Now that the third quarter of 2025 has ended, lots of smartphones have been released in the local market.
In this article, we’ll talk about smartphones in the Philippines priced under PHP20K, so if you’re on that budget, this list is for you.
Read on to find out more!
Launched in July 2025, the OnePlus Nord CE 5 comes with a large 6.77-inch AMOLED display that refreshes at 120Hz.
At the back, the device offers a 50MP main and 8MP ultrawide cameras. On the front is a 16MP selfie shooter.
Inside, it runs on MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex, paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of fast UFS 3.1 storage.
Powering it all is a whopping 7100mAh battery with 80W wired charging, running on OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15.
It might feel a bit bulky and lacks expandable storage or eSIM support, but the Nord CE 5 earns a spot for its huge battery, fast charging, and clean, fluid software experience.
Next is the TECNO POVA Curve 5G. This device stands out with its curved 6.78-inch AMOLED display that refreshes at 144Hz, giving it a premium look and feel.
For optics, the POVA Curve 5G features a 64MP main camera paired with a 13MP selfie camera.
Inside, it runs the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate chip available in 8GB RAM and 256GB storage.
It also has a 5500mAh battery with 45W wired charging.
The POVA Curve 5G impresses with its looks and smooth performance for the price, but keep in mind that it lacks a microSD slot, and the cameras are just average.
We’re halfway through, and the TECNO POVA 7 Ultra 5G is our third device. It packs a 6.67-inch AMOLED screen with a 144Hz refresh rate.
For cameras, there is a 108MP main camera that captures detailed shots, while the 13MP front camera handles selfies.
It’s powered by the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate chip with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, expandable up to 1TB.
Battery-wise, it comes with a whopping 6000mAh battery, 70W wired charging, and 30W wireless charging.
The phone feels a bit heavy, and the software comes with some unnecessary pre-installed apps. However, at this price, we’re glad that the POVA 7 Ultra 5G even supports wireless charging.
Fourth on our list is the Infinix GT 30 that sports a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED screen with a 144Hz refresh rate and brightness of up to 4500 nits.
Cameras are simple as it offer a dual rear camera of 64MP main and 8MP ultrawide. On the front, you’ll get a 13MP selfie shooter.
Under the hood, it is powered by the Dimensity 7400 chip, paired with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, giving it great gaming performance for the price.
It also packs a 5500mAh battery and 45W wired charging.
It might be a bit bulky with a plastic build and average cameras, but its LED light strips, shoulder triggers, and gaming-focused design make it a standout for mobile gamers.
Last on our list, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate.
This device is the only one on our list that offers a triple camera setup. This includes a 50MP main, 5MP ultrawide, and 2MP macro sensor. On the front, there is a 13MP selfie camera.
Inside, it is powered by the Exynos 1330 chip with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, expandable up to 2TB.
It also packs a 5000mAh battery with 25W fast charging and runs One UI 7 based on Android 15.
While its charging speed is slower and the display refresh rate isn’t the highest, the Galaxy A17 5G offers reliable performance and long-term software support.
Note: This list is in no particular order. The prices mentioned are SRPs (suggested retail prices). Actual prices may vary depending on sales, store promos, and ongoing discounts.
That’s our list of the top 5 phones under PHP20K for the third quarter of 2025! Let us know which one caught your eye in the comments!
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