Quality phones up to 15,000. Huawei P10 Lite - lightweight and sophisticated

The variety and abundance of smartphones in store windows for 15 thousand rubles is striking, and the question of choosing the most suitable one often turns into a difficult task for many of us. Each new phone model is unique in its own way, because it carries a special combination of functionality and so-called "hardware", and the state of harmony of these two components is - a good, balanced smartphone. In order to make it clear which one is better to choose, in this article, readers are presented with a rating of smartphones worth up to 15,000 rubles at the end of 2018, based on an analysis of their characteristics and reviews of new gadget owners. We've rounded up 10 awesome phones that are really worth their money.

Our top 10 opens with an interesting model - Nokia 6 in an elegant casing made of aluminum alloy... It was not included in the rating by chance, since it has a gorgeous 5.5-inch IPS display with Full HD resolution and protection from damage by Corning Gorilla Glass 3, an excellent 16 megapixel camera with lenses from Carl Zeiss, an 8-core processor - Qualcomm Snapdragon 430, supplemented the presence of an NFC module and a fingerprint scanner. The once mega-popular brand is returning its lost positions step by step, presenting to users such balanced and beautiful models of budget and medium price categories.

Specifications

• OS: Android 8.0 Oreo;
• Cameras: main - 16 Mp (Carl Zeiss Lens), front - 8 Mp (f / 2, 84 °);
• Processor: 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937;
• Battery: 3000mAh with wireless and fast charging.

pros

1. Excellent 5.5 ″ IPS screen with Full HD resolution;
2. Good performance, 3 GB RAM and NFC module;
3. Fast and wireless battery charging.

Minuses

1. No camera shutter button;
2. The camera has no optical stabilization;
3. Combined memory card slot.

In ninth place is the model - Meizu M6s with the same high parameters as the previous device. The large and bright screen of the gadget is made using IPS technology, and its new 18: 9 format allows you to watch videos with a greater degree of comfort. Noteworthy is the M6s hardware platform with a 6-core chipset - Samsung Exynos 7872, whose core frequency reaches 2.0 GHz, paired with a graphics assistant - Mali-G71 MP1 and with 3 GB of RAM. Hence the high performance of the novelty in all situations. The main camera of the cell phone is also from Samsung, it takes photos with a maximum resolution of 16 megapixels and videos in Full HD format. Its f / 2.0 aperture allows you to shoot confidently in low light. Selfie-camera at 8 megapixels - also Korean and with the same aperture. The smartphone does not have an NFC module, but there is a conveniently located fingerprint scanner and a quick charge function for its battery.

Specifications

• OS: Android 7,1,2 Nougat with FlyMe 6,2 shell;
• Display: IPS, 5.7 inches, 1440 × 720 pixels;
• Cameras: main - 16 Mp (Samsung, f / 2), front - 8 Mp (Samsung, f / 2);
• Processor: 6-core Samsung Exynos 7872 (2.0 GHz);
• Video processor: Mali-G71 MP1;
• Memory: operational - 3 GB, built-in - 32 GB,
• Battery: 3000 mAh with fast charging - Meizu Super mCharge.

pros

1. Excellent display with an aspect ratio of 18: 9;
2. Powerful processor from Samsung;
3. Good cameras, fingerprint reader and fast charging.

Minuses

1. No NFC module;
2. Combined memory card slot;
3. Soiled body and weak oleophobic coating.

ASUS ZenFone Max Plus (M1)

Ranked eighth ASUS ZenFone Max Plus (M1). The model is assembled in a metal case with an elongated format for a 5.7-inch IPS screen with a high resolution and an aspect ratio of 18: 9. Inside this cell phone is an 8-core processor - MediaTek MT6750, which, with the support of a video accelerator - Mali-T860 MP2, develops a good information processing speed, although under serious loads the device heats up significantly up to a serious decrease in fps. The smartphone works with two SIM cards, supports LTE 18 frequency bands, has a fingerprint scanner and FM radio. Its main camera with autofocus and HDR shooting is doubled from sensors with a resolution of 16 and 8 megapixels, therefore, it will be possible to create artistic photos with a blurred background. The selfie camera is also 8 megapixels, and the 4130 mAh battery with fast charging function holds a charge in normal mode for up to 2 days.

Specifications

• OS: Android 7.0 Nougat with ZenUI 4.0 shell;
• Display: IPS, 5.7 inches, 2160 × 1080 pixels;
• Cameras: the main one is doubled with 16 Mp and 8 Mp, the front - 8 Mp;
• Processor: 8-core MediaTek MT6750 (1.5 GHz);
• Video processor: Mali-T860 MP2;
• Memory: operational - 3 GB, built-in - 32 GB, separate slot for memory cards;
• Battery: 4130 mAh with fast charging.

pros

1. Large and clear screen, good cameras;
2. Works fast;
3. Separate slot for microSD.

Minuses

1. Perceptibly warms up in games;
2. Discharges quite quickly under serious loads;
3. Very smooth and slippery body.

LG Q6a

In the seventh step of our top 10 is a smartphone in an aluminum alloy casing, certified according to the American military standard MIL-STD-810G - LG Q6a (M700). This reliable gadget is powered by Android 7.1 Nougat OS and works with two SIM cards. It has an excellent 5.5 ″ IPS screen with high definition and image density, covered with a protective glass Corning Gorilla Glass 3. Inside the model is a powerful 8-core processor - Snapdragon 435 MSM8940, hence the stable operation of Q6a both in the network and with applications. Selfie lovers will love the 5MP wide-angle front camera with a 100 ° capture angle, and the 13MP main camera is also quite good and produces good quality HDR shots.

Specifications

• OS: Android 7.0 Nougat with UX 6.0 shell;
• Display: IPS, 5.5 inches, 2160 × 1080 pixels;
• Cameras: main - 13 Mp, front - 5 Mp (100 °);
• Processor: 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 MSM8940 (1.4 GHz);
• Video processor: Qualcomm Adreno 505;
• Memory: operational - 2 GB, built-in - 16 GB, a slot for memory cards;
• Battery: 3000 mAh.

pros

1. Large IPS screen with high resolution;
2. Works fast thanks to the Snapdragon 435 chip;
3. Gorilla Glass 3 and 100 ° selfie camera.

Minuses

1. No fingerprint scanner;
2. Little RAM;
3. No NFC module.

Honor 9 Lite

The model that took the sixth place in our rating is Honor 9 Lite from Huawei. This stylish smartphone in a durable aluminum alloy case with a glass back panel has an excellent 5.65-inch IPS display, high resolution and high-quality oleophobic coating, which displays an image of an aspect ratio of 18: 9. It has as many as 4 cameras, or 2 dual photo modules: the main one - 13/2 Mp and the front one - 13/2 Mp; and both older cameras have f / 2 aperture, which allows you to take good photos in low light. A phone running Android 8.0 Oreo is responsive and just as responsive, and all this thanks to the installed proprietary 8-core processor - HiSilicon Kirin 659 with a graphics coprocessor - Mali-T830 MP2 and 3 GB of RAM. And although the 3000 mAh battery capacity is clearly not enough for the long-term operation of the energy-intensive screen and the chipset, the Honor 9 Lite has a fingerprint scanner and, as a nice bonus, an NFC module.

