The best phone brand is always producing quality technology. But how to identify such a manufacturer? In the sea of ​​a huge selection of the most unusual gadgets, it is difficult to choose a phone that would meet all individual requirements. The 2018 ranking, compiled by the portal Mark.guru, gives a brief overview of each manufacturer.

Someone appreciates a phone for performance, someone prefers models that are mini-computers, and someone for quality and long service. In each case, it must be remembered that there are selection criteria:

1. Country of Origin- high-quality models are assembled in Japan, Korea and China. For example, Japanese specialists are recognized throughout the world as the best in engineering education and excellence.
2. Power and performance metrics- each brand, due to fierce competition, tries to provide maximum opportunities for its customers, for example, Apple - software protection, Samsung - the best picture and quality of shooting, and ZTE - a large battery capacity.
3. Design- brands of modern gadgets are produced according to the most modern trends, have streamlined shapes, compactness, or vice versa, extended screens. Individual preference is key.
4. Build quality- it is preferable to choose manufacturers that produce phones in a hard, impenetrable case, with protective coatings. For example, glass parts are very capricious to maintain and require additional costs if damaged.
5. Price- is another important criterion that can tell how well the brand is fixed in the technology market. As a rule, the highest quality firms offer both budget and expensive models.

1. Apple

The ranking of smartphone manufacturers is opened, of course, by Apple. In the first place is exactly the brand that dictates fashion in the field of high technologies. For several years in a row, it has won the palm in terms of the number of units sold in Russia and the second place in terms of sales worldwide.

The differences of the brand are the stylishness of the phones and the simplicity of the main working system. In addition, the gadgets are different:

• increased system reliability;
• protected from viruses;
• have a huge selection of applications.

All this makes the brand a kind of benchmark to which all the others are leveled.

As for the budget segment, the company can offer the iPhone 4S. Slightly higher in cost - assemblies 5C and 5S. Their diagonal is wider, but the picture quality remains unchanged. Firstly, the differences between the models relate to the materials of manufacture and the body frame. Secondly, the processors of the improved type and the presence on the panel of the "home" button, which scans a fingerprint. The company is in favor of the best and latest developments in operational support, but does not participate in the resolution upgrade race.

The flagships of the 6th and 7th generation occupy the segment of expensive models and are distinguished by enlarged screens and support for 4k quality.

And the main difference between these phones is the absence of a USB connector, instead of a Lightning connector.

The iPhone 8 and iPhone 10 are out now.

Prices for Apple iPhone 8:

Prices for Apple iPhone 10:

2. Samsung

Samsung holds the leading positions in several indicators at once - in terms of the capabilities of smartphones, the number of families and model lines.

The most economical models are represented by the Ace 4 and Core 2 lines. The familiar body with a single button that returns to the main page and good camera performance are the main differences between these phones.

In addition, regardless of the model, powerful quality indicators for a camera are a fundamental point for the company's developers.

Galaxy A3 / A5 are presented in the middle price segment, but they do not have big differences.

Luxury models are S and Note. They have superb quality displays and a powerful operating assembly that is even slightly overkill. The only disadvantage of the brand is the Pentile matrix system. Note models are designed for a stylus, so the diagonal is expanded to 5.7 inches. However, according to reviews, the fifth row of models is not popular.

Galaxy is equipped with a 5.1-inch screen and is capable of playing full HD. The S6 Edge + has a curved screen and is generally fine, but only before the phone starts to be actively used: it is difficult to view photos and turn on the full screen when playing videos.

Prices for Samsung Galaxy S8:

3. Sony

Although Sony offers an extensive prayer line, its market sales are only declining every year. The brand is trying to return attention to its developments by modernizing new lines of smartphones.

The Xperia Z5 Premium, for example, has 4K playback and support at 5.5 inches. But this indicator affected only photos and videos, for the rest - full HD is turned on.

Due to the fact that the company has its own department for the production of touch support and optics, all Z5 models are equipped with 23 megapixel cameras and powerful zooms.

The middle and budget segment of models is at a high level, but it is the premium class models that make a substantial share of the budget turnover. Another "trick" from the company is the presence of dust-repellent coating and protection from water in the models.

Prices for Sony Xperia XA1 Dual:

4. LG

The Korean company LG is different in that it tries to apply the latest technology to budget models, albeit in a lightweight version. The best lg smartphones have curved screens and panel buttons that are located on the back. There are plenty to choose from - Magna, Spirit and Leon. The Max range has received a unique flash with a glow in different directions.

In the middle price segment, models from an all-metal case are presented - a very decent bezel that protects the screen from damage.

The G3 and G4 phone lines, although they provide a small autonomy and heating, are loved by buyers. The Flex 2 is a true portable device - its compactness and long battery life are its main advantages. But the temperature rise during system boot remained.

The price range is from 4840 to 41,700 rubles.

Prices for LG V30 +:

5. Xiaomi

The company, which was established just a few years ago, has already established itself well in the global market, ranking third in terms of sales last year.

The main advantage of the company is the budget price for high quality, comparable to Samsung and iPhone.

In order to keep the low cost bar for the entire line of smartphones, the company began to sell only through its own website. The excitement is also fueled by the marketing ploy - every week, updates of the operating system are released for a line of unique Mi.

