In 2016, the trend of increasing smartphone screens reached its peak. If five years ago a 4.5-inch screen seemed quite large to many, today models with such a display resolution are classified as compact devices, and smartphones with a screen diagonal of 5 to 5.5 inches are the most popular on the market. At the same time, even a 6-inch display will surprise no one. But for many people, the key factor when choosing is the minimum size of the device. Objectively, the smallest screen size at which you can comfortably use all the advantages of a smartphone is 4 inches. One of the most interesting 4-inch smartphones on the market is undoubtedly Apple's iPhone SE and iPhone 5S. But these phones are quite expensive, besides, Apple's IOS operating system will not suit everyone, but Android is a much more universal OS. It is on it that we will consider today the 5 most interesting offers with a price of no more than $ 100, compare their characteristics and choose the best model.

Optimal requirements for comfortable smartphone operation

For the smartphones we select, we set several conditions: in addition to a purely 4-inch screen, the device must have at least 1 GB of RAM and at least 8 GB of built-in memory - a necessary minimum for the comfortable operation of a smartphone. Another criterion is the main camera, it must have at least a 5 megapixel module and a flash.
There were not so many models on the market for all our requirements, even if we raise the price bar to $ 150, then the choice is still great. But we still stick to the $ 100 maximum.

Archos 40 Helium

• Display Resolution: 800 × 480 pixels, 233 ppi
• RAM size / built-in: 1 GB / 8 GB
• CPU: 4-core Spreadtrum SC9830, 1.5 GHz
• 5.0 MP / 2 MP
• Dimensions (HxWxT) / weight: 125.5 × 65.5 × 11.6 mm / 110 grams
• 1500 mAh

The Archos 40 Helium smartphone supports two SIM cards. The operating system of the device is Android 5.1. The display of the device has quite good viewing angles, but it clearly lacks a margin of brightness. The sound of the speakers is very decent quality, but its volume is not above average. The cameras are quite tolerable for such a device, but we note that the autofocus declared by the manufacturer was not found on the main camera. The advantages of the smartphone also include support for 4G networks and good performance. The main test AnTuTu estimated the device at 26631 points.

Video review of the smartphone Archos 40 Helium from MobilMarket.ru
This is the cheapest smartphone in our collection, the average price of the Archos 40 Helium today is about $ 58.

Lenovo A1000

• Display Resolution: 800 × 480 pixels, 233 ppi
• RAM size / built-in: 1 GB / 8 GB
• CPU: 4-core Spreadtrum SC7731, 1.3 GHz
• Main camera / front: 5.0 MP / 0.3 MP
• Dimensions (HxWxT) / weight: 124.5x64x10.6 mm / 132 grams
• Battery capacity: 2000 mAh

Lenovo A1000 is a fairly popular smartphone in the CIS markets. The device is dual-SIM, runs on Android 5.0. The smartphone screen is perhaps its weakest link: the picture is frankly weak, the stock of brightness is small, and the inversion of colors occurs even at the minimum viewing angles. Cameras also cannot boast of quality: nothing was expected from the front 0.3-megapixel camera, and the main camera could produce at least average photo quality, but no. The pictures are extremely weak, moreover, they give off a very blue tint. Only with very good lighting can you achieve a more or less normal photo. The rest of the phone is not bad and well balanced, it performs the functions of "dialers" and Internet surfing with a bang. The big plus of the device is a rather capacious 2000 mAh battery. AnTuTu test results - 20866 points.

Video review of the smartphone Lenovo A1000 from MaximumMobile
The average price of Lenovo A1000 today is about $ 65.

Highscreen Pure F

• Display Resolution: 800 × 480 pixels, 233 ppi
• RAM size / built-in: 1 GB / 8 GB
• CPU: 4-core MediaTek MT6582M, 1.3 GHz
• Main camera / front: 5.0 MP / 0.3 MP
• Dimensions (HxWxT) / weight: 123.6 x 63.9 x 9.6 mm / 122 grams
• Battery capacity: 1500 mAh

The creators clearly did not bother with the design of the Highscreen Pure F smartphone, but the build quality of the device is at a very good level. The OS of the device is Android 5.0, there is support for two SIM cards of the Mini-sim standard. The display is surprisingly not bad, the viewing angles are average, the picture quality is one of the best of all the five devices we reviewed. The cameras of the smartphone are average, the main one, like Lenovo's, adds blue to the photos, though not so much. In general, the phone is well balanced and, as for a budget phone, shows itself on a solid 4-ku. In the Antutu test, the smartphone scored 20735 points.

Video review of the Highscreen Pure F smartphone from Vlad Filatov
Highscreen Pure F is the most expensive of the reviewed smartphones, its price almost approaches our "ceiling" and is $ 98.

Micromax Canvas Pace mini Q401

• Display Resolution: 854 × 480 pixels, 245 ppi
• RAM size / built-in: 1 GB / 8 GB
• CPU: 4-core Snapdragon 210 MSM8909, 1.1 GHz
• Main camera / front: 5.0 MP / 0.3 MP
• Dimensions (HxWxT) / weight: 124.5 x 63.9 x 10.2mm / 136 grams
• Battery capacity: 1550 mAh

The Micromax Canvas Pace mini Q401 smartphone boasts good body materials and build quality. The design of the smartphone is also not bad - it does not smell of cheapness. OS - Android 5.1, there is support for two SIM cards. The screen is not bad, with a good margin of brightness. The main speaker is quite loud, but its sound quality is not above average. The picture quality of the main camera leaves much to be desired, but the pictures cannot be called too bad, with very good lighting you can get quite decent photos. Note that the device supports 4G networks. The AnTuTu test rated the smartphone at 18352 points.

