26 best compact smartphones in 2023

To achieve impressive visual effects, comfortable gameplay and video viewing, the size of smartphone displays is becoming larger every year. The once market-dominant phones with small display sizes are slowly but steadily being replaced by larger models. For example, it is difficult to find a smartphone with a diagonal of less than 6 inches.

Despite the fact that compact smartphones have become truly exotic in 2023, they can still be found on the market. In this article, we will look at the best compact smartphones in 2023 with diagonals up to 5 inches and from 5 to 6 inches.

Most often, compact smartphones are purchased for children and pensioners, since such gadgets have rather weak characteristics and are best suited for calls, instant messengers and surfing the Internet.

Editor’s Choice

Apple iPhone SE 2020

The most comfortable iPhone that’s easy to use with one hand. A high level of security even at the level of hardware and operating system, performance and operating time are not satisfactory. Almost instantaneous pictures with high detail and realistic color reproduction are produced by the camera module with an ƒ/ 1.8 aperture.

Main characteristics

Screen	4.7 inches, IPS, resolution 1334×750, pixel density 326 PPI
operating system	iOS 14
CPU	6-core Apple A13 Bionic, maximum frequency – 2.66 GHz
RAM	3 GB
Solid State Drive	64 GB
Camera	12 MP main, 7 MP selfie
Housing protection	IP 67, immersion in water up to 1 meter, up to 30 minutes
Battery	1812 mAh
Dimensions (WxHxD)	67.3×138.4×7.3 mm
Weight	148 g

 

HUAWEI Y5p

The gadget has an ergonomic shape, thanks to which it fits well in the hand. The dimensions of the smartphone are 146.5 by 70.94 by 8.35 millimeters, and the weight is only 144 grams. The body is made of plastic. The model is presented in three rich colors: black, green and blue.

The phone is equipped with a 3020 mAh battery, which allows you to charge the phone once every few days. The embossed back cover provides an anti-slip effect. 

It is an 8-core device powered by PowerVR GE8320 GPU. The processor clock frequency is 2000 megahertz, which ensures fast operation of the device with minimal battery consumption.

HUAWEI Y5p has two slots for SIM cards in nano-SIM format, which allows you to use either both slots for subscriber identification modules, or combine an existing card for communication with a memory card.

Built-in memory – 32 gigabytes. The screen with a resolution of 1440 by 720 pixels provides excellent color reproduction, and there is a face recognition function for the owner. 

Android 10 OS will not only allow you to install almost all modern applications on your gadget, but it is also equipped with a wide variety of functions: from the ability to quickly respond and navigate using gestures to an improved security system and parental controls.

Main characteristics

Screen	5.45″ (1440×720) IPS
Built-in memory	32 GB
RAM	2 GB
Camera	8 MP
Battery	3020 mAh
CPU	Mediatek Helio P22 (MT6762R)
SIM cards	2 nano SIM
operating system	Android 10
Wireless interfaces	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Communication standard	4G LTE, 3G
Weight	144 g

 

Rating of the top 6 best compact smartphones with screens up to 5 inches

The most compact smartphones in 2023 will have a screen with a diagonal of up to 5 inches. Such phones are less powerful compared to the now common smartphones with a diagonal of 6 inches or more, but at the same time they have all the necessary functionality for calls, instant messengers and surfing the Internet.

ZTE Blade A31 Lite

Compact representative of the ZTE family. The bright 5-inch display will allow you to enjoy watching videos, mobile games and surfing the Internet. The smartphone is equipped with an IPS matrix with a resolution of 1560×720 pixels. The user interface based on Android 11 (Go edition) is a simplified and more concise version of the traditional framework, which offers the buyer high performance and intuitive controls. 

