Today, few people are surprised at the fact that the people around us have expensive smartphones with large displays, powerful processors and a huge variety of useful and not very applications installed in the system. The whole thing, and not only making calls and playing powerful games, consumes energy, which means that mobile gadgets need batteries with a good margin of power.
When choosing a smartphone, you need to pay attention not only to the "toughness" of its screen and maximum performance in games, but also to the amount of battery. Although, in fact, this is not entirely true. Duration autonomous work a gadget is determined not only by the maximum battery capacity, but also by the "gluttony" of the technical stuffing, as well as the efficiency of optimizing the system under which the device operates.
Considering all of the above, I bring to your attention a review of the 5 best smartphones in terms of battery life, which were selected by the well-known Western edition of Tom’sguide on the basis of testing among more than 30 models released not earlier than 2014.
Immediately, I note that all the tested gadgets were in equal conditions: the display brightness was set at 100 nits (average brightness on a modern PC monitor), the same level of network reception was selected, 4G LTE Internet was activated and the screen for web surfing was turned on.
I propose an overview of smartphones in descending order of the duration of their work.
1st place - Huawei Ascend Mate 2
I was able to hold out for 14 hours and 43 minutes. With a 6.1-inch display, it is far from the most powerful 4050mAh battery. But this was enough for him to become the leader in terms of the duration of work.
The device is equipped with a good 4-core Cortex-A7 processor with a frequency of 1.6 GHz, an IPS display with a resolution of 720x1280 pixels (241 ppi) and 2 cameras: the main one - 13 Mp with autofocus and LED backlight, the front one - 5 Mp. Memory in the device - 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of ROM expandable with a microSD card up to 64 GB. Huawei Ascend Mate 2 weighs no less for its dimensions - 202 g. Today, these are not the most outstanding characteristics, but they are quite sufficient for fast and comfortable operation of a "heavy" game.
An interesting feature is the PoweBank function. able to share the charge with another smartphone connected to it with a microUSB-to-microUSB cable.
The cost of Huawei Ascend Mate 2 on Aliexpress is about $ 350.
2nd place - OnePlus One
The second candidate lagged behind the leader a little, but showed quite a decent result, working for 13 hours 16 minutes. This is despite the fact that the battery capacity is only 3100 mAh.
OnePlus One is equipped with a 4-core Qualcomm processor Snapdragon 801, 2500 MHz, paired with the Adreno 330 video processor. The memory capacity - 3 GB of RAM and 64 GB of ROM - is quite a decent headroom for the 2014 model. The smartphone has perfect size screen - 5.5 inches. Matrix type IPS with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 with a density of 401 PPI.
Like most modern smartphones, it has two high-quality 13MP and 5MP cameras. The maximum video recording resolution of the main camera is 3840x2160 pixels.
We can say that the OnePlus One is the perfect phone for the money ($ 325).
3rd place - iPhone 6 Plus
"Apple" flagship was able to hold out for exactly 10 hours. It is equipped with the most powerful battery among all previous models of iPhones - 2915 mAh.
The screen has a diagonal of 5.5 inches (also the largest in the iPhone lineup). Its technical characteristics are similar to the OnePlus One model, and the cost on Aliexpress is from $ 880
Naturally, Apple's own A8 processor, 1400 MHz with 2 cores, is paired with the PowerVR GX6450 accelerator. The main camera is equipped with an 8 megapixel matrix, and the front camera is only 1.2 megapixels. It seems to be not outstanding characteristics, but the presence optical stabilization and high-quality autofocus, makes the camera one of the best among the tested models. The maximum resolution for video recording is 1920 x 1080.
It should be noted that the younger model lasted only 7 and a half hours.
4th place - Samsung Galaxy S5
Yes, yes, it was the S5 that took 4th place with a score of 9 hours 42 minutes. He was slightly ahead of his more modern counterparts and. The battery capacity of the device is 2800 mAh and it is replaceable.
The original devices are equipped with an Exynos 5 Octa 5422 processor, 4 cores of which operate at 1.9 MHz (Cortex-A15), and the remaining 4 at 1.3 MHz (Cortex-A7). GPU Mali-T628 MP6 is working on the graphics.
Has an excellent 16 MP camera with autofocus and the ability to shoot video in modes [email protected] and [email protected] Focusing is carried out in 0.3 s, there are a large number of shooting modes (HDR (Rich tone), you can choose the depth of focus after shooting.
The display is 5.1 inches, it is equipped with a Super AMOLED matrix with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels. Memory capacity: 2GB RAM and 16GB expandable ROM microSD cards up to 128 GB. The cost of a refurbished S5 smartphone on Aliexpress is from $ 250.
