15 best smartphones up to 15,000 rubles

The average price segment of the market includes smartphones, whose combination of price and quality will suit most users. And devices costing from 12,000 to 15,000 rubles - the very beginning of the "middling". This is not a budget segment, but so far not a strong middle class. Here you can already find successful models that can perfectly cope with the functions assigned to them, be productive and high-quality. In general, this sector of the market is the golden mean for those who want to find a really good model for little money.

But this price segment is firmly occupied by a multitude of companies. And, as a rule, they are Chinese manufacturers who can afford to lower the price, unlike other companies. How to choose among such a variety of models and characteristics? This will help you our rating of the best smartphones up to 15,000 rubles. We have included only the most successful options in several categories - by screen size, battery, camera quality and level of security. Smartphones with NFC technology, which allows using contactless payment directly from the phone, also fell into a separate category.

Best smartphones up to 15,000 rubles with a powerful battery

We start with smartphones designed to solve the main problem of modern portable electronics - short battery life. In this section - smartphones with a minimum battery capacity not lower than 3500 mA / h. This is quite enough to hold out longer than all other devices without recharging. But it is worth remembering that the operating time depends not only on the battery, but also on the diagonal, optimization, and many other parameters.

3 Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017)

Opens the rating of the best smartphones costing up to 15,000 rubles a device that has excellent performance with a quite tolerable battery size. Despite 3600 mAh, the gadget deservedly got into the rating of models with a good battery. In the reviews, customers indicate that even with very active use, the battery discharges rather slowly, so you should pay tribute to the Koreans. They optimized the product just fine.

The model has a 5.5-inch AMOLED screen with low power consumption and a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. It is quite bright and nice looking. The characteristics are rather average - only 16 GB of internal memory with a decent 3 GB RAM. But I am glad that there is a separate slot for a memory card, which will expand the capabilities of the device. In the reviews repeatedly flashed laudatory words addressed to the main camera. And she deserves it - with a modest 13 megapixels, she is able to take great pictures. Pleases and the front camera on the same 13 megapixels - self-quality results.

2 Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus

Silver award - for a strong middling, in some ways overtaking even the leader of the rating. The Chinese have an impressive 4000 mAh battery. But it is worth remembering that a large IPS-screen by 5.99 inches and with a resolution of FullHD (1920x1080) actively eats up the battery. However, this does not prevent him from working for 1.5 days without recharging. By the way, in the reviews, it was the display of the model that gathered a lot of positive reviews for bright colors and excellent quality.

The smartphone runs on Android 7.1.2 - not the latest version, but more is not needed for this device. The memory of the model is excellent - 64 gigabytes of internal and 4 GB of RAM. In this case, the processor is on 8 cores and with a frequency of 2 GHz. So with the performance of the device problems are definitely not. As with communication, all necessary protocols are supported. The cameras are not perfect, but for such a smartphone this is not a critical loss - the front-end for 5 megapixels makes quite good selfies, and the main one for 12 megapixels is quite decent photos and even video. In general, this is the best quality for the money. Among the shortcomings - it’s impossible to use a memory card and two SIM cards at once, you will have to choose. And there is no NFC in the model.

1 ASUS ZenFone Max Pro ZB602KL

And the first place is deservedly occupied by this model with a really large battery with a capacity of 5000 mA / h. But this is not its only advantage. The smartphone and generally quite reliable, productive and easy to use. The device has an impressive IPS-screen on 6 inches with a resolution of 2160x1080 pixels and the operating system Android 8.1. The model is relatively new, so I received the latest firmware and all related technical amenities. And the large size is almost invisible - the screen is elongated and has a slightly non-standard resolution, so keeping the smartphone quite comfortable. I am glad that there is NFC.

Specifications are certainly pleased - on board the leader of the category of 32 gigabytes of internal memory and 3 GB of RAM, as well as an eight-core processor at 1.8 GHz. At the same time, the drive can be expanded with a microSD card, for which there is a separate slot that does not affect the two ports for SIM cards. There is also a dual 13 MP main camera and a good 5 MP front camera, and both are equipped with LED flashes. With the connection everything is fine, as it should be. In the reviews, customers emphasize that the smartphone is really high-quality and reliable, and the battery lasts a long time.

