The best frameless smartphones: ranking of frameless smartphones

Frameless smartphones appeared on the market in 2014, but this design concept gained real popularity only 2 years later - when Xiaomi introduced its fantastic Mi Mix gadget to the world. After this, every self-respecting Chinese manufacturer considered it necessary to release its own frameless phone model.

The absence of frames can easily be called a mobile trend of 2022 - the modern market has no shortage of such gadgets. In this article we will talk about the most interesting of them.

Tecno Camon 15 Pro

Display : 6.6 inches, 2340×1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 84%
Processor: MediaTek MT6765
Cameras (rear / front): 48+5+2+2 MP / 32 MP
Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

Price: from 14,990 rubles.

Tecno Camon 15 Pro is a smartphone that, despite its low price compared to flagships of other brands, gives you the feeling of owning a premium device.

First of all, this is achieved due to the huge display, which does not have a cutout for the front camera - it is hidden inside the case and comes out at the user’s command. In addition, the phone will delight its owner with beautiful colors and the original texture of the back panel.

The MediaTek MT6765 processor is used here, and it is enough for stable work with everyday tasks, but not enough for games. A 4000 mAh battery may not be enough - most likely, by the evening you will take your smartphone to the outlet.

But the cameras perform well - both the quad unit on the rear panel and the aforementioned pop-up front camera. Tecno Camon 15 Pro allows you to take beautiful pictures with excellent detail.

Advantages:

Stylish design.
Large and completely frameless screen.
Good cameras.
Separate slot for microSD.

Flaws:

Not the most capacious battery.
Insufficiently powerful processor.

SAMSUNG GALAXY A51

Display: 6.5 inches, 2400×1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 89%
Processor: Samsung Exynos 9611
Cameras (rear / front): 48+12+5+5 MP / 32 MP
Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

Price: from 15,150 rubles.

Samsung Galaxy A51 features an infinity display for an immersive experience. On the large, bright 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution, watching movies, playing games and surfing the web is a pleasure. Even the hole in the built-in camera does not affect the positive impressions.

The body of the gadget is made of plastic, which is covered with a glossy protective layer that creates a mirror effect. All this looks very harmonious and elegant. Also on the back panel there is a 4-module camera with impressive capabilities: the Samsung Galaxy A51 takes photographs in excellent quality with good color reproduction and detail.

The device runs on an eight-core Samsung Exynos 9611 processor. Applications launch quickly and the interface runs smoothly. The only problem you may encounter is slight stuttering in “complex” games.

The phone uses a 4000mAh non-removable battery. The battery life here is not the best, but in general, with a moderate load, the gadget will last a couple of days without recharging.

Advantages:

Modern, stylish appearance.
Large, bright frameless display.
Versatile cameras with many capabilities.
Availability of NFC.
Separate slot for microSD.
There is fast charging.

Flaws:

The fingerprint scanner does not always work quickly.
The battery capacity may not be enough.
No wireless charging.

Nubia M2 64GB

In the ranking of the thinnest phones, the mobile device took its rightful position. Nubia M2 64GB is a long-awaited new product from ZTE with a high-speed USB Type-C interface, an 8-core processor, Android 7.0 and a fingerprint scanner.

RAM is 4 GB.

Characteristics

The smartphone has a metal body, the front surface is covered with glass. There are 2 cameras - front (16 MP) and main (13 MP), 5.5-inch display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The device is equipped with the necessary wireless modules (Bluetooth, GPS, Wi-Fi).

One of the device’s sensors is monochrome, allowing you to take pictures of the highest quality. The battery in the phone is non-removable, and the display is made using SUPER AMOLED technology.

Equipment Nubia M2 64GB

Advantages

The advantages of a smartphone include:

Good RAM 4 GB + 64 GB internal.
Excellent cameras that take high-quality photos and videos.
Sensitive sensors.
Possibility of using 2 SIM cards.
The battery is supported by fast charging technology.
Works great in modern 3G and 4G communication standards.
Using micro-SD.
Thanks to Dolby Surround 7.1 technology, the sound from the outdoor speaker is of the highest quality.
Low weight (168 g) and dimensions (154.5 x 75.9 x 7 mm).
There is support for shooting in RAW and hybrid focus.
Fast charging function.

Moderate cost combined with excellent quality is what characterizes this phone model.

IMPORTANT! The main feature of the Nubia M2 64GB is the five-lens optics function, which allows you to take excellent photographs and video reviews.

HUAWEI P SMART Z

Display: 6.59 inches, 2340×1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 91%
Processor: HiSilicon Kirin 710F
Cameras (rear / front): 16+2 megapixels / 16 megapixels
Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

Price: from 12,990 rubles.

The P smart Z smartphone from Huawei boasts a complete absence of a cutout for the front camera on the front panel of the screen. Here, instead of the usual “bangs” and “drops”, a retractable 16 MP camera is built in for portrait shots. Perhaps not everyone will like a smartphone with an unusual mechanism, but we have to admit that it looks very impressive.

Huawei P smart Z can hardly be called a compact device - it can hardly fit in the palm of your hand. The body of the device is made of plastic and is offered in several colors - blue, green and classic black.

The phone runs on an eight-core HiSilicon Kirin 710F processor. The gadget copes with everyday tasks quite quickly; Sometimes there are problems with animation and interface, but the errors are minor.

The Huawei P smart Z model has a 4000 mAh battery. Since the display resolution does not exceed 1080p, and the processor here is not the most demanding, the gadget can work without recharging for more than a day in normal use.

Advantages:

Big screen.
There is a fingerprint scanner.
Availability of NFC.
Good camera capabilities in good lighting.
Good autonomy.

Flaws:

The case is easily damaged.
No wireless or fast charging.

Vivo X9 64GB

This model belongs to thin smartphones with a thickness of 7.45 mm. Vivo X9 64GB has good power, RAM and dual front cameras. The new gadget is designed for selfie lovers.

Characteristics

The phone with the Android 6.0 operating system is available in pink, gold, gray and black. It has a classic design, metal body, medium dimensions and smooth transitions. The color touch screen has a diagonal of 5.5 inches.

