Fortunately, the days when manufacturers skimped on high-speed connections are almost gone: 4G or LTE is now supported on almost all inexpensive smartphones, not to mention expensive and flagship devices. Of course, in some budget models you can still find a maximum of 3G, but the trend is that soon there will be no problems with 4G. Let's look at good and at the same time inexpensive smartphones with 4G (LTE).

Xiaomi Redmi 4A 16Gb

Let's start with budget devices. This is exactly what it is Xiaomi Redmi 4A 16Gb, although judging by the characteristics, this cannot be said.

This is the first budget class model from Xiaomi (for example, Redmi 4 is one rank higher). Here it is used plastic case, good finishing colors, 5-inch screen with standard definition 1280x720 pixels. Of course, the smartphone has 4G support.

Despite its low cost, the device is powered by a fairly powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 processor. Of course, this is far from the most powerful processor, but for most toys it will be enough. Volume random access memory- 2 GB, built-in - 16 GB.

It is definitely worth noting the capacious battery – 3120 mAh. The cameras are not bad, but nothing more.

Meizu M5 32Gb

This is a budget phone from Meizu.

First of all, the smartphone is interesting to us for its low cost, and also because the manufacturer decided to use not a 5-inch, but a 5.2-inch screen. The resolution, one might say, is classic - 1280×720 pixels.

The case is plastic, but looks great. Case color is your choice, all colors are good. The processor is MediaTek MT6750. The amount of RAM in this version is 3 GB, and the built-in memory is 16 GB.

The battery capacity is sufficient - 3070 mAh. Despite the low cost, the manufacturer installed a fingerprint sensor, which, of course, cannot but please future owners of the device.

Alcatel Shine Lite

A relatively inexpensive budget device from Alcatel. However, you can’t tell by its appearance, since Alcatel Shine Lite looks expensive: this is facilitated by a glass and metal body, as well as a fingerprint scanner sensor, which can be seen on the back of the case. The case is thin - only 7.45 mm, but the battery capacity, obviously due to the thickness, is not too large - 2460 mAh.

The smartphone is equipped with a 5-inch display, resolution... That's right, 1280x720 pixels. Alcatel Shine Lite is powered by a MediaTek MT6737 processor, it has 2 GB of RAM, as well as 16 GB of internal memory.

Among the features, noteworthy is the AWINC8738 audio amplifier.

LG K10 (2017) M250

It’s unlikely that anyone will argue with the fact that LG makes excellent smartphones, but they are often more expensive than some of their competitors, especially when it comes to the low-cost segment. The same goes for the LG K10 (2017) M250: good, but the cost is higher than many of its analogues. However, the smartphone has its own interesting features.

First of all, this is, of course, a display with a non-standard 5.3-inch diagonal. Resolution is 1280x720 pixels, the matrix is ​​traditionally good for LG.

The second is a wide-angle selfie camera, something most of its competitors don't have.

Third - Android 7.0.

The LG K10 (2017) M250 is powered by a MediaTek MT6750 processor, 2 GB of RAM, 16 GB of internal memory. Battery capacity - 2800 mAh.

Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime SM-G532F

In its price segment, if we do not consider inexpensive Chinese smartphones without an official guarantee, Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime SM-G532F is one of the best buys. It has a good display, perhaps the best photos in its class (Samsung traditionally relies on photos), a full-fledged slot for a memory card and two SIM cards.

The smartphone uses a MediaTek MT6737T processor and 1.5 GB of RAM. The volume of built-in memory is 8 GB.

There are no fingerprint scanners to speak of, but the battery capacity is not bad, considering the 5-inch display with high resolution 960x540 pixels, - 2600 mAh.

ASUS ZenFone Go TV 16Gb

Not quite an ordinary smartphone from ASUS. Do you know what's unusual about it? This smartphone supports several digital television standards at once, and therefore allows you to watch hundreds of television channels around the world! If you love TV, ASUS ZenFone Go TV will probably be of interest to you.

By the way, the screen diagonal here is 5.5 inches, making it convenient to watch TV channels on the large display. The resolution, however, is not the highest - 1280x720 pixels. The smartphone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor, it has 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal memory. Battery capacity - 3010 mAh.

The appearance is quite typical for devices from ASUS.

Lenovo Vibe B

Lenovo Vibe B performs in one of the most inexpensive segments. This is a fairly simple device: a 4.5-inch screen with a resolution of 854×480 pixels, a MediaTek MT6735M processor, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal memory, and a slot for a memory card. Battery capacity - 2000 mAh. The case is plastic, there are several color shades to choose from.

But it has 4G support, GPS with A-GPS technology, and two cameras.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 64Gb

Let's return to Xiaomi. For 11-13 thousand rubles you can become the owner Xiaomi smartphone Redmi Note 4 64Gb, and even cheaper if you really want it. The cost seems to be low, but judging by the presence of expensive solutions, you can’t say that this is a budget smartphone.

The case is metal, you can choose the color as desired. The display is an excellent 5.5-inch matrix with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. Processor - 10-core MediaTek Helio X20 (MT6797), as much as 3 GB of RAM, 64 GB of internal memory. Of course, there is a fingerprint sensor, a powerful battery (4100 mAh!), two good cameras, and much more.

