Popular mobile phones of the year. Best mobile devices rating: smartphone

Make up objective list the best smartphones of our time is impossible, given the personal preferences of everyone, even the most authoritative and independent reviewer. Nevertheless, some publications nevertheless undertake this task, dooming themselves in advance to a flurry of criticism from readers who are outraged by this or that decision.

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The reported ranking is presented by a reputable Business edition Insider. Its TOP-20 includes almost all eminent vendors and brands (except, perhaps, Sony), it is also noteworthy that all 5 latest models from Apple, including the iPhone SE, hit the top ten.

TOP 20 best smartphones of 2016

The gadget, which is quite controversial in terms of design and ergonomics, nevertheless fell in love with the fans of the "blackberry" brand. One of the main criteria for getting into the rating is pretty low cost... The QWERTY keyboard familiar to all BlackBerry smartphones, good performance and reliability of the device will not break a serious hole in the budget - you will have to pay about $ 300 for a "passport".

Ever since mid-to-top managers in Western companies have switched en masse from BlackBerry to iPhone, the Canadian vendor's only hope has been ardent fans of its products and physical keyboards. It was for them that the BlackBerry Classic model was released, made in the traditional style for the company, but with wider functionality. The price is $ 280.

However, Canadians still tried to move away from templates and enter a more mass market. Black sheep lineup BlackBerry has become original smartphone Priv with slide-out keyboard. Its main difference from fellows is operating system Android instead of the usual proprietary firmware. The cost is about $ 370.

One of the most affordable smartphones on the market in its category. It is produced in three variations (G4, G4 Plus and G4 Play), has good technical characteristics and an unassuming design, the price is from 200 to 250 dollars.

Last year's South Korean phablet is still quite popular despite its release new Note 7. The device works on the basis of an 8-core Exynos chip, has 4 GB random access memory, 16-megapixel main and 5-megapixel front cameras and, of course, proprietary with the S-Pen stylus... V this moment the gadget can be purchased for about $ 550.

Not done this rating from no B-brands. Yesterday's "noname" ZTE made it clear in May this year that it is quite capable of competing with premium sharks such as LG, HTC and even Samsung. New flagship received a full ammunition for this - a top-end Snapdragon 820 chip, Adreno 530 graphics, 4/6 GB of RAM, a fingerprint scanner, sensitive touch pad Force Touch (similar to Apple's 3D Touch), excellent 5.5-inch display. For such a set now you have to pay about $ 400.

14. LG G5

The date of the presentation of the new flagship, which replaced the above-described G5, was chosen by LG marketers very strangely - September 7 (on that day, the iPhone 7 / Plus was shown). Naturally, the apple novelties overshadowed the event of the Koreans, and the latter's smartphone came out pretty good. Outwardly, it differs little from its predecessor, but it is equipped with more powerful hardware, the cost is just over $ 600.

12.HTC 10

After receiving a lot of criticism from reviewers and users, Taiwanese designers finally decided to radically redesign the appearance of the new flagship. The cut edges of the case look just fine, as does the refusal to place the logo on the bezel. Concerning technical characteristics, then there is full compliance with the trends of spring 2016 - Snapdragon 820, 4 GB of RAM, USB Type-C, etc. Price - $ 550.

11. Moto Z

Another modular smartphone in the ranking, this time made in China... Unlike the Korean counterpart, an additional battery, proprietary Lenovo projector or the speaker is not connected to the bottom, but to the back of the smartphone. Otherwise, the Moto Z is a fairly thin, compact and lightweight device with top-of-the-line specs for 2016. The price is $ 600-700.

It is difficult to understand what the author of the rating was guided by, placing the OnePlus 3 in 10th position. A world-wide design (especially many threads were borrowed from HTC), the most popular Snapdragon 820 processor + Adreno 530 video accelerator this year, a 5.5-inch display with a pixel density of just over 400 per inch, etc. The only thing that catches your eye is 6 GB of RAM, but there is no memory card slot, which is not typical for Chinese smartphones. The cost is about $ 400.

9. iPhone SE

Opens the "apple" rating page released in the spring of this iPhone years SE. The device is a kind of hybrid of iPhone 6 and iPhone 5s. From the first, the smartphone inherited the technical characteristics, from the second - the design. The gadget can be purchased for $ 400.