Specifications

• OS: Android 8.0 Oreo with Emotion 8.0 shell;
• Display: IPS, 5.65 inches, 2160 × 1080 pixels;
• Cameras: main - 13/2 Mp, front - 13/2 Mp;
• Processor: 8-core HiSilicon Kirin 659 (2.36 GHz);
• Video processor: Mali-T830 MP2;
• Memory: operational - 3 GB, built-in - 32 GB, combined slot for memory cards;
• Battery: 3000 mAh with fast charging function.

pros

1. Excellent IPS screen with 18: 9 ratio;
2. Powerful HiSilicon Kirin 659 with Mali-T830;
3. Good cameras, fingerprint reader and NFC module.

Minuses

1. Weak battery;
2. Lack of a separate slot for a memory card;
3. The rear glass panel is very slippery.

Xiaomi Mi Max 2

In fifth place is the phablet - Xiaomi Mi Max 2, the front panel of the aluminum case is decorated with a huge IPS display made by Tianma with a diagonal of 6.44 inches, with Full HD resolution and scratch protection with 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass 3. For confident work, this the giant received a powerful 8-core chip - Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 MSM8953 and 4 GB of RAM and judging by the reviews - the device is smart, and there are no complaints in terms of performance. Cameras in Mi Max 2 at 12 and 5 megapixels, the older one is from Sony, the younger one is Samsung; The Japanese module, in addition to autofocus and HDR shooting, has a digital image stabilization function, but the Korean has an f / 2 aperture and a capture angle of 85 °. Mi Max 2 is not only a smartphone with big screen, it is also a smartphone with a powerful battery: with a capacity of 5300 mAh and due to not the highest resolution of the display, a wonderful phone can work autonomously for up to 3 days. It also has a fingerprint scanner and an infrared port, thanks to which Mi Max 2 turns into convenient remote control DU.

Specifications

• OS: Android 7.1 Nougat with MIUI V9 shell;
• Display: IPS, 6.44 inches, 1920 × 1080 pixels;
• Cameras: main - 12 Mp, front - 5 Mp;
• Battery: 5300 mAh, Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 (USB Type-C).

pros

1. Large screen from Tianma;
2. Powerful Snapdragon 625 with 4GB of RAM;
3. Powerful battery with fast charging function.

Minuses

1. Very large and therefore uncomfortable to wear;
2. Combined slot for memory cards;
3. Slippery.

Xiaomi Mi A1

We gave the fourth line of the rating to a well-balanced smartphone costing 13 thousand rubles, and again from Xiaomi, model - Mi A1, in a metal case with a fingerprint scanner on the back panel. The bright Full HD, IPS screen of the phone has a diagonal of 5.5 inches and is protected from damage by Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The performance of the Mi A1 is all right, since it got a powerful 8-core processor - Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 with an operating frequency of 2 GHz. The main camera of the phone is doubled from 12 megapixel sensors of OmniVision, and with its help decent pictures are taken. The model has an infrared port, thanks to which it can serve as a control panel household appliances, and the battery with a capacity of 3080 mAh holds a charge for at least a full day.

Specifications

• Display: IPS, 5.5 inches, 1920 × 1080 pixels;
• Cameras: main - double: 12/12 Mp (optical Zoom 2x), front - 5 Mp;
• Processor: 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 MSM8953 (2.0 GHz);
• Video processor: Qualcomm Adreno 506;
• Memory: operational - 4 GB, built-in - 64 GB, combined slot for memory cards;
• Battery: 3080 mAh, fast charging (USB Type-C).

pros

1. High-quality display;
2. Fast working processor;
3. Good camera, 4 GB of RAM, infrared.

Minuses

1. Very slippery;
2. Combined slot for memory cards;
3. No NFC module.

Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017)

And so, we smoothly reached the top three of the rating leaders, and the third position of our top 10 was taken by a reliable Korean smartphone that can be bought for 14,000 rubles - Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) in a metal case with an IP54 dust and splash protection rating. On the front of the phone is a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels, and below it is the home key combined with a fingerprint scanner. The information processing of the Galaxy J7 is handled by a proprietary 8-core chip - Samsung Exynos with a clock frequency of 1.6 GHz, thanks to which an inexpensive but good smartphone is fast in operation. Users check good quality photos of both cameras, and they are in a 13 megapixel device, praise the battery, with which in economy mode the Galaxy J7 can last a week without recharging. It also has NFC and ANT + modules, as well as a separate slot for memory cards.

Specifications

• OS: Android 7.1 Nougat - 8.1 Oreo;
• Display: IPS, 5.5 inches, 1920 × 1080 pixels;
• Cameras: main - 13 Mp, front - 13 Mp;
• Processor: 8-core Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7870 (1.6 GHz);
• Video processor: Mali T-830 MP2;
• Memory: operational - 3 GB, built-in - 16 GB, a separate slot for memory cards;
• Battery: 3600 mAh.

pros

1. Large and bright Super AMOLED screen;
2. Excellent battery
3. Good camera with f / 1.7 aperture.

Minuses

1. Little internal memory;
2. Weak photos with a lack of lighting;
3. Slippery and heavy.

The second step in the rating of smartphones in 2018, costing up to 15,000 rubles, was taken by a large smartphone in an aluminum case - Huawei Y9 (2018), already out of the box with Android 8.0 Oreo. Another phablet of our top 10 is equipped with a 5.93-inch IPS screen. Its hardware is based on an 8-core processor of its own production - HiSilicon Kirin 659, which overclocks the device in conjunction with the graphics coprocessor Mali-T830 MP2 for any multitasking. Both photo modules of the phone are double: the main one consists of cameras with a resolution of 13 and 2 megapixels, and the front one consists of 16 and 2 megapixels, and the aperture of the selfie camera is f / 2. Cameras shoot very well, and when shooting in the daytime, they produce high-quality photos. The battery of the Y9 has a capacity of 4000 mAh, and holds a charge for a full daylight hours, and the smartphone is unlocked using a fingerprint scanner.

In recent years, modernized smartphones have appeared on the market, supplemented with various functions. If earlier manufacturers focused on mid-range and premium-class phones, today their cheap counterparts are in no way inferior to them. In addition, they are especially popular because they are available to many buyers. Below are the best smartphones under RUB 15,000 that you can buy in 2019.
Having paid attention to the recommendations of consultants and customer reviews, experts have compiled a rating. When choosing, all functional features, modernization and characteristics, design solutions, ergonomic criteria and other important points were taken into account. All this information has resulted in the list of the most bought and top-end smartphones in terms of price-quality ratio.