The front side is protected by strong glass.

The smartphone has the functions of flash, autofocus, video recording, and the necessary interfaces.

Vivo X9 64GB has two dual front cameras Sony (20 and 8 MP)

Advantages

Vivo X9 64GB has fingerprint sensors, as well as light and proximity sensors. In addition, the advantages also include the following features of the smartphone:

Economical consumption of powerful battery power.
Fast charging function.
RAM 4 GB + built-in 64 GB.
Highest pixel density.
Instant downloads of applications and games.
Convenient graphic settings.
The main module is 16 MP.
Front cameras Sony (20 and 8 MP).
Designed for 2 SIM cards.
Light weight (154 g).
Front-camera.
Rear camera resolutions are 16 and 8 MP.
Headphone jack.
8-core processor.

The mobile device is equipped with an additional wired headset and a micro USB cable.

An affordable price, powerful hardware, and the ability to take high-quality selfies distinguish the Vivo X9 64GB from other smartphones.

SAMSUNG GALAXY A71

Display: 6.7 inches, 2400×1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 89%
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 730
Cameras (rear / front): 64+12+5+5 MP / 32 MP
Battery capacity: 4500 mAh

Price: from 21,849 rubles.

The Samsung Galaxy A71 smartphone belongs to the mid-price segment, so it has good characteristics. The body is made entirely of plastic, stylized as glass, and the large and bright display boasts thin frames. The front 32 MP camera is built into a hole right at the top of the screen, and is almost invisible.

The main camera of the Samsung Galaxy A71 is equipped with four modules that provide decent photo quality even in poor lighting. There are also a huge number of modes and settings that will help you create the perfect picture.

The performance of the gadget is based on the eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 processor. This “filling” ensures fast and smooth operation of most tasks. The smartphone has virtually no problems with demanding games; there may be slight delays when loading textures, but in general, playing is a pleasure, especially on such a screen.

The battery capacity of the Samsung Galaxy A71 is 4500 mAh, and this capacity is not as large as we would like with such a large display. With normal use, the phone will last more than one day without recharging, and with intensive use – less than a day.

Advantages:

There is fast battery charging.
Stylish appearance.
Big screen.
A camera with excellent photographic capabilities.
There is NFC.
Large amount of RAM and built-in memory.
There is a triple slot for SIM cards and memory cards.

Flaws:

There are no stereo speakers.
No moisture protection.
No wireless charging.
The fingerprint scanner does not always work quickly.

Coolpad Ivvi K1 Mini - the thinnest in the world

Coolpad Ivvi K1 Mini

Another new product has been added to the ranking of the world's thinnest phones. Coolpad recently developed the world's thinnest smartphone with a thickness of 4.7mm.

Characteristics

The smartphone has an economical processor, a 4.7-inch HD display with a resolution of 1280x720 pixels. In addition, Coolpad Ivvi K1 has a 4-core processor and 2 cameras of 8 and 5 MP.

The main camera (8 MP) takes good photos and videos, and the front camera (5 MP) is designed for video calls.

The smartphone can be used as a remote control for home appliances, such as air conditioning and TV.

Thickness of Coolpad Ivvi K1 Mini

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of the gadget include:

Affordable price with interesting design.
Compact, thin and light.
IR port and built-in remote control function, which allows you to use your smartphone as a remote control.
Ergonomic battery - 1800 mAh.
There are many modes, including choosing the right shot.
1 GB RAM + 8 GB internal flash memory.
64-bit processor.
Taking photos with autofocus and flash.
Software add-ons for high-quality shooting (“feature” of the device).

The smartphone has only 2 disadvantages:

Protruding chamber from the body.
There is no space for a memory card.

The phone operates on a 4G LTE system. The device is currently available in white and is made of plastic.

IMPORTANT! The model developers are improving the smartphone. Therefore, at the moment the Coolpad Ivvi K1 Mini is not officially on sale in the Russian Federation.

HONOR 9X

Display: 6.59 inches, 2340×1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 91,5%
Processor: HiSilicon Kirin 710
Cameras (rear / front): 48+2 megapixels / 16 megapixels
Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

Price: from 12,804 rubles.

The frameless HONOR 9X smartphone with FullView display looks very stylish. The model has neither a “bang”, nor a teardrop-shaped cutout, nor a camera built into the screen: its feature is a front camera with a 16 megapixel module that extends from the upper end of the body.

The case is available in several colors. It is worth considering that fingerprints remain visible on the plastic of the case, and the screen also collects them well.

The smartphone is powered by a 4000 mAh battery. On average, HONOR 9X can go without recharging for more than a day. The HiSilicon Kirin 710 processor is responsible for the performance. The phone runs quite quickly and smoothly, and as for “heavy” games, it will run them with medium or minimum graphics settings.

It should be noted that the HONOR 9X is presented in two versions: one version has two cameras and NFC, and the second device does not have a contactless payment chip, but is equipped with a main camera with three modules.

Advantages:

There is NFC.
Large, bright, notch-free display.
High quality cameras.
Good autonomy.
Low cost.

Flaws:

There is no notification LED.
No fast or wireless charging.

ZTE Blade V2020

Display: 6.53 inches, 2340×1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 89,5%
Processor: MediaTek Helio P70
Cameras (rear / front): 48+8+2+2 MP / 16 MP
Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

Price: from 15,102 rubles.

The ZTE Blade V2020 smartphone belongs to the middle class. It comes in two colors – classic black and white, which shimmers in different shades of purple and blue. At first glance, it may seem that the body is made of glass, but it is just plastic.

The smartphone display is large and bright, so using it is a pleasure. There are very thin frames that do not distract from watching movies, TV series, reading books and playing games.

The cameras in this model, as in most mid-budget devices, perform their functions well, but not perfectly. It all depends on how the frame is framed and in what conditions the shooting takes place.

ZTE Blade V2020 is powered by an eight-core MediaTek Helio P70 processor. It performs well in everyday work, handling all tasks smoothly and quickly. It uses 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal memory - not bad, but I would like a little more RAM.