The best model from the company with great performance is the Xiaomi Mi Note Pro. A Quad HD display, a fast quad-core processor and 3GB of RAM are just marginal figures. The company is steadily developing and proof of this is the flagship Xiaomi Mi Note 2, which has 8 GB of "RAM" and 16 GB of program memory. According to leading experts, Note 2 is the main competitor to Samsung Note 5 and iPhone 6s +.

The price range is 5,400 to 25,490 rubles.

Prices for Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus 4 / 64GB:

6. Huawei

With the best Huawei smartphones, the company ranked 3rd in terms of units sold in the global market last year. On the domestic platform, it does not have much choice, but it is included in the rating of the best manufacturers and manufactured smartphones.

In the economy class Huawei, the Ascend Y series is presented - very productive, standard models. Mate S models are presented in the middle segment, however, they are based on outdated modules of the working platform.

Nexus 6P is characterized by high performance and is among the top quality smartphones.

Distinctive features of the brand in the high price segment:

• the presence of a finger scanner and excellent working functions;
• patented knock-based program control;
• clear voice transmission during conversation;
• quick charge capability and non-removable battery.

Price range: 6950 - 42450 rubles.

Prices for Huawei P20 Lite:

7. ZTE

ZTE produces quality gadgets. Each new model is designated with the slogan "the best phone", but, of course, it has both advantages and disadvantages.

The flagships from ZTE are equipped with a powerful processor, a reliable and large high-definition display, as well as a camera with high-definition video recording.

Phones from ZTE are especially popular among young people, as they have a relatively low cost and excellent technical characteristics.

The price range is 2480 rubles to 16500 rubles.

Prices for ZTE Blade A6:

8. Lenovo

Lenovo has long been known to the Russian buyer. Phones gradually gained popularity and are no longer associated with cheap Chinese products. Having bought the rights to the Motorola brand, the company has finally secured its place in the market.

An inexpensive niche is represented by smartphones of the A series, which have standard, but productive capacities.

The S and P series occupy the middle and high price classes, respectively, you can choose from the models endlessly - huge diagonals, video playback in HD, a high-performance processor and a large battery capacity.

Some phone models are already optimized for selfies and are maximally autonomous in work.

The price range is 4200 to 25300 rubles.

Prices for Lenovo Phab 2 Pro:

9. Micromax

An Indian brand that appeared on the domestic market quite recently, but has already proven itself on the good side, which is why it is included in the rating of smartphones and represents one of the world's electronics manufacturers.

Phones from the company differ in damage-resistant design, high-quality software system and low cost.

The Quad Dual and Fire lines have standard performance ratings. Such smartphones are perfect for games, video recording, long work. Memory and built-in functionality allows caching and software updates.

The difference between the brand is its design. Many models resemble small blocks in shape and are quite compact. In general, the brand can be associated with quality, low cost and long service life. However, it is impossible to get first-class processing speed and high resolution from Micromax models.

Price range - 1990 to 9100 rubles.

Prices for Micromax Q465:

10. HTC

HTC has good development prospects. But these are only perspectives. In the market, it has a 2% share, in particular, due to the Desire and One phones.

For example, the Desire lineup is presented in the economy segment and has only a basic set of functions and average characteristics. The second series One occupies the high price segment. If we compare both lines, then we can conclude that they do not differ much in terms of operational indicators, except that the latter have large amounts of memory and screen sizes.

The One is slightly overpriced, but the positive differences between smartphones and other brands are almost complete autonomy and exceptional design.

The price range is from 5670 to 60200 rubles.

Prices for HTC U11 128GB:

11. ASUS

ASUS is known more for the production of laptops and tablets, and recently decided to master the niche of smartphones. For the most part, ASUS is pushing the side of performance and processing speed, and the mainstream ZenFone series of smartphones has such advantages as:

• economical cost;
• unique design (most of the models are made in an iron case);
• application of unique technologies.

It is noteworthy that each phone has its own peculiarity, for example, AR - support for AR and VR technologies, and Ultra - high-definition pictures and high-quality sound.

Prices ASUS ZenFone 4 Max ZC520KL 16Gb:

In conclusion, it should be added that each brand has its own distinctive features. Understanding the main directions of each company, it will not be difficult to choose the best smartphone manufacturer.

The huge range of smartphones on the market makes it difficult to choose them, since not all of them can boast of high-quality performance. We analyzed the current offers on the market and ranked the best phones in terms of build quality, sound, performance and a number of other parameters. Among them there are both inexpensive models and mobiles of average cost and premium class. Having studied this TOP, you can quickly find the right and good device.

• Samsung- a major manufacturer of telephony, computer and household appliances. The main office of the company is located in South Korea. It has both budget lines and premium models, Galaxy flagships. The company focuses on functionality and high build quality of devices, but does not pursue innovations.
• Lg electronics- Samsung's main competitor in the South Korean and Asian markets. The brand's lineup is extremely rich, there are many models with an optimal ratio of cost and quality. The company attracts by the presence of technological "filling" and original design of products.
• Xiaomi Is a Chinese company specializing in the production of smartphones in the middle price range and at the same time with good quality. Premium models are rare here. The manufacturer pays special attention to cameras, recently it began to equip its mobile phones with their dual type.
• Apple- smartphones of this American company symbolize success, status, popularity. Recently, there has been a tendency to reduce the cost of the company's devices and simplify them, but no one cancels the quality of components and the modernity of technologies.
• Huawei Is another fairly well-known Chinese brand offering a wide range of smartphones at an average price - from 10,000 to 60,000 rubles. They are of interest to buyers because of their manufacturability, convenience and practicality, rare marriages, they work without lags for a long time.