Meizu Pro 6s

Chinese manufacturers positioned this option as a pre-flagship novelty. On the front panel, the user sees a super amoled display, with a resolution of 1080 × 1920. The manufacturer has supplemented the Helio X25 with a 10-core Mediatek MT6797T processor, which is optimal if you pay attention to the models in the same price segment.

To store user data, an internal memory of 64 GB is provided. But the RAM is less, the manufacturer has installed only four gigabytes. Equipped with a twelve megapixel main camera and a good camera (front) of five megapixels.

Peculiarities:

• Works on the Android 6.0 operating system;
• Two slots for a SIM card, a nano-SIM card is used;
• Processor frequency - 2.5 GHz;
• Number of processor cores - 10;
• Graphic processor - ARM Mali-T880 MP4.

Pros:

1. good shooting and budget solutions for the price;
2. high-quality screen;
3. high level of autonomy.

Minuses:

1. heats up quickly;
2. works intermittently;
3. lack of headphones included.

HUAWEI P Smart 2019 3

Among the top 10 gadgets, this model also took pride of place. Device with EMUI 8.0 interface.
The diagonal of the display is 6.21 inches. Display resolution 2340/1080. The number of megapixels of the main camera is 13 + 2. The work is provided by a high-quality powerful battery. Weight is only 160 grams.

The design is made in the flagship style. The model was created according to time-tested traditions and modernized trends, combining only one plus. Rounded corners, designer profile and original shades in several variations.

Peculiarities:

• 8-core HiSilicon Kirin 710 with a frequency of 2.2 GHz + 1.7 GHz;
• Rear cameras 13 and 2 MPa, front - 8 MPa;
• Non-removable Li-Polymer 3400 mAh battery;
• There is a scanner that recognizes the user by the face;
• Supports 2 Nano-sim.

Advantages:

1. charges quickly;
2. Beautiful design;
3. practical, perfect to the touch.

Disadvantages:

1. the camera does not turn on well, often distorts the photo, does not focus;
2. minimum performance;
3. the hull shades shown are hard to find.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro 3

This model has combined a number of unique technologies and company improvements. After the purchase, the user will immediately appreciate the quality and performance, the powerful eight-core Snapdragon 636 processor. You can unlock it by scanning your face.

Works for Android system... The manufacturer has supplemented the model with slots for two Nano SIM cards.
Has a capacitive touch screen IPS with a diagonal of 6.26 inches. Screen resolution - 2280 × 1080pixels.
Perfectly positions itself for professional filming. Takes very high quality photos during daytime and evening lighting. The work of the gadget is supported by a non-removable 4000 mAh battery. The weight is 182 grams.

Peculiarities:

• Android operating system;
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 octa-core processor;
• RAM 3 GB, built-in 32 GB;
• 4000mAh battery;
• Supports 2 Nano-sim.

Main advantages:

1. well suited for high quality amateur shots;
2. excellent work of the scanner that recognizes the user by the face;
3. video stabilization;
4. high performance.

The disadvantages include:

1. the battery runs out quickly;
2. no headphones included;
3. the price-quality ratio is inappropriate here, you can find cheaper models.

Samsung Galaxy J8

The quality of this device and its cost are considered the most optimal among many competitors of this and other manufacturers.
Runs on Android 8.1 (Oreo). The manufacturer has equipped it with Qualcomm Snapdragon 450. The graphics are supported by Adreno 506.
Display - 6 inches. Its resolution is 1440/720 pixels. The weight of the device is 177 grams.

Powered by a non-removable Li-Po battery with a capacity of up to 3500 mAh. It guarantees long-term functionality even with constant use. Customer reviews of the flagship are overwhelmingly positive. Many buyers argue that if they had the opportunity to turn back time, they would still buy the Samsung Galaxy J8.

Specifications:

• Android 8.1 (Oreo);
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 450;
• Li-Po 3500 mAh battery;
• Support for 2 nano SIM cards;
• RAM 3 GB. Built-in - 32 GB.

Pros:

1. bright and high-quality display;
2. good level of reproduction of contrasts and colors;
3. high-quality sound;
4. the battery lasts for a long time;
5. great price.

Minuses:

1. According to user reviews, no obvious downsides were found.

Honor 9 Lite

Honor 9 Lite runs on Android, the type of firmware depends on the modification. As a processor, the manufacturer installed an 8-core system on the device, which is responsible for the fast operation of the device. The front and main cameras have the same number of MPs 13 + 2. The main camera has a flash, it is also complemented by autofocus.

The diagonal of the capacitive touchscreen display is 5.65 inches. Its resolution is 2180/1080 pixels. Equipped with a 3000mAh Li-ion battery. The weight of the device is 149 grams.

Peculiarities:

• Number of cores - 8;
• Front and main camera - 13 + 2 MPa;
• Battery 3000mAh;
• Shoots Full HD / 1920x1080;
• RAM 3 GB.

Advantages:

1. maximum performance with a good battery;
2. double cameras;
3. organic design;
4. smart multimedia system.

Minuses:

1. sometimes it gets warm;
2. the absence of the LFS block in a number of modifications;
3. poorly takes night photos and videos.

Huawei P 20 Lite

The manufacturer created this model so that the buyer experienced an extraordinary feeling from viewing the selected content. Its resolution is 2280/1080 pixels. The display occupies almost 99 percent of the entire front panel and allows users to no longer live within the classic and familiar features. The screen is large - about 5.84 inches. It is saturated with bright colors and high contrast. This will become a window to the immense world of entertainment. And intuitive user interface EMUI 8.0 will provide easy navigation.

The manufacturer has provided for the eight-core HiSilicon Kirin 659 processor. Cortex-A57 (64bit) is installed as the core.
Has a non-removable lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 3000 mAh. Weight - 145 grams. The main camera is double - 16 + 2 MPa, front - 16 MPa. The device shoots excellent video, the 3D retouch function is installed. RAM - 4 GB.

Specifications:

• Octa-core HiSilicon Kirin 659 processor;
• Works on the Android operating system;
• Battery capacity 3000 mAh;
• Rear camera 16 and 2 MPa, front - 16 MPa;
• RAM - 4 GB. Built-in 64 GB.

Advantages:

1. unique display;
2. the display and all functions work properly, respond quickly to commands;
3. optimal optical device;
4. high quality sound;
5. the presence of a picture stabilization function.

Disadvantages:

1. during prolonged work, it starts to warm up;
2. after the firmware, the battery runs out quickly.

HUAWEI Nova 3I 4

The phone is inexpensive but good. The body is created with elements of metal and glass. The main frame is aluminum, but the panels are made of glass by the manufacturer. In the frontal area there is a large display, which is limited by minimal frames. In the upper area there is a compact "hemisphere". There are no buttons in the frontal zone, because the manufacturer decided to move away from the usual stereotypes and introduce something new. In this case, smart virtual navigation buttons that respond quickly to all commands.

