Top phone companies. Best Smartphone Firm. The best of the best

If you decide to buy a smartphone from a regular retail store, then you will surely come across a lot of advice from a sales assistant. It is quite possible that he will persistently offer a device from some little-known company. Are second-tier manufacturers really creating ideal devices now? No, everything is much easier to explain. A consultant receives less than 1% of its value from the sale of an iPhone, an average of 1.5% for selling a product from Samsung, and if he convinces you to buy something not in demand, up to 10% of the cost may end up in his pocket! Therefore, do not listen to the advice of sellers working in large retail chains, it is better to pay attention to our article. We tried to honestly tell you which smartphones are better.

There are dozens of large and small companies on the smartphone market. They can be divided into four groups:

• The first includes top manufacturers- they sell hundreds of millions of devices a year. You can also include companies that seek to show themselves top-end, although they do not always succeed in doing this.
• The second group includes companies that supply mainly inexpensive smartphones... Most of these manufacturers are from China.
• The third group consists of image brands... Whether a businessman or just knowledgeable person if he sees you with a similar device, he will immediately understand that you are making a lot of money.
• Finally, the fourth group includes manufacturers outright rubbish... Their devices are sold for very minimal money, while brand names are often not remembered and do not say anything. Such devices, for example, are massively sold on AliExpress.

Top brands

More than 20% of smartphones sold in the world are created by a South Korean company Samsung... All Android devices are distributed under the brand name Galaxy... Many components are produced by the South Koreans on their own, and not purchased on the side - for example, it concerns memory, processor and camera. This allows the company to achieve the best possible compatibility of components with each other. If you want to use your smartphone without any problems for two to three years, then be sure to pay attention to Samsung products. However, the acquisition will not be cheap, since the high-quality devices from this manufacturer cost at least 15 thousand rubles. Of course, there are also budget devices that belong to the line. J, but they differ in their characteristics from the "Chinese" only by the presence of an AMOLED screen. Which, however, is a serious advantage.

Samsung Galaxy S7

Interesting fact: Samsung manufactures smartphones based on its own Tizen operating system. But so far they cannot show the expected level of sales.

Products Apple accounts for approximately 11 percent of the global smartphone market. The global difference between this company and Samsung is that it does not produce budget devices at all. Theoretically, these include iPhone SE... But it seems cheap only against the background of other models produced. Apart from them, the cost of 30 thousand rubles seems exorbitantly high.

When you buy one or another iPhone, you get a very beautiful iOS device. At the same time, someday you will definitely notice the lack of modern technologies, which have been popular for a long time on the flagship "androids". You may also run into certain problems if you want to listen to music for free, as Apple is doing its best to get customers to subscribe to iTunes. And such minor problems iPhones have enough a large number of.

Interesting fact: many Apple smartphones are sleek and compact, while Android phones are increasingly oversized.

In 2018, for the first time, it took the second place in the number of smartphones sold in Russia, yielding only to Samsung and surpassing the results of the "apple" giant. The range of this manufacturer is very wide. Low-cost products sold under a separate sub-brand are in great demand. Honor... But much more expensive flagships have become even more popular lately. Such devices get at their disposal a double chamber, which is usually designed together with Leica... Consumers are no longer confused by the fact that, for example, Huawei P20 Pro goes on sale at a price of 55 thousand rubles - the number of pre-orders for this model breaks all records.

Interesting fact: Huawei earns the main profit not from smartphones, but from the sale of telecommunications equipment - cell towers, switches and other things.

Interesting fact: the history of Xiaomi began not with smartphones, but with the proprietary MIUI shell.

Taiwan company is in the market mobile devices from the time of Windows Mobile... Now all smartphones from this manufacturer operate under Android... And if initially many devices under the ASUS brand were sold at a fairly high price, now you can find budget models, the cost of which does not exceed 6-8 thousand rubles. However, in terms of performance, such products will be inferior to Chinese competitors that are sold through AliExpress and other similar online stores.

ASUS Zenfone 3 Deluxe

Interesting fact: more than 21 thousand people work for the benefit of ASUS.

Inexpensive devices

This group includes devices from very many companies, albeit in some cases with reservations. For example, not all smartphones Htc can be called cheap. The Taiwanese manufacturer tries to endow its best creations with patented technologies, as a result of which it does not work out to greatly reduce the price tag. As a result, the devices sound better than the others, but they are also expensive. However, the greatly reduced number of devices sold does not allow this company to be ranked among the top ones. As well as it is impossible to do this in relation to ZTE... The Chinese sell a huge number of smartphones, but so far only in the main market - they feel much worse abroad.

Sells very inexpensive and quite good devices BBK Electronics... But you won't find a mention of this consumer electronics manufacturer on store shelves. The fact is that it produces smartphones under two other brands - Oppo and Vivo... They own the shares of 8.5% and 7.1% of the world percent, respectively. In the overwhelming majority of cases, these are all budget devices. High sales indicate not only a low price, but also a decent level of workmanship. Some time ago, these two brands entered the Russian market. However, the manufacturer's recommended price tag turned out to be very high, which is why the number of smartphones sold in our country is estimated at only tens of thousands of copies.