Meizu M5 Note 32Gb

The analogue of Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 is Meizu M5 Note. This is the older version of the Meizu M5 model, which is powered by a MediaTek Helio P10 (MT6755) processor, it has 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory.

The case is all-metal, stylish, color is your choice. Battery capacity - 4000 mAh, supports the function fast charging, fingerprint scanner.

Display diagonal - 5.5 inches, resolution - 1920x1080 pixels.

Traditionally, Meizu sounds better in headphones than most competitors.

Numerous surveys and studies in recent years show that the highest demand in the market mobile devices They use inexpensive smartphones with good batteries and high-speed Internet. In other words, the buyer needs good Internet connection and long battery life. In the modern pace of life, such a choice is more than justified, because now you can’t live without access to the network, but for its constant use you need a powerful battery.

So that you can understand such devices in detail, we have compiled a rating best smartphones with 4G, which became leaders in their segment in 2018–2019. Each model is especially good and worthy of its price, so there should be no doubt about purchasing.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro

Our rating opens with one of the most popular phones Xiaomi company. Redmi Note 3 Pro is an inexpensive but good 4G smartphone that offers a stylish design, excellent specifications and of course, fast internet. The housing cover is made of metal, and the rest of the device is made of plastic. The gadget's 5.5-inch screen has an excellent Full HD resolution and pixel density of 401 (PPI), and underneath it there are convenient backlit touch buttons. The lithium-polymer battery is designed for 4050 mAh (up to 1.5 days without charging), which is efficiently consumed thanks to the proprietary MIUI 7 firmware based on Android 5.1.

The smartphone supports 2 SIM cards, one of which is micro and the other is nano (an adjacent slot with micro SD up to 128 GB). The Internet works according to all standards available today, from GSM to VoLTE.

  • Camera (rear/front) – 16 MP / 5 MP
  • Processor – Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 (frequency – 1800 MHz)
  • Video chip – Adreno 510
  • RAM – 2 GB
  • ROM – 16 GB

The phone has very high-quality optics with wide functionality, as well as excellent performance. Moreover, the device has a convenient fingerprint scanner located on the back panel directly below the camera.

ASUS ZenFone 3 Max ZC520TL


ASUS also offers to buy a high-quality smartphone with excellent characteristics at an attractive price. The body is entirely made of metal that is pleasant to the touch, and there is a fingerprint scanner on the back panel. By using on-screen buttons, the manufacturer allowed itself to expand the diagonal of the HD screen to 5.2 inches. The device is capable of working with 2 SIM cards (micro + nano). The smartphone supports communication standards up to LTE-A Cat. 4, which makes surfing the Internet incredibly fast.

  • Processor – Mediatek MT6737T (frequency – 1450 MHz)
  • Video chip – Mali-T720
  • RAM – 2 GB
  • ROM – 16 GB

One of the advantages of the smartphone is the main camera, which, thanks to the original F/2.2 aperture, takes very clear pictures and records Full HD video. The performance of ZenFone 3 Max, like all the company's gadgets, is excellent. The internal memory is expandable via micro SD with a capacity of up to 32 GB, which is installed in the nano-SIM slot. The device has a very good 4130 mAh battery that holds a charge for up to 2 days. The smartphone runs on Android version 6.0 via the proprietary ZenUI 3.0 interface.

Huawei Honor 5C


If you don't know which brand is better to choose a 4G smartphone, pay attention to Huawei. The most popular manufacturer of 2016 offers connoisseurs of inexpensive smartphones, but high-quality phones, the Honor 5C model. The all-metal neat body fits very nicely in the hand. The display diagonal is as much as 5.2 inches with a resolution of 1920×1080, guaranteeing a clear, rich picture. Both nano SIM can work with 4G Internet using the LTE-A Cat standard. 4, which is one of the fastest to date. The device's proprietary interface, Emotion UI 3.0, is based on Android 6.0.

  • Camera (rear/front) – 13 MP / 8 MP
  • Processor – HiSilicon Kirin 650 (frequency – 2000 MHz)
  • Video chip – Mali-T830 MP2
  • RAM – 2 GB
  • ROM – 16 GB

Many enthusiastic customer reviews pay special attention to the front camera, which is one of the “features” of Huawei devices. Fantastic processor performance makes working with your smartphone as comfortable as possible. The permanent memory is expandable via micro SD by 128 GB. The battery on the device is relatively modest, 3000 mAh, but the efficiency of the processor allows you to keep the charge for up to 2 days.

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) SM-A510F


The review of the best 4G smartphones continues with the 2016 version of the Galaxy A5. This wonderful device provides ample opportunities to its owner. A neat metal body, a convenient mechanical central button in combination with two touch buttons - Samsung's corporate style, as usual, is at its best. The AMOLED display with 16 million colors and a resolution of 1920x1080 has a diagonal of as much as 5.2 inches. At the same time, it is covered with hardened Gorilla glass Glass, which protects the screen from scratches and other damage. The phone supports 2 SIM cards, each of which can operate using the high-speed LTE-A Cat standard. 6.

