• Super thin Chinese phones reviews. The thinnest push-button mobile phones

    A selection of mobile devices presented in 2016, belonging to various price segments and housed in cases less than 7 mm thick.

    Nowadays, one of the main trends in the development of smartphones is to increase battery capacity, as devices receive more and more powerful equipment, which requires more energy to power. Of course, developers are looking for other solutions, for example, using energy-efficient OLED panels and energy-efficient processors. However, thin devices have become rare as manufacturers have to think about how to fit a huge battery inside the case.

    We have made a selection of the thinnest smartphones of 2016, which belong to different price categories.

    Huawei P9 (6.95 mm)

    Flagship smartphone from Chinese company could fit into a thin metal case powerful processor Kirin 955 with an operating frequency of up to 2.5 GHz, 3 GB of RAM, 32 GB of expandable internal memory and a 3000 mAh battery with charging via connector USB Type-C. As software platform uses Android 6.0 Marshmallow with user interface EMUI 4.1.

    Moreover, it was the first in the world to receive a dual main camera, consisting of 12-megapixel sensors with f/2.2 aperture and developed in collaboration with the German photographic equipment manufacturer Leica. It is also worth noting the relatively light weight of the device - 144 grams. More full information about the smartphone.

    Price: about 35,000 rubles.

    Philips Xenium X818 (6.95mm)

    A feature of the flagship is a solid 3900 mAh battery, the charge of which lasts up to 11 hours of talk time. At the same time, the smartphone is housed in a thin metal case, however, due to the large battery, it weighs decently - 168 grams.

    The performance of the device is ensured by the MediaTek Helio P10 chipset clocked at 2 GHz with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of expandable storage. physical memory. Other specifications include a 5.5-inch Full HD display, USB port Type-C, Android 6.0 Marshmallow operating system, 16-megapixel main and 8-megapixel front cameras.

    Cost: about 23,000 rubles.

    LG X Cam (6.9 mm)

    The device is housed in a plastic body with a metal finish and looks very thin. The manufacturer managed to achieve this effect due to rounded edges, so that in the most thin areas thickness is 5.2 mm. The smartphone weighs only 118 grams. It’s easy to guess that the main camera is the main feature of the device - it consists of a main 13-megapixel module and a wide-angle 5-megapixel sensor, which are accompanied by an LED flash and a phase detection autofocus system. The front camera shoots with a resolution of 8 megapixels, supports virtual flash, shooting by hand gesture and one-touch.

    The gadget also received a 5.2-inch display with a resolution of 1920×1080 pixels, 8- nuclear processor MediaTek MT6753, 2 GB of RAM, 16 GB of expandable flash memory, 2520 mAh battery and Android 6.0 Marshmallow software platform.

    Price: about 18,000 rubles.

    Alcatel Idol 4S (6.9 mm)

    Externally, a smartphone is difficult to confuse with other devices; the fact is that there are speakers above and below the display, which not only provide great sound, but are also an interesting design move. The device comes in a plastic box, which also functions as a virtual reality headset.

    The hardware basis is an 8-core Snapdragon processor 652. The gadget is equipped with a 5.5-inch AMOLED screen with high resolution 2560x1440 pixels, 3000 mAh battery, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of expandable physical memory. A 16-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and phase detection autofocus, as well as an 8-megapixel front camera are responsible for photo and video shooting. The device runs on the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow operating system.

    Cost: about 25,000 rubles.

    Samsung Galaxy C5 (6.7 mm)

    This is a metal smartphone that has a traditional design with plastic antenna strips on the back panel and good equipment for its segment. The gadget is equipped with a 5.2-inch AMOLED display with Full HD resolution, an 8-core Snapdragon 617 chipset, 4 GB of RAM, 32/64 GB of expandable internal memory and a 2600 mAh battery.

    The optics are represented by 16-megapixel rear and 8-megapixel front cameras. Android 6.0 Marshmallow is used as the software platform.

    Price: 20,000 - 24,000 rubles.

    OPPO F1 Plus (6.6mm)

    This smartphone is intended for users who are fond of selfies - it has a 16-megapixel front camera with f/2.0 aperture and support for ISOCELL technology. The slim metal body makes taking photos even more convenient.

    The device is equipped with a 5.5-inch AMOLED screen with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels, a MediaTek Helio P10 processor, 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of expandable internal memory and a 2850 mAh battery. The work is carried out under the direction proprietary firmware Color 3.0, based on the Android 5.1.1 Lollipop operating system.

