There are lots of smartphones retailing for $300 or less, that’s about N100,000. Most people in Nigeria hardly buy smartphones that are over N100,000. With that price budget, there are literally thousands of phones you can buy. But which of these phones will give you true value for money?
I know its difficult and overwhelming to choose a phone to buy with N100,000. But don’t worry, as I will be listing the Best Phones from 90,000 to 100,000 Naira in Nigeria.
For the heavy phone user, these phones have more than everything you would probably need. You can always run heavy apps with these phones and also perform your daily tasks with ease. You can save so many files, take cute selfies, play your favourite mobile games and more.
These are the best phones under 100000 Naira for in Nigeria.
1. Xiaomi Mi Max 2 (N90,800)
Enjoy immersive display with the Mi Max 2, it runs on Android 7.1 Nougat, has 4GB RAM, 64GB internal storage and 53000mAh battery.
Key Specs
・Display: 6.4-inch
・OS: Android 7.1
・Processor: Snapdragon 625 Octa Core
・Storage: 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・Camera: 12MP + 5MP
・Battery: 5300mAh
2. Oukitel MIX 2 (N93,999)
This exquisite device is a beauty to behold and hold, featuring the bezel-less display. It also sports 21MP + 2MP dual rear cameras, 13MP selfie camera and 6GB of RAM.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.99-Inch
・OS: Android 7.0
・Processor: 2.39GHz Octa Core
・Storage: 64GB ROM + 6GB RAM
・Camera: (21MP, 2MP) + 13MP
・Battery: 4080mAh
3. Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (N99,000)
The 2017 version of the Galaxy A5 is still trending at the moment and would still dominate in 2018. It has 32GB internal storage, 3GB RAM and 16MP selfie camera and no doubt one of the best phones under 100000 Naira in Nigeria you can buy right now.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.2-inch
・OS: Android 6.0
・Processor: 1.9GHz Octa-Core
・Storage: 32GB ROM + 3GB RAM
・Camera: 16MP + 16MP
・Battery: 3000mAh
4. Infinix Zero 4 Plus (N91,550)
The Zero 4 Plus is another phone below N100,000. It packs 4GB RAM, 32GB internal storage and 4000mAh battery.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.98-Inch
・OS: Android 6.0.1
・Processor: 2.1GHz Deca-core
・Storage: 32GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・Camera: 20.7MP + 13MP
・Battery: 4000mAh
5. HTC 10 EVO (N90,000)
Probably the cheapest on this list, and a good choice for HTC fans. It has 3GB RAM, 32GB internal storage, 8MP selfie camera and 3200mAh battery.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.5-Inch
・OS: Android 7.0
・Processor: 1.5GHz Octa-core
・Storage: 32GB ROM + 3GB RAM
・Camera: 16MP + 8MP
・Battery: 3200mAh
6. Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro (N95,000)
The Galaxy J7 Pro was released in July, and it is definitely one of the best phones under 100,000 to buy in 2018. It houses the Exynos 7870 chipset, 13MP selfie camera and 3GB RAM.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.5-Inch
・OS: Android 7.0
・Processor: 1.6GHz Octa-core
・Storage: 32GB ROM + 3GB RAM
・Camera: 13MP + 13MP
・Battery: 3600mAh
7. Huawei Honor 7X (N91,333)
The Honor 7X isn’t your average device, this beast sports dual rear cameras and FullView display. It has 4GB RAM, 32GB internal storage and 8MP selfie camera.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.93-Inch
・Processor: Octa-core 2.36GHz
・Storage: 32GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・Camera: (16MP, 2MP) + 8MP
・OS: Android 7.0
・Battery: 3340mAh
8. Ulefone T1 (N93,470)
Ulefone T1 is a beauty, sporting a premium look. It runs on Android 7.0 Nougat, has 6GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. It has dual rear cameras as well, 8MP selfie camera and 3680mAh.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.5-inch
・Processor: 2.6GHz Octa-Core
・Camera: (16MP, 5MP) + 8MP
・Battery: 3680mAh
・Storage: 64GB ROM + 6GB RAM
・OS: Android 7.0
9. Gionee A1 (N95,500)
The Gionee A1 is such a beautiful device and powerful as well. It is powered by a 4010mAh battery, has 4GB RAM, 32GB internal storage. At the back, it sports 13MP camera, while at the front there’s a 16MP selfie camera.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.5-inch
・Processor: 2.0GHz Octa-core
・Camera: 13MP + 16MP
・Battery: 4010mAh
・Storage: 32GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・OS: Android 7.0 Nougat
10. UMIDIGI Z (N94,100)
This smartphone is beautiful and sleek, sporting dual rear cameras. It has dual 13MP + 13MP rear camera, 3MP selfie camera and 3780mAh battery.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.5-inch
・Processor: 2.6GHz Deca-core
・Camera: (13MP, 13MP) + 3MP
・Battery: 3780mAh
・Storage: 32GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・OS: Android 6.0
11. LEAGOO S8 Pro (N95,599)
The S8 Pro is a stunning device with FullView display and curved edges. It has 6GB RAM, 64GB internal storage, 13MP + 5MP dual rear cameras and 13MP selfie camera.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.99-inch
・Processor: 2.6GHz Octa-core
・Camera: (13MP, 5MP) + 13MP
・Battery: 3050mAh
・Storage: 64GB ROM + 6GB RAM
・OS: Android 7.0
12. Elephone S8 (N92,819)
This 6-inch bezel-less device is like a dream come true, the display on this device is the best on the list. It has a 21MP rear camera, 8MP selfie camera, 64GB internal storage and 4GB RAM.
