Over the last few years, we’ve seen a real explosion in true mass market Android phones that match flagship phones spec-for-spec without too many apparent sacrifices. Indeed, for a while now, when someone has come to ask for a phone recommendation, I’ve suggested they buy a budget to mid-range headset with a good OLED screen, a decent set of cameras and long battery life. At the end of the day, that’s what’s important to most folks.

It’s great to see a focus on budget Android phones, especially with the advancements in technology. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro and Poco F7 Pro sound like interesting options for those looking for value. Exciting times for consumers!