Best phones under RM2000 in Malaysia (2025)

Buying Guide

By Timothy Teoh February 26, 2025

This article was last updated on 3rd April 2025

We live in an era where smartphones are becoming increasingly accessible to everyone. While it’s true that flagship phones are getting heftier base prices, it’s also true that there are more affordable phones to choose from than ever before.

Let’s also put this on record early: just because a phone has a lower price tag doesn’t make it any less capable than one that is exorbitantly priced. Case in point – the latest iPhone 16 (starting price RM3,999) and iPhone 16 Plus (starting price RM4,499) still only have 60Hz refresh rates!

Yes, you might miss out on some bells and whistles, but if all you need is a daily driver that’s consistent and reliable, there are great options across all price points.

We’ve already covered the best phones under RM1,000. If you’ve got a little more to splash, here are the best smartphones you can find under RM2,000 in Malaysia.

Phones under RM2,000 in Malaysia

Nothing Phone (3a) Pro

Price: RM1,999 (12GB/256GB)
Processor: Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 5G
Display: 6.77″ AMOLED, FHD+ (1080×2392),120Hz, 3,000nits (peak)
Camera: 50MP main + 50MP periscope, 3x optical + 8MP ultra-wide
Battery: 5,000mAh, 50W wired charging
5G: YES
Launch Date: March 2025

Nothing Phone (3a)

Price: RM1,699 (12GB/256GB)
Processor: Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 5G
Display: 6.77″ AMOLED, FHD+ (1080×2392),120Hz, 3,000nits (peak)
Camera: 50MP main + 50MP telephoto, 2x optical + 8MP ultra-wide
Battery: 5,000mAh, 50W wired charging
5G: YES
Launch Date: March 2025

Samsung Galaxy A26 5G

Price: RM1,199 (6GB/128GB), RM1,399 (8GB/256GB)
Processor: Exynos 1380
Display: 6.7″ Super AMOLED, FHD+ (1080×2340),120Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus+
Camera: 50MP main + 8MP ultrawide + 2MP macro
Battery: 5,000mAh, 25W wired charging
5G: YES
Launch Date: March 2025

Samsung Galaxy A36 5G

Price: RM1,499 (6GB/128GB), RM1,699 (12GB/256GB)
Processor: Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
Display: 6.7″ Super AMOLED, FHD+ (1080×2340),120Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus+
Camera: 50MP main + 8MP ultrawide + 5MP macro
Battery: 5,000mAh, 45W wired charging
5G: YES
Launch Date: March 2025

Samsung Galaxy A56 5G

Price: RM1,999 (8GB/128GB), RM2,199 (12GB/256GB)
Processor: Exynos 1580
Display: 6.7″ Super AMOLED, FHD+ (1080×2340),120Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus+
Camera: 50MP main + 12MP ultrawide + 5MP macro
Battery: 5,000mAh, 45W wired charging
5G: YES
Launch Date: March 2025

Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G

Price: RM1,699 (12GB/256GB), RM1,899 (12GB/512GB)
Processor: Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
Display: 6.67″ CrystalRes AMOLED, 1.5K (2712×1220), 120Hz, 3,000nits (peak), Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Camera: 200MP main + 8MP ultrawide + 2MP macro
Battery: 5,110mAh, 120W wired charging
5G: YES
Launch Date: January 2025

Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G

Price: RM1,199 (8GB/256GB), RM1,299 (12GB/256GB)
Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Ultra
Display: 6.67″ CrystalRes AMOLED, 1.5K (2712×1220), 120Hz, 3,000nits (peak), Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Camera: 200MP main + 8MP ultrawide + 2MP macro
Battery: 5,110mAh, 45W wired charging
5G: YES
Launch Date: January 2025

POCO X7 Pro

Price: RM1,499 (8GB/256GB), RM1,599 (12GB/256GB), RM1,699 (12GB/512GB)
Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8400-Ultra
Display: 6.67″ CrystalRes AMOLED, 1.5K (2712×1220), 120Hz, 3,200nits (peak), Gorilla Glass 7i
Camera: 50MP main + 8MP ultrawide
Battery: 6,000mAh, 90W wired charging
5G: YES
Launch Date: January 2025

POCO X7

Price: RM1,199 (8GB/256GB), RM1,399 (12GB/512GB)
Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Ultra
Display: 6.67″ CrystalRes AMOLED, 1.5K (2712×1220), 120Hz, 3,000nits (peak), Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Camera: 50MP main + 8MP ultrawide
Battery: 5,110mAh, 45W wired charging
5G: YES
Launch Date: January 2025

OPPO Reno13 F 5G

Price: RM1,399 (8GB/256GB), RM1,499 (12GB/256GB), RM1,799 (12GB/512GB)
Processor: Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
Display: 6.67″ AMOLED, FHD+ (1080×2400), 120Hz, 1,200nits (typical)
Camera: 50MP main + 8MP ultrawide + 2MP macro
Battery: 5,800mAh, 45W wired charging
5G: YES
Launch Date: January 2025