The back area is complemented by a scanner that recognizes the user by facial features. A little higher, namely in the upper left corner, there is a convex area with a dual camera.
The latter is complemented by an LED flash. A microphone, a micro USB connector, a headphone slot and a speaker are hidden on the bottom of the screen.
The processor works on the basis of the highly efficient HiSilicon Kirin 710 processor. It has the following dimensions: 157.6 x 75.2 x 7.5 mm. The main camera, surprisingly, has less MP than the front one. Probably the manufacturer decided to focus on the fact that the buyer likes to take selfies. The main camera is 16 + 2 MP, the front camera is 24 + 2 MP. Such a unit with perfect picture clarity stands out for its very affordable price and optimal performance.
The screen resolution is 2340 x 1080 pixels, the density is 400 pixels per inch. The diagonal of the screen is 6.3 inches and the resolution is FullHD +, the weight is 169 grams.

Peculiarities:

• HiSilicon Kirin 710;
• Battery capacity - 3340 mA Li-Pol;
• Android 8.1;
• Rear camera 16 and 2 Mp, front 24 and 2 Mp;
• Support for 2 nano SIM cards.

Pros:

1. attractive ergonomic design with the best camera
2. large bright screen that occupies most of the panel;
3. maximum productivity;
4. significant battery capacity, etc.

Minuses:

1. not the most modernized technical features if you compare this model with others in the ranking;
2. the glass case is fragile, with a high probability of deformation.

Xiaomi Mi8 Lite 4

The manufacturer has made the model stylish, bright and modernized. The user can chat with friends, take high-quality photos, blog and follow social networks. A device with a powerful eight-core processor, high-capacity battery with fast charging function.

The camera takes incredible quality photos. The screen is as thin as possible, with almost no bezels. Thanks to this, the boundaries of the display are erased, the picture becomes as lively as possible. The manufacturer has supplemented the system with an IPS matrix. It doubled the viewing angle, improving contrast and shading. The winning combination of metal and glass makes the smartphone elegant and expensive.
The device operates with a powerful processor and has excellent specifications... The expansion is 2280/1080 pixels, and the diagonal of the working surface is 6.26 inches. Dimensions: 75.8 / 156.4 / 7.5 mm. Weight - 169 grams. RAM 4 GB, built-in 64 GB.

Peculiarities:

• Qualcomm Snapdragon 660;
• OS Android 8.1 Oreo;
• 12 Mp + 5 Mp, front - 24 Mp;
• Support for 2 nano SIM cards;
• RAM 4 GB. Built-in - 64 GB.

Pros:

1. maximum productivity;
2. capacitive battery;
3. recognition of the owner by face.

Minuses:

1. the image is sometimes distorted;
2. long battery charging;
3. heats up a little.

Asus ZenFone Max Pro Mi

If the buyer chooses this smartphone, he will become the owner of an innovative new generation model. At the heart of the work is the Snapdragon 636 processor. It stands out for maximum performance and an incredibly long battery life. This is the most popular type among active users of social networks.

The screen is frameless. Format - 18: 9 (2160/1080 pixels), 5000 mAh battery and high-quality ZenFon Max Pro cameras will not easily keep up with the energetic user, but will also make his life as bright as possible!
Runs on Android 8.0 system. Complemented with an equivalent focal length of up to thirty mm, a field of view of more than eighty degrees, an LED flash with diffused glow, a function that helps to recognize faces.
The work is carried out through lithium ion battery with a capacity of 5000 mAh. The weight is only 180 grams. The six-inch display is complemented by a unique function. The latter automatically adjusts the contrast of the picture and the color rendition, which allows us to talk about the maximum quality and clarity of the picture. The main camera consists of 2 blocks of 13 and 5 MP. Frontal - 8 MP.

Specifications:

• OS Google android 8.0;
• Battery capacity 5000 mAh;
• Rear camera - 13 and 5 Mp, front - 8 Mp;
• Support for 2 nano SIM cards;
• RAM 4 GB. Built-in - 64 GB.

Pros:

1. beautiful ergonomic design;
2. perfect build;
3. the presence of an additional slot for a memory card;
4. good image quality;
5. capacious battery, which allows you to always be in touch;

Minuses:

1. bad sound, sometimes, during prolonged operation of the system, it is distorted;
2. photo at dusk or in the evening turns out to be of poor quality;
3. when you hold it in your hand, you get the impression that its design is ill-conceived to the end.

Honor 8X 4

The best phone rating. The ergonomic design of the system is distinguished by thin, minimal lines. It fits comfortably in the hand, all control parts are located correctly. Supplemented with 2 SIM cards, an 8-core processor with maximum power, a 20 megapixel camera and a capacious battery, it will cope with any calls and guarantee long-term operation.

Honor 8X 4 works for every customer, it adapts to their needs and meets the main requests. It features great graphics.
The diagonal is 6.5 inches. Screen resolution 2340/1080 pixels.
The main camera is 20 + 2 MP, the front camera is 16 MP. Features include flash, autofocus and optics stabilization.
Equipped with 3.5mm headphone area. The battery capacity of the device is only 3750 mAh. If a model with good battery, it is necessary to choose other gadgets, but according to other characteristics, this is an ideal option, which has already positioned itself from the best side.

Peculiarities:

• Android 8.0 Oreo;
• 8-core HiSiliconKirin 710;
• Rear camera 20 and 2 Mp, front - 16 Mp;
• Battery capacity - 3750 mAh;
• Support for 2 nano SIM cards.

Advantages:

1. good build quality;
2. beautiful shades of color and contrast;
3. organic design;
4. fast charging function;
5. full compliance with price and quality.

Disadvantages:

1. the battery runs out quickly.
2. sometimes the sound is distorted.

Conclusion

Summing up the results of our rating, we note that the choice will entirely depend not even on the quality and functionality of a particular model, but on the individual needs of the consumer. Boys and girls look at things completely differently and set their own selection criteria. Also, a lot depends on the choice of the preferred brand, design and equipment. We have prepared a rating of the best smartphones up to 15,000 rubles in 2019, which will help you learn a lot about the models you are interested in and, possibly, make the right choice.

Good day to all visitors of the Unite4Buy website! The average cost category is quite difficult in terms of choosing a smartphone that can become a reliable mobile assistant for many years to come. Whatever the amount of money that a person wants to spend on buying a gadget, find a balanced, beautiful and simple excellent model it is difficult for the price segment due to the variety of the assortment on the market. That is why, through the efforts of the editorial staff, we have created a rating of the best smartphones in 2020 at a price of up to 15,000 rubles. With our TOP-10, you will definitely not get lost in the abundance of both successful and mediocre phones that have flooded store shelves.

10. Meizu Note 9 Global 4 / 64Gb

Meizu Note 9 - an ideal unnoticed by many?

