Best Phones Under 20,000 EGP in Egypt Right Now (Also Useful for Gulf Readers)
If you're looking for a new smartphone on a limited budget, the phone market in Egypt offers strong options under 20,000 EGP. In this guide, we review the best phones currently available, focusing on specs, pros, cons, and prices. We also mention approximate prices in Saudi Arabia and the UAE to make the guide useful for readers in the Gulf.
1Infinix Note 60: Best Overall Experience
The Infinix Note 60 is the best choice for those who want a well-rounded phone under 20,000 EGP. It offers an AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate, providing an excellent viewing experience. It also comes with a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate processor with 5G support, and a large 6500 mAh battery that supports 45W fast charging and 30W wireless charging.
Its standout features include a 50 MP main camera with OIS, and a 13 MP front camera. The phone also supports 10W reverse charging and 5W wireless reverse charging. However, its drawbacks include only IP64 water and dust resistance, max wired charging of only 45W, and only 8 GB RAM.
Price in Egypt: 19,485 EGP on Amazon.eg. In the UAE: starting from 1,149 AED.
2Xiaomi Redmi Note 15: Great Display and High-Resolution Camera
The Redmi Note 15 features a 6.77-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and brightness up to 3200 nits, making it ideal for outdoor use. It also comes with a 108 MP main camera, and a 6000 mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging.
Other strengths include IP64 water and dust resistance, and a relatively light weight of 183.7 g. However, it does not support 5G networks due to the MediaTek Helio G100-Ultra processor, fast charging is only 33W, and it does not come with a power adapter in the box.
Price in Egypt: 15,290 EGP at B.TECH. In Saudi Arabia: starting from 969 SAR. In the UAE: starting from 688 AED.
3Samsung Galaxy A07 5G: Long Support and Updates
The Samsung Galaxy A07 5G offers the familiar Samsung experience with 5G support, a 6.7-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and brightness up to 800 nits. It features a large 6000 mAh battery that lasts all day, 6 GB RAM, and 128 GB storage.
Its key advantage is receiving 6 major OS updates and 6 years of security updates, ensuring long-term use. However, the screen resolution is only HD+ (720×1600), the octa-core processor at 2.4GHz and 2GHz without mentioning the model name, the 50 MP main rear camera lacks optical stabilization (OIS), and water and dust resistance is only IP54.
Price in Egypt: 14,299 EGP at 2B. In Saudi Arabia: starting from 599 SAR. In the UAE: starting from 499 AED.
4vivo Y31d: Massive Battery and High Resistance
The vivo Y31d comes with a massive 7200 mAh battery, the largest in this list, making it suitable for those who need exceptional battery life. It also supports 44W fast charging, and features high water and dust resistance with IP68 and IP69 ratings, and a 6.75-inch display with up to 120Hz refresh rate.
Its drawbacks include no memory card support, no NFC support, no 5G network support, and screen resolution of only 720×1570 pixels. It weighs 219 g, which is relatively heavy.
Price in Egypt: 12,999 EGP at 2B. Gulf prices were not available in the provided sources.
5Infinix Hot 70: Big Battery and Smooth Display
The Infinix Hot 70 offers a large 6000 mAh battery with 45W fast charging and reverse charging up to 10W. The 6.78-inch display supports 60Hz, 90Hz, and 120Hz refresh rates, providing a smooth experience. It also comes with RAM up to 8 GB (with extended memory) and 128 GB or 256 GB storage.
Other pros include IP65 water and dust resistance, and a 50 MP main camera. However, the screen resolution is only HD+ (720×1576), the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate processor is mid-range, and it does not support 5G networks.
Price in Egypt: 10,699 EGP at 2B. In Saudi Arabia: starting from 829 SAR. In the UAE: starting from 799 AED.
6TECNO Spark 50: Cheapest Option with 7000 mAh Battery
The TECNO Spark 50 is the cheapest phone in this list, starting at 9,999 EGP. It comes with a massive 7000 mAh battery, a 6.78-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and RAM up to 24 GB (16 GB extended) and 256 GB storage. It also features dual speakers with DTS technology.
However, the screen resolution is only 720×1600, and fast charging is only 18W. The main camera is 50 MP with rear flash, and the front camera is 8 MP with front flash.
Price in Egypt: 9,999 EGP at 2B. In Saudi Arabia: starting from 649 SAR. In the UAE: starting from 699 AED.
Verdict
If you're looking for the best overall phone under 20,000 EGP, the Infinix Note 60 is the top choice thanks to its excellent display and strong performance. If your budget is tight, the TECNO Spark 50 offers great value for money. And for those who want long battery life, the vivo Y31d is an excellent option. Choose what suits your needs from these diverse options.
