Redmi 14C 5G

Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 handles day-to-day tasks here, paired with 8GB RAM and a generous 256GB of storage that you can expand further via microSDXC. That combo puts this in budget territory but with room to grow, especially with HyperOS running on top of Android 14 and two major upgrades promised. The 6.88-inch IPS LCD runs at 120Hz, so scrolling feels smoother than you'd expect at this price, and it hits up to 600 nits peak brightness for outdoor visibility.

Redmi 14C 5G price in Malaysia starts from RM390, which is worth noting given the 5160 mAh battery on board. Charging tops out at 18W wired with PD support, so it's not fast, but the battery capacity should carry you through a full day without much fuss.

The rear setup is a single 50MP main shooter with PDAF plus an auxiliary lens, backed by an 8MP front camera for selfies and video calls. Video caps out at 1080p30 on both ends. Add in 5G connectivity, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and splash resistance, and it covers the basics without pretending to be more than a budget phone.