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The rapid development of the Chinese mobile device market contributes not only to excellent quantitative indicators of production development, but also to their qualitative growth. An analysis of smartphones released in 2018-2019 showed that the number of gadgets with decent technical characteristics far exceeded the number of frankly weak devices. Very successful solutions have also appeared that can compete with famous brands.

It’s easy to get confused among the abundance of gadgets, given the fact that even in certain price or target niches there are dozens, if not hundreds of models. The study of technical parameters, popularity, owner reviews and price components made it possible to compile the TOP 10 most successful models of 2018-2019, as well as a rating of the best smartphones according to the most important indicators.

TOP 10 most popular Chinese smartphones

Xiaomi Redmi 4X

Redmi 4X is one of the best-selling smartphones of the past year, continuing Xiaomi’s victorious march in the Russian market, begun by the legendary Redmi Note 3 Pro. Considering its reasonable price, you won’t be able to get your hands on this gadget even if you want to – it has balanced characteristics, high-quality assembly, and regular updates with the ability to install many third-party firmware. There are simply no worthy alternatives to Redmi 4X in the price segment up to 10 thousand rubles. And if you want, you can buy it even cheaper - for 7/8 thousand

Meizu M6 Note

We consider the Meizu M6 Note to be the closest competitor to Redmi 4X. Moreover, Meizu’s first smartphone with a Snapdragon processor is superior to 4X in some characteristics - it has fast charging and a dual camera, and in general the photos on the M6 ​​Note are much better. But it costs more, about 3-4 thousand rubles. Among the major differences between smartphones, we note the location of the fingerprint scanner - in Meiza it is built into a mechanical key located under the screen, while in Xiaomi the scanner is located on the back cover, and the firmware is Flyme and MIUI. In all other respects, these smartphones are approximately equivalent.

Huawei Nova 2

In the “above average” price segment, smartphones from Huawei traditionally rule the roost; the first model included in our rating is Nova 2. This is a smartphone in a compact metal case with a dual main camera, a large amount of memory (64/4 GB) and a powerful processor. If you want to purchase a hassle-free smartphone that will perform well in any use scenario, buy Nova 2 and you won’t regret it. Among the pitfalls, it is worth taking into account the not very outstanding battery life (2950 mAh battery, fast charging is present) and a somewhat inflated, in our opinion, price tag of around 20 thousand rubles.

Xiaomi Mi6

The flagship Mi6 concentrates all the strengths of Xiaomi smartphones. It is head and shoulders above other competitors in terms of price/quality ratio, since there is not a single other smartphone on the market that for 26 thousand rubles will give you a top-end Snapdragon 835 processor, a ton of memory, stereo speakers and excellent battery life. Let's blame the Mi6 for the lack of a 3.5 mm jack (included is an adapter for USB-C) and the camera is not as cool as other flagships. But this is nitpicking. This smartphone will please anyone, even the most demanding user.

One Plus 5

One Plus 5 is a good smartphone, but controversial. It copies Apple's design, does not provide the user with water resistance, stereo speakers, and does not have memory card support. Compared to the flagship from Xiaomi, these disadvantages can become critical, but there are advantages. In particular, pure Android version 7.1.1, the best camera among Chinese flagships, which pleases not only with high-quality pictures, but also with lightning-fast operating speed, as well as an AMOLED display, which has a positive effect on the autonomy of the gadget. One of the advantages of One Plus 5 is the presence of a traditional 3.5 headphone jack.

Motorola Moto Z2 Play

After the American brand Motorola was bought by Lenovo, the once iconic company can safely be included in the camp of Chinese manufacturers - all Lenovo smartphones are now released under the name Moto. One of the most successful results of such cooperation is the Moto Z2 Play - a smartphone that supports replaceable modules, has good battery life, a camera, excellent sound quality in headphones and an AMOLED display. Disadvantages - mediocre performance for a price of 25 thousand (Z2 Play is equipped with a Snapdragon 626 processor), and not the most powerful main speaker.

Motorola Moto Z2 Play

ZTE Nubia Z17

Smartphones from the Nubia line from ZTE have always been good flagships that, even without aggressive marketing from the manufacturer, found their loyal users. The Z17 is a continuation of the very successful Nubia Z11 model, in which nothing has changed dramatically, and everything that was good has become even a little better. There is a powerful Snapdragon 835, 128/8 GB of memory, a dual camera and an excellent frameless design. But there is no 3.5 mm headphone jack, which looks somewhat strange in the absence of moisture protection as such.

Huawei Honor 9

Honor 9 is a very cool smartphone. It looks cool and stylish, has an excellent camera (20+12 MP), good performance (chipset – Kirin 960), sufficient memory (64/4 GB) and fast charging.

In fact, this is an ideal choice for everyone who does not want to pay exorbitant amounts of money for flagship models, overpaying for an overly powerful processor and numbers of unnecessary characteristics, but at the same time wants to get almost all the advantages inherent in them.

Xiaomi Mi Max 2

Mi Max 2 is the best shovel phone of 2017 on the market. Xiaomi gave customers everything they could want from a similar smartphone with a price tag of less than 20 thousand rubles. Judge for yourself - 6.4 inch screen, Snapdragon 625, 64/4 GB of memory with expandability, 5300 mAh battery with fast charging, stereo speakers. We recommend Mi Max 2 to everyone who is looking for the optimal device for consuming multimedia content. The only complaint we can make is the lack of an NFC module.

Chinese smartphones with powerful batteries

The trend towards larger screens and increased productivity of mobile devices leads to the fact that some smartphone models barely survive from morning to evening. For users who don't like to sit near a power outlet, our rating of the 5 best models with the most capacious batteries will certainly help.

Oukitel K10000 Pro

Oukitel K10000 Pro is the record holder for battery capacity among all long-lasting smartphones on the market. Its survivability is ensured by a 10,000 mAh battery, which in a standard scenario of using a smartphone is enough for 4-5 days of operation without recharging. And the characteristics here are quite decent - 5.5’’ FHD IPS screen, 8-core MT6750T processor, 32/3 GB of memory with a MicroSD slot, 13 and 5 MP cameras, a fingerprint scanner and the latest Android 7.0. The price of the smartphone is 12 thousand rubles, and it is definitely worth the money.

Oukitel K10000 Pro

Doogee BL7000

The BL7000 differs from Oukitele in its more modest design and smaller battery, 7000 mAh. With active use of the smartphone, it lasts for 3 days, which can be considered an excellent result. In terms of characteristics, the Doogee BL7000 is even better, it has more memory - 64/4 GB, and a dual camera of 13 + 13 MP, the front camera resolution is also 13 MP. The smartphone just went on sale at a price of $200, and the first owners speak about it exclusively on the positive side.

Moto E Gen.4 Plus

The Moto E4 Plus is an excellent workhorse from a trusted brand that costs the right amount of money and has everything to satisfy the needs of the average user. The smartphone is based on the MediaTek MT6737 processor, equipped with a 5.5-inch HD screen, 16/3 GB of memory, 13/5 MP cameras, an NFC chip and, most importantly, a 5000 mAh battery. Among the shortcomings of the E4 Plus, we highlight the solid body weight of 200 grams, as a result of which it cannot be recommended for purchase by fragile girls.

Moto E Gen.4 Plus

Ulefone Power 2

The smartphone has a stylish design, whose front panel is reminiscent of devices from Meizu (the multifunctional Home key is also present here), and the back side is the flagship HTC 10. The 6050 mAh battery is the main trump card of the Ulefone Power 2, it is enough for 3 days of active use of the gadget. The performance and display are typical for inexpensive Chinese phones, but the cameras are terrible, so lovers of mobile photography should avoid this smartphone.

