I remember when I first saved up to buy a budget smartphone years ago. It looked great on the outside but within a week the lag and poor battery life had me reaching for the charger too often. That’s why this upcoming HMD phone under ₹10,000 has my attention. A big battery, smooth display and a name like HMD behind it is not something you see every day in this price range.

A Smooth Display

If you’ve ever scrolled through Instagram or played a game on a 60Hz screen you’ll know how annoying small stutters can be. With a 6.56-inch HD+ display and 90Hz refresh rate the experience should feel smoother. Whether it’s swiping through feeds or tapping during a match that extra fluidity makes a difference.

Power That Lasts

The 5000mAh battery is what excites me the most. On paper it sounds like a phone you charge overnight and don’t worry about through a busy day of calls, music and scrolling. Charging may be capped at 10W but if it lasts a full day or more that’s a win at this price.

Practicality

HMD is also expected to bring its QuickFix design so you can swap a screen or battery yourself with simple tools. For anyone who has paid half the phone’s cost just to replace a cracked screen that’s a relief. Add Android 14 and promised security updates and the phone feels more reliable than usual budget options.

What makes this special is the price point. Under ₹10,000 with a 90Hz screen and big battery it’s clearly aimed at students, first time buyers or anyone looking for a daily driver. If HMD delivers on these promises this could be one of the most talked about budget launches of the year.