Last year Apple flagship did not become a sensation, but expectedly justified the letter "s" in the title. The main features, apart from the traditional upgrades of the processor and peripheral modules, are 3D Touch technology and the "Live Photos" function. The iPhone 6s costs $ 539.

The 5.5-inch sibling iPhone 6s is also not too different from its predecessor iPhone 6 Plus - similar design, several new features, more high performance and time autonomous work, improved camera. The cost is $ 650.

6. Google Pixel XL

After rebranding and abandoning the Nexus line, Google decided to increase control over production. own smartphones, and at the same time significantly raise prices. 5.5-inch Google Pixel XL is straight rival iPhone 7 Plus, while the "corporation of good" declares the best camera in the world (which, of course, is compared with dual camera apple phablet), a more efficient virtual google assistant Assistant (hello Siri) and incredible performance powered by a tandem Snapdragon 821 processor and the latest Android Nougat OS. You will have to pay as much as $ 769 for the new Google Phone.

2016 was a real breakthrough in the field of smartphone technology. All manufacturers have done their best to release quality new items to the market, equipped with the latest technologies and modern design. This year, special attention was paid to the volume of built-in and RAM, the quality of the camera and display, the innovators also took care of the price-quality ratio. Traditionally, the best smartphones of different classes were presented: budget, medium and top.

Popular trends for 2016 include curved displays, which were pioneered by South Korean innovators Samsung and LG and provided a huge boost.

Curved models have conquered the world with their novelty and innovation, with their help you can expand the capabilities of the display by placing additional icons on the curved part.

Another feature of modern flagships is that plastic and plastic are used for their manufacture, because they are convenient and practical. These smartphones can handle falls better and are much easier and cheaper to repair. Also, this year manufacturers began to pay great attention to the design of their devices, they began to release flagships in several colors at once. Gone are the days when you could choose between white and black.

Which manufacturers pioneered in 2016?

Every year on the market appears great amount smartphone manufacturers, but only a few of them are able to offer the world really new technologies, and not just produce analogs of popular models, these include: Apple, Samsung, LG, Huawei, Lenovo, ASUS, HTC, LeEco and Xiaomi. Among the listed brands, there are also Chinese manufacturers, some may be confused, but now Chinese smartphones are not inferior to their more popular American or South Korean counterparts, they are of high quality and democratic in price. Below will be presented a rating of 15 smartphones, divided into price categories.

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• 10 successful smartphones that you can buy up to 10 thousand rubles

TOP 15 best smartphones in 2016

Now let's get to the fun part. In this collection you will find the best-selling, and therefore popular smartphones... Let's start with expensive models (from 32 to 70 thousand rubles):

Apple iPhone 7

The average price reaches 70 thousand rubles.

Apple iPhone 7 is a new product of this year from Apple. The smartphone was released in two versions: Apple iPhone 7 (standard model) and 7 Plus (larger model with additional camera). The advantages of a smartphone include:

• the latest OS iOS 10;
• the battery capacity reaches 2900 mAh, which allows the battery to keep a charge all day with active use;
• models are protected from water ingress;
• the presence of an additional camera (7 Plus), which is equipped with an optical specialization and built-in lenses, they allow you to create a photo video with 4K resolution;
• excellent quality of the front camera (7 MP, more than the main counterparts);
• wide range of built-in memory from 16 to 256 GB;
• wide enough screen with a resolution of 4.7 and 5.5 inches.

The disadvantages include the lack of support for a memory card and an additional SIM card, as well as the inability to use standard headphones (7 Plus), now you need to purchase an adapter or expensive wireless headphones for the model. In the standard model, the amount of RAM reaches only 2 GB, while even the budget Chinese counterparts have 3 GB.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

The average price is 52.5 thousand rubles.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge is a new generation South Korean smartphone, the advantages of which include:

• the smartphone has a 5.5-inch wide display, runs on the latest OS ();
• the camera takes the best pictures (even underwater) due to the presence of autofocus and a lens with a large aperture, which captures more light and contributes to obtaining clearer and bright photos, the camera copes well even if the room is poorly lit or the movements are too sharp;
• the smartphone is equipped with a wireless charging system, while it is waterproof;
• there is a slot for 2 SIM cards and a memory card;
• the RAM of the gadget is 4 GB;
• the smartphone runs on the "active screen" system, which saves battery power, it automatically turns off when the battery is low or if the device is placed with the screen down.