Fly FS554 Power Plus

While most of the smartphones in our rating will have to be ordered somewhere and waited, the Fly FS554 Power Plus can be purchased at almost any local cellular phone store. At the same time, for a price of 10 thousand rubles, this is a very decent smartphone with a 5.5” FullHD display, MediaTek MT6737T chipset, 16/2 GB of expandable memory, 13/5 MP cameras and a 5000 mAh battery. You can take it with confidence.

Fly FS554 Power Plus

Frameless Chinese smartphones

Chinese manufacturers have never forgotten that a modern smartphone is not only powerful hardware and a capacious battery, but also an image accessory. The last factor is directly related to the design of the device, so we present to your attention a rating of frameless new Chinese smartphones for the 2017 model year.

Leagoo KIICAA Mix

KIICAA Mix is ​​a representative of a countless group of smartphones that copy the design of the flagship Xiaomi Mi Mix. At a price several times lower than the original, it can offer an almost identical design and relatively good hardware (5.5’’ FHD display from Sharp, MT6750T chipset, 32/3 GB of memory, 13+2 and 13 MP cameras, 2930 mAh battery). The pitfalls are the location of the main speaker, which causes poor audibility of the interlocutor, and the absence of brightness/proximity sensors and a 3.5 mm jack, while the adapter required to connect headphones is not included. However, taking into account the low price of 6 tr. it's not critical.

Leagoo KIICAA Mix

Doogee Mix

Doogee Mix is ​​a smartphone from the same opera. It outperforms its Leagoo counterpart due to rich equipment (there is a case and a film for the screen), more memory - 64/4 GB, and a slightly more capacious 3380 mAh battery. However, in terms of software, everything is not so rosy here - the crude Doogee Mix firmware, with numerous bugs, can cause quite a few headaches for the owner of the device, so before buying a device you should weigh the pros and cons.

UMIDIGI Crystal

UMIDIGI Crystal stands out from its analogues with its interface - it runs on an almost pure Android 7.0 shell, as a result of which using this smartphone is much more pleasant than other Chinese ones with trashy OS. The characteristics are also not bad - MT6750T, 64/4 GB of memory, IZGO screen from Sharp and dual camera. For a price of 100 dollars - not bad.

Bluboo S1

Bluboo S1 is positioned as a more expensive device, which is evident in the build quality and materials - the smartphone body is covered with glass not only on the front, but also on the back. The heart of the smart phone is the powerful Helio P25 processor, memory – 64/4 GB. Owners of the Bluboo S1 attribute weak cameras and quiet sound from the main speaker to its disadvantages, while its advantages include a cool display and stylish appearance.

Maze Alpha

Maze Alpha is the best frameless Chinese smartphone that can be bought in the price segment of about 10 thousand rubles. This is a well-built device with a high-quality 6-inch screen and good performance.

It also outperforms its analogues due to its autonomy; the 4000 mAh battery lasts for an average of two days of using a smartphone. When purchasing, you should take into account the considerable weight of the smartphone, as much as 225 grams.

Chinese phablets

We consider the best smartphones with a large screen diagonal in 2017 to be:

Xiaomi Mi Note 3

The third generation of Mi Note from Xiaomi has evolved from an uncompromising flagship, which was Mi Note 2, into an affordable smartphone with a large screen (5.5’’ FHD) and average specifications. The phablet is equipped with a Snapdragon 660 processor, 6 GB of RAM and 64/128 GB storage. The camera resolution is 12+12 MP and 16 MP (front camera), battery capacity is 3500 mAh. This is a good choice if the Mi Max 2 seems like a huge shovel to you, but you don’t want to overpay for the flagship bells and whistles of the Mi6.

Xiaomi Mi Note 3

Honor 8 Pro

Another smartphone from Huawei in our rating, which is hard to find fault with even if you wanted to. The characteristics are excellent for the price - 5.7'' 2K display, top-end Kirin 960 processor, 64/6 GB of memory with a slot for a flash drive, dual 12+12 MP camera, 4000 mAh battery with fast charging, NFC, IR sensor, USB -C. With a price of just over 30 thousand rubles, this is an excellent smart device that can become an alternative to any flagship.

Meizu M3 Max

M3 Max is not the latest model from Meizu, which has been successfully selling for a year now and will remain relevant for a long time. The smartphone is equipped with a 6-inch screen and a Helio P10 processor with 64/3 GB of memory. This is a gadget without any special complaints, which is simply a pleasure to use due to its excellent build and perfectly polished Flyme OS, which in terms of speed and smoothness of operation will give odds to the operating system of any Chinese smartphone.

Leagoo M8 Pro

An ultra-budget phablet with a 5.7-inch display and modest specifications (MT6737, 16/2 GB of memory, 13/8 MP cameras, 3500 mAh battery). When buying an M8 Pro in China, you can buy it for 5 thousand rubles, and you won’t find anything better for that money. The smartphone works quite quickly and stably, supports LTE, recognizes external devices in USB OTG mode, and has a fairly loud multimedia speaker. Thanks to the massive metal frame, the M8 Pro is extremely durable, it confidently survives falls from great heights, and in general is perfect for the role of a child’s first smartphone or a gadget for heavy-duty use.

LeEco Le Max 2

After the LeEco fiasco on the Russian market, you can only buy their smartphones on AlieExpress, and if this doesn’t scare you, then Le Max 2, in terms of price/performance ratio, will be an ideal choice. For less than 15 thousand, you can get a smartphone with a 5.7-inch 2K display, a Snapdragon 820 processor, 64/6 GB of memory, 21 and 8 MP cameras, and a 3100 mAh battery. Le Max 2 runs any game at maximum graphics settings, takes good photographs, records 4K video, but does not have a 3.5mm jack or NFC chip.

The most expensive Chinese smartphones

The top most expensive Chinese smartphones traditionally include products from the most famous brands from the Middle Kingdom. Their technical characteristics are truly impressive, so these popular phablets are able to compete with devices from famous world manufacturers. We present to our readers a rating of the most expensive smartphones from China.

Mi Mix 2

Mi Mix 2 is a continuation of the cult smartphone from Xiaomi, which became the reason for the appearance on the market of all the frameless crafts we are considering above. The second generation Mi Mix increased autonomy, received an adequate earpiece, and retained top-end technical characteristics. This is an excellent fashion smartphone that evokes the same “wow” effect that can be bought for 30-35 thousand rubles.

Meizu Pro 7

The flagship from Meizu does not sport the now fashionable frameless design, but takes a different approach - an additional screen on the rear panel, which displays notifications and other useful information, including images when using the main camera for selfies.

The smartphone is great in terms of photo capabilities, sound quality and software, but loses to other flagships in screen quality and lack of NFC. The latter is a serious setback for a top-end smartphone, but it’s worth considering that Meizu Pro 7 is cheaper than its analogues – 20-25 thousand rubles.

Axon M

Another unusual smartphone is a transformer from ZTE, which consists of two panels with 5.2-inch FHD screens, which when folded out forms a kind of tablet. The Axon M is equipped with a not-so-top-end Snapdragon 820 processor, but it does have a dedicated AKM4962 DAC, which makes the smartphone sound amazing in headphones. Only the battery raises serious questions; its capacity is a modest 3180 mAh, which is frankly not enough for the active use of a gadget with two screens. Price: $725.

Razer Phone

The parade of unusual Chinese continues with the Razer Phone - the first “gaming” smartphone on the market, which is aimed at an audience of gamers. The gadget is equipped with a powerful Snapdragon 835 processor, 64/8 GB of memory, stereo speakers, a dedicated 24-bit DAC and an amplifier for each speaker. But the main feature of this smart device is the 5.7-inch display with a refresh rate of 120 Hz, which provides an extremely smooth picture when playing any content. The Razer Phone costs $700.

