You may have read our article for smartphones under PHP10,000 for the 1st half of 2019, but that list is merely a compilation. Today, we’re checking out budget and entry-level smartphones priced at under PHP 10,000 that were launched during the first quarter of 2026. Today, we’re checking out midrange smartphones priced at under PHP 15,000 that were launched during the first quarter of 2026. But before the new phones arrive in the Philippines, let’s take a look at the midrange smartphones launched this Q1 of 2026, specifically those priced under PHP 40,000. Under the metal, the POCO X8 Pro Max packs a MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset which makes it one of the most powerful smartphones on this list. -- So that wraps up our list of top smartphone picks under PHP 20,000 launched this Q1 of 2026. Read more in our articles including "Watch: Realme 5i Review" and "Watch: TOP Smartphones Under PHP10,000 (Mid 2019)".
You may have read our article for smartphones under PHP10,000 for the 1st half of 2019, but that list is merely a compilation. Today, we’re checking out budget and entry-level smartphones priced at under PHP 10,000 that were launched during the first quarter of 2026.
Today, we’re checking out midrange smartphones priced at under PHP 15,000 that were launched during the first quarter of 2026. But before the new phones arrive in the Philippines, let’s take a look at the midrange smartphones launched this Q1 of 2026, specifically those priced under PHP 40,000. Under the metal, the POCO X8 Pro Max packs a MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset which makes it one of the most powerful smartphones on this list.
Our coverage of smartphone under 10k includes: "Watch: Realme 5i Review"; "Watch: TOP Smartphones Under PHP10,000 (Mid 2019)"; "Smartphones Under PHP 10,000 | Q1 2026". Each article provides unique insights and information.