Best Budget 5G Smartphones Going on Sale Next Week

Planning to buy a new smartphone without stretching your budget? The coming week brings two exciting options for buyers looking for feature packed devices at competitive prices. From a budget friendly 5G phone with a large battery to a midrange model loaded with AI features, both iQOO and Lava are gearing up for their first sales with attractive launch offers.

Among the upcoming launches, the Lava Virat V1 5G stands out as one of the most affordable 5G smartphones in its segment. At a special introductory price of ₹11999, it offers 8GB total RAM through memory expansion, a massive 6000mAh battery and Android 16, making it an appealing option for users who want long battery life and modern software without spending much.

The iQOO Z11 Lite 5G, meanwhile, targets buyers looking for stronger performance and premium features. The smartphone will go on sale from July 30 at 12 PM through the company’s official website and Amazon. It is available in Midnight Blue and Solar Flame color options. The 4GB plus 128GB model is priced at ₹19499, while the 6GB plus 128GB and 6GB plus 256GB variants cost ₹21499 and ₹24499 respectively. Customers using SBI or Axis Bank cards can receive an instant discount of up to ₹1500, reducing the effective starting price to ₹17999.

Performance is one of the highlights of the iQOO Z11 Lite 5G. It features a 6.74 inch HD Plus IPS display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1200 nits peak brightness. Powering the device is the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, which has achieved an AnTuTu benchmark score of more than 579000. Running on Android 16 based OriginOS 6, the phone is also promised two years of Android updates and four years of security patches.

The camera setup includes a 50 megapixel Sony primary sensor paired with AI powered photography tools, while a 5 megapixel front camera handles selfies and video calls. Additional AI capabilities such as AI Creation, AI Captions and Google Gemini support enhance the overall user experience.

Battery performance is another major attraction. The iQOO Z11 Lite 5G houses a 6500mAh battery with 44W fast charging support. According to the company, a full charge can deliver up to 20 hours of social media usage or around 80 hours of music playback. Just 10 minutes of charging is claimed to provide up to eight hours of calling time. The phone also supports reverse wired charging and bypass charging technology for better battery health.

Lava will begin selling both the Virat V1 5G and Virat V1 4G on July 31 at 12 PM through Flipkart and its official website. The Virat V1 5G carries a regular price of ₹12999 but will be available for ₹11999 during the first day of sale. The Virat V1 4G is priced at ₹9999, with a special launch price of ₹8999.

The Lava Virat V1 5G runs Android 16 and comes with a 6.75 inch HD Plus display. It is powered by the Unisoc T8200 processor, paired with 4GB RAM and an additional 4GB of virtual RAM, taking the total available memory to 8GB. Users also get 64GB of internal storage, expandable up to 1TB using a microSD card.

For photography, both Lava models feature AI assisted dual rear cameras led by a 13 megapixel primary sensor and a 5 megapixel front camera for selfies. The 5G variant packs a 6000mAh battery, while the 4G version includes a 5000mAh unit. Both smartphones also carry an IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance. Lava has additionally confirmed doorstep after sales service, offering greater convenience for customers.

For buyers seeking the lowest possible price with dependable battery life, the Lava Virat V1 5G is a strong value choice. Those willing to spend more for a faster processor, brighter display, advanced AI tools and quicker charging may find the iQOO Z11 Lite 5G a more complete package. Both smartphones are expected to attract significant attention during their first sale next week.