8 smartphone flagships in 2018, which is cheaper to buy in the US

Buying flagship models - a wise investment, which allows for a long time not to change the smartphone. But sometimes during the flight across the ocean almost a third of it is added to the cost of the gadget - at the expense of margins, customs duties and the content of the company's regional staff. It turns out that to buy equipment directly from the US comes out much cheaper.

We have prepared a list of smartphones that are much more profitable to buy in America. US prices are approximate, of course, current at the time of writing (1 dollar - 67.5 rubles). All of them can be ordered through the service "banderolku"- read the instructions on the request at the end of the article.

1. iPhone XS

what is remarkable: This is the new and fancy iPhone - with the new processor A12 Bionic, improved Face ID and portrait shooting mode, the Smart HDR and modification in gold color.

Price in Russia: A version with 64 GB of memory - 87 990 rubles, with 256 GB - 100 990 rubles, with 512 GB - 118 990 rubles.

Price in US: A version with 64 GB of memory - 67 000 rubles, with 256 GB - 77 000 rubles, with 512 GB - 90 000 rubles.

Benefit: From 21 000 rubles.

This time, Apple showed evolutionary improvements in almost all areas: productivity, work Softovaya camera battery. XS holds a charge just longer than iPhone X, will recognize the face of the owner, and even removes Smart HDR-image, making for some milliseconds few shots and combining them into one pretty picture. A new color modification - XS sold in the "gold". Radical innovation was perhaps that supports two SIM cards, which will be the date when Russia comes eSIM standard.

2. iPhone XS Max

what is remarkable: The largest screen in the iPhone history.

Price in Russia: A version with 64 GB of memory - 96 990 rubles, with 256 GB - 109 990 rubles, with 512 GB - 127 990 rubles.

Price in US: A version with 64 GB of memory - 74 000 rubles, with 256 GB - 84 000 rubles, with 512 GB - 98 000 rubles.

Benefit: From 23 000 rubles.

This is the same iPhone XS, but for those who are used to select the model Plus. Diagonal display XS Max - 6,5 inches, and the screen resolution - 2688 × 1242 pixels. And yet it is the most expensive smartphone from Apple, so the benefit when you purchase you can get the most significant - up to 25 000 rubles, taking into account the customs duty.

3. iPhone XR

what is remarkable: The fact that this is also new, but relatively affordable iPhone. And six color modifications, of course.

Price in Russia: A version with 64 GB of memory - 64 990 rubles, with 128 GB - 68 990 rubles, with 256 GB - 77 990 rubles.

Price in US: A version with 64 GB of memory - 50 000 rubles, with 128 GB - 53 000 rubles, with 256 GB - 60 000 rubles.

Benefit: From 15 000 rubles.

The compromise version of the iPhone, slightly lagging behind the XS in the level of moisture protection, RAM size, and the nuances of the camera, but superior to other new models in the autonomy. And yet there is not installed OLED, and IPS-display. Theoretically, it should be much worse, but Apple developers have made sure that the screen gave an excellent picture. This is facilitated by excellent calibration, good pixel density of 326 ppi, and in support for the regime True Tone, which adjusts the color of the display for the environment. XR sold in six colors, from a non-standard - bright blue and red.

4. iPhone 8

what is remarkable: It is the newest and most powerful iPhone screen with a classic (without "cholochki").

Price in Russia: A version with 64 GB of memory - 51 990 rubles, with 256 GB - 64 990 rubles.

Price in US: A version with 64 GB of memory - 40 000 rubles, with 256 GB - 50 000 rubles.

Benefit: 12 000 rubles.

Although the "eight" and lags behind the iPhone X and Apple's new devices, it is still the flagship, which copes with all user tasks. There is support for wireless charging, True Tone and portrait mode with simulated lighting. Oh, and most importantly, iPhone 8 - the best option for the adepts of the sect of Steve Jobs, bayonets apprehended the ill-fated "bangs" to the sensors and the need to unlock the face instead of the finger.

8 Plus model with a display of 5.5 inches and 256 GB will cost 72,990 rubles for the purchase in Russia, or 57 000 if purchased in the United States.

5. Samsung Galaxy S9

what is remarkable: One of the best screens, powerful processors, protection class IP68 and a mechanical two-stage diaphragm.

