The best smartphones with Qualcomm Snapdragon 845

The beginning of 2022 was marked by the appearance of the first smartphones on a new generation chip - Snapdragon 855. These are models with even greater performance and improved capabilities in the field of artificial intelligence. But new products at the start of their sales will be quite expensive for the average Russian. Therefore, we invite you to take a closer look at no less interesting options for 2018, but at more affordable prices. We will show the best smartphone models based on Snapdragon 845, which have the latest performance and all the features of the top segment.

Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL

Price: from 48,000 rubles

During the year of their existence, Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL managed to lose their technical relevance. The main reason why Google smartphones are in stable demand is the reference Android without any shells with a three-year support guarantee. Another advantage of the line is a camera with unique AI modes.

Both models have approximately the same aspect ratio (18:9 and 18.5:9), Qi wireless charging, front-facing speakers on the chin and lack a headphone jack. They have one more common feature that can be classified as a disadvantage: the battery. Pixels have never broken records for autonomy. In the third generation, the base model received a weak 2915 mAh battery. Pixel 3 XL looks better in this regard: it has a 3430 mAh battery, but energy consumption is also higher due to the large display. Therefore, the autonomy of both smartphones is approximately at the same level.

Google Pixel 3 Specifications:

Processor: Octa-core Snapdragon 845, 2.8 GHz
Screen: 5.5 inches, Full HD+ resolution
Camera (main / front): 12.20 MP / 8 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 64 / 128 GB
Battery capacity: 2915 mAh

Google Pixel 3 XL Specifications:

Processor: Octa-core Snapdragon 845, 2.8 GHz
Screen: 6.3 inches, QHD+ resolution
Camera (main / front): 12.20 MP / 8 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 64 / 128 GB
Battery capacity: 3430 mAh

The best smartphones with Snapdragon 845 and 835

Today, these are the top smartphones in the manufacturer’s line. Still, eight cores is a very good indicator even for our time. High power, stable operation and relatively low cost make them a good choice for people who want to purchase a smartphone with really high performance without overpaying. Of course, it’s definitely worth considering several models running on this Snapdragon processor.

OnePlus 6 8/128GB

Here is a very powerful smartphone with a Snapdragon 845 processor, capable of impressing even the most picky buyer.
Eight 2.8 GHz processor cores combined with 8 GB of RAM are enough for even the most demanding applications to run quickly and without glitches. And 128 gigabytes of built-in memory is quite enough to store any data. The cameras are simply luxurious - the main one is dual, 16/20 megapixels. The front one is weaker, but still very good – 16 megapixels. The maximum video recording speed is 60 frames per second. And the resolution is 3840x2160 pixels. The screen is quite large at 6.3 inches, which can cause problems when using and carrying. But the quality is simply excellent - it is provided by a resolution of 2280x1080 pixels. The facial recognition function makes using a smartphone safer, because a stranger will not be able to gain access to secret data. Perhaps this is the best smartphone on the Snapdragon 845.

Advantages:

High performance
Powerful speakers
Scratch resistant glass
Gorgeous camera
Fast charging function

Flaws:

High price

LG V30+

Another high-quality smartphone with a powerful Snapdragon 835 processor. The V30+ boasts an excellent screen - with a diagonal of 6 inches, it has a size of 2880x1440 pixels.
Thanks to this, the picture is clear and rich. Despite the metal body, it has a relatively lightweight body - 158 grams - with protection from moisture. Two SIM card slots allow you to use the services of several operators. The main camera is simply excellent - 16/13 megapixels with optical stabilization. The front one let us down a bit – only 5 megapixels. The amount of RAM in the smartphone is 4 GB with built-in memory – 128 GB. However, if this is not enough for someone, you can always use an additional card with a capacity of up to 2 TB. The battery capacity of 3300 mAh is enough for 8 hours of talk time or 80 hours of standby time.

Advantages:

High performance
Moisture protection
Large, clear screen
High-quality main camera
Fast charging
IP68 degree of protection against water, dust and glass scratches

Flaws:

Weak front camera

Xiaomi Black Shark 8/128GB

Xiaomi Black Shark is a very popular smartphone with excellent cameras.
The rear one is simply magnificent - 12/20 megapixels. Add to this a powerful flash, macro photography, autofocus and it becomes clear - now it will be easier than ever to take gorgeous, high-quality photographs. However, the front camera is not far behind - 20 megapixels, and also allows you to take photos with stunning clarity. The screen is large, 6 inches diagonal. To make it happy with image quality, the developers chose a matrix with a resolution of 2160x1080 pixels. True, this affected the weight - with a metal body, the smartphone weighs 190 grams, which is quite a lot for devices of this size. The RAM capacity of 8 gigabytes makes it possible to work with any applications, including the most demanding ones. You cannot use additional memory cards, but for most people the built-in memory is enough – its capacity is 128 gigabytes. So, there is no doubt that this is the best smartphone in the rating, or at least one of them.