As for the BBK flagships, they are also distributed under the trademark Oneplus... Experts have repeatedly noted that often the best Chinese flagships are produced under the One + brand, which do not have serious flaws. But they also have a corresponding price tag - about 30-36 thousand rubles, depending on the method of purchase.

Products can also be attributed to inexpensive smartphones. cellular operators. MTS, Beeline and "Megaphone" from time to time they sell devices under their own brands. They can often be purchased for quite ridiculous money. But at the same time, you will have to buy an Internet package for a period of several months. This way the operator will be convinced that you will not go to its competitor in the very near future. The technical characteristics of such devices leave much to be desired, although there are exceptions to this rule.

Some companies have made a name for themselves with mobile phones that are crafted from leather, gold, silver, and even platinum. Interestingly, some of them still create push-button devices! But still, the lion's share of production is now made up of smartphones based on Android.

The most famous manufacturer of this kind of goods is Vertu... It used to be a division of Nokia, but a few years ago it became a separate company. You can also highlight a Swiss company Ulysse nardin, which is better known for wristwatches.

Vertu Signature Touch

In fact, there are a large number of companies in the smartphone market that cost tens of thousands of dollars. But many of them don't make such products on their own. They take orders from wealthy customers and coat their existing smartphone with precious dust. This is how “iPhones” with diamond cases and leather-coated devices are born.

Brands to forget about

If you do not want to face a flimsy case, a slowing operating system and other problems, then you should beware of devices

High technologies and the related industry do not tolerate even a day of business passivity, brutally cracking down on any stagnation. Should one company hesitate for at least a week - and all grandiose ideas with incarnations immediately appear among competitors, and yesterday's know-how turns into an obsolete rudiment.

One of the striking examples of such a process can be traced in the reports of the international analytics agency Gartner, which published the rating of smartphone manufacturers (in the world) for 2013-2014. And if according to the 2013 report it is clear that the first place went to Samsung, then next year Apple is in the lead. The Korean corporation managed to retain only 19.8% of the market the year before last.

Let's try to understand the reasons for such rapid changes in the mobile gadgets market, as well as compile a rating of smartphone manufacturers for the first half of 2016.

Fluctuations in the smartphone market

Last year, the situation on the smartphone and tablet market worsened noticeably, not for the better for the leaders. The share of the main manufacturers is noticeably decreasing month after month, and the positions of competitors continue to strengthen, changing the rating of smartphone manufacturers literally before our eyes.

Moreover, small corporations are quite confidently ousting venerable leaders from their homes, and the consumer, standing in front of the window, increasingly casts a glance at Chinese brands with similar technical characteristics and a markedly reduced percentage of rejects.

By and large, all mobile gadgets become just the same, and all critical differences can be attributed only to components and filling. In addition, if we look at the rating of smartphones, we will see that the products of these brands often change in terms of style and ergonomics, while Western companies try to preserve the individuality and unique face of each line and series. For the consumer, this point is also important, but preferences and opinions on this matter (new or familiar old) were divided approximately equally.

Trends

Before announcing the rating of smartphone manufacturers, it will not be superfluous to analyze the main trends in the mobile gadget industry over the past year. The main fad that all brands, without exception, have added to their models is metal. Even Samsung, which has not touched this direction for years, joined the race for the metal with its flagship Galaxy S6 and A-series.

In second place is the trend of duplicating flagships, that is, the release of a basic and more compact version of the gadget. Well, the obvious, and also noticeably beloved by users, direction was the general relief of operating system interfaces. Developers aim to lighten platforms that have been abundantly overloaded with all sorts of elements over the years of progress. The latest models are rapidly getting rid of clutter in the operating system and slowly returning to the forgotten simplicity and ease of management.

So who are they - the best smartphone makers? The ranking at the beginning of 2016 is as follows:

1. Samsung.
2. Apple.
3. Microsoft Mobile.
4. Lenovo.
5. Huawei.
6. Xiaomi.
7. Sony.
8. Micromax.

Let's analyze each participant in more detail. The list of the best companies was compiled based on the gadgets sold in 2015.

Micromax - 37.098 million units

Nevertheless, the sales results of the Indian industry leader are quite impressive, especially when you consider that the manufacturer is focused on releasing models for the budget sector. Maybe this will deprive the brand of enviable profits, but the lack of round sums is compensated by the loyalty of consumers, who in the future will probably look closely at the company's expensive flagships.

Sony - 37.791 million units

The eminent brand might not have been included in the overall rating of smartphone manufacturers. The reason the company was at the bottom of the list is pretty simple. Among all the presented flagships from Sony, only the third generation managed to perfectly balance in all respects. This is the Xperia Z3 and the smaller but stylish Z3 Compact.

Over the past months, the brand has lost many fans of the classic "Sony Style", and the company has fallen on hard times in the mobile direction. Increasingly, rumors about the impending closure of this line of gadgets are leaking into the mass media.