Price in Russia59 990 rubles for the version with 64 GB of memory. Other versions in Russia is not officially sold.

Price in US: A version with 64 GB of memory - 42 000 rubles, with 128 GB - 45 000 rubles, with 256 GB - 50 000 rubles.

Benefit18 000 rubles.

Samsung's flagship brand with a bunch of bells and whistles - for example, a hybrid unlocking facial features and iris of the eye or support DeX mode that turns a smartphone into an alternative to the computer. For sound S9 stereo speakers are responsible, the AKG designed, and for steep shots - the flagship camera with a mechanical diaphragm. S9 - a good choice for those who want "the best phone in the world," but for some reason does not like Apple.

The older version of the model S9 + 64 GB of onboard memory will cost 66,990 rubles for the purchase in Russia and about 50 000 when you buy in America. Version with 256 GB of memory is not sold in Russia and is worth about 58 000 when you buy in the United States. That's right - it is cheaper than the version with 64 GB in Russia.

6. Samsung Galaxy Note 9

what is remarkable: Pros S9, to which was added a stylus for taking notes and drawing. And yet a large screen.

Price in Russia: Version with 128 GB of memory - 69 990 rubles, with 512 GB - 89 990 rubles.

Price in US: Version with 128 GB of memory - 67 000 rubles, with 512 GB - 84 000 rubles.

Benefit: From 3 000 rubles.

PHABLET, combine all the advantages of the new Galaxy line of smartphones with big screen and stylus S Pen. Stylish and serious form a thin shell, no frames at the edges, corporate samsungovsky Super AMOLED mode and working with two applications on a single screen - all this makes the Note 9 competitive with its flagship character. And together with the stylus and fast access to the "handwritten" notes it becomes an alternative to tablet for anyone who often throws some notes and something draws.

7. Sony Xperia XZ2

what is remarkable: Powerful hardware, shooting HDR-function video in 4K and slo-mo with 1080p, high-quality sound.

Price in Russia59 990 rubles.

Price in US46 000 rubles.

Benefit14 000 rubles.

Smartphone from Sony, which does not lag behind the rest of the flagships: here and one of the top Snapdragon processor 845 and the aspect ratio of 18: 9 for watching movies and TV shows, and HDR-display. Has its own chips. For example, technology support Dynamic Vibration System, which combines the sound and vibration in games and movies. And yet Xperia XZ2 appeal to those who want something with its own design - the flagship of Sony's really little to like, even from afar.

8. Asus ZenFone 5Z

what is remarkable: Advanced camera operation, powerful iron and design like iPhone X.

Price in Russia: 37 990 for the version with 64 GB of memory.

Price in US33 000 rubles for the same version.

Benefit: 5000 rubles.

Almost absolute clone of the latest iPhone - here and "bang", and dual camera module, and even an analog Animoji. For most ZenFone characteristics can compete with the "ten": here is set masthead Snapdragon 845, stereo speakers, screen proportions are 19: 9, and the camera is able to distinguish between 16 shooting scenarios and automatically adjust to each them. AI is also a smartphone can do and other useful things - for example, to adjust the ringer volume, depending on the level of ambient noise. If you want a smartphone that looks like iPhone X, but in a different and cheaper running costs, ZenFone 5Z is perfect.

How to order the smartphone from America through the "banderolku"

After of registration online service, you will receive a free personal cell stock "banderolku" in the United States. It is at this address and you have to execute the delivery of selected products. Experts "banderolku" get your purchases securely packed and sent to you. Delivery price depends on the weight of the parcel and the destination - you can find it directly at the service site.

When you purchase goods worth more than EUR 1 000 have to pay customs fees - 30% of the excess amount. For example, iPhone XS Max with 512 GB of memory costs about 1240 euros. So you will have to pay 30% from 240 euros - about 72 Euros or 5500 rubles.

Even with the customs duty when buying iPhone XS Max in the top configuration will save you 25,000 rubles.

The exact amount of fees will be calculated according to the current exchange rate. It will be known when the package comes to customs.

You can save not only on the purchase of a smartphone - domestic retailers like to do tangible mark on other gadgets, home appliances, clothing, and, for example, cosmetics. All this can be bought cheaply through 'banderolku».

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