Rating of smartphone manufacturers: top 12 best companies in terms of phone quality for 2022

Over the past 10 years, the phone market has changed dramatically, which became especially noticeable with the advent of smartphones. Previously, when choosing a “pocket assistant,” we looked at its appearance and manufacturer.

Now the market has expanded to include “Asian” gadgets, and it is difficult for an inexperienced user to distinguish them from one another. Therefore, a rating of smartphone manufacturers has been compiled to help make the choice easier.

Each company offers several classes of devices: from budget to flagships (leading models). This means that there is a suitable solution for any request.

Apple

As soon as the company introduced the new iPhone 13, which is barely different from the previous model, Apple stores were filled with customers trying to be the first to buy the new product. This popularity is justified by two factors:

Technical features. The American brand Apple produces only one line of flagship smartphones, and therefore equips each model with the most powerful components. Just look at the value of the Apple A15 Bionic processor, which ranks first in the processor ratings. Apple devices also come with iOS installed, which is constantly being updated.
Marketing policy. Back in 2007, buyers were convinced that the iPhone was a revolutionary smartphone that increased authority. It used to be like that. Each subsequent model was distinguished by an outlandish novelty that caused a stir. After the iPhone X, manufacturers began to copy past works and change them a little, but the habit of buying new models remained. This story is told in more detail in the film “Jobs. Empire of temptation."

About 14% of people in the world (1 billion) use iPhones. Unfortunately, the company takes advantage of this and raises prices “for trust in the brand.”

Samsung

The Korean company Samsung is remembered not only by the current generation, but also by the previous one. In the early 00s, this company became famous for its push-button flip phones. Today this corporation is considered the largest smartphone manufacturer.

Samsung managed to win the lion's share of the market thanks to its own features, which were then “borrowed” by other manufacturers. For example, the popular ideas of a folding smartphone, a waterproof case, and a smart algorithm for a camera, although not invented only by Samsung, were first used in phones from this company.

If you want to try out the power of Samsung gadgets, we recommend paying attention to the Galaxy S line. New flagships are coming out in this line. Fans of mid-range phones will be interested in the Galaxy A line, which has “popular” prices. According to 2022 indicators, Samsung products are used by 19% of phone owners.

Features of choosing a manufacturer

Many who bought a smartphone complain about the “crooked” Russification.
The following points will help you understand which company to buy a smartphone:

good, but inexpensive device (value for money). Gadgets produced by leading companies have a fairly high price. These are flagships - expensive smartphones, the presence of which emphasizes their status and makes it possible to evaluate advanced technologies in this area. If you need an inexpensive but practical gadget, you don’t have to look for it in the lineup of a leading manufacturer - the price for it will be higher than for a device from a less popular brand;
popularity and rating of smartphone companies. If you don’t have a lot of money and want to save money, you shouldn’t buy a phone made by a little-known company. It will work, but there is a high probability that it will not work as it should: with bugs in the software, poor optimization and a generally unimportant build. Companies that have been producing smartphones for a long time, being well known, monitor product quality more strictly;
a country. Today, many companies based in different countries are involved in this field. The list of manufacturers includes China, whose products were once treated with ambivalence. It was believed that Chinese gadgets were less reliable, assembled “on the knee”. Today this is more of a myth, since there are already at least 3 large companies that have proven the quality of their devices, and at a competitive price;
Is the gadget present on the Russian market? Many people who bought a smartphone complain about “crooked” Russification and problems with supporting 3G and 4G networks. Therefore, no matter which company makes the best smartphone, the manufacturing company must officially supply its products to Russia;
reviews from those who bought. It’s easy to find reviews on the Internet about a specific phone model, where so-called “pitfalls” pop up.

The ranking of the best smartphone manufacturers was based on products released between 2010 and 2022. The following were taken into account: technical characteristics of the device, assembly, quality of parts, price and user reviews.

BBK Electronics

The first large corporation from China. Initially, it focused on consumer electronics, but at one point it also focused on smartphones. All of the company's mobile products are manufactured under the brands Oppo, OnePlus and Realme. Sometimes outwardly it seems that these models are even somewhat similar to each other. Indeed, their design has common features, but the technical characteristics often differ.

