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It’s that time of the year again where
we round off the latest smartphone
releases here in the Philippines. Today,
we’re checking out mid-range smartphones
priced at under 15,000 pesos that were
launched during the first quarter of
2026. Take note, these are the latest
releases that we’re covering and not
necessarily a recommended list. Now
that’s out of the way, let’s get right
into the video.
Kicking things off is the Redmi Note 15
series and two of them fall under 15,000
pesos. [music]
The most affordable out of the bunch is
the base model of the Redmi Note 15
priced at just 10,999
pesos. For the price, it gets
entry-level specs along with some good
ones, too. It features a MediaTek Helio
G100 Ultra chipset, a 6.77-in full HD
plus AMOLED display, and a 108-megapixel
main camera. There’s 8 gig of RAM and
128 gig of internal storage that’s
expandable via microSD slot. Battery is
rated at 6,000 mA of our capacity paired
with 33 watts of wired and 18 watts
reverse wired charging. It also gets
some added protection with an IT64
rating for dust and splash resistance.
Interestingly, it doesn’t ship with the
latest HyperOS 3, but instead has
HyperOS 2 with Android 15. Again, the
Redmi Note 15 4G is priced at 10,999
pesos. Next up, we have the 5G version
rocking an identical look with slightly
different internals. It’s equipped with
a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, the same
6.77-in AMOLED display, and a
108-megapixel main camera paired with an
8-megapixel ultra-wide. For config, it
comes with 8 gig of RAM and 256 [music]
gig of expandable storage. Its battery
is slightly smaller packing a 5,520 mA
unit, but it has a relatively faster
charging rate at 44 watts. This guy does
have a stronger water resistance with an
IP66 rating. And just like its 4G
counterpart, the 5G version also ships
with HyperOS 2 based on Android 15. The
Redmi Note 15 5G starts at 13,999 pesos
for the 6 gig plus 128 gig model and
1,000 pesos more for the 8 gig plus 128
gig variant. [music] Another release
from Xiaomi comes from its sub-brand,
the Poco M8 5G. This one’s probably a
cheaper version of the Redmi Note 15 5G
with [music] prices starting at 12,999
pesos. It features the same Snapdragon 6
Gen 3 chip and the same 6.77-in full HD
plus AMOLED display. However, the
cameras are simmered down to a
50-megapixel main shooter and a
2-megapixel auxiliary lens. Probably the
best thing about this phone is there’s a
512 gig version that’s big enough for
all your files and apps. Battery-wise,
it packs the same 5,520 mA unit paired
with 45 watts of charging. For extra
peace of mind, it also comes with an
IP66 rating. As expected, this model
ships with HyperOS 2 on top of Android
15 as well. The Poco M8 5G sets you back
at 12,999 pesos for the 256 gig model,
while the 512 gig version is priced at
14,999
pesos. Now, gaming phones on a budget
continue to exist thanks mostly to
Nubia. Their latest budget release being
the Neo 5 5G. There are the usual
console-level shoulder triggers, a
gaming-centric design,
>> [music]
>> and a decently performing chip. Under
the hood, it features a Unisoc T9300
chipset [music] combined with 8 gig of
RAM and 128 gig of expandable storage.
For cameras, it gets a 50-megapixel main
shooter paired with a 2-megapixel depth
sensor. [music] Battery is rated at 6050
mA unit complemented with 45 watts of
charging. It also supports an IP64
rating for dust and splash resistance.
And on to the software side, it ships
with the latest Android 16 using its
MyOS 16 skin. The Nubia Neo 5G is priced
at just 11,999
pesos.
>> [music]
>> The next entry is somewhat a weird brew
from Oppo, but in a good way, and it’s
the A60 [music] Pro. It compromises on a
couple of major features, but champions
itself when it comes to delivering a
solid battery life and solid protection.
For starters, it boasts a 7,000 mA
battery big enough to last up to 11
hours of mobile gaming, or so at least
according to Oppo. And it comes with an
IP69 rating for that high level of dust
and water resistance. These are
something you rarely see at this price
point. Now for the compromises, the
display and performance. It only sports
a 6.75-in HD plus IPS LCD. [music]
Yes, you heard that right, it’s not
using an AMOLED screen. Plus, the
chipset on board is the Snapdragon 685
which only delivers an entry-level
performance. Other notable features are
a 50-megapixel main camera, a microSD
slot, and 45 watts of charging. The Oppo
A60 Pro comes in at 10,999 pesos. Last,
but definitely not the least, we have
the Infinix Note Edge [music] coming at
14,999 pesos. Specs-wise, it features a
MediaTek Dimensity 7100 chipset and a
relatively better-looking 6.78-in
[music] AMOLED display. The screen has a
1.5K resolution and uses a curved edge
design, hence the name. For config, it
packs 8 gig of RAM and 256 gig of
internal storage. Sadly, no microSD card
slot [music] here. At the rear, it
sports a 50-megapixel main shooter
alongside an auxiliary lens. Keeping
things running [music] is a 6,500 mA
battery paired with 45 watts of
charging. Of course, this one also gets
some nice ingress protection with IP65
rating. Software-wise, it ships with the
latest XOS 16 on top of Android 16.
[music] Again, the Infinix Note Edge is
priced at 14,999
pesos.
And that wraps up this list. Are you
planning to pick one up soon? Which one
do you think offers the best value in
this price range? Let us know in the
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Earl and I’ll see you guys in the next
one.
Bye.
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It’s that time of the year again when we round up the latest smartphone releases in the Philippines. In this video, we explore mid-range smartphones priced under PHP 15,000 that were launched during the first quarter of 2026. If you’re looking for a new phone that won’t break the bank but still offers solid performance, this is for you. Watch as we test and compare the newest contenders. Which one will come out on top? You’ll have to hit play to find out!
What You’ll See in This Video
- Redmi Note 15 4G: PHP 10,999 with MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra, 6.77-inch AMOLED, 108MP camera, 6,000mAh battery.
- Redmi Note 15 5G: PHP 13,999 with Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, 5,520mAh battery, 44W charging, IP66 rating.
- Both phones feature 8GB RAM, expandable storage, and AMOLED displays.
- The 5G version offers faster charging and better water resistance.
- These are the latest releases, not necessarily a recommended list.
Want to see which phone wins the value-for-money crown? Watch the full video now!
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these phones available in the Philippines?
Yes, both the Redmi Note 15 4G and 5G are already available in local stores and online.
How much does the Redmi Note 15 5G cost?
The 5G version is priced at PHP 13,999, still under the PHP 15,000 budget.
Does the Redmi Note 15 4G have a headphone jack?
Yes, it retains the 3.5mm headphone jack and also has a microSD slot for expandable storage.
What is the battery life like on the Redmi Note 15 4G?
With a 6,000mAh battery, it can easily last a full day of heavy use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of the base Redmi Note 15 model?
The base Redmi Note 15 model is priced at 10,999 pesos.
What chipset does the Redmi Note 15 use?
The Redmi Note 15 features a MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra chipset.
Does the Redmi Note 15 ship with the latest HyperOS?
The Redmi Note 15 ships with HyperOS 2 based on Android 15, not HyperOS 3.
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