Phone specifications. The best phone - Comparison by parameters

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 their model.

But it is best to choose based on all the characteristics combined.

Let's say right away that the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge was recognized as the best model to date. Why? Let's find out further.

Parameter No. 1. Phone performance

At the same time, the most objective characteristic of power is the rating in the AnTuTu Benchmark program.

At the beginning of March 2017, a study was conducted in which a rating of the most powerful processors was compiled. First place there was taken by Qualcomm Snapdragon 820.

In AnTuTu Benchmark, any phone model with such a processor will score at least 130,000 marks. That's why you need to look at phones with Qualcomm Snapdragon 820.

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

It is competing with the LG G5, which scores 143,000 marks. Both phones have 4 GB of RAM, and a 2.2 GHz processor with 8 cores.

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

In addition, so far there are simply no programs or games for which 131,000 marks would not be enough.

Moreover, today's heaviest games, such as Nova 3, run smoothly on phones with 41,000 marks.

So the truth is that there is absolutely no point in having that kind of CPU power yet.

But it’s still worth buying a powerful device so that in the future it will be ready for the heaviest loads.

Parameter No. 2. Battery

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

Its standby time is 119 hours.

In music player mode it will work for 76 hours. Its only drawback is that the battery is not removable.

The aforementioned LG G5 has only 2800 mAh, which provides 96 hours of standby time and 61 hours of player mode.

Xiaomi Mi5 Plus 3500 mAh – 116 hours in standby mode.

Again, there are models with larger batteries, but all other characteristics, including processor power and RAM, are much smaller.

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

Parameter No. 3. Screen

Here the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge 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 this resolution.

But Samsung has a proprietary Super AMOLED screen, while the other two have IPS. This means that its saturation, brightness and, ultimately, viewing angles are many times better.

Let's not deviate from comparing the same three phones. This is how the user will look at the side of the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge.

This is how he will look at the LG G5.

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

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

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

Parameter No. 4. Camera

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

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

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

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

But all Xiaomi phones take pictures very poorly in low light - you can’t make out almost anything.

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

In the photo below you can see that the photo taken on Samsung looks brighter and better than the photo from LG.

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

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

Overall, the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge has the best camera in the world today, so this phone is clearly leading the race for the title of “best phone brand”.

The computer has long become a reliable human companion. With its help, an ordinary person can gain access to a huge database of information and media files, simplify their work, while professionals and scientists can quickly and efficiently carry out calculations and modeling. Ten years ago, compact computers - smartphones - came to the masses. By the end of 2017, they appeared in almost every pocket. And it just so happens that the average lifespan of a modern phone is a year and a half, after which the once ideal device is sent into the back drawer.

But many people don't intend to change devices that 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 are also real long-livers who will delight 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. The following mobile phone (smartphone) indicators are important to us:

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

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

3 LG K8 K350E

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

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

The operating system in the device is Android 6.1 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 (optional up to 32 GB) and unload the main memory of the smartphone. The gadget is distinguished by high-quality and stable GPS signal reception, which will be appreciated by travel enthusiasts. In numerous positive reviews, users note a pleasant appearance, a wide range of functions and a high-quality screen. The disadvantages include poor equipment and an insufficiently high-quality camera.

2 Samsung Galaxy J1

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

Second place in the rating goes to such a popular manufacturer from Korea. An excellent choice for those who are willing to spend from 7,000 to 8,000 rubles on a phone. Samsung is already 100% build quality. The 4.5-inch diagonal is for those who don’t like a huge phone. Beautiful design. Remarkable battery capacity of 2050 mAh. for a not very large display it will give more time to use without recharging; according to reviews, the battery lasts more than two days.

The Amoled screen means unconditional image quality and energy saving. Very fast internet with 4G LTE support. This is facilitated by the technical content of the device: a total memory of 8 and 1 GB - RAM, a quad-core processor with a modern version of Android 5.1 makes the smartphone trouble-free. A high-quality 5 MP camera, a 2 MP front camera and the ability to shoot video provide a full opportunity to communicate on social networks and in life. It's hard to find something more worthy for this budget price. According to consumer reviews, it is one of the best models of 2016.

User reviews

Pros: Reasonable price. Screen. Build quality and technical specifications. Fast and reliable. The presence of GLONASS in combination with GPS provides an accurate geoposition. Camera with video function. Processor with 4 cores. Excellent sound during conversations and as speakers. Design.