Huawei Mate 10 Pro

Let's move on from unusual models to real premium ones. Huawei Mate 10 Pro is the most expensive Chinese flagship of 2017. The smartphone, priced at 800 euros, is crammed with everything possible - more powerful hardware, a 6-inch 2K OLED display, dust and moisture protection, stereo speakers, cameras from Leica and, what the manufacturer himself highlights, a separate processor for implementing artificial intelligence, which gives Huawei's business phablet many additional functions, such as the ability to recognize objects in the frame, speed up the launch of applications and allows the smartphone to adapt to the habits of its owner

Huawei Mate 10 Pro

Inexpensive Chinese smartphones

For those users who do not need the “wow effect”, as well as people who do not believe that “a good show off is more expensive than money”, budget models from many manufacturers are aimed. Despite their low cost, many of them are well equipped and functional. So, a rating of inexpensive, but productive and high-quality devices.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A

Chinese manufacturers know a lot about budget smartphones, and Xiaomi has succeeded in this niche almost better than all other brands. Redmi Note 5A is a balanced smartphone with the best camera in the price segment under $100. It does not shine with performance (Snapdragon 425 percent), but it does not have any obvious weaknesses that could spoil the experience of owning this device. Among the advantages are separate slots for 2 SIM cards and a flash drive, the presence of an infrared port, and the absence of throttling, which is typical of most cheap smart phones, under load. We recommend for purchase.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A

Meizu M6

Many will say that budget smartphones from Meizu have not changed for a couple of years, and they will be right in their own way. However, are these changes necessary if the company has found that golden mean in terms of quality and economy, making its smartphones always a pleasure to use? Meizu M6 is made in a metal case, has a good 5.2-inch display, a good camera and normal battery life. With an issue price of $100, this is a very good choice, which will be head and shoulders above any basement China.

ZTE Blade A6

Inexpensive smartphones from ZTE are widely represented in domestic cellular equipment stores, so you can most likely buy the Blade A6 at your place of residence. It will stand out from its neighbors in the showcase due to its good performance, thanks to the Snapdragon 435 processor and 32/3 GB of memory, good battery life (5000 mAh battery) and a high-quality metal case. But the smart phone itself is not without its drawbacks - almost all of its owners complain about the device heating up under load, and in terms of cameras it is noticeably inferior to the same Xiaomi and Meizu.

Huawei Honor 6C Pro

Huawei is also sold at most retailers, and when buying a smartphone offline, Honor 6C Pro can be a priority choice. The gadget has standard characteristics for its price - MT6750 processor, 32/3 GB of memory, 13 and 8 MP cameras, 3000 mAh battery, metal case with a fingerprint scanner. The smartphone is made very well both in terms of build quality and software, and therefore no problems should arise during its use.

Huawei Honor 6C Pro

Leagoo M8

If you need something “cheap and cheerful”, take the Leagoo M8. On Aliexpress, a smartphone costs 4,000 rubles, and this is the best you can get for that price. The only thing that limits this device is the lack of support for LTE networks. But it handles 3G well, and you simply don’t expect to see such a decent screen and cameras, along with a somewhat rough but reliable build, and a loud multimedia speaker in a smartphone for $75.

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10. OnePlus OnePlus X

It successfully combines flagship-level hardware and design with a relatively low price for a device of such functionality. A good bright design, the device has a five-inch screen, damage-resistant glass, can work in 4G LTE networks, and a large (3 GB) amount of RAM.

Disadvantage: the OnePlus X has a combined SIM card slot, so you have to choose between a SIM and a card. This means that if you want to install two SIM cards, you will automatically lose the ability to use the memory card.

9. DOOGEE F5

Despite the budget price, the best Chinese smartphone from KVD International Group is able to please customers with features typical for a higher price category. A five-inch screen with a resolution of 1920x1080, an eight-core processor with a frequency of 1.3 GHz, 3 gigabytes of RAM, 16 GB of flash memory and a 2660 mAh battery.

Disadvantages: the innovative design literally has sharp corners - the manufacturers decided to move away from the smooth lines familiar to the eye. Well, the appearance really turned out to be unusual, but holding the gadget in your hand is not very comfortable and a bit heavy due to the metal case.

8.ZTE ​​Blade A910

The budget Chinese smartphone has a five-inch screen, a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor, 2 GB RAM and 16 GB built-in memory, and a 2540 mAh battery. It is distinguished by good workmanship and pleasant ergonomics - all control buttons are right at hand. Although the hardware is not top-end, this original smartphone performs its functions to the highest standards - it can go for quite a long time without charging, the firmware with many functions will allow you to customize the device for yourself.

Disadvantages: no NFC.

7. Elephone S3

Representative of the best Chinese smartphones in terms of price/quality among “frameless” models. In fact, there are frames, but they are very thin. At the same time, the phone looks unusual, and the effect of novelty is enhanced by 2.5D glass. The model has an all-metal body, a 5.2-inch display with a resolution of 1920x1080, an eight-core processor with a frequency of 1.3 GHz, 3 GB of space for applications and 16 GB for storing user data, and the battery capacity is relatively small - only 2100 mAh.

Disadvantages: “stiff” sensor, quiet speech speaker, problems with the proximity sensor and poor performance.

6. Highscreen Power Five Evo

The main feature of the representative of the rating of Chinese smartphones from the company Highscreen is the highest autonomy. The Power Five Evo has a battery capacity of up to 5000 mAh, and the smartphone costs reasonable money. Main characteristics: 5-inch display with a resolution of 1280x720, 2 GB RAM and 16 GB ROM memory, eight-core processor. Despite the battery size, the smartphone itself turned out to be quite small, and the quality of workmanship and unusual colors (like gold and coffee) leave a pleasant impression.

Disadvantages: quiet external speaker.

5. Meizu M3

New among inexpensive Chinese smartphones in 2016, the heir to last year’s popular M2 Mini has a five-inch screen with a resolution of 1280 x 720, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of ROM memory, an eight-core processor with a frequency of 1.5 and 1 GHz, a 2870 mAh battery and a 13 MP camera.

Disadvantages: the YunOS operating system is unusual for Russian and Western users and has compatibility problems for a fairly large number of applications.

4.Huawei P9 Lite

The “little brother” of the sophisticated and, alas, expensive Huawei P9, does not have super mega hardware, but at the same time it has a fingerprint scanner and a very well-balanced display. An eight-core chip with a frequency of 1.8 GHz and 2.0 GHz, RAM 2 GB, built-in 16 GB, with many useful little things, like spatial position sensors, a compass, a pedometer and more. The build quality is not satisfactory, the design is stylish and pleasant.

Disadvantages: power-intensive games are difficult to run, but smartphones are bought not only for games.

3. OnePlus OnePlus3

Third place in the TOP 10 Chinese smartphones of 2016 went to OnePlus3. Against the background of the overall smoothness of the back cover of the 5.5-inch screen, the 16 megapixel camera, additionally protected by a metal ring and tempered glass, stands out quite significantly. However, its size completely makes up for its quality - the pictures for a mobile phone are excellent, the video is excellent. And thanks to an ingenious engineering solution, the speaker sounds at above-average volumes. The device has excellent hardware - a quad-core chip with a frequency of 2.2 GHz and 1.6 GHz, 6 GB RAM, 64 GB internal memory.

Disadvantage: there is no slot for a memory card.