ZTE - 53.910 million units

This company got into the rating of smartphone manufacturers due to close and fruitful cooperation with mobile operators... Remember, it is ZTE that supplies our smartphones and phones cellular companies(MTS, Megafon and Beeline). The brand is also the main manufacturing partner for the OEM company Fly, Explay and Keneksy.

By and large, ZTE is one of the largest players in the mobile gadgets market, and only at first glance it seems like a dark horse. And if you look at the rating of Chinese smartphone manufacturers, you can see that the company is confidently holding, if not in the first places, then in the top five for sure.

Xiaomi - 56.529 million units

This relatively young revolutionary was able to prove to the whole world that even the most powerful corporations will be helpless in the face of faith, truth and colossal patience with titanic tenacity.

Xiaomi's president and founder believe that people should have high-tech devices at reasonable prices. This attitude has allowed the brand to sell over 50 million gadgets in a year.

It is also worth noting that Xiaomi has recently been the undisputed leader in the segment of mobile devices from Asian companies (the rating of Chinese smartphone manufacturers is a direct confirmation of this). In addition, the corporation makes colossal amounts of money on its smartly built services and other technological products. More recently, the brand presented to the public an original and advanced in many respects action camera, and it cost four times less than a similar GoPro in the most modest configuration, and this already says a lot.

Huawei - 70.499 million units

For the domestic consumer, the Huawei brand can easily get lost in the crowd of other Asian companies. But if you look at a larger scale, you can see that Huawei is one of the recognized leaders in the global mobile gadget industry. In addition to smartphones, tablets and other high-tech devices, the corporation is engaged in the design of 5G networks and closely cooperates with many key operators. cellular communication in terms of

It is also worth noting that the company is included in the rating of smartphone manufacturers in terms of quality and is far from the last place there. This is probably why the bulk of production is aimed at cooperation with mobile operators and various OEM brands.

LG - 76.096 million units

The incredible success of the LG G3 model and the subsequent release of lighter versions of this smartphone allowed the brand to significantly strengthen its position in the market of mobile gadgets and high-tech devices in general.

Over the course of a couple of years, the company has not only grown up, stepping firmly over the rookie stage of the Optimus One era, but also represents the current state of the industry as a technology leader. The past year has almost doubled the percentage of the brand's presence on the market, displacing not only newcomers, but also the venerable Sony.

It will also not be superfluous to note that the corporation is seriously engaged in the production of components for mobile gadgets, entering the rating of manufacturers of protective glasses for smartphones, and immediately bursting into the top three.

Lenovo - 84.029 million units

After the Lenovo brand acquired from Google all the rights to Motorola, as well as a significant part of the production capacity, the doors to the North American markets opened, if not wide open, then very wide.

As a result of the deal and after some time, it became obvious that the corporation had firmly strengthened its position globally and literally jumped over its closest competitors. The company continues to expand its influence in the segment of mobile gadgets, and at the same time promotes the iconic Motorola brand in Europe and Asia.

Microsoft Mobile - 185.660 million units

If Lenovo bought out the rights to Motorola, then Microsoft was able to absorb even such a monster as the Finnish Nokia, and, as they say, with all the giblets. As a result, mobile gadgets flooded the market, with an ambitious and powerful leader in the software industry behind them. This state of affairs allowed the giant Microsoft to obtain an excellent basis for the creation and promotion of mobile devices running the new Windows 10.

With such an enviable portfolio and almost limitless possibilities, the company was able to firmly gain a foothold in the third place in the ranking of smartphone manufacturers.

Apple - 191.426 million units

Just a year ago, the "apple" corporation made a very daring act, almost trampling all the basic principles of Steve Jobs. We are talking about bulky trendy models with screens of 4.7 and 5.5 inches. In addition to an enviable contract with the Chinese and a number of Asian countries, gadgets have won a stunning success all over the world.

The company can be called a phenomenon - an absolute record, staggering revenue and brand capitalization of over $ 600 billion. No other manufacturer in the world could achieve such indicators. Apple is just shooting heavy artillery at the industry, and very few people can do anything about it. Moreover, the secret of such a stunning success of iPads and iPhones is simple as never before: devices cost under a thousand US dollars, and the consumer simply does not have other ways to enjoy the magnificent iOS 8, except for buying a gadget.

Samsung - 392.546 million units

The Korean giant was able to sell almost 400 million smartphones last year, topping the rating of manufacturers of mobile gadgets, and with a solid lead over other famous brands.

Naturally, it is expensive to produce devices on such a scale, but more than a serious competitor with its own, albeit not cheap, but highly demanded technology is breathing in the back of Samsung. The company is improving its mobile gadgets from series to series. The latest novelty "Galaxy S6" and the A-line in an all-metal case may well compete with the "apples".

Summarizing

Leaders in the mobile segment are changing surprisingly quickly and unexpectedly. Just a year ago, we thought that Chinese gadgets were indistinct consumer goods from second-rate brands. But today's reality speaks quite the opposite, because a significant proportion of modern technology is produced under the supervision of companies from the Middle Kingdom.

