Best smartphone under 20,000Rs for my mom

Some of the top best Smartphone matches up with your requirements.

LeEco Le Max 2
This model comes with great design and a stylish look. It has 5.7 inches of its display size for a broader look. The storage part has massive come back for this brand. It blasts other models storage section. It comes with a 4GB RAM and 32GB ROM. The device runs in Android 6.0 version. This is the latest version at present in India. This phone is priced for Rs. 17,999 in Amazon.

OnePlus 2
This model comes with a sleek design and structure. It has 5.5 inches of display size for a broader look. The storage part has come back for better with this brand. It also has one of the blasts with other models storage section. This one too comes with a 4GB RAM and a 64GB ROM. The device runs on Android 6.0 version. This phone is priced for Rs. 19,999 in Amazon.

Lenovo Vibe X3
This model is a gifted one for the Lenovo users. It has 5.5 inches of its display size. The storage part is moderately good with a 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM. The device runs on Android 5.1 version. This phone is priced for Rs. 14,999 in EBay.

Moto G4 Plus
This mobile is a power packed performer. It has 5.5 inches of its display with moderately good storage of 3GB RAM and with 32GB ROM. The device runs on Android 6.0 version. This phone is priced for Rs. 14,999 in Amazon.

Xiaomi Mi Max
This model is a multi-task performer with a massive 6.4 inches of display. The storage maintains the standard with a 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM. The device runs on Android 6.0 version. This phone is priced for Rs. 14,999.

Some of the good options that meet your requirements are -

Lenovo Z2 Plus
One of the best features of the phone is its high performance SnapDragon 820 processor. You get 4 GB of massive RAM, coupled with 64 GB of internal storage. The screen size is 5 inch and you can be sure of best in class color performance. There is no support for expandable memory though. The phone runs on Android Marshmallow 6.0.1. The battery capacity reads 3500 mAh. The 13 MP rear snapper has high end features like auto focus, HDR, face detection and panorama mode. The front camera has a resolution of 8 MP.
The phone is priced at Rs. 19999.

LeEco Le 2
The phone comes with an outstanding design. It is powered by Snapdragon 652 processor that clocks at 1.8 GHz. The Octa core processor and the 3 GB RAM ensures efficient multitasking. You can opt for either a 32 GB or a 64 GB internal storage. However, you will not get expandable storage capacity. LeEco Le 2 runs on Android Marshmallow 6.0. The dual SIM smartphone has a battery capacity of 3000 mAh. For the camera buffs, it offers a rear camera of 16 GB and a front snapper of 8 GB.
The LeEco is priced at Rs. 11499.

Motorola Moto X Play
Coming with a 5.5 inch full HD display, Motorola Moto X Play is powered by Snapdragon 615 processor. The processor is octa core and thus should let you get high end performance. RAM capacity, however, is just 2 GB. The phone - just like any other Moto device, runs on almost stock Android. It is currently on Android Lollipop 5.1.1, but you can expect upgradeability to Marshmallow. You have two options as long as the internal storage capacity is concerned - 32 and 16 GB. The best part of this smartphone is its 21 MP rear camera that offers high quality photography and videography experience. The front snapper reads 8 MP. Moto X Play has a battery capacity of 3630 mAh.
You can but Moto X Play at Rs. 16990.

Moto G4 Plus
The phone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 processor that has eight cores and operates at 1.5 GHz. The RAM capacity reads 2 GB. You have 16 GB of internal storage that can be expanded upto 128 GB. The phone runs on Android Marshmallow 6.0.1. Being a Moto device, you get the stock Android experience with not much bloatware or custom skins. The 16 MP rear camera has advanc ed features like HDR, auto focus and the like that you would expect from a mid range device. The front camera has a resolution of 5 MP. The camera app on the device is much enhanced in comparison to the one on the previous versions. It has dual focus system - a combined phase detection and laser auto focus. The phone has a 3000 mAh battery capacity.
The phone can be bought for around Rs. 14000.