    Moto Z (5.2 mm)

    The gadget is housed in a metal case with an unusual textured finish on the back panel and a water-repellent coating. Its special feature is the ability to connect accessories from the line Moto Mods, among which users will be able to find removable covers, an additional battery, stereo speakers, a camera with optical zoom and a pocket projector.

    The filling meets modern flagship requirements: a 5.5-inch display with a resolution of 2560×1440 pixels, a Snapdragon 820 processor, 4 GB of RAM, 32/64 GB of expandable internal memory, a 2600 mAh battery and a USB Type-C connector instead of 3, 5mm audio input. The 13-megapixel main camera with laser autofocus is responsible for the quality of photo and video shooting. optical stabilization images and a two-tone LED flash, as well as a 5-megapixel front camera. The smartphone operates under the control of the mobile phone. Android platforms 6.0.1 Marshmallow.

    Vivo Xplay 6 (5.2 mm)

    One of the latest devices in the range of the Chinese manufacturer Vivo, which has expanded its range of smartphones with a dual main camera. The gadget has a metal body, a curved Quad HD screen with a diagonal of 5.46 inches, a Snapdragon 820 chipset, 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. Operating system - Funtouch 3.0 based on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.

    The main camera consists of a 12-megapixel main module and a 5-megapixel auxiliary sensor for capturing depth of field, it is equipped with an LED flash, phase detection autofocus and 4-axis image stabilization. It also provides good front camera with a resolution of 16 megapixels and a separate LED flash.

    BQ Blade (5 mm)

    The Russian company presented this year one of the thinnest smartphones in the world. In addition, the device turned out to be quite compact due to the use of a 4.8-inch screen. The hardware basis is a budget Qualcomm processor MSM 8916 with 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of physical memory. The battery capacity is 2000 mAh, but the AMOLED display with a resolution of 1280x720 pixels allows you to save energy consumption.

    When smartphones just began to appear on world markets, their thickness reached one and a half centimeters, and for some models with a QWERTY keyboard - 2 cm or more. Such dimensions contradicted the main concept of a mobile phone - mobility, therefore, since then, most well-known brands have annually reduced the thickness and weight of their gadgets. Our rating of thin smartphones of 2017 will show how successful they are in this. It includes devices of various configurations, classes and prices, and the position specific model in the Top is determined solely by the thickness of its body. So let's begin.

    BQ BQS-4516 Singapore – 6.0 mm

    Among the widest range of devices, the thickness of which has reached 6 mm, the BQS-4516 Singapore model stands out for its affordable price. There is no point in expecting performance miracles from a smartphone for 4,000 rubles, but for communication and use basic applications BQS-4516 is perfect. Android 4.2 or 4.4 is usually offered as a pre-installed operating system. There is no point in upgrading it to older versions, because the gadget has received budget processor MediaTek MT6572 clocked at 1.2 GHz, and its volume RAM limited to 512 megabytes. 4 GB of ROM are available, in addition to which you can install a memory card microSD format.
    The display has a modest resolution of 480x854 pixels, which with a diagonal of 4.5 inches leads to distinct pixelation of the image. But the camera was a pleasant surprise - it has a good 8-megapixel matrix and is located in a convenient rotating module. Next to the lens is an LED flash that can be used as a flashlight.

    Pros:

    1. excellent size, fits very comfortably in the hand;
    2. picture quality;
    3. bright screen;
    4. beautiful design;
    5. PTZ camera.

    Cons:

    1. very small selection of spare parts, covers and accessories;
    2. battery.

    ZTE Nubia My Prague – 6.0mm


    Compared to the model described above, ZTE Nubia My Prague belongs to a completely different class of smartphones. It is powerful and high quality, different high performance and performance even in the most demanding applications. The “heart” of the gadget is the Spandragon 615, the architecture of which is based on eight 64-bit Cortex-A53 cores. The processor clock frequency was 1.7 GHz. Memory capacity depends on the configuration of the phone - in the basic version it is 2 GB of RAM memory and 16 GB of permanent storage, in the Elite version the values ​​​​are 3 GB and 32 GB, respectively. There are slots for two SIM cards and a memory card. The role of the OS is played by Android 5.0.2.
    With a relatively low weight, Nubia My Prague has a 5.2-inch screen that meets the Full-HD standard. The AMOLED matrix guarantees color saturation, contrast and image brightness at almost any viewing angle. If you are looking for a model with a good camera, pay attention to the 13-megapixel Nubia matrix, which, thanks to the f/2.2 aperture and high-quality optics, can compete with budget cameras. The front camera is a little more modest - 8 megapixels. Characteristics of ZTE Nubia My Prague is impressive, but the price will not suit everyone - you will have to pay up to 25,000 rubles for the new product.

