Big screen: the best phablets on the market

The technical characteristics of all models from the review can be compared in this table. A complete list of smartphones with a screen size of more than 5" can be found at this link .

comfortable price, long battery life, sound quality, good performance< /div>

low screen resolution, front camera

Lenovo A889 8 GB / 1 GB

The model can safely be called a low-cost solution in this category of devices. And in this TOP, it is more like a "dark horse".

Given the price and screen size of 6", it can serve as a good alternative to 7-inch tablets. The model looks It certainly will not be adequate and ashamed to walk with it, but the back cover is glossy, that is, you still have to wipe off prints.The monoblock case is made of plastic and is available in two colours — white and black. dimensions, rather impressive — 192 grams.Pay attention to the two slots for SIM-cards.

Lenovo A889 can safely be called a balanced smartphone.Inside it has a 4-core processor with a frequency of 1.3 GHz and on tests of graphic performance gives almost 60 fps, which is really impressive.Demanding games, like Asphalt 8, run without much difficulty.But the screen resolution, as for such display sizes, is small — only 540x960.

Balance noticeable in the container and a battery that holds a charge really well — with active use (music, Internet, multimedia), it will last for a day. On the other hand, a smartphone can be compared to a model that is a little higher class —

Lenovo S930 8 GB / 1 GB , where the battery is 500 mAh larger, which, accordingly, affected the price.

A decent 8 MP camera with a flash, a fairly good speaker — that's all this, in comparison with other low-cost models, favorably distinguishes the Lenovo product. The left side was left without buttons, the on-off button (aka lock) was conveniently located on the right, but the volume rocker could be made even lower, since it can be problematic to reach. On the front, in addition to the logo, there is a 0.3 MP front camera, which is only suitable for communicating via Skype.

comfortable stylus, oleophobic screen surface, capacious battery, dual SIM support

camera, low display resolution

LG G Pro Lite DualSim 8 GB / 1 GB

LG's product has a typical mid-range smartphone appearance. Only mechanical and touch keys stand out, which were part of the design of the company's earlier products.

The screen has a diagonal of 5.5", but its resolution is 540x960. But in reality, everything is not as bad as it might seem "in figures "— the image is of high quality. Above the display there are traditionally sensors, a speaker and a 1.3 MP front camera, hidden under glass with an oleophobic coating. This will make cleaning the smartphone screen much easier. The main speakers are located at the bottom. There is a stylus on top and, despite the absence of S- Pen and additional software, it will be useful when working with small elements.

Narrow bezels along the edges can be called a plus of this smartphone. Such a move, as for a low-cost phablet, is a real pleasant surprise. This helps to visually reduce the size of the phone without cutting down the working part.On the left side are volume controls and a programmable key.The back cover has a pleasant to the touch coating 8-megapixel camera, which is unlikely to cause admiration — a working option.

LG G Pro boasts a fairly powerful battery — 3140 mAh, exactly the same as in LG Optimus G Pro 16 GB / 2 GB , which allows you to use the device for almost 2 days. One cannot but agree: topical and practical! The phablet is assembled with high quality, although a creak is heard when you press the back cover — a typical problem with all smartphones with removable parts of the case.

It works on the basis of a 2-core processor with a frequency of 1 GHz, which is, to put it mildly, not the most strength of the smartphone. Games at the level of NFS: Most Wanted are tough for him, which can not be said about unconverted Full HD video. Also, the presence of slots for two SIM cards can be a plus.

stylish design and thin body, bright screen, Stamina power saving mode, good OS optimization

not enough quality speaker , the back panel wears out quickly

Sony Xperia T2 Ultra 8 GB / 1 GB

Sony decided to keep up with the competition and released its vision of a 6-inch phablet that has a stylish look. But at the same time, for some reason, it does not support two SIM cards, like the vast majority of solutions in this segment.

Outwardly, the smartphone looks like a younger brother Sony Xperia Z Ultra 16 GB . It weighs 171 grams, but the body is quite thin and, like the LG G Pro, has narrow bezels around the screen. The buttons on the edges are placed in the usual order, with the exception of the camera call button, which has been given space on the right side of the smartphone. In addition to the usual ones, Xperia also has a proprietary multimedia speaker, which, according to user reviews, is not particularly impressive with sound.

We note a 13 MP camera with a flash, the presence of which does not yet guarantee high-definition pictures — the model boasts flexible manual settings shooting, which allows you to customize the camera to your needs. The case is one-piece, the back side is made of plastic, resembling glass in texture.

Returning to the display, it has a resolution of 1280x720 with 245 ppi, which is more in line with the trends of low-cost smartphones. Supports multi-touch for 10 fingers, which will be appropriate to use in games. There are no problems with colour reproduction and viewing angles — Sony does not change itself in this. Glove touch detection can be a particularly useful option in winter. It is impossible not to mention the 3000 mAh battery and the proprietary Stamina energy saving mode, with which the phablet will last for a day.

Of course , it's tempting to go for cheaper alternatives, but a serious processor combined with long running times can make all the difference.

high resolution display, Android 5 Lollipop, sound, 4k video recording, wireless charging

weak software solutions, minimum screen brightness is not low enough

Motorola Nexus 6 32 GB

First of all, you should pay attention to the 6-inch Amoled display with a resolution of 2560x1440 and a pixel density of 493 per inch , which practically leaves no chance even for the most keen eye to distinguish the “roughness” of the icons. If we also take into account the 4-core c 2.7 GHz frequency, then we can understand why this particular smartphone is really the third force in the modern market.