Yesterday's and unnamed manufacturers confidently and rather quickly take a market place from venerable corporations, releasing their own high-tech gadgets at budget prices. Now it is difficult to embarrass or offend a person by pointing out to him an unfamiliar logo on the case of the device. Yes, having an iPhone or a Samsung flagship is fashionable, but not so practical in terms of price and performance.

If you want to buy an inexpensive mobile device without regard to solidity and brand, then it is better to take a closer look at Chinese manufacturers. You need something in between - Sony, LG and Samsung to help you. In the assortment of these brands, you can always find some inexpensive and noteworthy model for you. Well, if you want to emphasize your status with an expensive and at the same time high-quality gadget, then welcome to Apple.

Mobile phones are found in almost every country in the world. Customer preferences change very quickly and therefore the mobile market is a world of constant innovation. High resolution of the camera, fast processor, ease of use, stylish design - these are the important differences between the devices. leading smartphone manufacturers 2018 and new developing companies. We bring you the top 10 time-tested brands that offer well-assembled, attractive-looking and highly functional devices at an affordable price.

The distribution of seats was based on the statistics of sales of smartphones in Europe and the Russian Federation for the first half of 2017 according to the International Data Corporation () and customer satisfaction with product quality, research.

Vendors Oppo and Vivo are not included in the list, since they are not officially sold in Russia and the CIS. However, we have included them in ours.

10. Meizu

The flagship mobile phone is the Meizu Pro 7.

The ranking of smartphone manufacturers is opened by the Chinese company Meizu, whose history began with the production of MP3 / MP4 multimedia players. Her models such as Meizu MX, Meizu E3 and MiniPlayer (M6) were very popular thanks to their strong, clear sound and low price... However, since 2008, the portable player market began to experience a downturn and Meizu switched to promising smartphones.

In February 2009, Meizu announced the M8 smartphone with Windows CE 6.0, but with a redesigned interface. And in 2011, the Meizu M9 entered the market with Android OS and Flyme proprietary shell. This shell was subsequently used on all Meizu devices.

In 2015, Meizu became interested in the Chinese giant Alibaba Group, which invested $ 590 million in the company. This allowed Meizu to significantly expand the range of smartphones, budget M-series devices and music flagships from the Pro line appeared in it.

Users appreciate Meizu smartphones for an intuitive and beautiful interface, a durable case, a long-lasting battery and excellent technical characteristics.

Popular modern models:

• Meizu M5 Note;
• Meizu MX6;
• Meizu M3 Note.

9. Nokia

The flagship is Nokia 8.

In ninth place in the ranking of the best smartphone manufacturers in 2018 is the creator of the legendary "unkillable" model Nokia 3310 (in 2017, its updated version was released). As for smartphones, the Finnish company has not released one since 2014, having sold its mobile division to Microsoft, along with temporary use rights for the brand. However, in 2016 Nokia decided to return to the mobile market, with stylish, powerful devices running under newest version Android OS. They are produced by the Chinese company Foxconn.

Popular models:

• Nokia Lumia 640 XL;
• Nokia 5;
• Nokia 6.

The best smartphone is Xiaomi Mi 6.

Xiaomi is one of the most famous smartphone manufacturing companies based in China. It was founded in 2010, and is firmly entrenched in the segment mobile phones, thanks to its high quality devices and low prices... We even prepared a separate one, including the top models of 2017.

Xiaomi has an established and extensive sales market in countries such as India, Singapore, Malaysia (in addition to China). In addition to mobile phones, the company also has a significant global market share in segments such as tablets, devices for smart home and laptops. The Xiaomi logo is written as “MI” which means “ Mobile Internet". However, due to the complexities of the mobile market, the company also jokingly decodes its logo as "Mission Impossible", as it managed to overcome serious difficulties in this competitive environment and stay "afloat." Here are some of the most famous smartphones:

• Redmi Note 3 Pro;
• Redmi 4;
• Mi Mix -.

These are all extremely popular phones as they have all the features offered by the leading mobile phone manufacturers and are cheaper than many of the competition. Xiaomi always puts the interests of customers first and develops its technologies in accordance with their needs and requirements.

The flagship smartphone is the Huawei P10.

Which smartphones should you choose if you are primarily interested in camera quality and a high-performance processor? The answer is Huawei smartphones... This Chinese company was founded in 1987, but the mobile phone division came into being in 2003. Huawei Consumer Business Group (BG) is the group responsible for the production of smartphones, and its products are present in 170 countries around the world.

Popular suggestions include:

• Huawei Honor 8;
• Huawei Honor 6A.

Huawei is known for its sponsorship activities, it supports various sports clubs such as Arsenal, Real Madrid, Athletic Bilbao and Indian Royal Challengers Bangalore. These sponsorship services strengthen the brand's reputation and help it respond quickly to the consumer market in Europe and Asia.

Flagship smartphone - Lenovo P2.

