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Xiaomi was able to quickly gain an extensive customer base by offering high-quality smartphones on the market at an affordable price. But initially the lineup of Xiaomi was not as diverse as that of its main competitors, and it was obvious that in the foreseeable future, the Chinese manufacturer will develop new phone models.

Today, the Xiaomi lineup has become very diverse, but at the same time, you can easily understand the features of a particular branch of smartphones, unlike, say, competitors represented by Meizu or Samsung.

In order to make it more convenient for you to choose the right Xiaomi phone option for yourself, we offer to compare all the models that have left the company at the moment, finding similarities and differences in them, and, thus, having determined the competitive advantages of each.

If we want to compare Xiaomi based on all the well-known models of the company's gadgets, then we can distinguish three main lines:

1. Mi. Phones of this line receive the flagship hardware and are suitable for the most demanding customers. There is a large supply of power and advanced system capabilities. Qualcomm series processors deliver a high level of performance. The excellent build quality and use of metal cases ensures the durability of the gadgets. Here are the best Xiaomi cameras, characterized by optical stabilization, the ability to shoot in manual mode, and, of course, a large number of megapixels. The most frequent firmware update is organized specifically for the Mi lineup models.
   
2. Redmi. This includes the best budget options for smartphones. Since 2013, they were equipped with MediaTek processors, and now some models get Snapdragon, which, however, does not increase their cost. All Xiaomi Redmi phones will be a great choice for those who want to get a reliable gadget without making excessive demands on it. The device will not be able to play games with exorbitant graphics, but in business and everyday life, Xiaomi Redmi will become simply irreplaceable. The use of simpler components compared to the Mi line allows you to significantly reduce the price of Xiaomi Redmi gadgets and make them closer to the mass consumer. The design is also a little simpler than that of the flagship brother, but the case is also metal. Every year, the technical characteristics of the devices of this line are improving, and therefore it is not surprising that Xiaomi Redmi is currently considered the most popular on the market.
   
3. MiPad To compare Xiaomi fully - it means to remember also the line of tablets from this company. At the moment, 3 tablets have appeared in the lineup, and a real breakthrough has created the appearance of the MiPad2 model - it was seriously compared with the iPad! The technical indicators are really competitive, and we will talk about the advantages of each model further.

For convenience, each of the lines can be subdivided into several categories, which is what we are proposing to do now in order to fully compare Xiaomi for all models on the market.

Features of the Mi line

  In general, the Mi line is recommended to be considered in three main branches. We compare them in the table for easier understanding.

Features of the Xiaomi Redmi line

A comparative analysis of the "state employee" is also proposed to be carried out on the basis of the table:

Features of the MiPad line

  Comparison between tablets is simpler - there are only three models. Xiaomi Mi Pad was a trial version to understand whether the tablet will be as demanded as smartphones. It turned out that everything was in order, and therefore the Chinese launched Xiaomi Mi Pad 2, starting from which they firmly settled in this niche in the market.

The differences between the first and second models are visible to the naked eye. The case of the “two” is made of metal, not polycarbonate, the RAM is already 2 GB, and as an operating system, you can choose between Android and Windows 10.

  Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 went even further - here it will already be possible to choose between two main trim levels, differing in the amount of internal and operating memory: 3 GB of RAM with 64 GB of internal or 4 GB of RAM with 128 GB of internal. The chipset has also been improved in comparison with a more budget “two” - instead of Intel Atom X5-Z8500 appeared Intel Atom X7-Z8700.

Xiaomi Redmi S Phones

In 2018, Xiaomi expanded the Redmi line by adding a device called the Redmi S2 to Xiaomi Redmi S2 (the company did not release the S1 phone). Who is this phone for? To get the answer to this question, it is best to compare this gadget with some other device of the Redmi series. And it will be more convenient to compare it with Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus. After all, both of these phones are equipped with a 5.99-inch display, a Snapdragon 625 processor, and have almost the same cost. What is the difference between these smartphones? Redmi 5 Plus has a better screen, the resolution of which is Full HD + (and not HD +), and which gives a clearer picture. Another significant advantage of this device is that its battery capacity is 4,000 (and not 3,080 mA / h), and it can work offline from 1.5 to 2 days (Redmi S2 lasts only 24 hours) .

What then are the features of the “S” series phone? The first feature is that the gadget has a dual-module camera. In practice, however, the images from both devices have the same quality comparable to each other. Unless Redmi S2 can take photos with blurring the background. The real differences between the phones are that the S2 has a 16-megapixel front camera, and the selfie shots from this unit are clearer. And this phone is also equipped with digital stabilization when shooting video, and also has a three-section tray for 2 SIM cards and one memory card. There is a budget smartphone for selfies with the ability to install dual-SIM cards and flash drives in Russian retail from 15,990 rubles.

Pocophone smartphones

In 2018, a significant event took place at Xiaomi. For the first time in its history, the manufacturer released a smartphone not under the already well-known Xiaomi brand, but under the new Pocophone sub-brand. The new device was the Pocophone F1. Pocophone F1 The main feature of the gadget was the presence of the latest high-performance chip Snapdragon 845 (the same as on the super flagship Xiapmi Mi8). Moreover, the device has become the cheapest smartphone on the market equipped with this board. If you compare the Pocophone F1 with the flagship Xiaomi model, it’s immediately evident that for less money you will get a device with exactly the same performance, the same (diagonal in size) display, the ability to expand memory by installing a flash drive, a headphone jack 3.5 mm, stereo speakers and a more capacious battery (4,000 mA / h versus 3,080).

