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If any device is worthy of the title of indispensable in modern world, so this is a smartphone. It is not surprising that the market mobile devices so many models from so many different manufacturers. Despite the fact that manufacturers adhere to similar trends, each specific model smartphone can offer the user something of its own. To make it easier for you to navigate the variety of technical characteristics and other features, we have compiled a rating of smartphones 2018-2019, which includes only the best devices. Those that were highly rated by experts and won recognition among ordinary consumers. Let's get started.

#10 - Xiaomi Redmi 6A

Price: 6558 rubles.
Redmi 6A is one of the most budget smartphones from China, which is so popular in Russia Xiaomi company. However, when it comes to Xiaomi, budget does not imply poor technical characteristics. Xiaomi Redmi 6A can offer the user a 5.45-inch display with an HD+ resolution of 1440×720 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18:9.

Among the “iron” - 4- nuclear processor MediaTek Helio A22, 2 GB RAM and 16 GB internal memory expandable via card microSD memory up to 256 GB. The main camera module has a resolution of 13 megapixels, the front camera module has a resolution of 5 megapixels. In both cases, the aperture is F/2.2. Battery capacity - 3000 mAh. There are versions with more RAM and built-in memory. Xiaomi Redmi 6A is affordable smartphone for those for whom functionality is much more important than trendy features.

#9 - Nokia 3.1

Price: 11990 rubles.

The Nokia brand can rightfully be called legendary, and the Finnish company HMD Global has worthily returned it to the market after years of inactivity. Nokia 3.1 is a budget model of the updated brand, combining a nice design with decent characteristics. The model is housed in an aluminum case and is equipped with a 5.2-inch display with a resolution of 1440×720 and a trendy aspect ratio of 18:9. Behind Hardware 8-core answers MediaTek processor MT6750N, 2/3 GB of RAM and 16/32 GB of internal memory, expandable with microSD cards.

Two cameras are responsible for the photo capabilities: the main one is 13 megapixels, which is complemented by a front camera of 8 megapixels. Autonomy is supported by a 2990 mAh battery. Overall, Nokia 3.1 is a compact budget phone that still boasts a premium design.

#8 - Xiaomi Redmi Note 5

Price: 12,770 rubles.
The top smartphones of 2018-2019 continue with the Chinese Xiaomi Redmi Note 5. Despite the fact that this is a relatively inexpensive device, it has a large 5.99-inch display with thin frames and a trendy 18:9 aspect ratio, decent for this price category 8-core Snapdragon 636 processor, 4 GB random access memory and 64 GB of built-in flash memory, which can be expanded with a microSD card.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 has two cameras - a dual main one with 12+5 megapixels and a front one with 13 megapixels. There is a fingerprint scanner on the back of the case. The device supports 2 SIM cards, Wi-Fi, 4G LTE. Helps hold a charge well capacious battery at 4000 mAh. A large screen, good cameras and decent hardware at an affordable price - all this is Xiaomi Redmi Note 5.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5

No. 7 - ASUS ZenFone Max Pro ZB602KL

Price: 13990 rubles.

One of the best smartphones in the price category up to 15 thousand rubles - ASUS ZenFone Max Pro ZB602KL. The body of the smartphone is clearly made with premium in mind and metal parts are adjacent to the trendy aspect ratio of the display. The display itself is 6-inch and supports a screen resolution of 2160x1080 pixels. There is a fingerprint scanner and a dual main camera with autofocus of 13+5 megapixels. Complements it front-camera at 8 MP.

The hardware is powered by an 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory. I was also pleased with the capacious 5000 mAh battery. There is support for 2 SIM cards, Wi-Fi 802.11n, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 5.0, USB, NFC. All this is based on the Android 8.1 Oreo operating system.

ASUS ZenFone Max Pro ZB602KL

#6 - OPPO F5

Price: 17990 rubles.
The next Chinese smartphone in the ranking is OPPO F5. This device has already become a classic for the “Chinese” appearance: a plastic case of the usual shape with a fingerprint scanner located on the back side. The main feature of the OPPO F5 is the advanced 20 MP selfie camera. The main camera also did not disappoint; it is responsible for a 16 megapixel module. All this is complemented by a large 6-inch display with a resolution of 2160x1080 pixels.

As for the filling, inside the smartphone lies an 8-core MediaTek MT6763T Helio P23 processor, 4 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory, naturally, expandable with a microSD card at the cost of an extra SIM card slot. Battery capacity - 3200 mAh. OPPO F5 can safely be called optimal choice for selfie lovers, otherwise nothing unusual.

#5 - Samsung Galaxy A6 (2018)

Price: 19990 rubles.
Samsung is primarily associated with flagship smartphones, but the company also has more budget lines, one of which includes the Galaxy A6 (2018). This device has everything necessary to be considered a good smartphone: a nice metal and glass body, a 5.6-inch Super AMOLED display, and Corning Gorilla Glass protection.

As for the hardware basis, it is an 8-core Exynos 7870 Octa processor, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory, which can be expanded. There is also support for 2 SIM cards and a face recognition system. The cameras did not disappoint either - the main 16 megapixel sensor complements the same front one. The battery has a capacity of 3000 mAh. The smartphone runs on the Android 8.0 Oreo operating system.

Samsung Galaxy A6

#4 - Honor 10

Price: 26990 rubles.
Honor 10 has clearly become one of the smartphones whose developers were inspired by the iPhone X. The front panel of Honor 10 is almost completely frameless and has a recognizable cutout at the top of the display for sensors and a front camera. The metal and plastic body houses a 5.84-inch display with a resolution of 2280×1080, and a fingerprint scanner is also located on the front panel.

Another trendy feature is the dual main camera with 24 and 16 megapixel modules, which is complemented by a 24 megapixel selfie camera. The hardware is also in perfect order: 8-core HiSilicon Kirin 970 processor, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal memory. Battery capacity - 3400 mAh. There is a module for NFC contactless payments, the operating system is Android 8.1.0 with the proprietary EMUI 8.1.0 shell. Reliable smartphone High Quality.

#3 - OnePlus 6

Price: 34,250 rubles.
OnePlus 6 is one of the top smartphones, which has already been eloquently nicknamed the “flagship killer.” And there is a reason for it, because OnePlus 6 combines a stylish and modern appearance, trendy solutions and advanced technical characteristics. The smartphone is equipped with a top-end Snapdragon 845 processor with a maximum frequency of 2.8 GHz. The gadget received a 6.28-inch Optic AMOLED display with an aspect ratio of 19:9 and Full HD+ resolution (2280x1080).

The main camera is dual with modules of 16 (Sony IMX519) and 20 (Sony IMX376K) megapixels and f/1.7 lens aperture, the front one is 16 megapixels with f/2.0 aperture. Battery capacity with support fast charging Dash Charge is 3300 mAh. In addition to a fingerprint scanner, the device is equipped with a face recognition sensor to unlock the screen.

#2 - Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus

Price: 66990 rubles.
Second place in the rating went to the flagship from Samsung - Galaxy S9+. Among its advantages is a large and curved 6.2-inch Super AMOLED display with thin frames and a trendy aspect ratio, covered protective glass CGG 5. The smartphone pleases with hardware, including an 8-core Samsung Exynos 9810 Octa processor, 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal memory, the amount of which can be expanded with a microSD card if desired.

The Galaxy S9+ is capable of taking truly high-quality pictures thanks to a 12+12 megapixel dual camera with autofocus and optical stabilization. Selfies are no worse - the 8 MP front camera is responsible for them. There is protection from water and dust, support for 2 SIM cards, Wi-Fi and 4G LTE. There is a 3500 mAh battery that supports fast charging. There is also a fingerprint scanner located on the back of the case. Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus is a popular flagship as it is, from design to top-end hardware.

Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus

#1 - iPhone X

Price: 65592 rubles.
You probably guessed in advance about the first place in our rating - this is the flagship smartphone iPhone X from Apple and the best-selling smartphone in general. Its 5.8-inch display with a signature cutout for sensors and a 7 MP front camera set a real trend and launched a whole wave of imitations. Just like FaceID - an innovative system for unlocking a device based on the user’s face. The quality of the images is also remarkable, for which the main dual camera of 12+12 MP with autofocus and optical stabilization is responsible. The hardware includes the proprietary 6-core Apple 11 Bionic processor, 3 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal memory. The 2716 mAh battery is compatible with both wireless and fast charging. Together with the smooth and stable operation of the Apple OS, perhaps best smartphone in the ranking, and it is very difficult to compete with him.

