• New mobile phones

    Over the past couple of years, progress in the field of technology has stepped forward so much that it is now simply impossible to keep up with all the existing new products. You shouldn’t even try to list all those companies that have decided to start producing their own mobile phones, because then this article will only remind you of a long list of names on different languages from all over the world. Therefore, it is worth focusing public attention on which new smartphones in 2016-2017 should appear on international markets.

    HTC Desire 728G for two SIM cards

    The review of Android smartphones should start with one more HTC Desire. Despite the fact that sales of this smartphone have already started this year, in terms of its popularity, the new product from the famous Taiwanese manufacturer will remain in the ranking of the best-selling gadgets of our time for a long time. The developer himself promises that new smartphone for two SIM cards will be quite fast in its operation, because its RAM volume is 1.5 GB, while the user one is 8 GB.

    It is also worth specifying the screen resolution of 1280x720 pixels, which will allow you to get excellent clarity, as well as two good cameras: the main one is 13MP and the front one is 8MP. A special feature of the smartphone can be considered its excellent acoustics, thanks to which listening to music or watching videos will bring users true pleasure.

    HTC One M10

    The declared new product is considered a modified modification of more early version model of the same name from HTC. Externally, the gadget will resemble representatives of the business class, which will only play into the hands of the developer himself. Compared to similar products, the ergonomic body of the smartphone will look very expressive, and thanks to its lightness and thinness, the phone will very quickly take the first place in the top popular smartphones 2017.

    The main feature of the new product will be the strength of its body, which will be much harder than all previous models in the family. To achieve this property, the declared smartphone part will be covered several times with a special composite layer. Among the optional additions, it is worth highlighting retinal scanning, for which it was decided to use a high-precision laser. It is worth noting that this is the first time such a function is used by the developer, which is good news. The issue of using the finger scanning option, which is considered one of the most popular new smartphones produced in 2016-2017, is still unclear.

    The new conceptual variation of the smartphone will use a processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 812, and a new, more powerful battery. The manufacturer also decided to simplify the user’s life and created the ability to wirelessly charge their new smartphone. For always busy people there is a function fast charging. The last highlight of the new product is the optional set of features: the main camera has a resolution of 27 MP, while the front camera has a resolution of 10 MP.

    New version of Sony Xperia Z5

    Sales of new products from Sony are scheduled to start in 2016, which will find its audience only in 2017. Judging by the announcements that can now be seen online, the company’s government has decided to become a truly serious competitor for all other participants in this market segment, so the smartphone will be filled to the brim with surprises.

    A special feature of the new gadget is its appearance, which the company’s engineers spent months working on. The body of the smartphone will have rounded edges, which will make it stand out among its main competitors. By the way, unlike all other new products, this one will go on sale in 3 modifications at once: standard, compact and extended. The main difference between them will be the display size, which will range from 5.1 to 5.9 inches. Another good news for users will be the quality of the reproduced image, which the developer promises to improve to such a level that even connoisseurs of the highest clarity should be completely delighted.

    The main advantages of the new product can be considered high performance smartphone, a powerful battery that will last for 36 hours active use, and an improved camera up to 28 MP. According to the developer himself, with the help of stabilizing filters and lighting effects, you can turn any photo into a real work of art (if you try, of course). Particular emphasis should be placed on the durability of the announced 2017 smartphone: company representatives promise that it can survive a short stay in water, or a fall from a human height. The gadget will also be reliably protected from dust, which usually penetrates through all the cracks of the case. To achieve this, it was decided to use a minimum of cavities and connectors in the design.

    Another new product from Samsung

    In 2016-2017 the main competitor Apple company Samsung will introduce fans of its products to another smartphone – the Galaxy S7, which at the moment just went on sale. The manufacturer himself does not hide his praise for the new product and focuses on the fact that the announced smartphone is rightfully considered the best creation of the company.

    The main features of the gadget are:

    • large screen with a resolution of 3840x2200, which makes the new product simply unique in its price segment;
    • an all-metal body that will help extend the life of the Galaxy S7 even under fairly harsh conditions;
    • high-speed Snapdragon Qualcomm 810 processor, which will work on the smartphone much faster, and in order not to freeze in work, it was decided to increase the RAM capacity to 5 GB;
    • an improved camera that can shoot images in 3D mode, complemented by a system for stabilizing and improving the finished image; At the same time, video can also be shot in Full HD mode, while its quality will be 1080 p.

