Rating of phablets 2021 - the best smartphones with a large screen

The best budget 6-inch smartphones worth up to 15,000 rubles

Budget smartphones are an excellent option for those who do not want to be tied to a device for many years or simply do not make the most of all the power of modern equipment. Often, the characteristics of top models are overestimated. Manufacturers are installing processors with more and more cores, introducing huge RAM modules and expanding internal storage. However, statistics show that most buyers never use all the bells and whistles. And if you are not ready to spend a month’s salary on a phone, then there is something to pay attention to in the budget segment.

#9 – Redmi Note 9 Pro

Price: 19,000 rubles

Many criticized the Redmi Note 9 Pro, saying that it is not much better than its predecessor in direct comparison, but this did not stop the model from taking eighth place in our top. Under the hood of the device is a Snapdragon 720G. The processor can handle modern toys and makes the smartphone an excellent option for those who like to shoot enemies in PUBG and COD.

It's nice to do this on a 6.7-inch screen. Although it is made using IPS technology, the colors on it are rich and, most importantly, contrasting, so it’s easy to spot enemies from afar. Other features include a capacious 5020 mAh battery, a body made of reliable Gorilla Glass 5, which is great considering how much the device costs, and a separate slot for a flash drive. The disadvantages include the fact that of the four photomodules, only two are usable, and the macro sensor and depth sensor are here purely for numbers. Despite this, Redmi Note 9 Pro is an excellent option in terms of price and quality.

Redmi Note 9 Pro

Alcatel A3 XL 9008D

New product in the budget segment from Alcatel.

The smartphone is equipped with a 6-inch display with HD resolution. A little, of course, but, again, let's not forget that the newcomer is in the segment of low-cost smartphones. But it is lightweight - it weighs only 159 g and supports two SIM cards.

Processor - Mediatek MT8735, memory - 2 GB and 16 GB (RAM and built-in, respectively). Battery capacity - 3000 mAh. Of course, the Alcatel A3 XL 9008D supports 4G, and there is a fingerprint scanner on the back cover.

Android version - 7.0.

• Screen diagonal: 6 inches

• Screen resolution: 1280×720

• Weight: 159 g

• Number of SIM cards: 2

• Processor: Mediatek MT8735

• Memory capacity: 16 GB

• RAM capacity: 2 GB

• Battery capacity: 3000 mAh

• Camera: 8 MP

• Memory card support: yes

• Support for 4G networks: yes

The best 6-inch smartphones with a good battery

Models with better autonomy that do not have to be recharged every day even with intensive use. Smartphones with a battery of at least 4000 mAh were selected for review.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5

An average-priced phone with the features of an expensive flagship.
It runs large, resource-intensive games freely due to the fast processor and 4GB of RAM. The built-in storage capacity is 64 GB, which is expandable with a memory card, but in this case the user will have to choose between micro SD and a SIM card. The battery here is 4000 mAh. Note 5 has a widescreen Full HD screen with a diagonal of 5.99''. The 12/5 megapixel main camera has good aperture and can even cope with shooting at night.

The 13 megapixel front camera supports electronic stabilization and background blur function. The device comes with a silicone case.

The smartphone retains a 3.5 mm headphone output, and charging is carried out via the microUSB port. Despite this, fast charging is supported. The infrared port allows you to use your phone as a remote control for your TV.

Pros:

• reinforced corners of the aluminum body;
• large screen;
• good assembly;
• powerful LED flash;
• justified cost.

Cons: lack of support for contactless payments.

DOOGEE S58 Pro

A protected smartphone in a rubberized metal case is not afraid of shocks, falls from a height and even immersion in water.
The main camera unit consists of three lenses and an LED flash. The 5.7'' IPS screen is good for viewing content and playing games. There is a large amount of memory on board - 6/128 GB, so the device can withstand heavy loads and multitasking.

The battery is 5180 mAh, which is enough for at least 2 days. The smartphone supports contactless payments, which is rare for secure smartphones. Due to the fact that the phone body is quite grippy, it is convenient to play mobile games with it. The triple main camera of 16, 8, 5 megapixels takes pretty high-quality photos and shoots videos in Full HD.

Pros:

• immersion in water to a depth of 2 meters;
• fingerprint scanner;
• stylish design;
• OS Android 10;
• good 16 megapixel front camera.

Cons: weight 285 grams.

Ulefone Armor X5

A rugged, massive smartphone with a rubberized body and a 5.5-inch display with HD resolution.
Unlocking occurs thanks to facial recognition, but there is no fingerprint scanner here. The X5 has 32 GB of internal memory and 3 GB of RAM. Memory cards up to 32 GB are supported. On the back of the case there are 2 cameras of 13 and 2 megapixels. Front camera 5 MP. The video is shot on both cameras in Full HD format at 30 frames per second. The smartphone’s battery is large – 5000 mAh, which is enough for 9 hours of continuous video viewing.

