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So, peeps, Earl from UgeTech, and it’s
that time of the year again where we
round up the latest smartphone releases
here in the Philippines. Today, we’re
checking out budget and entry-level
smartphones priced at under 10,000 pesos
that were launched during the first
quarter of 2026. If you’re looking for
an affordable upgrade or just curious
about what’s new in the budget scene,
we’ve got you covered. So, without
further ado, let’s dive right into it.
Kicking off this list is the Oppo A6X 5G
priced at 9,899 pesos. [music] For a
smartphone that sits right at the top of
our budget cap, the Oppo A6X 5G offers a
respectable package. It sports a 6.75-in
HD Plus IPS LCD panel with 120 Hz
refresh rate and peaks at 1,125 nits in
high brightness mode or HBM. Powering
the device is a MediaTek Dimensity 6300
chipset paired with 4 gig of RAM and 128
gig expandable storage. It’s not exactly
a powerhouse, but it should be enough
for basic tasks like social media,
messaging, light gaming, and watching
content. Checking out its cameras, the
rear houses a 50-megapixel main shooter
paired with an auxiliary lens. And the
front camera is a 5-megapixel sensor
housed in a punch-hole notch design.
Software-wise, the Oppo A6X ships with
Android 15 with ColorOS 15 skin on top.
So far, there’s no word on long-term
software support or future updates,
which is something to keep in mind. On
the plus side, it comes with an IP64
rating, giving it protection against
dust and water splashes. For battery,
the Oppo A6X 5G packs a massive 6,500
mAh capacity and it supports 15 watts of
wired charging. Again, the Oppo A6X 5G
retails for 9,899 pesos for the 4 gig
plus 128 gig configuration. Next up, we
have the Nubia V80 Max. [music] We’ve
actually done a full review of this
already, so you can check that out on
our YouTube channel or website. Right
off the bat, the V80 Max looks more
premium than you’d expect for the price.
It has a large form factor and a
clearer, more polished design compared
to most budget phones, at least in our
opinion. Inside, it’s powered by a
Unisoc T7250 chip paired with 8 gig of
RAM and 128 gig of storage, plus a
dedicated microSD [music] slot. It even
has a 3.5-mm headphone jack for those
who preferred a wired listening
experience. Up front, you’re getting a
big 6.9-in HD Plus IPS display with 120
Hz refresh rate and brightness tops out
at 750 nits [music] in HBM. For cameras,
it has a 50-megapixel main shooter with
PDAF [music] alongside a 2-megapixel
depth sensor and an auxiliary lens.
Selfies are handled by a 16-megapixel
front camera in a drop notch design. On
the software side, it runs Android 16
with MyOS 16, and it comes with a bunch
of useful AI features out of the box.
Battery-wise, it packs a 6,000 mAh
capacity with 22.5 watts of charging,
plus 10 watts of reverse charging. And
for the price, the Nubia V80 Max comes
in at 9,899 pesos. Next, we have a
Samsung entry on the list, the Galaxy
A07 5G. If you’re someone who prefers
sticking with a more familiar and
trusted brand in the budget segment,
this one could easily make your short
list. Under the hood, it’s powered by a
MediaTek Dimensity 6300 paired with 4
gig of RAM and 128 gig of expandable
storage. It runs on Android 15 with One
UI 8 on top. You’re getting a 6.7-in HD
Plus IPS LCD with a 120 Hz refresh rate
and a peak brightness of around 800 nits
HBM. For cameras, it features a
50-megapixel main sensor along with a
2-megapixel auxiliary lens. For selfies,
it has an 8-megapixel front shooter
housed in a drop notch. Battery-wise, it
packs a 6,000 mAh capacity with 25 watts
charging. It’s also IP54 rated, so it
gets some protection against dust and
splashes. The Samsung Galaxy A07 5G is
priced at 9,899
pesos. Of course, we can’t leave out
Honor when it comes to budget phones.
One of its more affordable entries right
now is the Honor X5C Plus, which we also
took in for a review, by the way. Up
front, it features a large 6.74-in HD
Plus TFT LCD panel with a 90 Hz refresh
rate and 450 nits typical brightness.