    Next in the Apple family

    Of course, this list of new products for 2017 would be incomplete without a new iPhone, and this time this statement concerns its 7 series. It’s hard to even believe, but the new series of smartphones from the American developer will be even thinner and larger. Of course, the design itself should not undergo major changes, which has already been proven in the previous 6 series, however, this gadget will still surprise you with some new features. First of all, this concerns iPhone cameras, the shooting quality of which will be equal to the owners of a professional DSLR analogue. In this case, the resolution of the main one will be equal to 21 MP, while the front one does not exceed the standard 5 MP.

    All other details about the new products, as well as information about what their estimated prices will be in 2017, should be expected in the near future.

    Quality and price are the two main criteria that most smartphone buyers focus on. And quality can be offered by well-known brands proven over years of successful competition, such as Apple, Sony, Samsung, etc. We present to you ranking of the best smartphones of 2017. The top 10 included popular models, which have earned many praises from Russian users.

    The distribution of seats took into account data from the following sources: Yandex Market, PhoneArena, Tom’s Guide, TechRadar, Roskachestvo.

    Price segments:

    The best smartphones of 2017, TOP 10 rating

    Top Chinese smartphone.

    You can buy, on average, 29,990 rubles.

    Users' trust in Xiaomi company was somewhat undermined due to the recent scandal with the Russian distributor Smart Orange, which began to fight the supply of smartphones and accessories from abroad under the Xiaomi brand. However, the situation has now been resolved in favor of users. So, if you want, you can buy Xiaomi Mi6 cheaper on foreign Internet sites. Is it worth buying? Judge for yourself by the characteristics:

    • IPS display 5.15″;
    • eight-core chip latest generation Qualcomm Snapdragon 835;
    • 6 GB of memory for software and 64 GB for custom applications;
    • battery 3350 mAh;
    • very convenient interface;
    • The main camera is 12 million pixels, which takes excellent pictures even in poor lighting conditions.

    We can say that for its price this is the best Chinese smartphone from Xiaomi. But not the best among all Chinese smartphones, because the case is very slippery, there is no 3.5mm headphone jack and there is no support for memory cards.

    Most music smartphone.

    Costs, on average, 44,990 rubles.


    This 5.5-inch smartphone may attract a potential buyer:

    • original “glass” design ( back cover changes color depending on the viewing angle);
    • top filling - 8-core Qualcomm processor Snapdragon 835, 64 or 128 GB of memory (expandable up to 2 TB);
    • lack of throttling;
    • a magnificent 12-megapixel UltraPixel 3 camera with 4K video recording and Slo-Mo 1080p / 120 FPS;
    • fingerprint scanner, body compression sensor.

    But, perhaps, its main advantage is its amazingly clean and powerful sound from two speakers of the BoomSound Hi-Fi Edition system. We can say that HTC U11 is the most musical smartphone among the top smartphones of 2017. The standard headphones included in the package support the HTC USonic profile, which improves sound quality, and are equipped with active noise cancellation.

    • The glass surface of the HTC U11 gets dirty instantly;
    • the phone is very slippery;
    • battery is only 3000 mAh;
    • The 3.5 mm audio jack has disappeared, replaced by USB Type-C.

    8.LG G6

    Smartphone with good sound and display aspect ratio 18:9.

    The average price in stores is RUB 51,989.


    This smartphone can be called a golden mean in terms of capabilities. He has everything for long and productive work:

    • IP 68 housing protection class, which means that the smartphone can be safely immersed in water up to 1.5 meters;
    • 5.7-inch IPS screen with Gorilla Glass 5;
    • dual camera with wide-angle and regular lenses;
    • 64 GB of memory expandable up to 2 TB;
    • A-GPS system;
    • Always-on Display function;
    • chip with 4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 cores.

    But the cost of the device is not at all the golden mean, and this may discourage many users from purchasing. In addition, the LG G6 heats up when playing games and surfing the Internet, so much so that in cold weather you can warm yourself against it.

    Average cost - 47,120 rubles.


    This 5.5-inch Sony flagship rightfully bears the title of “best 4K smartphone of the year.” According to the manufacturer, the pixel density of the gadget is ten times higher compared to Full HD TVs.

