Rating of the most reliable smartphones

Currently, on the shelves of mobile device stores you can find a huge number of all kinds of smartphones. They differ in size, functionality, build quality, appearance, manufacturer. So, it is extremely difficult for an inexperienced user to understand the huge assortment and choose for himself a device that will fully meet all the requirements. That is why we decided to present you the rating of the most reliable smartphones, but before that, you still need to understand what nuances you should pay attention to when buying.

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What you need to know to choose a reliable smartphone?

What should be the brand of the phone so that it is strong? The reliability of a good and high-quality smartphone is quite complicated, so when you come to the mobile gadget store, you should decide on the following.

The purpose of the smartphone

First of all, it’s worth deciding what for the most part you are buying a device, it can be:

• Work on the Internet: the use of e-mail, communication on social networks, viewing Internet sites.
• Video and photography.
• Voice connection.
• Reading books.
• Watching movies and images, listening to music.
• Games.

Important! Some smartphones make it possible to work with documents. This applies to devices with large screens. However, these options should be considered as additional features - for these tasks it is better to look at:

• transformer laptops; 
• tablets with keyboard.

operating system

In the smartphone, not only its filling is important. The functionality of the gadget depends on the programs that are installed on it, what exactly they do and how often they are updated. Their combination is also called the “software ecosystem”. In turn, this ecosystem is determined by one or another operating system on which the programs work.

So, to choose a reliable smartphone, you need to decide on the OS:

• iOS - iOS smartphones are made only by Apple. This operating system works very fast, has a large number of applications, is optimized for working with multimedia. In addition, it is possible to link up to a dozen different Apple devices to one account.

Important! Among the shortcomings, the following can be noted: iTunes will require iTunes to synchronize data with a PC, there are no external ports, the internal memory of the iPhone cannot be expanded, and the fact that these phones have only audio-video output and a synchronization / power connector.

• Android is another popular OS that competes on equal footing with iOS. Among its advantages, one can single out: a huge number of various programs on Google Play, the ability to install applications from extraneous resources, convenient synchronization with Google services, and wide options for customizing the interface.

Important! There are also disadvantages, namely: due to high energy consumption, the battery runs out quickly, due to frequent OS updates, some programs cannot be used, as there is an incompatibility problem.

• Windows Phone is an operating system developed by Microsoft specifically for mobile gadgets. Among its advantages it is worth noting: energy efficiency, high speed, as well as a clear and simple interface.

Important! Cons: a small number of applications compared to Android and iOS, works worse with multimedia.

Display

Choosing the most reliable cell phone, special attention should be paid to its screen. The screen of a mobile device is characterized by such parameters.

Diagonal length

The length of the diagonal is important, as it determines the size of the device.And they affect usability. A 6-inch phablet is very convenient for browsing Internet sites, but it is unlikely to fit in your pocket, so before choosing such a gadget, you should think carefully. In our separate review, you can look at a more compact model. good 4 inch smartphone.

Screen resolution

Also an important parameter is the screen resolution - this parameter is usually given in inches (1 inch equals 2.54 cm). Earlier smartphones were divided into devices with a small diagonal (up to 5 inches) and phablets, the diagonal of which is more than 5 inches. Today, in many respects, this division is very arbitrary, because different manufacturers position their devices in different ways.

The clarity of the image depends not only on the type of matrix, but also on the resolution of the display. The most common are two options:

• 1280x800 - the so-called HD - the most optimal option in terms of price / quality.
• 1920x1080 is Full HD, which will be suitable for more demanding users.

Matrix type

The type of matrix determines the quality of the image. Here there are such options:

• TN TFT is the most common and cheapest type of matrix. Image quality varies from “quite good” to “very bad”. As a rule, such screens are used in budget models.
• IPS - data matrix eliminated the disadvantages of TFT. The image quality here is clearer, color reproduction is better, when viewed from an angle, the picture is not distorted. IPS displays are often used in flagship, top models, but they can also be installed on entry-level models. This is the best option in terms of price / quality ratio.
• AMOLED is a relatively new development, which uses not liquid crystals, but organic LEDs. This matrix has high contrast, deep black color and gives a rich picture.