As mentioned above, smartphones from the manufacturer have a pleasant design, and models range from affordable budget phones to universal flagships. BBK Electronics users are especially pleased with the low prices for high-quality smartphones. In 2017, the company was one of the top three smartphone manufacturers. In 2022, the corporation dropped to fifth position.

The most reliable smartphones under 20,000

OPPO A74

The rating of smartphones in terms of reliability includes the OPPO A74 with support for fast 33 W charging for a 5000 mAh battery, which reaches 54% after 30 minutes. On the front side, the new product is covered by an AMOLED screen with a diagonal of 6.43 inches, in the upper left corner of which there is a 16 MP selfie camera eye. The standard kit includes a protective case and headphones.

The camera is built on three lenses with a resolution of 48, 2 and 2 megapixels. NFC chip

Yes, but it depends on the modification. Please consider this before purchasing. Memory - 4/128 GB, which is combined with the Snapdragon 662 mobile processor. The in-screen fingerprint scanner is inferior in accuracy to traditional solutions.

Pros:

Separate slot for memory card;
Bright and detailed AMOLED display;
Capacious battery with 33 W charging - 50% charged in half an hour;
Looks stylish;
Not conspicuous cutout for the front camera;
Good sound and cameras.

Minuses:

Video is recorded only in FHD 30 fps;
Always on Display cannot be configured.

Samsung Galaxy A32

The most reliable smartphone, according to customer reviews, is housed in a beautiful and practical case with bright color options. It features a rich Super AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 90 Hz, which makes the picture smoother. The difference is especially noticeable when playing dynamic scenes. With a 6.4-inch diagonal, it operates at FHD+ resolution. It has a built-in fingerprint scanner and a 20 MP selfie camera.

The technical specifications are based on the MediaTek Helio G80 processor, seasoned with 4/128 GB of expandable memory (a separate slot for MicroSD up to 1024 GB is allocated for these purposes). Smart offers great cameras

at 64, 8, 5 and 5 megapixels, although due to processor limitations, video is recorded only in FHD at 30 fps. The mechanisms are supplied with electricity by a 5000 mAh battery with support for 15 W charging. There is NFS and Wi-Fi 5.

Pros:

Top-end screen with a frequency of 90 Hz and minimal frames;
Pleasant vibration;
Original and recognizable design;
The body is pleasant to the touch and fits well in the hand;
4/128 GB memory;
NFS and headphone output at the bottom;
The charge lasts for a confident 1.5-2 days;
Photo quality;
Great sound.

Minuses:

Video shooting only FHD 30 fps;
Slow scanner on screen.

Redmi Note 10S

Redmi Note

The 10S stands out from its price competitors with a Super AMOLED screen, which makes the picture more rich and interesting. Tempered Gorilla Glass v5 is used to protect against scratches, and with a 6.43-inch diagonal, it operates at a resolution of 2400x1080 pixels. The result is a high pixel density per inch of 409 ppi.

High-quality and reliable phone from Xiaomi

supports contactless payment via NFC and lasts a long time on a single charge due to a powerful 5000 mAh battery. It lasts up to two days without recharging, and by installing a dark theme you will further reduce energy consumption. Unlike its cheaper counterparts, Redmi Note 10S will be charged via a modern USB Type-C port and at a speed of 33 W.

The improvements have not spared the camera. A leading 64 MP lens is used, complemented by an 8 MP ultra-wide-angle Sony IMX355 with a viewing angle of 119 degrees and a pair of 2 MP auxiliary sensors. The camera takes good photographs and shoots video in FHD 60 FPS or 4K, but only 30 FPS. 2x optical zoom is supported. You will take selfies using the 13 MP island selfie camera.

The thickness of the case does not exceed 8.3 mm, but this did not stop the manufacturer from stuffing powerful hardware into it. The Mediatek Helio G95 processor is combined with 6/64 GB of fast UFS 2.2 memory and scores over 300 thousand points in AnTuTu. There is an infrared port, dual-band Wi-Fi 5 and a headphone output at the bottom. The case corresponds to IP53 moisture protection class.