This TOP is based on user reviews and expert opinions. When selecting candidates, we took into account the following nuances:

• Weight and dimensions;
• Design and color;
• Functionality;
• The convenience of use;
• Price;
• Manufacturer country;
• Diagonal and display quality;
• Build quality;
• The number of pixels for cameras and other multimedia capabilities;
• Simplicity of the menu;
• What the body is made of;
• Convenience of the interface;
• The novelty and type of processor, the number of cores;
• Performance;
• Loudness and clarity of sound;
• Equipment;
• Battery capacity and operating time in various modes;
• Charging methods;
• The level of protection against water and dust;
• Built-in memory;
• The number of SIM cards.

Good inexpensive phones up to 10,000 rubles

This is a worthy representative of a line of quite powerful and at the same time inexpensive smartphones. Users choose this model for its impeccable build quality and reliable components, which together make it virtually indestructible. Buyers also note his nimbleness. Fresh Android 6.0, large amount of RAM (1.5 GB) and 4 cores ensure fast and stable operation. It would not be superfluous to mention the estimate of Roskachestvo at 3.655 points.

The back cover of the gadget is not slippery, the phone does not fall out of hands, and even with a diagonal of 5 inches, you need to try to do this. The smooth and neat edges of the mobile phone are comfortable in the palm of your hand. Its main feature is a long-lasting 2600mAh battery that can last up to two days. Nothing extra is installed in the OS. The camera is not of particular interest here, it was limited to 5 or 8 MP.

Advantages:

• The presence of a connector for OTG;
• Light;
• Looks stylish;
• Loud noise;
• Good performance;
• "Pulls" toys.

Disadvantages:

• Not the most convenient slot for the main SIM card;
• System files take up a lot of space;
• Fingerprints remain.

The inexpensive and high-quality Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime SM-G532F phone has clear settings, a pleasant interface, and a competent menu organization.

average price: 7200 rub.

LG X Power K220DS

With the release of this model, LG further strengthened its position in the smartphone market, as it released a modern, powerful gadget. It has an optimal size of 5.3 inches and fits comfortably in the hand. The reliable MediaTek MT6735 processor in the device predetermined good performance and a good set of functions. The device has everything that music lovers need - FM radio, MP3, loud sound. The 13MP camera takes pictures with good detail.

The main plus of the LG X power K220DS mobile phone is a capacious 4100 mAh battery, which allows you to charge your phone less often. If necessary, this can be done faster than usual using the fast charge function. Buyers speak positively about the amount of built-in memory of 16 GB, which allows you to do without a card. Selfie fans appreciate the ability to capture by hand gesture.

Advantages:

• Fast work;
• In quiet mode, it holds a charge for 3-4 days;
• High build quality;
• Large, bright display
• Excellent usability;
• Convenient operating system;
• The ability to connect a flash drive.

Disadvantages:

• Common slot for SIM card and memory card;
• The location of the mono speaker on the back of the case.

Average price: 8500 rubles.

The best phones for quality up to 15,000 rubles

The new representative of the Galaxy series, which has become a worthy continuation of it due to modernity. An 8-core processor has been successfully applied here, the amount of internal memory has been increased to 32 GB and a 13-megapixel main camera with a flash is built-in, which takes good photos. The front one also works properly, it will work out without problems to talk on Skype or Viber, the interlocutor is heard well thanks to the loud speakers.

Experienced gadget lovers will appreciate the novelty with high performance and stunning color reproduction. The smartphone does not have the usual mechanical button under the screen, the front panel is smooth, the device is made in a minimalist style. Conveniently, you do not need to remove the second SIM card if you need to put in a memory card. But the lack of a brightness control sensor is a little disappointing, the backlight needs to be adjusted manually.

Advantages:

• Latest Android 8.0 operating system;
• 4G availability;
• Nice design;
• Not strongly felt in the hand;
• Face recognition function.

Disadvantages:

• Heats up during calls;
• 4G signal reception is not the most confident.

The reviews write that on an inexpensive and high-quality phone "Samsung Galaxy J6" you can play various games without freezing, but you will have to sacrifice the effects.

average price: 12 600 rub.

This is a real discovery among the models in the middle price range. The manufacturer focuses on the quality of assembly and components. There is a pleasant opinion about the metal, almost "indestructible" case, which is more and more rare. Due to its thinness and rounded edges, the gadget is pleasant and comfortable to hold in the hand, despite the 5.5-inch diagonal above average.

Buyers of the Xiaomi Mi A1 64GB smartphone like the wide range of brightness and good viewing angles, calm color reproduction and protection of the screen with shock-resistant glass, which increases its service life. The gadget works flawlessly even with the simultaneous opening of several applications, and it can handle almost any games, however, the graphics quality in them leaves much to be desired. The device perfectly implements the portrait mode, but when shooting at night and in bad weather, even a dual camera of 12 MP each does not significantly improve the quality of the photo.