    Pros:

    1. looks great and expensive;
    2. excellent screen;
    3. super sound in headphones;
    4. there is fast charging;
    5. quality of materials and components.

    Cons:

    1. no FM receiver;

    Samsung Galaxy A8 SM-A800F – 5.9 mm


    Despite the fact that the updated A8 should appear on store shelves starting in January 2018, the popularity of the SM-A800F modification is not decreasing. There are several reasons for this. Firstly, the phone turned out to be relatively inexpensive, but good - today its price varies between 18-20 thousand rubles. Secondly, it received a protected metal case, which is not often found in ultra-thin models. Thirdly, this is perhaps the only phone in its class with a good battery - its capacity is 3050 mAh.
    The hardware is implemented at a fairly high level. All operations are managed by the already familiar Spandragon 615 together with the Adreno 405 video accelerator. The volumes of RAM and ROM are 2 GB and 16 GB, there is a flash memory slot. The screen size has been increased to 5.7 inches, the resolution is 1920x1080 pixels. Installed rear camera 16 MP and five megapixel front camera. If we talk about the minuses, then these are overly sensitive keys and an outdated OS - Android 5.1 is preinstalled.

    Pros:

    1. big, bright, good readable screen, which practically does not get dirty;
    2. very light despite its substantial size;
    3. build quality is good;
    4. high performance;
    5. great battery.

    Cons:

    1. a little fragile;
    2. no NFS;
    3. There is no optical camera stabilizer.

    Motorola Moto Z – 5.2 mm


    Motorola made its way to the top of the thinnest smartphones with a trick - instead of placing large-sized modules inside the case, it made them removable. To the back of the new Moto Z you can attach an additional battery with a capacity of 2200 or 3000 mAh, a 12-megapixel camera from the world famous Hasselblad brand, high-quality portable speaker or small multimedia projector. Needless to say, the price of the modules is very high, if even the basic configuration of a smartphone costs 50 thousand rubles? Let's try to figure out what caused this price.
    First of all, you should pay attention to the ultra-powerful Spandragon 820 processor, which operates at a frequency of 2.2 GHz. The amount of RAM is fixed at 4 GB, but for data storage, depending on the configuration, 32 or 64 GB are allocated. But the main advantage of the gadget is the incredible resolution of 1140x2560 pixels with a diagonal of 5.5 inches. Combined with AMOLED technology, it makes any image vibrant and realistic.

    Pros:

    1. very durable body;
    2. bright and clear display;
    3. excellent camera with optical stabilization;
    4. nimble and bug-free.

    Cons:

    1. very slippery;
    2. There is no 3.5 headphone jack.

    Fly Tornado Slim (IQ4516 Octa) – 5.15 mm


    This particular model is included in the Guinness Book of Records as “the most thin phone" In reality, of course, there are thinner gadgets, but the manufacturer either did not want to spend money on registering them, or placed protruding parts on the back surface of the case (most often this is a camera lens unit). We will talk about such devices below, but for now we invite you to get acquainted with the features of Fly Tornado Slim.
    A smartphone is one of best solutions in terms of price-quality ratio, although the developers had to sacrifice a lot in the name of compactness. Thus, the IQ4516 does not have a memory expansion slot, there is no 4G module, and the amounts of RAM and ROM are limited to 1 and 16 gigabytes. But the processor is not so bad - MediaTek MT6592 has eight cores and operates at a frequency of 1.7 GHz. The AMOLED display has a classic HD resolution and is protected by the thinnest Gorilla Glass 3 on top. Camera matrices are limited to 8 and 5 megapixels. Today the model is already disappearing from stores; its average retail price is 12,000 rubles.

    Pros:

    1. excellent design;
    2. performance;
    3. good camera;
    4. juicy SuperAmoled screen.

    Cons:

    1. battery is weak;
    2. quiet speaker.

    Micromax Q450 Canvas Sliver 5 – 5.1 mm


    In 2017, Micromax proved that an ultra-thin smartphone can cost less than 10 thousand. What components does the five-millimeter case of the Q450 Canvas Sliver 5 hide? Far from being the most powerful CPU, the Qualcomm Spandragon 410 has four cores and an output speed of 1.2 GHz, the amount of RAM is 2 GB, and 16 GB of permanent storage is available without expandability. In the name of thickness, we had to sacrifice battery capacity - it was only 2000 mAh.
    The 4.8-inch diagonal screen has an HD AMOLED matrix. An interesting solution was the installation of a good eight-megapixel Sony cameras IMX219 on the back of the gadget, in front there is more simple camera at 5 MP. The phone supports modern data exchange technologies, such as 4G and OTG, and its weight is only 97 grams.