Video review of the Micromax Q401 smartphone from mobile-info
The average price of the Micromax Canvas Pace mini Q401 smartphone is $ 75.

Texet iX-mini TM-4182

• Display Resolution: 960 × 540 pixels, 275 ppi
• RAM size / built-in: 1 GB / 8 GB
• CPU: 4-core MediaTek MT6582, 1.3 GHz
• Main camera / front: 8.0MP / 1.3MP
• Dimensions (HxWxT) / weight: 124x59x9 mm / 108 grams
• Battery capacity: 1400 mAh

The Texet iX-mini TM-4182 smartphone is, in fact, a copy of the iPhone 5C (replica), and actually repeats its design. The main difference in appearance is immediately striking - the touch-sensitive central control button instead of the physical one for the iPhone. And it is not just central here, it is the only one on the front panel and performs the functions of all three familiar buttons. An original solution, but not very convenient, it will take a long time to get used to. The build quality and body materials are good. The device is designed for only one SIM card, moreover, in the nano-sim format. Operating system - Android 4.4.2. The IPS screen here is undoubtedly the best of all the devices we reviewed. The picture is good and juicy, the viewing angles are large, and the stock of brightness is enough "headlong". The main camera is also the best of our five, it takes quite good pictures, although there are big doubts about the declared 8 megapixels, rather it is a 5 megapixel module with interpolation up to eight. There are no complaints about the performance of the smartphone, the device is smart and works smoothly. In general, it is a very decent device, but the overall picture is spoiled by one serious drawback - the volume of the external speaker. Its power is sometimes not enough even in a quiet room. AnTuTu Benchmark scores 22190 points.

Video review of the Texet iX-mini TM-4182 smartphone from Mobiltelefon.ru
The price of the Texet iX-mini TM-4182 smartphone varies greatly, on average - about $ 85.

Which smartphone is better?

If you do not want to overpay, and you need a simple but modern "dialer" of not large sizes, feel free to look towards the first two models. At the same time, the Archos 40 Helium smartphone looks like a more interesting proposal - it is a really well-balanced budget "middle peasant". In addition, it is cheaper than the Lenovo A1000, which, in contrast to Arhos, can only provide a battery of significantly larger capacity.
The Highscreen Pure F and Micromax Canvas Pace mini Q401 are very similar smartphones both in quality and performance. The first one "takes" with a noticeably better screen and smaller dimensions, but clearly loses in design. Micromax Q401 has everything in order with the design, besides, it can offer 4G and costs much less, and it is he who we prefer from this two. Well, the status of the best smartphone in our review is absolutely deservedly received by the Texet iX-mini TM-4182.

He wanted to be an iPhone

Texet iX-mini TM-4182 turned out to be a very interesting device even outside the scope of our review. It meets all our criteria and, most importantly, it is the smallest and lightest smartphone of the five.
The design of the iPhone 5C is a huge plus, the device looks nice and modern, in bright colors of the body - youthful, in black - solid. There are no complaints about the screen of the device at all, with the main camera you can already take normal photos, and with the front camera you can take more or less decent selfies. The outdated Android 4.4.2 is undoubtedly a minus to the device, but it works smoothly with it, the phone is quite smart and makes it possible to play many modern toys. One-button control is original, but not very convenient.
Nevertheless, judging by the reviews of the owners of Texet iX-mini, you can get used to it, moreover, for most actions with a smartphone, we still use a touchscreen. The volume of the main speaker is undoubtedly the main disadvantage of the device, but for $ 85 an ideal smartphone cannot be a priori. The device is still very far from the iPhone 5C, but for its money Texet iX-mini TM-4182 is an excellent option, and a sure winner of our comparative review. We invite the owners of smartphones from our five to leave a review on our website. Which 4-inch budget smartphone would you choose?

What smartphones are there with a powerful battery and a diagonal of 4 inches

The vast majority of smartphones on the Russian market take good photos, play music tracks, even replace a game console on the road, and even watch movies. But they all have one weak point - the battery. All mid-range smartphones have very short battery life. If you load the device "to the full", then the battery will last a little more than half a day. By the evening, the smartphone battery will need to be charged. Here the producers are locked in a vice. On the one hand, the device should have advanced functionality and a bright display. On the other hand, you need to keep compact dimensions. Some companies manage to combine both in their models. Today we are looking at smartphones with a 4-inch display and a powerful battery.

Manufacturers solve the problem of insufficient mobility of smartphones in 2 main ways:

• Equip the models with batteries of increased capacity;
• Optimizes battery power consumption.

In addition to battery capacity and display diagonal, pay attention to the type of display matrix. TFT matrix is \u200b\u200ban obsolete type. The power consumption of the battery in this case is much higher than that of modern AMOLED and IPS displays.

Below are several models of smartphones from last year with a diagonal of 4 inches and a powerful battery. In addition to the diagonal and battery capacity, other options for these devices were also noted.