The battery capacity is 4000 mAh. If you use the phone for calls, social networks and watching videos, then the battery charge will last for a whole day, but if, for example, you play continuously for five hours, the device will quickly run out.

Advantages:

Beautiful, bright and large screen.
Good cameras.
There is NFC.
Supports fast charging.
User-friendly interface.

Flaws:

No wireless charging.
Small amount of RAM.

BlackBerry DTEK60

The new phone model with a thin body runs on the Android 6.0.1 operating system. The technical characteristics of the BlackBerry DTEK60 hardly distinguish it from standard smartphones.

The phone's special feature is automatic brightness adjustment, talk time of up to 28 hours, and the ability to listen to music as a wireless speaker.

Characteristics

The quad-core smartphone has a 5.5-inch screen, 4 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory. The color of the mobile device is represented by standard colors. The front and back panels are made of glass.

The front and back panels of the BlackBerry DTEK60 are glass

Advantages and disadvantages

The smartphone has the following advantages:

The main camera is 21 MP, the front camera is 8 MP.
Powerful stereo speakers (3.6 W) with bass – 2 pcs.
Fingerprint sensor.
Compact dimensions 153.6 x 75.4 x 7.0 mm.
Light weight – 165 g.
All necessary equipment, wired stereo headset and cables are included.
There is a clip for removing the SIM card.
Enhanced Android protection.
Powerful processor.
Good loud sound.
2 SIM cards.
The display is ideal for watching movies.
The quality of the photos is good.

Disadvantages of the device:

Overpriced.
Blackberry DTEK60 is not officially available in the Russian Federation.
The fingerprint sensor often gets dirty.
There is not enough brightness outside.
Overpriced.

The BlackBerry DTEK60 has fewer disadvantages than advantages. In addition, it is worth noting that the device can work in normal mode for 2 full days.

IMPORTANT! Additionally, you can install a memory card with a capacity of up to 2 TB in the gadget.

XIAOMI MI 9T

Display: 6.39 inches, 2340×1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 91,5%
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 730
Cameras (rear / front): 48+8 + 13 megapixels / 20 megapixels
Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

Price: from 23,600 rubles.

The Xiaomi Mi 9T smartphone is a fairly large gadget: the body thickness is almost 9 mm and the weight is 191 grams. However, this does not affect the design and feel of using the device: it fits securely in the hand and does not slip out.

Xiaomi Mi 9T is equipped with a large, bright and rich 6.39-inch Super Amoled display. The screen does not have cutouts for the front camera, since a separate mechanized retractable unit is provided for it; Moreover, sliding the camera is accompanied by a pleasant melody, which can be changed or turned off in the settings.

The gadget's cameras do an excellent job of their functions: in good lighting, pictures are obtained with remarkable detail and color rendition. Night time isn't as great as we'd like it to be, but with a little effort you can get some good shots.

The performance of the Xiaomi Mi 9T is ensured by a fairly powerful eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 processor. It copes with any task without exception, and the Mi 9T will run even “heavy” games without problems at maximum settings.

Well, thanks to the 4000 mAh battery, the smartphone lasts for about one and a half to two days without recharging.

Advantages:

Huge Super Amoled screen.
Availability of NFC module.
Stylish design.
Cameras.
Good autonomy.
There is fast charging.

Flaws:

There is no microSD slot.
There are advertisements in the built-in software.
The in-display fingerprint scanner does not always work instantly.
No wireless charging.
A little heavy.

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6th place.

ZTE Nubia Red Magic 5S 256/12GB

The average price in Russia is 42,000 rubles.

The gaming smartphone from the subsidiary brand ZTE went on sale in Russia in October 2022.

Technical characteristics: 6.65-inch AMOLED screen with an image refresh rate of 144 Hz, resolution 2340x1080. Android 10 OS, two SIM cards, Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor with 5G support. The result of the AnTuTu Benchmark performance test is 659.6 thousand points. 256 GB of storage and 12 GB of RAM. The result of the 3DMark Sling Shot Extreme test (OpenGL ES 3.1 / METAL) is 7347 points.

The battery capacity is 4500 mAh. The result of the UL Benchmarks autonomy test is 10 hours 55 minutes.

Fingerprint scanner under the screen. NFC.

Camera with three sensors. The main Sony IMX686 sensor has a resolution of 64 megapixels. The second sensor is an 8 MP wide-angle camera. There is also a 2 MP macro sensor. Front camera 8 MP.

see Best ZTE Smartphones

5th place.

Sony Xperia 5 II 256GB

The average price in Russia is 54,000 rubles.

The Sony model, which went on sale in October 2022, received 75% of five reviews in Yandex Market and 87% of recommendations for purchase.

Specifications: 6.1-inch OLED screen with a resolution of 2520×1080. CinemaWide screen has an aspect ratio of 21:9, which is ideal for viewing video content. Android 10.0 operating system, 256 GB of storage and 8 GB of RAM, support for an external memory card up to 1 TB. Two SIM cards. Battery capacity - 4000 mAh. The result of the GSMArena autonomy test is 102 hours. 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor. AnTuTu performance test result: 565 thousand points. Fingerprint scanner on the side. NFC. 5G support. The screen occupies 81% of the body area.

Dolby Atmos audio, tuned in collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment for multi-dimensional surround sound.

The cameras in this model are the same as the more expensive Xperia 1 II model: three 12 megapixel sensors, but with different apertures (F/1.70, F/2.40, F/2.20). Quality ZEISS lenses calibrated specifically for the Xperia 5 II, up to 20 fps shooting with AF and AE, continuous AF and AE calculations up to 60 times per second, real-time Eye AF for people and animals , optical image stabilization for photography, photo flash, photo light, 3x optical zoom, HDR (high dynamic range) photography. Front camera 8 MP (F/2).

The Sony Xperia 5 II camera received a Dxomark score of 114 for photography, 60 for zoom and 99 for video. Overall score: 111.

see Best Sony Smartphones

4th place.

