ZTE Blade L3

The ZTE Blade L3 sticks to entry-level basics: a Mediatek MT6582M quad-core chip clocked at 1.3GHz, paired with just 1GB of RAM and 8GB of storage. That storage is tight, but a microSD slot lets you add up to 32GB more. The 5.0-inch TFT display runs at 480 x 854 pixels, so text and images won't look particularly sharp, but it's serviceable for calls, messaging and browsing. Android 5.0 Lollipop runs the show here.

Camera-wise, you get an 8MP rear shooter with autofocus and LED flash, plus a 2MP front camera for basic selfies and video calls. The 2000mAh battery is modest by today's standards, matching the phone's compact 8.6mm build. ZTE Blade L3 price in Malaysia starts from RM299, which puts it firmly in budget territory.

Dual SIM support, Wi-Fi, GPS and HSPA connectivity round things out. It's a phone built for basic tasks rather than heavy multitasking or gaming, and buyers should weigh that 1GB RAM figure carefully against how they plan to use it.