On the Xiaomi Mi8 side, there will remain more premium case materials (Pocophone F1 is simply plastic), a better-quality screen matrix (Super AMOLED) and a more advanced camera. The Mi8 camera has optical stabilization, a lower focal number, which allows you to take better pictures in the dark, and a higher resolution of the auxiliary (second) module of the main camera.

The cost of Pocophone F1 version 6/64 GB during premiere sales on TMAll is 20 900 rubles. A similar model Xiaomi Mi8 costs 29,600 rubles.

What to give preference to?

Before choosing a particular model of Xiaomi smartphones, decide why you need a phone. If you plan to use it in everyday life or for business, then you can safely choose one of the "state employees", saving money and getting a completely high-quality product for the money invested. If you want to follow the latest fashion trends, trying every game just released, then it's best to immediately consider one of the flagship smartphones Mi.

In addition to the price, one of the parameters for assessing Xiaomi's compliance with your expectations will be screen size. There is plenty to choose from - from small and stylish business models to "shovels" with a huge monitor. If it’s just the “shovels” that appeal to you, then finding them is very simple - find the name containing Note, Mix or Max, and after that you will only have to determine your preferred technical characteristics of the device.

Russian technology buyers still believe in the immutability of the following primitive proportions: the higher the price of a product, the higher its quality. Although in the mobile market this law has long been acting “insofar as” - the cost of goods here depends on the brand, technical characteristics, how much the manufacturer had to spend on advertising, and on many other variables. The quality of the gadget as a pricing factor is far from the top of the list.

The current market situation is the most favorable in order to buy an inexpensive, but high-quality smartphone. Check out our rating of smartphones - and you will find out which of the 2017 devices will justify every ruble invested in them.

10. Meizu M2 Note

• CPU:8-core MediaTek MT6753, 1300 MHz
• 2 GB / 16 GB
• Display:
• 13 megapixels / 5 megapixels
• Battery:  3 100 mAh

Price: from 9 649 rubles

7. Ulefone Power 2

• CPU:MediaTek MT6750 Octa Core 1.5 GHz
• Memory (operational / user):4 GB / 64 GB
• Display:diagonal of 5 inches, resolution FullHD
• Cameras (main / front):13 megapixels / 8 megapixels
• Battery:6 050 mAh

Price: from 11,298 rublesUlefone Power 2 went on sale only in the spring of 2017, but has already earned the love of Russian users; According to Yandex.Market, this smartphone has 88% ratings - “five”. In the reviews, the current owners of Power 2 urge potential buyers not to worry about the fact that the brand is not well known, and boldly prefer Ulefone to the raging Samsung and Sony.

The main advantage of Ulefone Power 2 is its impressive capacity battery. Just think about these numbers: the smartphone allows you to talk continuously for 2 days, and in standby mode it will last 2 whole months!

Advantages

disadvantages

•   Massiveness - the gadget weighs more than 200 grams.

6. Nubia Z11 Mini S

• CPU:Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 MSM8953 Octa-core 2 GHz
• Memory (operational / user):4 GB / 64 GB
• Display:
• Cameras (main / front):23 megapixels / 13 megapixels
• Battery:3,000 mAh

Price: from 17 000 rubles The Nubia Z11 Mini S is too good for the middle price segment - but due to some misunderstanding belongs to it. The main advantage of the gadget is the camera; the user of Nubia will definitely not have to remember where his "soap box" lies. At the back is a Sony IMX318 sensor with hybrid autofocus and three-axis stabilization - the peephole, by the way, is protected by sapphire crystal. The selfie camera has a resolution of 13 megapixels and includes 5 lenses.

3. Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X

• CPU:
• Memory (operational / user):3 GB / 32 GB
• Display:diagonal of 5 inches, resolution FullHD
• Cameras (main / front):13 megapixels / 5 megapixels
• Battery:4 100 mAh

Price: from 8 790 rubles

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X is a wide step forward compared to the previous model of the line, Redmi Note 4. The 2017 gadget became more productive, received a capacious battery, a new IMX258 camera module and turned out to be a smartphone with almost no weak points, especially for its very modest price. Note 4X is perfectly assembled, looks great and, judging by user reviews on Yandex.Market, works flawlessly - if the “Chinese Apple” continues to please us with such devices, it will soon replace the real Apple on the pedestal.

Advantages

•   Thin case (8 mm) made of metal.
•   Bright and contrast 2.5D screen.
•   Long battery life (up to 2 days).
•   The presence of a fingerprint sensor.

disadvantages

2. Samsung Galaxy J5 (2017)

• CPU:8-core Exynos 7 Octa 7870, 1.6 GHz.
• Memory (operational / user):2 GB / 16 GB
• Display:diagonal of 2 inches, resolution HD
• Cameras (main / front):13 megapixels / 13 megapixels
• Battery:3,000 mAh

Price: from 13 570 rublesSamsung can not be called a "cheap" manufacturer - even within the framework of the budget lines of the Korean company, smartphones cost from 10 thousand rubles. However, in 2017, Samsung was pleasantly surprised by the updated J5, which justifies its price by 100%.

In just a year, the J5 has evolved from an ugly plastic duckling into a beautiful aluminum swan. The 2017 model boasts a premium metal design and a SuperAMOLED screen made using 2.5D technology. In addition, the device received a fingerprint sensor, thanks to which the user can pay for purchases using Samsung Pay, and a selfie camera of killer quality.

Advantages

•   Front camera with high resolution and a lot of tools for processing selfies.
• Powerful proprietary processor.
•   Support Samsung Pay.
•   Adaptive display that can automatically adapt to external conditions.

disadvantages

•   The battery is less capacious than the 2016 model.
•   Low screen resolution.