    Pros:

    1. light and comfortable;
    2. display quality;
    3. good sound.

    Cons:

    1. memory cannot be expanded.

    BQ BQS-4800 Blade – 5 mm


    The BQ BQS-4800 Blade and Micromax Q450 Canvas Sliver 5 smartphones have a lot in common. They have the same displays, batteries, processors, even the amounts of permanent memory and RAM are identical. Climb to a higher level in our roundup of the best thin smartphones The BQS-4800 Blade model was helped by another fraction of a millimeter won - its thickness was exactly 5 mm.
    Another innovation is the rear camera. The resolution of its matrix has increased to 13 megapixels, and among additional functions active autofocus appeared. The weight of the new product has increased slightly - now it is exactly 100 g. You can buy the BQ BQS-4800 Blade for 12-13 rubles. By the way, next year the company plans to replenish model range another inexpensive thin model.

    Pros:

    1. stylish appearance;
    2. nimble and productive;
    3. camera quality;
    4. powerful processor.

    Cons:

    1. small battery.

    OPPO R5 – 4.85 mm


    Chinese OPPO phones are not yet a frequent guest on the shelves of domestic electronics stores. However, they have something to surprise customers. A clear confirmation of this is the R5 model, which, with a thickness of only 4.85 mm, is equipped with an eight-core Spandragon 615 at 1.7 GHz, two gigabytes of RAM and 16 GB of built-in flash memory. Unfortunately, there is no microSD slot.
    The model has a 5.2-inch screen with FullHD resolution and a 13-megapixel main camera, the edge of which protrudes slightly above the back of the phone. With such rich functionality, it seems like an unforgivable mistake by the developers to install battery 2000 mAh – it will be discharged in just a few hours active use. Another minus is the obviously overpriced. For thirty thousand rubles you can buy flagships of famous corporations.

    Pros:

    1. design;
    2. good camera;
    3. high quality screen.

    Cons:

    1. battery is weak;
    2. no 3.5mm audio output.

    VIVO X5 Max – 4.75mm


    This gadget is even more expensive - you will have to pay 35,000 rubles for it. Let's try to figure out whether VIVO X5 Max is worth the money. Of course, the first thing that catches your eye is the very slim body models made of non-marking metal. In the central part its thickness is 4.75 mm, and at the edges it decreases to an incredible 4 mm. At the same time, we managed to place a 2300 mAh battery inside – not so bad.
    The “heart” of the smartphone is the popular 8-core Qualcomm Spandragon 615 with a clock frequency of 1.7 GHz, working with 2 GB of RAM memory. Unlike its competitors, the X5 Max received a slot for microSD cards, and the volume of built-in ROM was 16 gigabytes. The screen diagonal has been increased to 5.5 inches with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. There is a top-end 13-megapixel Sony IMX214 photo module and a simple five-megapixel front camera. Interesting feature phone - the presence of a Yamaha YSS-205X audio chip, which raises multimedia capabilities per level personal computers. The pre-installed OS was somewhat disappointing - it's outdated Android 4.4.4 KitKat.

    Pros:

    1. very nimble;
    2. sound;
    3. good camera;
    4. great screen.

    Cons:

    1. weak battery.

    Coolpad Ivvi K1 mini – 4.7 mm


    The thinnest smartphone of our time is Coolpad Ivvi K1 mini. In the name of thickness and cost reduction (approximately 11,000 rubles), the developers sacrificed a lot, and first of all, autonomy. The battery capacity was only 1800 mAh, which means that working on a 4G network will power up the gadget in 3-4 hours. The role of the processor is played by the 1.2 GHz Spandragon 410, the volumes of RAM and permanent memory were 1 and 8 GB, respectively. There is no expansion slot.
    The configuration of the case is not uniform - most of it actually has a thickness of 4.7 mm, at the top and bottom back panel It is rounded, “eating” another 1.2 mm, but in the area where the 8-megapixel camera is located, the total thickness of the device reaches 6.2 mm. One of the factors that made it possible to create such a thin phone is the innovative AMOLED display, which, with a diagonal of 4.7 inches, has a depth of just over 1.3 mm. An interesting feature of the Coolpad Ivvi K1 mini is the presence of an infrared port and pre-installed software that allows you to remotely control some household appliances.

    Modern smartphones are gradually becoming thinner. But how thin can they ultimately become? Are they convenient to use? And which smartphones are currently the thinnest? Today's article will answer all these questions.

