Infinix Note 12 (G96)

Infinix Note 12 (G96) price in Malaysia starts from RM599, and for that you get a Helio G96 chipset paired with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, plenty for most people juggling apps and photos without needing a memory card, though there's a dedicated microSD slot if you want more. The 6.7-inch AMOLED screen runs at 1080 x 2400 resolution, sharp enough for streaming and browsing, and it's backed by dual speakers for a decent sound bump over single-speaker phones at this price.

Camera-wise, you're looking at a 50 MP main sensor with PDAF and an f/1.6 aperture, so it should handle daylight shots well, plus a 2 MP depth sensor for portrait effects. The 16 MP front camera covers selfies and video calls.

Battery is where this phone earns its keep: a 5000 mAh cell with 33W fast charging means fewer top-ups during the day and quicker recharges when you do plug in. Add a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, USB-C, and a 3.5mm jack, and it covers the basics without cutting obvious corners.