Advantages:

• pleasing with brightness and natural color reproduction 6.2-inch OGS-panel;
• Snapdragon 675 processor is enough for demanding games even at high graphics settings;
• decent photographic capabilities of the 48 megapixel main camera;
• autonomy of the device at the level of 9 hours of active screen time;
• modern attractive design;
• affordable price

Disadvantages:

• lack of NFC (contactless payments);
• FlymeOS shell is very peculiar in terms of interface;
• plastic rear panel prone to scratches.

Opens the top ten excellent in all respects phablet from the Chinese company Meizu. This smartphone was intended as a full-fledged opponent to the bestseller Xiaomi Redmi The Note 7, however, failed to achieve the same fame due to a weaker advertising campaign and a delay in release. However, this fact does not negate the advantages of the phone. The amazing design is achieved by the unusual color design of the rear panel, a beautiful dual camera, a fingerprint scanner and the absence of the large 6.2-inch OGS-panel bezels. The image is rich and contrasting, and at a resolution of 2244x1080 pixels, modern games will look simply amazing. The developer did not skimp on technical characteristics and installed the most powerful processor Snapdragon 675, with which high graphics settings will become the norm in demanding games. The 4000mAh battery guarantees a good 9 hours of active screen time. Even with cameras, there are absolutely no problems, because the main 48 and 5-megapixel photo modules achieve a shooting quality similar to that of Xiaomi Redmi note 7, which is quite decent for an inexpensive phone. But not without drawbacks. The back panel of the case is made of plastic, prone to chips and scratches, there is no support for the beloved by millions of NFC, and the FlymeOS shell still remains very controversial in terms of interface design. In other aspects, the device is really good for its price.

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9. Doogee S68 Pro

Doogee S68 Pro - amazing strength of character

Advantages:

• the power of the Mediatek Helio P70 processor is enough for low-medium graphics settings in demanding games,
• the level of photographic capabilities of cameras is sufficient for mediocre lighting conditions;
• bright and contrasting OGS-screen;
• wireless charger;
• protection according to IP68 standards against moisture and dust;
• autonomy at the level of 10 hours of active screen time

Disadvantages:

• processor performance may not be enough for avid mobile gamers;
• the dimensions of the smartphone are far from minimal;
• the firmware may contain some untranslated expressions and words

Peculiarities:

Wireless charging, support for NFC (contactless payments), IP68 protection against moisture and dust;

The ninth position of the TOP-10 is given to an extraordinary secure smartphone from the Dugi company. The manufacturer has tried to do everything possible to new phone was able to please the majority of the audience. Of course, this device is protected from moisture and dust by IP68 standards, but the case is decorated with metal and rubberized elements, a triple camera, a fingerprint sensor and a display with frames that are not the largest for the segment. And let the gadget not be called tiny, the use of a 5.9-inch OGS-panel still allowed us to maintain more or less good ergonomics. The quality of the screen does not give rise to serious complaints. Brightness and contrast are far from AMOLED counterparts, but the FullHD + resolution, decent visibility of the picture in direct sunlight allows you to get a positive impression from the IPS-display. The specs aren't perfect, but they're not bad either. The Mediatek Helio P70 processor is inferior in performance and optimization for gaming applications to its counterparts from Qualcomm, but together with 6GB of RAM and the Mali G72MP3 video adapter, it is still ready to run all demanding games without serious lags. ROM is allocated as much as 128GB, and the memory card slot is not forgotten. The main dual camera led by a 21-megapixel Sony IMX230 module is intended more for daytime shooting, but with proper skill, you can get a good evening shot. The 6300mAh battery will last for 10 hours of active screen time, and the additional advantages of the model will be NFC (contactless payments), wireless charging and a good 16-megapixel front camera. If you are ready to put up with not the most top-end performance, not the most optimized software and the size of the device, then you will get one of the best smartphones for your price.

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Video review Doogee S68 Pro

8.Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T 4 / 64Gb

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T - Bug Fixes

One line above is the most affordable representative of the Xiaomi Redmi Note line with NFC support. Fans of contactless payments still managed to get the company to implement this technology even in inexpensive phones. However, the phablet has something to surprise and besides this function. The back panel made of glass attracts attention with four photo modules and a fingerprint scanner, in front there is a very bright and contrasting display. Unfortunately, its frames are not minimal, but the image quality does not upset. The 6.3-inch OGS-panel is endowed with a high resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels, a good oleophobic coating, the picture is detailed and natural. They try to keep up with those of opponents and technical characteristics. The Snapdragon 665 processor, 4GB of RAM and the Adreno 610 graphics adapter show an excellent balance of energy efficiency and performance and can give pleasure from modern games at medium graphics settings. The main four cameras are topped by the Samsung GM1 sensor, which has undergone a number of improvements since the Redmi Note 7. Now the photos are pleasing with even more detail with a reduced amount of noise. The battery capacity is unchanged 4000mAh, providing approximately 8-9 hours of active screen time. An infrared port for controlling household appliances will also not be superfluous for the user. In addition to design flaws, the disadvantage of the gadget is advertising and a kind of MIUI shell interface. Considering the price of the smartphone, we recommend it for purchase without a fraction of a doubt. This is one of best phones for their money.

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7. Meizu 16X 6 / 64Gb

Meizu 16 - mesmerizing beauty

Advantages:

• attractive flagship design;
• bright and contrast 5.99-inch AMOLED panel;
• the Snapdragon 710 processor is sufficient even for medium-high graphics settings in games;
• very good main cameras for the price segment;
• low price

Disadvantages:

• the software is not updated, has a peculiar interface;
• autonomy of 6 hours of active screen time may not be enough for a number of users;
• lack of NFC

Peculiarities:

In-screen fingerprint scanner

The seventh place in the rating is taken by a smartphone that can instantly fall in love with any potential buyer. The compact metal body fits perfectly in the hand and is pleasantly cool, the dual camera with a beautiful proprietary ring of LED flashes, 5.99-inch display without bezels and cutouts with a built-in fingerprint sensor only emphasize the flagship appearance of the gadget. Surprisingly, the AMOLED screen evokes almost the same emotions. FullHD + resolution, competent color calibration with the highest brightness and contrast values ​​make the used display extremely high quality. From the point of view of technical characteristics, problems do not arise either. The current Snapdragon 710 processor, 6GB of RAM and the Adreno 616 video accelerator guarantee smooth gameplay at high graphics settings. It is worth praising the main 12 and 20-megapixel photo modules from Sony. Today's rare optical stabilization helps you get clear and detailed photos even at night. Unfortunately, when recording a video, it is not so clearly visible. Another advantage of the device is its extremely affordable price. Let's move on to the cons. The proprietary FlymeOS shell will upset many with both the design of the interface and the lack of updates, there is no NFC support. The 3100mAh battery capacity may not be enough for some buyers. However, the manufacturer's pricing policy and many competitive advantages still allow us to close our eyes to a few shortcomings.