It's up to you to decide which smartphone you choose. However, we advise you to take a closer look at the devices from the rating; after all, these are the best phones of 2018-2019, and they are not recognized as such out of nowhere.

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№	CNET	Tom's Guide	T3	PC Magazine	PhoneArena
1		Apple iPhone XS Max	Apple iPhone XS	Apple iPhone XS Max	Apple iPhone XS
2					Apple iPhone XS Max
3					Galaxy Note 9
4	Apple iPhone XS			Samsung Galaxy S10 E
5	Samsung Galaxy S10 E			Moto G6
6
7		Moto G6
8	Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus	Samsung Galaxy S10 E	Sony Xperia XZ3	Moto E5
9	Samsung Galaxy S9	Asus Rog Phone	Samsung Galaxy S9		Apple iPhone 8 Plus
10		Apple iPhone 7	Huawei P20 PRO

Prices for each model in the list are indicated for the maximum configuration that can be purchased on the Russian market.

10. Sony Xperia XZ3

Price: 54990 rubles.

Peculiarity: The best display.

Characteristics:

• smartphone with Android 9.0
• Dual SIM support
• screen 6″, resolution 2880×1440
• 19MP camera, autofocus
• memory 64GB, memory card slot
• RAM capacity 6GB
• battery 3330mAh
• weight 193g, WxHxD 73x158x9.90mm

The top ten best smartphones of 2019 in terms of price and quality opens with a powerful, lightweight and waterproof premium smartphone from Sony. Its OLED HDR screen features wide viewing angles and high pixel density. This is perhaps the brightest screen that modern smartphones can have. In doing so, it adapts to what is shown on the screen, locally darkening dark areas for better black balance and the best contrast with high brightness levels.

Dynamic Vibration System technology gives the effect of immersion in what is happening on the screen. This is achieved simply - by turning on vibration as an addition to the visual and sound range.

The large amount of RAM allows the XZ3 to easily handle anything from graphically intensive games to video and image editing.

The phone can record 4K videos. And at the lower 1080p resolution, it has two levels of electronic interference protection that Sony calls Steady Shot (the phone's accelerometer is used to smooth out the user's hand shake and jerkiness).

Pros: excellent connection quality even in places where other smartphones fail, high sound quality from the speakers even at maximum volume. Sony claims the XZ3 has the longest battery life of any flagship Android or iPhone smartphone.

Minuses: It is better not to use the screen without a protective film, minor scratches occur, the body is very slippery, there is no fast charging.

Price: 44990 rubles.

Peculiarity: The most beautiful design.

Characteristics:

• smartphone with Android 9.0
• Dual SIM support
• screen 6.4″, resolution 2310×1080
• dual camera 48MP, autofocus
• 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS, GLONASS
• RAM capacity 8GB
• battery 4000mAh
• weight 180g, WxHxD 75.40×156.90×8.10mm

The Honor brand has made a name for itself with high-quality devices at an affordable price. But among them and among the best smartphones of 2019 in our ranking, the View20 stands out thanks to its amazing design. Unlike previous smartphones in the line with gradient and linear tints on the “back,” the View20 reflects light in the shape of the letter V. This looks especially impressive on a red phone.

The device is equipped with the top-end Huawei Kirin 980 processor, a huge 6.4-inch FHD+ LCD display, large storage capacity, 6 or 8 GB of RAM, and a super-fast fingerprint scanner.

Pros: all applications “fly”, the battery lasts up to one and a half days at full load, the main and selfie cameras are excellent, albeit without optical stabilization.

Minuses: Auto-brightness does not always work correctly, you have to turn it up manually, there is only one speaker, there is no dust and moisture protection.

Price: 34990 rubles.

Peculiarity: The most frameless smartphone.

Characteristics:

• smartphone with Android 9.0
• Dual SIM support
• screen 6.39″, resolution 2340×1080
• dual rear camera 12MP/12MP, autofocus
• 3G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS, GLONASS
• RAM capacity 6GB
• battery 3200mAh
• weight 218g, WxHxD 74.69×157.89×8.46mm

This is the first slider in the Xiaomi smartphone line. And its appearance makes you fall in love with the phone at first sight. Uncompromising framelessness, without any cutouts or holes. Ideal for those who like to watch videos on their smartphone.

Although the main camera is inferior in image quality to such recognized camera phones as Huawei Mate 20 Pro and iPhone XS Max, it takes a solid “A” for its price category. In addition, it has a mode with advanced settings.

Mi Mix 3 also has the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor and the same 6 GB of RAM as most competitors. Overall this perfect phone for those who have a good idea of ​​what they want from a smartphone and do not want to overpay for unnecessary options.

Pros: In terms of the ratio of design, price and functionality, this model is perhaps optimal in the ranking of the best smartphones of 2019. Of course, the price of Mi Mix 3 cannot be called budget, but compared to the clearly inflated price of the same Note 9 or XS Max, the “Chinese” is the most profitable.

Minuses: The cover collects all fingerprints, not all games and applications are optimized for the aspect ratio, because of this a large black stripe at the bottom may be visible.

Price: 59990 rubles.

Peculiarity: Photo flagship.

Characteristics:

• smartphone with Android 9.0
• Dual SIM support
• screen 6.39″, resolution 3120×1440
• three cameras 40MP/20MP/8MP, autofocus
• 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS, GLONASS
• RAM capacity 6GB
• battery 4200mAh
• weight 189g, WxHxD 72.30×157.80×8.60mm

The best smartphones of 2019 boast good photo and video quality. However, the best of the best this moment is Huawei Mate 20 Pro.

On its back is Leica's superb triple camera system, capable of 5x hybrid zoom, 3x optical zoom and 0.6x wide-angle zoom to ensure photos capture as much detail as possible. Superb nighttime images are achieved by stitching multiple shots together into one, and Smart HDR identifies over 1,500 scenarios across 25 shooting categories so you can get photos with great light and more dynamic range.

Combined with robust camera software, the Mate 20 Pro is the best all-around photography flagship smartphone on the market.

In addition to the triple main camera, the device is equipped with Huawei's top-notch Kirin 980 processor, 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. It also has a battery that reviews say lasts for two days of heavy use, as well as 40W cable fast charging and 15W fast wireless charging. And as icing on a huge cake, the Mate 20 Pro can wirelessly charge another Qi-compatible device.

Pros: triple main camera, top performance, lower price compared to main competitors, long lasting battery life.

Minuses: very slippery, the screen is often defective - after a while it “turns green” (this can be seen at low brightness settings).

Price: 91990 rubles.

Peculiarity: The best smartphone with a large screen.

Characteristics:

• smartphone with Android 8.1
• Dual SIM support
• screen 6.4″, resolution 2960×1440
• memory 512GB, memory card slot
• 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS, GLONASS
• RAM capacity 8GB
• battery 4000mAh
• weight 201g, WxHxD 76.40×161.90×8.80mm

The king of big and powerful phones has a 6.4-inch screen - 0.1 inches larger than the previous version. It has bright and rich colors, impeccable black balance and great viewing angles.

Like the Galaxy S9, the Note 9 has a different processor depending on where you buy it. The European model is powered by Samsung's Exynos 9810 chip, while the North American model uses Qualcomm's Snapdragon 845 processor, which powers the OnePlus 6 and other top-end phones released in 2018.

The dual camera system on the back is the same as the Galaxy S9+. This is a dual 12 MP camera: one wide-angle with dual aperture, and the other with a 2x telephoto lens. New to the Note 9 is an artificial intelligence system that optimizes photo quality by recognizing a range of objects even if the image is blurry.

Another new addition is the Bluetooth-enabled S Pen. In addition to the usual screen recording with the stylus, you can use the S Pen to trigger actions on your phone such as taking a photo in the camera app, pausing music, or presenting the next slide in PowerPoint.

Pros: Excellent performance, fits comfortably in a large hand, excellent photo and video quality.