Advantages:

• High screen resolution - 1920 × 1080;
• Dual camera;
• Excellent value for money and quality;
• The camera is great at taking photographs;
• Double zoom;
• Updated Android;
• Efficiency of work;
• A powerful processor that does not "eat up" the charge.

Disadvantages:

• The inability to turn off the backlight of the navigation buttons;
• Small noise in low impedance headphones.

In reviews of the Xiaomi Mi A1 64GB mobile phone, buyers point to a deep, clear and powerful sound from the speakers, but with headphones the situation is somewhat different. A well-deserved top five can be given for a decent 3080 mAh battery, working in mixed mode for more than 30 hours, but games quickly drain him.

Average price: RUB 13,000

The best phones with good quality under 20,000 rubles

An assortment of models costing 15,000-20,000 rubles. the most diverse and interesting, here you can already count on some "chips" and technological delights. This is evidenced by the 3 models included in this category.

With the release of this smartphone model, the popular Apple company did not hit its face in the mud, but it didn’t offer anything new either. In terms of its characteristics, the smartphone is average, with good build quality and the same functionality. A 12 MP camera, a fingerprint scanner, a 1624 mAh battery are hidden in a compact metal and glass case. At the same time, the device weighs only 113 g and is not felt in the pocket. The screen is small, and is clearly aimed at women, as evidenced by 4 inches and white.

The model of the smartphone "Apple iPhone SE 32GB" is traditionally equipped with a proximity sensor, which during a conversation allows you not to accidentally drop a call due to the automatic screen lock. Thanks to NFC, you can exchange information with other devices over a short distance. To store it, the built-in memory of 32 GB is quite enough. In the talk mode the smartphone can withstand up to 14 hours, while listening to music - up to 15 hours, and "resting" - over 10 days.

Advantages:

• Good headphones complete with a remote control;
• High performance;
• Convenient size;
• Reliable case;
• Well-developed interface.

Disadvantages:

• There is no slot for a second SIM card;
• Rear camera only;
• Not the strongest front-facing camera at 1.2 million megapixels;
• Individual charging;
• Lack of a slot for a memory card.

Apple iPhone SE 32GB inherits characteristics from its predecessor, the iPhone 6s, and the design is almost completely copied from the Phone 5s. The manufacturer pursued the goal of making a similar option for budget buyers, which he quite succeeded.

average price: 16 100 rub.

Samsung Galaxy A6 + 32GB

The novelty from Samsung has received a rear dual camera at 16 and 5 MP, a large 6-inch screen, a reliable metal case. Its sleek, ergonomic shape is comfortable in the hand, but you can't handle it alone. Due to the matte finish, prints are practically invisible on it. There are no complaints about the build quality, no backlashes were noticed. The fingerprint reader is conveniently located right in the center and works the first time.

The gadget is functional and interesting partly because it is personalized - another person cannot unlock the screen without the owner. The large size of the display allows you to comfortably use it for Internet access. The ambient light sensor prevents eye fatigue thanks to automatic adjustment. The autonomy of the device is excellent, with a capacity of 3500 mAh it can work stably for more than two days. The performance is excellent, the games are good.

Advantages:

• High screen resolution - 2220 × 1080;
• The amount of RAM - 3 GB;
• 3500 mAh battery;
• Front camera with 24 million pixels;
• 8 processor cores;
• Powerful flashlight;
• Android 8.

Disadvantages:

• The case will not be superfluous due to the slipperiness of the case;
• Old type of charging connector;
• Not the best external speaker sound;
• Not protected from water and dust.

Some discomfort when using the Samsung Galaxy A6 smartphone is caused by the rest of the fingers on the lower side keys when using the upper ones.

average price: 15 500 rub.

This is a simple, but extremely interesting representative of the Huawei phone line, positioned as a flagship. The device is pleasant to use because of the sloping side edges, non-slippery metal-glass body. But for the same reason, scratches may remain on it. Fingerprints on the lid remain, but faint, and on black they are almost invisible. The gadget measures 148 × 71x7.4 mm, 5.84 inches diagonal and fits securely in the palm of your hand. The phone makes no noise during conversation, the sound is clear, it is comfortable to hold it near the ear.

The operating time of the model "Huawei P20 Lite" on a single charge is standard - about 25 hours when working on the Internet. The power saving mode allows you to slightly increase the "life" of the 3000 mAh battery. 16/2 MP dual cameras capture details more clearly, but at night they do not help to get perfect photos. This is the clear leader in our rating of phones in terms of quality - in particular, in terms of built-in (64 GB) and RAM (4 GB), so you can expect stable operation from it.

Advantages:

• NFC availability;
• Face recognition;
• A wide range of settings and their flexibility;
• Slim body;
• Ease;
• Fast charging;
• Good color rendering.

Disadvantages:

• Protruding rear cameras;
• Not the best headphones included;
• Non-removable middle battery;
• The combination of a slot for a SIM card and a memory card.

Huawei didn’t pay too much, equipping the “P20” smartphone, equipping it with a charger, headphones, USB cable, screen protector and case, a card ejecting tool.

average price: 17 490 rub.

Nice expensive premium smartphones

These phones include the flagships of the leading companies in the mobile devices market - Huawei, Samsung, Apple. They have both an unusual design and a “tasty” filling.