The company was founded in 1984 and is a leader in consumer electronics. Lenovo entered the mobile and smartphone segment in 2013 and has been stepping up sales since then. In 2014, it bought the phone maker Motorola Mobility from Google to further strengthen its position in the mobile market.

The company has factories that make 40 million phones a year. Lenovo gained a significant share of its sales in China thanks to a new range of smartphones, which were advertised very aggressively. Some of the most popular Lenovo models:

• Lenovo Vibe;
• Lenovo K series;
• Lenovo Z series;
• Lenovo Phab Series.

Lenovo is currently focusing on large-scale marketing strategies, advertising its products on TV, on the Internet, in magazines, and more. In addition to POS sales, the company has increased its presence on e-commerce platforms through its own website. This has allowed her to be on par with all other top brands when it comes to using different sales channels.

5. Asus

Top novelty - Asus ZenFone 3 Zoom.

Taiwanese manufacturer Asus has firmly established itself in the global market over the past few years. The brand is known for its impeccable workmanship devices Intel based and Qualcomm SoCs (all with Android platform) and expects an audience that is attracted by the stylish design and wide functionality of smartphones. One more distinctive feature brand, production capable of providing time autonomous work up to 2 days of active use.

The most famous models:

• ZenFone Go;
• Asus Zenfone 3;
• ZenFone 4 Max.

4. LG

The flagship of 2017 is the LG G6.

LG Electronics ranks among the leaders in the production of consumer electronics and appliances, mobile phones, and many other devices. The LG Group employs over 80,000 people and can be found in 80 countries around the world.

Users praise LG smartphones for their excellent long-lasting batteries, user-friendly interface, beautiful design and reliability.

The company's most popular smartphones include:

• LG Optimus series.
• LG G Flex.
• LG Nexus.
• LG Tribute.

LG is heavily focused on developing innovation in the mobile industry. This brand was the first to introduce such an innovation as the modular design of a smartphone, it was the LG G5. Thanks to it, the device can be equipped with various replaceable modules, for example, a camera control module (you will get an analogue of a digital camera) and an audio module that can play super-high-definition audio.

LG is associated with popular sporting events such as Formula 1 and football clubs across Europe. These associations have allowed the company to build a solid, positive reputation and give it a competitive edge over other quality smartphone manufacturers.

3. Sony

The flagship is the Sony Xperia XZ Premium Dual.

The company formerly known as Sony ericsson, conquered the market with its amazing Xperia series packed with unrivaled features such as two days of battery life, an easy-to-use, high-performance camera with amazing selfie-mode features. All of this, combined with the trust and loyalty that the brand has built up over the years, keeps Sony in the top three smartphone sellers.

Popular smartphones:

• Sony Xperia XZ Premium;
• Sony Xperia XA1;
• Sony Xperia E Dual.

The flagship is the Samsung Galaxy S9.

One of the best smartphone firms in 2018, with offices in 80 countries around the world.

In the present Samsung time leads a tough competition with Apple in the smartphone segment, opposing the pretentious iPhones with its Samsung Galaxy series. More recently, the Samsung Galaxy S8 went on sale, and if you are looking for a smartphone of which company is better to buy from reviews, then you will not pass by the Galaxy S8. This one with 4K video recording, a fast Exynos 8895 chipset, a 3000 mAh battery (3500 mAh in the S8 Plus version) and useful options like fast charging, a fingerprint sensor and an iris scanner make this device the new standard for flagships of the best companies. smartphones and a worthy adversary newest iPhone 7 Plus.

Popular Samsung mobile phone models are:

• Samsung Galaxy S7;
• Galaxy A3;
• Samsung Galaxy C5.

1. Apple

The flagship of 2017 is the iPhone 7 Plus.

If you ask users, many will first name Apple - the American company that produces the famous iPhone. It was founded as a computer firm by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne, but today its main income comes from mobile devices.

Apple has built a complete ecosystem of its products and services, which includes:

• iPhone smartphones;
• iPod players;
• operating system iOS;
• iTunes media player;
• Apple Music Music Service
• and the Apple Online Store.

Thanks to the iPhone, Apple is perceived as a prestigious and high quality brand. We can say that the iPhone is not only a phone, but also a symbol of prosperity and success in many countries, which from year to year occupy prestigious places in. However, many smartphone firms breathe in the back of Apple, the quality of their products does not differ much from the "girl's best friend after diamonds." For example, Samsung, LG and Chinese manufacturers - Xiaomi, Huawei, Vivo, etc. are strong competition for "apple" products. But so far Apple has managed to retain the title of the king of the mobile world. And the company has a huge advantage - a loyal community that can help it develop even more successfully.

The latest phones released by Apple are:

• iPhone 7;
• iPhone 6S;
• iPhone 6S Plus.

It is impossible to say which smartphones are the best in 2018. Each of the brands presented in the rating has models with their own "zest". For example, Xiaomi has a large screen and a capacious battery, Asus and Lenovo have an energy-efficient processor and displays with a large margin of brightness, Apple has a sophisticated design and excellent application optimization, Samsung, Sony and Huawei have great cameras, Meizu - the most convenient interface, LG has a solid appearance and durability, Nokia has excellent sound and a large number of random access memory.