    As for other characteristics, they also deserve excellent epithets.

    • camera 19 million pixels;
    • battery 3230 mAh;
    • eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chip;
    • slot for memory expansion from 64 to 256 GB.

    Users were dissatisfied with the slippery and easily soiled case, as well as the inconvenient slot for SIM cards and memory cards.

    One of the most beautiful modern smartphones.

    Average price: RUB 24,490.


    The slogan of this elegant device is “Catcher of Light”. It comes in three color options: sapphire blue, midnight black and ice grey. When the light hits the lid, it plays colors and sparkles very beautifully, thanks to the use of 15 layers of 3D glass.

    But not only appearance Honor 9 is good. It’s worth choosing for:

    • bright 5.15-inch screen with excellent color reproduction;
    • excellent dual (20 MP black and white and 12 MP RGB) rear camera with hybrid zoom and portrait mode;
    • the presence of a fingerprint sensor that acts as a Home key;
    • top chip HiSilicon Kirin 960 with 8 cores and clock frequency 2.4 GHz;
    • sufficient amount of RAM and built-in memory for comfortable work and games (4 GB and 64 GB, respectively);
    • possibility of installation microSD cards(by sacrificing the second SIM card);
    • presence of NFC module.

    The battery capacity is 3200 mAh, and this is enough to play videos and take photos non-stop for 10 hours.

    Honor 9 also has “ dark sides" It will be very difficult to choose for him safety glass due to the beveled edges of the screen. And on the chic case, fingerprints are not at all chic. Therefore, it is better to hide such beauty in a durable case.

    The most productive smartphone (Antutu).

    Average price - 37,860 rubles.


    If you need the most productive smartphone, but don’t want to overpay for a well-advertised brand, then pay attention to OnePlus 5. Why you should choose it:

    • very thin body;
    • 5.5 inch AMOLED display Gorilla Glass 5;
    • 16 million pixel camera with optical Zoom 2x;
    • Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chip, 8 cores;
    • battery 3300 mAh;
    • optimized system, and games and applications “fly”.

    Problematic issues include the lack of dust and moisture protection of the case and difficulties in purchasing accessories for this smartphone in Russia.

    A smartphone with the best camera at the moment according to DxOMark.

    Cost, on average - 57,990 rubles.


    Impressive screen size (5-inch) or super-beautiful lid (aluminum with glass insert) this model can't boast. Its strength lies in a very good camera that can compete with .

    • Like last year's models, the Pixel 2 and its " big brother» Pixel 2 XL, with a little large size screen and increased battery capacity, have a single-lens camera. It comes with many options that are available in the latest iPhones 8 Plus / iPhone X, for example, bokeh effect.
    • In addition, the smartphone is equipped with a separate Pixel Visual Core coprocessor, whose task is to process photos in HDR+ mode and improve the quality of images. However, this chip is not active yet, and will work after the next system updates.
    • Pixel 2 is the first Google device to fully support on-demand object recognition. This technology is under Google name Lens is implemented in the camera application and allows you to recognize various attractions, as well as popular establishments, and find descriptions of them (as well as opening hours and ratings) on the Internet. In addition, Google Lens can work with business cards and even movie posters.
    • Perhaps the strangest, but also the most promising, new feature of the new product is the activation function intelligent assistant from Google ( analogue of Siri). To do this, just press lightly on the sides of the phone.

    However, so far there are very few accessories for this camera phone, and the price is quite high.

    3. Apple iPhone 7 and 7 Plus

    Best iOS smartphone Apple.

    You can buy, on average, 64,990 rubles.


    The differences between the seventh version without the Plus prefix are:

    • smaller display (4.7-inch versus 5.5-inch for 7 Plus);
    • 12 MP main camera without dual lens;
    • a less capacious battery that is designed for 40 hours of audio playback (7 Plus has 60 hours).

    The remaining characteristics of the devices are the same.

    Apple representatives in the 2017 smartphone rating in terms of price and quality. They have a lot of Chinese and European competitors. But such a 12-megapixel camera with optical zoom and portrait mode, which takes almost professional-quality pictures, loud and high-quality stereo speakers, 128 GB memory, the presence A-GPS systems and very fast processor Not every flagship can boast. It is worth mentioning the Taptic Engine drive, which allows you to tactilely feel the boundaries of the interface and gives a signal about the completion of the action.