Advantages:

Great design
High power
Very high quality cameras
Great screen
Metal body

Flaws:

Heavy weight
Serious price

Samsung Galaxy Note 9

Price: from 43,760 rubles

Galaxy Note 9 recently received a successor, but this event did not prevent it from remaining among the most competitive devices on the Snapdragon 845. By choosing the model in the minimum configuration, you will receive a phone with a 6.4-inch display, 6/128 GB memory, microSD slot and a battery that will last for at least a day. You can safely buy a smartphone with such characteristics for two years in advance.

A bonus for the Note 9 is the Samsung S Pen stylus. It's useful not only for art, but also for navigation, quick handwritten notes, and camera control.

Characteristics:

Processor: Octa-core Snapdragon 845 or Exynos 9810
Screen: 6.4 inches, QHD+
Camera (main / front): 12 + 12 MP / 8 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 6 or 8 GB / 128, 256 or 512 GB
Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3

Price: from 23,500 rubles

The Xiaomi Mix 3 slider is also among the best smartphones powered by Snapdragon 845. For those looking for something inexpensive with a current processor, a more optimal option cannot be found.

The unusual design made it possible to achieve a high screen-to-body ratio (93.4%) and get rid of annoying cutouts. Among the abundance of unibrow devices in 2022, Mi Mix 3 looks fresh. The front camera opens only if you slide the top of the display down; the rest of the time it is hidden from view. Although the main camera is not capable of shooting at the level of the iPhone X or Galaxy S9, there is nothing bad to say about it.

In addition to the Snapdragon 845 chipset, Mi Mix 3 is equipped with 10 GB of RAM, a 6.39-inch Full HD+ display, and a dual-frequency GPS module, which was first used in Xiaomi Mi 8. The smartphone supports wireless charging, has IP protection, but has a headphone jack he doesn't have.

Characteristics:

Processor: Octa-core Snapdragon 845, 2.8 GHz
Screen: 6.39 inches, Full HD+
Camera (main / front): 12+12 MP / 24+2 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 6, 8 or 10 GB / 128 or 256 GB
Battery capacity: 3200 mAh

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Xiaomi Pocophone F1

Cost 24,000 rubles.
The best Snapdragon smartphones in 2022 are headed by a model from the Chinese brand Xiaomi. Interesting filling. The model is equipped with a 4,000 mAh battery in terms of capacitive properties, and it is also worth noting a 6.18-inch matrix. Produces 2246x1080 pixels. Available OP 6 GB and built-in memory 0 64/128 GB due to the selected configuration.

The rear camera is represented by 2 sensors of 12 and 5 megapixels. The front camera is designed for 20 megapixels and 1 sensor. This is a real flagship that has deservedly entered the TOP ranking of the best. It is impossible to find fault with the device. It is worth noting that it is not protected according to the IP 68 standard and is not equipped with an NFC module.

The smartphone is great. The matrix is thought out to the smallest detail. So smartphone owners will not have any problems with viewing angles, picture quality, or other parameters.

ASUS ZenFone 5Z

Cost 35,000 rubles.
The next model is from Asus. There is a 6.2-inch display with a resolution of 2246x1080 pixels. RAM varies depending on the configuration - 6 and 8 GB. The device runs on Snapdragon 845. The capacity is available in 64 or 256 GB. The battery capacity is 3300 mAh. The rear camera is represented by two modules – 12 and 8 megapixels. The front camera, in turn, is presented at 8 megapixels.

In appearance, the smartphone looks beautiful and stylish. It is of high quality and the efforts of the developers on the matrix should be noted. She truly deserves extremely positive words.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S

Cost 30,000 rubles.
The new product from Xiaomi is represented by a 5.99-inch matrix with a resolution of 2160x1080 pixels. 6 GB RAM, as well as internal memory – 64/128 GB. I would like to note the design of the smartphone. In terms of external characteristics, everything is modest. But there is an NFC module available, which is quite rare in Chinese devices in the flagship segment.

LG G7 ThinQ

Cost 45,000 rubles.
LG presented a very beautiful smartphone. The display is 6.1 inches, with 3120x1440 pixels. RAM is rated at 4/6 GB, with internal memory of 64 or 128 GB. There is a camera - 16 MP, front camera - 8 MP. The battery is rated at 3000 mAh. It should be noted that the smartphone is one of the best in the manufacturer’s line. This is a high-quality device with no downsides. The detail on the screen is very good. The technical components are also at the same level.