1. ASUS Zenfone 3 ZE520KL

• CPU:Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 MSM8953 octa-core, 2 GHz.
• Memory (operational / user):3 GB / 32 GB
• Display:diagonal of 2 inches, resolution FullHD
• Cameras (main / front):16 megapixels / 8 megapixels
• Battery:2 650 mAh

Price: from 14,200 rublesWhen ASUS calls the Zenfone 3 ZE520KL “a masterpiece of modern engineering” on its official website, it does not exaggerate - it is difficult to find a smartphone that would look just as beautiful and original. The back panel of the device is decorated with a pattern of concentric circles - an indispensable element of the famous ASUS Zen-design, which was awarded a separate award at Computex 2016. The Zenfone 3 ZE520KL case made of durable Gorilla Glass has a minimum thickness of only 7.69 mm.

However, the device from ASUS receives the title of the best smartphone in terms of “price / quality” not only for what it looks like - it is also a jack of all trades. Photographers will appreciate the 16-megapixel camera with triple autofocus, which supports both optical and electronic stabilization. Game lovers will be delighted when they test Qualcomm's 64-bit processor, made using 14 nm technology. Melomanov will be impressed by the sound processed by SonicMaster audio technology.

HTC and in our ranking are not represented - and this is easy to explain. The devices of well-known companies are overrated.  Nobody casts doubt on their quality, but you can also find cheaper smartphones with similar characteristics, assembled just as scrupulously - just pay attention to the products of Chinese manufacturers of the "middle hand", like Doogee or Blackview.

Unfortunately, overpaying for a brand is the norm for the current mobile market. However, there is hope that the “Chinese invasion” will change the situation and buyers will understand: giving money for big names is stupid.

Choosing the best phone of 2017 is very difficult, because there are a large number of characteristics, and each manufacturer tries to focus on the strengths of its model.

But it is best to choose according to all the characteristics in the complex.

Let's say right away, the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge has been recognized as the best model to date. Why? Find out more.

Parameter number 1. Phone performance

In this case, the most objective characteristic of power is the rating in the AnTuTu Benchmark program.

At the beginning of March 2017, a study was conducted, within the framework of which a rating of the most powerful processors was compiled. The first place was taken by Qualcomm Snapdragon 820.

In AnTuTu Benchmark, any phone model with such a processor will gain at least 130,000 marks. Therefore, you need to watch phones with Qualcomm Snapdragon 820.

So, the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge with Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor in AnTuTu Benchmark has 141,000 marks.

LG G5 competes with it, which is gaining 143,000 marks. RAM for both phones is 4 GB, and the processor has 2.2 GHz and 8 cores.

Yes, there is also Xiaomi Mi5 Plus with 142,000 marks in AnTuTu Benchmark, but then we will see that due to other characteristics Samsung is still better.

In addition, there are simply no such programs and games for which 131,000 marks would not be enough.

Moreover, the heaviest games to date, such as Nova 3, work quietly on phones with 41,000 marks.

Therefore, the truth is that there is absolutely no sense in such a processor power.

But a powerful device is still worth buying, so that in the future it will be ready for the biggest loads.

Parameter number 2. Battery

To service such a powerful processor, you need a good battery. The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge its capacity is 3600 mAh, which is good news.

Standby time is 119 hours.

In music player mode, it will work for 76 hours. Its only drawback is that the battery is non-removable.

In the aforementioned LG G5 only 2800 mAh, which provides 96 hours of standby time and 61 hours in player mode.

Xiaomi Mi5 Plus 3500 mAh - 116 hours standby time.

Again, there are models with large batteries, but all other characteristics, including processor power and RAM, they have much less.

In general, Samsung clearly wins in the processor / battery ratio.

Parameter number 3. Screen

Here, the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge already looks like a clear leader. Its resolution is 1440x2560 pixels, like the LG G5 and Xiaomi Mi5 Plus.

However, almost all modern powerful devices have such a resolution.

But Samsung has a proprietary Super AMOLED screen, and the other two have IPS. And this means that the saturation, brightness and, in the end, the viewing angles are many times better.

We will not depart from the comparison of the same three phones. This is how the user will look from the side on the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge.

That's how he looks at the LG G5.

Xiaomi Mi5 Plus in this comparison looks like an absolute outsider.

In general, even if the model with the Super AMOLED screen had a lower resolution, the picture would still be much sharper and more saturated than with phones with IPS screens and a higher resolution.

In addition, the Samsung has its own proprietary technology that makes even Super AMOLED screens better. We can safely say that by this criterion the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge wins, and it is twice as good as its closest competitors.

Parameter No. 4. Camera

Hint:  The most objective criterion for evaluating the camera is the size of the aperture - the smaller the designation "f/ ... ", the larger the aperture, and therefore, the better.

In the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge, the aperture is 1.7, the LG G5 is 1.8, and the Xiaomi Mi5 Plus generally loses in this comparison with the aperture of 2.0.

Yes, LG has more megapixels - 16 megapixels while Samsung has only 12 megapixels.

Xiaomi has 13 of them. But the front camera for the representative of the progressive Chinese brand is only 4 megapixels, the eternal classic LG has 8 megapixels, and for Samsung everything is standard - 5 megapixels.

But all Xiaomi phones shoot very poorly in poor lighting - almost nothing can be disassembled.

Therefore, the Mi5 Plus camera is not even a rival to the other two models.

The photo below shows that the picture taken on Samsung looks brighter, better than the photo with LG.

Also, phones from Sony are famous for good cameras. But recently, experts from the world famous DxOMark resource recognized the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge as the best camera on the market.

Below you can see another confirmation of this fact - the details of this phone at the highest level.

In general, the camera at the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge is the best in the world today, so this phone is clearly in the lead in the race for the title of "best phone brand."

