Smartphones under PHP5,000 are among the most affordable options in the market. They won’t break the bank but still get the job done, right?
And in the first half of 2025, there are plenty of smartphones within this price range.
So, if you’re curious to learn more about our top 5 phones under 5k this year, check out our list below.
Starting this top 5 phones under 5k list with the vivo Y04 launched in March 2025, this affordable smartphone from vivo features a 6.74-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels.
It supports a 90Hz refresh rate and has a maximum brightness of 570 nits. For cameras, it includes a 13MP main camera, alongside a 0.08MP adjunct lens, and a 5MP notch front camera.
The device is equipped with UNISOC T7225 chipset, paired with 4GB of RAM and either 64GB or 128GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 1TB via a microSD card.
It has a 5500mAh battery with 15W wired charging rate and runs on Android 14 with Funtouch OS 14, supporting Dual SIM and 4G LTE connectivity.
The vivo Y04, priced at PHP4,699 for the 4GB + 64GB variant, could be worth it if you’re looking for a budget-friendly device with decent performance for everyday tasks like browsing and social media.
Launched in March 2025, the Infinix SMART 9 HD features a large 6.7-inch HD+ IPS LCD screen with a 720 x 1600 pixel resolution. It also boasts a 90Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 500 nits.
For multimedia, there is a 13MP main camera that comes with an f/1.85 aperture, autofocus, an LED flash, and can record videos in full 1080p. The 8MP front camera for selfies is housed in a punch-hole design.
Under the hood, the device packs a MediaTek Helio G50 chipset paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 1TB via a microSD card.
It’s powered by a 5000mAh battery, with a 10W charging rate and runs on Android 14 (Go Edition) with XOS 14, the phone also supports dual nano SIM cards and 4G LTE connectivity.
The Infinix SMART 9 HD is available in 4GB + 64GB model and is priced at PHP3,699.
Well, it’s a good option for casual photography and selfies, but you can expect that this phone might struggle with heavy multitasking or demanding apps.
Onto the next smartphone in our top 5 phones under 5k, we have here the TECNO SPARK Go 1s, which is launched in January 2025.
The TECNO SPARK Go 1s features a 6.67-inch HD+ IPS LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate.
It comes with a 13MP main camera with autofocus and an AI lens, along with an 8MP punch-hole front camera for selfies.
Powered by the MediaTek Helio G50 chipset, 3GB of RAM, and 64GB of expandable storage, the device is also expandable up to 1TB via microSD.
Battery-wise, it is packed with a 5000mAh battery and 15W fast charging—spoiler alert—it’s the second fastest wired charging on this list.
It runs on Android 14 Go Edition with HiOS 14 and is priced at PHP4,699 for the 3GB+64GB variant.
The TECNO SPARK Go 1s is great for those on a budget, offering a decent display and camera, and a standard battery capacity for everyday use.
However, its 3GB RAM and MediaTek Helio G50 might struggle with multitasking or more demanding apps. If you’re just looking for basic features, it’s a solid choice.
We’re almost at the end of our top 5 phones under 5k list, and the fourth smartphone is the realme Note 60x, which features a 6.74-inch HD+ IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, offering a 90Hz refresh rate and 560 nits of peak brightness.
It comes with dual rear cameras, including an 8MP primary camera with autofocus and a 5MP secondary camera for basic photography.
The phone is powered by the UNISOC Tiger T612 processor, paired with 3GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, which became officially available in January 2025.
It also packs a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging support and runs on Android 14 with realme UI. The device supports dual SIM and 4G LTE connectivity.
At PHP4,299, it offers a balance of essential features at an affordable price, making it a good option for budget-conscious users.
The nubia V70 Max, released in February 2025, takes the last spot in our top 5 phones under 5k.
It comes with a large 6.9-inch IPS LCD HD+ display that offers 120Hz refresh rate.
It features a 50MP main camera, along with a 2MP additional camera and another unspecified lens. Meanwhile, for selfies, it has an 8MP front camera.
Under the hood, it is powered by the UNISOC Tiger T606 processor, paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, which can be expanded up to 1TB via a microSD card.
The phone runs on Android 15 with MyOS 15 and supports dual SIM. Plus, it packs a 6000mAh battery with 22.5W wired charging, which, by the way, is the fastest among the options here.
Lastly, the V70 Max is priced at PHP4,699 for the 6GB+128GB version. If you’re after a big display, the largest among these phones, a long-lasting battery, also the biggest here, and an affordable price, then the nubia V70 Max is worth considering!
That wraps up our list of top 5 phones under 5k for the first half of 2025!
While these devices may not have flagship-level specs, they still offer solid features for everyday use—whether it’s for browsing, social media, or casual photography.
So, which of these budget-friendly smartphones caught your eye? Let us know your pick down below! Also, you might want to check our YouTube Channel for more top smartphones in the Philippines this 2025.
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