Pros:

Separate slot for memory card;
Rich Super AMOLED screen with thin frames;
Loud and surround sound;
Looks expensive and solid;
Protective film and case already out of the box;
High capacity battery;
Productive filling;
Reading and writing speed of internal memory;
Photographic capabilities;
NFC and IR port available;
Looks cool;
Thin and light waterproof body;
Supports fast 33W charging.

Minuses:

The video quality could have been better;
Built-in advertising, but it can be removed.

Realme 8

You can choose a reliable and high-quality smartphone from the Realme

. The G8 features a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2400x1080 pixels. But not everything is so smooth - in comparison with Realme 7, the refresh rate has worsened - standard 60 Hz instead of 90 Hz in its predecessor. The long-lasting smartphone has 6/128 GB of memory in combination with the MediaTek Helio G95 chipset. It includes 8 cores with a frequency of around 2.05 GHz, which gives good potential for games. When tested in AnTuTu, the hero of our review scores over 300,000 points.

You will take photographs with a quad camera consisting of 64, 8, 2 and 2 megapixel sensors or with a 16 megapixel front camera. Support for 2x optical zoom and video recording at UHD 30 fps and FHD 60 fps are announced. The fingerprint scanner is now on-screen, and good battery life is provided by a 5000 mAh battery with support for 30 W charging. It reaches 100% in 65 minutes.

Pros:

Value for money, quality and characteristics;
Dedicated slot for memory card;
The scanner, although on the screen, works perfectly;
Charging to 100% takes an hour;
Rich screen with eye protection function;
Appearance and build quality;
Operating time on one charge;
6/128 GB of memory;
Performance is sufficient in games;
Records video in 4K and takes good photographs;
Lightweight and with NFC on board.

Minuses:

Always on display is not configurable;
OTG must be enabled in the settings every time you connect.

Xiaomi Poco X3

The most reliable phones and smartphones are in the lineup of the Xiaomi subsidiary

, who managed to create a people's favorite. Out of the box, the device runs on Android 10 with the ability to upgrade to version 11, and the picture is displayed on a 6.67-inch IPS screen. Smart can be safely recommended for games thanks to the refresh rate of 120 Hz, high resolution of 2400x1080 pixels and support for HDR10 content. Vision protection technology minimizes blue light damage, eliminating eye fatigue and discomfort.

Poco X3 is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G chipset, which can easily handle complex graphics in games and is coupled with 6/128 GB of memory. Moreover, you can play for a long time without stopping thanks to a 5160 mAh battery that can withstand up to 17 hours of video playback. The included 33 W charge will replenish 62% of the charge in half an hour, and the phone will charge to 100% in just over an hour.

The immersive experience is enhanced by Hi-Res Audio certified stereo speakers. LiquidCool 1.0 Plus 3D cooling technology maintains performance under heavy CPU loads. Effective heat dissipation is facilitated by the use of multilayer graphite and a 70% increased cooling surface area.

The cameras are also impressive, represented by a 64 MP Sony IMX 682 lens. It is supported by 13, 2 and 2 MP sensors. The video is recorded in FHD 60 fps or 4K 30 fps. The case corresponds to IP53 moisture protection class, and plastic and metal are used for its manufacture. There are aptX HD, NFS and IR codecs.

Pros:

Beautiful and waterproof IP53 housing;
Excellent video stabilization - the result is impressive even when running;
A charged battery lasts for a couple of days;
Charging to 100% takes about an hour;
Scanner on the side, NFS and IR port for remote control of equipment;
Powerful hardware and large amounts of memory;
Stunning 120Hz display with HDR10 support;
Sound in stereo format;
Advanced selfie camera;
Liquid cooling.

Minuses:

Protruding camera module.

Xiaomi

If in the West Apple is considered the author of revolutionary technological ideas, then in China Xiaomi is doing this. The history of this company begins back in 2010, when entrepreneur Lei Jun decided to create a simplified interface for “pure” Android, supported by Google. The interface from Xiaomi is called MIUI.

Interesting fact: the history of Xiaomi is similar to MS Windows, which began its journey from a regular graphical shell, which later grew into a full-fledged OS.