Minuses: The battery barely lasts a day under intense use, no wireless headphones included, overpriced.

Price: 58990 rubles.

Peculiarity: The best Chinese smartphone.

Characteristics:

• smartphone with Android 9.0
• Dual SIM support
• screen 6.41″, resolution 2340×1080
• dual camera 16MP/20MP, autofocus
• memory 256GB, without memory card slot
• 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS, GLONASS
• RAM capacity 8GB
• battery 3700mAh
• weight 185g, WxHxD 74.80×157.50×8.20mm

OnePlus is the best smartphone of 2019 from China when it comes to performance. In the Geekbench 4 overall performance test, it was second only to the latest three Apple models. Business Insider called it 6T.

And the 6T's screen is comparable in brightness and color accuracy to the Pixel 3, which costs about $200 more.

OnePlus isn't the first phone maker to put an in-display fingerprint sensor, but in this model it's less demanding and snappy.

Like the OnePlus 6T, the new model comes with a 16MP and 20MP dual rear camera setup and a 20MP front-facing camera. However, the manufacturer has made some improvements to the 6T's software to improve photo quality, especially in portraits and at night.

Pros: lightning-fast operation of the face scanner, user-friendly interface, prompt release of updates, smoothness and speed of processes.

Minuses: average mono speaker sound quality, no notification indicator, no headphone jack, not enough wireless charging.

Price: 64990 rubles.

Peculiarity: The best Apple smartphone.

Characteristics:

• smartphone with iOS 12
• screen 6.1″, resolution 1792×828
• 12MP camera, autofocus
• memory 128GB, without memory card slot
• 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS, GLONASS
• weight 194g, WxHxD 75.70×150.90×8.30mm

This model has a number of advantages compared to its more expensive counterparts. It has a larger screen than the XS (6.1 inches versus 5.8 inches), comes in a wide range of colors, and has the best battery life of any iPhone.

Apple installed the same 12-megapixel wide-angle camera on the iPhone XR as on the XS and XS Max, but without the 2x zoom. Despite this, photos come out with excellent dynamic range, color and detail, as well as good low-light performance. The XR's selfie camera is identical to that of the iPhone XS.

Pros: has a majority iPhone capabilities X and XS, including performance, Face ID and wireless charging. At the same time it costs less.

Minuses: at rear camera no optical zoom. The LCD screen is large and bright, but the contrast level is inferior to the OLED screen of the iPhone XS.

Price: 76990 rubles.

Peculiarity: The best new product of 2019.

Characteristics:

• smartphone with Android 9.0
• Dual SIM support
• screen 6.4″
• three cameras 16MP/12MP/12MP, autofocus
• memory 128GB, memory card slot
• 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS, GLONASS
• RAM capacity 8GB
• battery 4100mAh
• weight 175g, WxHxD 74.10×157.60×7.80mm

The top three in the top 10 best smartphones of 2019 opens with a flagship from Samsung with a 6.4-inch AMOLED screen, a battery that will last all day with the most active use, and a combination of three rear cameras.

So far, the S10 Plus is the only one of Samsung's four new Galaxy S10 phones to offer up to 1TB of built-in storage and a ceramic finish on the 512GB and 1TB models.

It's a small thing, but it's nice that after two years of complaints, Samsung listened to users and released software that will allow you to reassign Bixby button to open another application.

Pros: bright and contrasting AMOLED screen, long battery life and many useful tools cameras. Ability to charge wirelessly from another device.

Minuses: At night and in low light, photos taken by the Galaxy S10 Plus don't come out as detailed as when using the Pixel 3's Night mode. The ultrasonic fingerprint scanner isn't always fast or accurate. Tends to slip out of hands and off surfaces, especially if they are not perfectly smooth.

Price: 46490 rubles.

Peculiarity: The best Android smartphone.

Characteristics:

• smartphone with Android 9.0
• screen 5.5″, resolution 2160×1080
• camera 12.20MP, autofocus
• memory 64GB, without memory card slot
• 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS, GLONASS
• RAM capacity 4GB
• battery 2915mAh
• weight 148g, WxHxD 68.20×145.60×7.90mm

Why we chose Pixel for the role best android smartphone at the moment? Thanks to the magnificent software Google. The main feature of the Pixel 3 is Google Assistant, which can be integrated with other services such as Gmail and Calendar. This is usually useful - especially Assistant's new ability to answer calls on your behalf. (Yes, this sounds crazy, but in fact it helps fight spam calls). On the other hand, constant notifications, tips and tricks are annoying, but fortunately, you can turn off these features.

What's also impressive about this phone is the bright and clear photos taken with just one rear camera. However, Pixel rivals, including the OnePlus 6T, iPhone XS and Galaxy Note 9, require two cameras (and sometimes more) to produce the same quality photos.

Pros: Takes great photos even in very low light and can take widescreen selfies. The device is waterproof and has wireless charging.

Minuses: There is no way to expand the memory and there is no headphone jack.

1. Apple iPhone XS Max

Price: 106990 rubles.

Peculiarity: The best smartphone of the year.

Characteristics:

• smartphone with iOS 12
• support for two SIM cards (nano SIM+eSIM)
• screen 5.8″, resolution 2436×1125
• dual camera 12MP/12MP, autofocus
• memory 512GB, without memory card slot
• 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS, GLONASS
• weight 177g, WxHxD 70.90×143.60×7.70mm

And because of its 6.5-inch screen, this device looks like a mini cinema that you carry in your pocket.

The XS Max is IP68 rated for dust and water resistance. That is, the device can withstand immersion to a depth of two meters for up to 30 minutes.

The XS Max's dual rear cameras deliver superior photo quality even in low light, with an aperture that lets in up to 50 percent more light without sacrificing sharpness. In addition, you can independently adjust the depth of field after shooting.

Another nice little fact: facial recognition works faster on the iPhone XS Max than on the iPhone X. This is due to improved algorithms in iOS 12.

Pros: big and beautiful OLED display, ultra-fast A12 Bionic processor, longer battery life than the iPhone XS, excellent cameras with Smart HDR and improved bokeh mode.

Minuses: Lack of USB-C fast charging out of the box.

Smartphones have taken their strong place in our lives; few people today can imagine their life without gadgets. And indeed, how many new and unique possibilities this device offers, replacing a telephone, a video, a camera, and much more. Every year, manufacturers release more and more functional and attractive smartphone models, leaving the right of choice to the consumer. However, such an abundance of types of phones often takes even technology-savvy people by surprise.

When buying a smartphone, they most often take into account price, quality, technical characteristics, and, of course, customer reviews. The year of manufacture of the device is also important. operating system etc. If you have decided to purchase a smartphone and have not decided on the choice, then our material, which reveals in detail the features of the most top-end smartphones, is just for you. So, we present to your attention the Top 13 best smartphones of 2019.

List of the best smartphone models

10.Huawei Nova 2

The best budget smartphone, one of the most successful and cutest models of 2017, Huawei Nova 2 pleases with its rich color scheme and technical characteristics.

The OS version with which this model is presented is Android 7.0. The 5-inch diagonal metal body fits comfortably in one hand. Main camera 12+8 megapixels, front camera 20 megapixels, optical stabilization, autofocus. The device is equipped with an eight-core HiSilicon Kirin 659 processor, which ensures efficient operation without slowdown. The built-in memory capacity is 64GB, in addition, there is a memory card slot supporting microSD format up to 64GB. RAM is 4 GB, which allows you to work even with demanding applications. Battery capacity 2950 mAh.

Advantages:

• Dual main camera;
• The ratio of price and technical characteristics;
• Dual sim support;
• A-GPS system;
• Fingerprint reading;
• Affordable price;
• Fast charging function.

Flaws:

• Lack of NFC;
• When shooting at night, the quality decreases;
• Combination card slot.

9. HTC U11

The new flagship from HTC is the perfect balance between price and technical specifications. The screen diagonal is 5.5 inches, allowing you to watch movies and play games without much strain on your eyes; the display has a rich color gamut. The operating system is Android 7.1, the resolution of the main camera is 12 megapixels, and the front one is 16 megapixels, which allows you to take excellent selfies, Gorilla Glass 5 display protection.