Lenovo Vibe Shot
The phone has a 5 inch IPS LCD screen with a full HD resolution. Powered by Snapdragon 615 processor at a clock speed of 1.7 GHz There is no screen protection of any sort though. The Octa core processor coupled with a 3 GB RAM ensures effective and trouble free multitasking capabilities. You have 32 GB of internal storage that can be expanded by another 128 GB. The Lenovo Vibe Shot has a 16 MP rear camera with impressive features. You also have access to 8 MP front snapper. It runs on Android Lollipop 5.0. The battery capacity is 2900 mAh which may appear a little below the average.
You can opt for the device at Rs. 17499.

Gionee Elife S6
The phone has a 5.5 inch HD AMOLED screen with a HD resolution. Just a HD resolution on a AMOLED display seems to be a bad decision though. The screen has Gorilla Glass protection. The smartphone is powered by MediaTek MT6753 and has a clock speed of 1.3 GHz. The 3 GB RAM coupled with 32 GB internal storage can be a great multitasker. You can expand the memory by another 128 GB. Gionee Elife S6 runs on Android lollipop 5.1. Though the phone is slightly overpriced given its hardware, camera is one feature that makes it a worthwhile option. The phone has been receiving great reviews especially on the quality of its camera. The rear camera on the smartphone reads 13 MP and the front camera has a resolution of 5 MP. The battery capacity on the smartphone is 3150 mah.
You can buy the phone at Rs. 19999.

Here are some of the models that fit your requirements.

1. Xiaomi Mi Max

When it comes to photography, Mi phones always perform the best. Mi max is one new phone from the xiaomi. It has Snapdragon 650 processor. Phone has 3GB RAM with 32GB storage. And another variant having 4GB and 64GB Model. The price of the phone is 14999 Rs and 19999 Rs. The best part is the camera. The primary camera is set at 16MP. The lens has very good quality. Also the screen size being 6.4'' with square edged design. So it does bring out a good design there. You can't go wrong on Mi Max purchase if design, camera and OS looks is what you want.

2. Coolpad Note 5

Coolpad has been releasing the quality designed phones for some time now. The note 5 is one good phone released recently. The phone has the price 10999 Rs. It has 13MP primary camera lens value and 8 MP secondary camera. The image quality is good. The phone has two designs royal gold and grey. Battery with 4010 mAh capacity has better stand time. In terms of performance the device running on 4GB RAM with Snapdragon 617 MSM8952 octa-core, it definitely sounds like a good option.

3. Lenovo Z2 Plus

Z2 has some of the powerful performance centric configuration. With Snapdragon 820 and 4GB RAM with 64 GB storage. You get a good device that can be good for day to day operation. Z2 Plus has the polished ROM that I came across. Usually this sort of ROM enhancements are with mochi ROM and Sony's custom ROM. But the Z2 plus seems to be have tried something similar. In terms of phone design, the hardware changes are really good. It has 13 MP primary camera and 8MP secondary one. The display of the device is 5'' inch with square design. I'd say for 19,999 Rs it is decent phone.

4. LeEco Le Max2

LeECo has the designs similar to Samsung's phone. You may however find that the colors are rather vibrant with the Le Max series phone. Le Max 2 phone has the round edged design. The device has 21MP primary camera and 8MP secondary camera. It has 4GB RAM with 32GB storage capacity. LeEco has Android 6.0 custom ROM that powers the device. With 3100mAH battery you can find the phone having a good stand time. You can find the price of the phone, 17,999 Rs.

5. VIVO V5

Vivo has been very consistent with their performance oriented specification with their V series phones. However they are not compromising on design aspect. With custom ROM of Android 6.0 marshmallow, it looks really good. It has 4GB RAM with Mediatek 6770 Processor. And the 4GB RAM speeds up the device really good. It has 20MP primary camera with 13MP secondary one. This is rare for the phone of this price range. And the battery with 3000 mAh capacity offers decent uptime. It is priced at 17,946 Rs.

