Best Budget 5G Smartphones (Summer 2021) | Top 15 Reviewed!

Reviewing the best budget smartphones with 5G connectivity in 2021, boasting impressive cameras, strong gaming performance plus serious specs for a low price. From the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite and Poco F3 to the Oppo A74, Realme 8 5G, and Moto G50. These are my favorite budget-friendly smartphones that have hit the UK, for under £400 - with some as cheap as £150 to 200.

I've personally tested and reviewed all of these blowers, so check out my dedicated videos on Tech Spurt for more detailed breakdowns.

Best Budget 5G Smartphones (2021) Reviewed Chapters:
0:00 - Yakkity yak
1:00 - Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite
2:22 - Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 5G
2:53 - Poco F3
4:19 - Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G
4:49 - Motorola Moto G 5G Plus
6:25 - Motorola Moto G50
7:23 - Realme X50
8:56 - Realme 8 5G
9:36 - Oppo Reno 4Z
10:42 - Oppo A54 & A74
11:35 - OnePlus Nord
13:13 - OnePlus Nord CE 5G
14:19 - Sony Xperia 10 III
15:53 - Google Pixel 4A 5G
17:30 - Wrap up

If you want a great camera as well as that next-gen networking, definitely grab the Pixel 4a 5G - assuming your budget can stretch to £400. For the greatest value for money, I'd go for the Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite - as long as you don't mind MiUI. Otherwise, the Moto G 5G Plus and G50 offer a mostly stock Android experience, for a cheap price.

What's your own favorite affordable phone in 2021? Check out my other round-ups including the best mobiles under £400, £300, and £200, plus the greatest camera smartphones that you can buy right now.