Lenovo A526

Lenovo A526 price in Malaysia starts from RM388, putting it firmly in budget territory. Under the hood is a Mediatek MT6582M chipset paired with a quad-core 1.3 GHz processor and Mali-400MP2 graphics, backed by just 1 GB of RAM and 4 GB of onboard storage. There's a microSD slot for adding up to 32 GB more, which helps given how tight that base storage is. The 4.5-inch capacitive touchscreen runs Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean, an old version even for its 2014 release date.

Camera-wise, you get a 5 MP rear shooter and a VGA front camera, basic by any standard but functional for casual shots. The 2000 mAh battery is modest, and dual SIM support with dual stand-by adds some flexibility for managing two lines. Connectivity covers HSPA data speeds, Bluetooth v4.0, and GPS with A-GPS assistance, rounding out a phone built for simple daily use rather than heavy multitasking.