Touch screen type

Last but not least is the type of touch screen. The following types are distinguished here:

• Resistive - are among the cheapest and easiest devices. Among the shortcomings, high sensitivity to mechanical damage can be highlighted. Currently, such displays are used less and less.
• Capacitive - such screens are reliable and durable. They can withstand even hundreds of millions of clicks and perfectly resist all kinds of pollution. They are more transparent than resistive. The disadvantages include: the risk of damage to the conductive coating, as well as insensitivity to touching non-conductive objects.

Important! Regardless of which option you prefer, it will not be superfluous to immediately buy and put a protective glass on the smartphone screen.

Battery

Choosing the most reliable smartphone, special attention should be paid to the battery. Large displays of smartphones result in high energy consumption. In addition, modern smartphones are equipped with modules Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G-modems - all this also takes a large amount of energy. That is why, the larger the battery capacity of the device, the better.

At the same time, a capacious battery is also the weight of the device, since the battery is the heaviest element of a smartphone. Thus, the advice is simple: choose the middle ground. The battery should be both capacious and not too heavy. Of course, the latter is difficult to understand from the indicators of capacity, so it is better to hold the device in your hands.

Important! If you are going to actively use a smartphone, then you should consider buying an additional battery. In most models, the batteries are removable, which makes it possible to quickly replace a “dead” battery. Also use our tips in this article. “Which Power Bank is better?”.

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Rating models

To make it easier for you to decide on a purchase, we present you a rating of the most reliable smartphones, which includes the highest quality new products on the mobile device market.

Huawei P Smart Dual Sim

This is a relatively simple device, so from the point of view of design, it does not offer anything extraordinary. However, this does not mean at all that he looks bad. The back panel is made of metal, bottom and top there are plastic inserts that are needed for high-quality operation of wireless modules. The manufacturer made a small emphasis on two cameras - they almost imperceptibly protrude above the surface of the device, and their lenses are protected with plastic rims.

The phone received a 5.65 inch screen. The matrix is ​​covered with a protective glass with an oleophobic coating. As a platform, Kirin 659 is selected here - the middle segment SoC. It is supplemented by 3 GB of RAM, as well as 32 GB of internal memory, the volume of which can be expanded using memory cards.

Main characteristics:

• Operating System: Android v 8.0.
• Case type: monoblock.
• Main display: 5.65 inches with a resolution of 2160x1080 pixels.
• Processor: HiSilicon Kirin 659.
• GPU: ARM Mali-T830 MP2.
• Main camera: 13 megapixels.
• Front camera: 8 MP.
• Additionally: light sensor, proximity sensor, flashlight, gyroscope, noise reduction.
• Battery: 3000 mAh.
• Weight: 143 g.
• Dimensions: 150x72x7.45 mm.

Important! Huawei P Smart Dual Sim turned out to be a rather pleasant device, although the feeling of “wow, wow” does not arise. However, using it you understand that this smartphone fully justifies its value. Plus, in the lineup of this manufacturer there are many other noteworthy models. See their characteristics here. “Best Huawei smartphones”.

Samsung Galaxy A8

Series A is the next after the flagship models Note and S. Globally, this is a more affordable version of the top smartphone from Samsung, however, with some limitations, compared with the older model. This model is made of metal and glass. The back and front sides are completely glass, while the sides are covered with a frame in the color of the case. The 5.6-inch screen of the phone is surrounded by fairly standard side frames, but they are small on the top and bottom.

Calculations inside the Galaxy A8 are performed by the 8-core Exynos 7885. The video is processed using the Exynos 7885. The RAM is 4 GB, and there are two options for the drives - 64 and 32 GB. Well, of course, the device supports NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi standard ac.

Main characteristics:

• Operating System: Android v 7.1.
• Case type: monoblock.
• Main display: 5.6 inches with a resolution of 2160x1080 pixels.
• Processor: Samsung Exynos 7885.
• GPU: ARM Mali-G71.
• Main camera: 16 megapixels.
• Front camera: 16 megapixels.
• Additionally: light sensor, proximity sensor, flashlight, gyroscope, noise reduction, dust and moisture protection.
• Battery: 3000 mAh.
• Weight: 172 g.
• Dimensions: 149.2x70b6x8.4 mm.