  • Camera (rear/front) – 13 MP / 5 MP
  • Processor – Exynos 7580 (frequency – 1600 MHz)
  • Video chip – Mali-T720
  • RAM – 2 GB
  • ROM – 16 GB

The device's excellent camera is equipped with optical stabilization, which allows you to take high-quality pictures under any conditions. Thanks to the proprietary processor, the performance of the smartphone is at an excellent level. In case of shortage internal memory You can use micro SD with a capacity of up to 128 GB, and it is installed in the second SIM card slot. The autonomy of the 2900 mAh battery is quite average, but in economy mode it lasts up to a day. The phone operates through the Touch Wiz interface based on Android 5.1.

LG K8 K350E


The LG K8 K350E smartphone offers a pleasant combination of price and quality. A classic body, on-screen buttons, a neat display - externally, this phone is difficult to distinguish from the company’s flagships. The 5-inch diagonal screen has high-quality HD resolution. The budget gadget allows you to experience all the joys of using the 4G LTE Internet at a modest price, and you can work with any of the two SIM cards. The smartphone's battery, at first glance, is quite weak, since its capacity is only 2125 mAh. At the same time, the energy-efficient screen and processor significantly reduce energy consumption, due to which the charge lasts 8-10 hours.

  • Camera (rear/front) – 8 MP / 5 MP
  • Processor – MediaTek MT6735 (frequency – 1300 MHz)
  • Video chip – Mali-T720
  • RAM – 1 GB
  • ROM – 16 GB

The smartphone processor is best used for working with not very heavy games, then the performance will be remarkable. Both cameras take pictures good quality. The internal memory can be expanded via micro-SD up to 32 GB. The smartphone runs on modern Android 6.0.

Meizu M3 Note


Next in the top will be main competitor Xiaomi is a Meizu company. The M3 Note is great smartphone with 4G and a good camera, which offers almost flagship characteristics for a low price. First of all, its premium design simply cannot help but attract buyers with its grace and elegance. The body is made of metal and plastic. The 5.5-inch screen with Full HD resolution is covered with high-quality protective glass. It is impossible not to note the functional button with a sensor, which in many ways resembles a similar part on the iPhone. This inexpensive smartphone with 4G it supports 2 nano-SIMs, which can be worked using the VoLTE standard, which is the fastest today.

  • Camera (rear/front) – 13 MP / 5 MP
  • Processor – MediaTek Helio P10 (frequency – 1800 MHz)
  • Video chip – Mali-T860 MP2
  • RAM – 2 GB
  • ROM – 16 GB

The main camera with F/2.2 aperture takes beautiful, clear pictures from any position. It is impossible not to note the fantastic performance of the device, which is achieved through the work of a powerful processor. Don't forget that the M3 Note is a smartphone with a good battery, the capacity of which is as much as 4100 mAh. This allows the gadget to hold a charge better than most of its competitors, namely 1.5-2 days without connecting to the network. The second SIM card slot is universal and allows you to place a micro-SD with a capacity of up to 128 GB. Interaction with the Android 5.1 system is carried out through the proprietary Flyme OS interface.

Today, every person has the opportunity to stay in touch almost around the clock. Fortunately they appeared portable devices, with which you can access the Internet anywhere: check social media, email, go to the website and find out the information you are interested in.

Recently (after the advent of fourth generation communications in Russia), it is also possible to exchange large amounts of information at high speed. This provides an LTE connection. Only it has some peculiarities.

We will tell you in more detail about which devices support the ability to connect to high-speed networks in this article. At the same time, let's try to find the most cheap smartphone with 4G, which is just present on the market.

Limited list of gadgets

So, to begin with, we note that not all devices can work with 4G/LTE. The reason for this is the features of the module, which can receive a signal at this frequency. If it is missing, the phone will not be able to connect to the Network of this protocol, and therefore will not be able to support high speed file exchange.

It’s just that in practice it turned out that support for interaction with LTE networks Only expensive, top-end gadgets of a higher class have them. Budget models, as a rule, do not have this module - developers simply save on this option. And cheap models don’t always need that same 4G: their customers rarely use this expensive connection. It is much cheaper to purchase a package with 3G Internet, which will be slower but more accessible.

Therefore, finding a cheap smartphone with 4G is not so easy. “Flagships” cannot be available because they are the most powerful and feature phones in the line. As for the more accessible ones, we will pay closer attention to them.

Chinese phones

Finding a cheap smartphone with 4G is very easy among the most “stuffed” devices supplied from China. Such gadgets, as we know, do not have particularly stable operation: they can be glitchy and have poor build quality, but at the same time they have the widest functionality. You don't have to look far for examples.

Landvo L200G

Take this device model for example. This is a fairly inexpensive smartphone with 4G and a good battery, which will be an excellent assistant at work or if you just need a second smartphone. Of course, we haven’t heard the name of its manufacturer either, but at the same time, the unknown of the brand is not an automatic “stamp” of it Low quality. The device has only 1 SIM module, an 8-megapixel camera and at the same time has a 2000 mAh battery. The price of the gadget does not reach $100. Of course, there is a pre-installed module for working in the LTE network.