The smartphone is equipped with an 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Mobile Platform processor with a clock frequency of up to 2.45 GHz. Based on carrier and region configurations, there are two options: 4 GB RAM, 64 GB internal memory, and 6 GB RAM, 128 GB total memory, in both cases the memory can be expanded using a MicroSD memory card. Battery 3000 mAh.

Advantages:

• The case is protected from moisture and dust;
• Great pictures;
• Device edge compression technology;
• Value for money;
• Gorilla Glass 5 display protection;
• Autonomy.

Flaws:

• Glass and slippery back panel;
• Price.

8. Xiaomi Mi 6

The new Chinese smartphone has quite high-priority technical characteristics, let's take a closer look: the main camera is dual 12MP + 12MP, the front camera resolution is 8 megapixels + effects, 10x digital zoom. There is support for multi-touch, anti-glare display, 5.15 inches FullHD.

The model comes with built-in memory 64 GB and 128 GB, RAM 6 GB. An 8-core processor with a clock frequency of 2.45 GHz runs Android 7.1 Nougat (MIUI8). This model is a combination of the latest technology, performance and modern trends. The battery capacity is 3350 mAh, thereby ensuring the operation of the device throughout the day. Hermetically sealed connectors protect the smartphone from splashes.

Advantages:

• Support for two SIM cards;
• Protection of the internal system from splashes and rain;
• Large amount of RAM;
• Fast charging;
• User-friendly design;
• Four-axis optical stabilization;
• The ratio of characteristics and price.

Flaws:

• Slippery body;
• Lack of memory card slot;
• Lack of a standard headphone jack (3.5mm)

7. Lenovo K6 Note

New from the manufacturer Lenovo - a good inexpensive smartphone, an optimal device, with an excellent display, including all the necessary functions modern smartphone. Screen diagonal - 5.5 inches, OS Android 6.0 Marshmallow, 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon processor with a clock frequency of 1.4 GHz ensures quick change of applications, etc.

RAM 3 GB, built-in memory 32 GB, there is a slot for a memory card. The photo quality is very high, the main camera shoots with autofocus, the resolution is 16 megapixels, and the front one is 8 MP. Battery capacity 4000 mAh.

Advantages:

• High-quality display;
• High-quality front camera;
• Affordable price;
• Durable, good battery;
• Autonomy.

Flaws:

• Built-in battery;
• Combined slot for 2nd SIM card;
• Weak processor;
• Weak sound in headphones.

6. LG G7

The model has a design that is quite standard for most smartphones, the corners of the body are rounded, the side frame has a slight convexity. The back panel of the case is glass, made of carefully tempered Gorilla Glass 5, with a mirror underneath, which gives the appearance of the device additional attractiveness. However, this material is sensitive to physical stress and scratches, so it is better to immediately place the gadget in a case. This is especially due to the fact that the side frames are made of polished metal, which are quite slippery, therefore, the likelihood that the device will jump out of your hands and fall to the floor increases significantly. On the rear panel, all elements are located almost flush with the plane of the body; they protrude only a few tenths of a millimeter. There is a dual camera, a bright and powerful LED flash, the fingerprint scanner area is somewhat recessed, but this only adds convenience, as it allows you to find it very quickly.

The frames on the front panel are narrow, there are no buttons at the bottom, so the display occupies almost the entire surface. The power and volume buttons are located on the side and are quite rigid. The phone has connectors for connecting two nano-SIM format SIM cards and one microSD, and one of the slots is hybrid - either a SIM card or a memory card is installed. The model is equipped with an IPS display covered with 2.5D glass. Brightness is adjusted both automatically and manually. Multi-touch sensor – supports up to 10 simultaneous touches. The front camera is single, its resolution is 8 megapixels, this indicator will be quite enough for high-quality selfies. The operating system is Android 8.0, which is equipped with the manufacturer’s proprietary shell. The processor is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chip with a frequency of up to 2.8 GHz. The amount of RAM is 4 GB, the drive can hold up to 64 GB of data, the maximum capacity of the memory card is 256 GB.

Advantages:

• High-speed interface;
• High quality speaker sound, rich bass;
• Powerful and efficient processor;
• Quite bright screen.

Flaws:

• Facial recognition is performed only using the front camera;
• Expensive;
• Not very high battery capacity.

Samsung Galaxy S8 is rightfully considered the best Samsung smartphone of last year. The world's first, incredibly powerful 10nm processor ensures instant operation of the gadget with minimal power consumption. A special advantage is 100% protection from water and dust; the smartphone can withstand a half-hour immersion in fresh water at a depth of one and a half meters.

Super Amoled color screen type, protects it from scratches and gives rich colors, protective Gorilla Glass 5 optics. Runs Android 7.0 Nougat OS, and has an eight-core processor with a maximum frequency of 2.5 GHz. The main camera is 12 MP F1.7 fast lens allows you to take professional pictures in ULTRA HD format, the front camera is 8 megapixels with autofocus and FullHD resolution. The volume of built-in memory is 64 GB, there is a slot for a memory card with a maximum resolution of 256 GB, RAM 4 GB.

Advantages:

• Ease of use;
• Multimedia capabilities;
• Perfect selfies;
• Dual Pixel technology;
• Multi-frame shooting;
• 3D screen;
• Decent selection of colors;
• Fast charging;
• Gorilla Glass 5 protection;
• Performance.

Flaws:

• Combined card slot;
• Price.

4.Huawei Honor 9

A worthy flagship, a new product from Huawei, characterized by natural color reproduction, ideal viewing angles and a protected glass body. Specifications The smartphone is also pleased with its own 8-core Kirin 960 processor with a clock frequency of 2.4 GHz, operating Android system 7.1 Nougat (EMUI 5.1).

The dual main camera takes pictures with a resolution of 20MP+12MP, and the front one is 8 megapixels, it is worth noting that the Huawei brand best camera among Chinese smartphones. Model Huawei Honor 9 comes in two configurations: operating memory - 6 GB or 4 GB, built-in memory 64 GB or 128 GB, there is a slot for a MicroSD memory card, with maximum size memory expansion up to 256 GB, battery capacity 3200 mAh.

Advantages:

• Availability of IR port;
• Fast charging;
• The best camera;
• Wireless TV output;
• Decent selection of colors;
• 4G LTE;
• Value for money and characteristics.

Flaws:

• No optical stabilization;
• Combined slot for 2nd SIM.

User-friendly design, unlimited camera capabilities, incredibly fast sensor and other undeniable advantages make the smartphone one of the leaders among flagship models. OLED Multi Touch – 5.8-inch full-screen display. Protection against water, splashes and dust, degree of protection IP67. iPhone X is powered by the A11 Bionic processor with 64-bit architecture. The main built-in 12 megapixel camera with a wide-angle f/1.8 aperture lens and an f/2.4 telephoto lens and 10x digital zoom takes professional photos and videos of the highest quality. The flagship iPhone X has dual image stabilization when shooting video.

The frame of the mobile device is made of a special stainless alloy, which is used for the production of surgical instruments. The device is available in two color options – white and black. It has the function of recognizing the owner’s face, and it works much faster compared to a fingerprint scanner and shows itself perfectly even in complete darkness. There is wireless charging, and the battery itself gains energy quite quickly.
Advantages:

• Lens protection with sapphire crystal;
• HD video recording;
• Video 4K;
• Noise suppression;
• User-friendly design.

Flaws:

• Price.

2.One Plus 6

In second place in our review was another model from a well-known Chinese manufacturer. The appearance of the device is original, it is difficult to confuse it with products of other brands. The width of the side frames is only 2 mm, which gives the smartphone even more grace. Like all modern models, it has a fingerprint scanner. It comes in three color options - black, silver and red. The display diagonal is 6.4 inches, it has an anti-glare coating - it is convenient to use even in bright sunlight. Display resolution 3040x1440 pixels.

