Marketing tactics will tell you that a 1080p Full HD display is a direct descendant from heaven but in practical live there is not an easily discernible difference between HD and Full HD display on a 5 inch display. The difference is determined on the content you view on your display and is more pronounced while engaging in graphic intensive gaming. So for most aspects, HD display will provide you with great quality experience and if you are looking for one in a budget price range, here are a few viable options.
Micromax Canvas Magnus A117
Micromax silently launched Micromax Canvas Magnus (Quick Review) in the shadow of its flagship MT6589T device, Micromax Canvas Turbo, but still managed to garner enough hype owing to an impressive hardware specsheet and commendable performance scores.
The Micromax Canvas Magnus comes with a 5 inch HD display with amounts to 294 pixels per inches. The MT6589T 1.5 GHz quad core processor is backed by 1 GB RAM and 4 GB internal storage expandable to 32 GB. The 12 MP/ 2 MP camera combination is also above average considering the price range. The battery backup remains 2000 mAh, similar to most other Canvas series devices. You can buy Micromax Canvas Magnus A117 from Amazon for Rs. 12,499.
Key Specs
| Model | Micromax Canvas Magnus A117 |
| Display | 5 inch, HD |
| Processor | 1.5 GHz Quad Core |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Internal Storage | 4 GB, Expandable |
| OS | Android 4.2 |
| Cameras | 13 MP/ 2 MP |
| Battery | 2000 mAh |
| Price | Rs. 12,499 |
Huawei Ascend D1
Huawei Ascend D1 (Quick Review) arrived a little late in India, but if you are looking for an easily pocket-able phone with IPS LCD display, this might be the answer. The phone derives its power from TI OMAP 4460 chipset (same chipset we have seen in Galaxy Nexus) which houses 2 cores clocked at 1.5 GHz backed by 1 GB RAM and PowerVR SGX540 GPU.
The 8 MP camera at the back is capable of full HD recording and the 1.3 MP camera at the front is also capable of HD video chatting, something which is rare in this price range. Battery capacity is 1800 mAh. Only downside seems to be the Android 4.0 Os which is not as jazzy but will still cut the deal for several “Android 4.0 or Higher” Apps on Playstore. You can buy this phone for Rs. 10,990 from Flipkart.
Karbonn Titanium S9
If you are looking for a phabet sized display, Karbonn Titanium S9 (Quick Review) will be among the cheapest few options with IPC LCD display and HD resolution. The Titanium S9 sports a 5.5 inch display and is powered by 1.2 GHz quad core MT6589 processor backed by 1 GB RAM and 16 GB internal memory.
The imaging hardware includes 13 MP/ 5 MP camera combination and other features include MicroSD support, a 2600 mAh battery and Android 4.2 jelly bean operating system. You can buy this phone from FlipKart for Rs. 13,400.
Key Specs
| Model | Karbonn Titanium S9 |
| Display | 5 inch, HD |
| Processor | 1.2 GHz Quad Core |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Internal Storage | 16 GB, Expandable |
| OS | Android 4.2 |
| Cameras | 13 MP/ 5 MP |
| Battery | 2600 mAh |
| Price | Rs. 13,400 |
Micromax Canvas 4 A210
Micromax Canvas 4 (Full Review)which was one of the most anticipated phones last year is now selling for Rs. 14,683 on Snapdeal. The last flagship device from Indian Behemoth Micromax features a 5 inch Display with HD resolution and runs on Android 4.2 Jelly bean operating system. Canvas 4 employs MT6589 chipset with 1.2 GHz quad core processor backed by 1 GB RAM and 16 GB internal storage.
Apart from 13 MP camera at the back and 5 MP shooter at the front, you will get several gesture features which Micromax introduced with this smartphone. The phone is powered by a 2000 mAh battery and for further insight you can read our Micromax Canvas 4 Full review.
Key Specs
| Model | Micromax Canvas 4 |
| Display | 5 inch, HD |
| Processor | 1.2 GHz Quad Core |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Internal Storage | 16 GB, Expandable |
| OS | Android 4.2 |
| Cameras | 13 MP/ 5 MP |
| Battery | 2000 mAh |
| Price | Rs. 14,683 |
Xolo Q2000
The Xolo Q2000 (Full Review) is another phablet with 5.5 inch display and 720p HD resolution. The phablet is powered by 1.2GHz quad core processor, housed on the MT6589W chipset with 357MHz PowerVR SGX544 GPU. At the back you will get 13 MP camera with BSI sensor and the front shooter features standard 5 MP sensor.
Other features include 1 GB RAM, 8 GB onboard storage, Android 4.2 and 2600 mAh battery. Xolo will also bundle an OTG cable and Flip cover in the box. You can buy this phone for Rs. 12,999 from Tradus.
Key Specs
| Model | Xolo Q2000 |
| Display | 5.5 inch, HD |
| Processor | 1.2 GHz Quad Core |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Internal Storage | 8 GB, Expandable |
| OS | Android 4.2 |
| Cameras | 13 MP/ 5 MP |
| Battery | 2600 mAh |
| Price | Rs. 14,683 |
Some Other Phones with HD Display below 15,000 INR
Phone Specifications Order
Processor, RAM, Internal Storage, Camera, Display, Battery, Dual or Single SIM, Android Version
Moto G Quick Review | Full Review | News
1.2 GHz Quad Core, 1 GB, 8 GB/ 16 GB, 5MP/ VGA, 4.5 Inch HD, 2400 mAh, Single SIM, Android 4.3
Price: Rs. 12,499/ Rs. 13,999
Micromax Canvas HD A116i Quick Review | Full Review | News
1.2 GHz Quad Core, 1 GB, 4 GB, 8 MB/ 2 MP, 5 Inch HD, 2000 mAh, Dual SIM, Android 4.2
Price = Rs. 11,176
Micromax Canvas Doodle 2 Quick Review | Full Review | News
1.2 GHz Quad Core, 1 GB, 16 GB, 13 MP/ 5 MP, 5 Inch HD, 2600 mAh, Dual SIM, Android 4.1
Price = Rs. 13,874
Intex Aqua HD Quick Review | Full Review | News
1.2 GHz Quad Core, 1 GB, 4 GB, 13 MP/ 5 MP, 4.7 Inch HD, 1800 mAh, Dual SIM, Android 4.2
Price = Rs. 12,200