Regarding performance and stability of operation of this device There’s nothing much to say, since the smartphone has not become as popular as the manufacturers expected, and there are very few reviews about it.

Elephone G2

This is another Chinese “baby” with LTE. You've probably heard about this manufacturer. According to buyers, the smartphone also costs no more and it similarly provides the ability to work in fourth-generation networks.

In addition, this is the cheapest smartphone with 4G and IPS (the latter characteristic relates to the technology for displaying images on the screen). It turns out that this is an interesting device with a low price that can easily be turned into a gadget for high-speed surfing, watching movies or TV series online, and so on.

Cubot X12

Brand under which it is published this smartphone, is also in the possession of Chinese manufacturer. The device is also equipped with an LTE module, so we have the same cheap smartphone with 4G as the gadgets described above. By the way, its cost also does not go beyond $100. Even its filling is typical for inexpensive devices from the Middle Kingdom. Again, we cannot vouch for the stable operation of the device.

InFocus M512

Manufacturer who produces original iPhone, is simultaneously developing other models. One of them is InFocus.

As you may have guessed, this is also a Chinese phone with high-speed Internet connectivity. Its cost is slightly higher, so it is not the cheapest smartphone with 4G (about $120). But by purchasing it, the buyer also receives high build quality (which is also not bad for a Chinese product).

Jiayu F2

This device is even more expensive than those described above. But believe me, this smartphone significantly surpasses the indicated models in its capabilities, having a price tag of only 10 thousand rubles.

Its advantage is that it not only supports 4G network operation, but also boasts a powerful processor that ensures stable and uninterrupted operation. The developers did not forget about the capacious battery (2250 mAh) and the 4-core “heart” of the smartphone. By the way, the device was not deprived of design either.

Ulephone Be Pro

An even cooler device from little famous manufacturer Ulephone. This is a full-fledged modern phone with an excellent IPS screen and an acceptable price tag - 12 thousand rubles. This inexpensive smartphone with 4G and a good camera has all the capabilities of a higher-class device (for example, due to a powerful 2600 mAh battery). What can we say about a colorful display built on a matrix from LG, a leading technology manufacturer from Korea?

The Chinese also put a lot of effort into the appearance of the device, assembling it from glass and metal in the manner of some G2 or other “flagship”... It looks really cool, although it is a relatively cheap smartphone with a 4G (LTE) module.

Devices from operators

From the “Chinese” we move on to another interesting category of phones - smartphones, which are offered under the brand of one of the mobile operators. As we all know, such gadgets are often sold at a lower cost due to being tied to a single provider.

“Beeline Pro”

Take, for example, a device from a “yellow-black” operator (it’s clear from the name which one we’re talking about). It was offered at a price of 4,990 rubles (at least at the time of launch) and had quite modest characteristics (as for a smartphone): a screen with a resolution of 480 x 854 inches, a 2 megapixel camera. This is clearly an inexpensive smartphone with 4G and powerful battery(considering its low battery consumption, 2200 mAh is really a lot).

One minus - this model comes exclusively with a package from Beeline, so you must choose one of them for yourself tariff plans this operator and order it in order to enjoy the benefits of this phone.

MTS-978

Another interesting device is model 978 from MTS. It costs only 6,700 rubles, but is also endowed with capabilities a modest smartphone and, of course, has support for working in LTE format.

The device is equipped with an 8-megapixel camera, a screen based on IPS technology with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels, and a 1.4 GHz processor. The battery here has a capacity of 2000 mAh, which is enough to work for two days at an average level of battery consumption. In general, a good solution, again tied to the mobile operator provider.

If you wish, you can also select models from other operators that interest you. Main question- are you satisfied with the functionality that such a cheap smartphone with 4G can show? Yes, there will be expressway support mobile Internet, but at the same time, the quality of videos, capabilities when working with games, performance, image from the camera - all this will be far from ideal. Therefore, you should probably hold the device in your hands, or even better, ask friends or colleagues who have one, how easy it is to interact with it, whether the phone is comfortable, and so on.

Inexpensive smartphones from leading developers

Finally, in addition to Chinese models and devices produced under the brand of operators (which, by the way, also belong to Chinese devices with their own characteristics), we can also name companies that are “ordinary” for us, engaged in supplying different categories of smartphones - like “state employees” with a reduced functionality, as well as full-fledged “flagships”.

Core LTE

Well, the first thing that comes to mind is the Korean concern with its numerous devices Galaxy of different price groups and technical characteristics. As for the latter, in this regard the Core is not too ahead of its Chinese “colleagues” - there is only 1 GB of RAM, (!) with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, a 5 megapixel camera. But the smartphone has 4G support. With a price tag of 10 thousand rubles, the model falls into the “cheap smartphones with 4G support” category.

Sony Xperia E3

With a fairly powerful processor from Qualcomm, the device has very good performance in terms of its ability to work with bulky applications: games, high-quality videos, etc. There is also a 5 MP camera installed here and, of course, there is an LTE module.

The design of the device is simple, but quite attractive and captivating with its simplicity. For 8 thousand rubles you get an excellent model for performing a wide variety of tasks.