The disadvantages include a non-removable battery and a small fingerprint scanner.

HTC 10

Average price - 37.4thousand rubles

HTC 10 is the smartphone with the best camera, and its advantages include:

• the latest OS Android 6.0;
• RAM reaches 4 GB, and built-in 32 GB, while there is a hole for a memory card
  the model has a fairly wide 5.2-inch screen and a fingerprint sensor;
• the smartphone has unique cameras (12 and 5 MP), each of which is equipped with optical stabilization, the main camera starts instantly (less than a second) and is great for shooting in low light conditions, because it has a good fast lens, and this is the first camera that Equipped with Hi-Res recording when recording 4K video.

The disadvantages of the gadget include the lack of a slot for a second SIM card.

LG G5 SE H845

Average price - 36.6thousand rubles

LG G5 SE H845 - this novelty is the first modular device, the advantages of which include:

• the smartphone has a 5.3-inch screen and runs on the latest Android 6.0;
• RAM is 3 GB, and the main memory is 32 GB, it is possible to install an additional memory card (up to 200 GB);
• the presence of three cameras in one device at once (main - 16 MP, front - 8 MP and wide-angle (135 degrees) - 8PM, using which you can create high-quality wide-angle photos);
• it is possible to instantly replace the battery or install a special unit that allows you to control the camera and audio chip;
• the model has a 1200 mAh LG Cam Plus module, which will allow you to recharge the battery when it is low.

Of the minuses, it can be noted that the battery capacity is quite low (2800 mAh), which cannot guarantee a long operation of the device.

Oneplus 3

Average price - 32thousand rubles

OnePlus 3 is one of the most powerful modern smartphones issued by a Chinese manufacturer, it has several positive features:

• the device is equipped with Android 6.0 OS and a 5.5-inch screen;
• the amount of RAM reaches 6 GB, and the built-in 64, which allows you to do without a memory card;
• there is a hole for a second SIM card and a fingerprint scanner;
• the model is extremely durable, because it is equipped with a special glass Gorilla Glass 4, which protects well from damage and scratches;
• the camera is equipped with optical stabilization and excellent autofocus, the front camera is rated at 8 MP, and the main one at 16.

As for the disadvantages, the device is not protected from water and quickly discharges in standby mode.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro

The average cost is 10 thousand rubles.

Xiaomi Redmi note 3 Pro - this chinese smartphone, which is very popular both in Russia and in China. The advantages include:

• the smartphone has a 5.5-inch screen, while it has a hole for an additional SIM card;
• the amount of RAM is 3 GB, and the built-in 32, which is enough for the average user;
• the device has a record battery capacity of 4050 mAh, which contributes to long work without recharging.

The disadvantages include not the newest version of the Android 5.1 software

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Lenovo Vibe X3

The average price is 12 thousand rubles.

Lenovo Vibe X3 is the most affordable smartphone with the following advantages:

• the smartphone is equipped with enough big screen 5.5 inches;
• both cameras, having 21 and 8 megapixels, respectively, are capable of creating very high-quality photos, while the gadget can be used as a home theater;
• battery capacity is 3500 mAh, while there is a fingerprint sensor;
• the memory capacity is 3 and 32 GB, respectively.

The disadvantage, as in previous version, is not the most current version of Android 5.1 firmware

The average price is 11 thousand rubles.

Huawei P8 lite is a smartphone with all new technologies and an affordable price

• OS - Android 6.0;
• opportunity simultaneous use two SIM cards;
• the diagonal of the screen is 5 inches, and the RAM is 2 GB with the built-in 16 GB.

Of the minuses, they only note that the slot for the flash card is aligned with the hole for an additional SIM card.

Top mid-priced smartphones

Huawei Nexus 6P

The average price is 32 thousand rubles.

Huawei Nexus 6P is a new product created in collaboration with Google and Chinese manufacturer
the smartphone is equipped with:

• Android 6.0 system;
• battery capacity is 3450 mAh with 3 GB of RAM;
• the gadget supports a second SIM card;
• the camera is equipped with stable autofocus (main and front) and dual flash.