With a not particularly active load (several calls and communication in instant messengers), a 2000 mAh battery is enough for a day of using the phone. The manufacturer provides intelligent energy saving, monitoring and pausing of applications with high power consumption. This function prevents the processor from overloading, which means it increases the service life of the smartphone. 

iPhone 7

Even older iPhone models do not lose their popularity for a long time and do not disappear from sale. The device is equipped with a 12 megapixel main camera, which allows you to take very high-quality pictures. The maximum allowable resolution for video recording is 3840 by 2160. For smartphones with a diagonal of up to 5 inches, this is an impressive result. The iPhone 7 has a 4-core microprocessor. 

iPhone models have a large amount of built-in memory. It is possible to choose the amount of built-in memory from 32 to 256 gigabytes. Apple’s own operating system, iOS 10, which supports updates to iOS 15, allows you to optimize the speed of your smartphone.

The device is equipped with a fingerprint scanner and technology for contactless payment by card via a mobile device. There is 1 SIM card slot.

Main characteristics

Screen	4.7″ (1334×750) IPS
Built-in memory	32 GB, 256 GB, 128 GB
RAM	2 GB
Camera	12 MP
Battery	1950 mAh
CPU	Apple A10 Fusion
SIM cards	1 nano SIM
operating system	iOS 10
Wireless interfaces	NFC, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Communication standard	4G LTE, 3G
Weight	138 g

 

BQ 5045L Wallet

The BQ 5045L has two slots for SIM cards in mini-SIM and micro-SIM formats, which allows you to use two SIM cards or combine a SIM card and a memory card. The internal memory capacity is 16 gigabytes. 

The battery stores up to 2000 mAh per charge from the network. The screen resolution of 960 by 480 allows you to play games and watch videos at minimum and medium settings.

The smartphone is equipped with a built-in Android 10 Go Edition operating system. RAM takes up 1 gigabyte, which is quite low for a smartphone. Therefore, this device is intended for making calls and using basic mobile applications. The built-in NFC module allows you to pay for purchases using your smartphone.

The phone is equipped with main and front cameras (5 MP and 2 MP, respectively). For a modern smartphone this is a rather weak indicator.

The model is presented in laconic black and blue colors. The back panel of the BQ 5045L Wallet has a ribbed design that prevents the phone from slipping in your hands and on smooth surfaces.

Main characteristics

Screen	4.95″ (960×480)
Built-in memory	16 GB
RAM	1 GB
Camera	5 MP
Battery	2000 mAh
SIM cards	2
operating system	Android 10
Wireless interfaces	NFC, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Communication standard	4G LTE, 3G
Weight	146 g

 

HTC Titan

The HTC smartphone looks impressive thanks to its wide 4.7-inch screen and metal body. Operating system – MS Windows Phone 7.5. In addition, a Qualcomm MSM8255 processor with a frequency of 1.5 GHz, 16 GB of memory (very little, given the current volume of applications and the lack of expandability), an 8 MP camera, and a 1600 mAh battery are installed. The charge lasts for about a day and a half, depending on the intensity of use. The slot provides only 1 SIM card. 

There is Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS. There is FM radio, 3G support and a 1.3 MP front camera. The manufacturer uses “intelligent” control – the device optimizes the ringer volume, includes image stabilization, and camera mode settings. The model looks massive and feels heavy in the hand (weight 160 g).

Main characteristics

OS version at the start of sales	MS Windows Phone 7.5
Type of shell	classical
Housing material	aluminum
Number of SIM cards	1
Display	4.7″ (800×480), SD, Super LCD
Screen Features	touch screen, color screen
Pixels per inch (PPI)	199
Camera functions	autofocus, main camera, rear flash, front camera
Weight	160 g

 

CUBOT KingKong Mini 2

KingKong Mini 2 has a classic body type and an unusual design. The device is available only in black, although the frame color can be orange or red. The smartphone body is made of metal and impact-resistant plastic, which protects it from dust, dirt and water getting under the gadget panel. This is a good option if you need a compact, rugged smartphone.

The battery capacity is 3000 mAh. The MediaTek Helio A22 quad-core processor ensures low power consumption even with regular use of the phone. KingKong Mini 2 has 32 gigabytes of internal memory, the operating system is Android 10. This means that most modern applications can be installed on it. 