Acer Liquid E600

If you are looking for an inexpensive smartphone with 4G and two SIM cards, you can pay attention to the brainchild of the Taiwanese Acer, namely the model indicated in the title. Here, as on the Xperia E3, there is a processor with a clock speed of 1.2 GHz. The model is assembled on high level, has a powerful 8-megapixel camera and a “tasty” price - 7,100 rubles (as for the version with LTE support).

Nokia Lumia 636

As you can see, in our rating all devices were presented on operating system Android. A model with iOS, of course, cannot be placed here, since this is clearly not a budget version of the device. At the same time, do not forget about phones with Windows Phone. This platform is also starting to gain popularity among mobile device users.

The device has nothing unusual compared to its “competitors” presented above - as in the question technical parameters, and in terms of price. Well, we can say that a different OS is used here, which will appeal to WP fans. It is more stable than Android, and given the presence of an LTE module, the device can become a tempting solution for many users.

conclusions

So, as we see, finding an inexpensive and functional smartphone that would support the option of working in the format of fourth generation networks is not at all difficult. Of course, some of the models presented on our list will be out of date by the time you read this article, but that’s okay! Manufacturers will replace the device in model range using a new similar device.

As for prices, in many cases they are quite affordable for a wide range of users. Therefore, if you live in an area where LTE communications are widespread at the proper level, and you agree to pay the cost of tariffs for this connection, we can safely talk about purchasing such a gadget for further work with it.

Many years good smartphones were sold at a clearly inflated price. Everything changed with the popularization of the Android operating system. Now many Chinese companies have entered the market for such devices. This has contributed to the fact that a cheap smartphone has become a common occurrence. Our regularly updated rating includes just such devices. All of them are distinguished by balanced characteristics and a large number of positive reviews left by customers on the global web.

  • CPU: Snapdragon 430, 4 cores, 1500 MHz
  • Display:
  • 4G (LTE) support: There is
  • Operating system: Android 7.0

Price: from 7,100 rub.

Despite its ultra-budget status, the Honor 6A smartphone was equipped with an adequate 13-megapixel camera and a 5-megapixel front module. Inside the compact plastic case there is a popular chip from the famous company Qualcomm with GPU Adreno 505. It is supported by 2 gigabytes of RAM and 16 gigabytes of internal memory. An impressive 3000 mAh battery with such a small resolution and a 5-inch diagonal ensures operation for a day or more.

Advantages

  • Two slots for SIM cards.
  • LTE support.
  • Good processor from a well-known manufacturer.
  • Very good cameras on the back and front panels.
  • Adequate HD screen.

Flaws

  • Quiet speaker.

  • CPU: MediaTek MT6739, 1500 MHz
  • Display:
  • 4G (LTE) support: There is
  • Operating system: Android 7.0

Price: from 6,039 rub.

The Honor 7A smartphone has already received a standard widescreen HD+ display with a resolution of 1440 by 720 pixels and a diagonal of 5.45 inches. The heart of the device is the MediaTek MT6739 processor with PowerVR GE8100 graphics. RAM - 2 gigabytes. Built-in memory - 16 gigabytes. There is a slot for microSD memory cards. The main camera of the smartphone has a 13 megapixel image sensor with phase detection autofocus. Selfie camera 5 MP. There is support for 4G and LTE. The battery capacity is 3020 mAh.

Advantages

  • Two slots for SIM cards.
  • LTE support.
  • Light weight and compact size.
  • 16 GB of storage and 2 GB of RAM.
  • Good cameras on the back and front panels.
  • Adequate and widescreen HD screen.

Flaws

  • Quiet speaker.

  • CPU: MediaTek MT6739, 1300 MHz
  • Display: 5.7 inches, IPS, 720 x 1280 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: There is
  • Operating system: Android 7.0

Price: from 6,503 rub.

Micromax C1A was equipped with a decent LCD display with an IPS matrix, a processor from the famous Chinese company MediaTek with a PowerVR GE8100 graphics chip. Main camera 8 megapixel with LED flash. RAM - 2 GB. Built-in - 16 GB. The battery capacity is 3000 mAh. With this resolution, this is more than enough for a day of work without recharging.

Advantages

  • Good processor from MediaTek.
  • Large amount of memory.
  • Adequate and large display.
  • LTE support.
  • Decent cameras (8 and 5 megapixels).
  • Two slots for SIM cards.
  • Capacious battery.

Flaws

Meizu M5s

  • CPU: MediaTek MT6753, 1300 MHz
  • Display: 5.2 inches, IPS, 720 x 1280 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: There is
  • Operating system: Android 6.0

Price: from 6,290 rub.

The ultra-budget smartphone from the famous Chinese manufacturer Meizu received the number M5S, a stylish plastic case, an adequate HD screen, a simple but powerful eight-core MediaTek MT6753 processor with a Mali-T720 graphics chip. It is supported in its work by 3 gigabytes of RAM and 16 gigabytes of built-in memory. They didn’t skimp on the fingerprint scanner, which is located in the proprietary mechanical mTouch button. The battery capacity is 3000 mAh.

Advantages

Flaws

  • Quiet speaker.
  • Outdated OS.

