daily use, Redmi A7 Pro or Poco C81 Pro and Motorola G06 Power are easier to justify. The former combines a 6.9-inch 120 Hz screen with a 6,000 mAh battery, while the Motorola model goes even further on capacity with 7,000 mAh and adds NFC plus stereo speakers.
Two models lean heavily on practical extras. Itel City 200 offers NFC, IP65 protection, a 5,200 mAh battery, infrared blaster, and audio jack, while vivo Y19s Pro focuses on 44W fast charging, Dual Speaker audio, and IP64 protection.
That said, both of those phones also carry compromises that matter to some buyers. Itel City 200 lacks a light sensor and gyro, while vivo Y19s Pro is still limited by a UniSOC T612 chipset and eMMC storage, making it a better fit for convenience than for heavy performance.
Tecno Spark Go 3 sits in the middle of the pack with a 120 Hz adaptive display, IP rating, and audio jack. It is offered in a Rp 1.849.000 4/64 GB variant and a Rp 1.949.000 4/128 GB variant with the UniSOC T7250 chipset.
Itel A200 is another low-cost option for buyers who want a simple phone with a few unusual extras. Its 120 Hz screen, IP rating, infrared blaster, and audio jack are notable at this level, even though the device uses eMMC 5.1, charges at only 10W, and drops the main camera resolution to 13 MP.
In practice, the best choice depends on what matters most at this price. Buyers who want the strongest performance are likely to prefer Samsung Galaxy A07, while those who value a big battery, NFC, or faster charging may find Motorola G06 Power, Itel City 200, or vivo Y19s Pro more suitable.
For light daily use, the market still offers enough variety to avoid a one-size-fits-all compromise. The challenge is no longer finding a cheap phone, but choosing which feature set is worth giving up.