Already in 2014, the new shell was installed on 200 models of smartphones from different manufacturers. Today, the MIUI 12.5 shell is used, which is considered an integral part of all Xiaomi smartphones. The company attracts buyers with cheap models with the makings of flagships. In terms of smartphone popularity in 2022, Xiaomi is firmly in second place, occupying 17% of the global market.

Xiaomi Redmi 8 – top-end “state smartphone”

A good new product from Xiaomi, running on the modern Android 9.0 OS. This device has a large 6.22-inch display with good resolution, protected by durable Gorilla Glass 5.

The Redmi 8 has a rather stylish design with a selfie camera in the middle of the screen, which is in line with current trends. On the back panel, under the 2 rear cameras, there is a convenient fingerprint scanner. The main lens itself creates cool pictures and shoots video in 2K resolution at 30 fps.

The device is equipped with a fast 8-core Snapdragon 439 processor and an Adreno 505 video processor, which will be relevant for games for another 2-3 years. 4 GB of RAM is also responsible for the speed of the smartphone, so the smartphone remains operational under high loads.

Judging by user reviews, the device on a full charge will last at least a day with active use.

Positive sides:

good processor;
bright display;
operating system version;
stylish design;
autonomy.

Negative sides:

not found.

Huawei

A couple of years ago this company was predicted to collapse completely. Google, which depended on the presence of Google services on the device, stopped cooperating with it. Indeed, when users learned that the same Play Market would disappear in the new models, they immediately turned away from the company.

However, today Huawei smartphones again occupy the top of the ratings, because the manufacturer equips them with the proprietary high-performance and economical HiSilicon Kirin processor. However, the company is not limited only to the processor and makes both gaming flagships and affordable budget phones, which are not inferior in quality to American brands. And as a replacement for Google Play, the Huawei AppGallery application store is used.

In 2022, 14.6% of people used Huawei phones. In 2022, this figure decreased slightly, but this was enough for the company to leave the top 5 best manufacturers.

The most reliable smartphones under 15000

Xiaomi Redmi 9C

Redmi,
popular in the budget segment, is included in the TOP 10 reliable phones

9C, which attracts with the best filling for its price. The smartphone lasts a long time on a single charge thanks to a capacious 5000 mAh battery that can withstand up to two days of active use. True, you will have to charge it through an outdated MicroUSB port. There is NFC on board for contactless payments and a dedicated slot for a memory card up to 256 GB.

The fingerprint scanner is traditionally located on the back next to the triple camera. It includes a main 13 MP lens, complemented by a pair of 2 MP sensors. The most popular modification received 3/64 GB of memory in combination with a MediaTek Helio G35 processor. The performance is enough for the interface to work quickly, but you can only play on low graphics. On the front side we are greeted by a 6.53-inch IPS screen with a resolution of 1600x720 pixels and a drop-shaped cutout for a 5 MP front camera.

Pros:

The battery charge lasts a long time;
Convenient sizes and ergonomics;
Optimal memory volumes;
System performance;
Triple tray and NFS;
Good screen;
Looks beautiful;
Fast fingerprint scanner;
Large selection of accessories on sale.

Minuses:

Outdated MicroUSB;
Lots of unnecessary pre-installed programs;
No film or case included.

Samsung Galaxy M12

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The M12 is better than many competitors and features a durable 5000 mAh battery. It supports 15W fast charging via Type-C port. Out of the box, the budget phone runs on Android 11, which will delight you with its performance thanks to the Exynos 850 processor with a frequency of up to 2 GHz and 4/64 GB of memory. The dedicated slot accommodates MicroSD up to 1014 GB.

The 6.5-inch diagonal screen has a drop-shaped cutout for an 8 MP front camera on top and operates at a resolution of 1600x720 pixels. There are 4 main cameras - 48, 5, 2 and 2 megapixels, and the fingerprint scanner is now on the side. The kit includes a case and headphones.