5th place - Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge
With a 2600 mAh battery, it lasted 8 hours 57 minutes during the tests, which is 30 minutes longer than the battery life of the younger Galaxy models S6. Also not bad considering its performance level and not the most powerful battery.
The main feature of this model is a 5.1-inch Super AMOLED screen with a resolution of 2560x1440 and a pixel density of 577 PPI, rounded at the ends. The maximum brightness is 600cd / m2. For its protection, the most advanced Gorilla Glass 4 coating is used.
The workhorse of the S6 Edge is Samsung processor Exynos 7 Octa 7420.4 Cortex-A53 cores + 4 Cortex-A57 cores operating at frequencies of 1.5-2.5 MHz. Video processor - GPU Mali-T760.
For maximum performance, Samsung has equipped this model 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of ROM, but not expandable with memory cards.
It is worth noting that the Sansung Galaxy S6 Edge is by far the most productive smartphone, outperforming such giants as the iPhone 6 and Htc one M9.
A brilliant 16MP camera, a fingerprint reader and wireless phone charging are the ultimate proof that the S6 Edge is the best in its class! The only limiting factor is the considerable cost of the gadget - $ 650.
As you can see, the most modern smartphones are not always the most optimal options... In terms of performance, they certainly lead and give odds to earlier models, but if you need a gadget that, with good technical characteristics works for a long time, then it is worth "going back to the past."
The following facts also speak in favor of the "offer" to buy long-running smartphones:
- Firstly, according to statistics, most users do not need a super-powerful device at all, but the operating time of mobile equipment is important for every person.
- Secondly, all latest models have a prohibitive cost, designed for special "connoisseurs" who are not limited in funds.
Answering the question "What would you like to improve in your smartphone?", The majority speaks about autonomy. Camera quality, processor power, volume random access memory- they all seem to have reached a good level, even among mid-budget devices. But the battery life of the smartphone still leaves a lot to be desired, not going to compare with our first phones, which had to be charged once a week. Thinking about it, the guys from Phonearena decided to look into their extensive database and make a rating of the autonomy of smartphones. When reviewing each device, they run a special script that simulates Internet surfing until the battery is completely discharged, based on this data, the next chart is built. So, Top devices that will not make you frantically look for an outlet when entering the room.
Unexpectedly, the first place was taken by a budget smartphone from the Chinese company Lenovo. For just $ 250, the user can get a 5.3-inch HD screen, stereo speakers, aluminum back cover as well as a 4000 mAh battery. The latter, in turn, provides 15-16 hours of screen operation from a single charge, or 3-4 days of battery life in an average mode of use. Such figures cannot but shock!
Next comes a smartphone from the same manufacturer, the Lenovo P780. And again, an HD display (though only 5 inches) and a 4000 mAh battery. Just $ 220 - and 15 hours of browsing in your pocket.
The 6.1-inch phablet puts the Ascend Mate in the niche category. Nevertheless, the 3900 mAh battery gives the user more than 11 hours of screen life. And this autonomy may well compensate for the not very convenient dimensions of the smartphone.
6 inches, 2 SIM-cards, more than 10 hours of screen life or about three days in average use. Sony Xperia T2 Ultra is excellent workhorse, showing one of the best battery life, even among tablets. What else can you add?
This smartphone from the Finnish company could even be placed in the first place if it was not the actual operating time that had to be compared, but the ratio of the operating time to the battery capacity. The Lumia 635 delivers over 9.5 hours of screen life with a battery capacity of only 1830 mAh. Screen with a diagonal of 4.5 inches, support for LTE networks, low price. Its only drawback is Windows Phone as operating system, but its latest version is 8.1.
So, while Samsung, HTC and even Google are introducing energy-saving modes and their capabilities into gadgets, and others are trying to make a phone as thick as a sheet, the Top 5 standalone smartphones are devices from completely different companies. Is this surprising? Probably not. The idea that the Chinese offer more for less has long been firmly entrenched in the mind. It remains only so that in this consciousness there are no questions about the quality of the resulting product.