  • CPU: MediaTek MT6737, 1100 MHz
  • Display: 5 inches, IPS, 480 x 854 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: There is
  • Operating system: Android 6.0

Price: from 7,190 rub.

K7 (2017) X230 has a more than compact size and low screen resolution even for a 5-inch diagonal. But with such a screen, the 2500 mAh battery can be in standby mode for up to 320 hours. RAM - 1 GB. Built-in - 8 GB. If this is not enough, you can insert a microSD memory card up to 32 GB inclusive.

Advantages

  • Two slots for SIM cards.
  • LTE support.
  • Light weight and compact size.
  • An adequate processor from the well-known manufacturer MediaTek.
  • Normal cameras on the back and front panels.

Flaws

  • Total 8 GB of storage and 1 GB of RAM.
  • Display with low resolution and TFT matrix.
  • Quiet speaker.

LG K9

  • CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909, 1300 MHz
  • Display: 5 inches, IPS, 720 x 1280 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: There is
  • Operating system: Android 7.1

Price: from 6,950 rub.

LG K9 has a modern design and compact size with a 5-inch screen. With such a screen, the 2500 mAh battery can be in standby mode for up to 250 hours. The heart of the smartphone was a budget, but proven Qualcomm processor Snapdragon 210 with Adreno 304 graphics. RAM - 2 GB. Built-in - 16 GB. If this is not enough, you can insert a microSD memory card up to 32 GB inclusive.

Advantages

  • Two slots for SIM cards.
  • LTE support.
  • Light weight and compact size.
  • An adequate processor from the well-known manufacturer Qualcomm.
  • Normal amount of RAM and ROM

Flaws

  • Quiet speaker.
  • Mediocre cameras.

BQ Mobile BQ-5022 Bond

  • CPU:
  • Display: 5 inches, IPS, 720 x 1280 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: No
  • Operating system: Android 6.0

Price: from 5,500 rub.

The BQ Mobile BQ-5022 Bond smartphone is somewhat similar to Sony products. There are also sharp corners here, and the device also weighs quite a lot - 181 g. However, in all other respects it is a typical representative of the budget segment. Like many other budget phones, the device from BQ Mobile has the simplest processor by today's standards from MediaTek. FM radio is a must. There is no LTE module here, just as there are not enough stars from the sky and an 8-megapixel camera. The only difference from many competitors is the fingerprint scanner. But it doesn’t work the best, sometimes not recognizing a fingerprint the first time. Whether to forgive the device all its shortcomings for such a low cost is up to you to decide.

Advantages

  • Two slots for SIM cards.
  • Relatively good processor.
  • Low cost.

Flaws

  • No LTE support.
  • It weighs quite a lot.
  • The battery could have been installed with a larger capacity.

Meizu M8c

  • CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 MSM8917, 1400 MHz
  • Display: 5.45 inches, IPS, 720 x 1440 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: There is
  • Operating system: Android 7.0

Price: from 5,770 rub.

The Meizu M8c model is equipped with a 5.45-inch HD+ screen (1440 by 720 pixels). The heart of the new product was Snapdragon processor 425 with Adreno 308 graphics, 2 gigabytes of RAM and 16 gigabytes of flash memory. There is a slot for microSD memory cards. The main camera of the smartphone has a 13 megapixel image sensor with phase detection autofocus. The selfie camera has an 8 megapixel module with f/2.0 aperture. Meizu M8c works with LTE networks (including band 20). Battery capacity - 3070 mAh.

Advantages

  • Two slots for SIM cards.
  • The presence of a fingerprint sensor.
  • Adequate processor from Qualcomm.
  • Low cost.

Flaws

  • There are no light or proximity sensors.
  • Not very large viewing angles.

  • CPU: MediaTek Helio A22, 2000 MHz
  • Display: 5.45 inches, IPS, 720 x 1440 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: There is
  • Operating system: Android 8.0

Price: from 5,840 rub.

The Xiaomi Redmi 6A smartphone is considered one of the most popular budget devices of our time. It was equipped with a widescreen HD+ screen (1440 by 720 pixels) of 5.45 inches with an aspect ratio of 18:9. Inside: MediaTek Helio A22 processor with IMG PowerVR graphics, 2 gigabytes of RAM and 16 gigabytes of flash memory. There is a slot for microSD memory cards. The main camera of the device has a 13 megapixel image sensor with phase detection autofocus. Selfie camera 5 MP. There is support for 4G and LTE. The battery capacity is 3000 mAh.

Advantages

  • Two slots for SIM cards.
  • Modern widescreen screen.
  • Low cost.

Flaws

  • Low screen brightness.
  • Not very large viewing angles.

  • CPU: MediaTek MT6580M
  • Display: 5.5 inches, IPS, 480 x 960 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: No
  • Operating system: Android 8.0

Price: from 4,540 rub.

The Blackview A20 smartphone has a modern design with a dual main camera and 5 and 0.3 megapixel sensors. The front camera received a 2-megapixel module. With a mediocre display resolution, the model has a 3000 mAh battery. The stated battery life is 20 hours. Inside: a budget MediaTek MT6580M processor, which is supported by 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal memory. There is no 4G support.