In terms of memory, the gadget also has variations - 6 RAM and 64 built-in, 8 RAM and 128 built-in, or 8 RAM and 256 built-in. There is a Snapdragon 845 processor, well suited for fairly demanding games, even powerful applications will not slow down due to the Adreno 630 graphics accelerator. The main camera is triple - each of them has a resolution of 16 megapixels, the front camera is 8 megapixels. The device is equipped with a battery with a capacity of 3840 mAh with wireless charging (the station will have to be purchased separately).
Advantages:

• Original and attractive design;
• Latest version of Android operating system;
• Good performance;
• Provides protection from dust and moisture;
• The battery charges very quickly.

Flaws:

• For a Chinese device it is quite expensive;
• There is no memory card slot.

1. Samsung Galaxy Note 9

The leader of our rating of the best smartphones of 2019 is a model that should rather be classified as a phablet than a smartphone in the classical sense, largely due to the decent overall dimensions of the product. The design of the smartphone is typical for the products of this manufacturer - the side frame is made of polished metal, it tapers on the sides, the glass front and back panels are almost flat, and they are also rounded on the sides. The device is comfortable to hold in your hand, despite its significant dimensions. The body looks monolithic; when compressed, there are no hints of play or squeaks. It is worth noting that the surfaces are slippery, so you should immediately protect the gadget from damage by purchasing a case. The main camera is dual, it practically does not protrude beyond the body, the LED flash is very bright. The fingerprint scanner is slightly recessed into the body. On the front side, the upper and lower frames are almost the same size - there is not a single button at the bottom, and a speaker, a set of necessary sensors, and a front camera are installed on top.
The device is designed to use two SIM cards in micro-SIM format, but one of them can be replaced with a microSD memory card; it is worth noting that they can be changed even with a working smartphone. The gadget can be used even under water, as it is protected from moisture according to the international standard IP68. The model is powered by a single-chip Exynos 9 Series 9810 processor, which accelerates to 2.7 GHz. RAM, depending on the configuration, can be 6 or 8 GB, storage capacity is 128 or 512 GB. The smartphone interacts well with demanding applications, and the load on the battery is not too great.

Advantages:

• Excellent battery life;
• Top-end hardware installed;
• Very bright screen;
• The interface is fast and intuitive;
• High resolution main camera module;
• Made in a strict style.

Flaws:

• Except for high cost not found.

Promising new products for 2019

3. Samsung Galaxy S10

The newest model from the Korean manufacturer, characterized by the minimum weight of the gadget, which is only 57 g with overall dimensions of 149.9x70.4x7.8 mm. The device went on sale on March 8, people who pre-ordered the device received original wireless headphones. The display here is the newest, almost completely devoid of various distractions. The only thing that can occupy the user's attention, besides what is happening on the screen, is associated with the cutout in the upper right corner. The display diagonal is 6.1 inches. It is an OLED-type panel that is capable of supporting QHD+ resolution, the edges are rounded with the end sections, which gives the product additional solidity and attractiveness. There is support for HDR10+, due to which it is possible to achieve maximum clarity and realism of the image. The screen brightness is excellent, making the device easy to use even in direct sunlight. Like most smartphones, there is a light sensor installed here that will adjust the brightness settings automatically.

The design is quite familiar and familiar to people who have already used devices from this manufacturer. The back panel is made of tempered glass, and there is a USB-C connector at the bottom end. The thickness is insignificant, the phone is very comfortable to hold in your hands. The device has as much as 8 GB of RAM - not everyone Personal Computer or a laptop can boast such high parameters. Depending on the configuration of the device, the built-in memory is either 128 or 512 GB; there is also support for microSD memory cards and Qi wireless charging. It is worth noting that the smartphone is IP68 rated. The battery capacity here is 3400 mAh - not too much, but quite enough for reasonable use of the device. The product runs on the Android 9 Pie platform, which in terms of interface is significantly different from its competitors for the better. The main camera has a resolution of 12 megapixels with good light sensitivity, it is triple – there is also a module for shooting video at 12 megapixels and a wide-angle camera with 16 megapixels.

Advantages:

• There are almost no frames around the display;
• Significant amount of RAM and physical memory;
• Good processor performance;
• Latest version of the operating system.

Flaws:

• High price.

2.Huawei Mate X

The presentation of the smartphone took place on February 24, 2019. This is the first foldable device that is equipped with a large diagonal display and the most modern hardware. In terms of appearance, a significant number of innovative possibilities are reflected. The body is somewhat angular, made of metal and plastic. If necessary, the device can be unfolded, thereby turning it into a full-fledged tablet, which is used not only for games or surfing the Internet, but also for work. In the process of developing the folding mechanism, it was decided to use more than a hundred different parts. The front panel is almost completely occupied by the screen, the three frames of which are almost invisible. All buttons responsible for navigation are virtual. The back side is equipped not only with an additional display element, but also with a fairly thick side panel. Here you can find a huge number of elements - a triple camera, a dual LED flash, a fingerprint scanner, and so on. At the bottom there are several microphones, a speaker, and there is also a place for a connector USB Type-C. There are also several microphones on the top side.

If necessary, the rear display can be used separately, which gives the device even more originality. The weight of the product is 295 grams with overall dimensions of 161.3 x 78.3 (146.2 when unfolded) x 11 (5.4 when unfolded) mm. The display diagonal is impressive - it is as much as 8 inches with a resolution of 2480x2200 pixels. The main element here is the eight-core Kirin 980 processor, the maximum clock speed of which can reach 2.6 GHz, which, together with the Mali-G76 MP10 graphics accelerator, gives excellent performance and instant response of the device. The smartphone has 8 GB of RAM with 512 physical memory, and it is possible to install the latest generation NM memory cards, the volume of which can reach 256 GB. The battery capacity is 4500 mAh and supports fast charging. The model operates on the Android 9.0 operating system.

Advantages:

• Unique appearance;
• Display that folds in half;
• Versatility - it is both a smartphone and a full-fledged tablet;
• Triple camera from Leica;
• Superior performance and speed;
• Very large screen diagonal.

Flaws:

• There is no classic headphone jack;
• Very high cost of the device.

1. Xiaomi Mi 9

This is the first flagship smartphone that was introduced this year. It is significantly different from its predecessors released by this Chinese company. First of all, users note the very attractive appearance of the gadget, its thin body, the metal frame in which it is placed, as well as the front and back panels made of high-quality and carefully tempered glass. The body of the device is as ergonomic as possible, due to which it fits comfortably in the hand and does not slip out of it. On the back panel you can find a triple main camera, which is additionally decorated with LED backlighting, which makes it stand out this model among competitors. At the bottom of the device there is a single speaker and a connector USB-C type. The buttons are located traditionally for models of this company: on the right side you can easily find the volume rocker, under which there is a built-in power on and off button, on the left there is a tray for installing a nano-SIM format SIM card, and there is also a button to call the voice assistant.

The display diagonal is 6.3 inches, FHD+ resolution, which is equivalent to 2340x1080 pixels. The screen to bezel area ratio is 90.7%, which is one of the highest figures today. The cutout for the front camera is made minimal, so it will hardly create discomfort when using full-screen games or while viewing photos or videos. The display is reliably protected using the latest generation of tempered glass Gorilla Glass 6, which perfectly protects the product from various types of physical damage, and a slightly worse glass is glued to the back panel - Gorilla Glass 5. The high-speed Snapdragon 855 microchip is used as a processor, which in terms of performance outperforms almost all smartphones on sale today. There is enough RAM here to install full-fledged Wii mobile emulators, PPSSPP. All running applications They work smoothly, the frame rate is high, no freezes were noticed. The design runs on the Android Pie operating system, which is characterized by the fastest interface. The fingerprint scanner here is simply built into the display, so it’s enough to touch the screen and the smartphone is activated, unlocking occurs within a few fractions of a second. The battery capacity is 3300 mAh, so you will have to charge the gadget quite often.

Updated 10/12/19. Added Samsung Galaxy A50 and OPPO Reno 2.

Xiaomi Mi 9

• three cameras 48 / 16 / 12 MP
• memory up to 8/128 (or 12/256) GB, without memory card slot
• battery 3300 mAh

The updated flagship Xiaomi Mi 9 became the company's first gadget with a triple camera. He takes excellent photos - examples of photos can be seen in ours. Smart AI-based functions not only help you take cool pictures, but also monitor optimal energy consumption, so that even with a 3300 mAh battery, the gadget works without recharging for up to two days.