Best smartphones up to 15,000 rubles with a large screen

The phone has long been used not only for calls. Social networks, browsing, games, videos - all this is easier to do on the big screen. Fortunately, the choice is huge. We have selected for you the TOP-3 devices with a screen larger than 5.5 inches, each of which has its own peculiarity.

3 Xiaomi Mi Max 2

Chinese smartphone with a truly giant IPS-screen - 6.44 inches with FullHD resolution (1920x1080). At the same time, the model has excellent characteristics for phablet. In particular, the processor on 8 cores with a frequency of 2 GHz and 4 GB RAM. The built-in drive can hold up to 64 GB of data, while it can be expanded with a memory card (instead of one of the SIM cards). Such characteristics are supported by a 5300 mAh battery, and good optimization allows the smartphone to work up to 2-3 days.

The device is pleased with the build quality, excellent performance and large screen size. With proper skill, it is quite capable of replacing the tablet and even a laptop. But even there it was not without flaws - users in the reviews complain that the model has a slippery body. Since the screen diagonal is quite large, and to control the gadget with one hand is not so convenient, it is already of great importance. And the smartphone is not a very good camera, although the module has 12 megapixels. Frontalka is the most common - 5 megapixels provide decent picture quality.

2 LG Q6a M700

Smartphone representative from LG. Model Q6a takes the soul at first sight. The gorgeous 5.5 inch display with an 18: 9 aspect ratio looks very fresh. Before him, these were only a few flagships. Due to this aspect ratio, the device case turned out to be very compact, it is convenient to use it. Yes, the back cover is plastic, but the aluminum frame pleasantly cools the hand. In addition, Q6a shockproof. The car, of course, does not cost to move it, but it will withstand a fall from a height of a couple of meters onto the asphalt.

Filling. I would like more powerful, but the Qualcomm budget processor responds smartly in any applications, without causing any complaints. Even play on the "minimum salary" succeed.

The disadvantages are to record the lack of a USB Type-C port. Still, by the end of 2017, I would like to see it in all new smartphones.

1 Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X 64Gb + 4Gb

No rating can do without Xiaomi today. So the leader of the top best smartphones with a large screen becomes the representative of this Chinese company. The screen features are familiar: 5.5 ’FullHD. For the case, it is still as usual for Xiaomi - a pleasant metal everywhere. It looks stylish, nice, and in the hand is comfortable.

But the filling is unusual. The MediaTek Helio X20 processor is strange to see, because the company has always put Qualcomm chips. However, the manufacturer of SoC is not so important, because with 4 GB of RAM, this monster digests almost any applications and games. There are also no complaints to the communication modules. Good Note 4X and its battery. 4100 mAh is enough for a couple of days of low-intensity work, and the light day the device will last even for the most demanding users.

Best smartphones up to 15,000 rubles with a good camera

Smartphones have long been forced out of the market compact "soap dish". According to the photo capabilities, these classes of devices do not practically differ, but why buy a separate camera if it already exists in the smartphone. The latter, moreover, is almost always under the owner, which means the probability of missing a good frame is much less.

3 Samsung Galaxy J5 (2017) 16Gb

The representative of the updated line of budget smartphones from Koreans opens the rating. Model J5 received a more pleasant design, corresponding to the new corporate identity. Aluminum housing, which is very nice. The screen is the smallest in the class - only 5.2 inches. Another would be more resolution than HD - it would be generally excellent. Stuffing standard: 8-core processor, clocked at 1.6 GHz, 2 GB RAM. Works smartly, but not perfect. By communication everything is fine. From now on, even the Samsung Pay payment system is supported.

Although we are more interested in the camera. The main 13 megapixel (f / 1.7) module shoots well during the day and is expected to be “noisy” in case of insufficient lighting. I am glad about the quality of video recording: not all phones of even a higher class can write FullHD 60 fps. Front-line also 13 Mp, but the quality of the pictures on it is somewhat worse. But there are two flashes - front and back, selfies should like it.