4 '' models with powerful battery

DEXP Ixion ML with a diagonal of 4.5 inches is the most affordable smartphone with a powerful 4000 mAh battery. It can be found on sale for up to 4,990 rubles. In addition to the powerful battery, the smartphone has a high-quality display based on the IPS matrix. This is rare for budget smartphones. TN-TFT can often be found in this price range. The DEXP Ixion ML has a gigabyte of RAM, which is not bad for this category of smartphones.

As already mentioned, DEXP has more smartphones with powerful batteries in its arsenal than other companies. There are a whole series of models with 3000-5200 mAh batteries. In this case, the price lies in the range of 4490-14,990 rubles.

It is worth saying that DEXP smartphones are distributed through the DNS trading network. As a result of the agreement of these companies, there is no trade markup and smartphones are given to consumers cheaper. DEXP Ixion X has a 4-inch display and a powerful 3000 mAh battery for this class. 4-core processor.

The smartphone can work offline for up to 5 days. This is 2-3 times longer than that of competitors. The cost in stores is from 4500 to 5200 rubles.

This DEXP was a rework of the original Highscreen Zera S Power. Moreover, the improved device turned out to be cheaper than the original (7500 rubles). The Zera S Power processor has been replaced with an 8-core processor. Instead of a 5 megapixel camera, an 8 megapixel camera was installed. The design and software were slightly improved. In the presence of a powerful battery with a capacity of 4000 mAh.

As a result, DEXP has got an inexpensive phone with a powerful battery and modern filling. With such characteristics and cost, the device will certainly be in demand on the market. Also, users are in demand, about which you can read the link.

This smartphone with a powerful battery was mentioned above. But the original is more expensive than the DEXP revision (about 8 thousand rubles). The battery has a capacity of 4000 mAh, and the display is 4.5 inches and a resolution of 540 by 960 pixels.

Digital content is constantly becoming more complex and diverse. If once a small screen with a resolution of 64x64 pixels was enough for games, and people could only dream of watching a video somewhere other than a computer and TV, now this opportunity is available in any modern smartphone. However, the growth in the quality of video, photos, entertainment and other content is forcing the constantly increase in the size of phones. If you don't want to use a smartphone that can hardly fit in your hand, then you can choose a more compact model. Our ranking of the best smartphones with a screen of 4-4.5 inches will help you with this.

The best inexpensive smartphones for 4-4.5 inches

Cheap smartphones are the perfect choice for those who are not going to use demanding applications or are looking for a great device for their child. A high-quality budget-level phone with a diagonal of 4 inches or more can be purchased from 5500 rubles. And we are talking not only about little-known brands, but also about popular companies like Samsung. By the way, it is the solutions of the South Korean brand that represent 2 of 3 devices in the category.

Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) SM-J120F / DS

The review begins with a good smartphone with a screen up to 4.5 inches - Galaxy J1 (2016). The device runs Android version 5.1 and is equipped with a proprietary Exynos 3475 CPU (4 cores 1.3 GHz). The autonomy of the reviewed model is declared at the level of 12 hours of talk time in third generation networks and 39 hours of continuous listening to music (2050 mAh battery). The smartphone is perfectly assembled and fits well in the hand, and buyers are offered a choice of 2 color options - gold and black. Galaxy J1 supports 2 micro SIM cards supporting 4th generation networks.

Features:

• excellent AMOLED screen;
• excellent build quality;
• tray for two micro SIM;
• well optimized system;
• stable operation of the system;
• good autonomy (for its class);
• 5 MP main camera with flash.

teXet TM-4084

The second place was taken by a high-quality 4-inch smartphone from the Russian manufacturer teXet. The device is equipped with an aging Snapdragon 210, Adreno 304 and 1GB of RAM. Such "hardware" can easily cope with instant messengers, a browser, video playback in the native resolution of 480p for the display, and other simple tasks. Against the background of competitors, the smartphone stands out with several important advantages:

1. protection of the case from water and dust ingress;
2. capacious removable battery 3200 mAh;
3. fairly modern OS Android 6.0;
4. not bad, for its price, 8 MP camera.

Moreover, the average cost of this mobile phone is still the same 6500 rubles. And this could be an important argument for placing teXet TM-4084 in the first place, if not for several annoying shortcomings. So, with only 8 GB of storage, the smartphone allows you to install microSD cards up to 32 GB. In the reviews, the phone is also criticized for the quality of the screen, which is clearly inferior in brightness and color rendering to competitors. Sometimes smartphone users also complain about the proximity sensor, but still this problem is not often observed.

Advantages:

• price-quality ratio;
• battery size;
• removable battery;
• protection against water ingress;
• good sound quality;

Disadvantages:

• mediocre display;
• significant weight (260 g).

Samsung Galaxy J1 Mini Prime (2016) SM-J106F / DS

In the Mini Prime modification of the Galaxy J1, the manufacturer has cut not only the diagonal, but also some other parameters. So, the front camera here has a resolution of modest 0.3 MP versus 2 MP for the older version, and the battery capacity is only 1500 mAh. The battery life of a 4-inch Samsung smartphone is 29 hours (music) and 8 hours (talk). RAM and permanent memory in the smartphone is 1 and 8 GB, but keep in mind that only 3.9 gigabytes are available to the user from the storage. But the manufacturer decided not to change the display resolution, and it remained equal to 800x480 pixels (5: 3), which provided a density of 233 ppi.