The phone is equipped with an 8.0 megapixel front camera with fixed focus and a 4 pixel lens. The rear camera has a resolution of 13 megapixels with an ƒ/2.2 aperture and a built-in flash that can be used as a flashlight.

The smartphone is equipped with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, and also supports 2G, 3G and 4G data transmission technologies. There are two slots for nano-SIM cards. 

Main characteristics

Screen	4″ IPS
Built-in memory	32 GB
RAM	3 GB
Camera	13 MP
Battery	3000 mAh
CPU	MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761)
SIM cards	2 nano SIM
operating system	Android 10
Wireless interfaces	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Communication standard	4G LTE, 3G, 2G
Degree of protection	IP68
Weight	122.7 g

 

Samsung Wave II GT-S8530

A lightweight gadget (135 g) with one SIM card can pleasantly surprise you: the 5-megapixel Wave II sensor takes photos with a resolution of 2560×1920 pixels and shoots HD video (1280×720, 30 fps). The model is equipped with a Samsung Hummingbird processor (1 GHz) and a video accelerator (PowerVR SGX540), located on a single chip (ARM Cortex A8). 

The manufacturer promises almost 25 days of standby time and 14 hours of talk time. According to customer reviews, when watching a video, the battery runs out in 3 hours. Bada OS version 1.2 is based on the Linux kernel, but is not compatible with Android applications. You will have to sacrifice many programs – for such a system they simply may not exist. 

Main characteristics

OS version at the start of sales	Bada 1.2
Type of shell	classical
Housing material	metal and plastic
Number of SIM cards	1 (regular)
Display	3.7″ (800×480), SD
Screen Features	touch screen, color screen
Pixels per inch (PPI)	252
Camera functions	autofocus, main camera, rear flash, front camera
Weight	135 g

 

Rating of the top 8 best compact smartphones with screens from 5 to 6 inches

Models with a 5- to 6-inch display feature more detailed images and longer battery life. Such devices can be classified as full-fledged smartphones.

Doogee S35T

An interesting and non-standard version of a compact smartphone. The design of the back panel is really good thanks to the original 13 MP triple camera, unusual shape and texture. The Unisonic T310 CPU, coupled with 3GB of RAM and PowerVR GT 7200 graphics, ensures a responsive interface. This is enough to quickly and easily launch instant messengers, but not at all enough for games and powerful applications. 

The 64GB internal memory can be further expanded via a MicroSD slot up to 256GB. The developers equipped the gadget with a 5000 mAh battery – it provides a whole day of active use of the device. Most of the usual features, such as stereo sound and NFC contactless payment, are missing. 

Nokia C01 Plus

A laconic display with a screen resolution of 1440×720 makes it possible to play games at minimum settings and watch TV shows in minimum and medium quality. 

The smartphone has a lightweight Android 11 operating system (Go version), which allows for efficient running of up to four applications in the background. With more applications running simultaneously, users report that the battery becomes very hot.

Nokia C01 Plus is equipped with an 8x Cortex-A55 1.6 GHz processor, which is designed for use in mid-range smartphones supporting fourth generation LTE mobile communications.

The built-in memory is 16 gigabytes, RAM is 1 gigabyte. The battery capacity of 3000 mAh allows you to actively use the phone for several days without additional power from the network.

Main characteristics

Screen	5.45″ (1440×720) IPS
Built-in memory	16 GB
RAM	1 GB
Camera	5 MP
Battery	3000 mAh
CPU	Unisoc SC9863A
SIM cards	2 nano SIM
operating system	Android 11 (Go edition)
Wireless interfaces	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Communication standard	4G LTE, 3G
Weight	157 g

 

ZTE Blade A31

The ZTE Blade A31 has a screen diagonal of 5.45 inches and a resolution of 1440 by 720 pixels. The 8-core Unisoc SC9863A processor runs at 1600 gigahertz, and the internal memory is 32 gigabytes and RAM is 2 gigabytes. The device supports 3G and 4G.

The rear camera has a resolution of 8 megapixels F/2, and the front camera has only 2 megapixels, which allows you to take pictures that will not have high image quality; this is enough for video communication.

