Samsung Galaxy Grand I9080

Samsung Galaxy Grand I9080 price in Malaysia starts from RM340, putting it firmly in budget territory even by the standards of its 2013 release. Under the hood sits a dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9 chip paired with just 1 GB RAM, enough for basic Android tasks but not much multitasking headroom. Storage is 8 GB out of the box, though a microSD slot lets you add up to 64 GB if you need more room for photos and apps.

The 5.0-inch TFT display keeps things simple, and Android 4.1.2 runs the show, upgradable to 4.2.2. Camera-wise, you get an 8 MP rear shooter with autofocus and LED flash, capable of 1080p video, plus a 2 MP front camera for basic selfies and calls.

A 2100 mAh battery powers the whole package, which weighs 162g and comes in either Black or White. It's a phone built for essential use rather than heavy gaming or photography.