6. Sony Xperia M2 (9 hours 19 minutes)
7. Sony Xperia C (about 9 hours)
8. LG G2 mini (8 hours 32 minutes)
9. Hero (8 hours 11 minutes)
10. Sony Xperia Z2 (8 hours 10 minutes)
11. Motorola Moto E (8 hours 8 minutes)
12. Oppo N1 (just over 8 hours)
13. Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Neo (8 hours 6 minutes)
14. OnePlus One (8 hours 5 minutes)
15. Sony Xperia E (about 8 hours)
16.Samsung Galaxy S5 (7 hours 38 minutes, no power saving mode)
17.HTC One Max (7.5 hours)
18.Samsung Galaxy S5 Active (7 hours 18 minutes)
19.LG G Flex (unspecified)
20. Motorola Moto G (7 hours 12 minutes)
21. HTC One (M8) (just over 7 hours, no power saving mode)
22.Samsung Galaxy Pocket Neo (just over 7 hours)
23. Motorola DROID MAXX (almost 7 hours)
24. LG G2 (6 hours 50 minutes)
25. LG G Pro 2 (6 hours 50 minutes)
26. LG Optimus L7 II (unspecified)
27. Huawei Ascend P7 (over 6.5 hours)
28. HTC Desire 700 (not specified)
29.Samsung Galaxy Note II (6 hours 15 minutes)
30. LG G3 (just over 6 hours)
31. HTC DESIRE 816 (6 hours 11 minutes)
32. HTC DESIRE 300 (just over 6 hours)
33. Oppo R819 (just over 6 hours)
34.Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (unspecified)
35.Samsung Galaxy Ace 3 (unspecified)
36. Oppo Find 7a (just over 6 hours)
37.Sony Xperia L (exactly 6 hours)
Tell us in the comments if you are satisfied with the rating of your gadget, do you plan to climb a few steps higher in the near future, or are you waiting for the approximation of which various studies regularly promise us?
Most standalone smartphones... Find yours among them Sergey Burovtsov
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1 - A very popular smartphone;
2 - The largest diagonal;
3 - Phablet with the highest autonomy.
In a crisis, budget smartphones have become very popular. A number of companies, such as Lenovo, Xiaomi and many others, are increasingly offering quality models for sale at affordable prices. They are gradually gaining a foothold in the market leaders for low-cost mobile devices.
Now budget smartphones are considered models that are sold for less than 10 thousand rubles. For such a price it is quite possible to buy good device... There are models with good shooting quality and productive solutions on the market. There are even inexpensive smartphones with a metal body.
Low cost is achieved by saving on individual components. Therefore, there are no balanced budget phones. There are obvious disadvantages in them, but such solutions also have advantages. It all depends on what the manufacturer will focus on. Some smartphones demonstrate high quality of images from the camera, others last longer in active use mode, and so on. This rating is intended to help people choose a budget device suitable for their requirements.
Rating of inexpensive smartphones with good shooting quality
The final quality of images from a smartphone is influenced by four criteria: the matrix, the installed optical system, the hardware capabilities of the processor and the software algorithms for processing the frame. Matrices are divided into two types: CCD and CMOS. In budget smartphones, the second is more often installed. This is due to its lower cost.
The quality of a sensor is determined by two factors: size and resolution. The detail of the final image depends on the first. For first-tier smartphones, this figure ranges from 1 / 2.6 to 1 / 2.3 inches. For budget devices, the size of the matrix should be close to this one.
The sensor resolution affects only the size of the final frames, it does not determine their quality. Therefore, the number of megapixels of the camera is not that significant. For high-quality shooting in high definition the matrix needs to capture a lot of light. It is physically difficult to install such a system in a smartphone. Therefore, the optimal value is considered a resolution of 8 to 12 megapixels.
The ranking includes inexpensive smartphones, whose photo quality is not much worse than that of expensive ones. Their main focus is on the camera. The presented models will be of interest to people interested in a cheap smartphone with a decent camera.
Assessment (2018): 4.4
Advantages: Smartphone with the best front camera
Manufacturer country: South Korea, but manufactured in the PRC
This budget smartphone is ideal for selfies. The manufacturer has done a lot of work on the software component of the photo, thanks to which pretty good shots are obtained from the device. In addition, when shooting with the front camera, the screen partially replaces the flash. During photography, its brightness is set to maximum. There is a function of shutter release using gestures. The smartphone opens the rating and takes the third place, thanks to the wide shooting possibilities.
Assessment (2018): 4.6
Advantages: Better performance
Manufacturer country: China
Meizu has become famous for producing powerful phones at affordable prices. This also applies to the M3 model. The smartphone has a fingerprint sensor, which is rarely found in budget devices. A 13 MP sensor is used as a rear camera, an 8 MP sensor as a front one. There is an original technology for correcting faces for selfies. Thanks to its high performance with good photo capabilities, the smartphone takes the second place in the rating.
Assessment (2018): 4.7
Advantages: Camera with optimal aperture (f / 2.0)
Manufacturer country: China
The top of the rating is occupied by a smartphone from ASUS. It is similar in design to others. mobile devices company: rounded edges and glossy finish. Outwardly, it looks quite stylish and "expensive". The main focus of the manufacturer is on the camera. On the back is a powerful two-section flash. There is the possibility of shooting in HDR. The f / 2.0 aperture allows you to take quality shots without color distortion. The smartphone uses special algorithms for image processing aimed at software improvement of their quality.