Cons: The camera takes decent pictures only in good lighting. Poor equipment: no USB cable. No oleophobic coating

1 Xiaomi Redmi 4X 32GB

Best Features
Country: China
Average price: 9,490 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.8

The leader in the ranking of the highest quality budget smartphones is a model from the well-known company Xiaomi. The Redmi 4X model has become a real bestseller. A huge number of positive reviews and advice on buying this particular device speak for themselves - the device is worthwhile. First of all, reliability is ensured by a durable metal case. The assembly is of high quality, it can withstand twisting and bending tests without problems, and it resists scratches and impacts well. The broad support of the fan community is also of considerable importance - even if some problem occurs, you will almost certainly be able to find a solution on the specialized forum.

Also, don’t forget about a good filling. A modern entry-level processor from the industry leader - Qualcomm is installed - a larger number of applications are optimized for it, which means there will be slightly fewer crashes. And the performance will be enough for undemanding users for two years without much compromise.

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

3 Xiaomi Mi Max 2 64GB

The best quality phablet
Country: China
Average price: RUB 15,790.
Rating (2018): 4.7

The category opens with a smartphone from the Chinese company Xiaomi, already known to you. What prevented the model from rising above third place was not its low quality, but its specificity - the screen diagonal is 6.44 inches, which not everyone will like. But connoisseurs will be satisfied, because this model fully contains all the proprietary features that ensure high reliability: a metal case, functional firmware, a large number of fans who will help those in need.

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

2 ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC520TL

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

The stylish and practical smartphone ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC520TL 16Gb is in second place in the rating among devices whose price is below 20,000 rubles. The device comes pre-installed with Android 6.0 OS, perfect 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 comfortable to hold in your hands, and with a weight of only 148 grams, it will not cause discomfort when worn. Among all representatives of the TOP 3, the gadget is sold cheaper than others, but its characteristics are in no way inferior to its competitors.

The capacitive multi-touch screen with a resolution of 1280x720 conveys the picture well, but its viewing angles are not so good. The rear camera module with a resolution of 13 megapixels takes high-quality pictures even in rooms with insufficient light. A special feature of the smartphone is the fingerprint sensor located on the back side. The advantages of the smartphone in reviews from buyers include a capacious battery, a high-quality screen and a pleasant appearance. The main disadvantages are the poor front camera and the combined slot (either memory card or SIM) for a SIM card.

1 Samsung Galaxy J5

Best screen (AMOLED matrix)
A country: South Korea (produced in Vietnam)
Average price: 14,990 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.9

The Korean smartphone Samsung Galaxy J5 is the best choice in a budget up to 20,000 rubles. This is not just a stylish, but also a very high-quality device - according to customer reviews, the gadget has been working flawlessly for several years. The main advantage of the smartphone is its proprietary AMOLED matrix, which, with an HD resolution of 1280x720 pixels, is superior to screens with a large number of pixels. True, the Samsung Galaxy J5 camera cannot boast of good image quality - they can only be obtained with a sufficient amount of light.

The device, with a screen resolution of 5.2”, has small dimensions – a thickness of only 8.1 mm and a weight of 159 grams. These smartphone sizes are convenient if you need to always have it at hand. A 4-core chipset with an operating frequency of 1200 MHz is responsible for the fast operation of the gadget, and 2 GB of RAM allows you to run several resource-intensive applications simultaneously. A capacious 3100 mAh battery holds a 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

A smartphone that recently appeared on the market, Huawei P9 32Gb Dual sim, ranks third in the ranking of the best devices worth up to 50,000 rubles. The Chinese manufacturer has 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 handle any load without any problems.

The device boasts high-quality camera modules - a rear 12 megapixel and a front 8 megapixel, 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, making it a pleasure to use for surfing the Internet. Overall, this is a high-quality gadget with good functionality at an affordable price.

2 Samsung Galaxy S7 32Gb

AMOLED display with 4K resolution
A country: South Korea (produced 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. The device has a high-quality main camera module with a resolution of 12 megapixels, and thanks to optical stabilization and laser autofocus, good pictures are taken even in motion. One of the main advantages of the gadget is a high-quality AMOLED screen with a 4K resolution of 3840x2160. It not only has good brightness and contrast, but also decent viewing angles.