Around the back, you get a clean,
familiar design highlighted by a
50-megapixel main camera with an
auxiliary lens. Meanwhile, selfies are
handled by a 5-megapixel front camera in
a waterdrop cutout. Under the hood, it’s
powered by a MediaTek Helio G81 chip and
runs Android 15 with MagicOS 9.0 on top.
For battery, it packs a 5,260 mAh
capacity with 15 watts charging. The
Honor X5C Plus retails for 6,899 pesos
with a sole config of 4 gig plus 128 gig
model. Another newly launched budget
phone is the Realme Note 80 priced at
6,899
pesos. For the price, it has two key
highlights, durability and battery life.
You’re getting a 6.7-in HD Plus IPS LCD
with a 90 Hz refresh rate and a peak
brightness of 450 nits. Its durability
aspect covers a military-grade shock
resistance on top of IP54 rating for
dust and splash resistance. Battery is a
strong point, packing a large 6,300 mAh
capacity with 15 watts charging. It’s
powered by a Unisoc T7250 chip paired
with 4 gig of RAM and 64 gig of storage,
and runs on Android 15 with Realme UI on
top. And for cameras, it has an
8-megapixel rear shooter and a
5-megapixel front camera. Again, the
Realme Note 80 sets you back at 6,899
pesos. Now, here’s another option from
Oppo priced at just 6,499 pesos, the
Oppo A60. For the most part, it looks
the same as the A6X 5G on paper and in
terms of design. The Oppo A60 features
the same 6.75-in HD Plus IPS LCD panel
that runs at 120 Hz refresh rate and
peaks up to 1,125 nits of brightness.
For cameras, it packs a 13-megapixel
main rear shooter and a 5-megapixel
front camera. Under the hood, it’s
powered by the good old Snapdragon 685
chip combined with 4 gig of RAM and
either 64 or 128 gig of expandable
storage. Software-wise, it ships with
Android 15 and ColorOS 15 on top. And
for extra peace of mind, it’s IP64 rated
for dust and splash resistance. Keeping
everything running is a large 6,500 mAh
battery with support for 15 watts
charging. The Oppo A60 is priced at
6,499 pesos for the 4 gig plus 64 gig
configuration. While the 4 gig plus 128
gig variant retails for 7,499
pesos. If you find these previous models
still pricey, don’t worry. We have three
smartphones that are priced below 5,000
pesos. Starting with the Infinix Smart
20 priced at just 4,499
pesos. Despite its budget-friendly
price, it still offers practical
features in a slim 7.7-mm profile for a
more modern look. The phone sports a
6.78-in HD Plus display with a 120 Hz
refresh rate while cameras include an
8-megapixel rear shooter and an
8-megapixel selfie camera. Under the
hood, it runs on a MediaTek Helio G81
Ultimate chipset paired with 4 gig of
RAM with Android 16 and XOS handling
software duties. It also comes with a
side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Battery-wise, the device packs a 5,200
mAh battery and it’s also IP64 rated for
dust and splash resistance. Pricing
starts at 4,499 pesos for the 64 gig
version and the 128 gig variant goes for
5,499 pesos. Next up, if you want yet
another well-protected daily driver
without spending too much, meet the
Tecno Spark Go 3. This one’s also got an
IP64 rating for dust and splash
resistance. It even features up to 1.2 m
of drop resistance for extra peace of
mind. Going back to specs, it features a
6.75-in HD Plus display with a 120 Hz
refresh rate. For cameras, the phone
comes with a 13-megapixel rear shooter
and an 8-megapixel selfie camera, which
should be enough for basic snaps, video
calls, and social media uploads. Under
the hood, it runs on a Unisoc T7250
chipset paired with 4 gig of RAM while
software is handled by Android 15 with
the AI-enhanced HiOS 15 on top. The
battery is rated 5,000 mAh battery
paired with 15 watts of charging. The
Tecno Spark Go 3 is priced at 4,499
pesos for the 4 gig plus 64 gig variant
and 4,899 pesos for the 4 gig plus 128
gig version. Last, but definitely not
the least, we have an entry-level from
iTel, the iTel A100C. Prices start at
just 3,299 pesos, the cheapest on this
list. It features a 6.6-in HD Plus
display paired with an 8-megapixel rear
camera and a 5-megapixel selfie shooter
for basic photos, video calls, and
social media use. Powering the device is
a Unisoc T7100 [music] chipset with
either 2 gig or 3 gig of RAM while
software is handled by Android 15 Go
Edition. This comes with a side-mounted
fingerprint scanner along with support
for up to 128 gig of expandable storage.