Top cheap smartphones with high battery life
The capacity of the battery is determined by the capacity. According to the majority of users, the duration of the smartphone's operation directly depends on it. This is true, but only partially. If a smartphone has a large screen diagonal, a productive processor and a 4200 mAh battery capacity, then it will last less on one charge than a model with a lower power and a smaller display.
In some smartphones, the manufacturer relies on battery life. They are represented in this top. For example, OUKITEL K6000 Pro has such a capacious battery that it can recharge other devices.
Assessment (2018): 4.0
Advantages: The cheapest smartphone with high autonomy
Manufacturer country: Netherlands, but manufactured in China
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The smartphone has a battery with a declared capacity of 5000 mAh. It will be enough for several days of active use of the device. Otherwise, this is an ordinary budget smartphone with a high-quality screen, but weak performance. For high autonomy at an affordable price, he is awarded a bronze medal, opening this top.
Assessment (2018): 4.5
Advantages: Highest performance
Manufacturer country: China
Lenovo did not bet on a large battery capacity, but on software and hardware optimization of the smartphone. As a result, the device can work up to five days in standby mode. The smartphone has good performance for a model with high autonomy. It will not be enough for games, but it will be enough for everyday needs with a margin.
Assessment (2018): 4.6
Advantages: The smartphone with the most capacious battery
Manufacturer country: China
This smartphone has the most capacious 6000 mAh battery. Other aspects of the device are also at their best: 3 GB of RAM and powerful processor... The smartphone has a good 13MP camera. And its feature is the ability to recharge other devices. It is the high autonomy that allowed the smartphone to establish itself on the first line of the top.
Rating of budget smartphones, taking into account the opinions of buyers
Assessment (2018): 4.5
Advantages: The most compact rating model
Manufacturer country: South Korea, but manufactured in Vietnam
Contrary to general trends, Samsung has released a smartphone with a very modest screen size - only 4.5 inches. Thanks to the small diagonal, the device is compact and lightweight. The smartphone is ranked third. It cannot boast of high performance, but it has a battery and quality camera... The smartphone demonstrates high autonomy.
Assessment (2018): 4.8
Advantages: Optimal smartphone for social networks
Manufacturer country: South Korea, but made in China
This smartphone will delight fans of social networks. It does not differ in high performance, but the manufacturer did not emphasize on this. The smartphone supports the operation of two SIM-cards, a high-quality matrix with a resolution of 720p is installed. Outwardly, the device looks good, and Android 6.0 is responsible for its work. This is a youth solution from the budget segment. For focus on social networks the smartphone is awarded a silver rating medal.
Assessment (2018): 4.8
Advantages: High performance for little money
Manufacturer country: China
Xiaomi's Redmi lineup includes budget phones with high performance, which in terms of functionality can be compared with the flagship models. This smartphone even has a fingerprint sensor. In addition, he has high quality screen with 720p resolution, good camera and nice design. Numerous reviews speak exclusively in favor of the smartphone. For high performance at an affordable price, the device becomes the winner of the rating.
Top budget phablets
From year to year there is a tendency to increase the diagonal of the screen in the manufactured phones. Now there is a separate subspecies - phablets. These are smartphones with displays from 5.5 inches. They are closer to tablets in size, but still more compact. It is more convenient to watch movies and flip through texts on phablets, in comparison with ordinary smartphones. This top consists of them.
Assessment (2018): 4.5
Advantages: The phablet with the highest autonomy
Manufacturer country: China
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Hard to do powerful smartphone with large display that will work for a long time. But HOMTOM did it. In addition to the capacious battery, the phablet demonstrates good software and technical optimization. The smartphone battery will last for 5 hours of active use. And in normal mode, the smartphone will work for several days. For high autonomy, this phablet takes the third position in this top.
Assessment (2018): 4.5
Advantages: Largest diagonal
Manufacturer country: China
This phablet has a display of just under seven inches. It is almost identical in size to tablets. This smartphone has weak performance, it will be convenient for surfing the Internet and watching videos. Its power is not enough for games. A chip from Qualcomm is installed as a processor, which is characterized by lower power consumption when compared to MTK. But the phablet does not work very long anyway, the battery capacity is only 3480 mAh. And the device takes the second line of the top because of the record large screen.
Assessment (2018): 4.6
Advantages: Very popular smartphone
Manufacturer country: China
By appearance the device looks like a stretched iPhone 5C. But in terms of technical equipment, it greatly surpasses it. The phablet is equipped with a high-quality FHD screen with good viewing angles. The smartphone has a powerful processor that can handle even games. Front-camera by 8 MP, and the rear by 13 MP. This is the best phablet of the top presented. In addition, it is in high demand by users, there are many reviews and reviews on the net.