Advantages:

• compactness and lightness;
• the quality of the conversational dynamics;
• fast battery charging;
• appearance and build quality.

Disadvantages:

• very weak front camera;
• not the best viewing angles of the screen.

The best smartphones 4-4.5 inches for price and quality

Sometimes the main criterion when choosing a phone is not availability, but the justification of the price. And if we talk about the ideal value for money among compact smartphones, then, quite unexpectedly, a pair of devices from Apple demonstrates it. And this is the best proof that, in fact, the American manufacturer does not raise the price tag to an unacceptable level, as many opponents of the company believe, but only sets a fair amount for the offered features and quality.

Apple iPhone SE 32GB

Do you want to choose a compact 4-inch smartphone that can delight you for many years? The ideal solution in this case would be the iPhone SE. This smartphone was released back in early 2016, but to this day it has practically no worthy competitors in its class.

The perfect build quality and stunning design that characterize all Apple products set the reviewed model apart from numerous competitors. Another advantage of the smartphone is the screen with a resolution of 1136x640 pixels, the calibration accuracy of which can be the envy of many modern analogues based on Android. Also of the SE's advantages, it is necessary to note the nimble hardware platform and good sound quality.

Advantages:

• great appearance;
• perfect assembly of the device;
• exemplary display calibration;
• productive "filling";
• convenience and speed;
• high-quality sound;
• fast fingerprint scanner.

Disadvantages:

• mediocre front camera;
• the battery lasts strictly for a day of work.

Apple iPhone 8 64GB

If you like not only chatting with friends and surfing your favorite sites, but also occasionally watching videos and running modern games, then it is better to buy an iPhone 8. This device has a 4.7-inch screen, which provides a pixel density of 326 ppi.

The device is equipped with 6-core A11 Bionic processor, which demonstrates excellent results in any task. There is only one camera in the device, but it is able to take excellent pictures, has optical stabilization and is even capable of recording 4K video at 60 frames / s. No less pleasing is the quality of the smartphone case, which has IP67 protection, and there is also support for fast and wireless charging. True, to implement the latter, we had to install glass on the back panel, which is not only more fragile than metal, but also gets dirty faster.

Advantages:

• the quality of the set of headphones;
• splash, dust and water proof;
• excellent 4.7-inch display;
• the presence of an NFC module for using Apple Pay;
• the power of the proprietary hardware platform;
• excellent main camera;
• there is fast and wireless charging.

Disadvantages:

• for fast charging, you need to buy a power supply;
• the price tag is about 50 thousand rubles;
• the back cover gets covered with prints very quickly.

The best smartphones 4-4.5 inches with a good camera

The compact size of the screen in full-fledged cameras is compensated by the presence of a full-fledged viewfinder. With mobile phones, the situation is completely different, so a small display is the only way to see what the finished frame will look like. Of course, you won't be able to see the picture well on a small screen, so many manufacturers don't even try to add a good camera to their smartphone. However, there are also pleasant exceptions, a couple of which we will discuss in this category.

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact

Interested in a 4.6-inch small hand smartphone with great performance? In our rating there was a place for such a device - the Xperia XZ1 Compact from the Japanese brand Sony. With an average cost of 26 thousand, this smartphone pleases with excellent performance (Snapdragon 835, Adreno 540 and 4 GB RAM) and first-class build. However, for an HD screen, the specified "hardware" is somewhat redundant, although the display itself pleases with quality.

The camera in the XZ1 Compact is 19 megapixel. For its price, the Sony smartphone has practically no competitors in terms of the quality of shooting photos and videos, so it can be recommended for lovers of mobile photography. Among the important advantages that some well-known manufacturers still ignore, even with the release of flagship smartphones, it is necessary to mention the NFC module and excellent stereo speakers.

Advantages:

• dust and moisture protection of the case;
• very powerful "filling";
• excellent main camera;
• Android 8.0 from the box;
• 19 MP camera with a wide range of settings;
• calibration and display brightness;
• wonderful sound.

Disadvantages:

• battery only 2700 mAh.

Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) SM-A320F Single Sim

If you are looking for something cheaper, then pay attention to the device from the Samsung brand, which is among the best smartphones with a screen diagonal of 4-4.5 inches. The Galaxy A3 is beautiful in every way:

1. protection of the case from water and dust ingress;
2. always On function, which displays basic information on the locked screen;
3. fast fingerprint sensor combined with a mechanical button;
4. nFC module that allows you to pay at the cash register with your phone;
5. excellent AMOLED display with HD resolution.

As for the main camera, its resolution is 13 MP, and the aperture is f / 1.9. In good light, the sensor used in the smartphone demonstrates a good result, and if there is a lack of it, insignificant noise appears in the pictures. The phone writes video very well, but only in Full HD and at 30 fps.

For the review, we chose a mobile phone with a slot for one SIM card, but if you wish, you can purchase a similar model for a pair of SIM cards. At the same time, there are no complaints about the wireless modules of the phone from the South Korean giant under any circumstances, regardless of the version.

Advantages:

• compact dimensions and low weight;
• good main camera;
• variety of branded accessories (optional);
• the convenience of the device and the attractiveness of the design;
• the ability to use Google Pay;
• the speed of the fingerprint scanner.

Disadvantages:

• modest battery capacity of 2350 mAh;
• due to poor optimization, 2 GB of RAM is not enough.