Keeping the phone running is a 5,000 mAh
battery with 10 watts of charging. The
iTel A100C is priced at 3,299 pesos for
the 2 gig plus 64 gig variant, 3,499
pesos for the 3 gig plus 64 gig variant,
and 4,199 pesos for the 3 gig plus 128
gig config.
And that wraps up this list. These
latest releases are just in time for
graduation season, and they might just
be the perfect gift for a friend or
family. [music] If you’re to get one of
the said smartphones on this list, which
one would you pick and why? We’d love to
hear your thoughts in the comments
below. Please feel free to share this
video on your socials, so it could help
others if they’re planning to buy a new
daily [music] driver. Continue visiting
our YouTube channel and website for
updates and reviews. Again, this is
Earl, and I’ll see you guys in the next
one.
Bye.
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Hey, budget hunters! Earl from YugaTech here, and we know that feeling when you’re scrolling through online stores, trying to find a decent smartphone that won’t make your wallet cry. The sub-10k peso segment is always a battlefield, with new contenders popping up every quarter. For Q1 2026, we’ve seen some surprisingly spicy options hit the Philippine market, and we couldn’t wait to get our hands on them. In this video, we’re doing the heavy lifting for you. We’ve rounded up the latest budget and entry-level smartphones launched this quarter, all priced under that magic PHP 10,000 mark. Are these new models actually worth your hard-earned cash, or are they just rehashed versions of last year’s phones with a new sticker? We explore everything from display quality and chipset performance to camera capabilities and battery life, all through the lens of a typical Filipino user. Think of it as your shortcut through the overwhelming sea of options. If you’re planning an affordable upgrade or are just curious about what the budget scene looks like in early 2026, you’ll want to see this.
What You’ll See in This Video
- We kick things off with a 5G contender that pushes right against the budget ceiling. Does its feature set justify the price?
- Next, we look at a model with ‘Max’ in its name. Does it live up to that promise with its specs and size?
- We break down the key specs you should care about: displays with high refresh rates, capable chipsets for daily use, and battery capacities that can last through your commute and then some.
- Camera performance is always a big question. We give you our first impressions on the shooters in this price bracket.
- Finally, we discuss the often-overlooked but crucial details like software support and build quality. These can make or break a budget phone experience.
Stop guessing and start watching. Hit play on the video above to see which of these Q1 2026 budget smartphones deserves a spot in your pocket!
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these phones already available in the Philippines?
Yes. The smartphones featured in this video are models that were officially launched in the Philippine market during the first quarter of 2026.
Is 5G connectivity available in phones under PHP 10,000 now?
It’s becoming more common. As you’ll see in the video, some new models in this price range, like the one we lead with, are starting to offer 5G connectivity, which is great for future-proofing.
What’s the most important thing to look for in a budget phone in 2026?
Beyond just the processor and RAM, long-term software support and battery life are becoming critical differentiators. We touch on why these factors matter in our video discussion.
Can these phones handle mobile games like Mobile Legends?
For light to moderate gaming, many of them should be capable. The performance will vary depending on the chipset and graphics settings, which we briefly cover in our first-look impressions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of the Oppo A6X 5G?
The Oppo A6X 5G is priced at 9,899 pesos.
What chipset does the Oppo A6X 5G use?
It uses a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset.
What operating system does the Oppo A6X 5G ship with?
It ships with Android 15 with ColorOS 15 skin.
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