To paraphrase the famous lines of V. Mayakovsky “All smartphones are good, choose the taste”.

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 made 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 mobiles of average cost and premium class. Having studied this TOP, you can quickly find the right and good device.

• Samsung- a large manufacturer of telephony, computer and household appliances... The main office of the company is located in South Korea. It has both budget lines and premium models, Galaxy flagships... The company focuses on functionality and high quality assembly of devices, but not chasing innovations.
• Lg electronics- Samsung's main competitor in the South Korean and Asian markets. The brand's lineup is extremely rich, there are many models with an optimal ratio of cost and quality. The company attracts by the presence of technological "filling" and original design of products.
• Xiaomi Is a Chinese company specializing in the production of smartphones in the middle price range and at the same time with good quality. Premium models are rare here. The manufacturer pays special attention to cameras, recently it began to equip its mobile phones with their dual type.
• Apple- smartphones of this American company symbolize success, status, popularity. Recently, there has been a tendency to reduce the cost of the company's devices and simplify them, but no one cancels the quality of components and the modernity of technologies.
• Huawei Is another fairly well-known Chinese brand offering a wide range of smartphones at an average price - from 10,000 to 60,000 rubles. They are of interest to buyers because of their manufacturability, convenience and practicality, rare marriages, they work without lags for a long time.

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;
• Producing country;
• Diagonal and display quality;
• Build quality;
• The number of pixels for cameras and other multimedia capabilities;
• Simplicity of the menu;
• What the body is made of;
• Convenience of the interface;
• The novelty and type of processor, the number of cores;
• Performance;
• Loudness and clarity of sound;
• Equipment;
• Battery capacity and operating time in various modes;
• Charging methods;
• The level of protection against water and dust;
• Built-in memory;
• The number of SIM cards.

Good inexpensive phones up to 10,000 rubles

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

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

Advantages:

• The presence of a connector for OTG;
• Easy;
• Looks stylish;
• Loud noise;
• Good performance;
• "Pulls" toys.

Disadvantages:

• 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 Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime SM-G532F phone has clear settings, a pleasant interface, and a competent menu organization.

average price: 7200 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 main plus of the LG X power K220DS mobile phone is a capacious 4100 mAh battery, which allows you to charge your phone less often. If necessary, this can be done faster than usual using the fast charge function. Buyers speak positively about the amount of built-in memory of 16 GB, which allows you to do without a card. Selfie fans appreciate the ability to capture by hand gesture.

Advantages:

• Fast work;
• In quiet mode, it holds a charge for 3-4 days;
• High build quality;
• Large, bright display
• Excellent usability;
• Convenient operating system;
• The ability to connect a USB flash drive.

Disadvantages:

• Common slot for a SIM card and for a memory card;
• The location of the mono speaker on the back of the case.

Average price: 8500 rubles.

The best phones for quality up to 15,000 rubles

The new representative of the Galaxy series, which has become a worthy continuation of it due to modernity. An 8-core processor has been successfully applied here, the amount of internal memory has been increased to 32 GB and a 13-megapixel main camera with a flash is built-in, which takes good photos. The front one also works properly, it will work out without problems to talk on Skype or vibe, the interlocutor is heard well thanks to the loud speakers.

Experienced gadget lovers will be pleased with the novelty high performance and stunning color reproduction. The smartphone does not have the usual mechanical button under the screen, the front panel is smooth, the device is made in a minimalist style. Conveniently, you do not need to remove the second SIM card if you need to put in a memory card. But the lack of a brightness control sensor is a little disappointing, the backlight needs to be adjusted manually.

Advantages:

• Latest Android 8.0 operating system;
• 4G availability;
• Nice design;
• Not strongly felt in the hand;
• Face recognition function.

Disadvantages:

• Heats up during calls;
• 4G signal reception is not the most confident.

The reviews write that on an inexpensive and high-quality phone "Samsung Galaxy J6" you 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 the models in the middle price range. The manufacturer focuses on the quality of assembly and components. There is a pleasant opinion about the metal, almost "indestructible" case, which is more and more rare. Due to its thinness and rounded edges, the gadget is pleasant and comfortable to hold in the hand, despite the 5.5-inch diagonal above average.

Buyers of the Xiaomi Mi A1 64GB smartphone like the wide range of brightness and good viewing angles, calm color reproduction and protection of the screen with shock-resistant glass, which increases its service life. The gadget works flawlessly even with the simultaneous opening of several applications, and it can handle almost any games, however, the graphics quality in them leaves much to be desired. The device is perfectly implemented portrait mode, but when shooting in the dark and 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 photographs;
• Double zoom;
• Updated Android;
• Efficiency of work;
• A powerful processor that does not "eat up" the charge.

Disadvantages:

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

In reviews of the mobile phone "Xiaomi Mi A1 64GB", buyers point to a deep, clean and powerful sound from the speakers, but with headphones the situation is somewhat different. A well-deserved top five can be given for a decent 3080 mAh battery, working in mixed mode for more than 30 hours, but games quickly drain him.