Asus ROG Phone 5 128/12GB

The average price in Russia is 50,000 rubles.

The gaming smartphone went on sale on June 3, 2022.

Technical characteristics: AMOLED screen manufactured by Samsung with a diagonal of 6.78 inches with a resolution of 2340x1080 pixels, Android 11 OS, support for two SIM cards, 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor. The result of the AnTuTu performance test is 823.2 thousand points. 128 GB of storage and 12 GB of RAM. Without memory card slot. There is NFC. 5G support.

The battery capacity is 6000 mAh. The result of the GSMArena autonomy test is 110 hours.

The main camera is triple: the first sensor is the same as in ZenFone 8, namely Sony IMX686 64 MP (f/1.8), the second sensor is an ultra-wide-angle lens 13 MP (f/2.4), the third sensor is for macro photography 5 MP. Front camera 24 MP.

The manufacturer's website says about this model:

“The Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G mobile platform easily enables even the most demanding 3D games to run smoothly at maximum image quality settings. The X-mode already known to users is now implemented in the Armory Crate application: many preset profiles and changeable parameters allow you to instantly adapt the ROG Phone 5 smartphone to the current task.

ROG Phone 5 features a new GameFX audio system, created in collaboration with advanced audio solutions firm Dirac. A pair of symmetrically placed 7-magnetic stereo speakers deliver rich, crystal-clear sound for an immersive gaming experience.

The updated AirTrigger 5 system offers three different ways to interact with ROG Phone 5: such control flexibility is not often found even on full-fledged gaming consoles!

Control the game by simply moving your smartphone? Yes, this is an incredibly convenient and intuitive way to control! ROG Phone 5 supports ten different gestures at once, among which it is easy to choose those that are suitable for a particular game. For example, in racing, you can turn your smartphone to steer the car and tilt it forward to accelerate.”

3rd place.

Poco F2 Pro 256GB - a smartphone with a retractable camera

The average price in Russia is 48,000 rubles.

The flagship Poco (a sub-brand of Xiaomi) went on sale in Russia on July 13, 2022 and today has received 68% of five reviews in Yandex Market and 92% of recommendations for purchase. In China, the smartphone is positioned as the flagship of another Xiaomi sub-brand - Redmi and is called Redmi K30 Pro.

The design follows the path set by the 2022 Mi 9T and Mi 9T Pro - there is no cutout on the screen for the front camera, since it is retractable.

Technical characteristics: large AMOLED screen 6.67 inches with a resolution of 2400x1080 pixels, Android 10.0 operating system. In-screen fingerprint scanner. Support for two SIM cards. There is no memory card slot. Battery capacity - 4700 mAh. The result of the GSMArena autonomy test is 120 hours.

There is NFC. 5G support.

256 GB of storage and 8 GB of RAM. 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor. AnTuTu performance test result: 573 thousand points.

Four cameras: Sony IMX 686 module with 64 megapixel sensor (f/1.89); a unit with a 13-megapixel sensor and wide-angle optics (123 degrees); module with a 5-megapixel sensor for macro photography; 2 megapixel sensor for obtaining information about the depth of the scene. Front camera 20 MP.

Photo resource Dxomark made a strange decision to test only the version of Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro Zoom intended for the Chinese market. As we remember, Poco F2 Pro is called Redmi K30 Pro in China, and the Zoom version has the same set of cameras (64+13+2 megapixels), except that instead of a macro module there is a telephoto lens for 3x zoom. Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro Zoom scored 129 points in Dxomark tests for photos and 101 for video according to the 3rd Dxomark testing protocol. If we compare this result with models that were also tested using the 3rd protocol, the result for photography is better than that of the iPhone 11 Pro (124 points), Huawei P30 Pro (125 points), Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ (126 points), OnePlus 8 Pro (126 points).

see Best Poco Smartphones

2nd place.

Asus ROG Phone 5s 256/12GB

The average price in Russia is 60,000 rubles.

The gaming smartphone, which is a new version of ROG Phone 5 with a more powerful processor, went on sale in Russia in September 2021.

Technical characteristics: AMOLED screen made by Samsung with a diagonal of 6.78 inches, refresh rate 144 Hz, resolution 2448x1080, Android 11 OS, support for two SIM cards, 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus processor. 256 GB of storage and 16 GB of RAM. The result of the AnTuTu performance test is 838.9 thousand points. Without memory card slot. There is NFC. 5G support.

The battery capacity is 6000 mAh.

1 place.

Asus Zenfone 8 Flip 256GB - the best smartphone with a pop-up camera

The average price in Russia is 60,000 rubles.

The new Asus flagship went on sale in Russia on June 9, 2021.

Technical characteristics: 6.67-inch AMOLED display (made by Samsung) with a resolution of 2400x1080 pixels on almost the entire surface of the front panel without any cutouts on the screen, since the camera is hidden inside the retractable mechanism.

Android 11 OS, support for two SIM cards, a separate slot for a memory card up to 2 TB. Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor. 256 GB of permanent memory and 8 GB of RAM. The result of the AnTuTu performance test is 745.8 thousand points. NFC. 5G support.

The battery capacity is 5000 mAh. Fast charging support. The manufacturer indicated the following battery life: up to 19 hours in video viewing mode, up to 10 hours in Internet browsing mode on 5G networks, up to 12 days in standby mode on 5G networks. The result of the GSMArena autonomy test is 98 hours.

In-screen fingerprint scanner.

Two front stereo speakers with Dirac HD Sound technology.