Sony Xperia XZ2

Cost 37,000 rubles.
A smartphone from the Sony brand entered the market at the end of the year. It is equipped with a 5.7 inch screen. The resolution is 2160 by 1080 pixels. It truly deservedly entered the TOP rating of the best. The main camera is 19 megapixels, as well as the front camera is 5 megapixels. RAM memory 4 GB, with built-in resources – 64 GB. The battery capacity indicators are 3180 mAh. It should be noted that the design of the smartphone is presented without sharp corners. The solution is not appreciated by all users.

Vivo Nex S

Cost 57,500 rubles.
Vivo Nex S attracts with its design and good screen. It is equipped with a 6.59-inch matrix with a resolution of 2316x1080 pixels. It works with 8 GB of RAM, but the built-in memory can be within 128 or 256 GB. The battery operates at 4000 mAh. There is a front camera of 8 megapixels, as well as a main camera of 12+5 megapixels, it is double.

Another feature is the presence of a fingerprint sensor, which is located in the screen.

Meizu 16th

Cost 38,000 rubles.
A good smartphone that runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 845. Its release marked the 16th anniversary of the Meizu company. The smartphone runs on a battery capacity of 3010 mAh. The display has a 6-inch diagonal. Available resolution is 2160x1080 pixels. Designed for RAM 6/8 GB and built-in resource 64/128 GB. The display is made in accordance with Super-AMOLED technology, and the matrix is perfectly calibrated. For this reason, every smartphone owner will enjoy the perfect level of detail.

The main camera is dual - 12+20 MP, but the front camera is equipped with 20 MP. The cameras may not allow you to take professional photos, but they turn out quite decent.

The model is made of very high quality. There are no significant shortcomings. But keep in mind that there is no NFC module.

The filling is enough to run games with high requirements. It will be enough for updates for a couple of years.

HTC U12 Plus

Cost 53,000 rubles.
The HTC brand gradually lost its position in the smartphone production segment, but this model allowed it to again express itself from the best side.

The smartphone is equipped with a screen diagonal of 6 inches. The matrix resolution is also 2880x1440. The device runs on a Snapdragon 845 chipset supported by 6 GB RAM. The gadget is presented in 2 versions of built-in memory: 64 and 128 GB.

The battery capacity of 3500 mAh also stood out. The cameras are also well equipped. The main dual camera is 12 and 16 MP, the front camera is 8 MP. The cameras will take good photos.

Overall, the smartphone is very successful. The assembly is perfect, the display pleases with an ideal picture. It will satisfy even demanding owners of devices from the premium segment. Of course, the price of the device is appropriate, but traditionally you have to pay generously for good quality.

Xiaomi Mi8

Cost 29,500 rubles.
A very beautiful smartphone from the Xiaomi brand. Equipped with a 6.21-inch display with a resolution of 2248x1080 pixels. The manufacturer used an AMOLED matrix.

There are several versions. You can choose from built-in memory options of 64/128 and even 126GB. The RAM for each version is 6 GB, which is quite enough for the excellent functioning of the device.

The smartphone runs on a 3400 mAh battery. The main camera is double. Each module is provided with 12 megapixels. But the front sensor is even higher – 20 megapixels. The pictures turn out very successful and delight their owner.

The gadget is truly TOP. The smartphone is made of glass, but this is not a minus. It handles well and is reliable. There is also an NFC module available. Many flagship owners note that they are satisfied with their purchase and recommend the Xiaomi model to others.

Xiaomi Pocophone F1

Price: from 21,900 rubles

Pocophone F1 is perfectly balanced in terms of price and performance. When it first came out, it was called the most affordable gaming smartphone. Powerful hardware is complemented by a 6.18-inch Full HD+ display and a 4000 mAh battery. At the start of sales they asked for 24 thousand rubles.

Potential buyers were only confused by the lack of NFC. What to do, there were some compromises, especially since the smartphone did not initially claim to be at the premium level, and the NFC module is present only in the most expensive Xiaomi devices. And even with this drawback, the first batch of Pocophone F1 sold like hotcakes.

Characteristics:

Processor: Octa-core Snapdragon 845, 2.8 GHz
Screen: 6.18 inches, Full HD+
Camera (main / front): 12+5 MP / 20 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 6 or 8 GB / 64, 128 or 256 GB
Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

Nokia 9 Pureview

Price: from 40,000 rubles

“You can never have too many cameras,” Nokia decided and released the Nokia 9 Pureview. Its main camera is a penta design of 5 sensors that combines shots into one image. A very ambitious solution, but the device did not take off in the field of mobile photography.