The best smartphones with 4-4.5 inches screen and powerful battery

The small dimensions of the smartphone body impose certain restrictions on different parameters of the device. And first of all, the battery usually suffers from compactness. The small capacity of the latter negatively affects the autonomy of the smartphone, which forces you to buy a power bank, do not forget to carry a charger with you, or use the battery charge more economically. If none of these "solutions to the problem" suits you, then you should immediately get a smartphone that is equipped with a large battery.

BlackBerry KEYone

Perhaps the KEYone model from the legendary BlackBerry brand can be called the most interesting smartphone in the category up to 4.5 inches. The phone has a powerful hardware platform, which is enough for games. However, due to the non-standard display resolution of 1620x1080 pixels and the non-standard design in most projects, KEYone simply will not provide the desired convenience.

However, first of all we have before us an imaging device for business people. Design, build quality, appearance of the system, security - all this hints that we have an excellent smartphone for a business person. This is also indicated by the physical keyboard under the screen, in the gap of which there is a fingerprint scanner. All buttons in the device are not only backlit, but also touch-sensitive, allowing you to type text with swipes.

Another important advantage not available to competing products is the ability to bind to almost all physical application buttons for quick launch. The memory in the BlackBerry KEYone is 32 GB, but it can be expanded with micro-SD cards. The advantages of a smartphone include a capacious 3505 mAh battery, support for fast charging, as well as the presence of an infrared port and an NFC module.

Advantages:

• comfortable mechanical keyboard;
• perfectly calibrated display with high brightness;
• impressive power of the used "hardware";
• premium materials and exemplary build quality;
• capacious battery and excellent optimization;
• additional functions of the physical keyboard.

Disadvantages:

• it is almost impossible to find accessories (even from third-party brands);
• the average price of 27 thousand is weakly justified by the unique "chips".

Caterpillar Cat S31

One of the best 4.5-inch smartphones according to customer reviews received the right to close the TOP. We note right away that this is an extremely simple device that, even theoretically, cannot be considered as a gaming device. But the Cat S31 is protected not only from water and dust (IP68), but also from impacts according to the military 810G standard. The smartphone supports all popular LTE bands and has mechanical buttons. The battery capacity of a smartphone from Caterpillar is 4 thousand mAh, which is enough for almost 6 weeks of standby time.

Advantages:

• excellent autonomy;
• high-quality assembly of the device;
• protection of the case from dust, water and shock;
• the presence of a programmable button.

Disadvantages:

• just disgusting cameras;
• gPS malfunctions are possible;
• too weak "iron" for 16 thousand.

Which small screen phone to buy

Compiling a list of the best smartphones with a diagonal of 4-4.5 inches was quite difficult, since most companies refuse this screen size, and little-known brands usually offer low quality technology. Even the Apple brand, which has long followed its own path, has switched to producing devices with a large display.

However, we still managed to find 9 worthy smartphones in the class, and two of them are represented by the solutions of the "apple" manufacturer. Three more phones belong to Apple's direct competitor, Samsung. Moreover, you can choose a device for either 6 or 16 thousand, based on the requirements and budget.

The most productive phone in the review is the Xperia XZ1 Compact from the Sony brand. And the camera in it is one of the best in the entire rating. If you are looking for something stylish, high quality and unusual, having a sufficient budget to purchase such a smartphone, then in the latter category, pay attention to the BlackBerry device.

Having appeared just over a decade ago, the smartphone has become one of the most sought-after devices for personal use. The first representatives of the category were much smaller than most modern counterparts, they fit comfortably even in a child's hand, easily fit into a breast pocket or a miniature handbag and, perhaps, this is partly due to such frenzied popularity at the very beginning of the era of devices. The diagonal of many of them barely reached 4 inches. Sometimes there were also smaller smartphones.

Since then, the size of the screens, as well as the overall dimensions and weight, have grown significantly. Of course, users often prefer innovative "shovels", the large screen of which gives a good overview and is better suited for watching movies, immersing in games and working with graphic files. Nevertheless, having played enough with fashionable novelties of a large diagonal, many return to small but practical 4-inch smartphones, which can be safely called an excellent workhorse for basic needs. Indeed, despite the relatively simple filling and the lack of some innovations, there are many quite successful models among compact devices and they are, perhaps, even more diverse than large devices, although they are several times smaller in number.

Smartphones with a diagonal of 4 inches mainly belong to the budget class. So it comes as no surprise that a top-notch front camera and a variety of features are extremely rare among them. However, there are also mid-range models among them that can take excellent basic photos, hold a charge for a day or more, and successfully interact with other devices of almost any standard. Sometimes even world famous premium brands create the most profitable and interesting models exactly 4 inches.

However, for the sake of small dimensions, manufacturers often still have to sacrifice something, in particular, speaker volume, support for additional memory cards, memory capacity, NFC module and battery capacity. However, it should be noted that in terms of operating time, such smartphones are often not inferior to large-sized counterparts. Due to the small display and the laconic system and capabilities, they consume the battery a little more economically, which means that for a comfortable use of the device during the day, a 1500 mAh battery or more is often enough. Also, when compiling the review, preference was given to a smartphone with good popular characteristics.

For the most reasonable distribution of positions in the ranking, we studied a number of important indicators, including:

• customer reviews;
• expert reviews and reviews;
• technical description of goods;
• test results.