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In one of the articles, we examined a smartphone that keeps charging the longest.

Take a look at your smartphone. At first glance, it seems simple and unpretentious: a screen, a case and a few buttons. It would seem that choosing a new mobile phone for yourself - what could be easier? It turns out that a smartphone is an extremely complex device with a dozen parameters that you have to consider in search of your model.

The first question the buyer asks himself: why do I need a smartphone at all? To work with documents? For games? For traveling on social networks? Which case to choose: plastic or metal? What diagonal should the screen be? What is IPS and how is it different from AMOLED? What processor is enough for everyday tasks? And there’s battery capacity ... And of course, one of the important characteristics of smartphones is the price of the issue. As a result, the buyer spends several days comparing many models, trying to find the perfect combination of parameters for himself.

In our article, we consider the main parameters of smartphones, which should be paid attention to when buying, so as not to be disappointed in the final result.

What is a smartphone for?

With the answer to this question, a long search begins on sites and forums with reviews, tips and reviews of buyers and experts. The main functions of the smartphone are:

• Calls and SMS.
• Surfing the Web
• Work with email and documents
• Ebook reading
• Shooting photos and videos
• Watching films
• Listening to music
• Navigator
• Gaming applications
• Scheduler: calendar, notepad, organizer

You can simply note important functions for yourself and focus on them when buying a smartphone.

Modern smartphones, with all their universality, have a number of negative features that you must keep in mind:

• The smartphone is extremely battery dependent. At one point in time, the user performs several tasks at once, increasing the load on the battery.
• Most downloaded applications require access to all the information that is contained in the smartphone.
• Smartphone, fragile device. In extreme temperature extremes, the battery runs out. When you take out your mobile phone from your pocket, you have to watch so as not to drop it. And repairing a broken smartphone at a cost is approaching the price tag of a new mobile phone.
• Modern technology is addictive. Often you can watch the picture when friends get together in a cafe, but instead of talking, they sit, burying themselves in smartphones.

Price categories

All smartphones that are on the market can be divided into 3 large groups at a cost:

• Cheap, budget smartphones from 3 to 10 thousand rubles.
• Smartphones of the middle price category up to 22-25 thousand rubles.
• Dear models from 25 thousand rubles.

Inexpensive smartphones in terms of build quality and a combination of technical specifications are practically not inferior to more expensive brothers. It is hardly worth expecting in the model for 10 thousand rubles of technical bells and whistles, such as a fingerprint scanner or a dual camera lens. On the other hand, you won’t get the usual “dialer” for hard-earned 7-9 thousand. A bright and contrasting screen, a smart processor with a frequency of at least 1 GHz, and even a 3-4 thousand mAh battery can be placed on a budget smartphone.

Pay attention to the LTE smartphone. This is the case when, giving a little money, from 4.5 to 5 thousand rubles, you can get a high-quality “workhorse” for everyday tasks with a competent combination of basic parameters. The smartphone comes with a 4.5-inch TN-display with a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels, a 4-core processor at 1.1 GHz, a 5-megapixel camera and - attention! - LTE 4G high speed communication module. The smartphone will become a reliable tool for both the builder and the accountant.

Cheap but fun models like the Vertex Impress Wave and Archos 40 Helium 4G. Both smartphones have similar parameters: 4-inch screen, support for two SIM cards, 5-megapixel camera, 1500 mAh battery, LTE module. They differ only in price. Vertex model can be found for 5 thousand rubles, and Archos will cost even cheaper - 3.5 thousand rubles.

The manufacturers of smartphones of medium and high price categories allow themselves to fill the models with more technically advanced filling. For example, put a 20-megapixel camera, a powerful 5,000 mAh battery, an 8-core processor, and the case itself is made of aluminum with genuine leather inserts. Expensive smartphones are also becoming an accessory that demonstrate owner status.

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Operating Systems

Mobile phone models are available under three operating systems: Android, iOS and Windows Phone. Google’s operating system is still leading in audience reach. According to the portal android-magazine.ru, sales statistics at the end of 2016 look like this:

Android OS works not only smartphones, but also tablets, cars and watches. Android is an open source system, a huge number of free and paid applications are written for it. The Google OS is installed on smartphones of all price categories, is updated annually, and does not require much time for development, configuration and customization. A tangible minus is the vulnerability of the system. Smartphones on Android are constantly hacked with the help of hacker viruses, steal user information and even funds from bank accounts. True, antivirus developers are also on the alert.

The advantage of iOS is that the smartphone manufacturer is directly responsible for the OS. The "apple" operating system is reliable, unique applications are written for it, only using Apple's technical benefits will have to pay a lot of money.

Windows Phone while in the tail. Experts predict that the Microsoft operating system in 3-4 years may, in general, leave the mobile technology market. Users do not like that there are too few convenient applications for this OS, and analogues of popular programs for Android and iOS can not be compared with the originals. Windows Phone is recognized as the safest OS, it has an interesting and convenient interface, as well as close interaction between a smartphone and a computer under one OS.

Body material

When choosing a smartphone, an important characteristic is the material from which it is made. Now the bulk of the gadgets are made of plastic or metal. True, there are exotic models made of tempered glass, but they are unlikely to gain much popularity.

Plastic is a cheap and popular material that is used both in budget models and in top flagships.

• Availability.
• Ease of processing.
• Durability.
• Does not affect the quality of reception.

• Easy to damage.
• It gets dirty quickly.
• It conducts heat poorly.

Metal is used in more expensive smartphones.

• Pleasant appearance and sensations in the hand.
• It removes heat from the battery and processor.
• Wear resistance.

