Think iPhone and Samsung are the only mobile phones equipped with powerful features? Think again, because there are myriad of Smartphones that are as powerful as the two leading mobile brands but wouldn’t burn a hole in your pocket.
From high quality cameras to long battery life, here are the top 7 Smartphones that selfie experts, gamers, and Youtube binge-watchers can buy for only less than PhP20,000 (Dh1,400).
Note: Images in this article are from YugaTech (www.yugatech.com).
1. Samsung Galaxy J7+ (Dh1400)
Users of this model can easily fool their friends of the real price of their phone. The metal and slim exterior of the phone gives a premium and classy vibe, while the front cameras offer two modes – wide selfie and night mode.
Unlike other cameras, selfies taken using this model cover a wider background because of its wide selfie mode. Users can also take their selfies day in and day out due to its Night Mode feature.
PERFECT FOR: Taking wide landscape photos and groufies
2. ASUS ZenFone 4 Selfie Pro (Dh1344)
As the name of the model suggests, this smartphone is perfect for selfie lovers and selfie experts alike. This model’s selling point is its dual front cameras. The front camera is a 12MP Dual Pixel sensor with LED flash, while its rear camera gives its users a clearer Instagram-esque photo with 16 megapixels, which also has a LED flash.
The smartphone is also perfect for taking group selfies or groufies because of its 5MP wide-angle feature. Photos are also taken in high resolution, especially when shot outdoors.
When it comes to video recording, the front camera can record up to 4K resolution while the rear camera can record as clear as Full HD.
PERFECT FOR: Artsy Instagram-worthy pictures, such as OOTD (outfit of the day) and flat lay photos.
3. Vivo V7+ (Dh1270)
For less than 18,000 pesos, Vivo V7+ users can have a wide-screen phone with 24MP front camera. Many users who love taking selfies complain about the grainy outcome of their photos because of their smartphone’s low camera resolution, but that is the last problem that Vivo users will encounter with this phone in hand.
The phone’s rear camera is not at all bad, either. With a 16MP rear camera, users can take good quality photos of moments they wish to treasure.
Looking at the top of the smartphone, a noise cancelling microphone can be located. The feature can be perfect for those who love doing music covers or journalists who record their interviews.
PERFECT FOR: Taking high-quality selfies and landscape photographies
4. Oppo F5 (Dh1130)
Branded as Oppo’s “sleekest smartphone to date”, Oppo F5 followed other smartphone’s lead of shifting to an 18:9 screen aspect ratio. Selfie users will literally get up close and personal with themselves with the 20MP clarity that the smartphone’s front camera offers. Its rear camera, on the other hand, offers a 16MP lens.
The model can also hold three cards at once. Its side has a triple card tray that can accommodate two nano-SIM cards and a microSD card.
But the phone’s ultimate selling point is its comfortability. Although it is a relatively large phone, it is very light and gives users a friendly button layout for easier use.
PERFECT FOR: Individuals who are looking for comfort of use
5. Huawei Nova 2i (Dh1060)
With the growing popularity of smartphones with wide screens, Huawei does not let its competitors go ahead of it. The phone has a 5.9-inch screen display with an all-metal overall design. Despite its screen size, the model is very slim and can easily fit one’s pocket.
Design-wise, the model does not go out of style either. The model comes in different colors, but the dark blue model stands out due to its classic feels. Its smooth exterior also adds to the model’s class.
PERFECT FOR: Youtube binge-watchers
6. Lenovo K8 Note (Dh990)
The Lenovo K8 Note’s shape will give gamers the time of their lives. It’s 5.5-inch Full HD screen display offers gamers the full experience, especially when graphically intensive games, including the Asphalt 8, are supported by the model. Due to its strong processor, mutitasking, even when gaming applications are open, go smoothly and navigating and launching other applications aren’t a problem.
Gamers do not have to worry about battery life either as the K8 note can last up to 13 hours and 10 minutes, which is still a very good amount of battery life compared to other models.
When it comes to its design, the back of the K8 note has a metallic look that gives the model a dash of class. The cameras aren’t bad either, as they produce well-saturated and sharp photos.
The camera also works even in low-light conditions.
PERFECT FOR: Gamers
7. Nokia 6 (Dh840)
After a hiatus, Nokia comes back with the Nokia 6, which scored well among experts. Technology experts claim that the Nokia 6 lived up to user expectations. Despite having a lower quality camera in both the rear and front, the camera’s 1080p capture is considered to be one of the best among 1080p cameras in the smartphone industry.
The smartphone also has a noise-cancelling microphone and loud earpiece that are perfect for receiving and making calls even in crowded places.
Nokia is also known for their long battery life, in which the Nokia 6 does not disappoint. The smartphone is usable for up to 10 hours and 30 minutes without charging.
PERFECT FOR: Making calls with family members