The smartphone is equipped with NFC technology – short-range contactless data transmission, which allows you to pay in stores with virtual cards via your phone. The undoubted advantage of this model is its low cost.

Main characteristics

Screen	5.45″ (1440×720) IPS
Built-in memory	32 GB
RAM	2 GB
Camera	8 MP
Battery	3000 mAh
CPU	Unisoc SC9863A
SIM cards	2 nano SIM
operating system	Android 11 (Go edition)
Wireless interfaces	NFC, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Communication standard	4G LTE, 3G
Weight	166 g

 

OUKITEL WP5 Pro

This phone has the potential to remain relevant for more than one year. High performance, updatable operating system and high level of protection against mechanical and thermal damage.

A nuance that you need to know before purchasing this phone is its large dimensions, significantly exceeding 5.5 inches. The protected case and capacious battery significantly increase the dimensions and weight.

Main characteristics

Screen	5.5 inches, IPS, resolution 1440×720, pixel density 293 PPI
operating system	Android 10
CPU	8-core MediaTek Helio A25, maximum frequency – 1.8 GHz
RAM	4 GB
Solid State Drive	64 GB (there is a slot for a memory card up to 256 GB)
Camera	13 MP main, 2 MP additional 2 MP selfie
Housing protection	IP 68, IP69K, MIL-STD-810G, will remain operational when: immersed in fresh water up to 1.5 m, temperature from -55°C to +60°C, dropped from a height of 5 m
Battery	8000 mAh
Dimensions (WxHxD)	74.2×153.8×18.3 mm
Weight	293 g

 

INOI 5 2021

A balanced budget smartphone with support for two SIM cards working simultaneously. The convenient location of the control buttons is only on one side; such a phone can be placed horizontally on the support and, if necessary, adjust the sound volume without the risk of accidentally pressing other control buttons.

Speed ​​and performance are comparable to phones that are much more expensive and also run an optimized version of Android.

Main characteristics

Screen	5.5 inches, IPS, resolution 960×480, pixel density 195 PPI
operating system	Android 10 Go Edition
CPU	8-core Unisoc SC9832E, maximum frequency – 1.4 GHz
RAM	2 GB
Solid State Drive	16 GB (there is a slot for a memory card up to 128 GB)
Camera	5 MP main, 0.30 MP secondary, 2 MP selfie
Battery	3300 mAh
Dimensions (WxHxD)	71.3×147.3×9.4 mm
Weight	173 g

 

BQ 5060L Basic

An oversized phone with a screen size of 5 inches. The built-in memory is only 8 gigabytes, there are two slots for nano SIM cards. One of the slots is combined with a memory card. 

The device operates on one of the latest operating systems – Android 11 Go. It is equipped with a 4-core processor – SC9832E. The built-in memory capacity is 8 gigabytes, but using a memory card allows you to increase the amount of storage space up to 128 gigabytes. The amount of RAM is 1 gigabyte, which is quite small for 2023.

The model is equipped with a camera with a resolution of 5 megapixels, which makes it possible to freely scan QR codes or take pictures, but it is far from the best quality.

The battery capacity is 2000 milliamp-hours. The smartphone is equipped with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. In addition, the device supports 2G, 3G and 4G data transmission technologies.

Main characteristics

Screen	5″ (854×480)
Built-in memory	8 GB
RAM	1 GB
Camera	5 MP
Battery	2000 mAh
CPU	Unisoc SC9863A
SIM cards	2 nano SIM
operating system	Android 11 (Go edition)
Wireless interfaces	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Communication standard	4G LTE, 3G, 2G
Weight	152 g

 

Itel A25

A compact device with a screen diagonal of 5 inches and a screen resolution of 1280 by 720. Built-in memory is 16 gigabytes, it can be expanded by using one of the two slots for a nano-SIM card for a memory card slot up to 128 gigabytes. RAM – 1 gigabyte.

The battery capacity is 3020 milliamp-hours, which, if you use the gadget at minimum settings and only for conversations, you can extend the charge reserve for several days.