The only drawback is the lack of a slot for a flash card.

ASUS Zenfone 3

The average price is 25.5 thousand rubles.

ASUS Zenfone 3 ZE552KL - the device operates on the Android 6.0 system with 4 GB of RAM
the body is made of durable glass that protects against cracks and scratches, the main camera has 16 MP, and the front camera is 8 MP, the focusing time does not exceed a second, which will allow the camera to fire before a person has time to blink, while there is a color correction sensor that makes rich and clear pictures ... As for the shortcomings, the smartphone has a rather weak battery - 3000 mAh

Sony Xperia Z5 Premium Dual

The average price is 30 thousand rubles.

Sony Xperia Z5 Premium Dual is a new generation smartphone that is famous for its good camera and water-repellent properties. You can also add to the pluses:

• battery capacity is 3430 mAh;
• very quality camera 23 MP, which is equipped with autofocus and excellent stabilization, it allows you to take pictures of the highest quality;
• it is possible to use two SIM cards.

A significant disadvantage is Android 5.1, irrelevant for 2016.

Leeco le max 2

The average price is 19.5 thousand rubles.

LeEco Le Max 2 is a novelty that has become a symbol of the transition to digital standard audio, this means that the user will listen to music without compression, the advantages include:

• the smartphone has a fairly wide display - 5.7 inches;
• the camera of the gadget is made with a high resolution of 21 MP - the main one and 8 MP - the front one;
• smartphone runs on the latest system Android 6.0 with 4 GB of RAM;
• the battery capacity is 3100 mAh.

The downside is the lack of a hole for a flash card.

Meizu M3 Note

The average price is 16.5 thousand rubles.

Meizu M3 Note is a smartphone with LTE support, which has the following positive qualities:

• the battery is rated at 4100 mAh, which is quite good for this price;
• RAM is 3 GB, and the main memory is 32, while there is a hole for additional card memory;
• the screen of the device is 5.5 inches, which is protected by high quality glass.

As for the shortcomings, this is not the most current version of the OS - Android 5.1 and not the best camera.

Lenovo P90 Pro

The average price is 14 thousand rubles.

Lenovo P90 Pro is a smartphone that is great for viewing photos and videos, as well as for playing games, its advantages are:

• the smartphone runs on 3 GB of RAM, while it has 64 GB of internal memory
• there is very powerful battery at 4000 mAh
• the screen is 5.5 inches, which allows you to take beautiful and clear pictures using the 13 MP camera.

The disadvantages include the absence of an additional slot for a SIM card and a small range of colors.

ZTE Blade V7

The average price is 16.5 thousand rubles.

A smartphone concludes our selection ZTE Blade V7. Of the main advantages, it is worth highlighting:

• OS is the most recent Android version 6.0;
• the diagonal of the screen is 5.2 inches, it is equipped with automatic system backlight and oleophobic coating;
• the battery has a capacity of 2540 mAh.

The disadvantage of the model is that it works with 2GB of RAM, while the built-in memory is 16 GB, which is not enough for this price.

In 2007, the whole world learned that the most ordinary phone with a touch screen can play the role of a full-fledged computer. Since then, smartphones have burst into our lives with incredible speed and captivated users. But very often a person is simply not able to keep track of all new models. This top 10 best smartphones of 2016 will help you decide and choose suitable model smartphone.

10 Apple iPhone 6S Plus

9 Huawei Honor 5X

8 Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro 32 Gb

7 Sony Xperia Z5 Premium

6 HTC 10 32 Gb

5 Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge 32 Gb

4 LG G5 SE H845

3 OnePlus 3T 64 Gb

2 ASUS Zenfon 3 ZE552KL 64 Gb

1 Samsung Galaxy S7

The modern generation can no longer imagine themselves without smartphones. Among the whole variety of smartphone models currently on sale, it is difficult to determine the best option, because each user has their own requirements for the perfect smartphone... We hope that thanks to our top it will be easier for you to choose for yourself the only version of the smartphone that suits you both in price and in terms of technical indicators.