• Adds weight to the smartphone.
• May not miss radio waves.
• By removing heat from the inner filling, the metal case itself is very hot.
• All cracks and scratches are visible on the surface.

CPU

Smartphones are equipped with 4 or 8-core processors, while the dual-core time has practically passed - they are clearly not enough to complete the tasks that a user poses in front of a smartphone. Given the optimization of the latest versions of Android and the chipset, choosing a smartphone, we can consider models with a processor frequency of 1 GHz or higher. Consider the 2016 model. In this case, the high performance of the smartphone on a 4-core processor with a frequency of 1 GHz is combined with the possibility of high-speed work on the Web thanks to the LTE 4G module. Add to this a powerful 2400 mAh processor, which will provide the smartphone with 9 hours of active operation and 200 hours of standby time.

If the processor power is unimportant, and you don’t want to overpay, you can consider the Micromax Q409 and Huawei Y3 II LTE models.

Micromax Q409 on the sixth version of Android runs on a 4-core 1-GHz processor. Available 5-megapixel camera, 2200 mAh battery, 5-inch screen and LTE 4G module. The model is praised by taxi drivers who use a cheap and efficient smartphone as a navigator.

Huawei Y3 II LTE is equipped with a 4.5-inch screen with a 4-core processor at 1 GHz, a 5 megapixel camera and a 2100 mAh lithium-polymer battery.

RAM

Such a characteristic for mobile phones, of course, is important, but they just give it too much importance. To run several applications, view photos and videos, surf the Web and others, the operation of 1 gigabyte of “RAM” is enough for the eyes. Especially if you take a “clean” Android for little money. 2 and 3 gigabytes of RAM offer more expensive models, from 13-15 thousand rubles and above. Such smartphones are suitable for users who simultaneously play “sophisticated” games, simultaneously edit photos and videos and pump a large amount of information through the Internet.

Inner memory

Considering the volume occupied by the latest versions of Android, as well as the fact that applications are installed in the device’s internal memory, the optimal amount of internal memory starts at 8 gigabytes. Modern smartphones can increase the volume of the drive to 16 or 32 gigabytes.

Screen

The display, without a doubt, is one of the main details of the smartphone, the central control panel of the smartphone and the display of the completion of tasks. When buying a smartphone, you should pay attention to three main screen parameters:

• Diagonal.
• Type of matrix.
• Screen resolution.

Choosing a screen diagonal, you need to again consider the tasks that are set in front of the smartphone. If the gadget is bought to view photos, videos and video games with many special effects, it is better to choose a phablet with a diagonal starting from 5.5 inches. Holding such a smartphone in one hand can be difficult. For viewing web pages, checking mail, using service applications, a screen with a diagonal of 5 to 5.5 inches will be sufficient. If the smartphone is bought for a minimum amount of tasks, a 4-inch screen will be enough.

An important parameter is the type of screen matrix. Smartphones use TN, IPS and AMOLED technologies. The first two are LCD screens, and the third type is LED technology. Liquid crystals are cheaper, although they need an additional light source to power them. AMOLED is a more expensive technology, but it does not strain the battery so much. Vivid, contrasting and realistic colors can be achieved on IPS screens. The picture on such displays remains clear, even if you look at the screen at a strong angle. AMOLED is inferior in brightness to the liquid crystal display, but it is not so much exposed to the sun.

Choosing a screen resolution, you should consider several points. The optimal screen resolution is HD, that is, 720 by 1280. Displays with this resolution are placed on high-quality budget models. With HD resolution, the picture on the screen will be clear and will not break up into pixels. You can consider FullHD, or 1920x1080 pixels. Such screens heavily load the battery, and the price of a smartphone increases significantly.

As the best option for three screen parameters, you can pay close attention to the smartphone. The 5.5-inch HD screen on the IPS matrix delivers crisp, vibrant and clear colors with a high level of detail. On such a screen, it’s convenient to work with documents, surf the Web, and watch videos. Other options are also commendable.

The LTE 4G module will provide high-speed processing of a large data array, the quad-core Mediatek MT6737 processor with a clock frequency of 1.25 GHz and 1 GB of RAM supports most of the games that are undemanding for hardware, the 8-megapixel camera makes excellent pictures, and the capacious 2800 mAh battery is responsible for so that the user enjoys the above functions as long as possible. This quality filling can be obtained in just 7 thousand rubles.

As a comparison, you can bring smartphones with a large screen LG K8 K350E and Alcatel POP 4 Plus 5056D. The Korean LG smartphone is equipped with a 5-inch IPS screen with HD resolution, a fast 4-core with a frequency of 1.3 GHz and a capacious 2125 mAh battery. The average cost of a smartphone is 9900 rubles. Alcatel’s device will be a little cheaper. For 8 390 rubles, the user will receive a 5.5-inch HD IPS display with a 4-core processor with a clock frequency of 1.1 GHz and a 2500 mAh battery.

Cameras

When studying the characteristics of smartphone cameras, users focus on the number of megapixels. Manufacturers of mobile phones bring their number to 20-23. You cannot find such cameras in budget smartphones. That's just to determine the quality of the camera only by megapixels - a strong misconception. The quality of the final image is also affected by the type of camera sensor, photosensitivity, and the width of the aperture through which light enters the matrix. The BSI sensor is different in that it receives more light, so that the picture comes out less noisy and of high quality.

Important characteristics of the cameras are autofocus, and digital or optical stabilization.

Even the 8-megapixel camera, which is installed on most low-cost smartphones, is capable of producing excellent pictures with minimal flaws.

Do not bypass the front camera. If the user takes a smartphone for selfies, it is better to pay attention to the 5-megapixel front-ends. If the smartphone is often used for video calling via Skype, a 1-2 megapixel camera will suffice.