Zenfone 8 Flip repeats the technical solution of last year's flagship Zenfone 7 Pro. The three cameras are housed in a unique rotating module driven by a high-precision stepper motor. This solution allows you to use one set of high-quality cameras for both regular photo and video shooting and selfies. Asus is the only manufacturer to release a flagship with a pop-up camera in 2022,

Main camera with Sony IMX686 64 megapixel matrix with f/1.8 aperture. The second camera is an ultra-wide-angle Sony IMX363 12 MP (f/2.2) sensor, with this camera you can take macro photos from a distance of only 4 cm to the subject to capture it in the smallest detail. The third camera is an 8 MP telephoto lens with 12x total and 3x optical zoom. 3-axis electronic image stabilization. The Zenfone 8 Flip camera scores 125 for photography, 50 for zoom, and 108 for video on Dxomark. Overall score - 118 (for comparison: the new flagship Samsung Galaxy S21 has 116 points, Apple iPhone 11 - 119 points)

Zenfone 8 Flip takes first place in the ranking of the best smartphones under 60,000 rubles.

see Best Asus smartphones

OPPO RENO 2Z

Display: 6.5 inches, 2340×1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 91,5%
Processor: MediaTek Helio P90
Cameras (rear / front): 48 + 8 + 2 + 2 megapixels / 16 megapixels
Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

Price: from 22,990 rubles.

OPPO Reno 2Z is a mid-budget mobile device with a large and beautiful display. The model is presented in two colors – “lunar white” and “shining night”. Both options will delight you with a beautiful change of colors depending on the viewing angle. The back and front sides of the model are covered with durable glass: if it falls from a small height, the gadget will not be damaged, but it is better not to experiment with it.

There are no “droplets” or “bangs” on the smartphone display; The front 16 megapixel camera is located in a retractable module, which is located in the center of the upper end of the body. The main camera consists of four modules that perform their functions remarkably well: even in low light conditions, good shots are obtained thanks to the Ultra Dark mode.

OPPO Reno 2Z runs on an eight-core MediaTek Helio P90 processor coupled with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. The gadget quickly performs the most difficult tasks without lags or delays.

Finally, the 4000 mAh battery provides a full day of use without recharging, even with active use of the device.

Advantages:

High-quality frameless display.
Capacious battery.
Fast charging support.
Modern design.
Large amount of RAM and internal memory.
Good cameras.
There is NFC.

Flaws:

No wireless charging.
Stainless and slippery body
The fingerprint scanner does not always work quickly.

The history of frameless smartphones

In 2014, Sharp first presented a range of frameless mobile devices, which was called Aquos Crystal. However, the market at that time was not decisively committed to such innovations, and therefore this smartphone did not become a top one.

In 2016, the Chinese corporation Xiaomi released its first frameless phone – Mi Mix. The device has become very worthy and has been subject to controversial discussions more than once. At the same time, other manufacturers began to understand where the trends were moving and began to prepare their own masterpieces of mobile electronics.

A year after this, in September 2022, Apple released its own frameless phone, which it called iPhone X. By the way, it was this model that gave users another subtype of devices “with bangs.”

HUAWEI P30 PRO

Display: 6.47 inches, 2340×1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 94%
Processor: HiSilicon Kirin 980
Cameras (rear / front): 40+20+8 megapixels / 32 megapixels
Battery capacity: 4200 mAh

Price: from 43,800 rubles.

The Huawei P30 Pro smartphone will delight its owner with a stylish and eye-catching appearance. Its back and front panels are covered with glass, and the side frames are made of metal. The 6.47-inch screen occupies almost the entire front part of the body, with the exception of a drop-shaped cutout for the front camera at the top of the screen, as well as a larger lower frame.

The flagship's cameras correspond to its price. Thanks to high-quality sensors, photos will turn out clear and rich - both day and night.

The Huawei P30 Pro's performance doesn't disappoint either. The gadget uses an advanced eight-core HiSilicon Kirin 980 processor, as well as 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal memory. Based on these characteristics, the smartphone handles any task with incredible speed, including the most demanding games.

The built-in 4200 mAh battery shows excellent results: with active load, the device lasts up to 11 hours without recharging, and with moderate load – more than a day.

Advantages:

Supports fast and wireless charging.
Nice design.
Has protection from dust and water.
High performance.
High quality, large display.
Excellent camera capabilities.
Good autonomy.
There is NFC.

Flaws:

High price.
One external speaker.

Motorola Moto Z is the thinnest in Russia

Motorola Moto Z

The presented device with a thickness of 5.2 mm and a powerful camera has an unusual design. What's unusual is the number of sensors and microphones at the front, as well as the protruding camera in the form of a clock display at the back.

Characteristics

The thinnest smartphone is made of metal and comes in three popular colors: gold, silver and black. The main screen has glass with a protective film. The sensor works with navigation and a blocking function, which each user can customize for themselves. The screen uses energy sparingly.

The gadget does not have a headphone jack due to its thin body, but it does have an adapter (3.5 mm). The headphones connect using Bluetooth or USB Type-C.

The device has 1 external loud speaker with clear sound, which does not overlap when watching videos and movies.

The quality of video shot during the day is high, with the smallest details rendered. The amount of RAM of the device is 4 GB.

Motorola Moto Z headphone adapter

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of a mobile device include the following:

High-quality manufacturing of the smartphone itself (assembly, parts).
Optimized Android 6.0.
Very thin and light body.
High power and speed.
Excellent photo quality.
2 SIM cards.
Factory-made (fabric) panels with magnets that can be attached to the case so that the device does not slip.
The socket magnets can be used to attach Moto Mods (sold separately).
Excellent sound quality (4 microphones).
5.5-inch screen.
Bright backlight.
Camera: front 5 MP.
Optical stabilizer and laser autofocus.

Cons of Moto Z:

Slippery surface. Need a case.
Not protected from dust and water.
Sharp edges.
Large dimensions.
Battery charge – 1 day.
Discharges in the cold even when the battery is fully charged.
A memory flash drive is installed instead of one of the SIM cards.

Motorola Moto Z smoothly launches games, loads videos and applications. The gadget has many more advantages than disadvantages.

IMPORTANT! On the black version of the Motorola Moto Z, protruding sensors and microphones are not noticeable.

ONEPLUS 7T Pro

Display: 6.67 inches, 3120×1440 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 91,7%
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus
Cameras (rear / front): 48+8+16 megapixels / 16 megapixels
Battery capacity: 4085 mAh

Price: from 44,310 rubles.