2 Xiaomi Mi A1

Deserved second place - the Chinese gadget with excellent features. Smartphone honestly deserves to be ranked in the top. It has the following specifications: 64 GB drive, 4 GB of RAM and a processor with 8 cores and a frequency of 2 GHz. The screen is IPS, 5.5 inches in size and with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels, while the image quality is simply excellent. In stock fingerprint scanner. Work is provided with the average accumulator for 3080 mA / h.

Dual camera in a gadget is a popular trend that has reached the flagship smartphones to the average price category. Both modules have 12 megapixels, which provides excellent quality photos. Among the settings you can find the effect of blurring the background - suitable for beautiful portrait shots. The camera also supports dual optical zoom without much loss of quality. Naturally, it is not perfect - in the reviews, customers note that the software is lame, but it can be replaced.The front camera is the most common - 5 megapixels without flash.

1 Meizu M6 Note 16GB

Expectedly the best camera has a Chinese from Meizu, able to contend with other representatives of the category of "camera phones" of the middle segment. The technical characteristics are pretty simple: 16 gigabyte drive, 3 gigabytes of RAM and an eight-core processor at 2 GHz. The 5.5-inch IPS display supports a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. Performance pleases - no suspensions or other problems, but the memory is still not enough. You'll have to choose whether to use two SIM cards or insert a microSD card. Available also accurate and very convenient fingerprint scanner. Supports the smartphone battery 4000 mAh.

Actually, the camera at the smartphone is double - there are modules for 12 and 5 megapixels. Aperture - F / 1.9, which allows you to make better quality pictures even with not very good lighting. There are various settings and background blur effect. With poor lighting, you can use the LED flash. The front camera is great - 16 megapixels, but there is no flash. But there are all the necessary settings for creating great selfies.

The best protected smartphones up to 15,000 rubles

Secure phones can survive anything. They have a shockproof housing, dust and moisture protection in accordance with IP68. They fall, bathe with the owners and roll in the dust, snow ... And still work! These are models designed for active people who do not need much from the phone - just to call and work. We represent the TOP-3 best protected smartphones up to 15,000 rubles, coping with all the conditions set. But it is worth understanding that really protected smartphones rarely have high technical characteristics.

3 Ginzzu RS9602

The first since the end in the rating of protected smartphones is up to 15,000 rubles. Unfortunately, it has only quite good water protection. There is no talk about shock resistance. This smartphone is a novelty on the market with the freshest Android 8.1 operating system and an impressive appearance. Under the “hood” of a smartphone - 2 gigabytes of RAM and 16 gigabytes of storage for files. Little, but the latter can be expanded with a memory card. The processor is also not very - only 1.5 GHz for 4 cores. Oddly enough, the model has a fingerprint scanner.

The device has the largest display in the category - 5.7 centimeters, but the resolution for them is only 1440x720 pixels. However, the picture is not blurred and not “grained”. The model has a mediocre camera - both at 8 megapixels. And if this is enough for a selfie, it is not for a full-fledged rear camera.

2 Blackview BV6000

Bright and stylish shockproof and waterproof smartphone that honestly takes second place in the category. The screen size is only 4.7 inches with a resolution of 1280x720 pixels, but the image is quite high-quality and looks decent. On the sides there are aluminum lining required for reliability. Naturally, there are certain drawbacks in the assembly. For example, sometimes the rim on an aluminum lining can be sharp rather than smooth.

The smartphone allows you to use two SIM cards at once. The software is somewhat outdated - the smartphone is running Android 6.0. But the model has a good processor - 8 cores and 2 GHz. At the same time, the RAM of the smartphone is 3 gigabytes, and the built-in memory is 32 gigabytes. But it can be expanded - there is a separate slot for this. The camera is not bad installed - a mediocre module with 13 megapixels. The front camera is standard, with 5 megapixels.

1 AGM A8

And the first among the “non-killed” smartphones up to 15,000 rubles becomes this device. It looks impressive, it breaks down very long and reluctantly, so it will easily endure any kind of life. At the same time it has quite decent technical characteristics for such a device. It supports two SIM cards and one memory card, it works for several days thanks to a 4050 mA / h battery.The smartphone is set to a screen of 5 inches with a resolution of 1280x720 pixels. The responses say that the model has a mediocre sound, and there is no event indicator in it at all, which is a weighty minus.