    At the moment of invention cell phone no one thought about the size of such a device. Does the device fit into a briefcase? So everything is fine. But technology quickly began to improve. Soon even fashion mobile phones began to have a thickness of 2-3 cm. And with the introduction touch display The count went down to millimeters. Below you will learn about how thin some smartphones are. We will also try to understand how many millimeters the thickness of such devices may decrease in the future.

    Thin smartphones: what makes them smaller

    In a certain number of years, the thinnest phone in the world will have the dimensions bank card. A similar device can be created now. But in this case it will have the functionality of a calculator, nothing more. And it will only work for a few hours, if not minutes.

    What is now stopping you from achieving a thickness of 1-2 mm? A few very important factors:

    • Battery- If we continue to use lithium-ion technology, the battery will have at least 3mm thickness.
    • Display, glass and body- whatever materials are used, they will have a decent thickness. But under all this it is necessary to place components.
    • CPU- the point here is not in its size, but in its heating. If there is no air or heat pipes under the case, then the smartphone will literally burn you.
    • Camera- It’s hard to argue with the laws of optics. The thinnest phone cannot take good pictures, since its lens uses a minimum number of lenses, and the dimensions of the matrix are small.
    • Other components- memory, wireless modules and other components cannot yet be as thick as a human hair. They also need space.

    All this leads to the fact that even the thinnest smartphone included in the Guinness Book of Records has a thickness of 5.15 mm, and this is very far from credit card. To create this device, Gionee had to sacrifice many characteristics, including battery capacity. As a result, such a device will suit only those who do not need wide functionality and crazy speed.

    Over the past few years, thinner smartphones have been released. For example, the thinnest Chinese phone is Coolpad Ivvi K1 Mini. Its thickness is only 4.7 mm. However, the manufacturer decided not to waste money, and therefore he did not register the record in the well-known book. The same can be said about the creators Vivo X5 Max, the thickness of which is 4.75 mm.

    Be that as it may, technology is developing. It is possible that serious progress awaits us soon - then portable devices They will become not only thinner, but also lighter. In the meantime, we will look at the most subtle mobile phones, which can be purchased in 2017. We will be talking, of course, strictly about smartphones. After all, you are on a site that talks about smart devices.

    The thinnest smartphone in the world Fly Tornado Slim (IQ4516 Octa)

    • Thickness: 5.15 mm
    • Weight: 95.5 g

    This is the same phone whose record has been officially recorded. It was designed and produced by Gionee. In this regard, in China the smartphone was sold under the name Gionee Elife S5.1. In fact, it is the thinnest smartphone in the world. It is built on a processor. This is an eight-core solution capable of operating on clock frequency 1.7 GHz. Everything is fine with the device and with the screen - it uses a 4.8-inch AMOLED panel. An 8-megapixel main and 5-megapixel front camera are used for photography. Surprisingly, the Chinese managed to introduce a 2050 mAh battery into such a tiny smartphone.

    What did the manufacturer have to sacrifice?

    • Firstly, memory. 16 GB of permanent memory and 1 GB of RAM is not enough for many users. And you can’t expand the volume of the first one, since there is no slot for a microSD card.
    • Secondly, Gionee decided to abandon all sensors, with the exception of the main ones - proximity and light sensors, accelerometer and digital compass.
    • Thirdly, the device is not able to please with the presence of a 4G module.

    Well, another drawback of the device is the old version of the operating system. However, at the time of release Android 4.4.2 was considered very relevant.

    You won’t be able to find the record holder on store shelves now. Its production has long been discontinued, and all subsequent models from this manufacturer were, oddly enough, thicker. But if you try, you can find Fly Tornado Slim (IQ4516 Octa) through free ad services.

    Motorola Moto Z

    • Thickness: 5.19 mm
    • Weight: 136 g

    This smartphone has one distinctive feature. It supports installation replaceable modules from Moto series Mods clinging to back cover. That is why the manufacturer tried to achieve a minimum thickness. Modules can significantly expand the functionality of the device or increase the duration battery life. However, even with a 2600 mAh battery, the device “lives” for quite a long time. This is explained by the presence of an energy-efficient display made according to AMOLED technology. Its diagonal is 5.5 inches and its resolution is 1440x2560 pixels.

    Special disadvantages Moto smartphone Z does not have. There is a very good 13-megapixel camera here, the aperture of which opens to f/1.8. The operating system used is not the most old Android 6.0. The LTE module has not been forgotten, and even of the sixth category - it will provide data reception at speeds of up to 300 Mbit/s. The nice device also includes a Snapdragon 820 processor, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage, a 5-megapixel front camera and a fingerprint scanner.

