The mid-range segment has a lot to offer but it can be overwhelming because there are so many good options. We’ve capped the budget at around R6500. You can get 5G, 120Hz displays and optical image stabilisation, among other excellent features. Here’s our top picks:

Samsung Galaxy A33 5G

Samsung’s new A33 is another great 5G option that won’t break the bank. The A33 5G has a 6.4-inch display with 90Hz refresh rate and is water and dust resistant. It starts at 6GB and 128GB variants with a promise of up to two days battery life from its 5000mAh battery. It features a 48MP rear camera with optical image stabilisation for better low-light videos and a 13MP selfie-cam. It supports Dolby Atmos sound. Price: *R5 799. Get it here. 

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro

The Redmi Note range is ideal for those who want a large device for working on the go. The Note 11 Pro has a 6.67-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate on par with flagships and supports 67W turbo charging up to 51% of its 5000mAh battery in 15 minutes. It has a quad-camera set-up with a whopping 108MP rear shooter including wide-angle, macro and depth shots, complemented by a 16MP selfie-cam. Price: *R4 999. Get it here.  

Huawei nova Y9a

HUAWEI nova Y9a is designed for quick charging speed and long battery life. With 40 W HUAWEI SuperCharge, you can charge up its battery efficiently, restoring nearly 70% power in 30 minutes. And its 4,200 mAh large battery and AI power saving technology allow you to enjoy your journey without frequent recharging. HUAWEI nova Y9a is equipped with a main camera, an ultra-wide angle camera, a depth camera and a macro camera. Backed by advanced AI technology, the four rear cameras can read the scene and cooperate seamlessly as one to take stunning photos in direct sunlight or in the dark, in the distant or up closePrice: *R5 199. Get it here.  

Apple iPhone 7 128GB (GoodAsNew)

iPhone 7 features a 12 MP camera with an f/1.8 aperture for great low-light photos and 4K video. Optical image stabilization. A 4.7-inch Retina HD display with wide color and 3D Touch. An A10 Fusion chip for incredible performance.Touch ID. Fast LTE. Immersive stereo sound, splash and water resistant, and iOS 12 compatibility. Price: *R5 399. Get it here.  

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*All prices were correct at the time of publishing.