The device is equipped with a 4-core Unisoc SC9832E processor with a clock speed of up to 1.4 gigahertz. The device supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless communications, and also supports 3G and 4G cellular standards.

Main characteristics

Screen	5″ (1280×720) 60 Hz
Built-in memory	16 GB
RAM	1 GB
Camera	5 MP
Battery	3020 mAh
CPU	Unisoc SC9832E
SIM cards	2 nano SIM
operating system	Android 9.0
Wireless interfaces	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Communication standard	4G LTE, 3G
Weight	153 g

 

CUBOT King Kong

CUBOT King Kong has the most powerful battery among the presented models – 4400 milliamp-hours. With constant use, the battery lasts up to 10-12 hours. 

The camera has a four-fold zoom and a resolution of 13 megapixels, which allows you to capture important moments. The screen resolution of 1280×720 allows you to watch videos in medium resolution and play games at minimum settings. Thus, it is a compact smartphone with a good camera and battery.

The phone is equipped with an advanced casing that protects against scratches and damage, making this model practically immortal. The quad-core processor with a clock speed of up to 1300 MHz does not support 4G. The smartphone is equipped with two slots for micro SIM cards, one of which can be used for a memory card. 

Main characteristics

Screen	5″ (1280×720) IPS
Built-in memory	16 GB
RAM	2 GB
Camera	13 MP
Battery	4400 mAh
CPU	MediaTek MT6580
SIM cards	2 micro SIM
operating system	Android 7.0
Wireless interfaces	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Communication standard	3G

What other compact smartphones should you pay attention to?

ZTE Blade A3 2020 NFC

ZTE produces quality budget smartphones where critical hardware (chips, circuit boards, batteries and screens) are reliable and durable. Good bright screen with high resolution, flicker-free. Thanks to the operating system, the duration of the phone’s operation under moderate loads (several hours a day: communication, games, network distribution, watching videos) will be a couple of days. The size of the RAM precludes multitasking, but it handles each standard task individually well.

Main characteristics

Screen	5.45 inches, IPS, resolution 1440×720, pixel density 295 PPI
operating system	Android 9 Go Edition
CPU	4-core Unisoc SC9832E, maximum frequency – 1.4 GHz
RAM	1 GB
Solid State Drive	32 GB (there is a slot for a memory card up to 128 GB)
Camera	8 MP main, 5 MP selfie
Battery	2600 mAh
Dimensions (WxHxD)	70.9×146.1×9.5 mm
Weight	160 g

 

BQ 5031G Fun

An affordable and compact smartphone with minimal specifications. The operating system optimizes all computing processes and the operation of the phone’s hardware as much as possible to maximize battery life. The display does not tire your eyes; there is enough brightness even in sunny weather.

Main characteristics

Screen	5 inches, IPS, resolution 1280×720, pixel density 294 PPI
operating system	Android 10 Go Edition
CPU	4-core Unisoc SC7731E, maximum frequency – 1.30 GHz
RAM	8 GB
Solid State Drive	1 GB (there is a slot for a memory card up to 128 GB)
Camera	2 MP main, 2 MP selfie
Battery	2000 mAh
Dimensions (WxHxD)	72.5×146.8×8.9 mm
Weight	153 g

 

Leaders of past years

Micromax Q415

Micromax Q415 can be considered one of the best inexpensive compact smartphones. It is inexpensive and equipped with all the necessary functionality: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi support, fast data transfer via the Internet, a built-in program for clearing temporary and recurring data.

The built-in memory is 8 gigabytes, which allows you to store a minimum of data without resorting to the use of external media. The device is equipped with two cells designed for micro SIM; you can use two SIM cards or a SIM card and a memory card.

The smartphone is equipped with the Android 5.1 operating system, which will allow you to make calls and use a mobile browser, as well as instant messengers; it cannot be updated to new versions.

The battery capacity is 1800 mAh. In standby mode, the operating time is 150 hours, and in continuous use – 6 hours.