The phone deserves the title of the best in all important criteria - reliability, quality, convenience. It is definitely worth the money. Its popularity was facilitated by a large battery capacity of 4000 mAh, just a huge, as for our time, internal memory of 128 GB, a super-powerful front (24 million megapixels) and a rear camera, the latter is generally double at 40/20 MP. For the quality of the photo, the device can be awarded 95 out of 100 points.

The manufacturer copied its competitor Apple, using glass and glossy metal in the design. The housing is protected from moisture and dust, which, along with durable materials, increases the service life. The dimensions of the smartphone are large, the screen has a diagonal of 6.1 inches, it fits in the hand, but it is not very convenient to operate it alone. The battery provides good autonomy, up to 2 days of operation, but the device heats up a little during games.

Advantages:

• New OS - Android 8.1;
• The ability to shoot slow-motion video;
• Nice portrait mode
• Clear shots in motion;
• Reliable monochrome sensor
• Convenient automatic screen brightness adjustment;
• You can work with gloves.

Disadvantages:

• No memory card slot;
• Lack of a button for quick launch of the camera;
• There is no xenon flash;
• Friction may be felt due to the not strongest oleophobic coating.

According to reviews of the flagship Huawei P20 Pro, its camera remains unrivaled, and super-fast charging along with a powerful battery only increase the excitement around it.

average price: RUB 46,500

This is one of the top Samsung smartphones included in our ranking of cell phones in terms of quality due to its technical simplicity and practicality. The company this time offered a 5.8-inch display, which is slightly above average. "Chips" of this model - customizable color rendition, support for HDR10 and Always-On, which saves battery life. Image detail is at a height due to the good quality of the matrix with excellent resolution at 2960 × 1440 and normal viewing angles.

This model again uses the increased display sensitivity mode, which allows the device to more confidently perform tasks. The OS Android 8.0 Oreo installed here allows you to abandon the "native" settings and programs of the gadget. The device bribes motorists with the support of the landscape orientation luncher. The battery capacity is average, 3000 mAh, it is enough for 1-2 days of active work.

Advantages:

• Wireless charging function;
• Fast replenishment of the battery charge;
• Iris scanner;
• Good performance;
• Smart Wi-Fi;
• The presence of a cover in the box.

Disadvantages:

• The location of the volume button on the left side;
• In low light, the camera gives off yellowness.

average price: 40 250 rub.

This is one of the highest quality smartphones from Apple with good stuffing and characteristics. Compared to competitors, it is primarily distinguished by a functional 12 MP camera, which allows you to shoot in various modes - portrait light, stage lighting, etc. The TrueTone screen is bright enough, with excellent viewing angles and a convenient 4.7-inch diagonal.

Apple iPhone 8 leads in over 15 hours of battery life and fast and wireless charging. The battery is not the most powerful, but the efficiency is provided by the new 6-core processor. The device is reliably protected from splashes of water and dust, has a stylish glass body and a low weight of 148 g, although a little slippery.

Advantages:

• Excellent sound quality;
• Clear camera photos;
• Strong glass;
• Fast touchpad;
• Nice OS;
• Excellent build quality;
• High-quality communication.

Disadvantages:

• Not thin frames;
• Water resistant according to the old standard;
• Space for only one SIM card.

Average price: RUB 46,000

Which is the best quality phone to buy

An important criterion for choosing a smartphone is battery capacity. If you do not plan to play on the phone, often listen to music and surf the Internet a lot, then good inexpensive mobile phones up to 3000 mAh will be quite enough. For the tasks listed earlier, more powerful gadgets will be needed, and it is desirable that they have more than two cores in the processor. Those wishing to take photos with a smartphone should choose options with a camera of at least 12 MP.

Before you finally decide on the choice, you should pay attention to the following tips:

• For selfie fans, the Huawei P20 Pro is the best choice.
• For active calls and listening to music, you can choose Huawei P20 Lite with a capacious battery.
• Gamblers should pay special attention to the gadget "Samsung Galaxy A6" and "Samsung Galaxy J6" 2018 release.
• For those who want to emphasize their high status and have a large budget, a good choice would be Apple iPhone SE or Apple iPhone 8 64GB.
• Teenagers can get the Xiaomi Mi A1 64GB, which works great and is not very expensive.
• Those who drive a lot should take a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy S9.
• For women, the LG X power K220DS and Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime SM-G532F in white are ideal.

Neither more nor less - the most sophisticated shockproof smartphone in the world. Just as Xiaomi made smartphones with a capacious battery fashionable, Motorola was the first to create a prestigious rugged smartphone in a regular model case.

The experiment began with the 2015 Moto X Force. At that time, the model was super-top, with one main difference from its competitors - a screen covered with several layers of protective plates. All other characteristics of the Armor-Moto were typical for flagships, and the stupid Snapdragon 810 processor, and cheap cameras were inferior to the creations of Samsung and Apple, but the X Force was far from a budget-friendly device that was incredibly difficult to break, and due to this it became a cult

a mobile phone (as opposed to shame and shame in the form of the reincarnation of the Nokia 3310). So it comes as no surprise that Motorola released a rugged model for the Z-series in 2016 as well.

