Best Phone Under 1 Lakh in Nepal (November 2026): 7 Picks With Prices
Prices are official prices, as listed by Nepali Telecom on 1 and 8 November 2026, and POCO Nepal's Daraz store price for the POCO X8 Pro Max. Several phones got more expensive in Nepal during 2026, so confirm the price with the shop before you buy.
Short answer: Of the phones on our list, the OnePlus 15R (Rs 98,499) and the POCO X8 Pro Max (Rs 94,999) are the fastest, and the POCO has the bigger battery. The Xiaomi 17T (Rs 92,999) is the pick for photos, thanks to a 5x telephoto camera. Samsung buyers should look at the Galaxy A57 (Rs 96,999). The Honor 600 (Rs 84,999) gives you a 200MP camera and a 7,000mAh battery for less.
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Best phones under Rs 1 lakh (November 2026)
| Phone | Price | Chip | Battery | Charging | Main camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (8GB/256GB) | Rs 69,999 | Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 | 10,000mAh | 100W | 50MP, OIS |
| Samsung Galaxy A37 (8GB/128GB) | Rs 74,999 | Exynos 1480 | 5,000mAh | 45W | 50MP, OIS |
| Honor 600 (8GB/256GB) | Rs 84,999 | Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | 7,000mAh | 80W | 200MP, OIS |
| Xiaomi 17T (12GB/256GB) | Rs 92,999 | Dimensity 8500 Ultra | 6,500mAh | 67W | 50MP, OIS, plus a 5x telephoto |
| POCO X8 Pro Max (12GB/256GB) | Rs 94,999 | Dimensity 9500s | 8,500mAh | 100W | 50MP, OIS |
| Samsung Galaxy A57 (8GB/256GB) | Rs 96,999 | Exynos 1680 | 5,000mAh | 45W | 50MP, OIS |
| OnePlus 15R (12GB/256GB) | Rs 98,499 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | 7,400mAh | 80W | 50MP, OIS |
Prices from Nepali Telecom's Samsung and Xiaomi lists (8 November 2026), its OnePlus list and its phones under 1 lakh list for the Honor 600 (1 November 2026), and POCO Nepal's Daraz store. Specs checked against Xiaomi Nepal and launch reports (see Sources).
Not on the list: Samsung's Galaxy S25 FE, at Rs 1,07,999, is just over budget.
Our picks, explained
1. OnePlus 15R: Rs 98,499 (12GB/256GB)
It has the fastest chip on this list, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, so it handles big games and editing apps without slowing down. The 7,400mAh battery is big too, and the 50MP main camera has OIS (Nepali Telecom). Like most 2026 phones, it starts higher than earlier R models did, because of RAM and part shortages (Nepali Telecom). The 512GB model, at Rs 1,06,999, is over budget, and its 80W charging needs a OnePlus charger for full speed.
2. POCO X8 Pro Max: Rs 94,999 (12GB/256GB)
Nearly as fast as the OnePlus for Rs 3,500 less. Its 3nm Dimensity 9500s scores about level with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 on AnTuTu (NanoReview), and you get an 8,500mAh battery with 100W charging, a 6.83-inch 120Hz AMOLED screen and a 50MP camera with OIS (B360, POCO Nepal). It has no telephoto, and it launched at Rs 79,999 in April before prices rose.
3. Xiaomi 17T: Rs 92,999 (12GB/256GB)
Get this one for photos. Few phones under Rs 1 lakh have a real 5x telephoto, and the 17T's has OIS, so zoomed shots of mountains, stages and wildlife come out sharper. The main camera is 50MP with OIS, and the 6,500mAh battery charges at 67W (Xiaomi Nepal). The 12GB/512GB model is Rs 99,999, still under budget.
4. Samsung Galaxy A57: Rs 96,999 (8GB/256GB)
Samsung's top A-series phone has a 6.7-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED+ screen, a 50MP camera with OIS and 45W charging (Nepali Telecom). Its chip is slower than the OnePlus, POCO and Xiaomi, so choose it for Samsung's software and design rather than speed. The 12GB version is Rs 1,07,999.
5. Honor 600: Rs 84,999 (8GB/256GB)
A 200MP main camera with OIS and a 7,000mAh battery with 80W charging, for Rs 13,500 less than the OnePlus (Nepali Telecom). The 12GB/256GB model is Rs 89,999. It adds RAM, not storage (Ekantipur).
6. Samsung Galaxy A37: Rs 74,999 (8GB/128GB)
The cheaper Samsung. You also get a 6.7-inch 120Hz screen, a 50MP camera with OIS, a 5,000mAh battery and the same 45W charging as the A57, but an older, slower Exynos 1480 chip (Nepali Telecom, Notebookcheck). The 8GB/256GB model costs Rs 86,999.