Pros:

• possibility of underwater shooting;
• glove control mode;
• modern design;
• support for “heavy” games;
• split screen.

Cons: Not the brightest display.

How to choose a smartphone up to 6 inches?

Since everything is clear with the screen size, you need to take into account other features of the gadget when purchasing:

• Image quality, color accuracy and smooth frame change depend on the type of matrix, resolution and screen refresh rate.
• Storage volume - RAM largely determines the speed of launch and operation of applications, and built-in memory determines the number of applications that can be installed, and multimedia (photos, videos, music, files).
• Battery capacity - the larger this indicator, the longer the smartphone can work without recharging.
• Camera quality - the number and resolution of cameras, the presence of flash, autofocus and other additional functions.
• Possibility of connecting additional devices - availability of slots for a SIM card (1 or 2), for a memory card (separate, combined with a SIM card or no slot), a headphone jack.
• Operating system type (iOS, Android, etc.).
• Appearance - design, size, material of the device, ease of holding it in the hand, susceptibility to scratches, mechanical damage and fingerprints.

TOP 3 best budget smartphones up to 6 inches

Finally, options for users with a limited budget are inexpensive smartphones with all the necessary functions and capabilities of TOP devices.

ZTE Blade A3 (2020) 1/32GB

A simple, easy-to-use budget model with on-screen buttons and support for 2 SIM cards. Display

based on IPS matrix.
There are main and front cameras without any frills: resolution indicators are 8 and 5 megapixels, respectively.
The device has a memory card slot, auto-rotate screen function and voice control support.

Specifications:

• resolution: 1440×720;
• communication standards: GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G, 4G LTE, VoLTE;
• OS: Android 9.0;
• storage capacity: 32 GB;
• RAM: 1 GB.

pros

• low price;
• tray for 2 SIM cards;
• memory card slot;
• lightness and compactness.

Minuses

• little RAM;
• The body is susceptible to scratches.

MAXVI MS531 Vega

A very simple and inexpensive gadget designed for making calls and accessing the Internet. The smartphone is lightweight, has touch control buttons, support for 2 SIM cards and a slot for a memory card.

Despite the modest resolution, the picture is quite clear thanks to the IPS matrix. There are 2 cameras - main and front, there is also a video recording function, FM radio, USB host and a fingerprint scanner.

Specifications:

• resolution: 960×480;
• communication standards: GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G, 4G LTE, VoLTE;
• OS: Android 8.1;
• storage capacity: 8 GB;
• RAM: 1 GB.

pros

• removable battery;
• protective film included;
• USB host support;
• holds a charge well;
• light, effective.

Minuses

• camera quality.

HONOR 8S

A dual-SIM card smartphone from the well-established Chinese manufacturer Honor. The strengths of the model are a 3.5 mm headphone jack, a 13 MP main camera with autofocus, a separate slot for a memory card and a battery capacity of 3020 mAh.

2 GB of RAM is enough for picky users who use their smartphone for everyday tasks. In addition, it fits comfortably in the hand, is light, small, works quickly and is very productive for its price.

Specifications:

• resolution: 1520×720;
• communication standards: GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A Cat. 4;
• OS: Android 9.0;
• storage capacity: 32 GB;
• RAM: 2 GB.

pros

• shooting quality;
• charges quickly;
• high signal quality;
• volume.

Minuses

• no NFC;
• inconvenient location of the headphone jack.

Rating of smartphones up to 6 inches with a good camera

The TOP 3 selected flagship models that are capable of taking almost artistic photographs and shooting high-quality videos.

Apple iPhone 11 Pro

A smartphone with a high-performance processor that does not overheat and has no cooling problems.
The smartphone has 4 GB of RAM, but for iOS this is quite enough. The minimum version of the device has only 64 GB of internal memory; the use of memory cards is not supported. The OLED screen produces a standard image quality.

The main camera block consists of three modules: 26 mm wide, zoom and ultra wide. Immediately after taking a photo, it can be processed and cropped. Even with post-processing, the photos turn out very realistic and beautiful. The 12 MP front camera also does a good job.

Pros:

• fast and smooth system;
• good battery life - 3190 mAh;
• premium design;
• perfect night photography.

Cons: high price.

Apple iPhone Xs

This smartphone has a 5.8-inch OLED screen with 3D Touch technology.
The brightness of the display allows you to use the phone even in bright sunshine. The battery here is 2658 mAh, the smartphone does not turn off in the cold and holds a charge. The powerful processor handles any games, they run smoothly, without lags or slowdowns. The camera consists of a telephoto module and a wide-angle lens, shoots portraits with a bokeh effect, and also allows you to use a 2x optical zoom. Both main cameras have a resolution of 12 megapixels.