Battery

Smartphone manufacturers are trying to optimize battery capacity, taking into account other characteristics. In a smartphone with a diagonal of 5.5 inches and high resolution, it makes no sense to put a weak battery with a capacity of up to 2000 mAh. The screen is the main energy-consuming component of a smartphone.

For calls, a one-time check of mail and some applications, a small capacity in the region of 1700-190 mAh is enough. And if a smartphone is a personal assistant in operational work, as well as a center for multimedia entertainment, compromises are not allowed - you need the most powerful battery. It is worth considering that the battery capacity can seriously affect the weight of the smartphone and the cost.

You should pay attention to the model. Its price ranges from 5,200 to 6,100 rubles, comfortable weight - 177 grams. The smartphone belongs to the Xlife category. This is a distinctive sign that identifies a device specially designed for continuous operation without additional recharging. The capacity of the Nimbus 12 lithium-ion battery is an impressive 4000 mAh. This power is designed for a very long display of gorgeous pictures on a large 5-inch display on the IPS-matrix with excellent color reproduction and HD resolution.

Long surfing the Web and simultaneous work with several applications also do not cause problems thanks to the 4-core processor with a frequency of 1.3 GHz. In active mode, the device will work up to 15 hours. And in quiet mode, the battery will last for 350 hours!

Of these long-playing smartphones, Highscreen Power Rage and DOOGEE X5 Max Pro. With similar characteristics, the difference will only be in price. The cost of DOOGEE starts at 6,900 rubles, but the Russian smartphone will come out more expensive - for 9,900 rubles.

Degree of protection

Smartphones are vulnerable devices. It is difficult to protect the device from dust and moisture. So, according to statistics, in 2016, users drowned 4 million smartphones in public toilets.

To protect the handsets, manufacturers equip them with mechanisms and components that increase the durability and endurance of gadgets. The degree of protection, in this case, is marked with the abbreviation IP (Ingress Protection, penetration protection) and a numerical value, where the first digit is protection against dust, and the second from moisture. There are 4 markers in total:

• The housing is not completely sealed against ingress of fine dust.
• Particulate matter will not get inside and will not interfere with the operation of the technical filling.
• The smartphone is not afraid of rain and spray.
• The smartphone is not designed to be immersed in water.

• The housing allows fine dust to pass through.
• Significantly increased protection against water.
• Short-term immersion in water to a depth of 1 meter is allowed.

• Maximum protection against dust.
• Medium moisture protection.

• The maximum level of protection against dust.
• Absolute moisture protection.
• The smartphone can be immersed to a depth of 1 meter for 30 minutes or more.

Choosing a smartphone is a meaningful process of comparing a dozen characteristics. You should not rush and rush with the wallet to the first model you like, since subsequent use can be very disappointing. Before buying, it will be useful to read or see smartphone reviews, as well as study the conclusions of technical experts.

If you are interested, then you can read the article about.

The computer has long become a reliable companion of man. With it, a simple person can access a huge database of information and media files, simplify the work, and professionals, scientists - quickly and accurately carry out calculations, modeling. Ten years ago, compact computers came into the masses - smartphones. By the end of 2017, they appeared in almost every pocket. And it so happened that the average lifespan of a modern phone is a year and a half, after which the once-ideal device is sent to a distant box.

But many people do not intend to change devices so often. In addition, the performance of smartphones is quite enough for a couple of years. The only problem remains the quality of the devices - many models after a few months of use begin to "crumble": the screen turns yellow, the battery capacity is lost, the case is scratched. But there were real centenarians who will please the user for several years.

In this review you will find, in our opinion, some of the best phones in terms of quality and reliability. For us, such indicators of a mobile phone (smartphone) are important as:

1. Affordable price. The phone should not be too expensive, because the high price is far from always an indicator of quality. And the fact that the device should be affordable is extremely important.
2. The lack of a large number of negative reviews on reliability, warranty claims, poor assembly.
3. Specifications. The rating includes phones that can compete in their technical characteristics with other models in the same price segment.

The best quality inexpensive phones: budget up to 10 000 rubles.

3 LG K8 K350E

Android 6.1 operating system
A country: South Korea (manufactured in China)
Average price: 9 290 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.6

The top three smartphones worth up to 10,000 rubles closes the LG K8 K350E. The popular model of the Korean brand of the K series is in great demand among buyers - it was loved for its capacious battery, stylish design and excellent performance. The 4-core MediaTek MT6735 chipset with a clock frequency of 1300 MHz is responsible for the operation of the device. Multitasking is provided by an impressive amount of RAM for a smartphone in this price category - 1 GB. The capacious 2125 mAh battery allows the smartphone to work for a long time with heavy use.

As an operating system, the device has Android 6.1 installed with a convenient and functional shell from LG. Unlike the previous version of the OS, this one has the ability to transfer applications to a memory card (optionally up to 32 GB) and unload the main memory of the smartphone. The gadget is characterized by high-quality and stable GPS signal reception, which will be appreciated by travel lovers. In numerous positive reviews, users note a pleasant appearance, a large set of functions and a high-quality screen. The disadvantages include poor equipment and poor quality camera.

2 Samsung Galaxy J1

Basic functionality at an affordable price
Country: Korea
Average price: 7 990 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.5

The second place in the rating is given to such a popular manufacturer from Korea. A great choice for those who are willing to spend on the phone from 7000 to 8000 rubles. Samsung is already one hundred percent build quality. A diagonal of 4.5 inches is for those who do not like a huge phone. Beautiful design. Remarkable battery capacity of 2050 mAh. for a not very large display will give more time for use without recharging, according to reviews, the battery holds more than two days.