2. Xiaomi Mi5

The sixth Android, a 5.15-inch screen with sapphire glass, a quad-core processor (1.8 or 2.15 GHz frequency), 3 GB RAM - a good set for the most productive smartphone in this price category. But the next new product, Mi6, should be one of the year.

Disadvantage: the back cover is slippery and can slip out of your hands.

1. Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro

Chinese quality – these days it’s hard to consider this phrase an oxymoron. A great example is Redmi Note 3 Pro. This is not only a good purchase of 2016, but also one of the. It has good hardware for this price category (six-core processor, 4050 mAh battery, 5.5-inch display, 3 GB of RAM and 32 built-in storage), and excellent endurance. Chances are that if you make the most of this powerful smartphone, you will be able to bequeath it to your grandchildren.

Over the past couple of years, Chinese brands have completely changed the way we look at flagship smartphones. Companies like OnePlus, Xiaomi and Meizu have shown us that there is no need to pay $700 for a smartphone to get the maximum level of performance. This year, even more companies are proving this point and producing truly high-quality products at reasonable prices.

So, here is a list of the best Chinese flagship smartphones at the end of 2016, in the price range of $300-770. These smartphones can be bought right now.

Almost everyone will agree that the list of Chinese flagship smartphones is not complete without smartphones from OnePlus. Over the past 3 years, the company has managed to carve out its niche in the market, releasing flagships that have everything you need. This good tradition happens year after year. At the moment, OnePlus 3T is one of the best price/quality options.

The smartphone comes with the most powerful processor from Qualcomm - Snapdragon 821. OnePlus 3T has 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. The main camera is quite good - 16 MP, with phase detection autofocus and image stabilization. But the highlight of the flagship is the front camera – 16 MP with f/2.0 aperture. The smartphone is indispensable for selfie lovers.

The 3400 mAh battery guarantees full functionality of the smartphone throughout the whole day. And thanks to Dash Charge fast charging, the battery will be replenished by 60% in just 30 minutes.

It's definitely a great flagship, priced at just $439.

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The Xiaomi Mi Note 2 opens this list, thanks to its excellent technical performance and dual curved display.

This Xiaomi flagship is slightly different from the other smartphones reviewed in this article, primarily due to its display: 5.7 inches 1080p. The large display is perfect for gaming and watching videos. Inside the smartphone is Snapdragon 821, 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of memory. The smartphone has a 22.5 MP 1/2.6" sensor with EIS (software with a gyroscope), PDAF and dual LED flash. In addition, the smartphone is equipped with a 4070 mAh battery, with QC 3.0 (charges 82% of the battery in 30 minutes).

Official pricing starts at $413 and goes up to $516 for the 6GB RAM model. As you know, the top configuration is always $50-$100 more expensive than the basic one.

Xiaomi Mi 5S

When looking for a compact and powerful Chinese flagship, you should pay attention to this option. The smartphone is equipped with a 5.15-inch display with 3D Touch function and 4 GB/128 GB memory.

It is thin, weighs only 145 grams, just a good compact flagship. The smartphone has good technical characteristics: Snapdragon 821 with Adreno 530 GPU and 1/2.3" 12 MP matrix, F/2.0. The camera allows you to take high-quality photos even in poorly lit areas. And a 3200 mAh battery with fast charging QC 3.0 helps all day long keep your phone working.

In China, the price starts at $300 and goes up to $350 for the 128 GB version.

Xiaomi Mi Mix

One of the biggest surprises of 2016 is the Xiaomi Mi Mix. However, due to its huge display, which occupies 91% of the body. This smartphone surprised us in that it has thin frames and the entire area where the earpiece is usually located (above the display) is occupied by the display. Of course, even in this case, a smartphone with a 6.4-inch display with a resolution of 1080p will not be to everyone's liking, because it is a full-fledged phablet in size.

But if big screens don’t scare you, then Mi Mix is ​​one of the best options to buy today. The device is powered by Snapdragon 821 and even comes with 256GB + 6GB RAM.

On the other hand, its 16MP camera with EIS and PDAF is not the best option in the market. But in any case, the photos will be of fairly high quality. The battery is large – 4400 mAh and allows you to use the smartphone throughout the day.

The product is limited and therefore, unfortunately, the price exceeds the official price tag of $516. Due to the ceramic case, the manufacturer is slow to release new batches, and demand exceeds supply.

Despite the fact that the smartphone entered the market quite late, LeEco provided the best price-feature ratio to date. And this is Le Pro 3 with Snapdragon 821 chip.

In fact, the smartphone comes in “full stuffing”, which only exists today. This includes 128 GB of memory and 6 GB of RAM, a large 4070 mAh battery, and an excellent 16 MP camera with PDAF. The device is very thin – 7.5 mm. However, the main distinguishing feature of this smartphone is the lack of a standard 3.5mm headphone jack. The smartphone is equipped with USB Type-C CDLA, which is much better than the classic one.

If this distinctive feature does not scare you, the Le Pro 3 will be the best possible choice.

Prices in China start at $270 and go up to $300 for the 6 GB model.

If you're looking for a great metal smartphone, check out the Mate 9. It comes with everything you need and even has dual rear cameras (20MP and 12MP). The Huawei P9 has one of the best cameras in the segment and the Mate 9 takes this to the next level.

This flagship comes with a 5.9-inch display, with a resolution of 1080p. The smartphone operates on its own Hisilicon Kirin 960 chipset. Today, the model does not have 6 GB of RAM, only 4 + 64 GB hard drive, with support for microSD up to 256 GB.

The smartphone has an excellent dual camera of 20 MP and 12 MP, aperture 2.2, 2x zoom and laser autofocus. The front camera takes great selfies thanks to its 8 MP and 1.9 aperture. The smartphone is equipped with a large 4000 mAh battery.

The price of this flagship is quite high and starts at $700. However, for this money, everyone will receive a smartphone of first-class quality build, powerful hardware and premium cameras. Later, the newer flagship model Huawei Mate 9 Pro was introduced, but at the time of writing it has not yet gone on sale.

These were the best flagship smartphones in the market that are available at the end of 2016. I would like to add to this list the 6 GB version of the ZUK Z2 Pro and, of course, the ZTE Axon 7, but they cannot compete with their higher-quality competitors listed above.

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UMI London

Price: $69.99
The UMI company announced a nice smartphone from the budget segment, which was traditionally named after the universally recognizable city - London. The phone's appearance is similar to the flagship Xiaomi Mi5 device, although there is no scanner button on the front. The new product is covered with curved glass on both sides and has a metal frame. According to the vendor, this phone is extremely durable. However, it’s hard to believe, taking into account the budget class and modest price tag.

Doogee F7 Pro

Price: $270
The flagship device Doogee F7 Pro was presented in July, but many could see its presentation at an event called MWC, which took place in winter. At that time, it was one of the first mobile gadgets created based on the Mediatek Helio X20 chipset (10 cores). However, everyone knows very well that second-rate companies often delay production too much, and only in the summer did information about the start of sales appear. In addition to the interesting processor, this flagship also boasts an impressive 5.7-inch display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. There is also 4 GB of RAM, a main IMX230 photo module with a resolution of 21 megapixels from SONY, the same camera is installed on the Meizu MX5 and a solid 4000 mAh battery.

iNew U9

Price: $94
Everything is leading to the fact that iNew U9 will become the most affordable phablet on the global technology market. Buying it at retail, the new device will cost a little less than $100. Of course, I understand that for such a sum you shouldn’t expect something incredible, but if you look closely, the technical component is not so poor. The big plus is that the phone is built on the MediaTek MT6735 chipset, not the MT6580.