Pros:

Charging via Type-C port;
Unusual and recognizable design;
Long battery life;
Convenient One UI 3.0 shell with flexible settings of all parameters;
11 Android out of the box;
There is a lot of memory, and you can also add a flash drive up to 1 TB;
Fast side scanner;
Video is recorded in FHD 60 fps;
Case and headphones included.

Minuses:

Single-band Wi-Fi;
Modest screen resolution.

Samsung Galaxy A12

If you don’t know which smartphone is the best and most reliable to choose in a budget of up to 15 thousand rubles

, then pay attention to the Samsung Galaxy A12. For little money they offer us a 48, 5, 2 and 2 megapixel quad camera, which is combined with an 8 megapixel front camera. The latter is built into a drop-shaped cutout above the 6.5-inch HD+ screen made using IPS technology.

The fingerprint scanner is located on the side, and as an alternative, you can use face unlock. Under the hood of the mobile phone there is a MediaTek Helio P35 chipset, 4/64 GB of memory and a PowerVR GE8320 graphics accelerator. In addition, you can install MicroSD up to 1 TB. There is NFC and a powerful 5000 mAh battery, which is charged from a 15 W AC adapter via the USB C port.

Pros:

You can install 2 SIM cards and a 1 TB flash drive;
Photographic capabilities;
Good screen and fast response;
Holds a charge for a long time;
Great sound;
NFS and fast side scanner;
Lightweight and comfortable;
Looks beautiful.

Minuses:

Single-band Wi-Fi;
In sunny weather there is not enough brightness.

Xiaomi Redmi 9T

Inexpensive but good

and the reliable smartphone received high-quality stereo speakers, 4/64 GB of memory and a Snapdragon 662 processor with good performance. Together with the Adreno 610 graphics accelerator, it allows you to play modern games at medium graphics settings. The IPS display with a resolution of 2340x1080 pixels and a diagonal of 6.5 inches gives good emotions. An 8 MP front camera is integrated into the drop-shaped cutout in its upper part.

The back cover is grooved, making it non-slip and looking great. Underneath it lies one of the main advantages of the device - a 6000 mAh battery with support for 18 W charging. By the way, the kit includes a more powerful 22.5 W unit. There is Wi-Fi 5, NFS, an infrared port and a 3.5 mm headphone input at the bottom. There are 4 lenses on the back with a resolution of 48, 8, 2 and 2 megapixels. You can get decent photos with them, but the video is recorded only in FHD 30 fps.

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Pros:

MicroSD is installed in a separate slot;
Headphone input on top;
The 6000 mAh battery lasts up to three days;
Charging speed - up to 100% in approximately 1.5 hours;
Stereo sound;
Non-slip and beautiful back cover;
Cameras;
NFS, IR port and a fast scanner on the side;
Hard silicone case included.

Minuses:

Lots of unnecessary programs;
No event indicator;
On a sunny day, the screen brightness may not be enough.

Xiaomi Poco M3

The ideal smartphone in its budget attracts with its battery capacity

— 6000 mAh is enough for several days of active use, and it is recharged via USB C from an 18 W unit. Smart also stands out for its appearance - it turned out to be very bright and unusual, it will certainly attract glances from passers-by. The upper part of the back is allocated for a triple camera of 48, 2 and 2 megapixels, although it records video only in FHD 30 fps. The lid is plastic, but with imitation leather. Due to this, it does not slip and looks beautiful.

The technical characteristics are also impressive. Memory is 4/128 GB, and gaming ambitions are covered by the Snapdragon 662 processor. The overall picture is complemented by a large 6.53-inch IPS screen with FHD+ resolution. Under the 8 MP front camera there is a neat drop-shaped cutout on top. The fingerprint scanner is combined with the power key. There is an infrared port and dual-band Wi-Fi 5.

Pros:

Stylish lid with imitation leather;
Huge battery with fast charging;
Powerful hardware and memory capacity;
Screen image quality;
Games run smoothly;
Original case included;
Scanner in the power button;
Dual-band Wi-Fi and infrared.

Minuses:

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No NFC.

Lenovo and Motorola

If you thought that these were two different brands, then we have unexpected news for you. Since October 30, 2014, the American company Motorola has been owned by the Chinese corporation Lenovo. This is the case when the Chinese took away not only ideas from the Americans, but also an entire company.