    And do not forget that the presence Apple smartphone has long been an indicator of prestige.

    2. Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus

    Best samsung smartphone 2017.

    Average price - 54,990 rubles.


    For the S8 Plus version, the manufacturer increased the screen size to 6.2 inches and the pixel density to 529 PPI.

    The battery capacity has also increased - up to 3500 mAh.

    Due to its size, the S8 Plus is a little heavier than the non-plus version, but you're unlikely to notice the difference as significant.

    S8 ideal option, if you are willing to pay a high price for the highest capabilities. And that's just short list positive “qualities” of this phablet:

    • housing with protection class IP68;
    • 5.8-inch curved AMOLED screen with Gorilla Glass 5;
    • 12 million pixel DualPixel camera with Burst Mode, its own memory and a huge number of settings;
    • 64 GB of internal memory expandable up to 256 GB;
    • face, iris and fingerprint scanner;
    • Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset.

    And only the battery capacity can be complained about; 3000 mAh by modern standards is not enough. But the smartphone was recognized as the highest quality according to Roskachestvo in 2017.

    1. Apple iPhone 8 and 8 Plus

    The most awaited smartphone of 2017.

    Available at a price of RUB 49,990.


    The new product of 2017 and the best smartphone from the famous Apple manufacturer has several differences from version 7. It features a glossy glass back, a faster six-core A11 Bionic chip, and a 4.7-inch display with technology True Tone, which adjusts color rendering taking into account the surroundings.

    The characteristics of the camera have also changed slightly; it received new feature Flash photography Slow Sync. Video recording is now possible at 30 or 60 fps, and slow-motion video is recorded at 240 fps with 1080P resolution.

    If you need the option " portrait light» to change the lighting of the background and people's faces, it is implemented in version 8 Plus. Its display size has grown to 5.5 inches.

    The battery capacity of the eighth model is 1821 mAh, and that of the “plus” model is 2675 mAh.

    And now about the shortcomings. iPhone 8 Plus is the heaviest 5.5-inch smartphone in the world. It weighs over 200 grams, and that’s without the case. Add to this the lack of a 3.5 mm audio jack and the old water protection according to the IP67 standard for both new products (many cheaper competitors have IP68) and think whether the advertised devices are worth taking.

    0. Apple iPhone X


    The main new product entered the market quite recently, so it has not yet received enough reviews to be included in the list, but it will definitely be included in the rating of smartphones in 2018. In the meantime, you can read ours.

    Left the rating

    OnePlus 3T

    Powerful and affordable.

    Average price: RUB 31,629.

    The top smartphones for 2017 opened with a powerful and affordable device, with a 5.5-inch AMOLED screen, 64 or 128 GB of memory (plus 6 GB RAM), 16 megapixel camera and 3400 mAh battery.

    Here's what OnePlus 3T users like:

    • thoughtful and attractive design;
    • all the latest games “fly” at maximum settings;
    • The battery lasts two days with intensive use;
    • The camera has good color reproduction and detail.

    What I don't like:

    • The smartphone body is slippery and easily soiled;
    • There is no slot for a memory card.

    Reliable phone.

    Cost, on average - 41,990 rubles.


    In the 2017 smartphone ranking it distinctive feature is a shock-resistant case that reliably protects the device not only from impacts, but also from sand, dirt, water and temperature changes. This 4.7-inch device with millimeter Gorilla Glass 4, mechanical buttons and the Flir thermal camera is designed for people who work or travel in extreme conditions.

    The main drawback of the smartphone is its price, but the Cat S60 more than makes up for it. It will withstand even an hour-long dive to a depth of two and five meters.

    Smartphone with powerful battery And big time battery life.

    Sold, on average, for 27,300 rubles.

    This 5.5-inch smartphone with a powerful battery (5000 mAh) and long battery life (up to 3 days) is equipped with an eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor, an Adreno 506 video accelerator and a dual camera with different focal lengths. Among its advantages:

    • optical zoom function (2.3 times magnification);
    • loud speaker without wheezing or extraneous noise;
    • convenient proprietary ZenUI shell with many interface settings;
    • large amount of built-in memory (64 or 128 GB).