RugGear RG740

Price: $400
RugGear RG740 is a mobile gadget straight from the Middle Kingdom, identified as a protected type. The new smartphone meets IP68 (protection standard), which means it is dust-resistant, waterproof and completely immune to any shock. Compared to its competitors in the global market, the RugGear RG740 boasts a couple of unexpected but necessary details - a port for a magnetic charger, such as can be found in several copies of the Sony Xperia. Such a small detail greatly simplifies the charging process and provides additional safety. But for those who are distrustful, there is also microUSB.
But there is no barrel of honey without a fly in the ointment. The cost is too high, taking into account the fact that funds for production are raised using a crowdfunding scheme.

OnePlus 3

Price: $399 / 399 EUR / 2499 RMB
According to many, the loudest buzz of this month was the presentation of the 3rd flagship device, OnePlus 3. As expected, this is a mobile device from the “upper class” at an affordable price. Like many of its opponents on the market, the OnePlus 3 phone was built on the basis of the already proven Snapdragon 820 chipset. In addition, there is as much as 6 GB of RAM, which is the maximum today. And it’s worth considering that there are no versions with less RAM. It is also necessary to mention that the flagship is equipped with a 5.5-inch Optic AMOLED display, a fingerprint scanner, fast charging technology, and a main IMX298 photo module with a resolution of 16 megapixels from Sony. All this is encased in a metal case (andonized aluminum).
The cost for such a powerful device is not much, not less than 399 dollars for residents of the USA, and for residents of Europe the cost will be 399 euros. In China, the flagship has a price tag of 2499 yuan, which translates to $380.

Xiaomi Redmi 3S and Redmi 3X

Price: $106/136
Xiaomi Corporation has spoiled its fans with two new products - Redmi 3S and Redmi 3X. It’s not hard to guess that both phones are modifications of the already beloved budget phone Redmi 3. The main difference between the new models and the original is a different processor. Having said goodbye to Snapdragon 616, Redmi 3S and Redmi 3X acquired a fresh Snapdragon 430 chipset. And despite the fact that the “fresh” one is lower in class, in terms of performance it will most likely be more productive than its “big brother”.
In addition, the new models have fingerprint scanners on board, such as those in the Redmi 3 Pro.
The phone's appearance is practically indistinguishable. However, the Redmi 3X model is intended for the operator from China “China Unicom” and has a slightly different shape of the edges - they are straight.

Meizu M3S

Price: $106/136
This smartphone was created in order to compete with the Redmi 3 line from Xiaomi Corporation. The previous version of Meizu M3 is inferior with its fragile plastic body, significantly smaller battery and does not have a fingerprint scanner. And in the new version, we took into account all the shortcomings of the previous model and tried to get rid of them. Now everything on board the smartphone is encased in a metal case. The phone has a fingerprint scanner on the front panel of the device. The battery has a reserve of 3000 mAh, in this it is clearly inferior to its competitor, because 4100 mAh is no joke. However, few people pay attention to this point, and therefore now Meizu M3S can measure its strength with budget smartphones from Xiaomi. After all, even the price tags are almost identical.

Meizu Pro 6 (red and pink)

Price: $380
In addition to the updated Meizu M3S, the company presented to the public two new colors for the flagship device Meizu PRO 6. If they had not stood out so much from the crowd, they would not have been included in this list, but today it is rare to see a bright mobile device, in particular red.
Regarding technical data and cost, they are completely identical to the standard Meizu Pro 6.

Gionee S6 Pro

Price: $305
The Gionee company made a splash by presenting the brand new S6 Pro, the main feature of which was the unusual body, which was made of 97% metal. But the technical component doesn’t really stand out. This is a high-quality average mobile gadget, which is built on the MediaTek Helio P10 processor with a solid 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of native memory. The cost seems a little high, however, looking at the company that created it, everything falls into place.

Huawei Honor 5A

Price: $106 / $122
The new product from the budget class, Huawei Honor 5A, taking into account its technical data and cost, is quite capable of competing with the brainchild of Xiaomi and Meizu. A mobile gadget with a diagonal of 5.5 inches, built on a Snapdragon 617 processor (8 cores), is armed with 2 GB of RAM, 16 GB of internal memory, a 3100 mAh battery and two photo modules - the main one with a resolution of 13 megapixels, and the front one with a resolution of 8 megapixels . But they won’t buy it online as zealously as, for example, Xiaomi or Meizu.

Asus Pegasus 3

Price: $197 / $228
But the Asus company is doing very badly, because why release a budget-class smartphone with the Mediatek MT6737 chipset in China, evaluating it as a high-quality average gadget. In addition, the new product has an appearance that is not everyone’s taste, thanks to the “bold” frames around the screen. But there is also a plus - an impressive 4100 mAh battery. The mobile phone has a 5.2-inch display. If we think about it, the new product from Asus is the same Xiaomi Redmi 3S, only with a weaker processor at the cost of the Redmi Note 3 Pro on the Snapdragon 650 chipset with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory.

Doogee T6 Pro

Price: $150
Doogee Corporation has made updates to the long-lasting favorite Doogee T6 with a 5.5-inch diagonal and a large 6250 mAh battery. The new product is called Doogee T6 Pro. Now, instead of the MediaTek MT6735 chipset (4 cores), MT6753 with 8 cores is installed on board. And now the RAM size is 3 GB, and the “native” memory is 32 GB. Otherwise, nothing has changed.

Nubia Z11 Max

Price: $305
Everyone will remember 2016 as the heyday of huge mobile devices with screens over 6 inches. And this month, Nubia was also able to boast of such a large specimen. I would like to remind you that Nubia is a sub-brand of ZTE. The new mobile device has a 6-inch screen with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. Super AMOLED matrix. There is a rather impressive technical part on board, which is based on the Snapdragon 652 chipset. There is also 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal memory. The new brainchild from Nubia is armed with a good photo module with a resolution of 16 megapixels (Sony IMX298), a fingerprint scanner and Hi-Fi sound declared by the manufacturer. And all this is enclosed in a metal shell. And considering all this data, the cost is $305 and this allows the Nubia Z11 Max to compete with the Xiaomi Mi Max in the best configuration.

Lenovo PHAB2 Pro, PHAB2 Plus and PHAB2

Price: $499/299/199
The new Lenovo PHAB2 Pro is not just everyone’s favorite mobile device, but also the first phone on the planet that supports Project Tango augmented virtual reality. This 6.4-inch gadget has a huge number of sensors and cameras that are responsible for scanning the surrounding space in order to build a 3D model. Such technology should be used in gameplay or for navigation while in a building.
Other highlights include a QHD screen with 2560 x 1440 pixels, a 16-megapixel main photo module, a metal body, a fingerprint scanner, a Snapdragon 652 chipset and high-level sound from Dolby.
In addition to the flagship type device, its younger brothers were presented - PHAB and PHAB2 Plus. Both new products have exactly the same diagonal, but the resolution will be lower. In addition, the phones are based on chipsets from Mediatek.

Meitu V4s and M6

Cost: $460-535/$610-760
Meitu is widely known in the Middle Kingdom as a manufacturer of expensive mobile devices for a female audience, and this month the company presented two gadgets.
The Meitu V4s is an update to the flagship type device of that year. To put it roughly, they only updated the amount of “native” memory and added a new orange coloring.
But the new Meitu M6 is the new brainchild of the company. This model is the first to have a fingerprint scanner and, unlike the Meitu V4s, it comes with a more modest finish.
As before, the main highlights of mobile gadgets from Meitu are the famous V design and two high-tech photo modules with a resolution of 21 megapixels. Well, the cost is, as always, too high.