7. Redmi Note 17 Pro Max: Rs 69,999 (8GB/256GB)
If battery life matters most, get this one. It has a 10,000mAh battery with 100W charging, plus a 6.83-inch 120Hz AMOLED screen and a 50MP camera with OIS (Xiaomi Nepal). It saves you Rs 28,500 over the OnePlus if you don't need top speed.
How to choose
- For gaming and speed: the OnePlus 15R, or the POCO X8 Pro Max to save Rs 3,500 and get a bigger battery. For a full ranking, see our best gaming phone in Nepal list.
- For photos: the Xiaomi 17T for zoom, or the Honor 600 for a high-resolution main camera. For a full camera ranking, see our best camera phone in Nepal guide.
- For battery life: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max, then the POCO X8 Pro Max.
- For Samsung: the Galaxy A57, or the A37 if you want to save Rs 22,000.
- Smaller budget? See our best phones under 70,000, under 60,000 and under 50,000.
Fast charging depends on the charger too. Samsung's 45W charging needs a charger with PPS, while OnePlus and Xiaomi reach their top speeds only with their own chargers. Our charger guide explains which to buy.
Quick verdict
- Fastest: OnePlus 15R, Rs 98,499, or POCO X8 Pro Max, Rs 94,999.
- Best camera zoom: Xiaomi 17T, Rs 92,999.
- Best Samsung: Galaxy A57, Rs 96,999.
- Best value: Honor 600, Rs 84,999.
- Biggest battery: Redmi Note 17 Pro Max, Rs 69,999.
Phone accessories in our store
Quality Computer sells chargers, power banks and earbuds that work with all of these phones. Visit our store in Birtamode, Jhapa or order online for delivery across Nepal.
| Product | What it is | Our price |
|---|---|---|
| UGREEN 45W GaN charger, retractable cable | 45W GaN charger with PPS for Samsung phones | Rs 4,275 |
| Mcdodo 33W GaN dual charger | 33W GaN charger with PPS, good for everyday charging | Rs 3,000 |
| Havit PB91 20,000mAh power bank | 20,000mAh power bank with 22.5W fast charging | Rs 3,000 |
| Havit PB89 10,000mAh power bank | 10,000mAh power bank with 22.5W fast charging | Rs 2,550 |
| Ultima Atom 520 Pro earbuds | Wireless earbuds with 45 hours of playback | Rs 1,590 |
| UGREEN HiTune H5 earbuds | UGREEN wireless earbuds | Rs 2,800 |
| HiFuture SonicAIR earbuds | Wireless earbuds with 4-mic noise reduction for calls | Rs 2,999 |
Prices checked on 12 November 2026 on our website.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best phone under 1 lakh in Nepal?
The OnePlus 15R (Rs 98,499) or POCO X8 Pro Max (Rs 94,999) for speed, the Xiaomi 17T (Rs 92,999) for camera zoom, and the Samsung Galaxy A57 (Rs 96,999) if you want a Samsung.
Which Samsung phone is best under 1 lakh?
The Galaxy A57 at Rs 96,999 (8GB/256GB). The Galaxy A37 starts at Rs 74,999 if you want to spend less.
Which phone under 1 lakh has the biggest battery?
On our list, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has the biggest battery at 10,000mAh. The POCO X8 Pro Max (8,500mAh) and OnePlus 15R (7,400mAh) come next.
Which phone under 1 lakh is best for gaming?
The OnePlus 15R. Its Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is the most powerful chip on our list, with the POCO X8 Pro Max close behind.
Is the Galaxy S25 FE under 1 lakh in Nepal?
No. The Galaxy S25 FE costs Rs 1,07,999 (8GB/256GB) in Nepal, according to Nepali Telecom's November 2026 list.
Sources
- Samsung Mobile Price in Nepal, Nepali Telecom, updated 8 November 2026
- Xiaomi Mobile Price in Nepal, Nepali Telecom, updated 8 November 2026
- OnePlus Mobile Price in Nepal, Nepali Telecom, updated 1 November 2026
- Best phones under 100000 in Nepal, Nepali Telecom, updated 1 November 2026
- OnePlus 15R lands in Nepal but price's gone up, Nepali Telecom, 16 February 2026
- Samsung Galaxy A37 price in Nepal, Nepali Telecom
- Samsung Galaxy A37 5G review, Notebookcheck
- Xiaomi 17T specifications, Xiaomi Nepal
- Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G specifications, Xiaomi Nepal
- Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro on the market, Ekantipur, 30 May 2026
- TeleTalk launches POCO X8 Pro 5G, X8 Pro Max 5G in Nepal, B360, April 2026
- POCO X8 Pro Max (12GB/256GB), POCO Nepal store on Daraz, checked 12 November 2026
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 vs Dimensity 9500s, NanoReview
- Accessory prices: Quality Computer website, 12 November 2026.