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Thinking about upgrading your smartphone, but confused by the variety of models, we are happy to make the task easier and offer the best smartphones of 2016. The rating (Top-10) takes into account the feedback from Yandex.Market users and the scores obtained from official tests and reviews of authoritative world publications: TopTenReviews, CHIP, TechRadar and PhoneArena. The list contains the most productive and optimal phone models in terms of price-quality ratio.

The final ranking of the best smartphones in 2016

10. Sony Xperia Z5 Premium

RUB 54,990

Android 5.1

What do owners get for this price? 5.5-inch screen, 23 megapixel camera to be the envy of all selfies (hybrid autofocus and digital noise reduction are included), three GB of RAM and 32 ROM memory, a 3430 mAh battery. Disadvantages: heats up during video playback, bulky.

37 826 rubles.

Android Marshmallow 6.0

This is the first all-metal flagship smartphone from the Nexus line. It is thin, sleek and looks very stylish. Battery - built-in (3450 mAh) and with official charger equipped USB-C port, charging from 15% to 90% occurs in 30 minutes. Screen 5.7-inch, memory - three GB RAM and 32/64 / 128 GB ROM, two cameras - 12.3 (with laser autofocus) and 8 MP. Perhaps the best value for money in smartphone rankings 2016.

8. Apple iPhone 6S

RUB 51,890

OS - iOS 9

The new 4.7-inch iPhone 6S handles games and apps faster than its predecessor and boasts a feature that Apple likens to the introduction of multi-touch. It is called 3D Touch and allows you to perform the most different actions depending on the pressure on the screen. Built-in memory - 16, 64 or 128 GB, operational - 2. Disadvantages: big size, the camera protrudes slightly from the body, expensive accessories.

7. HTC 10

39 990 rubles.

Android 6.0

5.2 inch smartphone with 3000 mAh battery and sturdy metal body. Users praise the sound from both speakers and headphones. Octa-core processor, Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 MSM8976. The native 32 GB memory can be expanded up to 2048 GB. year, its characteristics and appearance so far unknown.

Disadvantage: the smartphone is quite thick and heavy, but some users will like it.

6LG G5

40 498 rubles.

Android 6.0.1

Rating newcomer, 5.3-inch model upgraded to 7 android versions, delights users thanks to its top-end hardware (quad-core Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 processor), removable battery (2800 mAh), and excellent cameras (16 MP + 8 MP) with laser focus. 32 GB of memory can be converted to 128 GB by purchasing a memory card.

The downside is slow Wi-Fi.

5. Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro

12 990 rubles.

Android 5.1

If you need a rebuttal to the “cheap but bad Chinese” stereotype, then buy this smartphone with a 5.5-inch display, a powerful (4050 mAh) battery and a 6-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 MSM8956 processor. It will serve you no worse than advertised European brands, and in a few years it will be possible to pass it on to grown children. Memory (32 and 3 GB, built-in and operational, respectively) is enough for games and programs. And if not enough, then you can expand up to 128 GB.

4. Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

59 990 rubles.

Android 6.0

A more capacious (3600 mAh) battery, a large 5.5-inch screen - these are the differences between this device and the number three of the top 10 smartphones.

3. Samsung Galaxy S7

48 450 rubles.

Android 6.0

samsung galaxy The S6 was last season's best smartphone, and the iPhone 7 topped the smartphone rankings in 2016. Samsung has taken into account what users want: more time battery life, waterproof and memory card slot. Advantages of the smartphone: 4 gigabytes of RAM and 32 gigabytes of ROM, expandable up to 200 memory cards, 3000 mAh battery, 5.1-inch screen, 12 MP camera with LED flash. Cons: glass is not very scratch resistant, battery is not removable.

2. Google Pixel XL

124 970 rubles.

Android 7.1

Top-end, high-status, expensive - and this is all about an “XL-sized” smartphone (the regular version has a smaller screen and a weaker battery). Pros: very bright 5.5-inch display, 12.30 MP camera with laser autofocus, Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 MSM 8996 Pro chip, 3450 mAh battery. It's only sold in small numbers. Russian stores so the price is too high.

1. Apple iPhone 7 (7 Plus)

74,500 rubles.