OPPO A59

Cost: $275
Long before its release, there were rumors that the new smartphone from OPPO would be able to pamper everyone with its low cost. But what is happening now is completely different from what was said. OPPO A59 is the most expensive mobile gadget based on the modest Mediatek MT6750 chipset. This was also installed on the Meizu M3 mini. The price tag from the manufacturer is 1,799 yuan, which translates to $275. As a comparison, we can mention the ZUK Z2, which was built on the basis of the powerful Snapdragon 820.

ZTE Blade A2

Price: $92-107
The new budget mobile gadget ZTE Blade A2 will take the place of the Blade A1 from 2015. As before, one of the main features of the phone will be a fingerprint scanner and a durable metal case will be added to this. In general, the new product from ZTE can compete with the Meizu M3 mini, and perhaps even with the Xiaomi Redmi 3, if the average battery capacity is to your liking.

ZUK Z2

Price: $273
In the end, the prayers of lovers of miniature mobile gadgets were heard and the ZUK company gave everyone who asked a ZUK Z2. You should know that ZUK is a subsidiary of Lenovo. At the moment, this is the most affordable phone based on the powerful Snapdragon 820. But in addition to the top chipset, it has 4 GB of RAM, a fingerprint scanner, acceptable photo modules and an impressive 3500 mAh battery. In the Celestial Empire, the cost will cost less than three hundred dollars.

ASUS ZenFone 3 Deluxe, ZenFone 3 Ultra and ZenFone 3

Price: $249 / $479 / $499
ASUS Corporation from Taiwan presented three new products at once, including the hi-end flagship device ZenFone 3 Deluxe, built on the Snapdragon 820 and with 6 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal memory. In addition, the new gadget has acquired a 5.7-inch display and a 23-megapixel main photo module with optical stabilization (4 axes).
The second, but no less important new product is ZenFone 3 Ultra. a real titanium with a 6.8-inch screen, but it just has less outstanding technical data. However, this will be enough to play or work. One of the top Snapdragon 652 and 4 GB of RAM will ensure stable operation.
Well, the third gadget from the budget segment is ZenFone 3. To be honest, the characteristics of this smartphone are quite consistent with the standards of the middle class, but its cost is almost two times lower than the above-mentioned brothers. The device has a 5.5-inch FHD screen, a fresh Snapdragon 625 chipset with 8 cores, 4 GB of RAM and a main photo module of 16 megapixels.

InFocus S1

Price: $150
This product also comes from Taiwan. For those who are not in the know, this brand is the property of the well-known Foxconn factory.
The new mobile device is an almost exact copy of the Meizu M3 Note with a diagonal of 5.5 inches and a Mediatek Helio P10 processor. The only difference is that the amount of RAM is higher, but the battery capacity is slightly lower. However, the main highlight is the Tencent OS 2.0 Android firmware. To date, this is the first phone that runs on Tencent OS. Second generation.

Vetas V5

Price: $1065-1980
If you have a lot of money and you can’t find a use for it, then the people of China can offer you a mobile gadget for several thousand American banknotes. The smartphone will be dressed in any skin you like - snake, lizard, crocodile, etc. The technical part is not too strong, but what difference does it make if you have a real “ponto cutter” in your hand?

Dear readers, today we present to your attention the best Chinese smartphones of 2017. I think there is no need to explain why we dedicated this TOP 10 best phones rating specifically to devices from the Middle Kingdom. Chinese companies have grown in recent years from producers of second-rate crafts into giant holdings and pioneers in many fields.

Numerous companies with enviable regularity present the market with one new product after another, generating the highest competition, which, ultimately, gives us budget smartphones with decent characteristics, as well as flagship solutions at affordable prices.

We decided to divide the TOP 10 best Chinese smartphones of 2017 into two equal parts:

1. The first category includes high-quality phones, the price of which is within 10,000 rubles, and in general terms they fall under the definition of a budget device;
2. in the second, flagship solutions from manufacturers from the Middle Kingdom were identified.

So, we believe that none of the readers will leave without a new smartphone.

Budget best Chinese smartphones priced up to 10,000 rubles – rating from the site

Well, let's start with the best budget Chinese smartphones, which are incredibly popular. In the TOP 10 rating of 2017, we included a couple of phones that already boast high sales, and several more models are new to the market, but will undoubtedly become hits. Let's begin!

Oukitel U 15 Pro is the best budget Chinese smartphone with 3 GB of RAM

Oukitel is, as you may have heard, a third-tier company. Why did its devices make it into the best Chinese smartphones? The manufacturer, despite the opinion of many experts, is not going to stay at the bottom of the market for long, introducing a new smartphone almost every month.

The company cannot yet boast of sophisticated flagships with the best hardware, but it has presented quite a few high-quality budget devices. There is one and very cheap representative Oukitel C 5 Pro, which for 3,500 rubles (sellers price) flaunts support for 4G and 2 GB of RAM. There is also a long-lived smartphone Oukitel K 6000 Pro, which provides up to 4 days of battery life.

However, we selected something in between - Oukitel U15 Pro. A new Chinese smartphone that began selling at the end of last year. As befits a good budget smartphone, the U15 Pro attracted users with its affordable price, which is complemented by good characteristics. The all-metal smartphone surpasses many competitors in this price segment in terms of memory capacity - we have royal 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of ROM for an inexpensive device.

Some characteristics:

• Android 6.0
• Chip: MTK6753
• Display: 5.5”, HD
• Memory capacity: 3+32 GB
• Cameras: 16+5 MP (interpolation)
• Battery: 3000 mAh

Those who are not familiar with modern Chinese technology may be surprised by the high build quality of the Oukitel U15 Pro: strong metal, durable glass and good ergonomics. In your hands, the smartphone does not feel like a cheap craft. The screen is really good, even if it doesn’t have FullHD resolution: rich colors, wide viewing angles and a good oleophobic coating.

The processor is from MidiaTek and is considered to be a budget solution for the lower segment, but there are no problems running games, which is largely possible thanks to the 3 GB of RAM. The camera modules are not flagship level, but in normal lighting the pictures are decent. I would like a more capacious battery, but this is enough for two or three days.

Sellers on AliExpress and other sites offer Oukitel U 15 Pro for purchase for about 6500-7000 rubles and, believe me, there are not many smartphones with similar characteristics in this price range.

Ulefone Power 2 – new from China with a large battery

Ulefone is a company that is similar to Oukitel in many ways. Its products are still classified as third-tier, but this may change in the near future, given the pace at which it is developing new devices. Recently, Ulefone showed a new Power 2 model, the key feature of which was a 6050 mAh battery. And the rest of the characteristics are quite impressive: there is 4 GB of RAM, the current version of Android, and a fast fingerprint scanner.

Some characteristics:

• Android 7.0
• Chip: MTK6750T
• Display: 5.5”, FullHD
• Memory capacity: 4+64 GB
• Cameras: 16+8 MP
• Battery: 6050 mAh

Ulefone Power 2 has an all-metal body, on which only two thin plastic inserts stand out to amplify the signal. The smartphone is well assembled and feels heavy and expensive in the hand. The processor used is MTK6750T - a fairly productive representative of the line of 8-core chips from MediaTek, although there are not enough stars in the sky. But the amount of RAM is really pleasing. 4 GB is enough for absolutely any task. Ulefone Power 2 also has a lot of permanent memory - 64 GB.

The smartphone is equipped with a good 5.5-inch screen, which is covered with high-quality glass using 2.5D technology. FullHD resolution provides high-quality images without visible pixels. Below the screen we have a physical button with a built-in fingerprint scanner. Ulefone Power 2 received Android 7.0, which even some flagships will envy. The highlight of the new product, like its predecessor, is the capacious 6050 mAh battery. The manufacturer promises at least 4 days of battery life with active use.