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Video review Meizu 16X 6 / 64Gb

6.Samsung Galaxy A60 6 / 64Gb

Samsung Galaxy A60 - Bestseller in Korean

Advantages:

• pleasing to the eye, high-resolution bezel-less OGS-screen with built-in front camera;
• excellent Snapdragon 675 processor for medium-high graphics settings in most games;
• decent autonomy for a 3500mAh battery (about 7-8 hours of active screen time);
• thoughtful and stylish design;
• not perfect, but very good triple camera at 32 megapixels;
• NFC support;
• low price for a smartphone from A-brand.

Disadvantages:

• there is no separate headphone jack;
• photographic capabilities of cameras are still inferior to those of many representatives of the rating;
• the body is made of polycarbonate, prone to scratches and chips

Peculiarities:

NFC support, front camera "island"

One step away from the top five, a stunning smartphone from the Korean company Samsung stopped. In addition to the brand's popularity, the phone is ready to please us with a number of advantages. The design of the device is extremely interesting. A triple camera, a fingerprint scanner, attractive colors of the back panels, a truly bezelless 6.3-inch screen just fall in love with the gadget once and for all. Only the back panel made of polycarbonate can confuse the buyer, because such beauty will have to be covered with a protective case to avoid scratches and chips. Finding fault with the brightness and contrast of the OGS-panel with a resolution of 2340x1080 pixels is possible only without taking into account the price of the device. In its value category, the display is more than decent. The same goes for technical specifications. The Snapdragon 675 processor, 6GB of RAM and the Adreno 612 video adapter do not fall into the dirt even in the most demanding gaming projects, demonstrating usually smooth gameplay at medium-high graphics settings. The main three photomodules with a main sensor of 32 megapixels, unfortunately, are inferior to many representatives of the rating, but in general they demonstrate a good photo result even in low light. The amount of noise does not go beyond reasonable limits, most of the details are preserved. The 16-megapixel front-facing "island" sensor not only looks great, but also creates eye-catching selfies. The battery capacity has reached 3500mAh, which will allow you not to think about power banks for about a day and a half. The device also supports NFC (contactless payments). In addition to the case materials, the only drawback of the gadget is the absence of a separate headphone jack. Thus, the reviewed smartphone deserves to be considered one of the best in its price category.

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5. Nokia 8.1 4 / 64Gb

Nokia 8.1 - fixed shortcomings

Advantages:

• bright and high-contrast OGS-display of the highest resolution;
• not deprived of performance Snapdragon 710 processor, capable of running modern games at high graphics settings;
• expensive body materials;
• good autonomy at the level of 7-8 hours of active screen time;
• amazing for the price point dual camera with optical stabilization;
• NFC support (contactless payments);
• affordable price for the A-brand device.

Disadvantages:

• the design of the smartphone looks somewhat outdated

Peculiarities:

NFC support (contactless payments)

The fifth place in the TOP-10 of the best smartphones under 15,000 rubles receives an attractive gadget from the already Finnish-Chinese company Nokia. The main advantage of the model is its extreme balance. In fact, the disadvantages of the device can only be attributed to an outdated design (for example, a huge cutout for a good front camera of 20 megapixels). The rest of the parameters are not upsetting, even if sometimes they are not too encouraging. The glass and metal body fits comfortably in the hand and looks quite expensive. Although the 6.18-inch OGS-screen has an impressive "eyebrow", it tries to match many of the rating representatives in terms of color rendering and picture detail. FullHD + resolution, oleophobic coating, good brightness and contrast - most buyers will like this combination. Specifications in the face of the Snapdragon 710 processor, 4GB of RAM and the Adreno 616 video chip will suit even sophisticated Android gamers, because demanding games will run without problems at high graphics settings. The main dual camera has a 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 main sensor. The once-flagship photomodule with optical stabilization copes better with both photo and video shooting than most opponents. And even mediocre lighting has little effect on the color rendition and detail of the filmed material. The 3500mAh battery lasts for seven hours of active screen time. The result is not the best, but quite decent. NFC (contactless payments) Android Q with frequent software updates only underlines the relevance of the device and the fact that it is one of the best smartphones in the price category.

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4. Xiaomi POCOPHONE Poco F1 6 / 128Gb

Xiaomi Pocophone Poco F1 - prohibitive performance

Advantages:

• the amazing Snapdragon 845 processor for maximum graphics settings in games;
• good autonomy at the level of 9 hours of active screen time;
• infrared sensor for face detection;
• decent photo and video quality from the main cameras (main sensor - Sony IMX363);
• low price for specifications

Disadvantages:

• lack of NFC (contactless payment);
• MIUI interface is not suitable for all users;
• the quality of the display still lags behind the standards of the price segment;
• The polycarbonate body is quickly covered with scratches

Peculiarities:

Face detection infrared sensor

The fourth place in the rating is occupied by the smartphone from Xiaomi that has already become a classic. Its main advantage is the top-end Snapdragon 845 processor, together with 6GB of RAM and the Adreno 630 video chip, ready to delight Android gamers. Maximum graphics settings will accompany any demanding games for a couple of years. The photographic capabilities of the main dual camera led by the Sony IMX363 sensor should not be overlooked either. Supports 4K video recording at 60fps, can be installed google apps Camera for even more impressive shooting results will be a delight for mobile photographers. Decent autonomy is provided by a 4000mAh battery (about eight hours of active screen time from a single charge). The 6.18-inch OGS panel with FullHD + resolution, unfortunately, is no longer so impressive. Although its huge cutout for a good 20-megapixel front camera is justified by the presence of an infrared sensor for detecting faces, it looks very outdated and frankly ugly. The brightness and contrast levels of the OGS display are quite average. The design of the gadget can hardly be called the best in the segment. The back panel, although it pleases the eye with cute colors, the original design of the dual photo module and the fingerprint scanner, is made of polycarbonate, which is quickly covered with scratches. The lack of NFC and not the most unambiguous interface of the proprietary MIUI shell are also unlikely to appeal to parts of the market audience. However, if you want to buy a full-fledged gaming phone with good cameras and autonomy for a small amount of money, then the Pocophone F1 will be the best smartphone for you.

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3.Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro Global 6 / 128Gb

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro - a budget miracle

The bronze medal goes to an inexpensive but extremely productive camera phone from Xiaomi. This phone quickly became a bestseller for many reasons. It's hard not to notice the beauty of smartphone design. A graceful glass back panel with an attractive design of four photomodules and a fingerprint sensor, a huge 6.53-inch OGS display devoid of frames, beautiful color solutions of the cases turn the gadget into a real handsome man. The screen quality is slightly higher than that of the same Pocophone F1, the picture is brighter and more contrasting, better visible in direct sunlight. Unusual technical characteristics in the form of a Mediatek Helio G90T processor, 6GB of RAM and a MaliG72-MC4 graphics adapter initially caused bewilderment on the part of the brand's fans. However, when they saw the performance of the chip at the level of the Snapdragon 712, the audience's opinion changed dramatically. Four main cameras, led by an excellent Samsung GW1 sensor, do not lag behind most devices based on Sony IMX586 modules in terms of photographic capabilities. Excellent work of noise reduction, excellent detail, good white balance - such photos are not a shame to put in social networks without editing. And the 20MP front camera does not disappoint. Autonomy issue? No matter how it is! A 4500mAh battery will give you more than 9-10 hours of active screen time. The advantages of the gadget do not end there. The list can be expanded with support for NFC (contactless payments), an infrared port for controlling household appliances, a nice looking price. Of the minuses, we can only note the advertising of the MIUI proprietary shell, and the lack of optimization of some games for the processors of the Mediatek company. In other aspects, we really have one of the best smartphones under 15,000 rubles, which you just want to buy yourself.