The new time, unfortunately, dictates new trends, so the rugged smartphone has become a little more "glamorous" to please more buyers. There are many more vulnerable spots for scratches on the case, and the fingerprint scanner on the front panel is now easy to "beat off" instead of the screen if the smartphone lands unsuccessfully. The camera on the rear panel sticks out of the body with a large glass round - it is not supposed to have a protective "armor", because, according to Motorola's idea, buyers will attach modules to the rear cover. And because of the complexes "you need to do like Apple" Motorola removed the standard headphone jack - connect, they say, a headset via an adapter or directly to USB Type-C.

Therefore, in terms of the ratio of strength and "bells and whistles", the old Moto X Force looks preferable, but only in the "socket" you will get a modern and very fast Snapdragon processor, a cool AMOLED display with Quad HD resolution, a capacious battery and modern high-quality cameras. And all this in the thinnest, by the standards of rugged smartphones, 7 mm case, just like your iPhone 7!

But for such a combination you will have to pay, moreover, foreign stores and in large sizes - the new Moto Z Force will cost from 35 to 45 thousand rubles and is unlikely to become cheaper. Be that as it may, we recommend it to everyone who craves the coolest mobile phone that is guaranteed not to break after falling from hands on concrete.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Active - macho flagship in camouflage

Samsung succeeds everywhere, and Koreans also pay attention to the class of protected phones. Since the days of the Galaxy S5, Korean flagships have received tuned versions with water protection. The up-to-date Galaxy S7 has also become an "SUV", but only in its flat (without curved display) version. And even with a 4000 mAh battery, that is, with the main drawback of the regular S7 corrected.

The level of protection against water in a smartphone is the same as in “just a Galaxy S7” - according to the IP68 certificate (without any problems it will survive under water for half an hour at a depth of up to 1.5 meters). But the body of the smartphone is no longer glossy and not rectangular in Korean, so it will appeal to those who are annoyed by the "blurry" forms of Samsung. And the most important thing is that in such a "body kit" the S7 is protected according to the military standard MIL-STD-810G, that is, it is not afraid of exposure to high and low temperatures, extreme shaking and dust, and even without consequences it will transfer a fall from one and a half meters onto a flat surface.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Active

True, it is not nearly as severely armored as Motorola's Force-series. The display is covered with plastic, under which the same protective Gorilla Glass is hidden. Therefore, it is better not to drop the smartphone "for fun", as X Force owners like to do.

Spare parts for the outlandish model are nowhere to be found, they are sold only in the USA exclusively from the AT&T operator, firmware from "simple" Galaxy S7s are not suitable, the Russian language has to be installed in "roundabout ways", and buying a smartphone abroad will cost about 35 thousand rubles. Not so cheap as for a smartphone, we assume, without a guarantee, which, moreover, still needs to be adapted to work in Russia. But this is a real Galaxy S7 with its cool camera, the most AMOLED display, flagship and very high-quality filling. There is simply no other equally prestigious secure smartphone.

Blackview BV7000 Pro - cheap and feature-rich

Every smartphone, in addition to its basic characteristics, has the so-called "moral strength". It lies in the fact that you will a priori handle a mobile phone costing 40-50 thousand rubles more carefully than with a budget model - you will not talk on the flagship in a dusty place, wrap a glass smartphone in a cheap case from Aliexpress and filthy films. In general, you will make vain attempts to save an expensive mobile phone, even at the expense of the freedom to use it.

This makes sense if you're a geek who takes full advantage of the stuffing of an obscenely expensive model. But why “protect yourself” and spend huge sums if you just need a modern, reasonably fast smartphone for a little bit of everything? It is enough just not to be a “mobile photographer” and look around a little to pick up a quite fast and inexpensive Chinese phone, which, moreover, will not be a pity beyond measure.

Among the protected models, the Blackview BV7000 Pro looks like a sensible option - one of the newest and most technically advanced protected "Chinese". IP68 waterproof, durable protective glass, which, although it will not save you from falling from a great height, will not crack from moderate impacts. In general, the smartphone is not completely indestructible, but very strong.

Blackview BV7000 Pro

And salt lies in the ratio of performance and price. For 11 thousand rubles, you get a faceted model with metal inserts, a Full HD display, a quite sensible MT6750T processor (don't be alarmed - this is a "reinvented" MT6753) even with 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage + a microSD slot and 3500 mAh with a five-inch diagonal of the display. The characteristics look decent even without taking into account the surcharge for water resistance and partial shock resistance.

Disadvantages? Mediocre cameras (not horror-horror, but as in smartphones costing 6-7 thousand in Russia), unpredictable build quality from one copy to another and almost no support from the manufacturer. That is, the "glitches" of the firmware are the problems of the buyers, and not the motivation to release the update over the air.

Blackview BV7000 Pro

But the smartphone is cheap, sophisticated and protected - competitors are either noticeably more expensive, or packed with old hardware, and they are also not without glitches. Do not expect that you will come across a completely problem-free BV7000 Pro, but if you have experience of disputes on Aliexpress (to knock a discount from the seller for shortcomings) and without the pathos "everything that is worse than an iPhone is scrap metal" you can take it.