Ulefone Power 2 undoubtedly deserves attention, which is why it was included in our TOP 10 rating of the best Chinese smartphones of 2017. The model can offer good autonomy, the latest version of the OS, as well as productive hardware. Sales of the phone started quite recently, and the cost is around 10,000 rubles.

Meizu U 10 is the most beautiful budget smartphone from China

The Chinese company Meizu has been delighting users with high-quality and inexpensive smartphones for many years, which regularly find themselves in various rankings of the best. Today, the U10 model is quite popular, which is ready to offer premium design and good performance for little money. The model stands out from its analogues with a glass body, which is complemented by a metal frame. Meizu U10 looks stylish and expensive.

Some characteristics:

• Android 6.0
• Chip: MT6750
• Display: 5”, HD
• Memory capacity: 2/3+16/32 GB
• Cameras: 13+5 MP
• Battery: 2760 mAh

So, as already noted, the Meizu U10 is housed in a glass and metal body, which together provide a solid design. The smartphone is assembled with high quality, which is also typical for other Meizu models. The display of the U10 is quite small by today's standards - 5". HD resolution, but no problems with image quality. The entire front part is covered with curved protective glass with a good oleophobic coating. According to the Meizu standard, a mechanical “Home” button is located at the bottom of the front panel, which is complemented by a fingerprint scanner.

The U 10 got the MT6750 processor from previous Meizu phones. The chip is 8-core and has a fairly powerful Mali-T860 MP2 graphics core. The user has two options for U 10 with different memory capacities: 2+16 GB or 3+16 GB. The smartphone works quickly, there are no problems with launching modern games. I received Android 6.0, on top of which the manufacturer installed the proprietary Flyme shell, which is loved by many users for its convenience and beauty. By standard, we have two cameras that take pictures of average quality. A 2760 mAh battery is responsible for autonomy, although it is not the most capacious, but it is enough for a couple of days.

Meizu U10 is one of the best Chinese smartphones under 10,000 rubles, which, at a low cost, pleases the eye with its external design and is easy to use. The price of U10 depends on the amount of memory and varies between 6500-8000 rubles.

Oukitel K 6000 Plus – the best Chinese smartphone with a powerful battery

In our ranking of the best Chinese smartphones of 2017, we decided to include another unusual device from Oukitel. K 6000 Plus went on sale the other day, replacing its predecessor – K 6000 Pro. The key feature of this line of smartphones is a capacious battery that can provide several days of battery life. In addition, the K 6000 Plus can act as a Power Bank, allowing you to charge other devices. And the rest of the specifications look interesting.

Some characteristics:

• Android 7.0
• Chip: MT6750T
• Display: 5.5”, FullHD
• Memory capacity: 4+64 GB
• Cameras: 16+8 MP
• Battery: 6080 mAh

Oukitel K6000 Plus, like most modern smartphones, has a metal body - only plastic inserts on top and bottom, painted in the color of the main part, stand out. The assembly is good, the joints are almost invisible. The smartphone is quite large and heavy due to the capacious battery, so not everyone will find it convenient to use. The display is large and high resolution. It is covered with 2.5D glass, which is fashionable nowadays and does not raise any complaints about quality. Oukitel in this model abandoned the fingerprint scanner on the back side, integrating it into the mechanical button on the front.

The K 6000 Plus is built on the MT6750T processor, which has 8 computing cores. The Mali-T860MP2 core is responsible for graphics processing. To ensure good multitasking, 4 GB of RAM is used. For the user's needs, 64 GB is provided, which can be expanded using memory cards. 16 MP rear camera, 8 MP front camera with wide shooting angle. Faster than many top smartphones, the K 6000 Plus received the latest Android 7.0. Finally, the 6080 mAh battery provides autonomy for at least 4-5 days, and can also charge another user device.

Oukitel K 6000 Plus deserves the title of the best inexpensive Chinese smartphone with a large battery in 2017. Now the model costs around 10,000 rubles, but the manufacturer is offering good discounts due to the start of sales, so hurry up.

Xiaomi Redmi 4 is the best balanced and affordable smartphone from China

Xiaomi has been one of the most famous and fastest growing companies in recent years. It produces absolutely any kind of electronics, from fitness bracelets to smart home systems. However, its inexpensive smartphones are especially loved by users. Recently, the company updated its line of available solutions by introducing Redmi 4, which was included in our rating of the best. It does not stand out for any one characteristic - it is a perfectly balanced model with high-quality performance.

Some characteristics:

• Android 6.0
• Chip: Snapdragon 430
• Display: 5”, HD
• Memory capacity: 2+16 GB
• Cameras: 13+5 MP
• Battery: 4100 mAh

Like all the company's latest smartphones, not counting the ultra-budget 4A, Redmi 4 is presented in a metal case, on which, if you look closely, you can see plastic inserts. It is impossible to find fault with the build quality – Xiaomi does not disappoint in this regard. On the back side, in addition to the camera and LED flash, the manufacturer placed the usual fingerprint scanner, and at the front below there are three navigation touch buttons. The screen is medium-sized with HD resolution, which can be called a plus, since FullHD would drain the battery much faster. The cameras have standard characteristics - 13 + 5 MP, but the pictures they take are of a decent level.

What Xiaomi is famous for is the use of fairly powerful processors even in budget smartphones. Redmi 4 is equipped with an 8-core Snapdragon 430 chip from Qualcomm. The amount of memory can be called the golden mean - 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of ROM. There are no problems with the interface freezing or launching any games. The phone runs Android 6.0, which will most likely be updated by the manufacturer in the near future. In addition, the proprietary MIUI 8.1 shell is installed, famous for its functionality. The advantage is a capacious 4100 mAh battery, which, with a not-so-high screen resolution and an energy-efficient processor, gives up to 4 days of battery life.

Xiaomi Redmi 4 is a universal solution for many users. The smartphone is quite powerful, attractive, and lasts a long time on one charge, and there is no price tag - around 7,500 rubles.

The best branded Chinese smartphones over 10,000 rubles in 2017 – ranking of TOP phones

Quite a few companies from China are now developing smartphones with flagship characteristics that are ready to compete with phones from famous manufacturers. However, the key feature and advantage remains the affordable price.

Xiaomi Mi 5S is a high-quality and powerful smartphone

Xiaomi, along with a bunch of budget-level smartphones, presents quite unusual and interesting flagship new products. Just look at the recent Mi MIX, which stands out with very thin frames around the screen. True, the price is too high for most users. But Mi5S, an improved version of Mi 5, appealed to many. The Chinese manufacturer managed to implement in it both a stylish design and, at the same time, a powerful filling, which is complemented by a durable battery.

Some characteristics:

• Android 6.0
• Chip: Snapdragon 821
• Display: 5.15”, FullHD
• Memory capacity: 3/4+64/128 GB
• Cameras: 12+4 MP
• Battery: 3200 mAh

Unlike its predecessor Mi5, which was enclosed in a glass case, the new product received a more practical metal. Quite noticeable plastic inserts are allocated for the antennas, and the edges remain the same rounded so that the smartphone fits perfectly in the hand. A noticeable difference between the Mi5S and other Xiaomi representatives is the touch-sensitive Home button, which is more reminiscent of a mechanical one. It also acts as a fingerprint scanner that works with wet and dirty fingers. The manufacturer made a compromise by installing both a not too large and not too small 5.15” display with FullHD. The glass covering the screen is noticeably curved at the edges and has an excellent oleophobic coating.