Samsung Galaxy S7 32Gb is built on an 8-core processor, which ensures fast operation of the gadget and no lag. In addition, thanks to 8 GB of RAM, the smartphone can be used for work if desired - it can handle any office applications without problems. In numerous reviews, buyers highlight the pleasant appearance, fast charging and protection from water as positive aspects. The disadvantages include overpriced and expensive accessories.

1 Apple iPhone SE 16Gb

Best performance and high reliability
A country: USA (manufactured in China)
Average price: RUB 30,900.
Rating (2018): 4.8

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

The classic case is made of aircraft aluminum, due to which the gadget is not only lightweight (only 113 grams), but also highly durable. A high-speed 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 a head start to its competitors with large screens in terms of image quality. Failure-free operation and excellent reliability make the Apple iPhone SE 16Gb the best device for every day.

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The highest quality premium smartphones

Which phone will stay relevant the longest? Of course, top devices. Their filling allows you not to remember about slowdowns for at least 2 years, and a comfortable speed will be ensured even longer. In this category, we tried to select for you the highest quality premium smartphones, so that the reason for changing it would be 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 Galaxy S8 becomes the leader in the ranking of high-quality premium smartphones. The model was presented at the beginning of 2017. After almost a year of being on the shelf, all possible shortcomings were identified, the firmware was updated several times, and now we have a very high-quality phone with a minimal percentage of defects and high reliability. And yes, you can rest assured – Samsung batteries will no longer explode!

In terms of filling, we have a typical 2017 flagship. Inside, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 is installed paired with 4 GB of RAM - the figures are not record-breaking, but for the vast majority of users this combination will be enough for several years of trouble-free operation. In addition to the filling, the chic frameless 5.8-inch display attracts attention. The diagonal is large, but due to minimal horizontal and completely absent vertical frames (the display extends onto the side edges), the dimensions of the device remain relatively compact. The Galaxy S8 is also worth praising for having one of the best cameras on the market, dust and moisture protection, and fast wireless charging. The only complaint about the phone is that the fingerprint scanner is not very well located, 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 rating is occupied by the brand new LG V30+. The model was presented quite recently, but it has already become clear that everything is in order with reliability. Firstly, shock resistance and dust and moisture protection are declared according to the IP68 standard. The first tests confirm this. The V30+ can actually handle hitting the pavement without serious consequences. Secondly, since the launch (3 months), not a single complaint about a manufacturing defect has appeared on the Internet, as happened, for example, with the new iPhone X. This directly speaks to the high reliability and quality of the smartphone.

In addition to reliability in the flagship, we will be interested in performance. It is provided by the top-end Snapdragon 835. About its power, communication modules, etc. We won’t talk – everything is at the highest level. What deserves attention is the amazing frameless 6-inch 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 increases sound quality to unrealistic heights, which can be appreciated using the included headphones from the world-famous Bang&Olufsen.

1 Apple iPhone 8 Plus 256GB

Largest built-in storage capacity (256GB)
A country: USA (manufactured in China)
Average price: 65,450 rub.
Rating (2018): 4.7

The rating opens with the iPhone 8, introduced in the fall of 2017. The new product received a large number of innovations, among which the most noticeable was the change in the body material - from now on it is glass. But don’t think that the smartphone has become more fragile. On the contrary, judging by many “crash tests”, resistance to falls and scratches has increased significantly. If dropped from a height of human height, the smartphone can only get away with a couple of scratches on the metal frame. This solution also made it possible to install a wireless charging module.

The filling has also changed. Inside there is a brand new Apple A11 Bionic, the performance of which is not even worth talking about - it will be enough for years to come. The 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 moisture protection, which first appeared in the iPhone 7, remains in place - you don’t have to worry even while swimming with your smartphone. Otherwise, we have before us the already familiar “seven”, all of whose problems have long been studied and corrected.

Modern manufacturers offer so many phones that you can easily get confused in their diversity. We offer a convenient catalog in which you can find out the full characteristics of the smartphone, its price, see photos and main features. You can do it yourselfselect a smartphone based on characteristics and parameters using the filters on our website or read the models, which can be found in the corresponding section of the MobileGadjet portal.