The stylish OnePlus 7T Pro smartphone boasts a large, bright 6.67-inch display, which has absolutely no cutouts, since the front camera is located in a retractable module at the top end of the case. This is not a new thing among mobile devices, but it still remains an interesting feature that distinguishes the gadget from others.

The phone is covered with glass on the front and back, and the frames between them are metal. The model has quite large dimensions and heavy weight – 206 grams, which is why not everyone will be comfortable using the device with one hand. In turn, the frosted glass on the back is a little easily soiled and slippery: you won’t be able to do without a case.

It has an eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus processor, and it copes with all tasks without crashes or lags. The battery capacity is 4085 mAh, which is enough for a day and a half if the smartphone is not used too actively.

Advantages:

Stylish design.
Quality materials.
Good performance.
Great cameras.
There is NFC.

Flaws:

There is no support for wireless charging.
Large weight and dimensions.

What criteria are used to determine whether a smartphone is frameless?

There is no consensus on which phone can be called frameless and which cannot.

However, there are a number of gradations, among which the following is the most popular (the useful screen area is estimated):

<80% – regular smartphone;
<92% – phone with narrow frames;
>92% – frameless device.

Indicators for determining framelessness change from year to year due to technological developments. In particular, models appear without cutouts and bangs, which can fully be called frameless. But there are a minority of them, and therefore even a device with just narrow frames, where 8% of the area is “eaten off” by indents along the edges, as well as cutouts for the camera, is considered a good option for purchase.

TCL PLEX

Display : 6.53 inches, 2340×1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 87%
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 675
Cameras (rear / front): 48+16+2 megapixels / 24 megapixels
Battery capacity: 3820 mAh

Price: from 15,900 rubles.

TCL owns well-known brands including Palm, Alcatel and BlackBerry. However, it develops not only them, but also its own smartphones: for example, TCL Plex.

The gadget will delight you with a cute and pleasant design in its simplicity. The fairly wide body fits comfortably in the hand due to the small thickness of the gadget. The back panel is made of glass and comes in two colors – black and white with a holographic gradient.

The 3820 mAh battery is not the most durable, but during normal work with standard applications the device will easily last the whole day.

TCL Plex is powered by an eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 processor coupled with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal memory. In general, this is enough for the smartphone to instantly launch applications, quickly perform various tasks, and also cope with most games.

The front 24 megapixel camera can also be called average, which produces not very detailed pictures. As for the main camera with three modules of 48, 16 and 2 megapixels, here things are a little better.

Advantages:

Nice design.
Not bad cameras.
High-quality IPS screen with NXT Vision technology.
Large amount of RAM and internal memory.
There is NFC.
Decent performance.
Supports fast charging.

Flaws:

Modest autonomy.
No wireless charging.

Sharp AQUOS Crystal

The company's most popular device, a video review of which we did twice. He gained fame precisely due to the visual absence of frames. The side edges of the display are made in such a way as to refract light and create the illusion of a complete absence of frames. It looks really impressive. We also note that the device is budget-friendly, but is this really important if each of the Sharp devices is sold either in the USA or in Japan. The characteristics will not surprise you, it is already quite old and weak Snapdragon 400, 1.5 GB of RAM, but given the design, everything is forgivable for it.

Samsung M20

Display : 6.3 inches, 2340x1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 83.89%
Processor : Exynos 7904
Cameras (rear / front) : 13+2 megapixels / 8 megapixels
Battery capacity : 5000 mAh

Price: from 13,450 rubles.

The Korean brand Samsung introduced a new line of smartphones – Galaxy M. These are devices for young people, that is, with many features and at an adequate price. The device received a PLS display with a drop-shaped cutout, which made it possible to fit a large diagonal into a fairly small body. The latter is made of plastic, shimmering in the sun. The device is available in blue and dark gray.

Among the nice features are two memory modifications, NFC, face scanning and a fingerprint scanner, a capacious battery with fast charging, its own processor with good performance, separate slots for two SIM cards and memory cards. The company has worked on the sound - there is one speaker with medium volume and clear sound, but when listening to music in headphones, Dolby Atmos and UHQ UPSCALER work, which can improve the sound quality. The camera is average, the auxiliary module of the main camera is wide-angle, there is a blur function, but only in portrait mode.

Advantages:

Capacious battery and fast charging.
Compact body.
NFC.
Good memory reserve.
Great display.
Decent performance.
Adequate price tag.

Flaws:

No 5 GHz Wi-Fi support.
There is no event indicator.
An inconvenient finger scanner with a strange trigger mechanism - you need to knock on it, and not just put your finger on it.

Oppo A5s

Display : 6.2 inches, 1520x720 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 89.35%
Processor : MediaTek Helio P35
Cameras (rear / front) : 13+3 megapixels / 8 megapixels
Battery capacity : 4230 mAh

Price: from 7,489 rubles.

A good representative of the budget segment was released by Oppo. First of all, the smartphone pleases with its display – there are really minimal frames, as evidenced by the almost flagship-level coverage area. With a low resolution for a rather large diagonal, the picture looks comfortable, and the positive thing is that autonomy increases. A 4,230 mAh battery is enough for active work with the screen on for 7-8 hours. This is a great option. It is worth noting that the model has Gorilla Glass 3 protective glass.

Regarding performance, things are not the best - the processor is not enough for powerful games, only weak settings are available. There are also slowdowns when flipping through long pages and lists. The memory comes in a set of 3/32 GB, with a separate slot for microSD. The device has good cameras, in general the level is decent, but naturally problems arise with a lack of light. Cunning users note that in this case, the situation can be improved by focusing on the brightest object.

Advantages:

High-quality screen with a large usable area.
Protective glass Gorilla Glass 3.
Nice equipment - high-quality protective film and case.
Dedicated slot for memory expansion.
Excellent autonomy.
Improved interface – all the company’s fans are talking about this.
The finger scanner works instantly.

Flaws:

Weak processor.
There is no fast charging - it will take 3 hours to fill the battery.
No NFC.
Old microUSB connector.
Mediocre sound through speaker.