One of the most beautiful and in the ranking. It has a 4.7-inch display (5.5 in Apple iPhone 7 Plus), pressure-sensitive, various built-in storage sizes (32, 128 or 256 GB), a fast A10 Fusion quad-core processor, and a new touch button instead of the old Home. And also a great camera (12 MP) with optical stabilization. But there is no headphone jack, for some this is a "trick", while for others it is an unfortunate innovation.

The best smartphones of 2016, the ranking of authoritative publications

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Since there are no more high-profile flagship announcements for 2016, this list of the best smartphones of 2016 can be considered final.

Power mobile devices increases from year to year. It has reached the level of PCs that were relevant just a few years ago. But how expedient it is to constantly increase power is a moot point. After all, even in the budget segment there are devices that can by no means be called slow. What can we say about the flagships, in which the performance margin is so large that even the most demanding games on hardware resources cannot reveal the full potential of the device.

Nevertheless, in order for the market not to stand still, for there to be a systematic influx of funds, and to be competitive, developers have to constantly improve their gadgets. With the release of a new smartphone, the buyer begins to think about buying it, because his current device is already “outdated” and is no longer considered the best.

However, we want to clarify that the most powerful smartphones of the first quarter of 2016 are described below, and in May the situation changed and.

TOP 3 most powerful smartphones in 2016

On their website, the developers of the popular Antutu benchmark published statistics showing which smartphones received the highest performance rating in AnTuTu 6. These data were published in March of this year.

1. Xiaomi Mi5 - 136,875;
2. Samsung Galaxy S7 edge - 134,599;
3. Apple iPhone 6s - 133,781.

Based on this ranking, Xiaomi Mi5 is the clear leader. Responsible for the performance of the device is a Snapdragon 820 processor, an Adreno 530 graphics chip, and a very fast 3 or 4 GB RAM, depending on the version.

Galaxy S7 edge is equipped with Samsung Exynos 8890 Octa chip, Mali-T880 graphics and 4GB RAM. The smartphone slightly lags behind Mi5 in the Antutu test, but it is ahead in Geekbench 3. In multi-core mode, it scores 5358 points, while Mi5 scores 5347. The difference is actually ridiculous.

The iPhone 6s uses the Apple A9 (2 cores, 1.85 GHz) as the processor. The amount of RAM is 2 GB. In the GeekBench 3 multi-core test, the smartphone scores 4448 points.

Not everything is so clear

The screen resolution of Xiaomi Mi5 is FullHD (1920 x 1080). And the Galaxy S7 edge has a 2K screen (2560 x 1440). As the resolution increases, the load on GPU. Accordingly, this nuance could, at least slightly, but still affect the result of the synthetic test. You don't have to be a genius to understand that both devices are fantastically fast. And some meager difference in the numbers in this case does not play a role, and it is almost impossible to feel this difference in practice.

So who is the main "strongman" in 2016?

The same Xiaomi Mi5, only Pro version, with a maximum processor frequency (2.15 GHz), and with 4 GB of RAM. In the Antutu test, he scores about 142 thousand points. At the time of writing this material, this is indeed the most powerful smartphone in the world.

However, changes are possible towards the end of the year. It is possible that new models of flagships will appear that will be able to push the leaders from their positions. Apple fans are looking forward to the release of the iPhone 7, and Samsung is expected to update its line of smartphones with styluses with Galaxy release Note 6.

Manufacturers from China are also not sitting idly by. Recently, information has appeared about the imminent release of the ZUK Z2 Pro smartphone, based on Snapdragon processor 820, and with 6 GB of RAM.

According to preliminary data from the manufacturer, the device scores 144,939 points in Antutu. If the information is confirmed, ZUK Z2 Pro will outperform Xiaomi Mi5 Pro in the synthetic test. For reference: ZUK is a subsidiary of Lenovo.

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The end of the year is the time to take stock. In 2016, we saw a lot of interesting new products on the smartphone market, so we decided to collect all the most interesting things in one article in order to evaluate this year from the point of view of photo smartphones. The best smartphones of the year, the main flagships, the most interesting gadgets - all this in one article!