The Amoled screen is unconditional image quality and energy saving. Very fast internet with 4G LTE support. This is facilitated by the technical filling of the device: a shared memory of 8 and 1 GB - an operational, four-core processor with a modern version of Android 5.1 makes the smartphone trouble-free. A high-quality camera of 5 megapixels, a frontal 2 megapixel camera and the possibility of video recording give a full-fledged opportunity to communicate in social networks and in life. It is difficult to find something more worthy for this budget price. According to consumer reviews - one of the best models for 2016.

User reviews

Pros: Reasonable price. Screen. Build quality and specifications. Nimble and reliable. The presence of GLONASS in combination with GPS gives an accurate geolocation. Camera with video function. The processor of 4 cores. Great sound when talking and as speakers. Design.

Cons: The camera shoots with dignity only in good light. Poor equipment: no USB cable. No oleophobic coating

1 Xiaomi Redmi 4X 32GB

Top specs
Country: China
Average price: 9 490 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.8

The leader in the ranking of the highest quality budget smartphones is the model of the well-known Xiaomi company. Model Redmi 4X has become a real bestseller. A huge number of positive reviews and tips on buying this particular device speak for themselves - the device is worthwhile. First of all, reliability is provided by a strong metal case. The assembly is of high quality, tests for twisting and bending withstand without problems, it resists scratches and bumps well. Also of great importance is the widespread support of the fan community - even if there is some kind of malfunction, you can almost certainly find a solution on the profile forum.

Also, do not forget about a good filling. A modern entry-level processor has been installed from the industry leader - Qualcomm - more applications have been optimized for it, which means there will be fewer crashes. Yes, and performance undemanding users will last for two years without any compromises.

The highest quality phones: budget up to 20 000 rubles.

3 Xiaomi Mi Max 2 64GB

The highest quality phablet
Country: China
Average price: 15 790 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.7

Opens the category smartphone already known to you by the Chinese company Xiaomi. To rise above the third place of the model was not allowed not by low quality, but by specificity - a screen diagonal of 6.44 inches, which not everyone will like. But connoisseurs will be satisfied, because in this model all the company features that provide high reliability are fully present: a metal case, functional firmware, a large number of fans who will help those in need.

Among other interesting features of attention is the previously mentioned giant screen with FullHD resolution. The quality is simply excellent: the colors are juicy, the viewing angles are maximum, and the brightness is enough even for use on a sunny day on the street. Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 is responsible for the performance - this is a mid-level chip, which is enough even for demanding games, not to mention everyday tasks. Also pleased with a large set of wireless modules, including LTE-A, Wi-Fi 802.11ac and the traditional infrared for Xiaomi. Separately, we note a very capacious battery - 5300 mAh - and the presence of fast charging. Judging by user reviews, the reliability of the device is just excellent - the average score on Yandex.Market 5.0!

2 ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC520TL

Best price
Country: China
Average price: 12 280 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.7

Stylish and practical smartphone ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC520TL 16Gb is located in second place among devices whose price is below 20 000 rubles. The device is preinstalled with Android 6.0 OS great for everyday use. The device is adapted for convenient surfing the Internet, playing multimedia files and games. Thanks to the special shape of the case, the device is convenient to hold in your hands, and with a weight of only 148 grams it will not cause discomfort when worn. Among all the representatives of the TOP-3, the gadget is sold cheaper than others, but its characteristics are in no way inferior to competitors.

A capacitive multi-touch screen with a resolution of 1280x720 gives a good picture, but with viewing angles it is not so good. The rear camera module with a resolution of 13 megapixels makes high-quality images even in rooms with a lack of light. A special “chip” of the smartphone is a fingerprint sensor located on the back side. The advantages of a smartphone in reviews include a capacious battery, a high-quality screen and a pleasant appearance. The main disadvantages are a poor front camera and a combined slot (either a memory card or SIM) for a SIM card.

1 Samsung Galaxy J5

The best screen (AMOLED matrix)
A country: South Korea (manufactured in Vietnam)
Average price: 14 990 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.9

The Korean smartphone Samsung Galaxy J5 is the best choice on a budget of up to 20,000 rubles. This is not just a stylish, but also a very high-quality device - according to customer reviews, the gadget works without complaints for several years. The main advantage of the smartphone is the proprietary AMOLED matrix, which with HD resolution of 1280x720 pixels exceeds screens with a large number of pixels. True, the Samsung Galaxy J5 camera can not boast of good quality images - they can be obtained only with a sufficient amount of light.

The device, with a screen resolution of 5.2 ”, has small dimensions - the thickness is only 8.1 mm, and the weight is 159 grams. Such dimensions of the smartphone are convenient if it should always be at hand. For the smart work of the gadget, a 4-core chipset with an operating frequency of 1200 MHz is responsible, and RAM, which is 2 GB in size, allows you to run several resource-intensive applications at the same time. The capacious 3100 mAh battery holds the charge well and allows the smartphone to work for two days without recharging.

The highest quality phones: budget up to 50 000 rubles.

3 Huawei P9 32Gb Dual sim

Best price
Country: China
Average price: 28 900 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.7

The smartphone, which relatively recently appeared on the market, Huawei P9 32Gb Dual sim takes the third place in the ranking of the best devices worth up to 50 000 rubles. The Chinese manufacturer once again pleased its fans with an inexpensive, but at the same time productive and functional gadget. The smartphone is based on the latest HiSilicon Kirin 955 chipset with 8 cores, which can cope with any load without any problems.