Motorola Moto Z2 Play

The famous brand has released an ultra-thin smartphone with a candy bar body. Motorola Moto Z2 Play is a classic-shaped mobile device with advanced mode functionality. The gadget has a fingerprint scanner.

Characteristics

The back of the phone is made of metal, and there is a plastic insert around the perimeter of the device.

The glass has a good oleophobic coating. Wireless modules operate freely. Screen – 5.5 inches with Super AMOLED brightness changes dynamically. Resolution 1920x1080. The housing is protected from dust and moisture.

Motorola Moto Z2 Play screen matrix supports contrast in sunny weather

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of the device include:

Matrix with a good screen: readability in the sun, contrast.
2 SIM.
Space for Micro SD memory card.
8-core power and speed.
Instant charging.
Supports Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, FM radio bands.
Ability to enable do not disturb mode.
One speaker with high sound quality.
Interface and audio connector.
Updated main camera module – 12 MP.
High performance.
RAM – 4 GB.
Front camera 5MP.

Minuses:

Low display brightness.
Discharges quickly.
Night photography leaves much to be desired.

The gadget operates in Android 7.1.1 mode. The functional extension is that the owner can disable the on-screen control keys in order to use the scanner with gesture support.

Vivo V11

Display : 6.41 inches, 2340x1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 91,27%
Processor : Qualcomm Snapdragon 660
Cameras (rear / front) : 12+5 megapixels / 25 megapixels
Battery capacity : 3400 mAh

Price: from 11,200 rubles.

A very beautiful representative of frameless smartphones from Vivo. The device has a glass body with a beautiful shimmer, a laconic brand name in the center and without a fingerprint scanner. There’s no need to be alarmed – it’s built into the display. The latter occupies just over 91%, the frames are very thin and the device looks great. At the same time, the screen is not only huge and has a high resolution, but is also created using AMOLED technology. The model has an excellent Snapdragon 660 processor and cool memory parameters – 6/128 GB. The V11 boasts a high-quality camera, support for fast charging and a dedicated slot for MicroSD. The battery is average, but thanks to the energy-intensive display and chipset, it is enough for active use from morning to late evening.

Advantages:

Great design.
AMOLED display.
The finger scanner is located in the screen.
High performance.
Huge memory reserve.
There is a dedicated slot for microSD.
High-quality photo and video shooting.

Flaws:

No NFC.
Old microUSB connector.

Motorola Razr i

As a former owner of this device, I can say with confidence that the main reason for purchasing it was the AMOLED display and thin side frames. Even the body made of aircraft-grade aluminum coupled with Kevlar on the back, which, we note, is 10 times stronger than steel, has faded into the background. The frames of the device are really very thin, considering the relatively low price of the device. However, its launch quite a long time ago still makes it irrelevant. I will also note the rather low resolution - 960 x 540 pixels. This is very small for PenTile technology, the pixels are striking. This device is not suitable for those who like smooth fonts and clear images.

ZTE Blade V10

Display : 6.26 inches, 2280x1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 90.3%
Processor : MediaTek Helio P70
Cameras (rear / front) : 16+5 megapixels / 32 megapixels
Battery capacity : 3200 mAh

Price: from 12,900 rubles.

ZTE Blade V10 is an excellent device for its price. Of course, there are some shortcomings, but they are not the most critical to write off the device. The device is made in a plastic case with the now familiar iridescent surface, has an excellent usable area, and in general the matrix turned out to be decent, the only unpleasant fact is that it looks faded in the sun.

The device has good performance. The processor and memory 4/64 GB are enough for any task. The camera is pleasantly pleasing, and in this case even night shooting does not cause any complaints. The front-facing camera will please the owners even more. She copes with her task perfectly. The model has NFC support, a modern Type-C connector, and Wi-Fi ac support. Of course, for the money, the V10 is not the most interesting smartphone; more precisely, it has few unique features, but it is far from the last on the list.

Advantages:

Large high resolution display.
Good performance.
Excellent memory reserve.
High-quality cameras for photography.
There is NFC.
Fast and accurate fingerprint scanner.

Flaws:

Average video quality.
The display lacks brightness in the sun.
No fast charging.
The slot is combined - however, there is no particular point in installing a memory card here.

How do manufacturers manage to make devices without frames?

It’s worth starting with the fact that manufacturers of TV devices, screens and laptops have been trying for a long time to reduce bezels on their devices to a minimum. There are a number of reasons for this:

firstly, on a display with small frames the image looks much better;
secondly, the size of devices is shrinking.

A similar situation happened in the mobile electronics segment. The renunciation of overall frames makes it possible for manufacturers to fit a large display diagonal into the same dimensions of a smartphone.

In the race to reduce bezels, manufacturers are going for:

abandonment of traditionally located logos on the front panel of devices;
moving or completely renouncing the fingerprint sensor;
rejection of touch-type keys under the display.

Moto G7

Display : 6.2 inches, 2270x1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 81,65%
Processor : Qualcomm Snapdragon 632
Cameras (rear / front) : 12+5 megapixels / 8 megapixels
Battery capacity : 3000 mAh

Price: from 15,040 rubles.

Motorola has a long and difficult history. At the moment, the brand is again presenting its new models in Russia and is quite capable of attracting the interest of buyers. G7 is proof of this. In terms of characteristics, the device looks unprepossessing, but you shouldn’t judge it too harshly. Despite the fact that the screen does not have the largest usable area, this does not cause any particular inconvenience. The device remains frameless and, compared to most of the competitors listed above, it is the only device that is comfortable to operate with one hand. The matrix is IPS, but the manufacturer has equipped it with AlwaysOn mode - when the user picks up the gadget, it automatically turns on the display, displaying the time and notifications. The front part is protected by Gorilla Glass 3.

