Best Mobiles Under 1 Lakh in Pakistan

Best Mobiles Under 1 Lakh in Pakistan

Choosing a phone under Rs. 100,000 in Pakistan is no longer simply about finding the highest megapixel camera or the biggest battery. At this price, you can now find phones with 5G, high-refresh-rate AMOLED displays, large batteries, fast charging, strong cameras, and even flagship-level durability.

But every phone makes some compromises.

After comparing the phones covered in our reviews, we have selected the models that make the most sense for different types of buyers. Infinix Note 60 is our Best Overall pick, while Tecno Camon 50 Pro is the better choice for photography, Vivo Y500 focuses on battery life, and CMF Phone 2 Pro stands out for its software experience.

Here are the phones we would buy - and the ones we would skip.

Quick Picks

How We Choose

We don't rank phones simply by their specification sheets. A phone can have a huge battery and still be a poor recommendation if its display, processor, or overall value is weak.

Our picks consider real-world performance, display quality, cameras, battery experience, durability, software, features, and asking price. We also look at the compromises each phone makes and whether those compromises actually matter to the person buying it.

That is why the phone with the best camera isn't automatically our overall winner, and a phone with the biggest battery isn't automatically the best buy.

1. Best Overall Under 1 Lakh

Infinix Note 60

Price: Around Rs. 100,000

W4Mobiles Verdict

The Infinix Note 60 is our pick for the best overall phone under Rs. 100,000 because it gives you an unusually complete package without forcing you to accept a major weakness in one of the areas most buyers care about.

It brings 5G, a 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED display, strong performance, a 6,500mAh battery, wireless charging, OIS camera hardware, and Android 16 into one phone. The review material also places it among the strongest new box-packed 5G options in this price segment.

Key Specs

Why We Recommend It

1. Excellent balance: The Note 60 doesn't try to win only one category. Instead, it gives you a strong display, capable chipset, large battery, useful camera system, and modern connectivity in one package.
2. The display is a major strength: The 1.5K AMOLED panel with 144Hz refresh rate is one of the reasons this phone feels more expensive than its price suggests. Outdoor brightness and the overall display experience are also highlighted positively in the reviews.
3. Strong performance for the money: The Dimensity 7400 Ultimate gives the Note 60 enough performance for demanding daily use and gaming. Reviews report smooth PUBG gameplay, with 90FPS support mentioned in testing.
4. Charging and battery features are unusually complete: The combination of a 6,500mAh battery, 45W wired charging, 30W wireless charging, reverse charging, and bypass charging gives the Note 60 more flexibility than many rivals. Battery experience is also strong, with reviews suggesting around 7–8 hours of screen-on time for heavier use and potentially around two days for lighter users.

Where It Falls Short

The camera is the main compromise.

The hardware is good on paper, but the review experience found some inconsistency in processing, including color changes indoors and a slight magenta tone. The Snapdragon-powered Note 60 Pro was considered better in image processing.

It also has 45W charging instead of the 90W charging found on the Pro, and its protection is IP64 rather than the stronger protection found on some competitors.

Who Should Buy It?

Buy the Infinix Note 60 if you want one phone that does almost everything well: gaming, entertainment, social media, photography, battery life, and everyday performance.

Who Shouldn't?

If your camera is your number-one priority, look at the Tecno Camon 50 Pro or consider a good-condition used Pixel 8 Pro instead.

2. Best Camera Phone Under 1 Lakh

Tecno Camon 50 Pro

Why We Picked It

The Tecno Camon 50 Pro is the camera-focused choice.

Its biggest advantage is the proper 3× telephoto camera, something that makes it much more interesting for portraits and zoom photography than most box-packed phones in this range. It also combines a 50MP OIS main camera, 8MP ultrawide, and 32MP selfie camera.

The phone also offers strong durability with IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings, along with underwater photography features.

Best For

• 📸 Photography
• 👤 Portraits
• 🔍 Zoom shots
• 🤳 Selfies
• 🌊 Outdoor photography

Main Compromise

Performance.

The Helio G200 is a 4G chipset, so this isn't the phone we would choose for someone who prioritizes gaming or 5G.

Our Take

If you want a new box-packed phone primarily for photography, the Camon 50 Pro is our first choice.