    If you look at the device from the side, you will notice a protruding camera. And yet it’s amazing how the engineers managed to fit all the other components into such a thin device.

    Prestigio Grace


    • Thickness: 5.5 mm
    • Weight: 133 g

    This budget smartphone was released several years ago. However, it is still on the shelves of some large retail chains. Like other thin smartphones, Prestigio Grace has an AMOLED screen. Its resolution with a 5-inch diagonal has been increased to Full HD. The processor used here is MediaTek MT6592 processor. There was also room under the case for 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of permanent memory. The battery capacity is 2300 mAh.

    It should be noted that today’s selection is not about the best thin smartphones. We are considering all the thinnest specimens currently on sale. In this regard, do not be surprised by the heap of shortcomings that the buyer of Prestigio Grace will encounter. There is an old operating system, and the lack of a slot for a memory card, and a bad rear camera(at the same time, it supposedly has a 13-megapixel resolution), and the inability to work in 4G networks...

    Are you ready to put up with Android 4.4 and other shortcomings for the sake of the minimal thickness of the device, its low price and the ability to buy the device in the nearest store? If not, then it is better to consider other options.

    BQ BQS-4800 Blade

    • Thickness: 5 mm
    • Weight: 100 g

    An ultra-thin smartphone, the mention of which could well end up in the Guinness Book of Records. The thickness of the device barely reaches 5 mm! The device also turned out to be unusually light. At the same time, it cannot be said that the manufacturer was somehow sophisticated. He installed a 4.8-inch AMOLED display with HD resolution here. It used Snapdragon 410 as a processor - this quad-core chip is by no means very weak. The device also boasts the ability to work in LTE networks. Even the built-in camera here is not bad, even if it still lacks stars from the sky.

    Unfortunately, in order to reduce the thickness, engineers had to abandon the memory card slot and reduce the battery capacity to 2000 mAh. Even with an energy-efficient screen, the smartphone will require connection to a charger every night. But the BQ BQS-4800 Blade sounds great if you use quality headphones! Secret high-quality sound lies in the presence of the NXP Smart Power amplifier.

    ZTE Nubia My Prague

    • Thickness: 6 mm
    • Weight: 140 g

    This smartphone is completely on the edge. Another one or two tenths of a millimeter, and he would not have made it into our selection. Here engineers did not have to solve problems that previously seemed impossible. Therefore, the device received quite decent characteristics. There are even two slots for SIM cards, something the devices discussed above cannot boast of! You can also install a microSD card here, so 16 GB of internal memory does not seem like a disadvantage. Is here and LTE support which provides high speed Internet traffic.

    The manufacturer himself, when advertising his creation, focuses on light weight. Indeed, the device is slightly lighter than many of its thicker competitors. At the same time, a fairly powerful Snapdragon 615 processor has been introduced here, the capabilities of which should be enough even for amateurs heavy games. For photography, the owner of ZTE Nubia My Prague will use a 13-megapixel camera with f/2.2 aperture. Everything is fine with the front camera - its resolution is 8 megapixels. Another important feature is the presence of high-speed Wi-Fi module 802.11ac. The only thing the user can regret is the display. Yes, it has a resolution of 1080x1920 pixels with a 5.2-inch diagonal. But the screen is made using IPS technology - not the most energy efficient.

    Micromax Q450 Canvas Silver 5

    • Thickness: 5.1 mm
    • Weight: 98 g

    At one time, the Indian company Micromax wanted to become famous not only in its home market. Due to this large number efforts were devoted to developing the very best phones. Very powerful, incredibly beautiful and, of course, extremely thin products began to appear. The third type is the Q450 Canvas Silver 5 - its thickness barely reaches only 5.1 mm. The creators of this model decided to limit themselves to a battery whose capacity does not exceed 2000 mAh. To ensure acceptable operating time, the Indians had to introduce an AMOLED screen. It has a 4.8-inch diagonal and HD resolution. Rich colors will definitely appeal to everyone who likes to look at different photos and videos on their smartphone.

    Otherwise, this is a typical mid-budget device. It is powered by a quad-core Snapdragon 410 in conjunction with operating system Android 5.0. An LTE module is used for data transfer, and the amount of RAM and ROM here is 2 and 16 GB, respectively. Like other smartphones that are so thin, the Micromax product does not have a memory card slot. There are also cameras installed here that are very average by modern standards.