But seriously, the Chinese brand AGM produces smartphones, as they say, a week or less, but it does not look like another manufacturer, a "bungler". Normal (not cool, but normal) filling for your money, and no longer quite Chinese price. In short, the realities are as follows:

• Snapdragon 617- today it has turned into a state employee Snapdragon 430. Eight leisurely cores.
• 4/64 GB of memory. Solid, especially against the background of handicrafts with 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage in official retail.
• 5.5-inch Full HD AMOLED display... Great considering the price.
• 5400 mAh in battery... We remember the efficiency of the display and rejoice. We find out that the smartphone supports Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging and rejoice again.
• dual rear camera. Poor dual camera, worse than Redmi Pro. I mean, an additional sensor is needed only for post-processing, to slightly improve the picture. But the automation is dull, and high-quality pictures are obtained only on a very sunny day.
• Fingerprint's scanner Thank you for being alive, as they say.

Everything else is so-so. Android 5.1 (yes, in 2017), although the Chinese promise to update to Android 7.0, the speaker is of poor quality, the system periodically suffers from "glitches" and freezes for no particular reason. But there is water resistance (IP68), the case is durable, the autonomy is good. Whether to pay 16 thousand rubles for such joy is an open question. There are practically no alternatives for the "X-first" with the same good characteristics "on paper". And the reliability of both AGM and its Chinese counterparts is questionable.

For a person who often changes his smartphone to a newer model, such a selection criterion as reliability may not be in the first place. However, if you choose a mobile phone that should last for several years, then you will surely ask which smartphones are the most reliable in 2017.

We present the rating of the most reliable smartphones, which is based on research carried out in a large German test center and data on customer satisfaction with product quality from. The best model was selected from each manufacturer.

Can be purchased for RUR 12,490.

A sturdy body, a user-friendly interface, a camera with optical stabilization, the presence of NFC, high-quality sound recording in video, a small size of 4.5 inches, making the smartphone easy to hold even for a child - these are just a small part of the advantages of the Lumia 1020. Alas, it is very difficult to find a model on sale. since it was taken out of production.

During testing, the experts of Roskachestvo gave the smartphone a score of 4, it was formed from the totality of points obtained when studying 250 different parameters of the quality and safety of the device.

Nokia is focused on the production of smartphones in the middle and low price segment. It has developed a solid reputation as a manufacturer of "unkillable" phones, which, in terms of technical characteristics, may not reach other devices, but in terms of body strength and energy efficiency, they will give odds to many eminent brands.

On sale can be found for 52,314 rubles.

The XL is a larger version of the Google Pixel, with a 5.5 "screen size versus a 5" Pixel.

• A capacious 3450 mAh battery, a large memory for user data, a powerful Snapdragon 821 processor and excellent 12 megapixel and 8 megapixel cameras have allowed the device to stand in line with such mobile masterpieces as the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Apple iPhone 7.
• Alas, this similarity applies to the price, it is far from budget.
• At the same time, the delivery set does not include headphones, and the radio signal deteriorates if you touch the back of the phone with your finger. Due to these shortcomings, experts from Roskachestvo gave Google Pixel XL an overall rating of 4 points.

Google is well known not only for its mobile phones, but also for its other devices and gadgets. It produces virtual reality glasses, smartwatches, smart home devices, etc. Pixel is a new Google brand, and HTC collects them, and the famous search engine is positioning itself as its own development. A distinctive feature of the line is a high-quality camera, for which the smartphone was awarded the 2nd line this year.

The average cost is 19,990 rubles.

One of the most reliable smartphones of 2017 is the flagship model of the OneTouch line.

• The peculiarity of its configuration is the box, which, with a slight movement of the hand, turns into VR glasses.
• The 5.5 ″ display has an excellent 2560 × 1440 resolution and a 3000 mAh battery lasts two days.
• On the right side of the device there is a Boom key button, to which you can configure the desired functions.

The testers did not find any flaws in this model; in total, it scored 4.2 points of reliability.

Alcatel focuses on technological innovation and CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) in order to provide the best possible products to our customers. It ships around 50 million smartphones annually.

The average price is 25 480 rubles.

Moto Z is known as one of the thinnest phones in the world, with a body thickness of 5.19 mm. Compared to it, the Samsung Galaxy S7 is "obese" with its 7.7mm body.

• The manufacturer did not skimp on the resolution of the 5.5-inch screen, it is 2560 x 1440. This puts the device on a par with flagships from other brands, such as the Samsung Galaxy S7 or Google Pixel XL.
• The newest games on the Moto Z are flying, thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chipset and 4GB of RAM.
• But Lenovo engineers forgot about the button illumination. Minus them for this from Roskachestvo and as a result - 4.2 points.

And if you want the most indestructible smartphone for extreme conditions, then check out the Moto Z Force. This is a top-end shockproof model in an all-metal case, with water repellent nano-coating protection.

Lenovo is a subsidiary of Motorola and has strong financial support for research and development. Most of the company's operations are focused on the design and manufacture of mobile phones.

Worth - 13,990 rubles.

According to the results of research by Roskachestvo, this smartphone earned an overall rating of 4.2.

One M8 cannot be called a new model, it has been on the market since 2014. But it can rival many of this year's innovations thanks to:

• high-quality metal body;
• ease of use;
• battery performance (2600 mAh);
• as well as the sound quality, especially at low frequencies.

The device has such useful options as NFC, GPS / Glonass and LTE 4 support.

The HTC brand stands for high build quality. This company uses good materials in their devices, which makes them comfortable to hold smartphones in the hand, gives them a great look and makes them durable. The downside to HTC-made devices is that they are overpriced, so you can get "a little more" for your money if you prefer a different brand. HTC has surpassed LG in customer satisfaction to rank 4th on J.D. Power.

