20 Chinese smartphones that are worth paying attention to in 2016

Cheaper $ 100

In this price range is not particularly necessary to choose: either the Chinese government employees, the Russian operator or smart phones (the same China, but with an additional charge of up to 50%). Yet economical stay on products made in China and ordered a pair of devices: so it will be safer and, not surprisingly, is more profitable.

HOMTOM HT17 - $ 70

One of the cheapest smartphones. In this case, the product brand Doogee child can not be considered a second-class, and useless. He's quite a decent 5.5-inch IPS-screen with HD-resolution. Under the lid decent hiding processor Mediatek MT6737 with Mali video accelerator 720, the apparatus has 1 GB and 8 GB permanent memory. Autonomy is very good (the battery with 3000 mAh), on-time accurate enough. Even camera HOMTOM HT17 may well be used, despite the fact that the modules have the resolution of 8 megapixels and 2 megapixels. In addition, the unit is equipped with support for LTE and has a fingerprint scanner on the back cover.

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OUKITEL K4000 - $ 85

One of the most advertised devices from a little-known Oukitel brand in Russia. As an advantage - excellent battery at 4000 mAh, metal body and sturdy screen, protected by a sapphire crystal. Other features make K4000 excellent workhorse no-frills: CPU MTK6735, a 5-inch HD-Screen (IPS), 2 GB RAM and 16 GB built-in memory, 2 slots for SIM cards and a microSD card slot 1, the camera is 8 megapixel and 5 megapixel, and support all the necessary network interfaces (including LTE).

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UMI Touch X - $ 100

This brand fires are sometimes unique in terms of price and quality of the device (so it was with 6.44-inch UMI Cross, conquering Russian users). Umi Touch for its price offers ample 5.5-inch LTPS-screen with a resolution of Full HD, processor MTK6753, 3 GB and 16 GB embedded volatile memory, the battery capacity of 4000 mAh and two chambers - 13 Mn and 8 megapixels. All communication protocols are supported, it works - and what else is needed?

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Lenovo K3 Note - $ 100

Last year subflagman Lenovo is still relevant. For $ 100 the user will receive capacious battery, an excellent Full HD screen with IPS-matrix, separate audio chip, high-quality speakers and 2GB of RAM - albeit with a budget processor. This is still the best smartphone on the market (if we ignore the camera) in its price category.

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From 100 to 150 dollars

This is still a segment of the budget even for the Chinese market. But with a claim to a full-featured, quality and more interesting pieces, clearly distinguishing individual representatives.

Xiaomi Redmi 3s - $ 130

One of the new favorites of the market. Redmi 3s have not yet had time to be on sale, but it has made the present furore. Still - for this amount you can get a smartphone with an excellent 5-inch HD-screen battery at 4000 mAh, fingerprint scanner and the latest processor. RAM - GB 2 or 3, built - 16 or 32 GB. If you suddenly do not have enough, there is a microSD card slot. Works on the new product a favorite of many MIUI OS based on Android 5.1. And, of course, the quality of Xiaomi.

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MEIZU M3s - $ 130

The main competitor of the new budget Xiaomi. It may seem that the M3s - twin brother Redmi 3s (even same letters). Characteristics are very similar, the differences are, perhaps, only two - but what! Budget Meizu equipped with frontal physical multifunction button in which the fingerprint sensor is integrated. And, of course, do not forget the proprietary operating system Meizu - Flyme OS.

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Cubot X16 - $ 140

In the autumn we did overview this device. Smartphone behaved very well, so that I can recommend. Thin glass on both sides, it is very compact and convenient. However, the characteristics do not shine: 5 inches with a resolution of Full HD, 2 GB and 16 GB internal memory, camera 16 and 8 megapixels. But this is not the point. Stylish design and slim body - these are the main advantages X16.

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Huawei Honor 4C - $ 150

Budget smartphone from the eminent brand. It can be purchased in Russia or China - the quality of this are not reduced. Warranty, excellent software and Russian-language support - it is as collateral. In addition, the 5-inch gadget perfectly equipped for its value: Kirin brand processor 620, 2GB of RAM and 16GB of built-in 5- and 13-megapixel camera.

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From 150 to 250 dollars

Middle market segment of Chinese smartphones. There currently expanse: any form factor, all possible combinations of components. And, of course, there is something to pay attention to even the avid geeks.