The device boasts high-quality camera modules - a rear at 12 megapixels and a front at 8 megapixels, which will pleasantly surprise selfie lovers. Huawei P9 has 32 GB of internal memory, in addition to which a microSD card with a capacity of up to 128 GB can be installed. The device supports 4G LTE networks, which makes it pleasant to use for surfing the Internet. In general, this is a quality gadget with good functionality at an affordable price.

2 Samsung Galaxy S7 32Gb

AMOLED display with 4K resolution
A country: South Korea (manufactured in Vietnam)
Average price: 41 000 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.7

The flagship of the Korean company Samsung Galaxy S7 32Gb is perfect for those who value functionality and performance. A high-quality main camera module with a resolution of 12 megapixels is installed in the device, and thanks to optical stabilization and laser autofocus, good pictures are obtained even in motion. One of the main advantages of the gadget is a high-quality AMOLED screen with 4K resolution of 3840x2160. It has not only good brightness and contrast, but also decent viewing angles.

Samsung Galaxy S7 32Gb is built on the basis of an 8-core processor, which ensures fast operation of the gadget and the absence of freezes. In addition, thanks to 8 GB of RAM, if desired, the smartphone can be used for work - it will pull any office applications without any problems. In numerous reviews, buyers highlight a pleasant appearance, fast charging and water protection as positive aspects. The cons include overpriced and expensive accessories.

1 Apple iPhone SE 16Gb

Better Performance and High Reliability
A country: USA (made in China)
Average price: 30 900 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.8

Apple iPhone SE 16Gb - one of the flagship smartphones of the American corporation, ranks first in the ranking of the best devices worth up to 50 000 rubles. The device is made on the basis of the popular Apple iPhone 5S model, from which the case was borrowed, but the filling inside is more modern. The branded iOS OS is both the advantage and disadvantage of a smartphone. She is loved for its high speed, lack of “brakes” and simplicity. But the inability to download music, applications and other files from a computer spoils the whole picture.

The classic case is made of aviation aluminum, due to which the gadget has not only low weight (only 113 grams), but also high strength. A quick fingerprint scanner is built into the mechanical key on the front panel. The display is small - only 4 ”, but thanks to the proprietary IPS matrix and high ppi, it will give odds to its competitors with large screens in terms of image transmission quality. Reliability and excellent reliability make the Apple iPhone SE 16Gb the best device for every day.

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Top quality premium smartphones

Which phone will stay relevant for the most amount of time? Of course, top-end devices. Their filling allows you not to think about slowing down for at least 2 years, and a comfortable speed will be provided even longer. In this category, we tried to select for you the highest quality premium smartphones, so that the reason for his change was the user's own desire, and not technical problems.

3 Samsung Galaxy S8

The most proven premium smartphone
Country: South Korea
Average price: 44 720 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.8

Finally, the leader in the ranking of quality premium smartphones is the Galaxy S8. The model was introduced in early 2017. Almost a year of being on the counter, all possible shortcomings were revealed, the firmware was updated several times, and now we have a very high-quality phone with a minimum reject rate and high reliability. And yes, you can be calm - Samsung batteries no longer explode!

By filling, we have a typical flagship of 2017. Inside installed Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 paired with 4 GB of RAM - the figures are not record-breaking, but for the vast majority of users this bundle will last for several years of trouble-free operation. In addition to the filling, attention is attracted by a chic frameless 5.8-inch display. The diagonal is large, but due to the minimal horizontal and completely absent vertical frames (the display goes to the side faces), the dimensions of the device remained relatively compact. It is also worth praising the Galaxy S8 for one of the best cameras on the market, the availability of dust and moisture protection and fast wireless charging. The only complaint about the phone is the not very well-located fingerprint scanner, which is why many users turn it off.

2 LG V30 +

The best cameras and sound. Shockproof housing
Country: South Korea
Average price: 51 990 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.8

The second line of the ranking is occupied by the brand new LG V30 +. The model was introduced recently, but it has already become clear - everything is in order with reliability. Firstly, shock resistance and dust and water protection are declared according to the IP68 standard. The first tests confirm this. The V30 + really withstands impact on the asphalt without serious consequences. Secondly, since the launch (in 3 months), there have not been a single complaint on the web about manufacturing defects, as happened, for example, with the new iPhone X. This directly indicates the high reliability and quality of the smartphone.

In addition to reliability, we will be interested in performance in the flagship. It is provided by the top Snapdragon 835. About its power, communication modules, etc. We will not talk - everything is at the highest level. Attention is also paid to the amazing 6-inch bezelless screen with an aspect ratio of 18: 9, which received the title of one of the best in 2017; the highest-quality dual-module camera with a record f / 1.6 aperture and a dedicated DAC that enhances sound quality to unrealistic heights, which can be estimated using the bundled headphones of the world-famous Bang & Olufsen.

1 Apple iPhone 8 Plus 256GB

Largest internal storage capacity (256GB)
A country: USA (made in China)
Average price: 65,450 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.7

The rating opened by the iPhone 8 presented in the fall of 2017. The novelty received a large number of innovations, among which the most noticeable was the change in the material of the case - now this glass. But do not think that the smartphone has become more fragile. On the contrary, judging by the many "crash tests", the resistance to falls and scratches has increased significantly. When falling from a height of human growth, a smartphone can get off with just a couple of scratches on a metal frame. This solution also allowed the installation of a wireless charging module.

The filling has also changed. Inside, the brand-new Apple A11 Bionic is installed, the performance of which is not even worth it - enough for years to come. Communication modules are the latest - Bluetooth 5.0, which supports connection with several devices at once, LTE-A and other delights of the modern world. The dust and water protection, which first appeared in the iPhone 7, remained in place - you can not worry even while swimming with a smartphone. Otherwise, we have before us the familiar “seven”, all the problems of which have long been studied and corrected.