The color scheme of the photographs is very close to reality; many details are preserved in the shadows, but glare from bright light leads to the appearance of overexposed, uneditable areas. Generally, raw photos from the Nokia 9 Pureview look darker and less saturated than photos taken with other top-end smartphones. On the one hand, this is even good. Tired of the oversaturation that plagues Chinese flagships? Upgrade to Nokia 9 Pureview and enjoy natural colors in automatic mode.

Today its general characteristics are far from premium. The display scanner is one of the first in the mobile segment (slow, not accurate, more for show than for convenience). The case is saved by a powerful chipset with sufficient memory, pure Android, NFC and water protection.

Characteristics:

Processor: Octa-core Snapdragon 845, 2.8 GHz
Screen: 5.99 inches, QHD
Camera (main / front): 12+12+12+12+12 MP / 20 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 6 / 128 GB
Battery capacity: 3320 mAh

Snapdragon 600 - price-quality ratio

While the Snapdragon 700 series tries to bridge the gap between the mid-range and flagship class, the Snapdragon 600 series is mainly aimed at devices in the $300 and below price segment. We say "mostly" because the recently announced Snapdragon 690 actually looks like it could outperform some of the Snapdragon 700 series processors.

The 8-nanometer Snapdragon 690 became the first processor in the series to support 5G, albeit without mmWave, like more expensive chips. It offers a powerful eight-core CPU with two Cortex-A77 cores and six Cortex-A55 cores and a reliable Adreno 619L graphics accelerator. In fact, Qualcomm says the Snapdragon 690 delivers a 20 percent boost in CPU performance and a 60 percent boost in graphics compared to the Snapdragon 675. Other features of the platform include 4K video shooting with HDR, a built-in Tensor Accelerator chip for machine learning, and connectivity. Wi-Fi 6.

Go down one notch and you'll find the Snapdragon 675 and Snapdragon 670 4G chips, released in 2018-2019 and now largely unused. These two platforms have a lot in common with the first Snapdragon 700 series processors, such as the Snapdragon 710. The Snapdragon 670 and 675 offer powerful Cortex-A75 and A76 cores, respectively, combined with low-power Cortex-A55 cores. There are also outdated, but quite decent GPUs that are inferior in performance to the Snapdragon 700 series, support for 4K video recording and photography with a resolution of up to 192 megapixels.

Moving down even further, you'll find the Snapdragon 665, which is a slightly improved version of the Snapdragon 660 released in 2017. Both of these chips use older CPU cores (four Cortex-A73 cores paired with four Cortex-A53 cores) and less powerful graphics. Therefore, their performance will lag behind the Snapdragon 670 and 675, not to mention the Snapdragon 690.

Also in the first half of 2022, Qualcomm released the Snapdragon 662, which is essentially a clone of the Snapdragon 665, but with support for Bluetooth 5.1 and HEIF. And the founders of the series were Snapdragon 636 and 632 chips with four Cortex-A73 and four Cortex-A53 cores in the CPU. The Snapdragon 636 differed favorably from its older brother with a 4G modem with high data transfer speeds and support for Quick Charge 4 fast charging. Moreover, both chips used Adreno 500 series graphics accelerators, which is why they are less suitable for games than the more recent Snapdragon 600 chips And today these processors are no longer used in new smartphones.

The Snapdragon 636 and 632 chipsets truly mark the transition between mid-range and low-end capabilities. But they still have large CPU cores, which means overall performance like system navigation, camera speed, and launching and loading apps shouldn't be an issue for devices based on them.

ASUS ROG PHONE

Price: 54,990 rubles

Asus ROG runs on Snapdragon 845 with a boost clock speed of 2.96 GHz (standard 2.8 GHz). Accordingly, under load it produces more impressive results than other gaming-oriented mobile phones. The heaviest games (for example, Modern Combat 3 or Injustice 2) will run on it without lags at maximum settings.

The six-inch AMOLED with a resolution of 2160 x 1080 lags behind the other gaming monster Razer Phone 2 in terms of refresh rate - 90 Hz versus 120. But it would be hard to call this a disadvantage, because in other mobile phones this value rarely exceeds 60 Hz.

Memory, battery, camera - everything meets the needs of modern users. And just recently, ROG Phone 2 went on sale, which became even faster and more autonomous than the original.

