10 smartphones cheaper than 10 thousand rubles

1. Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X

Budget smartphones: Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X

When it comes to affordable smartphones, the first thing that comes to mind is the Xiaomi brand, which has many models worth up to 10 thousand rubles. One of the best selling is the Redmi Note 4X. The device in a metal case has a 5.5-inch Full HD screen and is powered by a powerful 8-core Qualcomm chipset. Depending on the modification, 2 or 3 GB of RAM is available. The amount of flash memory also varies: 16, 32 or 64 GB (but the two older versions are more expensive). I would like to note a good camera and a capacious battery. Among the shortcomings, according to users, is the long charging of the device.

Specifications

Display: 5.5 inches (1,920 x 1,080 pixels).
Processor: Snapdragon 625.
Memory: from 2 GB of RAM, from 16 GB of ROM + microSD card.
Cameras: main - 13 Mp, front - 5 Mp.
Battery: 4 100 mAh.
OS: Android 7.0.
Price: from 8 618 rubles.

Want something more affordable? Pay attention to the usual Xiaomi Redmi 4X (from 7 400 rubles), it has a 5-inch screen and a slightly weaker chipset.

2. Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A

Budget smartphones: Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A

A budgetary device in a plastic case for metal. Similar to Note 4X, but weaker processor (Snapdragon 425). The amount of RAM is 2 or 3 GB, built-in - 16 or 32 GB. There is no fingerprint scanner.

Specifications

Display: 5.5 inches (1,280 x 720 pixels).
Processor: Snapdragon 425.
Memory: from 2 GB of RAM, from 16 GB of ROM + microSD card.
Cameras: main - 13 Mp, front - 5 Mp.
Battery: 3000 mAh.
OS: Android 7.1.
Price: from 6 380 rubles.

A more compact Redmi 5A (from 6 100 rubles) with a 5-inch screen is also available. And a more powerful version is Redmi Note 5A Prime (from 8,500 rubles for the version with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of flash memory, a 16 megapixel front camera, a Snapdragon 435 chipset).

3. Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus

The fresh model is distinguished by a screen with minimal frames (5.99 inches, 18: 9 ratio, resolution 2 160 × 1,080), a good 12 megapixel camera, a powerful Snapdragon 625 chipset, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of built-in memory. There is a modification with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of ROM, but it is more expensive than 10 thousand.

Specifications

Display: 5.99 inches (2,160 x 1,080 pixels).
Processor: Snapdragon 625.
Memory: 3 GB RAM, 32 GB ROM + microSD card.
Cameras: main - 12 Mp, front - 5.
Battery: 4000 mAh.
OS: Android 7.1.
Price: from 8 887 rubles.

4. Meizu M5s

Another popular Chinese brand offers many interesting state employees. Meizu M5s last year cost much more than 10 thousand, but now the price has changed. It is a relatively compact model with a 5, 2-inch HD screen, 3 GB of RAM and 16/32 GB of flash memory. A good MediaTek MT6753 chipset (8 cores) is used. Other pluses include support for fast charging mCharge, which is rare in this price range. The body is metal, the fingerprint scanner is located in the button under the screen (in my opinion, the most convenient option, but now it is rare).

Specifications

Display: 5.2 inches (1,280 x 720 pixels).
Processor: MediaTek MT6753.
Memory: 3 GB RAM, from 16 GB ROM + microSD card.
Cameras: main - 13 Mp, front - 5 Mp.
Battery: 3000 mAh.
OS: Android 6.0.
Price: from 5 863 rubles.

5. Meizu M6 Note

Fresh model with a Full HD screen and a capacious battery. Powered by a productive Snapdragon 625, is equipped with 3/4 GB of "RAM" and 16/32/64 GB of flash memory, depending on the modification. Of the features - a dual camera module (12 + 5 MP, good shooting even in the dark), a body made of durable and dirt-resistant polycarbonate, a fingerprint scanner under the screen.