Advantages

  • Two slots for SIM cards.
  • Modern widescreen screen.
  • Adequate processor from MediaTek.
  • Low cost.

Flaws

  • Low screen brightness.
  • Little RAM and ROM.
  • Not very large viewing angles.

Removed from selection

Lenovo P780

  • CPU: MediaTek MT6589, 4 cores, 1200 MHz
  • Display: 5 inches, IPS, 720 x 1280 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: No
  • Operating system: Android 4.2

Price: from 9,990 rub.

This smartphone has been loved by customers for a long time. People love the fact that the body here is partially made of metal. And they don’t care at all that the weight has increased to 176 grams because of this. Everything is fine here with the screen, which is made using IPS technology. The main camera resolution is 8 megapixels, which is typical for a budget device. The battery, which has a capacity of 4000 mAh, leaves only positive emotions. But the creators’ front camera turned out to be, to put it mildly, inadequate - its resolution does not exceed 0.3 megapixels.

Advantages

  • Relatively good chipset;
  • Good camera;
  • Metal was used to create the body;
  • Two SIM card slots;
  • Capacious battery.

Flaws

  • Total 4 GB of permanent memory;
  • Quite heavy weight;
  • Terrible front camera;
  • Overpriced for such characteristics;
  • Old version Android;
  • Communication is poor indoors.

Digma Vox S502 3G

  • CPU: MediaTek MT6580, 4 cores, 1300 MHz
  • Display: 5.5 inches, IPS, 720 x 1280 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: No
  • Operating system: Android 5.1

Price: from 5,890 rub.

This smartphone has a very good price-quality ratio. Yes, there is no way to access the Internet via LTE networks - this is somewhat disappointing. But there is a good display here, albeit one that doesn’t catch the stars from the sky. An FM radio is a nice bonus. The main camera, which has an 8-megapixel resolution, also performs well. And yet, after purchasing the Digma Vox S502 3G, I want something more. Should the best smartphones evoke such a feeling?

Advantages

  • Not the worst processor;
  • Decent battery life;
  • Relatively good rear camera;
  • Two SIM card slots;
  • Weighs only 138 g;
  • The display was created using IPS technology.

Flaws

  • It is better not to use the front camera;
  • No proximity sensor;
  • No LTE module;
  • Very little memory.

Oukitel C3

  • CPU: MediaTek MT6580, 4 cores, 1300 MHz
  • Display: 5 inches, IPS, 720 x 1280 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: No
  • Operating system: Android 6.0

Price: from 5,490 rub.

Every budget smartphone has a certain list of shortcomings. The only difference is the length of this list. The Oukitel C3 has a short list of shortcomings. In fact, you can only complain about the inability to connect to 4G networks and the not very capacious battery. Otherwise, the device deserves the money paid for its purchase. This is one of the cheapest smartphones with an IPS display. The device also boasts a fresh version of the operating system. Of course, the creators did not forget about FM radio - a rare inexpensive smartphone can do without it.

Advantages

  • Very good LCD display;
  • Relatively light weight (155 g);
  • Stable functioning Android 6.0;
  • Quite powerful processor;
  • Very low price.

Flaws

  • No light sensor;
  • No LTE support;
  • Not very long battery life.

ASUS ZenFone Go ZB500KL

  • CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 410, 4 cores, 1400 MHz
  • Display: 5 inches, IPS, 720 x 1280 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: There is
  • Operating system: Android 6.0

Price: from 8,990 rub.

Large companies do not particularly like to produce budget devices. Most often, they end up with terrible products that offer absolutely no joy. But there are exceptions in the form of ASUS ZenFone Go. This device has GLONASS and LTE modules - this alone sets it apart from its numerous competitors. It also uses a powerful chipset from Qualcomm, which allows you to enjoy almost all modern games. Everything is fine here with the version of the operating system - it is impossible to call it outdated. In a word, this model- the main contender to lead the top budget smartphones!

Advantages

  • All necessary sensors are present;
  • Great processor;
  • Stable operating system;
  • 13-megapixel camera with f/2 aperture;
  • LTE support available;
  • Works with GLONASS satellites;
  • Light weight (150 g);
  • Two slots for SIM cards.

Flaws

  • Some copies have a low-quality microphone;
  • The price is no longer the lowest.

Huawei Honor 5A

  • CPU: MediaTek MT6735P, 4 cores, 1000 MHz
  • Display: 5 inches, IPS, 720 x 1280 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: There is
  • Operating system: Android 5.1

Price: from 8,990 rub.

The Chinese company Huawei makes the most money from manufacturing cell towers and various wireless equipment. Therefore, you shouldn’t be surprised that even its cheap Honor 5A received support LTE-A standard. This fact allows you to download data from the network at very high speeds. The buyer should also be pleased with the 13-megapixel camera, the aperture of which is opened to f/2.0. It’s not for nothing that this model ended up in our rating of smartphones with the best camera! Despite its budget status, the body of the device is partially made of metal. However, this did not affect the weight in any way.