Characteristics:

Processor: Octa-core Snapdragon 845, 2.96 GHz
Screen: 6 inches, HD+
Camera (main / front): 12+8 MP / 8 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 8 GB / 128 or 512 GB
Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

Sony Xperia XZ3

Price: 38,800 rubles

Sony has long been thinking about moving away from the sharp-angled design, and in the Xperia XZ2 it happened: the smartphone received a more rounded Ambient Flow body, which the XZ3 inherited from it. Compared to older Xperia smartphones, the XZ3 looks unusual. It has a frameless 6-inch QHD OLED display with an 18:9 aspect ratio, rounded edges and reduced bezels. If it weren't for the Sony logo on the chin, it could be mistaken for the Samsung Galaxy S8.

The main camera is presented in the form of a single module with a high resolution of 19 MP. She does not pretend to be a masterpiece of photography. The advantages are pleasant color rendition, accurate autofocus and good exposure. The downside is that it produces a lot of noise in low light.

Characteristics:

Processor: Octa-core Snapdragon 845, 2.8 GHz
Screen: 6 inches QHD+
Camera (main / front): 19 MP / 13 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 4 or 6 GB / 64 GB
Battery capacity: 3300 mAh

LG V40 ThinQ

Price: from 35,789 rubles

The V40 ThinQ is a device focused on camera and audio. For audiophiles, there is a headphone audio jack and a 32-bit Hi-Fi Quad DAC chip for richer sound.

Lovers of natural colors will appreciate the V40 ThinQ's triple camera: no toxic saturation, even in AI mode. The wide-angle lens has the highest resolution (16 MP). The remaining sensors come in the form of a standard lens and a telephoto with the same 12MP resolution. For the bokeh effect when shooting portraits, the front camera received an additional sensor.

The smartphone is large. Part of the display is taken away by the notch. It is not as pronounced as on the Pixel 3 XL, and can be hidden if desired. In this case, the width of the frame at the top and bottom of the screen will be approximately the same, and this solution will look organic.

Characteristics:

Processor: Octa-core Snapdragon 845, 2.8 GHz
Screen: 6.4 inches, QHD+
Camera (main / front): 12+12+16 MP / 8+5 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 6 GB / 64 or 128 GB
Battery capacity: 3300 mAh

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Asus Zenfone 5z

Price: from 29,990 rub.

One of the first smartphones with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor, which appeared at the beginning of 2018, becoming quite remarkable due to its high performance and screen “monobrow”. The IPS matrix with a density of 401 ppi looks simple for a flagship, but it is of high quality and has wide viewing angles, and the display is protected by Gorilla Glass 5.

The device can offer a good 3rd generation Sony main camera and an equally good front camera. Not the most current sensors, since 5th generation photo sensors are already available, but still good in terms of their capabilities.

Otherwise, it has all modern interfaces, fast charging, NFC, the latest version of the operating system and a nice design made entirely of impact-resistant glass.

Characteristics:

Processor: 8-core Snapdragon 845, 2.8 GHz
Screen: 6.2 inches, resolution 2246 x 1080
Cameras (main / front): 12 + 12 MP / 8 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 6 GB / 64 GB
Battery capacity: 3300 mAh

The best smartphones with Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 and 660

If the phones discussed above seem too expensive to you, you should consider more budget models. They are also equipped with eight-core processors, but slightly less powerful. If the 625 has eight cores with a frequency of 2 gigahertz, then the 660 has 4 cores of 2.2 GHz and the same number of 1.8.

This has virtually no effect on the performance of the smartphone, allowing you to work with any modern applications and the vast majority of those that will be released in the coming years. But at the same time, their cost is noticeably lower, which will please any thrifty buyer.

Meizu 15 4/64GB

In terms of price and quality, the Meizu 15 smartphone is the golden mean, allowing you to get a truly high-quality device without spending exorbitant amounts.
The AMOLED screen with a convenient 5.5-inch diagonal not only provides excellent picture quality, but also reduces power consumption, so the battery charge lasts longer. The resolution of 1920x1080 pixels will pleasantly surprise the most picky owner. Eight processor cores combined with 4 GB of RAM are capable of running any modern applications without any problems. Both cameras are very good - the main one is 12/20, and the front one is 20 megapixels. This makes taking high-quality photos easy and simple. The fast charging feature allows you to charge a 3000 mAh battery in just half an hour. It's no surprise that this model is one of the best smartphones with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor.