The disadvantages of this model include the lack of a fingerprint scanner, a face unlock system and the lack of a virtual card data reading system for paying in a store.

Main characteristics

Screen	4.5″ (854×480) IPS
Built-in memory	8 GB
RAM	1 GB
Camera	5 MP
Battery	1800 mAh
CPU	Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909
SIM cards	2 micro SIM
operating system	Android 5.1
Wireless interfaces	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Communication standard	4G LTE, 3G
Weight	148 g

 

Leagoo Elite 8

The screen diagonal is 3.97 inches, thickness is 8.9 millimeters and weight is 103 grams. This is the smallest smart phone among the best compact Android smartphones. 

The smartphone is equipped with two slots for SIM cards microSD and microSDHC, which allows you to use two SIM cards or a SIM card in conjunction with a memory card. The smartphone supports 4G. 

True, the gadget has an Android 5.1 operating system, which means that it will not run most modern games and mobile applications. However, its power will be enough to make calls and use the Internet through a mobile browser.

The internal memory of the device is 4 gigabytes, and the battery capacity is 1800 mAh. However, these parameters will be sufficient for occasional use of the gadget.

Main characteristics

Screen	3.97″ (800×480) IPS
Built-in memory	4 GB
RAM	0.5 GB
Camera	5 MP
Battery	1800 mAh
SIM cards	2
operating system	Android 5.1
Wireless interfaces	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Communication standard	4G LTE, 3G
Weight	103 g

 

Conquest F2 Pro

A compact smartphone with a good 3700 mAh battery, which allows the device to work up to 350 hours in standby mode and up to 8 hours during continuous use of the gadget. It takes 3 hours to fully charge the device.

The built-in operating system is Android 8.1 Oreo, the internal memory is 32 gigabytes. The amount of RAM is 3 gigabytes. The gadget has one slot for a micro-SIM SIM card. The device supports 4G.

The camera is equipped with autofocus and its resolution is 13 megapixels, which allows you to take photos in good quality. The front camera resolution is 5 megapixels. This is very good for a compact smartphone.

Main characteristics

Screen	3″ (854×480) IPS
Built-in memory	32 GB
RAM	3 GB
Camera	13 MP
Battery	3700 mAh
CPU	MediaTek MT6739
SIM cards	1 micro SIM
operating system	Android 8.1
Wireless interfaces	NFC, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Communication standard	4G LTE, 3G
Weight	137 g

 

VERTEX Impess Aqua

A minimalistic, ergonomic smartphone with a metal body will provide the necessary communication and multimedia functionality for the next few years. The hardware will not be overloaded with additional computing processes thanks to the optimizing capabilities of the operating system, which will maximize the potential of this phone. A pleasant bonus for the user will be membership in the Vertex club, which contains a variety of content for every taste.

Main characteristics

Screen	5.45 inches, IPS, resolution 960×480, pixel density 197 PPI
operating system	Android 8.1 Go Edition
CPU	Quad-core MediaTek MT6739, maximum frequency – 1.3 GHz
RAM	1 GB
Solid State Drive	8 GB (there is a slot for a memory card up to 256 GB)
Camera	8 MP main 5 MP selfie
Battery	2300 mAh
Dimensions (WxHxD)	72x150x8.7 mm
Weight	190 g

 

DOOGEE S40 Pro

A well-protected smartphone with a 5.5-inch screen, superior in size and weight to its unprotected brother. This price for convenience is due to the careful design of the case and materials in case of careless operation. The performance should be sufficient for the next few years of normal operation of most applications.

Main characteristics

Screen	5.5 inches, IPS, resolution 1440×720, pixel density 293 PPI
operating system	Android 9
CPU	Quad-core MediaTek MT6739, maximum frequency – 1.5 GHz
RAM	3 GB
Solid State Drive	32 GB (there is a slot for a memory card up to 32 GB)
Camera	8 MP main, 5 MP additional 5 MP selfie
Housing protection	IP 68, IP69K, MIL-STD-810G, will remain operational when: immersed in fresh water up to 5 m, temperature from -40°C to +60°C, dropped from a height of 5 m
Battery	4650 mAh
Dimensions (WxHxD)	79.4×158.2×14.1 mm
Weight	238 g

 

Ulefone Mix

A smartphone with a bright body design and pleasant-to-touch materials makes a good impression. The combination of a vintage 8-core processor with ample RAM ensures good performance. The display screen has wide viewing angles and expressive color reproduction.