Mi5S runs on a fresh and powerful Snapdragon 821 processor; solutions with 3 and 4 GB of RAM are available to choose from. As you understand, there is no need to talk about lags - the smartphone works quickly and copes with any modern games. The Mi5S has excellent cameras: the 12-megapixel main one from Sony takes excellent pictures, and the 5-megapixel front one will help you take a good selfie with various modes. The smartphone is equipped with a 3200 mAh battery, which, thanks to good optimization, is enough for a couple of days of active use.

Xiaomi Mi5S is a good flagship for a reasonable price. The smartphone is ready to provide the user with everything he needs: powerful hardware, good cameras, a clear display and a capacious battery. The cost of the model starts at 17,000 rubles.

Meizu Pro 6S is the best Chinese smartphone with a good camera

In the spring of 2016, Meizu introduced the flagship smartphone Pro 6, which stands out in the Chinese device market for its stylish design, excellent camera and best display. Afterwards, the company decided to slightly diversify the line by releasing the large Plus, as well as Pro 6S, which ended up in our rating of the best Chinese smartphones. Pro 6S, having adopted almost everything from its older brother, received a high-quality camera, as well as a lower price.

Some characteristics:

• Android 6.0
• Chip: MediaTek Helio X25
• Display: 5.2”, FullHD
• Memory capacity: 4+64 GB
• Cameras: 12+5 MP
• Battery: 3060 mAh

Meizu Pro 6S is presented in an elegant, thin body made of aluminum. The smartphone is put together superbly, and feels even better in your hands. The display is an optimal 5.2 inches with high resolution. Its feature, in addition to high quality, was 3D Touch technology, which recognizes pressure (similar to that used in the latest iPhones from Apple).

According to the Meizu standard, a physical oval “Home” button is installed, which doubles as a fingerprint scanner. The main camera, which has a Sony sensor, optical stabilization and a circular LED flash, looks no less intriguing. With the right settings, you can get almost perfect pictures in any conditions.

The Pro 6S's processor is not the top-end by far, but 10 cores with a clock speed of 2.5 GHz look impressive, and there is not a single task that the chip cannot handle. It is supported by 4 GB of RAM in launching applications. 64 GB of ROM is allocated for user needs. The smartphone runs on the latest version of the “green robot” with the proprietary Flyme shell. The battery has a capacity of 3060 mAh, which only on paper does not seem to be the best indicator - in reality, we have 2 days under medium loads.

Meizu Pro 6S has already visited several ratings where it occupied the highest places. We also didn’t ignore this excellent phone with a good camera and stylish design. For high quality you will have to pay about 20,000 rubles.

OnePlus 3T is the most powerful Chinese smartphone

You simply won’t find a more powerful smartphone than this for around 25,000 rubles. Oneplus 3T is loved by users around the world for its powerful hardware, quality materials, excellent cameras and affordable price. It is rightly called the “flagship killer”, including in almost every top of the best Chinese smartphones. By the way, the company is preparing another “monster” for release, which promises to be even more impressive.

Some characteristics:

• Android 7.0
• Chip: Snapdragon 821
• Display: 5.5”, FullHD
• Memory capacity: 6+64/128 GB
• Cameras: 16+16 MP
• Battery: 3400 mAh

OnePlus 3T is an all-metal brick with slightly rounded edges. The smartphone looks and feels expensive and solid. The front part is occupied by an excellent display with the usual 5.5 inches. The high-resolution AMOLED matrix provides simply excellent images. Home button. The entire front side is covered with Gorilla Glass 4 using 2.5D technology. One cannot help but praise the two cameras: the front one is a 16-megapixel module from Samsung; the main one is 16-megapixel from Sony. The photos are best in class.

As for the “fillings,” OnePlus 3T confidently surpasses its closest competitors and manages to impose a fight on the flagships of other, larger companies. At the heart we have a Snapdragon 821 chip, the performance of which is supported by 6 GB of RAM.

By the way, OnePlus was the first to install such a volume of RAM in a smartphone. In addition, the next phone will apparently receive a record 8 GB. The ROM volume can be selected - 64 or 128 GB. The device is running the latest version of the OS, and you can count on updates in the future. The battery did not achieve a record capacity, but optimization does its job.

OnePlus 3T today is the most powerful Chinese smartphone at an affordable price, which is why it often finds itself in various tops and ratings. Despite the emergence of more productive models, 3T remains relevant. The price of the smartphone is 25,000 rubles for the 64 GB version, 35,000 rubles for the 128 GB model.

ZUK Z2 was recognized by users and many resources as the best smartphone in terms of price-performance ratio. The model is truly impressive when, after seeing the price tag, you look at the characteristics. ZUK Z2 received high-quality case materials, a top-end processor and considerable amounts of memory. True, the smartphone did not do without a “fly in the ointment”.

Some characteristics:

• Android 7.0
• Chip: Snapdragon 821
• Display: 5”, FullHD
• Memory capacity: 4+64 GB
• Cameras: 13+8 MP
• Battery: 3500 mAh

The ZUK Z 2 body is made of premium materials - glass and fiberglass. Compact dimensions and austere appearance turn the smartphone into a real find for many users. The model has a 5-inch high-resolution screen, covered with curved glass with an ideal oleophobic coating.

The “Home” button here is mechanical, in addition, it is the only control element - navigation is carried out using swipes. And it just seems inconvenient; according to reviews, more than 90% of users were satisfied with the button. The cameras are not up to the level of flagships, but they take good pictures.

The smartphone stands out among its competitors with its top-end Snapdragon 821 processor, which, together with 4 GB of RAM, provides excellent performance. A fairly large 3500 mAh battery is responsible for autonomy, which provides up to 2 days of active use.

And now to that very fly in the ointment. ZUK Z 2 still has not received stable firmware in Russian. To make the device work, users have to independently reflash it with third-party firmware, encountering a lot of bugs. However, over time, this problem should be resolved through the efforts of the manufacturer.

Lenovo ZUK Z2 deservedly takes its place in the top 10 best smartphones from China, offering excellent characteristics for little money. If you are ready to tinker with flashing the firmware, then feel free to order the ZUK Z2. Today, the cost of a smartphone is a little more than 13,000 rubles (many sellers on AliExpress offer a white version for about 10,000 rubles).

ZTE Nubia Z11 – the most beautiful frameless smartphone of 2017

The best Chinese smartphones: ZTE Nubia Z11

The new product from ZTE stands out, first of all, by the absence of wide frames along the edges of the display. Thanks to this point, Nubia Z11 became the narrowest smartphone with a 5.5-inch screen. The model turned out to be truly flagship, while not having the highest price tag, which attracts users.

Some characteristics:

• Android 7.0
• Chip: Snapdragon 820
• Display: 5.5”, FullHD
• Memory capacity: 4/6+64/128 GB
• Cameras: 16+8 MP
• Battery: 3000 mAh

The Nubia Z11 is all metal except for the glass on the front. The manufacturer approached the assembly responsibly, presenting one of the most robust and ergonomic Chinese smartphones. There is a large display on the front, which does not turn the device into a shovel thanks to its almost invisible frames. The pleasant appearance is complemented by the branded “Home” button, made in the form of a red circle. The main camera of Nubia Z11 is flagship level. A Sony sensor is installed, the camera is protected by sapphire glass, preventing scratches.

You definitely can’t call a smartphone slow or “dull.” The base is the top-end Snapdragon 820 processor, which, paired even with 4 GB of RAM (there is also a 6 GB solution), will cope with any task. The phone runs the current version of the operating system, and in the future can count on receiving the latest updates. A 3000 mAh battery is responsible for autonomy.

Nubia Z11 is a good Chinese smartphone that stands out for its lack of bezels. It looks stylish, is very fast and has good cameras. The average cost is 20,000-27,000 rubles, depending on the amount of memory.