Lenovo A1900

Budget basics are the whole point here. A Quad-core 1.2 GHz Spreadtrum SC7730 chipset with Mali-400 graphics runs Android KitKat, paired with just 512 MB RAM and 4 GB of storage, so this is a phone for calls, texts and light apps rather than anything demanding. A microSD slot lets you add up to 16 GB if the built-in storage runs out fast, which it will.

The 4.0-inch IPS LCD screen runs at 480 x 800 pixels, fine for basic browsing but not built for media. There's a 2 MP rear camera and no front camera at all, so selfies and video calls are off the table. The 1500 mAh battery is small by today's standards but matches the low-power hardware and dual SIM setup. Lenovo A1900 price in Malaysia starts from RM191, positioning it firmly as an entry-level backup phone or a first device for basic use.