Advantages:

Two great cameras
Convenient high resolution screen
The fingerprint scanner works instantly
Powerful and clear sound
Optical stabilization
High power
Proprietary fast charging

Flaws:

For its considerable price, I would like to have moisture and dust protection

Xiaomi Mi6X 4/64GB

Here is a cool inexpensive smartphone with good quality Snapdragon 660.
At first glance, the excellent six-inch screen catches your eye. Its resolution is 2160x1080 pixels, which provides excellent picture quality. The cameras won't disappoint either. After all, the main, double resolution is 12/20 megapixels. There is also double optical zoom and macro photography, which not every smartphone can boast of at this price. The second camera is quite impressive - as much as 20 megapixels. You can always record high-quality video with a frame size of 3840x2160 pixels. 6 gigabytes of RAM is enough to run the most resource-demanding programs. 64 GB of internal memory is enough for most owners. Those for whom this is not enough can always use additional memory cards.

Advantages:

Affordable price
High-quality screen picture
Two amazing cameras
Very high power
Protected glass
Fast charging

Flaws:

The usual 3.5mm headphone jack is missing
Protruding main camera

ASUS ZenFone 4 Selfie Pro ZD552KL 4GB

Among those who like to take high-quality selfies, this particular smartphone model with Snapdragon 625 receives excellent reviews. The resolution of the main camera is quite good - 16 megapixels.
But this figure simply pales in comparison with the front camera - here this figure is 24 megapixels. Of course, the owner can easily record high-quality video – up to 3840x2160 pixels. You can also add a chic smartphone screen to the list of advantages. Created using AMOLED technology, it provides rich colors with low power consumption, despite its 5.5-inch diagonal. The power will also not disappoint the owner - in addition to the 8-core processors, there are 4 gigabytes of RAM. Therefore, any modern applications will run on the smartphone without the slightest slowdown.

Advantages:

Quality cameras
Clear and economical display
Scratch-resistant glass
Good performance
The screen has an oleophobic coating

Flaws:

The back panel is very dirty

Xiaomi Mi A1 64GB

An amazing budget smartphone from a world famous manufacturer.
The model boasts a good display. 1920x1080 pixels – this resolution provides an excellent picture on a 5.5-inch diagonal screen. A dual rear camera of 12/12 megapixels allows you to take high-quality pictures. Here the developers have introduced 2x optical zoom and a powerful LED flash. But the front camera let us down slightly - only 5 megapixels. For modern phones this is clearly not enough. But the 3080 mAh battery is enough for a couple of days of work, and there is also a fast battery charging option. The smartphone's built-in memory of 64 gigabytes is enough for most owners. But if this is not enough for you, you can always use a card up to 128 gigabytes. However, in this case you will have to occupy one of the two slots intended for SIM cards.

Advantages of a smartphone:

Low cost
Good power
Great rear camera
High quality speaker
Metal body
Scratch-resistant display

Flaws:

Weak front camera

LG G7 ThinQ

Price: from 33,990 rub.

LG's flagship smartphone costs a little more, but looks more interesting than the previous model. All thanks to a high-resolution infinity screen with a density of 563 ppi on an IPS M-LED matrix, protected by Gorilla Glass 5. The cameras also have interesting functionality, which uses autofocus with an AI algorithm that recognizes various scenes and objects, creating the best perspective.

Among other features, we note a battery with fast and wireless charging; the battery is not the largest in size, but has high autonomy. The smartphone can withstand submersion, dirt, and accidental drops and is IP68 and MIL-STD-810G certified. This feature is inherent in all models of the South Korean manufacturer.

Audiophiles will appreciate the loud surround sound from the DTS-X (Boombox)-enabled speakers and excellent sound quality from headphones. The body is made of a metal frame and tempered glass; it has all the latest interfaces, including NFC.

Characteristics:

Processor: 8-core Snapdragon 845, 2.8 GHz
Screen: 6.1 inches, resolution 3120 x 1440
Cameras (main / front): 16 + 16 MP / 8 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 4 GB / 64 GB
Battery capacity: 3000 mAh

Meizu 16th

Price: from 30,790 rub.

After its release in August, this smartphone immediately became one of the most productive smartphones according to Benchmark AnTuTu, scoring more than 290,000 points, which is a very good result. Meizu managed to optimize the system as much as possible to achieve the best performance. Therefore, this model is one of the best in its segment.

The device boasts a high-quality Super Amoled screen with a density of 401 ppi with a built-in fingerprint scanner, a battery with fast charging and powerful Sony cameras. There is triple geolocation, but there is no NFC, which is a minus for the top model.

The new product will also appeal to those who don’t particularly like on-screen bangs. The design looks nice and the body is slim and made of a combination of glass and metal.