Meizu M3 Note - $ 160

One of the best smartphone with a diagonal of 5.5 inches. In it contains all the best solutions flagship devices: the screen Full HD, metal case, multi-function button, Flyme OS. The apparatus is equipped with a processor Helio P10 and 2 or 3 GB of RAM, which is enough to perform any tasks.

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Alcatel (TCL) Flash 2 Plus - $ 180

The new phone the middle segment of the TCL, which will go to the Russian market under the name Alcatel. For a modest sum to the buyer offering a 5.5-inch screen (Full HD), the processor Helio P10, 3 GB of RAM memory, good basic camera hardware button with an integrated fingerprint reader, and even support NFC. The manufacturer also promises to Hi-Fi-sound. This flagship of the price average.

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360 N4 - $ 180

New from the company known outside China its Antivirus. Smartphone equipped with 5,5-inch display with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels, a processor Helio X20, 4GB memory, built-in storage capacity of 32 GB, 13-megapixel camera with Sony IMX258 sensor and battery 3 000 mAh. There is also a fingerprint. And the price is nice.

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Blackview BV6000 - $ 200

Protected only smartphone on the list. IP67 standard protection against dust and moisture and the ability to dive to a depth of one meter. The advertising rollers thereon driven on cars, poured concrete, thrown into hot water and tried drilling. All survived. And if you remember enough about modern stuffing, B6000 becomes a very nice option for the male half of our readers and, extreme athletes.

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From 250 to 350 dollars

Isolation of this category of mid-price is not so obvious and objectively. Some devices may become cheaper in the near future. Some can be purchased on the stock at a lower price. But even a small overpayment will be worth it.

LeEco Le 2 x620 - $ 230

The base model of the new family of smartphones LeTV, yet little-known in Russia. Value for money - the best in the segment of $ 200. High-quality 5.5-inch display, the latest processor MTK6797, 3 GB of RAM, high-quality camera on the Sony sensor-based and high-speed fingerprint scanner.

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Xiaomi Max - 250-300 dollars

Origin smartphone Xiaomi with 6.44 inch diagonal. Huge, with long battery life and good cameras. And above all - surprisingly comfortable for its size.

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LeEco Le Max 2 - $ 350

Flagship LeEco (LeTV) with 5,7-inch screen and resolution of 2560 × 1440 fingerprint speed, high-quality 21-megapixel camera (removes 4K) and 4 GB of memory. This is not enough? Still there is a certain technology Hi-Fi-Sound, USB-C, 820 Snapdragon processor and support VoLTE. Perhaps the most affordable smartphone with similar characteristics.

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Lenovo Vibe X3 - $ 390

Quite expensive but interesting smartphone from IBM and Motorola heirs. According to the characteristics similar to other smartphones in this category: 5.5-inch Full HD, 808 Snapdragon processor, 3 GB of RAM, 21-megapixel camera with autofocus phase. Gadget distinguish separate DAC, high-quality amplifier, powerful stereo speakers, as well as the fact that it is officially sold in Russia.

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From $ 350

Flagship smartphone for the Chinese and international markets. They collected all the best that can be expected from a modern multimedia devices.

OnePlus 3 - $ 400

This smart phone waiting for it. Oppo product for the international market was a success as the previous two models: the screen to 5.5 inches, powerful Snapdragon 820, 6GB of RAM, high-quality camera, USB-C and more. Details - in our article.

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Meizu Pro 5 - 450-600 dollars

Last year's flagship Meizu is still quite personal. Perhaps the best sound among smartphones, high-quality camera, AMOLED-display and excellent performance of the processor Samsung Exynos. Besides, now he has fallen considerably, and the capacity of the device will be enough for another couple of years.

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Xiaomi Mi5 - 350-400 dollars

The flagship of the favorite Chinese brand. One of the best smartphones for photography and is perhaps one of the most powerful and advanced smart phones beginning in 2016. Details can be found in our review.

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ZUK Z2 - $ 550

Five-inch smartphone brand Lenovo subsidiary for the US and European markets. The new version offers a virtually complete range of top-end performance, which should ensure a successful sales worldwide: already Snapdragon familiar 820 4 GB RAM, USB-C, decent chamber 13 with high-quality software Mn, Full HD display and high quality assembly. Many people will like, especially because it is the smallest flagship in our list.

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