Key Specs
・Display: 6-inch
・Processor: 2.5GHz Deca-core
・Camera: 21MP + 8MP
・Battery: 4000mAh
・Storage: 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・OS: Android 7.1
13. Nokia 6 (N96,999)
Housing the Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 chipset, the Nokia 6 is powerful and beautiful as well. It has 64GB internal storage, 4GB RAM and 3000mAh battery.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.5-inch
・Processor: 1.4GHz Octa-core
・Camera: 16MP + 8MP
・Battery: 3000mAh
・Storage: 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・OS: Android 7.0
14. Xiaomi Mi A1 (N91,700)
Xiaomi is one of the best smartphone makers in the world, and the Mi A1 is more than perfect. It has 4GB RAM, 64GB internal storage, dual 12MP rear camera, 5MP selfie camera and 3080mAh.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.5-inch
・Processor: 2.0GHz Octa-core
・Camera: (12MP, 12MP) + 5MP
・Battery: 3080mAh
・Storage: 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・OS: Android 7.1.2
15. Ulefone Armor 2 (N99,900)
If you need a very rugged device, then the Ulefone Armor 2 should be your device of choice. It is IP68 certified, offering dust and water resistance. It has 64GB internal storage, 4GB RAM and 4700mAh battery.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.0-inch
・Processor: 2.6GHz Octa-core
・Camera: 16MP + 8MP
・Battery: 4700mAh
・Storage: 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・OS: Android 7.0
16. Homtom S9 Plus (N92,200)
The S9 Plus is stunning and beautiful, it has a back cover that reflects light in the most subtle way. It has a 16MP + 5MP dual rear cameras, 13MP selfie camera and 4050mAh battery.
Key Specs
・Display: 5.99-inch
・Processor: 1.5GHz Octa-core
・Camera: (16MP, 5MP) + 13MP
・Battery: 4050mAh
・Storage: 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM
・OS: Android 7.0
17. TECNO Phantom 6 Plus (N100,000)
The Tecno Phantom 6 Plus, Tecno’s flagship phone, is a powerhouse in itself. With a groundbreaking design, new camera technology and better ways to unlock your phone, the Phantom 6 is everything you’ve imagined and more. If your budget is around 100,000 Naira, the Phantom 6 Plus is one of the best phones under 100000 Naira.

Key Specs
- Screen: 6.0 Inch AMOLED Touchscreen
- Memory: 4GB RAM, 64GB ROM (expandable with microSD up to 128GB)
- CPU: 2.1GHz Deca Core Processor
- Operating System: Android 6.0
- Camera: 21MP Back Camera, 8MP Front Camera
- Battery: 4050
- Colour: Gold
18. Gionee M6
The Gionee M6 delivers everything you need for a fantastic mobile phone experience, all at a price that does not hurt. Featuring a 5.5-inch FHD display that’s perfect for reading ebooks, watching videos and viewing media, the M6 also boasts a 5000mAh battery that will carry you through a full day’s operation.
The combination of an octa-core processor and Amigo 3.5 based on Android 6.0 OS, and a 4GB RAM that makes multitasking on the Gionee M6 a pleasure.
Key Specs
- 5.5 Full HD screen AMOLED Display
- Memory 64GB ROM + 4GB RAM
- Android 6.0 Marshmallow with Amigo 3.5
- OS MediaTek Octa-Core 1.8GHz Processor
- 13 MP with LED flash
- Dual Sim
19. Samsung Galaxy A8 (N99,000)
- Display: 5.7 inches Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M colours
- 32 GB, 3 GB RAM, microSD, up to 256 GB
- CPU: Octa-core Octa-core (4×2.1 GHz Cortex-A57 & 4×1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
- Android OS, v6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
- Camera: 16MP + 8MP
- Battery: 3300mAh
- Network: 4G LTE
20. Huawei Honor 7 (N89,000)
The Honor 7X has everything you will need in a modern smartphone. It has 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage.
Key Specs
- Display: 5.93 inch, 2160 x 1080 pixels screen
- CPU: Kirin 659 Octa Core 2.36GHz
- 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
- System: Android 7.0
- Camera: 16.0MP + 2.0MP rear cameras + 8.0MP front camera
- Sensor: Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, E-Compass, Gravity Sensor
- SIM Card: dual SIM dual standby, Nano SIM / Nano SIM
Final Notes
There you have it the list of the best phones under 100000 Naira for 2018. You can’t buy them all, they all have fantastic specs for their price. All of the phones listed here can be bought from Jumia. Depending on what you are looking for, are you into bigger battery capacity? RAM size? Internal storage space? Camera? Scroll through the list and make a decision, good luck!