Advantages

  • Two SIM card slots;
  • Light weight (140 g);
  • A good processor, although not the most powerful;
  • 16 GB of permanent and 2 GB of RAM;
  • Very good cameras on the back and front panels;
  • Quite a good screen.

Flaws

  • Not very capacious battery;
  • Quiet speaker.

LG K3 LTE K100DS

  • CPU:
  • Display: 4.5 inches, TFT, 480 x 854 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: There is
  • Operating system: Android 6.0

Price: from 5,990 rub.

LG is one of the few large companies that has not abandoned the production of very cheap smartphones. Her LG K3 LTE K100DS can be bought for little money, and the device turned out to be nice. But the buyer will definitely have complaints about it. Firstly, the South Koreans installed a TFT matrix here, which suffers from minimal viewing angles. Secondly, the manufacturer did not work on the camera - you don’t want to shoot with a 5-megapixel module. Otherwise, the device does not cause any particular complaints. A standard chipset is installed here, which is more than enough for stable operation of Android 6.0. And the minimal size and weight bring joyful sensations, especially when you see other people’s monsters with a 6-inch screen.

Advantages

  • Compact dimensions;
  • Minimum weight (127 g);
  • Category 4 LTE-A support;
  • Very low cost;
  • Latest version of the operating system.

Flaws

  • The screen is created using TFT technology;
  • Low display resolution;
  • The front camera has a resolution of 0.3 megapixels;
  • There are not many necessary sensors;
  • Low-capacity battery.

HOMTOM HT17 Pro

  • CPU: MediaTek MT6737, 4 cores, 1100 MHz
  • Display: 5.5 inches, IPS, 720 x 1280 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: There is
  • Operating system: Android 6.0

Price: from 5,422 rub.

Nowadays, every new company entering the smartphone market faces enormous challenges. In order for your product to be noticed by anyone, you need to greatly reduce its cost. That's why the HOMTOM HT17 Pro, which is relatively good in every sense, is so cheap. He has at his disposal good display, created using IPS technology. However, they went a little overboard with its diagonal, which is why the pixel density turned out to be very low. But nothing similar can be said about RAM, because 2 GB is the ideal volume for such a device. Buyers also like the presence of LTE-A support. The device also has a good camera, which has a 13-megapixel resolution (although it actually uses an 8-megapixel module, you should remember this). If it weren't for the Chinese ancestry suggested by some untranslated menu items, this smartphone could be recommended to everyone.

Advantages

  • Latest version of the operating system;
  • Relatively light weight (150 g);
  • Possibility of installing two SIM cards;
  • The display was created using IPS technology;
  • Not bad cameras;
  • Category 4 LTE-A support;
  • 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of permanent memory;
  • Capacious battery;
  • There is a fingerprint sensor;
  • Very low cost.

Flaws

  • Quiet speaker;
  • There are menu items that are not translated into Russian;
  • The screen resolution is not high enough for such a diagonal.

Lenovo A Plus

  • CPU: MediaTek MT6580, 4 cores, 1300 MHz
  • Display: 4.5 inches, 480 x 854 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: No
  • Operating system: Android 5.1

Price: from 4,490 rub.

If you are looking for the lowest prices, then you should pay attention to the Lenovo A Plus. This is one of the cheapest smartphones. The creators managed to achieve such a low cost through some simplifications. For example, the display installed here is not capable of boasting high resolution. The buyer will have to forget about fourth generation networks. I am glad that the Chinese did not significantly reduce the amount of RAM, which is 1 GB here. But they eliminated the light and proximity sensors, which greatly facilitate the use of such a device. In short, if it weren’t for the aggressively low price tag, the smartphone definitely would not have made it into our rating.

Advantages

  • Very low cost;
  • Possibility of using two SIM cards;
  • Light weight (146 g);
  • Compact dimensions;
  • Bluetooth 4.0 available;
  • The creators did not reduce the amount of memory to a minimum;
  • Decent processor.

Flaws

  • Many important sensors are missing;
  • Not very fresh Android version;
  • Low quality screen;
  • No LTE support;
  • Bad cameras.

Micromax Q465

  • CPU: Spreadtrum SC9832, 4 cores, 1300 MHz
  • Display: 5 inches, IPS, 720 x 1280 pixels
  • 4G (LTE) support: There is
  • Operating system: Android 5.1

Price: from 9,990 rub.

The device from the Indian company pleases with its high build quality. The smartphone doesn't even think about creaking when you squeeze it. It also has a decent LCD display using IPS technology. The 8-megapixel camera installed here is complemented by an LED flash. A powerful processor allows you to run different games, and 2 GB of RAM also contributes to this. Nothing bad can be said about the battery, which has a capacity of 3900 mAh. Surprisingly, there is even a fingerprint sensor that will prevent another person from unlocking the smartphone.

Advantages

  • Good processor;
  • Large memory capacity;
  • Availability of a fingerprint scanner;
  • Very good display;
  • LTE standard supported;
  • Decent cameras (8 and 5 megapixels);
  • Two SIM card slots;
  • Weight does not exceed 145 g;
  • Capacious battery.

Flaws

  • Not a very recent version of the operating system;
  • Some copies work on a single charge for a very short time.