Pros:

• support for fast and wireless charging;
• headphones included;
• high quality stereo sound;
• moisture protection of the case.

Minuses:

• poor autonomy.
• no Always On Display.

Samsung Galaxy S9

This smartphone has two stereo speakers and a QUAD HD+ display with invisible bezels on the sides.
In addition to the fingerprint, unlocking occurs using face and iris recognition, but it does not work very quickly. The new high-performance processor is energy efficient and handles heavy games. The battery here is 3000 mAh, fast charging is supported and charges the battery by 25% in 15 minutes. The S9 has a single rear camera, but with a variable aperture. Depending on the lighting, you can choose f/1.5 or f/2.4. The photos come out natural and moderately contrasty.

The 8MP front camera has a decent portrait mode. The Galaxy S9 shoots video perfectly, stabilization works, autofocus too. Slow motion is recorded in HD format only.

Pros:

• protection from moisture;
• 2x optical zoom;
• slow motion 960 fps;
• high-quality stereo sound.

Cons: inconvenient location of the fingerprint scanner.

Alcatel 5V

One of the lightest smartphones with a large screen on the market, while having a fingerprint scanner, two main cameras and a popular cutout at the top. The resolution is not the highest, only HD+, but even with such dimensions it is enough to clearly draw all the elements present at that moment. The main disadvantage is the price. For 12 - 13 thousand rubles, which are currently displayed under this device, you can buy something better, more powerful and more beautiful. But for an undemanding user who needs the stability and lightness of a reliable smartphone, this is an almost ideal option.

Main characteristics:

• Processor: Mediatek Helio P22, 8 cores up to 2 GHz;
• RAM: 3 GB;
• Permanent memory: 32 GB, expandable with a MicroSD card up to 128 GB.
• Screen: 6.2 inches IPS, resolution 1500x720;
• Battery: 4000 mAh;
• Camera: main – 12 + 2 MP, front – 8 MP.
• OS version: Android 8.1.

Pros:

1. Large display.
2. Decent operating time.
3. Easy.

Minuses:

1. Power.
2. Slightly overpriced.
3. Notch at the top of the screen.

TOP 3 best 6-inch smartphones with NFC

NFC is one of the newest features of smartphones. It is intended, for example, for making contactless payments.

Samsung Galaxy S10e 6/128GB

Device with support for 2 SIM cards and a slot for a memory card, waterproof casing, glass, stable

scratch-resistant, and NFC support.
The advantage of the model is a modern AMOLED display with 2K resolution and a palette of 16.78 million colors.
Using this smartphone, you can create almost professional footage and videos with frame rates up to 60 fps. There is a classic 3.5 mm jack for headphones, and wireless and fast charging functions for comfortable work.

Specifications:

• resolution: 2280×1080;
• communication standards: GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A;
• OS: Android 9.0;
• storage capacity: 128 GB;
• RAM: 6 GB.

pros

• can be used as a USB flash drive;
• large supply of RAM;
• powerful processor;
• rich screen;
• moisture protection of the case.

Minuses

• discharges quickly;
• gets hot when used for a long time.

Apple iPhone Xs 64GB

Light, thin, stylish iPhone with its pros and cons. There are no complaints about the screen: the images are clear

, colorful, color rendering is adequate.
The camera specs are exactly the same, and the selfie camera supports portrait mode.
The disadvantages for users will be the small battery capacity, only 2650 mAh, so for constant use it is better to carry a portable charger with you. Otherwise, there are no complaints about the smartphone: beautiful, fast, convenient and powerful.

Specifications:

• resolution: 2160×1080;
• communication standards: GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A, VoLTE;
• OS: iOS 12;
• storage capacity: 64 GB;
• RAM: 4 GB.

pros

• productive;
• updated design;
• high quality images;
• reliable case and screen;
• wireless and fast charging function.

Minuses

• discharges quickly.

Google Pixel 3a XL 64GB

An inexpensive smartphone with modest characteristics, which is quite enough, for example, for teenagers or

older people.
The first unique feature of the device is that it works on 1 SIM card, which is very rare in 2021.
This is compensated by a gorgeous OLED display with 2K resolution and a palette of 16.78 million colors, a main 12 MP camera with optical stabilization, fast charging function, NFC support and the favorite 3.5 mm jack.

Specifications:

• resolution: 2160×1080;
• communication standards: GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A;
• OS: Android 9.0;
• storage capacity: 64 GB;
• RAM: 4 GB.

pros

• excellent camera;
• good picture quality, color rendition;
• holds a charge for a long time;
• good sound;
• affordable price.

Minuses

• difficult to buy in Russia;
• no moisture protection.