Experts conducted comprehensive reviews and tested each model, on this basis, a rating was compiled of the most functional, convenient and high-quality mobile devices released in 2016

A lot of new technology appears in the world - computers, tablets, mobile devices, last group is growing in terms of its varieties and functionality, so let's take a look at the best phones of 2016. Experts conducted comprehensive reviews and tested each model, on this basis, a rating of the most functional, convenient and high-quality mobile devices released in 2016 was compiled, taking into account their price range, design subtleties, modification, power indicators.

Best mobile devices rating: smartphone

Let's take a look at 10 of the best and most proven phones in terms of basic options and features. When we say the best, we assume value for money.

Rank 10: Sony XPeria Z5 Premium

For the unit, you will have to pay about $ 750. This is the first gadget in the world equipped with a screen capable of supporting 4K picture format, which additionally has impressive technical characteristics. With this sharpness, there are no other models on the market that have the added density of 806 pixels. Excellent working camera, body with waterproof features, good sound, capacious battery. All these advantages allow you to use the device quite comfortably and feel that you are holding a miracle of technology.

Specifications:

• Screen - 5.5 inches;
• Memory - 3 GB;
• Frontal and rear cameras respectively 23 Mp, 5.1 Mp.

For those who like practicality and innovations, this is an ideal option.

Place # 9 HTC One M9

The cost of the model is $ 500. Before standard version 5 * phone falls short, according to experts, however, the company has pleased consumers with one of the most proven phones that are recommended on the market.

Statistics show that in recent years, HTC phones have strengthened their positions in the market and entered the top lines of world rankings. And this variety is no exception. It is on the market best quality assembly and optimal technical characteristics, combining the optimal functions of past models and capturing new options.

The system works with improved powerful sound, and the convenience user interface allows you to use the device without any problems. The in-camera resolution has also increased to 20MP and the handset design confirms that the phone is one of the best on the market.

Model characteristics:

• The screen is 5 inches in size;
• RAM - 3 GB;
• The rear and front cameras are respectively 20 MP, 4 MP.

For advanced users who love and appreciate practicality, the model will be the best option.

Seat # 8 Nexus 6P

To become the proud owner of the model, you will have to say goodbye to the amount of $ 750. The Nexus 6P has managed to entice many users. The first thing that "catches your eye" is a bright display, which has become more compact than competing models. The clarity of the image is at a level, you can safely watch movies and explore the pages of friends on social networks.

On the back Nexus panels 6P housed a user-friendly scanner. The Nexus 6P is not a budget model, but it's worth the money. The power of the battery allows you to create what you need - masterpieces of photos. The processor of the device is Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810, there is a rear and front camera, dimensions - 12.3 megapixels, 8 megapixels.

Place # 7 Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge +

The cost of a mobile device is $ 700. The model is significantly ahead of its time in terms of functionality, and promises to become one of the favorites among many users. This is a phone that can combine several charms from the old models, combining them with new functional features. Perfectly working camera, well-made screen, perfect sound. The device looks different from others, which makes it more sophisticated.

Specifications:

• Screen - 5.7 inches;
• Non-removable battery.

Place # 6 IPhone 6S Plus

You have to pay $ 750, but in return you get a perfect device. This copy, like its older brothers, has a small size, but there is nothing wrong with that, because the device is one of the best on the market. This is the second model that contains elements that make it 100% complete and validated.

In the rear panel area there is a camera in which there is optical stabilization pictures, as a result, even in low light, there is high quality videos and photos. In the new generation of the gadget, the user is presented with an excellent battery and practicality. The I Phone 6S Plus device is one of the most expensive representatives of the modern technology market, and it is worth it.

Specifications:

• Screen - 5.5;
• Resolution - 1080 x 1920 pixels;
• Camera 12 Mp, front - 5 Mp.

If you are looking for new sensations and love the technique of this company, then the model is exactly what you need.

Place # 5 Sony Xperia Z5

To become the owner of this mobile device, you will have to pay $ 580. By the way, in comparison with other rating models, this amount does not seem stunning. The device is waterproof, and its elegant design allows you to use the device as you need it. A set of features provides enhanced functionality and increased usability of the phone.

Despite the fact that the company is not very fond of introducing new phones, this model has filled the previous options with its capabilities. Many modifications and the emergence of new options have made the device progressive. The back panel of the device is made of matte material, which gives it an original design. There are fewer open spaces in the device than in previous models. The camera has also undergone several changes and is equipped with a 23 megapixel sensor. The auto focus function allows you to take high quality photos.