Important! Samsung Galaxy A8 is a smartphone that largely repeats the flagships of this manufacturer. It has a simpler camera, performance and display. However, its cost is much less. Thus, choosing a reliable smartphone, you should pay special attention to this model or look for an alternative that suits you at a price in a special ranking of the best samsung smartphones.

Meizu M6s

Smartphone Meizu M6s is made in a metal case. The front panel is not completely without frames, but the rejection of the hardware button under the screen still makes it possible to increase the ratio of the screen to the total surface area. The model is equipped with a 5.7-inch matrix with a resolution of 2440 × 720 pixels.

As a hardware platform, the Exynos 7872 chipset with two productive cores, made according to the 14 nm process technology, acts here. The amount of RAM is 3 GB, but the storage capacity can be selected from the options - 32 and 64 GB. The model is equipped with a 3000 mAh battery, which supports fast charging mode.

Main characteristics:

• Operating System: Android v 7.1.
• Case type: monoblock.
• GPU: ARM Mali-G71 MP3.
• Main camera: 16 megapixels.
• Front camera: 8 MP.
• Optional: proximity sensor, flashlight, gyroscope.
• Weight: 160g.
• Dimensions: 152x72.5x8 mm.

Important! This is a relatively inexpensive, but good and high-quality smartphone with a good camera and battery that supports fast charging.

Xiaomi Redmi 5a

The design of this model shows similarities with last year's Xiaomi smartphones, as well as with solutions of other well-known manufacturers. In any case, this good phone looks quite simple. The case is made of plastic, which is a bit like metal. Xiaomi Redmi 5a received a 5-inch display with HD resolution. In this case, the matrix is ​​protected by glass with an oleophobic coating of medium quality.

One of the main advantages of Xiaomi devices is the use of some of the best hardware platforms in the world. In this regard, this smartphone does not lag behind the older models and received a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chip along with 2 and 16 GB of memory. The capacity of the built-in battery of Xiaomi Redmi 5a is 3000 mAh. Even with the relatively active use of the smartphone, the charge will be enough for a day's work.

Main characteristics:

• Operating System: Android v 7.1.
• Case type: monoblock.
• Main display: 5 inches with a resolution of 1280x720 pixels.
• Processor: Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425.
• GPU: Adreno 308.
• Main camera: 13 megapixels.
• Front camera: 5 MP.
• Additionally: light sensor, proximity sensor, flashlight, gyroscope, noise reduction.
• Weight: 137 g.
• Dimensions: 140.4x70.1x8.4 mm.

Important! Xiaomi Redmi 5a looks like an update to the Redmi 4A model, and in general - a familiar device in its price category. It is difficult for him to surprise the user with something. However, it can be safely attributed to the category of the most reliable smartphones. See more about the brand and its models in the article. “Xiaomi Phones Rating”.

Nokia 6

The second generation of Nokia 6 retained a 5.5-inch display with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels. Protection of the display is provided by tempered glass Gorilla Glass 3 with a graceful curve at the edges. Moreover, the capacitive touch buttons here gave way to the on-screen ones, and the fingerprint sensor moved to the back panel.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 acted as a single-chip system, where it is assisted by 4 GB of RAM and 32 or 64 GB of flash memory. There is also the possibility of expanding the capacity of the built-in storage through memory cards. A 3000 mAh battery can fully charge up to half in just 30 minutes.

Main characteristics:

• Operating System: Android v 8.0.
• Case type: monoblock.
• GPU: Adreno 508.
• Main camera: 16 megapixels.
• Front camera: 8 MP.
• Additionally: light sensor, proximity sensor, flashlight, gyroscope, noise reduction.
• Weight: 172 g.
• Dimensions: 148.8x75.8x8.2 mm.

Important! Nokia's new product is very different from the original model. This is the aforementioned fingerprint scanner, taken in an orange ring, as well as a more elongated main camera unit with LED flash.

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We hope that the rating of the most reliable smartphones presented by us will help you choose for yourself a high-quality device that will maximally meet all your requirements and will last a long time.