The model initially comes out on the Android 5 Lollipop platform, which cannot but please, as the updated OS has become even more personalized. The design of the phablet resembles Motorola Moto X 16 GB / 2 GB , but it still looks original. Unlike the Moto X, both speakers can play audio, adding even more ambiance to every video you watch.

Google's branded zest in the shell filling is visible almost everywhere, which helps the phablet to stand out from its competitors. But at the same time, one cannot but note the weak use of the potential of such a powerful device — just remember Samsung Galaxy Note 4 32 GB / 3 GB and their great multitasking experience. However, already now a smartphone can pamper its admirers with interesting software, such as a photo editor. The latter can be a great company for 13-megapixel camera with autofocus, optical stabilization and the ability to record video (attention!) with a resolution of 4k.

The battery cannot boast of something special: capacity 3220 mAh is enough for a modest 8 hours of active use. But in this matter, it is worth noting the possibility of wireless charging, due to which the mediocrity of the battery is perceived more calmly.

In general, even in the most standard configuration, a smartphone can significantly hit the user's pocket. But it is quite difficult to find objective reasons that would discourage the desire to become the owner of the Motorola Nexus 6.

Great 16MP camera, faster charging, Snap Note, better multi-window< /div>

high price, return to USB 2.0

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 32 GB / 3 GB

The big Korean flagship is the next representative of the top three in the market. The smartphone cannot be called thin, and its design is built, apparently, under the inspiration from Samsung Galaxy Alpha 32 GB / 2 GB , but overall it looks solid. Compared with Samsung Galaxy Note 3 16 GB / без LTE the screen didn't increase — still 5.7". But in the new flagship we have a SuperAmoled matrix and an excellent resolution of 2560x1440 pixels with a density of 515 ppi. The black colour on the display has become even deeper, and the overall colour gamut is richer.

The smartphone boasts a metal frame and a plastic back cover, which is stylized as leather, so fingerprints should not be a problem. only slightly better — 3220 mAh, but at the same time, Note 4 compares favorably with accelerated, almost sprint charging: from 0 to 50% in just 30 minutes.The phablet, alas, did not receive protection from dust and water, as many experts expected. it's quite clear why the device got a USB 2.0 port, when in the previous version we already observed USB 3.0.The microSD slot is still in place, and the internal memory capacity is the usual 32 GB for the market.

The accent of this models are made just for software and programs s Smart Select type. The Galaxy Note 4 runs Android 4.4.4, but (interestingly) multitasking is the same as Android Lollipop. Let's not forget to mention multi-windows, which Nexus 6 lacks. Samsung continued to develop this direction: the user can work not with two, but with several windows at once, as well as independently adjust their size and placement using the stylus.

The main camera here, as in the Galaxy S5, is 16 megapixels. A pleasant surprise was the extremely useful Snap Note function, which allows you to work, for example, with text elements in a photo. An interesting discovery can also be called a 3/7 MP front camera, which, according to the developers, shoots 60% brighter. If you are a reporter or just often use the voice recorder application, then Note 4 has great news for you, namely as many as 3 microphones for the most accurate and clear sound recording.

As goodies, the creators pleased the creators with a fingerprint scanner, an ultraviolet sensor radiation and the presence of four colours to choose from. The downside is the price.

improved battery life, 240fps HD video camera, rich sound, best Apple product ppi

high price, protruding main camera

Apple iPhone 6 Plus 16 GB

Our TOP ends with one of the most discussed products of the company from Cupertino, which should answer the question: Apple after all caved in under the market by making a phablet, or did Apple independently come up with such a popular decision today?

The iPhone 6 Plus has a diagonal of 5.5", while being almost the "highest" smartphone, even taking into account 6" models of competitors. Externally, Plus is almost a copy of Apple iPhone 6 16 GB without a plus in the name, if you do not take into account the thickness. The proportions of 6 Plus are not embarrassing, but in terms of strength questions often arise.

As for ergonomics, everything is quite comfortable, despite the size, but you will inevitably have to practice and get used to it. and graceful lines of Note 4. Here, of course, the taste and colour ...

The sound in 6 Plus not only made a step towards quality, but also significantly increased the volume. The resolution of the device was Full HD 1920x1080, the pixel density is 401 ppi and is the best result among all Apple devices. The display is also impressive with its colour saturation with a bias towards warm colours. 16 GB of internal memory may be too little for hardcore lovers to use the smartphone to the maximum, and there is no slot for connecting a memory card.

Regarding the filling, in this aspect, the 6 Plus repeats the 6th model, having 2- a nuclear 64-bit Apple A8 processor and only 1 GB of RAM, which could alert, but ... everything, as always, is thought out and nothing slows down: neither Infinity Blade, nor GTA: San Andreas. Mobile gamers can only wait for optimized games and test Apple's proprietary 3D innovations for themselves.

The battery here is 2915 mAh, which is enough for two days of moderate use or 8 hours of active use. The front camera has a resolution of 1.2 MPix. The main one, despite 8 MPix, is one of the best on the market. Optical stabilization is provided, which means that the photos will not be blurry from involuntary hand movements. Accordingly, the recorded video will be smoother, although the top models from Nokia look more confident in this matter. A nice feature can be shooting video at 240 fps, which will really be a favorite feature of slo-mo fans.

As a result, the iPhone 6 Plus has room to grow in the future and it's not about size , because potential, as in the case of the Nexus 6, is clearly not disclosed to the maximum. But on a global scale, Apple has once again managed to present the world with a product that is unique in its composition, which is perfectly confirmed by the record sales of the phablet.

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