The best inexpensive 4-inch smartphones: budget up to 5,000 rubles.

As we have already said, the bulk of 4 'smartphones are ultra-budget devices. These are devices that cost less than a hundred dollars. Due to their low price, they cannot have any serious hardware that provides good performance. The menu is unlikely to slow down, but you will hardly be able to play heavy games or work with several applications at once.

It turns out that devices from this category are worth recommending only for a few reasons. The first is a smartphone for a child. No matter how neat your child is, the probability of breaking the phone is quite high, and therefore it is better not to spend money on expensive models, but choose such a state employee. A compact smartphone can also be bought for the opposite category - the elderly. Still, they are unlikely to need the performance of an 8-core processor, but a simple smartphone from which you can use Viber, Skype and other messengers will be very useful. Finally, state employees can be used as a temporary substitute for those who are used to a smartphone, but for one reason or another have to do without a monster devouring benchmarks for breakfast for some time. Our rating will help you choose a universal model.

4 Fly FS408 Stratus 8

Most profitable
Country: UK (made in China)
Average price: 2 673 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.2

A review of the best compact budget smartphones reveals the sought-after British economy option, the cost of which is among the most enjoyable. Inexpensive, but high-quality enough for its price, this device received a decent battery that lasts up to two days in case of not very active use, a clear screen, connectors for two SIM cards, an FM tuner and 8 GB of permanent memory. At the same time, the Stratus 8 weighs only 109 grams, which makes it one of the lightest smartphones with a diagonal of 4 inches.

Of course, a state employee would not be a state employee without some "buts". Photos and performance were not the strengths of the device, according to numerous comments. The main 2 megapixel camera is suitable only for shooting documents in good lighting, while this model has no front camera at all. But the smartphone copes well with Internet surfing and the simplest applications, it works stably, does not get scratched and fits perfectly in the hand.

3 Alcatel Pixi 4 4034D

Best price
Country: France (made in China)
Average price: 3,130 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.2

Alcatel is well known in our country. Once upon a time, French smartphones sell well precisely due to their low cost. Pixi 4 is the most budget-friendly device in our three. The advantages of the model should be written down the latest version of the OS - Android 6.0, thanks to which the smartphone works very smartly ... until you launch the second application, because the RAM is only 512 MB. Not enough. But the phone's camera only pleases. The main one, although it has a resolution of only 3.2 megapixels, can shoot FullHD video, and there is a flash. It is better not to start the front one, because the pictures are extremely hazy. The build quality also suffers. Users complain that after a while backlash and unpleasant creaks appear here and there. In general, this is a very controversial device, which should be recommended only to those who want to save a lot.

Advantages:

• Good main camera
• Smart processor
• Fresher than the competition, OS version - Android 0
• Loud earpiece

Disadvantages:

• Only 512 MB of RAM
• There may be build quality issues

2 Samsung Galaxy J1 Mini SM-J105H

Highest quality build
Country: South Korea (made in China)
Average price: 4 686 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.5

Smartphones from this South Korean company often appear in relevant articles on our website. And all thanks to a fairly large variety of models for every taste and wallet. J1 Mini is the "youngest" in the line of Samsung budget smartphones, and therefore it is not worth demanding space characteristics from it. It works, of course, smartly, but when using several applications, the small amount of RAM (only 768 MB) greatly affects. It is also worth noting the lack of autofocus and flash, which does not allow taking high-quality pictures in difficult conditions. As for the rest, this is a pretty good "dialer": high-quality materials, good build, fast interface.

Advantages:

• Better build quality
• Relatively good screen with sufficient brightness headroom
• Supports A-GPS and GLONASS

Disadvantages:

• Poor front camera (only 0.3MP resolution)

1 BQ BQ-4072 Strike Mini

Best value for money
Country:
Average price: 2 990 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.5

The basic smartphone of domestic production stands out favorably against the background of other budget devices with the fresh Android 7 operating system and normal quality for little money. Since Strike Mini is ultra-economy class, miracles like 4G and NFC should not be expected from it. Nevertheless, a smartphone with a diagonal of 4 inches is loved by many users with a decent battery, a battery saving function, 1 GB of RAM and the best rear and front cameras at 5 and 2 megapixels, respectively, for the budget category.

Especially often in reviews they praise the main camera, which allows you to take very good photos for such a profitable and compact device. Of course, in terms of pictures, BQ is inferior to large expensive smartphones and good cameras, but among miniature state employees it really has no equal. At the same time, despite the average battery capacity, with a small load the device holds a charge for a couple of days.

Best 4-inch smartphones with a powerful battery

Smartphones can perform a huge number of tasks, but they also require a lot of energy. Every year, manufacturers present more and more energy efficient components, but there is still no fundamental gain in autonomy. What to do? There are only two options. The first is to optimize the software part. Roughly speaking, manufacturers need to make sure that programs use the resources of the smartphone as efficiently as possible.

The second way - to shove a bigger battery - is much more common. This solution has many disadvantages. For example, the increased weight of the device and the need to keep the phone on charge for longer. But these disadvantages are offset by one big plus - it's easier, and therefore cheaper. It is these smartphones that we will look at in the next category of 4-inch smartphones.