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2.Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite 6 / 128Gb

Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite - like a flagship, only cheaper

Silver is deservedly received by an amazing sub-flagship from the Chinese company Xiaomi. It so happened that the smartphones of this manufacturer took a good half of the rating. And with models such as Mi 9 Lite, you understand why everything turned out this way. It is very difficult to find any flaws in the model within the price segment. The design almost completely copies that of the much more expensive flagship Mi 9. The graceful shape of the case made of tempered glass and metal, a truly bezelless 6.39-inch display, a nice design of the triple camera - beauty, isn't it? The screen is made using AMOLED technology and is characterized by excellent brightness and contrast. FullHD + resolution, minimal PWM effect thanks to DC Dimming only confirm high quality display. The technical characteristics are not top-notch, but decent. The Snapdragon 710 processor, 6GB of RAM and the Adreno 616 graphics accelerator cope with the most resource-intensive games, so gamers can also look at buying a phablet. Three main photomodules, led by the most popular Sony IMX586 48 megapixel sensor, will provide hundreds of excellent photos and videos, regardless of the degree of illumination of the event. The 32-megapixel selfie camera is one of the best in this TOP-10. The battery received a capacity of 4030mAh, which allows us to talk about 9-10 hours of active screen time from a single charge. IrDA, traditional for Xiaomi devices, for controlling household appliances, NFC support, an in-screen fingerprint scanner and a reasonable price tag just make you think about buying an excellent smartphone, the only drawbacks of which are not the loudest and high-quality speaker, and advertising in the MIUI proprietary shell.

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1. Xiaomi Mi 9 T 6 / 64Gb

Xiaomi Mi 9 T - the technology of the leader

Advantages:

• gorgeous AMOLED panel Full resolution HD +;
• excellent technical characteristics for the price segment (maximum graphics settings are available in most games);
• pleasing to the eye design of the case made of glass and metal;
• NFC support (contactless payments);
• extremely high quality main triple camera;
• in-screen fingerprint scanner;
• autonomy at the level of 9-10 hours of active screen time;
• retractable front camera

Disadvantages:

• lack of DC Dimming technology to eliminate the PWM effect of the screen;
• the design of the MIUI branded shell may not appeal to a number of users.

Peculiarities:

NFC (contactless payment) support, in-screen fingerprint reader, pop-up front camera

The gold medal goes to the futuristic and powerful smartphone the notorious Xiaomi company. It's hard not to give the palm to such an impressive phone. A retractable front camera, a huge display without bezels and any cutouts, original textures of the back glass panel, and a metal body frame turn the model into a real work of design art. The 6.41-inch AMOLED panel pleases with both brightness and contrast, and high resolution FullHD +. Only DC Dimming technology is not in it, so the PWM effect can affect eye fatigue. The Snapdragon 730 processor, 6GB of RAM and the Adreno 618 graphics adapter are capable of running most modern games even on maximum settings graphics. Surprising in the price segment and the quality of photos and video sequence of the main triple camera. The main 48-megapixel Sony IMX582 module was endowed with excellent optics and sophisticated software, thanks to which the user can get a detailed picture without unnecessary noise even in the dark. Against this background, the 20-megapixel front camera does not fall into the dirt. A 4000mAh battery will allow you not to think about power banks or chargers for a couple of days. It should be noted that there is NFC support in the phablet, a sub-screen fingerprint scanner. The disadvantages of the gadget include the proprietary MIUI shell, the interface of which is not liked by all users. As a result, Xiaomi Mi 9 T can without a shadow of a doubt be called the best smartphone up to 15,000 rubles, which allows you to get virtually the entire range of functions inherent in modern flagships.

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All reviewed devices show decent results in the benchmark. The leader in it is Xiaomi Pocophone F1 based on the flagship Snapdragon 845 processor. Also suitable for demanding games at high graphics settings Xiaomi Mi 9 T (Snapdragon 730), Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro (Mediatek Helio G90T). Gadgets based on the Snapdragon 710 chip lag behind these processors by about 10%. Devices based on Snapdragon 675, 665, Mediatek Helio P70 processors are suitable only for medium graphics settings.

Performance based on Antutu benchmark

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Comparison of the characteristics of Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro Global 6 / 128Gb, ​​Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite 6 / 128Gb, ​​Xiaomi Mi 9 T 6 / 64Gb

Name	Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro Global 6 / 128Gb	Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite 6 / 128Gb		2340x1080	2340x1080
Multi-touch (number of touches)	10	10	10
Random access memory (RAM)	6 GB	6 GB	6 GB
Frameless	Yes	Yes	Yes
Internal memory (ROM)	128 GB	128 GB	64 GB
Expansion slots		MicroSD, support for cards up to 256GB	Absent
Rear camera	64 megapixels	48 megapixels	48 megapixels
Camera	Four cameras	Triple camera	Triple camera
Matrix model (sensor)	Samsung GW1	Sony IMX586	Sony IMX582
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dxomark (photo)
dxomark (video)
Front (selfie) camera	20 megapixels	32 megapixels	20 megapixels
Battery	4500 mAh	4030 mAh	4000 mAh
Wireless charger	No	No	No
Network type	4 G	4 G	4 G
Number of SIM cards		1 slot: nanoSIM, 2 slot: nanoSIM or memory card	1 slot: nanoSIM, 2 slot: nanoSIM
WiFi	There is	There is	There is
Bluetooth	There is	There is	There is
NFC	There is	There is	There is
Navigation	GPS, A-GPS, GLONAS	GPS, A-GPS, GLONAS	GPS, A-GPS, GLONAS
Event indicator	There is	There is	There is
The fingerprint scanner	There is	There is	There is
Operating system	Android 9.0	Android 9.0	Android 9.0
Body material	Plastic frame, glass body		Metal frame, glass body
The weight	199 g	179 g	191 g
Dimensions (size)	161.3 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm	156.8 x 74.5 x 8.67 mm	159.21 x 75.21 x 8.1 mm
Price	$ 220.79 (RUB 14 591.78)	$ 313.49 (RUR 20 718.23)	$ 246.99

conclusions

• before you finally choose a phone, select for yourself those factors that you want and, accordingly, do not want to see in your new mobile assistant;
• check the lists of advantages and disadvantages of the presented models, find the device, the pros and cons of which will be closest to those that you have compiled;
• do not forget to put on a hat when going outside, because the weather will soon cease to please with warmth.