However, if you're comfortable buying used, a well-maintained Pixel 8 Pro can be an even more attractive camera alternative. The important point is to check the condition, PTA status, battery health, and repair history before buying used.

📱 Used Camera Alternative: Google Pixel 8 Pro

If you are comfortable buying a used phone, the Google Pixel 8 Pro is an alternative worth considering specifically for photography.

For someone who values camera processing, portraits, low-light photography, and point-and-shoot results, a clean-condition Pixel 8 Pro can make more sense than buying a newer mid-range phone purely for its specifications.

However, with a used Pixel, check the battery health, display condition, repair history, and overall physical condition before buying.

3. Best Gaming Phone Under 1 Lakh

Infinix Note 60

The Note 60 is our gaming pick because it combines strong performance with a high-refresh-rate AMOLED display, large battery, and gaming-oriented features.

The Dimensity 7400 Ultimate provides considerably more headroom than the low-end processors found in several competing phones, while the review experience reports smooth PUBG gameplay and 90FPS support.

Best For

• 🎮 PUBG Mobile
• 🎮 High-refresh-rate gaming
• ⚡ Heavy multitasking
• 📱 Long daily usage

Main Compromise

The camera isn't its strongest area, and the 45W charging is slower than the Note 60 Pro.

Our Take

For a new box-packed phone, Infinix Note 60 is the safer gaming recommendation.

If you find the Realme 13+ at a competitive price, it is also worth considering for gaming-focused buyers.

4. Best Battery Phone Under 1 Lakh

Vivo Y500

Why We Picked It

If battery endurance is your priority, the Vivo Y500 deserves special attention.

Its enormous battery is the main reason to buy it. The phone also combines that battery with a strong AMOLED display and IP68/IP69K protection, making it particularly suitable for people who spend long periods away from a charger.

Best For

• 🔋 Heavy daily use
• ✈️ Travel
• 📱 Long screen time
• 🔌 Users who dislike frequent charging

Main Compromise

The biggest issue is that the phone doesn't compete with the fastest-performing 5G options in this range.

Our Take

Choose the Vivo Y500 when battery endurance and durability matter more to you than maximum performance.

If performance is more important, the Note 60 is the better overall choice.

5. Best Phone for Social Media

Infinix Note 60 Edge

For users who care about design, display, social media content, and an eye-catching phone, the Infinix Note 60 Edge is an interesting choice.

Its curved AMOLED-style presentation and design-focused approach make it more attractive for users who spend a lot of time watching videos, scrolling social platforms, and creating content.

Best For

• 📱 Instagram
• 🎬 TikTok
• ▶️ YouTube
• 📸 Social media content
• ✨ Design-conscious buyers

Main Compromise

The camera is a weak point, and the Note 60 remains the stronger all-round recommendation when performance, battery features, and overall value are considered together.

6. Best Software Experience

CMF Phone 2 Pro

The CMF Phone 2 Pro is our software pick.

Its biggest advantage isn't raw specifications. It is the experience you interact with every day.

The review describes Nothing OS as exceptionally clean for this price, with smooth animations, useful customization, minimal clutter, and no aggressive advertising.

The phone also has a 6.77-inch 1080p 120Hz AMOLED display and a Dimensity 7300 Pro, making it a balanced choice rather than simply a software-focused device.

Best For

• 💻 Clean software
• ⚡ Smooth animations
• 🎨 Minimal UI
• 📱 Everyday users

Alternative

If long-term software support is more important than having the cleanest interface, a Pixel 8 is another option worth considering, especially in the used market.

7. Best Durable Phone

Redmi Note 15 Pro

If durability is your priority, the Redmi Note 15 Pro deserves a place on the shortlist.

It isn't necessarily the most powerful or best camera phone in this list, but its durability-focused construction and strong protection make it a better choice for users who are worried about water, dust, and rough daily use.

The higher Redmi Note 15 Pro variants in the review material push protection even further, while the standard Pro model also focuses heavily on durability.

Our Take

Buy the Redmi Note 15 Pro if durability is your priority.

You are giving up some performance compared with the Infinix Note 60, but you're buying the phone for a different reason.

8. Moto G77 - Balanced Value Option

Motorola Moto G77

The Moto G77 is one of the more balanced phones in this comparison.