Characteristics:

Processor: 8-core Snapdragon 845, 2.8 GHz
Screen: 6 inches, resolution 2160 x 1080
Cameras (main / front): 12 + 20 MP / 20 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 6 GB / 64 GB
Battery capacity: 3010 mAh

Platform Features

Snapdragon 665 is the successor to the chipset number 660. Its features include:

Display images on screens with resolutions up to 2520 x
Supports single top cameras with a resolution of up to 48 megapixels, two with a resolution of 25 megapixels or triple lenses.
Works with 8 GB of LPPDR4X (1866 MHz) RAM in dual-channel mode to increase application performance.
11nm process technology, which is more power efficient than Snapdragon's 14nm solution
Adreno 610 GPU with 500 MHz frequency and Vulkan1 API support for advanced processing of 2D and 3D games.

The processor is compatible with 18W QC3 fast charging and supports Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX and aptX HD audio codecs. The Hexagon 686 signal processor is implemented for processing digital signals into analogue ones, with an increase in speed of up to 50% compared to the Hexagon 680.

OnePlus 6T

Price: from 36,350 rub.

The new “flagship killer” received a teardrop-shaped screen indentation, which made it somewhat more popular than its predecessor OnePlus 6. The trend has already been picked up by many manufacturers and will be used throughout 2022.

As for this smartphone, it is definitely one of the best options based on the Snapdragon 845 processor, which has a high-quality large Amoled display with a built-in fingerprint scanner and one of the best main cameras of our time. The latter was noted in DxOMark, where it showed excellent results in photo and video shooting.

Supports fast charging, today's current NFC, all modern interfaces and Android 9.0 OS. The design is top notch, with the back of the case protected by Gorilla Glass 6, which is also used to protect the display.

Characteristics:

Processor: 8-core Snapdragon 845, 2.8 GHz
Screen: 6.41 inches, resolution 2340 x 1080
Cameras (main / front): 16 + 20 MP / 16 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 6 GB / 128 GB
Battery capacity: 3710 mAh

Realme GT 5G

5G processor Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888, 5nm.
CPU – 8 cores Kryo 680 (Prime 1×2.84 GHz + Gold 3×2.42 GHz + Silver 4×1.80 GHz).
GPU – Qualcomm Adreno 660, up to 840 MHz.
Screen 6.43″, sAMOLED, 2400×1080, 409 ppi, 20:9, 120 Hz, AOD, HDR10+.
Android 11 (Q) OS, Realme UI 2.0 interface.
RAM 8/12 GB (LPDDR5), ROM 128/256 GB (UFS 3.1).
Double slot, only for 2 nanoSIM.
Main triple AI camera 64 MP (f/1.8, 78.6°, PDAF).
Additional sensors 8 MP (f/2.3, 119°) + 2 MP (f/2.4, 88.8°, F=4 cm).
Video recording – up to 2160p/60fps, slow-mo up to 240fps, 2-tone LED flash.
Front AI camera 16 MP (f/2.5, 78°).
Built-in 4500 mAh battery, 65 W fast charging, QC 3.0/4.0.
USB Type-C 2.0, 3.5 mm minijack, USB OTG, linear vibration motor.
Spoken/music + 1 music speakers, 2 microphones.
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, 5G and 4G LTE.
Multifunctional NFC (with support for Google Pay).
In-screen fingerprint + face unlock.
The back panel is tempered glass or eco-leather with a plastic insert.
3 colors, side frame – plastic, front – tempered glass.
H×W×D – 158.5×73.3×8.4 (9.1) mm; weight – 186 g.

The mid-range semi-flagship Realme GT belongs to the “racing” series of branded smart phones. In Antutu, it scores 815 thousand points and demonstrates stable operation, without throttling or freezing. The model exists in 2 memory configurations – 8+128 GB and 12+256 GB. The gadget received an effective multi-layer cooling system and a high-quality colorful 120 Hz 6.43-inch sAMOLED screen with FHD+ resolution, a sampling frequency of 360 Hz and a built-in 16 MP front camera and an optical fingerprint sensor.

The main camera has 3 sensors – 64 MP wide, 8 MP ultra-wide and 2 MP macro lens. There is support for shooting 4K video. The battery here is 4500 mAh with 65W ultra-fast charging. There is a minijack. The model is notable for the design of the back panel, presented in 2 options - with tempered glass or eco-leather with a plastic insert. The front side is protected by tempered glass. The side frame is made of plastic.

Xiaomi Mi8

Price: from 24,400 rub.

Among all smartphones with a Snapdragon 845 processor, this is the most affordable option. The new product turned out to be quite successful and came out in several variations: with an in-screen fingerprint scanner, a transparent back case and a lightweight version.