In 2022, Lenovo announced the abolition of the Motorola brand, but later changed its decision. Today, both brands are famous for their budget and mid-range models. The key characteristics of the models are considered to be the best batteries with high autonomy. In 2016, the brand owned about 6.1% of the world's phones. Unfortunately, in subsequent years, Lenovo disappeared from analysts' radars.

Oppo

Oppo, although an independent company, is owned by the large corporation BBK Electronics.
Another Chinese brand that has overtaken LG in the ranking of the best smartphone manufacturers. He began active operations in 2016, and in 2022 received 4.49% of the market share.

According to Counterpoint, an analytics service, Oppo is the brand that confidently competes with Samsung and Apple in the field of premium devices (Oppo got 6%). The company is in no hurry to conquer the world yet, so it sticks to working in its native China.

Oppo, although an independent company, belongs to the large corporation BBK Electronics, being its main asset. In China, it competes with Xiaomi and Huawei. The fight is not easy, since Oppo also has something to offer the buyer.

For example, the 2022 RX17 Pro featured an in-display optical scanner that was faster and faster than its competitors in terms of accuracy and speed.

The same phone supported proprietary SuperVOOC Flash Charge with a power of 50 W. Oppo is the first company in 2022 to use a TOF 3D stereo camera.

Oppo Find X, which appeared in 2022, set the fashion for frameless sliders, which competitors liked (later Mi Mix 3 and Honor Magic 2 came out).

In 2022, the company also has something to present: the flagship Oppo Reno, with five times optical zoom and a 13 megapixel telephoto lens. Engineers also monitor the frameless nature of phones, for which they implement a retractable front camera (F11 Pro and Reno models).

LG

You could write a book about this phone manufacturer: “How to create an ideal business and then ruin it.” To date, the mobile division is down $4.5 billion. Why did the device make it to the top? Still, even black PR (PR) is also advertising, which sometimes works better than regular advertising. If people know about the brand, then it is worth mentioning.

However, until 2010, LG was quite popular and produced solid flagships. LG engineers have been distinguished by their constant pursuit of excellence and innovation, despite the price. After 2010, it turned out that manufacturers were able to develop dozens of failed technologies (for example, a volumetric desktop), but fell far behind the global market. Their cameras remained at the level of push-button phones, and their performance was not enough even for old toys. In 2022, LG stopped producing smartphones altogether.

The most reliable smartphones under 10,000

ZTE Blade A71

The list of
reliable smartphones includes the ZTE Blade A71, a very convenient phone with NFC and a large 6.52-inch screen. It is based on a high-quality IPS matrix, which gives natural and natural color reproduction. HD+ resolution gives a pixel density of 269 ppi - not much, but normal for this price category.

The power of the Unisoc SC9863A processor is enough for surfing the Internet, communicating on social networks and watching your favorite movies, but it is completely unsuitable for games. Memory - 3/64 GB with the ability to put MicroSD in a separate slot. An 8 MP front camera is built into the drop-shaped cutout above the screen, while a triple camera is located at the back. It includes 16, 8 and 2 megapixel sensors. There is a side fingerprint scanner and a 4000 mAh battery. I'm glad that the charger connects to the USB Type-C port.

Pros:

NFC on board;
Maintains up to 1.5 days without recharging;
Charges via USB-C;
The screen is large and has enough brightness;
Photo quality, especially during the day;
Appearance and thickness of the case;
Dedicated slot for memory card.

Minuses:

Weak processor.

Samsung Galaxy A02S

The most reliable and durable smartphones today are produced by Samsung

, which in 2022 is actively conquering all price segments. The Galaxy A02S impresses with its 5,000mAh battery, which charges from a 15W unit via USB-C. Performance is typical for this segment - the Snapdragon 450 chipset is combined with 3/32 GB of memory. If that's not enough for you, the dedicated slot can accommodate MicroSD up to 512 GB.

You will take photos with 13, 2 and 2 megapixel modules, and for selfies there is a 5 megapixel selfie camera. With good lighting, you can count on high-quality photos. The budget device is clad in a lightweight plastic case and, due to its low cost, lacks NFC and a fingerprint scanner.