Apple iPhone 7 Plus

Without a doubt, the most anticipated smartphone of the year, which seems to have justified all the hopes of users. New colors, a more powerful processor, an updated Home key, and a block with double cam, which we have especially noted in special material by pushing the device against the Sony Alpha ILCE-6300 camera. The iPhone 7 Plus is the best iOS smartphone this year and also the best Apple smartphone released in 2016.

What else to watch: Apple iPhone 7, Apple iPhone SE

Google Pixel XL

curved lines, big screen, one of the best mobile cameras- all this about Samsung Galaxy S7 edge. The smartphone display adds a special dimension to the image - and it's really impressive. One of the most interesting and powerful smartphones of the year.

What else to watch: Samsung Galaxy S7

Huawei Mate 9

The year for Huawei turned out to be incredibly interesting and bright, and was marked primarily by the conclusion of an agreement with the Leica photo brand. Under their supervision, Huawei P9 and P9 Plus smartphones were released with a Leica camera unit and two lenses: one lens is color, the second is monochrome. At the end of the year, Huawei released Mate 9 and Mate 9 Porsche Design, marking the second, more serious stage of work on the camera. And you know what? Above the slogan "New era mobile photography» Laugh less and less!

What else to watch: Huawei P9 Plus, Huawei P9

LG G5

The Korean company's smartphone turned out to be the first real solution using modular technology. Among the LG Friends modules, the additional camera control and sound unit from Bang&Olufsen stand out. The LG G5 has two cameras. One of them is wide-angle, which allows you to take unusual pictures for smartphones. Fly in the ointment - only LG G5 SE is officially sold in Russia. This is a younger model with slightly different technical characteristics, primarily a weaker processor. But the cameras are identical.

What else to watch: LG G5 SE

Moto Z

Another modular smartphone that came out a little later than LG's solution. Moto Mods are mounted on back smartphone using special magnets. Among the additional blocks there is a battery, a projector, a speaker from JBL, but most importantly, a photo module from Hasselblad with an optical tenfold zoom.

What else to watch: Moto Z Play

Sony Xperia XZ

Sony Mobile took a desperate step in 2016 by completely restarting its smartphone line. By the end of the year, they had filled the entire line of "X": frameless XA and XA Ultra, X and its smaller copy XCompact, X Performance and the most flagship flagship - XZ. We held it in our hands and tested it. A very worthy and interesting smartphone that has its own face: you can’t confuse it with anyone.

What else to look for: Sony Xperia X Performance, Sony Xperia XCompact

Honor 8

Smartphones under the Honor brand are produced by Huawei. And this, in general, was not a secret to anyone. Honor 8 was released this year - beautiful, bright and with two lenses, like the half-brothers P9, P9 Plus and Mate 9. The device shoots very well, we were convinced of its qualities in practice.

Meizu Pro 6 Plus

Another late announcement Meizu Pro 6 plus. This year we tested both Meizu Pro 6 and Meizu MX6 and were satisfied. Actually, there is no doubt about the quality of the camera in the Pro 6 Plus. Also, as is standard for Meizu, the device sounds good because it has a digital-to-analog converter. The main plus against the background of competitors is a more pleasant price tag with the same flagship capacities.

What else to watch: Meizu Pro 6, Meizu MX6

Asus Zenfone 3 (ZE552KL and ZE520KL)

Pleasant in all respects smartphones, which differ from each other in different screen sizes. All in all, it's the same device that we were able to test with two great Instagram photographers - @vi66nya and @19tones . Despite the affordable price tag in modern realities, Zenfone 3 can surprise in terms of photography.

What else to look for: Asus Zenfone 3 deluxe

LeEco Le Pro3

LeEco is the most powerful start of the year not only in Russia, but also in the American market. We can say that a brand from China is dumping the market by making flagship features and offering them 1.5–2 times cheaper than other companies. Le Pro3 is new smartphone, which can and should be called an affordable flagship, besides it has a very decent camera. We managed to test the Le Max 2 and were generally very satisfied.

Xiaomi Mi 5s

For several years in a row, Xiaomi has been constantly shooting interesting smartphones. And every year the brand has more and more fans and users. This year, the main device is Xiaomi Mi 5s, and the announcement of the frameless Xiaomi Mi Mix was also noticeable. Unfortunately, in Russia Xiaomi devices it is difficult to buy officially - you will not find the flagships of this company on the shelves of stores.