Now the correct answer to the question "Which smartphone is better to buy in 2020 up to 15,000 rubles?" you know for sure! Have a nice day! Unite4Buy - we are made for you!

Publication date: 2020-01-26

4.63 / 5 of 421

Smartphones with a price of up to 15 thousand rubles belong to the low or medium price segment. They are overflowing a market for which manufacturers are actively fighting. Xiaomi and Huawei are in the lead here, and it is likely that you will have to choose between these two brands. Next - a selection of the best mobile phones with decent cameras in its class. All of them, of course, are inferior in the quality of shooting to expensive flagships.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7

When it comes to low-cost phones, Redmi Note 7 is almost always featured. Xiaomi managed to create a cool smartphone with normal hardware and amazing cameras that take pictures in daylight no worse than flagship ones. Of course, in low light, noise and a narrow dynamic range are possible, but this is forgivable given the price of the phone.

Redmi Note 7 received two cameras - the main one with a resolution of 48 megapixels and a Quad Bayer filter, an additional 5 megapixel depth sensor. In fact, there is only one camera here, since the depth sensor is used only in portrait mode and does not take pictures on its own. The peculiarity of the camera is precisely in the quadruple Bayer filter, with the help of which the adjacent 0.8 μm pixels form one large one - 1.6 μm in size, which improves the quality of the photo, expands the DD and actually reduces the amount of noise, but the resolution also drops to 12 megapixels.

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Plus, the Redmi Note 7 is powered by the energy-efficient Snapdragon 660 processor, which can handle games like PUBG, and has a capacious 4000 mAh battery. Withstands 32.5 hours of communication and over 14 hours of continuous video playback at medium brightness. The screen is cool, with accurate colors, high contrast. The only problem is that there is no NFC, so you cannot pay for purchases with a smartphone. But this disadvantage is compensated by support for QC 4.0 fast charging, a USB Type-C connector, which differs the device from its competitors, which still have microUSB.

Redmi Note 7 is the best in April 2019 to take if a quality camera is a priority.

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Xiaomi Mi A3

The new Xiaomi phone with a disgusting HD screen and “grain” (visible pixels), but with a cool camera, a large battery and a new 11nm Snapdragon 665 processor. lens.

Camera characteristics:

• Main sensor: 48 MP, f / 1.8, phase detection autofocus
• Additional: with wide-angle optics, 8 MP, f / 2.2
• Depth sensor: 2 MP

For some reason, Mi A3 photographs worse than Redmi Note 7, but it offers “shirik”, which is a plus.

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Samsung Galaxy A50

Samsung Galaxy A50

A cool midrange from Samsung, which was previously sold for 20 thousand rubles, but now the version with a 64 GB disk can be bought for less than 15,000 "wooden" ones. The smartphone is good, despite the fact that it is made in a plastic case.

The main feature is a 4000 mAh battery, a cool Amoled display with a fingerprint scanner, a good rear camera with characteristics:

• Primary: 25 MP, f / 1.7
• Wide-angle: 8 MP, f / 2.2
• Depth sensor: 5MP

The smartphone takes great pictures during the day, but the quality of the shooting drops dramatically in the evening. This is the main disease for this model, although Samsung is already rolling out updates that should improve the quality of photography.

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An excellent phone for little money - you can take it!

Honor 10 Lite

Huawei will cost exactly 15,000 rubles, plus the manufacturer offers a discount coupon, which will save a thousand or two. The smartphone turned out to be cool and managed to get high ratings from users.

First of all, the phone is interesting for the presence of an NFC chip, which is not in the Redmi Note 7. It also runs Android 9 Pie out of the box, and is equipped with a large 6.21-inch Full HD + screen. The processor is Kirin 710, which Huawei puts on its mid-range phones. This is a fairly productive and energy efficient chip. The battery capacity is 3400 mAh, which is enough for 28 hours of communication and 11 hours of video playback.

Still, the main thing is the camera. There is a 13 megapixel sensor with f / 1.8 aperture and an additional 2 megapixel depth sensor. Front - with a resolution of 24 megapixels and an aperture of f / 2. Huawei does not offer us anything new, like the Quad Bayer filter. We just have good camera v inexpensive smartphone, which produces shots that are close in quality when compared to the Redmi Note 7.

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If the presence of NFC is important to you, or Xiaomi smartphones do not inspire confidence, then feel free to take the Honor 10 Lite - it beats off its money by 100%.

Offers:

This model is very close to the Honor 10 Lite in terms of characteristics, and from the official seller it is only 200 rubles cheaper. The difference between smartphones is the resolution of the front camera, although the final quality is practically the same.

The device is powered by the HiSilicon Kirin 710 processor, is equipped with the same 6.21 ”screen with Full HD + resolution and an identical camera block - 13 + 2 megapixels. The 3400 mAh battery allows you to chat for almost 25 hours and play videos for 11 hours. The results are roughly the same as on the Honor 10 Lite.

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It's not safe to say that Huawei P Smart 2019 is the best option, but if Honor 10 Lite is not on sale, and NFC is fundamentally important to you, this model is recommended for purchase.

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The smartphone is slightly behind the previous phones in the ranking in terms of the quality of photography, but in the middle-end of 2018 it has established itself as a budget camera phone. The device runs on the same processor as the Redmi Note 7, but comes with Android 8.1 out of the box.

The camera is represented by two modules - the main one with a resolution of 12 megapixels and an aperture of f / 1.8 + an additional one of 20 megapixels with an aperture of f / 1.8. Unlike previous models, here additional camera plays a more important role than just determining the depth. With it, the smartphone captures more light when shooting in low light. This leads to an improved photo quality when shooting in the evening or indoors.

The only problem is a possible marriage of the fingerprint scanner. On w3bsit3-dns.com, many owners complain that when unlocking with a fingerprint, the processor frequencies freeze at the upper values ​​and do not fall off. This leads to the fact that the battery is quickly discharged and the case heats up. It's not a fact that you will come across just such a device, but keep in mind.

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I put this model in fifth place because it has not been tested yet, therefore, there are no examples of photos from smartphone cameras taken in the studio. However, the device is already in the hands of people who say that the camera is good here.

The Samsung Galaxy A30 may take a lot better pictures than all the phones in the ratings above, but this is not yet known. But obviously, the Galaxy A30 is a successful phone with a Super Amoled screen, a new 14nm Exynos 7904 processor and a capacious 4000 mAh battery with support for fast charging.

There are 2 cameras here - the main 16 megapixel with an aperture of f / 1.7 + additional, with a wide-angle lens and an aperture of f / 2.2. This is the trick of the phone, since few manufacturers offer wide-angle optics in a smartphone up to 15 thousand rubles. A completely different question - how well does he take pictures?

Judging by the reviews, the phone turned out to be good and gets the fifth place only due to the lack of test shots that would allow us to compare the quality with other competitors.