The second nice thing is the design. Yes, the same glass is used here as in many manufacturers, but the corporate logo looks interesting, neatly inscribed in the finger scanner, as well as the large camera module. The phone is not slippery at all, but it does get easily soiled. Therefore, it is better to carry it in the case that is included in the kit. The device runs on the Snapdragon 632, which may cause disappointment for many, but it is hardly inferior to the 660 model, the difference is noticeable in benchmarks and very productive games. The device has a good amount of memory – 4/64 GB and a dedicated slot for microSD. The modest battery provides daily autonomy, which is quite good and has support for fast charging. All this is complemented by a full set of wireless interfaces, including NFC.

Separately, it should be noted that the camera has a large number of modes, and it can shoot in 4K. The gadget has a good speaker and decent sound in headphones. Another feature is splash protection, not to be confused with moisture protection! Overall, the result is a quite comfortable smartphone for everyday use and photo enthusiasts at an affordable price.

Advantages:

High ergonomics.
Not the most typical design.
Splash protection.
Availability of NFC.
Own memory card slot.
Fast charging.
High performance for any task.
The camera can shoot in 4K and has many interesting modes.

Flaws:

Stained body.

Sony Xperia Z3+ Dual

The thinnest smartphone of the year from the famous brand Sony Xperia Z3+ Dual is made in an attractive design with protection from dust and moisture.

A special feature of the model is that talking on the phone or taking pictures, thanks to reliable protection, is now easy in any weather.

The model belongs to Android 5.0 and is available in only one color – black.

Characteristics

The smartphone has a 4-core platform, a 5.2-inch IPS screen and a FullHD resolution of 1920 x 1080. The body material is made of aluminum and plastic.

Super sensitive camera Sony Xperia Z3+ Dual

Advantages

The device is characterized by the following advantages:

2 SIM.
RAM 3 GB + built-in 32 GB.
8-core processor.
Super sensitive camera – 20.7 MP + front 5 MP.
High speed.
Crisp photos in any lighting.
Compact dimensions: 146.3×71.9×6.9
Light weight: 144 g.
Connects a MicroSD memory card up to 128 GB.
If recharging is impossible, you can turn on the Ultra STAMINA mode function, which will save energy.
Easy to manage modes and applications.

The technical performance of the Sony Xperia Z3+ Dual is high. In addition, the phone can go without charging for two days.

We hope that the review was useful to you. We wish you great shopping!

Huawei Nova 4

Display : 6.4 inches, 2310x1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 91,8%
Processor : Kirin 970
Cameras (rear / front) : 20+16+2 megapixels / 25 megapixels
Battery capacity : 3750 mAh

Price: from 19,890 rubles.

The Nova line from Huawei is the flagship for young people, that is, it has maximum capabilities at the best price. The device is based on a powerful chipset of its own production, has a huge memory set - 8/128 GB, AI support and GPU Turbo technology to improve graphics in games.

The device was released in two variations of the main camera - in both cases they are triple, but the more expensive version has a 48 MP sensor from Sony, and the more affordable device has a 20 MP module. We shoot the device great. An interesting decision was the placement of the front camera - it is embedded in the upper left corner of the display and, according to the creators, is the smallest in the world. This is done in order not to distract users and save useful space.

Advantages:

Beautiful appearance.
Interesting placement of the front camera.
Excellent photo opportunities.
Shooting video in 4K.
Fast charging support.
Powerful processor.
Large supply of RAM and ROM.

Flaws:

No NFC.

ASUS ZenFone 4 Selfie Pro

The presented model of mobile device was developed for those people who like to take a lot of photographs and shoot videos. ASUS ZenFone 4 Selfie Pro is a smartphone with 2 front cameras.

The Sony IMX362 photo matrix, built into the gadget, takes high-quality selfies under any conditions (building, in the sun, at night).

Characteristics

The photomatrix has a photosensitivity that is 2 times higher than in other phones. The gadget has a built-in SuperPixel processor with automatic functions.

The smartphone is available in the following colors: gold, red and black. The case has factory branded engraving and protective glass. The design is elegant. The fingerprint scanning function works.

ASUS ZenFone 4 Selfie Pro captures high quality photos in any conditions

Advantages

A special feature of the presented smartphone is ultra-fast autofocus, which takes pictures in motion without blurring the images.

Also, the advantages of a mobile device include:

8-core processor.
Memory – 4 GB.
High-quality shooting.
The rear camera is 16 MP in addition to the 2 front ones.
Wide-angle camera with increased viewing area.
LED flash.
Photofunction of scattered light.
4K Ultra HD (for video).
Fast charging.
Powerful speakers with amplifier.

The device uses Adreno 506 (graphics processor) and a selfie editor (ASUS SelfieMaster application).

IMPORTANT! ASUS ZenFone 4 Selfie Pro is the best selfie model in terms of quality and technical specifications, allowing you to get perfect images.

The camera frame contains 2 times more details than a regular phone. The portrait mode feature gives your photos a unique look.

Honor View 20

Display : 6.4 inches, 2340×1080 pixels
Screen area / front surface area: 91,8%
Processor : Kirin 980
Cameras (rear / front) : 48+3D TOF MP / 25 MP
Battery capacity : 4000 mAh

Price: from 22,500 rubles.

View 20 is a true flagship. The model received a large AllView format display, that is, the front camera is embedded in the corner. There are no complaints about this solution, but there is one nuance - the cutout is located asymmetrically with respect to the top and side edges, which was immediately noticed by attentive users, however, these are minor things. In everyday life it is not noticeable at all. The smartphone boasts a top-end 2022 processor of its own production, a powerful camera with depth measurement and a new function - in real time, the chipset is able to correct a person’s figure before taking a photo.

The design turned out to be interesting - traditional glass with the letter V for the word View looks impressive. The device has good memory performance - 6/128 GB and a full set of wireless interfaces. All this is accompanied by decent battery life and fast charging.

Advantages:

Flagship processor.
Large amount of RAM and ROM.
Great camera with decent night shots.
Interesting design.
A full set of wireless interfaces, even the IR port was not forgotten.
Fast charging.

Flaws:

Strange operation of the proximity sensor.
Applications are unloaded from memory during prolonged inactivity - the smartphone does not display their notifications.