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To select a smartphone based on its characteristics, use filters that allow you to specify a wide variety of parameters - limit the cost, indicate the processor manufacturer, type of screen matrix, diagonal and much more. As a result, the catalog will display those models that really interest you. A convenient catalog with prices will help you choose a smartphone based on its characteristics and parameters online, where there are models from various brands - Xiaomi, Samsung, Huawei, Meizu, OPPO. OnePlus and many others, both famous and not so famous. Also here you will find accessories for every taste and price.

Catalog of smartphones with prices and photos

Having studied catalog of smartphones 2018-2019 with prices, photos and full technical specifications You are guaranteed to find a suitable model for yourself that will meet all the requirements. There are especially many phones in the budget category, where a real war has now broken out between manufacturers. They account for the bulk of purchases, because at an affordable price they are practically not inferior to flagships. Gone are the days when budget devices attracted attention solely by price; now they also offer excellent technical characteristics. By looking through the catalog of phones with prices and photos, you will only be convinced of this. You will also find here

When choosing a new smartphone, we are used to paying attention to key parameters: processor speed, memory capacity, battery capacity, number of camera megapixels. However, in reality, comparing features is increasingly becoming a waste of time.

CPU

If just a few years ago flagships on Android could differ greatly in processors, today comparisons based on this criterion have practically lost their validity. Top smartphones use the same or almost identical chips. We no longer look at the specs to find out how fast the new flagship is.

Of course, benchmarks like AnTuTu allow you to highlight the most powerful of the flagships, but such tests may not reflect the real picture and the speed of the device when performing everyday tasks. The largest chipmaker Qualcomm compared choosing a smartphone based on processor performance with choosing a car based on its tires. And this comparison perfectly describes the fact that installing a powerful CPU is not enough for the gadget to work quickly.

In 2018, it is much more important to become familiar not with the number of cores and benchmark results, but with the capabilities that the chip offers. This could include support for high-speed LTE networks, the fastest charging, and high-quality 4K video recording.

RAM

Some modern flagships are equipped with 8 GB of RAM, which allows them to store much more data in memory. However, it is not at all necessary that such a smartphone will provide faster access to games and programs in the background than, for example, with 3 GB of RAM. The efficiency of RAM management plays a big role.

In the case of Apple, laughing at 2 or 3 GB of RAM is quite stupid. If applications for Android must be developed for a huge number of devices with completely different equipment, then software for iOS is tailored only for a few iPhone models, which differ slightly in the amount of RAM. Developers always know exactly the only possible hardware configurations, which allows them to better optimize the code and reduce the load on RAM.

Camera

Over the past few years, smartphone manufacturers have switched from constantly chasing megapixels to optimizing more important details. The sizes of the pixels themselves are changing, auxiliary sensors appear, focusing and stabilization technologies are improving. All this, of course, is great, but the list of photo module characteristics still won’t give you an overall picture of how this smartphone shoots.

A striking example of the fact that you should not rely on bare characteristics is the Google Pixel 2 with the Visual Core chip. The latter was created specifically for processing photos from a 12-megapixel camera. It is responsible for the incredible HDR+ effect and portrait blur mode, for which competitors use a second camera.

Even if you don’t take into account Google’s flagships, which are not officially sold in Russia, you should understand that a camera with top specifications does not guarantee you the best shooting quality. Record aperture and larger pixels only reflect the potential that photo processing software algorithms must reveal. They are the ones who squeeze everything possible out of the camera.

Battery

The capacity of smartphone batteries is measured in mAh (milliamp-hours). It is this parameter that allows you to characterize the energy charge that the battery can hold. It would be logical to say that the more the better. However, bare numbers in this case also do not guarantee anything.

How the smartphone will manage this charge depends on the technical equipment and software algorithms. The power and efficiency of the processor, the size and resolution of the display, the number of built-in sensors and even the sound settings - all this affects.

Some manufacturers, to increase the operating time of smartphones, resort to tricks such as temporarily disabling sensors or forcing applications to unload from the background. Moreover, this is often done by default. Such moments should definitely be checked in the battery and performance settings.

Bottom line

But still, you shouldn’t turn a blind eye to the technical characteristics. The main thing is not to exaggerate their importance, but to use them only as a guide. Sometimes some manufacturers get the maximum from hardware that is less impressive on paper, while the top specifications of another gadget in practice may turn out to be completely imperceptible.

When choosing, it is very important to study as many reviews as possible, read reviews and comparisons of those resources that you trust. It is field tests and experience from other customers that can be much more useful than a list of characteristics.