Main characteristics

Screen	5.5 inches, IPS, resolution 1280×720, pixel density 267 PPI
operating system	Android 7
CPU	8-core MediaTek MT 6750, maximum frequency – 1.50 GHz
RAM	4 GB
Solid State Drive	64 GB (there is a slot for a memory card up to 256 GB)
Camera	13 MP main, 5 MP secondary, 8 MP selfie
Battery	3300 mAh
Dimensions (WxHxD)	75x143x8.7 mm
Weight	173 g

 

HONOR 7S

 

High quality and no frills. A powerful speaker, a high-capacity battery, and the ability to use two SIM cards make this smartphone a universal device. If you don’t overload it with multitasking, namely, limit the number of programs open at the same time, and clear the phone’s memory yourself, then serious problems with performance should not arise.

Main characteristics

Screen	5.45 inches, IPS, resolution 1440×720, pixel density 295 PPI
operating system	Android 8.1
CPU	Quad-core MediaTek MT6739, maximum frequency – 1.50 GHz
RAM	1 GB
Solid State Drive	16 GB (there is a slot for a memory card up to 256 GB)
Camera	8 MP main, 5 MP selfie
Battery	3020 mAh
Dimensions (WxHxD)	70.9×146.5×8.3 mm
Weight	142 g

 

Google Pixel 3

Some time ago this was the flagship model, which means that most of the consumer qualities remain at the proper level today. The broad capabilities of the Android environment and high performance will ensure the relevance of Pixel 3 for a long time. A bright organic LED display with very wide viewing angles and high pixel density displays an equally good image of any content – games, videos, photos, text.

Main characteristics

Screen	5.5 inches, OLED, resolution 2160×1080, pixel density 439 PPI
operating system	Android 9.0
CPU	8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, maximum frequency – 2.80 GHz
RAM	4 GB
Solid State Drive	64 GB
Camera	12.2 MP main, 8 MP selfie
Housing protection	IP 68, water immersion up to 1 meter
Battery	2915 mAh
Dimensions (WxHxD)	68.2×145.6×7.9 mm
Weight	148 g

 

How to choose a compact smartphone

When compiling this selection, we turned to  Ilyas Khodzhametov , sales manager of a federal chain of electronics stores. Modern smartphones come with a huge array of complex features and options, so here are a few things you should pay attention to.

Performance

The processor is like the engine of your smartphone, the more numbers there are, the faster and more powerful your phone will be. For decent performance, it must have at least 1.75 GHz and six cores in the processor. Larger numbers will make your phone faster, but it will also cost more. You should also look at the amount of RAM, you need at least 3GB. The more RAM you have, the faster your smartphone will respond and the better it will be able to multitask.

Storage device

Your phone’s memory is used to store everything you put on it, from pictures to videos, passwords and favorite websites. The more memory you have, the more data you can save. But don’t forget that you can also store data in the cloud to access it later. When your memory gets full, your phone will slow down and you will have to spend time clearing data from your phone, which is really inconvenient. You should be looking for a minimum of 32GB.

Display

If you want a compact smartphone, that means you choose a smaller display. However, the display quality is something you should pay attention to. Resolution specifications will tell you how sharp the display will be, with higher values ​​being better. Screen technology can also make a difference, as OLED screens typically produce brighter pictures than IPS but suffer from burn-in and flicker.

Photo and video capabilities

Cameras aren’t everyone’s priority, but if you enjoy photography, you’ll want to check out the camera’s specs. Front cameras are usually not very good and are only used for video calls. The characteristics of the rear cameras are more important. You need a main camera with a resolution of about 12 MP and at least a dual lens.

Popular questions and answers

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