3 BQ BQ-4028 UP!

Best Budget New 2018
Country: Russia (made in China)
Average price: 2 790 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.2

A review of the best devices with a diagonal of 4 inches would definitely be incomplete without one of the most budgetary devices of the domestic brand. Although most smartphones from this manufacturer are famous primarily for a decent camera, stability and low price, but not a huge battery capacity, the fresh 2018 model was a happy exception, successfully combining all these properties. The 1500 mAh battery lasts up to three days, which is considered one of the best for a small model at an attractive price.

At the same time, the 5 megapixel camera takes very decent photos with good color reproduction, and the built-in FM tuner provides convenient access to the radio, so this smartphone can easily replace the base player. Buyers note the pleasant sound and simplicity of the interface. The only drawback is periodically called a not too fast system, however, for most budget options, minor slowdowns are not at all uncommon.

2 Alcatel U3 3G Dual sim

The easiest. Two flash units. Separate SIM and SD slots
Country: France, USA (made in China)
Average price: 2 790 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.4

Known for its line of inexpensive, practical smartphones, the Franco-American firm has remained true to itself in the creation of compact devices with a diagonal of only 4 inches. One of the main advantages of Alcatel is lightness, combined with good basic functionality and economical power consumption. Weighing only 102 grams and a thickness of 9.7 mm, the smartphone offers the user a contrasting matte screen with an excellent viewing angle, good speakers, a decent battery, a notification indicator, proximity sensors, rotation sensors, a number of wireless technologies and two cameras, each of which received a bright LED backlight.

According to the comments of many buyers, the main camera takes good pictures, although the resolution is only 2 megapixels. At the same time, many people like the opportunity to install two SIM cards at once and an SD memory card up to 32 GB, which greatly distinguishes Alcatel from most analogues, especially the expensive ones.

1 Digma HIT Q401 3G

Bright screen. Simple interface
Country: China
Average price: 2 790 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.4

The best in battery capacity and some other parameters, surprisingly enough, was a purely Chinese smartphone with 7 Android, built-in 8 GB memory, good RAM, a nimble quad-core processor and a juicy screen. With average loads, the 1600 mAh battery is enough for a whole day of use, which is quite a decent indicator for a miniature device. In addition, the smartphone supports FM radio and the alternating operation of two SIM cards.

One of the most beloved features of Digma is the display, which renders images well even in bright sunlight. The laconism of the system and a minimum of unnecessary pre-installed applications are also commendable. In combination with 1 GB of RAM and good hardware, such minimalism ensures good performance and stable operation of the smartphone. In addition, the device is well built, copes well with GPS, and quickly finds Wi-Fi.

The best 4-inch rugged smartphones

Russia is a unique country. And it is unique in the first place for its nature, which occupies vast spaces. Of course, there are a lot of Russians among Russians who, due to their duty or because of their hobbies, have to be in rather harsh conditions. Taiga, swamps, frosts of the extreme north - all this is very unfriendly to technology. Modern smartphones are too delicate for this, and therefore manufacturers have been releasing protected smartphones for several years.

Of course, the use of tempered glasses and connectors protected from moisture in modern flagships is no longer a wonder, but breaking a smartphone for 40-50 thousand is a shame to say the least. So it turns out that hunters, fishermen, oilmen and many others are much more suitable for specialized smartphones. They usually do not shine with performance, but they can survive severe impacts and submersion in water. Which device deserves your attention - see our rating.

3 teXet TM-4083

Photo underwater
Country: Russia (made in China)
Average price: 6 556 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.0

TeXet smartphones are familiar, perhaps, to all adherents of an active lifestyle: athletes, travelers and just those who do not want to constantly worry about the safety of the device. Of course, reliable protection slightly increases the cost of devices and somewhat limits the range of functions. Nevertheless, this smartphone has all the most important features, and moreover, they are at their best. The main camera with a resolution of 8 megapixels shoots not only by pressing the touch button, but also mechanically, which is convenient for shooting underwater. Thanks to its good water resistance, teXet really withstands small dives.

A separate advantage of the smartphone, which is appreciated by many lovers of autonomy, is the 2600 mAh battery, which is many times more than that of its counterparts. However, according to some reviews, the battery percentage is displayed imperfectly. Often, the model is discharged up to a couple of percent per day, but at the same time it works safely the next day.

2 Torex S18

Shockproof housing. The best functionality. Long-lasting battery
Country: China
Average price: 19,990 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.5

The most popular rugged smartphone is rightfully featured in the review of the best 4-inch devices. First of all, it is the most tenacious device, because its body is perfectly protected not only from water, but also from impacts, thanks to additional shockproof parts. At the same time, Torex received an excellent basic set of properties: two sim cards, 4G LTE, compass, gyroscope, barometer, proximity sensor and even NFC. Unlike most, this smartphone even boasts a decent 5 megapixel selfie camera, which is comparable to the quality of the main cameras of many competitors.

The device also pleases with a battery with the best capacity, reaching 3500 mAh. According to numerous reviews, this is enough for autonomous functioning of about three days, even with very active use. The general performance, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal memory are also important advantages.

1 Ginzzu RS71D

The best ratio of price and quality
Country: China
Average price: 9 975 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.7

Rugged smartphones, as a rule, try to prove with all their appearance that they can survive a lot. The Ginzzu model does not quite meet these “requirements”. Of course, it is huge, the back cover sits on screws, and all the connectors are covered with caps (not very convenient, by the way), but the front panel does not reveal the true purpose of RS71D from the first second. Inside, the device is also quite interesting. As a processor, a quad-core MediaTek MT6735M is used, which provides a fairly nimble work. You can even play simple games with this one. The rest of the equipment is also good enough, which, coupled with the low cost, makes the smartphone an excellent choice for extreme sports.