Specifications

Display: 5.5 inches (1,920 x 1,080 pixels).
Processor: Snapdragon 625.
Memory: from 3 GB of RAM, from 16 GB of ROM + microSD card.
Cameras: main - 12 + 5 Mp, front - 16 Mp.
Battery: 4000 mAh.
OS: Android 7.1.
Price: from 7 778 rubles.

There is also a regular M6 (from 6,500 rubles), but in the minimum version it has only 2 GB of RAM and a weak MediaTek MT6750N chipset.

6. Samsung Galaxy J2 2018

Budget smartphones: Samsung Galaxy J2 2018

Spending less than 10 thousand rubles, you can even buy Samsung. But he will hopelessly give in to the "Chinese". The new 2018 Galaxy J2 has only 1.5 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal memory, a simple Snapdragon 425 processor (4 cores), a screen resolution of only 960 x 540 pixels.

Are there any advantages to the A-brand? Yes. It uses a triple SIM and memory card slot. This means you don't have to choose between a second SIM and a microSD card.

Specifications

Display: 5 inches (960 × 540 pixels).
Processor: Snapdragon 425.
Memory: 1.5 GB RAM, 16 GB ROM + microSD card.
Cameras: main - 8 Mp, front - 5 Mp.
Battery: 2 600 mAh.
OS: Android 7.1.
Price: 9,990 rubles.

7. LG K9

It outperforms the competitor from Samsung due to the screen resolution and the presence of a fingerprint scanner, but slightly lags behind in terms of hardware (Snapdragon 210). The cameras are mediocre, the card slot is also triple.

Specifications

Display: 5 inches (1 280 × 720 pixels).
Processor: Snapdragon 210.
Memory: 2 GB RAM, 16 GB ROM + microSD card.
Cameras: main - 8 Mp, front - 5 Mp.
Battery: 2,500 mAh.
OS: Android 7.1.
Price: 8 990 rubles.

8. Honor 7A Pro

A beautiful model with a fashionable now frameless display (18: 9) from a subsidiary brand of Huawei. Powered by fresh Android Oreo, has a high-quality camera. I note the fingerprint scanner on the back and good sound.

Specifications

Display: 5.7 inches (1,440 x 720 pixels).
Processor: Snapdragon 430.
Memory: 2 GB RAM, 16 GB ROM + microSD card.
Cameras: main - 13 Mp, front - 8 Mp.
Battery: 3000 mAh.
OS: Android 8.0.
Price: 8 990 rubles.

9. ASUS ZenFone 4 Max ZC520KL

Budget smartphones: ASUS ZenFone 4 Max ZC520KL

Perhaps the best budget smartphone - both the main camera with a dual module and the front camera are good. The model also stands out with a capacious (4 100 mAh) battery. It is noteworthy that the smartphone can be used as an external battery.

Specifications

Display: 5.2 inches (1,440 x 720 pixels).
Processor: Snapdragon 425.
Memory: 2 GB RAM, 16 GB ROM + microSD card.
Cameras: main - 13 + 13 Mp, front - 8 Mp.
Battery: 4 100 mAh.
OS: Android 7.0.
Price: 9,990 rubles.

10. Nokia 3

The Finnish brand is now owned by the Chinese and is far from its former glory. But we must give HMD Global its due: they produce quality and reliable smartphones at affordable prices. Nokia 3 is a compact model in a casing made of pleasant to the touch polycarbonate. Screen glass - Gorilla Glass. There is a minimum protection against splash water and dust (IP52).

The device is powered by a 4-core MediaTek chipset. OS - Android 7.1 without shell, upgrade to 8.0 is expected. The main camera is not enough stars from the sky, but users praise the wide-angle front module. Other advantages include high quality sound both through speakers and headphones, NFC support for contactless payment (a rarity in the budget segment). Disadvantages: no fingerprint sensor, low battery capacity.