Another innovation is a frameless design with a drop instead of a bang and the return of wireless charging. The back here is made of mirror glass with an unusual iridescent effect and is protected by Gorilla Glass 5. Black, blue and pink models will be available for sale.

Having scored more than 370,000 points in AnTuTu, the new Xiaimi Mi 9 has become one of the most powerful Android smartphones. And this is not surprising, because it runs on the top 7nm Snapdragon 855 processor. In the maximum configuration, the gadget will receive 8/128 GB of memory, the model will be available to buy in March 2019. A separate model with 12/256 GB will also be available for sale, but its price and release date are still unknown.

Samsung Galaxy S10 and S10+

• screen 6.2″ or 6.4″, QHD+ resolution (2960×1440)
• triple camera 16 MP F/2.2 + 12 MP F/1.5-F/2.4 + 12 MP F/2.4
• memory 8/128 GB, memory card slot
• battery 3400 mAh or 4100 mAh

On February 20, Samsung presented new line, which included three smartphones: the affordable S10e, S10 and S10+. We included the S10/10+ in our rating, but the S10e is also a flagship, albeit with reduced specifications. But the two older models are not much different: except that the plus version has a larger screen, two front-facing cameras and a more capacious battery.

The new items received large AMOLED screens with cutouts for front cameras. Both smartphones run on an eight-core Exynos 9820 processor, are equipped with a triple camera with support for artificial intelligence and 8/128 GB of memory. In the top configuration, the S10+ received as many as 12 gigs of RAM and 1 TB of storage! Another feature of the S10 is that the smartphone can serve as a wireless charging station. You can charge smart watches, headphones and even other smartphones from it.

The main feature of the iPhone Xs Max is its large frameless screen - this is the first large smartphone among those released by Apple (iPhone 11 was also released in September 2019 Pro Max with a similar 6.5-inch diagonal). The Xs Max model has the ability to use two SIM cards, one of which - eSIM - recently began to work in Russia. So far, communication from virtual operators is quite expensive, but in the future the situation may change.

iPhone takes great selfies, supports latest version iOS 12 and runs on a powerful processor Apple A12 Bionic. Unlocking via face recognition has become faster for the model, and the camera now allows you to adjust the sharpness of the pictures after taking them.

However, the previous iPhone X remains relevant in 2019 - the gadget still has excellent cameras and powerful hardware. In addition, after the release of the Xs line, prices for “tens” became lower - you can buy an iPhone X from 55,000 rubles.

iPhone 11 Pro

In 2019, Apple pleased fans of the brand with new smartphones: iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro. The new products have become more powerful than previous models and have received one additional camera - the base 11th model has two, and the firmware has three. Considering that previous iPhones are quite productive and take good pictures, we will not include the iPhone 11 Pro in the overall top 10 smartphones of 2019 - still, there is not much new in the new products.

In 2020, the company will release another line of iPhones - and in them we expect interesting innovations that will compensate for the lack of them in the 11th models.

Huawei P30 Pro

• OLED screen 6.5", resolution 2340x1080
• triple camera 40 MP (f/1.6) + 20 MP (f/2.2) + 8 MP (f/3.4), TOF sensor
• memory up to 8/256 GB, slot for HUAWEI NM memory card
• battery 4200 mAh

One of the best camera phones of 2019 will certainly be relevant in 2020. The AI-enabled triple camera takes really cool pictures - you'll find plenty of examples in our review. The model received a large OLED display with curved edges, a waterdrop notch and an in-display fingerprint sensor. As a processor - top Huawei Kirin 980 based on 7nm process technology. The model comes in an 8/256 GB version and supports the manufacturer’s branded memory cards.

The model has good battery life and charges quickly - 55% in the first 30 minutes. The smartphone also supports wireless charging and can itself act as a charging station. The list of equipment for the new product also includes WLAN-ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, IP68 - in general, everything is as befits a flagship. The price is the same flagship - about 60,000 rubles.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3

• screen 6.39″, resolution 2340×1080
• dual camera 12/12 MP
• memory up to 10/128 GB, without memory card slot
• battery 3200 mAh

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 is a long-awaited new product for 2019. In the top configuration, the gadget will receive 10 GB of RAM! It is not yet clear why a smartphone needs such a volume of RAM, but on paper such characteristics look impressive. The gadget’s frameless screen also attracts attention: the front camera and all sensors are hidden in a retractable block. The only thing that is not impressive is the small battery capacity - 3200 mAh seems too small for such a large screen. However, fast charging Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 promises to save the situation.

The smartphone went on sale on February 7, and DxOMark experts have already assessed its shooting quality and placed the model in fifth place in their rating of camera phones. The main camera here is double - 12+12 megapixels, the front one is also equipped with two matrices - 24+2 megapixels. Also at MWC 2019 they presented a special version of the gadget - .

OPPO Reno 2

• screen 6.5″, resolution 2400×1080
• four cameras 48 / 8 / 13 / 2 MP
• memory 8/256 GB, memory card slots
• battery 4000 mAh

The OPPO smartphone features incredibly fast charging: the gadget supports VOOC Flash Charge technology and charges up to 40% in just 10 minutes! However, fast charging is not the only advantage of the model. First of all, this is a camera phone that can take great pictures. There are four main cameras, and the front one is hidden in a fin module that extends out of the body.

The gadget received a record amount of built-in memory for the manufacturer - 256 GB. In this case, you can use memory cards with your smartphone. The processor here is not a flagship, but quite powerful Snapdragon 730. And, of course, there is support for the latest Bluetooth 5.0 and NFC interfaces.

LG V40 ThinQ

• screen 6.4″, resolution 3120×1440
• triple camera 12 / 16 / 12 MP
• battery 3300 mAh

One of LG's latest flagships is the V40 ThinQ. Its main feature is five cameras: three main and two front. Like all devices in the line, the smartphone supports a lot of smart functions and settings for mobile shooting. The screen of the new model has grown to 6.4 inches, and the frames have become narrower. The back is made of frosted glass, not glossy, like most “dirty” ones.

The gadget runs on a powerful Snapdragon 845 combined with 6 GB of RAM. Another feature of the model is its advanced musical hardware in the form of a 32-unit DAC and Boombox speaker. By the way, at MWC 2019 LG showed the updated V50 ThinQ with 5G support. We wrote more about the new product.

LG also has a similar, but less expensive model, which came out in early 2018. The smartphone also runs on Snapdragon 845 and supports smart features, which help create good pictures in any lighting conditions. However, it only has two main cameras and a slightly smaller screen - 6.1 instead of 6.4 inches.

HTC U12 Plus

• screen 6″, resolution 2880×1440
• dual camera 12/16 MP
• memory up to 6/128 GB, memory card slot
• battery 3500 mAh

HTC U12 Plus became the first smartphone with a “transparent” back. In the “Transparent Blue” color, on the cover of the gadget you can see the battery, antennas and component cables. HTC calls its design "Liquid Surface". We won’t argue about the practicality of such a solution, but the design looks great.

DxOMark experts highly appreciated the quality of the HTC U12 Plus images and placed the smartphone in third place in their rating (at the end of 2018). The gadget is equipped with a 12+16 megapixel dual camera with a telephoto lens and an optical stabilizer. To create cool photos in low light, the smartphone uses HDR Boost technology, in which the U12 Plus takes several photos at different exposures and combines them into one frame.

Samsung Galaxy A50

• screen 6.4″, resolution 2340×1080
• camera 25 / 8 / 5 MP
• memory up to 6/128 GB, memory card slot
• battery 4000 mAh

In the “best smartphone under 20,000 rubles” category, the Galaxy A50 is a confident leader. In the official Samsung store, a model with 64 GB of internal memory can be purchased for 17,990 rubles. The device is equipped with a large 4000 mAh battery. The gadget will definitely be able to last one and a half to two days without recharging. By the way, there are several more interesting models in the 2019 Galaxy A line - you can find a review of the A50 and A30.

This model uses a separate slot for memory cards (up to 512 GB) and two SIM card slots. The device runs on the proprietary Samsng Exynos 9610 processor and runs all popular 3D games. There is also support here Bluetooth 5.0 and NFC are an excellent set for a smartphone for 18,000 rubles. Plus, in the Galaxy A50 Three cameras are installed that promise decent picture quality. The only drawback of the model is the plastic case, which, in general, can be protected with a case.