Specifications:

• Screen - 5.2 inches;
• Resolution - 1080 x 1920 pixels.

For users who value practicality, this option is ideal.

Seat # 4 iPhone 6S

For the model, you will have to pay $ 650. Compared to other models of the competitor and its older brothers, the device has become even larger, more practical and even better. Huge power, perfect camera, well-thought-out interfaces, new time technologies in terms of camera, screen and other features. All these features and properties can rightfully be considered very useful. It is noticeable that the unit is made to last.

Specifications:

• Screen - 4.7 inches;
• Battery - non-removable;
• 2 cameras - back and front.

Each user decides for himself whether he will purchase a model, and even before it appears on the market. If you are a connoisseur of this product, then the model is right for you.

Place # 3 Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge

The cost of the model is $ 600. Agree, this is less than the models standing in the lower places of the rating. The phone impresses with its technical specifications in terms of power, sound and picture quality. Amazing camera and amazing sound make this model the market leader and give it amazing power characteristics. Stylish curved edge design gives the device a special charm and a new touch of the most beautiful.

Specifications:

• RAM - 3 GB;
• Screen - 5.1 inches;
• The resolution is 1440 x 2560 pixels.

If you are looking for a model that differs from the rest of the options and at the same time has a rich set of technical characteristics, then this is exactly what you need.

Place # 2 LG G4

You will have to set aside $ 550 to buy this device, which is very reasonable. The smartphone has a leather case that can delight every user with its originality. LG has worked hard to anticipate user preferences and create what he needs. The phone is equipped with a wide screen, which makes it competitive and sophisticated. There is a list of optimal options, and all this for a very modest cost.

Key Features:

• Screen - 5.5 inches;
• Resolution - 1440 x 2560 pixels;
• RAM - 3 GB.

Place # 1 Samsung Galaxy S6

This $ 550 device can rightfully be considered a winner in every sense of the word. Its first and most important advantage is the price / quality ratio. The device has the qualities for market leadership. Decent display sharpness, optimal audio and video quality, a wide range of parameters - all this makes the model the best of its kind and proven.

The perfect design creates an opportunity for pleasure when you hold the model in your hands. And the low price makes the model accessible to any average user. The screen size of the model is 5.1 inches, there are rear and front cameras, respectively, measuring 16 megapixels and 5 megapixels.

2016 push-button telephone: best model

Despite the fact that now there are many touch phones(they represent 90% of the technology market), there are users who prefer to choose push-button telephones.

The best push-button phone model of 2016 - Nokia 515... Its OS is created using the well-known Series 10 platform, the model weighs 100 grams, and is 114.2 x 48.2 x 11.2 mm in size. Given the fact that the phone is a push-button, and the possibilities of creating original design smaller than in touchscreen models, the body of the model is surprisingly stylish and unusual.

The screen of the device is also not deprived of powerful and practical protection, there is a tempered high-quality glass. The indicator of RAM is 64 MB, the screen size is 2.4 inches. You can use two SIM cards at the same time, and there is also support for 3G technology, which allows you to watch videos without problems. The average cost of the model on the market is about $ 100.

The functionality is arranged so that each owner was given the opportunity to use high-quality communication.

Basic functions:

• Access to the Internet from any convenient browser;
• The ability to support the display of social. networks;
• Email sync settings.

Thus, each of the above models has decent functionality to occupy the first positions in the rating. And the affordable cost of products allows even people with an average income to become their happy owners. Each of the presented devices is made conscientiously and has decent characteristics in terms of design and quality.

The past year turned out to be rich in new items in the world of telephony. Long awaited updates versions, unexpected premieres, the appearance of newcomers - the manufacturers were amazing as they could. It is easy to get confused among the abundance of released gadgets, each brand is trying to bypass competitors, creating powerful advertising campaigns.
- not an easy task. We have created a rating of the best smartphones in 2016, which contains the most productive and popular models.

