Performance isn’t usually the star of the show in budget phones, but 2025 proves that they are improving in terms of performance. Entry-level chips have leveled up, making even sub-Php 10k devices capable of some serious tasks, including a little gaming on the side. Picking the best of the best was tough, but based on our previous reviews, here are our top 5 performers so far:

Top Performing Php 10k Budget Phones for 2025

• Cherry Aqua S11 Pro (Helio G99)
• itel RS4 (Helio G99)
• Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ (Helio G100)
• ZTE Blade A75 5G (Unisoc T770)
• TECNO Spark 20 Pro 5G (Dimensity 6100)

5. Cherry Aqua S11 Pro (Helio G99) – Php 7,999 

Cherry’s still in the game, and the Aqua S11 Pro delivers solid value. The Helio G99 processor and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage are a great combo even in 2025. It also gets bonus points for a clean UI and decent optimization that lets you tackle games like Genshin Impact at medium settings.

4. itel RS4 (Helio G99) – Php 6,299 

The budget segment is a battlefield, and the itel RS4 is right there in the thick of it with the same Helio G99 chip. While the display only has a HD+ resolution but has a 120hz refresh rate, it boasts up to 12GB of RAM, which is unheard of at this price point and makes multitasking a breeze.

3. Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ (Helio G100) – Php 8,499 

The Helio G100 might seem similar to the G99 on paper, but in our tests with the HOT 40 Pro+, it showed a noticeable performance boost, especially for gaming. And get this – it’s only 6.8mm thin! Impressive thermals keep things cool even during intense gaming sessions despite its very slender body.

2. ZTE Blade A75 5G (Unisoc T760) – Php 4,999

Don’t underestimate this affordable 5G warrior! The Unisoc T760 packs a punch, delivering benchmark scores that rival some 4G-only chips. Plus, it’s one of the cheapest phones with fast UFS 3.1 storage, meaning quicker app loading times. The only catch here is that it is exclusive to Smart Prepaid.

1. TECNO Spark 20 Pro 5G (Dimensity 6100) – Php 9,499

The Spark 30 Pro 5G takes the crown, thanks to its use of a Dimensity 6100 chip. MediaTek’s wide software support means better overall optimization. It’s a bit thicker than the HOT 50 Pro+, but you get 8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 256GB UFS 2.2 storage, and 5G connectivity.

So, there you have it – the top budget performers of 2025 so far, all available at your nearest Cyberzone nationwide.