Honor 8X

• screen 6.5″, resolution 2340×1080
• dual camera 20/2 MP
• memory up to 4/128 GB, memory card slot
• battery 3750 mAh

Another inexpensive but powerful smartphone - Honor 8X - has become a bright new product of 2018. In addition to the attractive design, the smartphone has a good dual camera with support for artificial intelligence functions that help optimize shooting settings.

The huge range of smartphones on the market makes it difficult to choose them, since not all of them can boast of high-quality performance. We analyzed the current offers on the market and compiled a rating best phones in terms of build quality, sound, performance and a number of other parameters. Among them there are both inexpensive models and mid-priced and premium mobile phones. After studying this TOP, you can quickly find the right and good device.

• Samsung– a large manufacturer of telephony, computer and household appliances. The company's main office is located in South Korea. It has both budget lines and premium models, Galaxy flagships. The company focuses on functionality and high quality assembling devices, but does not pursue innovations.
• LG Electronics– Samsung’s main competitor in the South Korean and Asian markets. The lineup The brand is extremely rich, there are many models with an optimal ratio of cost and quality. The company is attractive due to the presence of technological “filling” and the original design of its products.
• Xiaomi is a Chinese company specializing in the production of smartphones in the mid-price range and at the same time with good quality. Premium models are rare here. The manufacturer pays special attention to cameras; recently it has begun equipping its mobile phones with dual cameras.
• Apple– smartphones from this American company symbolize success, status, and popularity. Recently, there has been a tendency to reduce the cost of the company’s devices and simplify them, but no one can cancel the quality of components and modern technology.
• Huawei is another fairly well-known Chinese brand that offers a wide range of smartphones at an average price - from 10,000 to 60,000 rubles. They arouse interest among buyers due to their technology, convenience and practicality, rare defects, and work without lags for a long time.

Rating of the best phones by quality

This TOP is based on user reviews and expert opinions. When selecting candidates, we took into account the following nuances:

• Weight and dimensions;
• Design and color;
• Functionality;
• Ease of use;
• Price;
• Manufacturer country;
• Diagonal and display quality;
• Build quality;
• The number of pixels of cameras and other multimedia capabilities;
• Simplicity of the menu;
• What is the body made of?
• User-friendly interface;
• Newness and type of processor, number of cores;
• Performance;
• Volume and clarity of sound;
• Equipment;
• Battery capacity and operating time in various modes;
• Charging methods;
• Level of protection against water and dust;
• Built-in memory capacity;
• Number of SIM cards.

Good inexpensive phones under 10,000 rubles

This is a worthy representative of the line of quite powerful and at the same time inexpensive smartphones. Users choose this model for its impeccable build quality and reliable components, which together make it virtually indestructible. Buyers also note its nimbleness. Fresh Android 6.0, a large amount of RAM (1.5 GB) and 4 cores contribute to fast and stable operation. It would not be out of place to mention Roskachestvo’s assessment of 3.655 points.

The back cover of the gadget is not slippery, the phone does not fall out of your hands, and even with a diagonal of 5 inches, you need to try hard to do this. The smooth and neat edges of the mobile phone are comfortable in the palm of your hand. His main feature– long-lasting 2600 mAh battery that can last up to two days. There is nothing extra installed in the OS. The camera is not particularly interesting here, it is limited to 5 or 8 MP.

Advantages:

• Availability of a connector for OTG;
• Easy;
• Looks stylish;
• Loud noise;
• Good performance;
• “Pulls” toys.

Flaws:

• Not the most convenient slot for the main SIM card;
• System files take up a lot of space;
• Fingerprints remain.

The inexpensive and high-quality phone “Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime SM-G532F” has clear settings, a pleasant interface, and competent menu organization.

average price: 5900 rub.

LG X Power K220DS

With the release of this model, LG further strengthened its position in the smartphone market, as it released a modern, powerful gadget. It has an optimal size of 5.3 inches and fits comfortably in the hand. The reliable MediaTek MT6735 processor in the device predetermined good performance and a good set of functions. The device has everything that music lovers need - FM radio, MP3, loud sound. The 13 MP camera takes pictures with good detail.

The most important advantage of the LG X power K220DS mobile phone is its capacious 4100 mAh battery, which allows you to charge the phone less often. If necessary, this can be done faster than usual thanks to the fast charging function. Buyers speak positively about the built-in memory of 16 GB, which allows you to do without a card. Selfie fans appreciate the ability to take pictures using a hand gesture.

Advantages:

• Fast work;
• In quiet mode, holds a charge for 3-4 days;
• High build quality;
• Large, bright display;
• Excellent usability;
• Convenient operating system;
• Possibility of connecting a flash drive.

Flaws:

• Common slot for SIM card and memory card;
• The location of the mono speaker is on the rear side of the case.

Average price: 7000 rub.

The best quality phones under 15,000 rubles

New representative Galaxy series, which became a worthy continuation of it due to modernity. An 8-core processor has been successfully used here, the amount of internal memory has been increased to 32 GB and a 13-megapixel main camera with a flash has been built in, which takes good photos. The front one also works properly, you can talk on Skype or Viber without any problems, you can hear your interlocutor well thanks to the loud speakers.

Experienced gadget lovers will be pleased with the new product with its high performance and stunning color rendition. The smartphone does not have the usual mechanical button under the screen, the front panel is smooth, and the device is designed in a minimalist style. It’s convenient that you don’t need to remove the second SIM card if you need to insert a memory card. But the lack of a brightness adjustment sensor is a little disappointing; the backlight must be adjusted manually.

Advantages:

• The latest operating system Android 8.0;
• Availability of 4G;
• Nice design;
• It doesn't feel much in the hand;
• Face recognition function.

Flaws:

• Gets warm during calls;
• 4G signal reception is not the most reliable.

The reviews write that it is inexpensive and quality phone"Samsung Galaxy J6" can play various games without freezing, but you will have to sacrifice the effects.

average price: 12,600 rub.

This is a real discovery among models in the mid-price range. The manufacturer focuses on the quality of assembly and components. A pleasant opinion is formed about the metal, almost “indestructible” case, which is becoming increasingly rare. Due to its thinness and rounded edges, the gadget is pleasant and comfortable to hold in the hand, despite the diagonal being above average at 5.5 inches.

Buyers of the Xiaomi Mi A1 64GB smartphone like the wide brightness range and good viewing angles, calm color rendering and the screen protection with impact-resistant glass, which increases its service life. The gadget works flawlessly even when several applications are open at the same time, and it can handle almost any game, although the quality of the graphics in them leaves much to be desired. The device perfectly implements portrait mode, but when shooting in the dark and in bad weather, even a dual camera of 12 MP each does not significantly improve the quality of the photo.

Advantages:

• High screen resolution – 1920×1080;
• Dual camera;
• Excellent value for money and quality;
• The camera is great at taking photo portraits;
• Double zoom;
• Updated Android;
• Efficiency of work;
• A productive processor that does not “eat up” the charge.

Flaws:

• Inability to turn off the backlight of the navigation buttons;
• A little noise in low-impedance headphones.

In reviews of the Xiaomi Mi A1 64GB mobile phone, buyers point to deep, clear and powerful sound from the speakers, but with headphones the situation changes somewhat. A well-deserved five can be given to it for its decent 3080 mAh battery, which works in mixed mode for more than 30 hours, but games quickly drain it.

Average price: 10,000 rub.

The best phones with good quality under 20,000 rubles

An assortment of models costing 15,000-20,000 rubles. the most diverse and interesting, here you can already count on some “tricks” and technological delights. Evidence of this are the 3 models included in this category.

With the release of this smartphone model, the popular company Apple did not lose face, but did not offer anything new. The characteristics of the smartphone are average, with good build quality and the same functionality. A 12 MP camera, a fingerprint scanner, and a 1624 mAh battery are hidden in a compact metal-glass body. At the same time, the device weighs only 113 g and is not felt in your pocket. Its screen is small and clearly aimed at women, as evidenced by its 4 inches and white color.