Pros:

Price/specifications;
Durable battery;
Type-C;
Design and modest weight;;
Large screen with bright colors;
Quality of data transmission via Wi-Fi and 4G;
Good conversational speaker.

Minuses:

No NFC;
There is no fingerprint scanner;
There is no oleophobic coating.

Google

Not everyone knows, but the legendary corporation, which gave the world the search engine of the same name, YouTube, Gmail, Android (from 8.0) and many other software, also produces mobile phones. We are talking about the Google Pixel line of smartphones, the models of which are distinguished by their compact and pleasant design, high-quality cameras and performance characteristics. Google decided to repeat Apple's practice and adapt the OS for each brand model released. Therefore, all Google Pixel smartphones are distinguished by high performance, but also a considerable price.

Nokia

Back in the 2000s, the legendary Nokia company became famous for its strong push-button phones that could withstand a fall from the roof of a high-rise building. Of course, subsequent smartphones were not so invulnerable, but by inertia they attracted all fans of this brand. By the way, the impenetrable Nokia of the 00s and today’s touchscreen Nokias are produced by completely different manufacturers.

The fact is that in 2013 Microsoft bought the Nokia brand for $5 billion. In 2016, this brand was sold to the Chinese company FIH Mobile for $350 million. In general, the once famous name was literally passed around by different manufacturers, which led to the decline of manufactured smartphones.

Sony

Yes, yes, if this company is associated with the well-known Sony PlayStation game console, it means that you had a rich childhood or a rich friend whom you could go to after school and play, for example, Tekken. However, even Sony mobile phones are primarily aimed at gamers. For example, in the main and only Sony Xperia line, the manufacturer produces only models with large wide displays, under which powerful processors and a ton of RAM are hidden. The company does not make budget phones, only gaming flagships.

Asus

This is probably Sony's main competitor in the gaming flagship market. Smartphones from the main ASUS ROG line are planned in advance as gaming models, and therefore are equipped with a body with a thematic design and powerful hardware components.

For example, the Asus ROG Phone 3 smartphone uses a premium Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus processor and 12 GB of RAM, which can run any game. Typically, ordinary buyers do not pay attention to Asus phones, because their main audience is mobile gamers.

Criteria for choosing a durable smartphone

To choose the most reliable smartphone, evaluate the following parameters:

Frame. From a reliability point of view, a beneficial option is a waterproof and impact-resistant case. The best choice is a high-quality case made of a light metal alloy; plastic models are less durable, but affordable, so you will have to find a compromise in this matter.
Build quality. In budget models, build quality suffers. For example, judging by customer reviews, the model of the popular ZTE brand often has physical buttons that fall out.
Screen and protection. Models from 2022 to 2022 will feature OLED, AMOLED and IPS matrices. The reliability of the latter is higher, although OLED and AMOLED are bright and contrasty. A plus is the presence of durable protective glass on the screen. However, the lack of protective glass is not a problem; at the moment it is not difficult to install this part in a service center.
Autonomy , determined by the battery capacity, affects reliability. The presence of a battery saving mode will also be a plus.
Processor and memory. Reliability is determined not only by durability, but also by operation without failures. Users want to choose a fast and productive smartphone, and not a glitchy device that will freeze when performing the simplest actions. Therefore, when studying the characteristics of models, pay attention to the type of processor, the amount of RAM and internal memory

But price is not an indicator of reliability today; it happens that a top model breaks faster than a mid-price smartphone. Flagships are equipped with ideal cameras and a powerful processor, but often expensive devices are inferior in service life to inexpensive models.

Meizu

Our top is completed by another Chinese company with a very unusual history. The company began back in 2003, when a young guy, Huang Zhang, who was passionate about music and technology, decided to found his own corporation. The company's first product was a regular player, which worked terribly even for that time.

A feature of Meizu's ideology is independence from investors. The entrepreneur himself invested about $400,000 in creating the brand. Only in 2007, the company released the first smartphone that ran on Windows CE. Today the company deals with phones from the budget and mid-price segments.