    Among the shortcomings, users note:

    • average performance (some games are slightly slow, although applications work without problems);
    • lack of Wi-fi support at 5 GHz frequency.

    Average cost - 42,990 rubles.


    A luxury gadget with a metal body, a 5.2″ display with curved Gorilla Glass and splash protection, a fast interface, a 3000 mAh battery and 12 and 5 megapixel cameras has left the top 10 smartphones for 2017. RAM and internal memory are 4 and 32 gigabytes, respectively, the latter can be expanded up to 2048 GB. Like most flagships, the HTC 10th has a fingerprint sensor. The device charges in less than an hour.

    Disadvantages: there is no way to customize the notification shade; the phone gets noticeably warm when charging and working.

    The average price is RUB 36,538.


    This smartphone has a 5.3-inch screen with the Always On Display function - slightly larger than the previous number in the 2017 smartphone rating, but the battery capacity is slightly smaller - 2800 mAh. Moreover, the battery is removable, which will please many. Less and internal memory(3 GB), but there are not two, but three cameras - 8 MP on the front panel and 16 and 8 MP on the back. The latter is needed to increase the viewing angle and is turned on manually. There is an infrared port for remote use of electronics, in addition, the smartphone supports the aptX HD protocol (needed for transmitting a signal via Bluetooth in Hi-Res audio format).

    Cons: hybrid memory card slot, additional accessories are expensive.

    Average price - 29,990 rubles.


    An excellent option for those who prefer something that fits comfortably in their hands. small smartphone(4.6 inch screen). Equipped with a 23-megapixel camera, 2700 mAh battery, memory card slot, fingerprint scanner and fast six-core Snapdragon processor 650 MSM8956 from Qualcomm.

    He earned negative reviews for: the graininess of the camera, despite its impressive size, the small typing keyboard, the inconvenient location of the volume rocker (it is located at the bottom on the right side, it is inconvenient to press with one hand).

    Cost, on average - 27,990 rubles.


    The top smartphones of 2017 at the beginning of the year included a device that earned praise for its beautiful design, build quality, clarity and brightness of the 5.5-inch display, honest 16 megapixel camera, very convenient and functional ZenUI shell and long work batteries (3000 mAh).

    What users didn’t like: slippery body, SIM2 slot combined with a slot for memory cards, lack of NFC and infrared port.

    Samsung Galaxy A5 (New 2017)

    On average it sells for 27,990 rubles.


    The elegant golden body of this 5.2-inch smartphone immediately attracts attention. But even if you care more about performance than beautiful design, you won't be disappointed. It has: a 3000 mAh battery, 3 GB of memory for programs and 32 GB for user applications (can be expanded using a microSD card) eight core processor, fingerprint sensor. What more could you ask for from one of the best smartphones of 2017?

    Why is this not the most best smartphone of those presented: the case slides in the hand like soap, there is no IR port, some users complain about weak signal wifi

    Can be purchased for an average of 16,529 rubles.


    Average both in price and in display size (5 inches), battery capacity (2300 mAh), camera (13 MP) and RAM capacity (2 GB). The frameless display looks very attractive, the build quality is not satisfactory, there is NFC chip, which not all models can boast of and update to the latest, seventh version of Android.

    Cons: scratches appear on the body very quickly, there is no fingerprint scanner, poor oleophobic coating of the screen.

    The average cost is RUB 54,990.


    This is a premium smartphone with beveled edges of the body, a 5.5-inch display with the Always-On Display function, the most capacious battery presented in this chart (3600 mAh), 32 GB of memory for games and programs (plus a slot for its expansion) and 4 GB of RAM and an excellent 12 MP main camera. It is protected from water and dust, and is equipped not only with a fingerprint sensor, but also with a heart rate sensor.

    In one of the reviews, a user criticizes the smartphone’s poor moisture protection. In addition, the case is easily soiled and there is no IR port.

    Average cost - 44,989 rubles.


    This model has a smaller screen than Edge versions, not 5.5 but 5.1 inches. And the battery is less capacious - 3000 mAh. At the same time, the price is lower than that of the “big brother”. And both devices look equally stylish, work quickly, both have wireless charging, and the possibility of contactless payments. Which model to choose depends solely on your preferences for display size and willingness to overpay for the battery.

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