The Apple iPhone SE 32GB smartphone model is traditionally equipped with a proximity sensor, which allows you to avoid accidentally dropping a call during a conversation thanks to automatic screen locking. Using NFC, you can exchange information with other devices on a short distance. To store it, the built-in memory of 32 GB is quite enough. In talk mode, the smartphone can last up to 14 hours, when listening to music – up to 15 hours, and “resting” – over 10 days.

Advantages:

• Good headphones complete with remote control;
• High performance;
• Convenient size;
• Reliable case;
• Interface efficiency.

Flaws:

• There is no slot for a second SIM card;
• Flash only on the rear camera;
• Not the strongest front camera at 1.2 million megapixels;
• Individual charging;
• Lack of memory card slot.

Apple iPhone SE 32GB inherited the characteristics from its predecessor iPhone 6s, and the design was almost completely copied from Phone 5s. The manufacturer's goal was to make a similar option for budget buyers, which he succeeded in doing.

average price: 19,600 rub.

Samsung Galaxy A6+ 32GB

The new product from Samsung received a rear dual camera of 16 and 5 MP, a large 6-inch screen, and a reliable metal case. Its streamlined, ergonomic shape is comfortable for your hand, but you won't be able to control it with just one hand. Due to the matte finish, fingerprints are practically invisible. There are no complaints about the build quality, no backlashes were noticed. The fingerprint scanner is conveniently located right in the center and works the first time.

The gadget is functional and interesting partly because it is personalized - another person will not be able to unlock the screen without the owner. The large size of the display allows you to comfortably use it to access the Internet. The ambient light sensor prevents eye fatigue thanks to automatic adjustment. The battery life of the device is excellent; with a capacity of 3500 mAh, it can work stably for more than two days. Performance is excellent and runs games well.

Advantages:

• High screen resolution – 2220×1080;
• RAM capacity – 3 GB;
• 3500 mAh battery;
• Front camera 24 million pixels;
• 8 processor cores;
• Powerful flashlight;
• Android 8.

Flaws:

• The case will not be superfluous due to the slipperiness of the case;
• Old type of charging connector;
• Not the best sound from an external speaker;
• Not protected from water and dust.

Some discomfort when using the Samsung Galaxy A6 smartphone is caused by the fingers pressing on the lower side keys when using the upper ones.

average price: 19,500 rub.

This is a simple but extremely interesting representative of the line Huawei phones, positioned as a flagship. The device is pleasant to use due to the sloping side edges and the non-slippery metal-glass casing. But for the same reason, scratches may remain on it. Fingerprints remain on the lid, but they are weak, and they are almost invisible on the black color. The gadget has dimensions of 148x71x7.4 mm, a diagonal of 5.84 inches and fits securely in the palm of your hand. The phone makes no noise when talking, the sound is clear, and it is comfortable to hold it near your ear.

The operating time of the Huawei P20 Lite model on one charge is standard - about 25 hours when working on the Internet. The energy saving mode allows you to slightly increase the life of the 3000 mAh battery. Dual 16/2 MP cameras capture details more clearly, but at night they don’t help you get perfect photos. This is the clear leader in our phone rating in terms of quality - in particular, in terms of built-in (64 GB) and RAM (4 GB) memory, so you can expect stable operation from it.

Advantages:

• Availability of NFC;
• Face recognition;
• Large selection of settings and their flexibility;
• Slim body;
• Ease;
• Fast charging;
• Good color rendition.

Flaws:

• Protruding rear cameras;
• Not the best best headphones included;
• Non-removable middle battery;
• Combination of slots for SIM cards and memory cards.

Huawei didn't skimp when it came to the P20 smartphone, equipping it with charger, headphones, USB cable, screen protector and case, card eject tool.

average price: RUB 15,490

Good expensive premium smartphones

These phones include the flagships of the leading companies in the mobile device market - Huawei, Samsung, Apple. They have an unusual design and a “tasty” filling.

The phone deserves the title of the best in all important criteria - reliability, quality, convenience. It's definitely worth the money. Its popularity was facilitated by a large battery capacity of 4000 mAh, a simply huge, for our time, volume of built-in memory of 128 GB, an ultra-powerful front (24 million megapixel) and rear camera, the latter generally dual at 40/20 MP. For photo quality, the device can be awarded 95 out of 100 points.

The manufacturer copied its competitor Apple, using glass and glossy metal in the design. The case is protected from moisture and dust, which, along with durable materials, increases service life. The dimensions of the smartphone are large, the screen has a diagonal of 6.1 inches, it fits in the hand, but it is not very convenient to operate it alone. The battery provides good battery life, up to 2 days of operation, but the device gets a little warm when playing games.

Advantages:

• New OS – Android 8.1;
• Possibility of shooting slow-motion video;
• Good portrait mode;
• Clear pictures in motion;
• Reliable monochrome sensor;
• Convenient automatic adjustment of screen brightness;
• You can work with gloves.

Flaws:

• No memory card slot;
• No button for quick launch cameras;
• There is no xenon flash;
• Friction may be felt due to the not very strong oleophobic coating.

According to reviews of the flagship Huawei P20 Pro, its camera remains unrivaled, and super-fast charging along with powerful battery only increase the hype around him.

average price: 33,500 rub.

This is one of the top Samsung smartphones included in our rating cell phones in quality due to its technical simplicity and practicality. This time the company offered a 5.8-inch display, which is slightly above average. The “chips” of this model are customizable color rendering, support for HDR10 and Always-On, which allows you to save battery life. Image detail is excellent due to good quality matrices with excellent resolution of 2960×1440 and normal viewing angles.

This model again uses a high-sensitivity display mode, allowing the device to perform tasks more confidently. The Android 8.0 Oreo OS installed here allows you to abandon the “native” settings and programs of the gadget. The device captivates motorists with its support for a landscape launcher. The battery capacity is average, 3000 mAh, it is enough for 1-2 days of active work.

Advantages:

• Wireless charging function;
• Quick battery recharge;
• Iris scanner;
• Good performance;
• Fast Wi-Fi;
• The presence of a cover in the box.

Flaws:

• Volume button location on the left side;
• In poor lighting, the camera appears yellowish.

average price: RUB 31,450

This is one of the highest quality smartphones from Apple with good hardware and characteristics. What sets it apart from its competitors is its functional 12 MP camera, which allows you to shoot in various modes - portrait lighting, stage lighting, etc. The screen with TrueTone is quite bright, with excellent viewing angles and a convenient 4.7-inch diagonal.

Apple iPhone 8 is the leader in operating time under heavy load for more than 15 hours, as well as thanks to the fast and wireless charging function. It doesn't have the most powerful battery, but the efficiency is ensured by the new 6-core processor. The device is reliably protected from splashes of water and dust, has a stylish glass body and is lightweight at 148 g, although it is a little slippery.

Advantages:

• Excellent sound quality;
• Clear photos from the camera;
• Strong glass;
• Fast touchpad;
• Nice OS;
• Excellent build quality;
• High-quality communication.

Flaws:

• Not thin frames;
• Water protection according to the old standard;
• There is only room for one SIM card.

Average price: RUB 32,600

What is the best quality phone to buy?

An important criterion for choosing a smartphone is battery capacity. If you do not plan to play on your phone, listen to music often and surf the Internet a lot, then good inexpensive ones will be enough mobile phones up to 3000 mAh. For the tasks listed earlier, more powerful gadgets will be needed, and it is desirable that they have more than two cores in the processor. Those who want to take photos with a smartphone should choose options with a camera of at least 12 MP.

Before you finally make your choice, you should pay attention to the following tips:

• For selfie fans, the Huawei P20 Pro is the best choice.
• For active calls and listening to music, you can choose Huawei P20 Lite with a capacious battery.
• Gamers should pay special attention to the Samsung Galaxy A6 and Samsung Galaxy J6 gadgets released in 2018.
• For those who want to emphasize their high status and have a large budget, good choice there will be an Apple iPhone SE or an Apple iPhone 8 64GB.
• Teenagers can buy the Xiaomi Mi A1 64GB, which works great and is not very expensive.
• Those who often drive should take a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy S9.
• For women ideal option is LG X power K220DS and Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime SM-G532F in white.