There is a high-quality Amoled screen with a monobrow, protected by Gorilla Glass 5, excellent performance and the latest version of Android 9 OS. Fast battery charging is supported and there is NFC.

But especially interesting are the capabilities of the cameras, which received the highest score in DxOMark tests and produce very high-quality photos and videos thanks to powerful Samsung sensors. Regarding the design, the smartphone has a thin body made of glass and a metal frame and looks premium.

Characteristics:

Processor: 8-core Snapdragon 845, 2.8 GHz
Screen: 6.21 inches, resolution 2248 x 1080
Cameras (main / front): 12 + 12 MP / 20 MP
Memory (RAM / built-in): 6 GB / 64 GB
Battery capacity: 3400 mAh

The best smartphones with Snapdragon 820 and 821

Users who are not chasing modern technologies, but who want to purchase a reliable, inexpensive phone, should take a closer look at smartphone models that were created using Snapdragon 820 and 821 processors. They each have 4 cores, which provides not flagship, but very good performance. 820 consists of 2 cores at 2.15 GHz and 2 at 1.6. 821 is a little more powerful - there are 2 cores of 2.4 and the same number of 1.6 GHz. Therefore, most applications will launch quickly and work stably.

LG G6 32GB

Many buyers, when choosing a phone, want it not only to have powerful cameras and high performance, but also to be as reliable as possible.
We recommend paying attention to this smartphone model powered by Snapdragon 821. The list of its advantages includes reliable protection against dust and water – IP68. The smartphone can be put in water for a few minutes and taken out without the slightest consequences. Moreover, such reliability does not prevent the phone from having a good rear camera – 13/13 MP. True, the front one is much more complicated - only 5 megapixels. The large screen with a diagonal of 5.7 boasts a resolution of 2880x1440 pixels. High-quality design and a body made of glass and metal make it especially sophisticated and refined. Many forums note that the G6 is the best phone model according to reviews in the rating.

Advantages of a smartphone:

Precisely tailored design
Large high resolution screen
Optical stabilization
Reliable protection from external factors
Always-on Display function
Good main camera
Fast charging
Dolby Vision technology

Flaws:

Gets very hot when running heavy applications

Motorola Moto Z 32GB

Motorola Moto Z is a lightweight, easy-to-learn and use smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 820. The display is quite comfortable - 5.5 inches.
A high-quality picture is provided by a resolution of 2560x1440 pixels. Since the screen is created using AMOLED technology, battery power is consumed extremely economically, and color rendition is simply excellent. The rear and front cameras are quite standard - 13 and 5 megapixels. Not too much, but quite standard for a budget smartphone model, although I would like it to be better. In addition, there is laser and optical stabilization, as well as the ability to record video up to 3840x2160 pixels. The amount of RAM is 4 GB. Together with a quad-core processor, this makes it possible to work with almost all modern applications. But 32 GB of internal memory may not be enough for some users. In such a case, you can insert a memory card - the smartphone works with cards up to 2 TB.

Advantages:

Affordable price
High quality screen
Optical stabilization
Performance processor
Great design
Glass is scratch resistant

Flaws:

One SIM card slot

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 64GB

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 is another chic smartphone powered by Snapdragon 821. The rather high cost is compensated by excellent characteristics.
For example, two cameras – 22 and 8 megapixels. In addition, it is possible to record videos with a resolution of up to 3840x2160 pixels - also a very good indicator. The screen is large, which many owners will like - 5.7 inches diagonal with a size of 1920x1080 pixels. 4 gigabytes of memory and 4 processor cores provide good performance. Finally, there is a compass, Geo Tagging, gyroscope and a number of other useful functions. Advantages of a smartphone:

Quality design
Good battery
Great camera
Light indication of events
High performance
Metal body

Flaws:

Weak flash

OnePlus 3 64GB

If you want to buy a phone with a good processor and a powerful battery, you will definitely like this model.
The smartphone is powered by a Snapdragon 820 processor. The 3000 mAh battery capacity is enough for a whole day of comfortable work, and there is also a fast charging function. And the performance will not disappoint - 6 gigabytes of RAM and 4 processor cores are a pretty good indicator even today. It's nice that if 64 GB of internal memory is not enough, the memory card can be inserted into a separate slot without taking up two slots intended for SIM cards. With a smartphone display diagonal of 5.5 inches, the size of the transmitted image is 1920x1080 pixels. Therefore, you can easily see any little detail on the screen.

Advantages of a smartphone:

High quality build
Beautiful AMOLED screen
Corning Gorilla Glass 4
Good performance
Aluminium case
Optical stabilization

Flaws:

Not detected