Average price: RUB 13,000

The best phones with good quality under 20,000 rubles

An assortment of models worth 15,000-20,000 rubles. the most diverse and interesting, here you can already count on some "chips" and technological delights. This is evidenced by the 3 models included in this category.

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

Smartphone model « Apple iPhone SE 32GB ”is traditionally equipped with a proximity sensor, which allows you not to accidentally drop a call during a conversation thanks to an automatic screen lock. Through NFC, you can exchange information with other devices on short distance... To store it, the built-in memory of 32 GB is quite enough. In the talk mode the smartphone can withstand up to 14 hours, while listening to music - up to 15 hours, and "resting" - over 10 days.

Advantages:

• Good headphones complete with a remote control;
• High performance;
• Convenient size;
• Reliable case;
• Well-developed interface.

Disadvantages:

• There is no slot for a second SIM card;
• Rear camera only;
• Not the strongest front-camera by 1.2 million megapixels;
• Individual charging;
• Lack of a slot for a memory card.

Apple iPhone SE 32GB inherits characteristics from its predecessor, the iPhone 6s, and the design is almost completely copied from the Phone 5s. The manufacturer pursued the goal of making a similar option for budget buyers, which he quite succeeded.

average price: 16 100 rub.

Samsung Galaxy A6 + 32GB

New from Samsung received a rear dual camera at 16 and 5 MP, a large 6-inch screen, a reliable metal case. Its sleek, ergonomic shape is comfortable in the hand, but you can't handle it alone. Due to the matte finish, prints are practically invisible on it. There are no complaints about the build quality, no backlashes were noticed. The fingerprint reader 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 cannot unlock the screen without the owner. The large size of the display allows you to comfortably use it for Internet access. The ambient light sensor prevents eye fatigue thanks to automatic adjustment. The autonomy of the device is excellent, with a capacity of 3500 mAh it can work stably for more than two days. The performance is excellent, the games are good.

Advantages:

• High screen resolution - 2220 × 1080;
• The amount of RAM - 3 GB;
• 3500 mAh battery;
• Front camera with 24 million pixels;
• 8 processor cores;
• Powerful flashlight;
• Android 8.

Disadvantages:

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

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

average price: 15 500 rub.

This is a simple, but extremely interesting representative of the Huawei phone line, positioned as a flagship. The device is pleasant to use because of the sloping side edges, non-slippery metal-glass body. But for the same reason, scratches may remain on it. Fingerprints on the lid remain, but faint, and on black they are almost invisible. The gadget measures 148 × 71x7.4 mm, 5.84 inches diagonal and fits securely in the palm of your hand. The phone does not make noise during conversation, the sound is clear, it is comfortable to hold it near the ear.

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

Advantages:

• NFC availability;
• Face recognition;
• A wide range of settings and their flexibility;
• Slim body;
• Ease;
• Fast charging;
• Good color rendering.

Disadvantages:

• Protruding rear cameras;
• Not the most best headphones included;
• Non-removable middle battery;
• The combination of a slot for a SIM card and a memory card.

Huawei didn’t go too far, completing the P20 smartphone, equipping it with charger, headphones, USB cable, screen protector and case, eject tool.

average price: 17 490 rub.

Nice expensive premium smartphones

These phones include the flagships of the leading companies in the mobile devices market - Huawei, Samsung, Apple. They have and unusual design, and "tasty" filling.

The phone deserves the title of the best in all important criteria - reliability, quality, convenience. It is definitely worth the money. Its popularity was promoted by large capacity battery of 4000 mAh, just huge, as for our time, the amount of internal memory of 128 GB, a super-powerful front (24 million megapixels) and a rear camera, the latter is generally double at 40/20 MP. For the quality of the photo, 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 housing is protected from moisture and dust, which, along with durable materials, increases the 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 autonomy, up to 2 days of operation, but the device heats up a little during games.

Advantages:

• New OS - Android 8.1;
• The ability to shoot slow-motion video;
• Nice portrait mode
• Clear shots in motion;
• Reliable monochrome sensor
• Convenient automatic screen brightness adjustment;
• You can work with gloves.

Disadvantages:

• No memory card slot;
• Lack of a button for quick launch of the camera;
• There is no xenon flash;
• Friction may be felt due to the not strongest oleophobic coating.

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

average price: RUB 46,500

This is one of the top Samsung smartphones included in our rating cell phones in quality because of its technical simplicity and practicality. The company this time offered a 5.8-inch display, which is slightly above average. "Chips" of this model - customizable color rendition, support for HDR10 and Always-On, which saves battery life. Image detail is high due to good quality matrices of excellent resolution at 2960 × 1440 and normal viewing angles.

This model again uses the increased display sensitivity mode, which allows the device to more confidently perform tasks. The OS Android 8.0 Oreo installed here allows you to abandon the "native" settings and programs of the gadget. The device bribes motorists with the support of the landscape orientation luncher. The battery capacity is average, 3000 mAh, it is enough for 1-2 days of active work.