    BQ BQS-4516 Singapore

    • Thickness: 6 mm
    • Weight: 136 g

    The cheapest among the devices reviewed today. Even some push-button mobile phones are more expensive than this! And you could already understand that in terms of its characteristics, the smartphone is not far behind them. At least somewhat stable functioning of Android 4.2 here is ensured by 512 MB of RAM. As for permanent memory, there is only 4 GB of it. At least the good news is that you can use a microSD card - the corresponding slot fits here. The image is displayed on a simple 4.5-inch screen with a resolution of 480x854 pixels - pixelation is clearly noticeable.

    The smartphone has neither 4G support nor fingerprint sensor, nor other attributes of modernity. There is no doubt that very soon it will disappear from the shelves Russian stores. Therefore, it makes no sense to talk about it in more detail.

    We invite you to write in the comments whether you are chasing the minimum thickness. Or are you using a standard device, and even packed in a pot-bellied case?


    Many latest models smartphones are coming out at least large, at most “shovels” with 7-inch screens, almost catching up in size with tablets. It’s inconvenient to make calls from this, and even more so to carry it in your pocket or clutch. On the other hand, compact smartphones are rather weak and not all applications are released for their screens. We have compiled a rating of the thinnest smartphones for 2017, which are comfortable to walk with and have a beautiful design.

    BQ BQS-4800 Blade

    Let's start the TOP with the Chinese guest - BQ BQS-4800 Blade. This reliable smartphone with big screen And capacious battery(for such a screen and RAM capacity, 2000 mAh is enough to maintain decent battery life) combines high-quality cameras, good hardware, and all this in a smartphone weighing only 100 grams. This one is inexpensive, but good smartphone 2016 has an prohibitively small amount of built-in memory. However, the smartphone does not have a slot for a memory card and a second SIM card.

    Key Features:

    • Screen: 4.8 inches with a resolution of 1280x720 pixels;
    • CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916 and Adreno 306 video accelerator;
    • Android 5.0;
    • Camera: 13 and 8 MP;
    • Battery: 2000 mAh.

    Pros:

    1. AMOLED screen;
    2. Good front camera;
    3. Gorilla Glass.

    Cons:

    1. Old Android firmware;
    2. Little built-in memory;
    3. You can't insert a memory card.

    Samsung Galaxy A8 SM-A800F

    Smartphone with a large screen and two SIM cards, powerful and popular Samsung Galaxy A8 SM-A800F. The smartphone has a 5.7-inch screen, a powerful phone processor and a gorgeous 16-megapixel camera in such a relatively small design that inspires respect and allows you to enjoy its relative compactness without compromising applications and viewing multimedia. True, according to reviews on the forums of this standing smartphone the buttons are too sensitive, so he likes to go to active mode right in your pocket or bag.

    Key Features:

    • Screen: 5.7 inches with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels;
    • Memory: 16 GB built-in and 2 GB RAM;
    • Android 5.1;
    • Camera: 16 and 5 MP;
    • Battery: 3050 mAh.

    Pros:

    1. AMOLED display;
    2. Very powerful processor;
    3. Slot for a second SIM card/memory card.

    Cons:

    1. Old Android;
    2. The largest of the compared models;
    3. Buttons are too sensitive.

    Motorola Moto Z 32Gb

    In second place in the ranking of the thinnest smartphones for 2017 was a model for which, it seemed, the glory days were long gone - Motorolla Moto Z. Today this phablet has best screen, the number of pixels per inch is simply amazing, as is the picture quality on the AMOLED display. The hardware parameters are also excellent - an excellent processor from Qualcomm, 4 gigabytes of RAM, relatively latest firmware Android. Gorilla Glass will protect popular smartphone from impacts and scratches. True, the phone does not support Dual Sim, but you can expand its memory. In 2017, such a smartphone is worth buying as a compact and powerful alternative to a laptop.

    Key Features:

    • Screen: 5.5 inches with a resolution of 2560×1440 pixels;
    • Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 processor and Adreno 530 video accelerator;
    • Memory: 32 GB built-in and 4 GB RAM;
    • Android 6.0;
    • Camera: 13 and 5 MP;
    • Battery: 2600 mAh.

    Pros:

    1. AMOLED display;
    2. Huge number of pixels per inch;
    3. Separate slot for memory card;
    4. Gorilla Glass;

    Cons:

    1. Inconvenient fingerprint sensor;
    2. Discharges quickly after fast charging;
    3. Slippery body;
    4. Very dear.