Its strengths include:

• Good display
• Attractive design
• Stronger-than-average performance for its segment
• 7,000mAh battery
• Good durability
• Clean Motorola-style software experience

This is a slim and attractive phone that focuses on design, display, and performance rather than trying to compete purely through specifications.

The Problem

For Pakistani buyers, parts availability is a concern.

A phone can be excellent on paper, but if finding a replacement display, battery, or other component becomes difficult, long-term ownership becomes less convenient.

Our Take

The Moto G77 is a good balanced value phone, but we would still put the Infinix Note 60 ahead of it for most buyers.

Comparison Table

Phones We Don't Recommend

❌ Realme C100

The C100's 8,000mAh battery is impressive, and its durability-focused design is useful. But that is where most of the appeal ends.

You get an HD+ IPS LCD, entry-level performance, and a basic camera system. The phone makes sense only if battery life and ruggedness are almost your entire buying criteria.

For an all-round smartphone at this price, there are better options.

Better alternative: Infinix Note 60.

❌ Samsung Galaxy A17 5G

Samsung's biggest advantage here is its software support and brand reputation, but the hardware is difficult to justify against the competition.

The review points to the Exynos 1330, 90Hz display, around 800-nit brightness, large bezels, no HDR, and single-speaker setup. Performance is also described as a weak point.

If you specifically want Samsung and prioritize long software support, it can make sense. But for hardware value, we would skip it.

Better alternative: Infinix Note 60.

❌ Oppo A6s

The Oppo A6s has some attractive features, including a large battery, fast charging, and stereo speakers. But its overall package does not stand out enough against stronger options in the same price bracket.

At around Rs. 90,000, we'd rather spend the money on a phone offering stronger performance, display, or camera capabilities.

Better alternative: Infinix Note 60.

❌ Infinix Hot 70 Pro 5G

The Hot 70 Pro 5G is not a bad phone, but it makes too many compromises for its price.

The biggest downgrade is the move from an AMOLED display to Full HD+ IPS LCD. It also comes with only 128GB storage, a single speaker, and an 8MP selfie camera.

The phone does have useful strengths, including 5G, IP68 protection, and strong battery life, but competing phones offer a more complete package.

Better alternative: Infinix Note 60.

Which Phone Should You Buy?

Final Verdict

There isn't one phone that is best for everyone.

For most buyers, Infinix Note 60 is the phone we would recommend first because it delivers the strongest balance of performance, display, battery, charging features, and 5G without making a major compromise.

If your priority changes, so should your choice: Tecno Camon 50 Pro for photography, Infinix Note 60 for gaming, Vivo Y500 for battery life, CMF Phone 2 Pro for software, and Redmi Note 15 Pro for durability.

And if a phone has one impressive specification but several compromises around it, don't buy it simply because the specification sheet looks attractive. The better phone is the one whose weaknesses don't conflict with the way you actually use your phone.

FAQ

Which is the best mobile under Rs. 100,000 in Pakistan?

Infinix Note 60 is our overall pick because it offers the best balance of performance, display, battery, charging features, and 5G.

Which phone has the best camera under Rs. 100,000?

Tecno Camon 50 Pro is our box-packed camera pick, particularly because of its proper 3× telephoto camera. A good-condition used Pixel 8 Pro is another option for buyers comfortable with the used market.

Which phone is best for gaming?

Infinix Note 60 is our gaming recommendation. The Dimensity 7400 Ultimate and 90FPS PUBG support give it a strong position for gaming in this price range.

Which phone has the best battery?

Vivo Y500 is the battery-focused winner.

Which phone has the best software?

CMF Phone 2 Pro offers the cleanest software experience among these choices. For long-term software support, a Pixel 8 is also worth considering.

Should I buy the Redmi Note 15 Pro?

Yes, if durability is your priority. It makes more sense for someone who wants a rugged, well-protected phone than someone who simply wants maximum performance.

Should I buy the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G?

We don't recommend it for hardware value. Its software support and Samsung brand are strong advantages, but its performance and display package are difficult to justify against the alternatives.

Which phones should I avoid?

Our current don't-recommend list is:

• ❌ Realme C100
• ❌ Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
• ❌ Oppo A6s
• ❌ Infinix Hot 70 Pro 5G

These aren't necessarily universally bad phones. The problem is that their compromises make them difficult to recommend at their current positioning compared with better alternatives.