Advantages:

• Function wireless charging;
• Fast replenishment of the battery charge;
• Iris scanner;
• Good performance;
• Smart Wi-Fi;
• The presence of a cover in the box.

Disadvantages:

• The location of the volume button on the left side;
• In low light, the camera gives off yellowness.

average price: 40 250 rub.

This is one of the highest quality smartphones in Apple with good filling and characteristics. Compared to competitors, it is primarily distinguished by a functional 12 MP camera, which allows you to shoot in various modes - portrait light, stage lighting, etc. The TrueTone screen is bright enough, with excellent viewing angles and a convenient 4.7-inch diagonal.

Apple iPhone 8 leads in over 15 hours of battery life and fast and wireless charging. The battery is not the most powerful, but the efficiency is provided by the new 6-core processor. The device is reliably protected from splashes of water and dust, has a stylish glass body and a low weight of 148 g, although a little slippery.

Advantages:

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

Disadvantages:

• Not thin frames;
• Water resistant according to the old standard;
• Space for only one SIM card.

Average price: RUB 46,000

Which 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, often listen to music and surf the Internet a lot, then good inexpensive mobile phones up to 3000 mAh will be enough. 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 wishing to take photos with a smartphone should choose options with a camera of at least 12 MP.

Before you finally decide on the 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.
• Gamblers should pay Special attention for the gadget "Samsung Galaxy A6" and "Samsung Galaxy J6" 2018 release.
• For those who want to emphasize their high status and have a large budget, good choice will be Apple iPhone SE or Apple iPhone 8 64GB.
• Teenagers can get the Xiaomi Mi A1 64GB, which works great and is not very expensive.
• Those who drive a lot should take a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy S9.
• For women, the LG X power K220DS and Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime SM-G532F in white are ideal.

Phone sales are increasing significantly all over the world every year. Mobile devices are designed to use advanced technology to meet the growing demands of customers. There are several companies such as Samsung, Nokia and Apple that are the largest manufacturers of this kind of device. Our today's roundup features the top 10 smartphone corporations.

1. Korean company manufacturer of mobile devices - Samsung Group

Samsung Group is a South Korean company that is one of the largest corporations in South Korea. It was founded in 1938 by Lee Byungchol in Daegu City. The number of mobile phones sold per year is approximately 444 million units.

2. The company is a manufacturer of smartphones - Huawei Technologies

Huawei Technologies is one of the largest Chinese telecommunications companies, founded in 1987 by a former member of the People's Liberation Army of China, Ren Zhengfei. Its headquarters are located in Shenzhen city. Ren Zhenfey is the CEO. The number of mobile phones sold per year is approximately 53 million.

3. Smartphone manufacturer - Coolpad Group Limited

Coolpad Group Limited is a telecommunications equipment company headquartered in Shenzhen City, People's Republic of China. This brand is on the 6th place in the list of the most popular smartphone manufacturers around the world. The number of mobile phones sold per year is approximately 32 million.

4. The company is a manufacturer of smartphones - Alcatel

Alcatel Is a mobile device and telecommunications company headquartered in the People's Republic of China. The number of phones sold per year is approximately 49 million units.

5. Korean company - LG Electronics

Lg electronics is a South Korean company, one of the world's largest manufacturers of consumer electronics and home appliances. The brand was founded in 1958 by Ku Inhwom in Seoul, South Korea. The position of the general director is held by Bon-Jun Ku. The number of mobile phones sold per year is approximately 69 million.

6. Chinese company - Lenovo Group Limited

Lenovo Group Limited is a Chinese company that specializes in the production of computer hardware and mobile devices. The brand was founded back in 1984 by Louis Chuanzh in Beijing, People's Republic of China. Yang Yuanqing holds the post of general manager. The number of phones sold per year is approximately 45 million units.

7.Chinese smartphone manufacturer - ZTE

ZTE is a young company that is the second largest manufacturer of telecommunications equipment and mobile phones in China. The headquarters is located in Shenzhen city. The number of smartphones sold per year is approximately 59 million units.

8. American corporation - Apple

Apple is an American corporation, manufacturer of personal and tablet computers, audio players, phones and software. The company was founded in April 1976 by Steve Jobs, Ronald Wayne and Steve Wozniak. The headquarters are located in Cupertino, California, United States of America. Tim Cook is the CEO. The number of mobile phones sold per year is approximately 150 million units.

9. Finnish company - Nokia

Nokia is a Finnish smartphone brand headquartered in Tampere, Finland. The company was founded in 1865 by Fredrik Idestam, Leopold Heinrich and Stanislav Mechelin. Rajiv Suri is the CEO. The number of mobile phones sold per year is approximately 250 million units.

10. Japanese company - Sony Corporation

Sony Corporation Is one of the most renowned smartphone companies in the world, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The corporation was founded back in 1946 by Ibuko Masara and Akio Morita. The number of mobile phones sold per year is approximately 37 million. The post of CEO is held by Hirai Kazuo.

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