These are some of the phones with good design and the camera. Most of the phones above have custom ROM's or tweaked default ROM. That way there is no compromise from design aspect.

Here's a list of the best value for money phones you can get for your mother under a budget of Rs.20000

1. Lenovo Z2 Plus
Lenovo Z2 Plus is a value to money 4G phone with amazing Specs. It has a Display of 5-inch of 1080p. The phone is built up on Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 Processor clubbed with a RAM of 4GB. The internal Storage is 64GB and all these backed up with a powerful Battery of 3500mAh. The phone runs Android 6.0 OS. The phone is equally good with the cameras with 13MP large pixel (1.34µm) primary camera and 8MP Front facing Camera with large pixel (1.4µm) with features like Hybrid autofocus, 4K video recording, slow-motion capture (120fps), Time-lapse, Live Filters, Auto HDR. (PDAF&CAF). So that could be the best choice of a smartphone that comes under 20k.
Price: Rs.19999

2. OnePlus 2
Designed with a world class stainless steel frame OnePlus 2 has a multi-touch IPS 5.5 inches IPS LCD full HD display with 1080 x 1920 pixelsresolution at 401 PPI protected with a Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The phone is based on Android Lollipop 5.1.1 Oxygen OS with a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 1.8GHz Octa-core processor supported by a 4GB LPDDR4 RAM and 64GB eMMC5 storage.
The phone is equipped with a 13MP primary camera and 5MP front facing camera with features like with f/2.0 Aperture, 6-lenses, Dual LED Flash, 1.3 µm Pixels, advanced Laser Autofocus with Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS)and so on.
The phone is powered with a long lasting 3300 mAh Li-Po battery. Other features include 4G LTE, Adreno 430 GPU Fingerprint sensor and 3-way physical alert toggle switch.
Price: Rs.19988

3. Vivo V3 Max
Vivo V3 Max is yet another value for money phone that comes with a 5.5 inches Full HD display with a resolution of built up with an Octa Core 1.8 GHz, Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 Processor, a huge RAM of 4 GB with 32 GB Internal Memory. The phone is backed up with a 3000 mAh Li-ion battery and runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop. The phone has a 13 MP Primary camera and 8 MP Front with LED Flash. The phone comes with a range of fun features like Voice Control, Palm Capture and Fingerprint Sensor.
Price: Rs.19980

4. LeEco Le Max 2
Running on Android v6.0 Marshmallow operating system and powered with a 2.15GHz Kryo + 1.6GHz Kryo Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 quad core processor, LeEco Le Max 2 is a feature packed phone with a huge 4GB RAM, 32GB internal memory and high end Adreno 530 GPU.
The phone can also be counbted a one of the best Camera phones with 21MP primary camera and 8MP front facing camera with awesome features like F2.0 aperture, PDAF, close loop, auto focus, manual focus, HDR, scene mode, 1/2.4 inches sensor size, 4K recording, slow motion recording, optical image stabilization, timer and so on.
The Display is of 5.7-inch bigger than the standard ones with LTPS IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen of 2560 x 1440 pixels resolution and 515 ppi pixel density with 16M color support.
Thid dual SIM and dual-standby phone runs 36 hours at a stretch with a non-removable lithium-ion battery of 3100mAH providing with a standby time of 310 hours.
Price: Rs.17879

5. Moto G4 Plus
With a 5.5-inch full HD display with 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution at 401 ppi pixel density, the Moto G4 Plus phone protects it with a Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The phone runs on Android v6.0.1 Marshmallow OS with Motorola mobile computing system. The phone has a powerful 1.5 GHz MSM8952 Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 octa-core processor with 3GB RAM, 32GB internal memory which is expandable up to 128GB and a 550 MHz Adreno 405 GPU.
The phone has a 16 MP primary camera 5 MP wide angle front camera with laser focus, PDAF and Professional mode and with display flash. Other features include Finger print reader for fast unlocking. The best thing in this phone is the 3000 mAh battery that lasts all day due to its TurboPower charging in 15 min of charging.
Price: Rs.13499