vivo Y81i

This one's built for basic daily use rather than heavy multitasking. The Helio A22 chipset paired with just 2GB RAM means you're looking at calls, messaging, and light browsing rather than demanding apps or games. Storage is tight too at 16GB, though the microSD slot lets you add up to 256GB if you need more room for photos and files. The 6.22-inch IPS LCD display covers most of the front, with a 19:9 ratio that suits one-handed scrolling despite the modest 720p resolution.

vivo Y81i price in Malaysia starts from RM459, which puts it firmly in budget territory. The 13MP rear camera with PDAF handles everyday shots reasonably well for the price, and there's a 5MP front camera for selfies and video calls. A 3260mAh battery keeps things running through a full day of light use, and at 143g with a 7.8mm profile, it's easy to carry around.

It ships with Android 8.1 Oreo under vivo's Funtouch 4 skin, dual SIM support, and basics like Bluetooth 5.0 and GPS with GLONASS and BDS support. No fingerprint sensor here, so unlocking relies on the standard PIN or pattern methods.