Sold for 28,990 rubles.

In fifth place in the ranking of smartphone reliability is a sturdy device in a metal case.

• It weighs 165 grams, which is quite weighty in the hand, but not heavy enough to pull the pocket down.
• The smartphone has IP68 water resistance, a 5-inch display with good viewing angles, and a 23MP camera.
• On the side there is a dedicated button to quickly launch the camera.

At the same time, the researchers noted that the quality of the camera is significantly inferior to other top Sony models, and scratches easily remain on the metal cover. They did not find any other shortcomings in the device. In terms of reliability, he earned 4.28 points.

Sony is one of the companies focused on technological innovation in order to provide the very best products to its customers. This allows the corporation to ship about 30 million smartphones per year.

Price - 35 752 rubles.

It's a 5.5-inch smartphone with curved edges and a physical home button. It is only available in white or silver, the latter with excellent fingerprints.

• Equipped with a Kirin 960 quad-core processor (2.4 GHz), a Mali-G71 GPU and a 4000 mAh battery.
• As part of its collaboration with Leica, Huawei has equipped the device with a dual camera system. This means it has one 12MP color camera and one 20MP black and white camera with f / 2.2 aperture and 27mm equivalent focal length.

The testers had no complaints about the usability of the camera, touchscreen and phone menu. However, they noticed a weak radio signal from the model. The overall reliability score was 4.29 points.

Huawei has a strong presence in segments such as smartphones, computers, tablets and broadband. At the corporation, 75,000 people are exclusively engaged in scientific research, and this helps to understand why the company produces such good devices. Huawei sells about 100 million units of smartphones a year.

You can purchase it for 47,799 rubles.

The iPhone 6 Plus has challenged many of the rules of the mobile market.

• It is almost identical to the iPhone 6 Plus in terms of styling and proportions, but thicker due to the 3D Touch layer and weighs more (190g vs. 172g). And it's significantly larger than the iPhone 5s and absolutely dominates the dimensions of the 4S and earlier.
• Many competitors from the Android space have switched to minimal screen bezels, their idea is that all attention should be focused on the display. But the iPhone 6S Plus is not the case, it has a lot of space at the top and bottom of the screen, as well as a physical Home button with an integrated Touch ID sensor.
• The curved aluminum sides and rounded corners are a departure from the iPhone 5 and 4 Series, and a neat solution to keep the device like a glove in the hand.
• There is an NFC function, but it can only be used for Apple Pay.
• Apple continues to stubbornly ignore the possibility of expanding memory. And if you buy a 16GB model, you will be limited in terms of applications, games, music, movies, photos and videos. We'll have to shell out more money for the 64GB onboard model, although that's still not a lot by modern standards.

High expert ratings were awarded: a good 8 megapixel camera with image stabilization, a bright display with a high resolution of 1920 × 1080 and sound quality when recording video and through the supplied headphones. The overall score is 4.44.

And unpleasantly surprised by the lack of button illumination.

In the mobile world, Apple sets the standard for usability, looks, camera quality and smartphone performance. In terms of satisfaction with product quality, this brand ranks first (according to J.D. Power statistics).

2. LG G6

Cost - 35 790 rubles.

The successor to the ill-fated G5 looks very solid with its glass panels on the front and back, metal sides and a large 5.7-inch 2880 × 1400 display. Add to appearance:

• long-lasting 3300mAh battery;
• fast Snapdragon 821 chipset;
• and a 13MP dual camera system with a standard 71mm lens and a 125mm wide-angle lens that captures stunning photos in virtually any lighting condition.

The result will be a device about which German experts can say "will give ist fiction". The only thing they could find fault with was the inability to use it with one hand, due to its large size. The final score of the LG G6 is 4.45 points lower than the winner of the rating.

LG is known for its innovations in the smartphone segment (it developed the world's first flexible mobile phone and modular phone), as well as inexpensive devices with very good batteries. It ranks fifth in the customer satisfaction rating, which is a very decent result, given the abundance of competing companies.

You can buy for 43,990 rubles.

This is the most reliable smartphone (overall score - 4.5), according to German experts who tested the devices on behalf of Roskachestvo. The S8 also tops the list in terms of price / quality.

It has a long list of benefits:

• premium design;
• a pair of gorgeous 12MP and 8MP cameras;
• long battery life with a capacity of 3000 mAh;
• waterproof and dustproof according to the IP68 class, which means half an hour of the phone's operation when immersed in water to a depth of 1.5 meters;
• powerful Snapdragon 835 processor and the latest version of Android;
• full package of useful options, including an iris scanner, wireless and fast charging functions.

What the testers were unhappy with: because of the huge 5.8-inch display with a resolution of 2960 × 1440, the phone is not very comfortable in the palm of your hand and for some it may feel like a shovel.

Samsung has a solid reputation for making phones with great cameras and great features. Although this is mainly due to devices from the top segment. Whenever Samsung announces a new flagship device, you know it will be a smartphone with more RAM, better processor, and one of the largest screens on the mobile market. However, in design and build quality, Samsung lags slightly behind HTC, Apple and even Nokia. According to J.D. Power. Samsung products scored 839 points of satisfaction out of 1000 possible and is only 1 point behind Apple.