Top 10 best smartphones of 2016

10th place - HTC 10

Opens a list of the best smartphones across all characteristics of the HTC 10.
The Taiwanese company has taken a huge step forward by releasing latest HTC... Its main feature is a gorgeous camera. 12 million pixels create lifelike photos. Thanks to laser focus, images maintain their natural color depth.
Another feature of the Taiwanese is the latest version of the Sense and platform - Qualcomm Snapdragon 820. Powerful filling allows you to play with improved settings.
The 5.2-inch screen with a 2560 × 1440 resolution reproduces color perfectly from any angle.
A 3-amp battery with active use of the device holds a charge for 10 hours, in sleep mode - up to 4 days.
The price in Russian stores starts at 26,000 rubles.

Main characteristics:

1. Android 6.0;
2. 12 MP camera;
3. RAM 4GB;
4. 3000 mAh;
5. weight 161g .;
6. 4 cores.

Pros:

• build quality;
• battery life;
• good camera;
• high-quality screen;
• appearance.

Minuses:

• no water protection;
• protruding chamber.

9th place - LG G5 SE

One step below is the device of a South Korean firm.
LG is renowned for its drive to change. G-line phones come out with a new configuration every time. The LG G5 SE is no exception. The gadget has been updated with a fingerprint scanner, appearance and functionality.

The IPS display is protected by an oleophobic coating. 16 megapixel cameras capture bright, clear images with a resolution of 2560 × 1440.
A 2800 mAh battery lasts 6-8 hours, offline- two days.
The LG G5 SE has a powerful processor and AnTuTu benchmark scores 78,250.
The cost of a device in Yandex Market ranges from 20 to 27 thousand.

Specifications:

1. Android 6.0;
2. 5.3 ″, resolution 2560 × 1440
3. 16 MP camera;
4. RAM 3GB;
5. 2800 mAh;
6. weight 156g.;
7. 73.90 x 149.40 x 7.30 mm.

Pros:

• modern design;
• convenient menu;
• good camera;
• build quality.

Minuses:

• non-standard charging connector.

8th place - Honor 8

The device manufacturers used the proprietary HiSilicon Kirin 950 platform as the engine. AnTuTu data show 95030. The fast device draws 3D games at high fps.

FullHD screen with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels conveys the quality of photos at the highest level.
The 12 + 12 MP dual camera perfectly corrects the white balance, without noise and blur. The front lens has wide viewing angles.
The battery, despite an average of 3000 mAh, lasts up to 18 hours of use. You can play continuously for 4 hours, the sleeping state lasts about 3 days.
The cost varies between 28-30 thousand.

Main characteristics:

1. Android 6.0;
2. 5.2 ″, resolution 1920 × 1080;
3. 12 MP camera;
4. RAM 4GB;
5. 3000 mAh;
6. weight 153g .;

Pros:

• Beautiful design;
• bright and clear screen;
• great camera;
• two active sim cards;
• battery.

Minuses:

• very slippery;

7th place - Lumia 950 DS

Top seven most high-quality smartphones 2016 receives a Windows smartphone.
A high-quality device with a 5.2-inch display transmits images with a size of 2560 × 1440 pixels. The system itself adjusts the brightness. The coating has poor protection, which requires mandatory use films.

The camera stands out among other devices - 20 megapixels. Image quality is excellent, color reproduction is accurate and natural.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 processor offers good operating speed and performance.
The operating time of the smartphone during active use is 9 hours, during calls 20, in sleep mode - up to 9 days.
The cost of the Lumia 950 DS starts at 30,000 rubles.

Main characteristics:

1. MS Windows 10 Mobile;
2. 5.2 ″ screen, 2560 × 1440 resolution;
3. camera 20 MP .;
4. RAM 3GB;
5. 3000 mAh;
6. weight 150g .;

Pros:

• great screen;
• fast;
• good camera;
• battery;
• retinal unblocking.

Minuses:

• price.

6th place - ZTE Nubia Z11

Next, the unique ZTE Nubia Z11 settled in the top 10 best smartphones of 2016.
The gadget is equipped with proprietary Nubia UI firmware on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 platform. The original shell provides additional features:

• dividing the screen into two parts, each of which works separately;
• reduced menu for ease of use with one hand;
• control using movements on the display.

The wide-range, bezel-less screen reproduces clear images with no visible pixels.
Capacious battery holds a charge for almost a day with average use.
The price of a smartphone in Russia varies between 25,000.