Advantages:

• The most productive "hardware"
• The most recent OS in the classroom is Android 1
• Low weight - only 168 g.
• Supports LTE

Disadvantages:

• Very mediocre earpiece quality

The best 4-inch smartphones with a good camera

It is not for nothing that modern smartphones have the word “smart” in their name. These are truly "smart" devices, akin to personal computers, that can perform a huge list of tasks. One of them - photography and video filming - has long ago reached a very high level. Of course, they are still far from professional DSLRs, but modern middle-class phones will win without problems. All thanks to excellent optical sensors and powerful processors that quickly process incoming information. Compactness also plays an important role - after all, a smartphone, thanks to its size, is always with you, unlike a camera.

Unfortunately, camera phones, like most other smartphones, have befallen to take into account giganticization. It is almost impossible to find a device with a good camera and a display diagonal of less than 5 inches, and therefore we can present to your judgment only ... one device.

1 Apple iPhone 5S 16Gb

Best camera
Country: USA (made in China)
Average price: 19 490 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.7

Apple smartphones are considered (and in part) the best in the world. This is indicated not only by happy users, but also by sales statistics. Unfortunately, Cupertinos have changed their tradition and, starting with the iPhone 6, have greatly increased the size of the devices. Fortunately, the 5S model with a 4-inch display is still on sale. At the moment, this is the only smartphone on the market with a good camera and an acceptable price.

Of course, the phone announced in 2013 is already partly outdated. It doesn't have the best hardware, it doesn't have the best camera. Yes, the manufacturer still regularly releases updates for this device, but this happiness will not last long. Based on this, the iPhone 5S is worth recommending for purchase only in two cases. First, you want a nimble, hassle-free device with a good camera for an inexpensive price and don't care about upgrades. Second, you have a limited budget and take a smartphone for a maximum of a year. Fortunately, the cost of Apple technology does not drop much when reselling.

Advantages:

• Good image quality on the main camera (8MP, f / 2.2, autofocus, LED flash)
• There is a slow motion function - 120 frames per second
• Excellent optimization of the operating system
• Metal case

Disadvantages:

• The model is old, and therefore will not be relevant for long

Best compact premium smartphones

Man is a social being. But, despite this, he tends to want to stand out from others. In modern society, this goal is served by various status things. It can be a car, an expensive watch, a company suit. Of course, smartphones also fall on this list. In the last category of our ranking, we will compare the two approaches to a premium product, trying not to go beyond 4-inch smartphones. In order not to delay, let's get started!

3 Mobiado Grand Touch

Increased durability. Manual assembly
Country: Canada
Average price: 125,000 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.4

The top three are opened by a stylish smartphone from an elite brand. A small functionality for such a high price prevented him from taking a higher position in the review. The device has relatively few capabilities, but they are all implemented at a very good level. A 5 megapixel camera, 16 GB of permanent memory, a 1500 mAh battery and a sleek look make the device an attractive purchase. The smartphone will especially appeal to those for whom the quality of materials and workmanship matters. Made from genuine aircraft grade aluminum and solid sapphire crystal, it is durable and reliable. Also, the smartphone stands out for its excellent assembly, because this is one of the few models that is not assembled in China, but manually in Canada.

Not surprisingly, this Canadian device is one of the most talked about devices. Connoisseurs of simple, but thoughtful smartphones consider the model to be very successful. However, many criticize Mobiado for its modest functionality and mediocre battery.

2 Apple iPhone SE 64Gb

The best ratio of price and functionality
Country: USA (made in China)
Average price: 28 999 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.8

And again in our rating is the representative of Apple. This time we are talking about the iPhone SE smartphone, demonstrating a completely different approach to premium. This device is sold in huge numbers, but it still manages to stand out. This is due to the noble metal from which the body is made and the very apple. Brand strength, what can I say.

The SE stuffing is also very good. Apple A9 is used as a processor, providing excellent performance. In addition, the Cupertinos added RAM - now its 2 GB, which is more than enough for iOS. By the way, updates to this smartphone will come for at least a couple of years.

Advantages:

• Excellent filling - powerful processor, large amount of built-in and RAM, high-quality camera
• Metal case
• Supports 4G LTE, NFC, GPS and GLONASS

1 Tonino Lamborghini Antares

The most unique
Country: Italy
Average price: 130,000 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.8

The smartphone from Tonino Lamborghini is as close as possible to such popular premium market players as Vertu. Yes, the filling of this model is at the level of a hundred-dollar budget employee, but it doesn't matter, because the main feature of the device is a limited edition. A total of 1947 units were produced. I think the cost of the device at the start of sales should be discreetly silent.

Apart from the installed hardware, this is a very solid phone, which is decorated with expensive leather and steel. All in all, a great model for those who want to stand out.

Advantages:

• High cost and limited edition - a sign of elitism
• Very high quality body materials
• Good image quality
• High-quality IPS-screen with a resolution of 960x540 pixels

Disadvantages:

• Very weak processor - MediaTek MT6589
• Small battery capacity - only 1500mAh
• Old OS version - Android 4.2