The processor is weak - only a quad at 1.2 GHz. But the RAM is 3 GB, and the drive is 32 GB with the ability to insert a memory card. Oddly enough, the smartphone has a fully functional 13 megapixel camera. She will not take great pictures, but you can take a picture of the notes or an important announcement. On the front camera is not worth talking about - its 2 megapixels are not enough for that. There is NFC, but very stripped down - it supports only certain payment methods, which are not included Android Pay.

Best smartphones up to 15,000 rubles with NFC technology

NFC technology allows you to pay for purchases or travel directly from your smartphone. Some time ago only expensive flagships were equipped with this feature. But today, the future is already very close, so the technology is available even on inexpensive middle-class models. And we selected the three best devices that support it. It would seem, why allocate such devices in a separate category top? But technology is not the whole component of a smartphone, so we will choose the best gadget from the best ones that support contactless payment.

3 Nokia 6

Opens the TOP-3 smartphones with NFC technology interesting model, which could be with a stretch attributed to the budget. The classic company Nokia has decided to release quite a good smartphone by 5.5 inches. And it turned out - on board the device has 3 GB of RAM, a 32 GB drive with the ability to insert a memory card, and another inefficient processor with 8 cores, four of which operate at 1.4 GHz, and four more - 1.1 GHz. So the device of stars from the sky is not enough, although it deserves a place in the rating. IPS-screen, in turn, has a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels, which allows you to produce an excellent picture.

The camera is good - 16 megapixels with proper configuration give quite high-quality shots. Front-line 8 megapixel makes great selfie. And the camera has plenty of settings, so you can safely create. By the way, it will take a long time to create - a 3000 mA / h battery can work for a sufficient amount of time without recharging thanks to a good optimization of the phone. Naturally, there is NFC and quite a good fingerprint sensor. Users praise the gadget in reviews, noting that it supports the company's image of Nokia with quality and solid design.

2 Nubia Z17 mini

Last year's semi-budget model, which can easily show the class to newcomers on the market. It works under Android 6.0, which is rather strange for a modern smartphone. But despite the outdated system has excellent characteristics. On board - 4 GB of RAM and an eight-core processor with four cores at 1.8 GHz and four - at 1.25 GHz. The IPS-screen is rather small, which is convenient for owners of small hands - only 5.2 inches. But it supports a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels. In the presence of an excellent fingerprint scanner and NFC-tag.

The cameras in the smartphone are unusual. Rear - double, each module of 13 megapixels. Conveniently, the model has optical stabilization - it helps to take better pictures or shoot video. The flash is double. The front camera, in turn, has 16 megapixels. There is no flash. In the reviews, the opinions of people were divided - someone gives the camera not very high-quality pictures, but someone is delighted with her work. But in general, almost everyone notes that the phone in terms of price-quality ratio turned out to be excellent.

1 Honor 9 lite

And finally, the leader of the rating, the owner of the best technical characteristics in addition to the NFC technology is the Honor 9 Lite smartphone. This is a fairly new device that works on Android 8.0 and has an elongated screen of 5.65 inches with a screen resolution of 2160x1080 pixels. In general, the smartphone is convenient and practical, it lies well in the hand. Gadget owners write in reviews that they like the unusual design of the device, not like the others in the same price category. And in general, according to buyers, the device is very good and worth the money.

And now a little more about the technical characteristics. On board a smartphone that falls under our price category, there is a processor for 8 cores, four cores of which operate at 2.36 GHz, and another four - at 1.7 GHz. He is helped by a dual-core graphics chip and 3 gigabytes of RAM. The volume of the same drive - 32 gigabytes with the possibility of expanding MicroSD. You can either insert two SIM cards inside, or one + memory card. There is a good dual camera with 13 and 2 megapixel modules, which quite well supports macro mode. The front camera is on the same 13 megapixels. In this case, both cameras Honor 9 Lite has a lot of very different settings. And autonomy is supported by a 3000 mA / h battery.

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