Main characteristics:

1. Android 6.0;
2. screen 5.5 ″, resolution 1920 × 1080;
3. 16 MP camera;
4. RAM 4GB;
5. 3000 mAh;
6. weight 162g.;
7. support for two SIM-cards.

Pros:

• connection quality;
• sound;
• high-speed performance;
• Beautiful design;
• screen.

Minuses:

• the battery capacity is a little short;
• unfinished NFC.

5th place - Asus ZenFone 3

The middle of the rating belongs to another Taiwanese phone.
The device is complete Qualcomm processor Snapdragon 625 on Android base 6.0 Marshmallow. The phone has a unique quality - a super-bright fullHD-screen that perfectly shows data even in the sun.

AnTuTu performance test gives 62430, this is average level... Powerful games are played at high settings.
Asus takes high-quality pictures, there is a noise reduction system. The only drawback is that night photography does not give full color reproduction. At the same time, the clarity is preserved.
The average price of a gadget is 24 thousand.

Main characteristics:

1. Android 6.0;
2. 5.2 ″, resolution 1920 × 1080;
3. 16 MP camera;
4. RAM 3GB;
5. 2650 mAh;
6. weight 144g .;
7. support for two SIM-cards.

Pros:

• great screen;
• chic design;
• fast processor;
• loud dynamics;
• appearance.

Minuses:

• lack of nfc;
• slippery.

4th place - LeEco Le Max 2

The Chinese LeEco Le Max almost got into the top three.
The flagship of the Chinese brand is equipped with a unique eUI 5.8 shell, which has a functional Russified menu and combined applications with a desktop.

A solid 21 megapixel camera creates almost perfect pictures. Night shooting impresses with the clarity of the frame. Video recording in 4K format is possible.
Large 5.7-inch display equipped with QHD system and oleophobic protective coating.
The 3100 mAh battery is capable of working up to 8 hours of increased load and up to 20 - average.
The price for the flagship is 25,000-30,000 rubles.

Main characteristics:

1. Android 6.0;
2. screen 5.7 ″, resolution 2560 × 1440;
3. 21 MP camera;
4. RAM 4GB;
5. 3100 mAh;
6. weight 185g.;
7. two sim cards.

Pros:

• great camera;
• smart processor;
• good sound;
• high-quality screen;
• fast charging.

Minuses:

• no memory card slot;
• lack of NFC;
• there is no 3.5 headphone jack.

3rd place - One Plus 3T

The bronze of our top went to the productive One Plus 3T. It takes the honorable third place among the best smartphones of 2016 according to experts.
The powerful functional flagship in the AnTuTu test scored 148801 points. However, the rest of the tests also give the highest marks - 3D graphics, speed of work, games.

The 16 megapixel Sony camera has a range of 2.0. Photos are clear, crisp and contrasty.
The 1080 × 1960 AMOLED display produces a high-quality picture without blur.
The battery holds a charge during active use up to 9 hours and passive up to 14 hours.
You can buy a gadget from 30 thousand.

Specifications:

1. Android 6.0;
2. 5.5 ″, resolution 1920 × 1080;
3. 16 MP camera;
4. RAM 6GB;
5. 3000 mAh;
6. weight 158g .;
7. two sim cards.

Pros:

• design;
• build quality;
• body material;
• speed of work;
• fits perfectly in the hand;
• fast charging;
• great sound;
• responsive fingerprint scanner.

Minuses:

• protruding chamber;

2nd place - Google Pixel

A newcomer receives a silver rating medal Russian market.
Google has been producing quality devices for a long time under its own brand, but from factories of other well-known companies such as LG, HTC, Samsung. This time came out new model- Pixel - without linking someone else's name.

The optimized Nougat 7.1 platform allows the machine to be highly productive. Capacious battery keeps the battery in working order for almost a day, in sleep mode - up to three weeks.
The 5-inch 2.5D screen, covered with oleophobic protection, has a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels.

Particular attention is drawn to the camera. Renowned developer software and hardware has created an international rating DxOMark, testing photo and video cameras. In 2016, DxOMark awarded the first place to the Google Pixel. The photos are really fantastic, without any noise, crisp and bright.
The cost of Google Pixel in Russia is from 40 thousand rubles.