Poco C65

Poco C65 price in Malaysia starts from RM462, putting it firmly in budget territory. For that money you get a Mediatek Helio G85 chipset paired with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage, plus a microSDXC slot if you need more room for files and photos. The 6.74-inch IPS LCD panel runs at 90Hz, which helps scrolling feel smoother than you'd expect at this price, though the resolution stays at HD+ rather than full HD.

Battery life is where this phone tries to earn its keep. A 5000 mAh cell with 18W wired charging should get most users through a full day without much fuss. Camera-wise, there's a 50MP main shooter with PDAF backed by a 2MP macro lens, and an 8MP front camera for calls and selfies. It's a straightforward setup, not one built for low-light heroics.

Rounding things out, you get a side-mounted fingerprint reader, dual SIM slots, NFC in some regions, and a 3.5mm headphone jack, all wrapped in a 192g body available in Black, Blue, or Purple.