    ZTE Nubia My Prague

    The undisputed winner of the TOP for all characteristics – 4g ZTE smartphone Nubila My Prague.Unlike Motorola, Nubila supports Dual sim. The front camera didn’t disappoint either - of course, it’s far from the flagship “shovels”, but for compact smartphone she takes pretty good selfies. The processor is fast enough to handle apps and games, and the awfully small amount of onboard memory is expandable. Separately, it is worth noting that Nubila has good sound, which is very rare for models within 10,000 rubles. Still wondering which smartphone is better to choose? Nubila has a fast charging function and enough capacious battery, so as not to resort to it so often (or not to turn the phone into a landline, like Apple). This is the most best smartphone for an affordable price.

    Key Features:

    • Screen: 5.2 inches with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels;
    • Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 MSM8939 processor and Adreno 405 video accelerator;
    • Memory: 16 GB built-in and 2 GB RAM;
    • Android 5.1;
    • Camera: 13 and 8 MP;
    • Battery: 2200 mAh.

    Pros:

    1. Good front camera;
    2. There is a slot for a second SIM card/memory card;
    3. Very good sound;
    4. Fast charging function.

    Cons:

    1. Small built-in memory;
    2. No factory film;
    3. Not the newest version of Android.

    Conclusion

    The ranking of the thinnest smartphones for 2017 has come to an end. We have indicated the main characteristics, pros and cons of each model to make it easier for you to understand whether a smartphone is suitable for your purposes or whether you should look at another phone. Unlike large devices, the smartphones presented in our top have many advantages: they are easy to hold in your hand, they fit in any pocket or clutch, and their power is enough to surf the Internet or play games. modern games. In addition, they have a pleasant price-quality ratio, which will allow you not to overpay “for the prestige” of the brand.

    A smartphone with a thickness of 8 mm can be considered thin. Many flagships in lately They are trying to achieve delicate dimensions in the form of a lightweight body and low thickness. You can often see even 7mm phones. What will you say if we offer you to look at smartphones that are thinner than 6 mm!

    The first smartphone in our ranking of the thinnest is actually far from the real leaders, but the Korean gadget definitely deserves a place in this company. So, its thickness is only 6.9 mm, and its weight is only 110 g. The rest key parameters such: 4.5-inch screen with a resolution of 540 by 960 pixels, quad-core Snapdragon 410 processor, 1.5 GB of RAM, battery capacity 1900 mAh. The phone went on sale back in 2014 and then cost 200 euros.

    Micromax Canvas Sliver 5

    This smartphone was released in July 2015. The dimensions of the smartphone are surprising in their fragility - the thickness of the case is only 5.1 mm, and the weight of the device is only 97 g. Among the main technical characteristics: 4.8-inch screen with a resolution of 1280 by 720 pixels, quad-core Snapdragon processor, 410, 2 GB of RAM, cameras 8 and 5 megapixels, and the battery capacity is 2000 mAh. The price of the gadget is approximately 250 euros.

    Gionee Elife S5.1

    Another thin smartphone that can be written down in the book of records. So, its thickness is only 5.2 mm, and its weight is 97.7 mm. Amazing dimensions. Rest important parameters look like this: 4.8-inch screen with a resolution of 1280 by 720 pixels, 8-core Mediatek processor MT6592, 1 GB of RAM, 8 and 5 MP cameras, rear and front, respectively. Battery capacity 2050 mAh. You can buy such a device for about 230 euros.

    BLU Vivo Air

    Another smartphone among the thinnest and lightest in the world at the moment. Its thickness is 5.1 mm, and its weight is some 97 grams. The smartphone is already on sale and its price is 200 euros. The main technical characteristics of the device: 4.8-inch 1280 x 720 pixel screen, 8-core Mediatek processor and 1 GB of RAM. Main camera 8 MP, front camera 5 MP. The characteristics are very similar to the previous two models. Probably the Chinese not only look alike, but also make identical gadgets. Finally, the battery capacity is 2100 mAh.

    QMobile Noir Z9

    Interesting smartphone with interesting name. Surprisingly, these technical parameters similar to others from the rating. The thickness is 5.1 mm, and the weight is 97 g. The buyer will receive a 4.8-inch display 1280 by 720 pixels, 2 GB of RAM, a 2000 mAh battery, 8 and 5 megapixel cameras, and a quad-core Snapdragon 410 processor. The phone has been on sale since July and costs 230 euros.

    Wiko Highway Pure 4G

    The thickness of the phone is only 5.1 mm and the weight is 98 mm. Specifications you can probably already guess - a 4.8-inch screen 1280 by 720 pixels, a 4-core processor, 2 GB of RAM, a battery capacity of 2000 mAh, which gives us up to 20 hours of talk time.

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