These days, we tend to spend a decent amount of money on smartphones expecting some reasonable features from them. When it comes to the sub Rs 10,000 priced handsets, we cannot expect them to deliver top shelf performance, but at least decent levels that is desired from them. While smartphones are largely used for watching videos, playing games and browsing the web, it is recommended for the devices to include better resolution, but of course not HD or FHD resolutions. Hence, here we list some of the smartphones that pack qHD resolution that is acceptable for basic tasks.
Moto E
The Moto E comes with a 4.3 inch display with a resolution of 960×540 pixels that gets Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection on top of it. It features a 1.2 GHz Snapdragon 200 processor under the hood that is coupled with 1 GB RAM and 4 GB of internal storage that can be expanded up to 32 GB. It gets a 5 MP rear camera without flash and misses out on a front-facer. Other goodies include 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS and a 1,980 mAh battery.
Key Specs
| Model | Moto E |
| Display | 4.3 inch, qHD |
| Processor | 1.2 GHz Dual Core |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Internal storage | 4 GB, Expandable up to 32 GB |
| OS | Android 4.4 KitKat |
| Camera | 5 MP |
| Battery | 1,980 mAh |
| Price | Rs 6,999 |
Xolo Q600s
The Xolo Q600s is fueled by Android 4.4 KitKat operating system and it packs a 4.5 inch qHD capacitive touch screen display that carries a resolution of 960×540 pixels and a quad-core processor that ticks at 1.2 GHz. For imaging, the device features a 5 MP primary snapper with LED flash and a VGA front-facer for basic video calling. It includes a low 4 GB of internal storage space that can be expanded externally with the help of a micro SD card up to 32 GB. Other notable goodies include 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and a 2,000 mAh battery.
Key Specs
| Model | Xolo Q600s |
| Display | 4.5 inch, qHD |
| Processor | 1.2 GHz Quad Core |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Internal Storage | 4 GB, Expandable |
| OS | Android 4.4 KitKat |
| Camera | 5 MP/ VGA |
| Battery | 2,000 mAh |
| Price | Rs 8,499 |
Spice Stellar Mi-600
Spice Stellar Mi-600 is given a gigantic 6 inch IPS display that carries a qHD resolution of 960×540 pixels. Under the hood, the handset incorporates a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor of unspecified chipset paired with 1 GB of RAM. It includes an 8 MP primary camera with LED flash and an impressive 3.2 MP front-facer for making video calls and capturing gorgeous selfies. Moreover, the handset bundles the standard 4 GB of internal storage that can be enhanced externally up to 32 GB with the help of a micro SD card. Pumping a decent battery life of up to 9.5 hours of talk time to the device is a juicy 2,500 mAh battery unit.
Key Specs
| Model | Spice Stellar Mi-600 |
| Display | 6 inch, qHD |
| Processor | 1.3 GHz Quad Core |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Internal Storage | 4 GB, Expandable up to 32 GB |
| OS | Android 4.4 KitKat |
| Camera | 8 MP/ 3.2 MP |
| Battery | 2,500 mAh |
| Price | Rs 9,999 |
Micromax Canvas Elanza A93
The Micromax Canvas Elanza A93 is fitted with a 5 inch display that packs a screen resolution of 960×540 pixels resulting in 220 pixels per inch. It employs a 1.3 GHz dual-core processor that is backed by 1 GB of RAM. Furthermore, there is 4 GB of internal storage that can be expanded externally by another 32 GB and a 5 MP main camera with LED flash and a VGA front-facing camera. With Android 4.2 Jelly Bean operating system, the device includes a 1,950 mAh battery.
Key Specs
| Model | Micromax Canvas Elanza A93 |
| Display | 5 inch, qHD |
| Processor | 1.3 GHz Dual Core |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Internal Storage | 4 GB, Expandable up to 32 GB |
| OS | Android 4.2 Jelly Bean |
| Camera | 5 MP/ VGA |
| Battery | 1,950 mAh |
| Price | Rs 6,499 |
Xolo Q1000 Opus 2
The display in the Xolo Q1000 Opus 2 is a 5 inch panel with a resolution has been improved to qHD 960×540 pixels. The processor used is a 1.2 GHz Snapdragon 200 MSM8212 quad-core assisted by 1 GB of RAM. In addition, there is 4 GB of internal storage with 32 GB of expandable storage support and an 8 MP main camera accompanied by a front-facing 2 MP shooter. Xolo has placed a 2,000 mAh battery in the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean operating system.
Key Specs
| Model | Xolo Q1000 Opus 2 |
| Display | 5 inch, qHD |
| Processor | 1.2 GHz Quad Core Snapdragon 200 SoC |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Internal Storage | 4 GB, Expandable up to 32 GB |
| OS | Android 4.3 Jelly Bean |
| Camera | 8 MP/ 2 MP |
| Battery | 2,000 mAh |
| Price | Rs 9,780 |
Some Other Smartphones with qHD Resolution
Processor, RAM, Internal Storage, Camera, Display, Battery, Dual or Single SIM, Android Version
Micromax Canvas Canvas Duet AE90 (Quick Review)
1.2 GHz Quad Core, 1 GB, 4 GB, 5 MP/ VGA, 4.5 inch, 1,800 mAh, Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
Price: Rs 9,299
Xolo Q2000L (Quick Review)
1.2 GHz Quad Core, 1 GB, 4 GB, 8 MP/ 2 MP, 5.5 inch, 2,500 mAh, Android 4.4 KitKat
Price: Rs 10,299
Intex Aqua Curve (Quick Review)
1.3 GHz Quad Core, 1 GB, 4 GB, 8 MP/ 2 MP, 5 inch, 2,000 mAh, Android 4.2 Jelly Bean
Price: Rs 9,989