What else to watch: Xiaomi Mi 5, Xiaomi Mi Mix

One Plus 3T

OnePlus are the newsmakers who are able to surprise the smartphone market year after year because they play by their own rules. First came the OnePlus 3 model, and at the end of the year it was updated to 3T. Extremely interesting and pleasant outwardly, the smartphone shoots very well. But the problem here is the same as that of Xiaomi - the devices are difficult to get due to lack of availability in stores.

Potentially best android smartphone year, which absorbed all the ideas and Samsung technology, Galaxy Note 7, unfortunately, was never released in Russia, and was withdrawn in the world. With this device, if it is turned on, it is still forbidden to fly on an airplane. The problems with the flammable gadget were solved radically: all Galaxy Note 7s were recalled, and the line Smartphones Note and completely closed.

Did not have time new Apple iPhone 7 to hit the stores, as the results of its testing appeared in the AnTuTu benchmark. According to the published chart, the smartphone scored 178,397 points. This result was achieved thanks to the use of the new Apple A10 Fusion chipset, which received significant innovations. For the first time, Apple smartphones have acquired a quad-core CPU. In addition to the performance cores, the frequency of which has increased, a couple of economical cores have been added. This allowed us to significantly increase performance without sacrificing battery life.

The new generation PowerVR video processor also played its role. Graphics in Apple smartphones has always been one of the best on the market. But if the PowerVR G7600 used in the iPhone 6s lagged behind the Adreno 530, then the new chip (presumably the G8600) was able to match it. Also, according to as yet unconfirmed reports, the iPhone 7 could get 3 GB random access memory. Thanks to these features, he became the fastest smartphone in 2016.

At present, the iPhone 7 score has not yet been officially recognized by the AnTuTu team. In order for this to happen, it is necessary to have at least 500 measurement results in the database, taken on different devices. Therefore, the official AnTuTu rating, as of the end of August, does not include the novelty.

Rating of the most powerful smartphones in 2016, as of September 1

Tenth position in the list of the most fast smartphones located HTC 10, scored 133,217 points. Interestingly, it was not in the July TOP, in 10th place was the iPhone SE, showing 2 thousand less.

In eighth place on the list is the iPhone 6S, which scored 133,781 points. He showed a similar result in the previous ranking, taking the same place.

The seventh position in the list of the most powerful smartphones is the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge. He managed to score 134,599 "parrots". The result of the measurements remained the same as last month, the place in the rating was also unchanged.

The sixth place in the TOP of the most powerful smartphones in August 2016 is Xiaomi Mi 5. His GPA, as well as the place in the ranking, remained unchanged. Gaining device 136 773 points.

The top five in terms of performance among smartphones opens Lenovo ZUK Z2 Pro. The device, released in May, showed 136,853 "parrots", thanks to which it managed to hold the position.

In fourth place in the ranking of the most powerful smartphones was ZTE Nubia Z11. He scored 137,685 points, the same as a month earlier.

There are many new products on the mobile device market all the time. The choice between them for an unprepared person can be challenging task. For you, we have compiled a list of 10 models mobile phones, released in 2016, which are definitely worth paying attention to. So, we present you the Top 10 best smartphones 2016. The list also includes novelties from Chinese phone manufacturers.

1.Samsung Galaxy S7

• operating system: Android 6.0
• Number of sim cards: 2
• CPU: Samsung Exynos 8 Octa 8890 (8 cores)
• RAM (GB): 4
• Built-in memory (GB): 32
• Camera: 12 Mpx
• Screen (inch): 5.1
• Battery

Samsung does not stand still, continuing to develop the Galaxy line. Their new development is Galasy S7, if not best smartphone 2016, then the most popular in Russia for sure. The developers took into account the wishes of customers and in this model they returned the slot for memory cards. The camera has reduced the resolution, but significantly improved the quality of images obtained in low light. Thanks to the beveled edges of the back panel, the phone has become more comfortable in the hand.

A powerful octa-core processor and 4 gigabytes of RAM make this smartphone one of the most productive mobile phones of 2016. At the same time, the battery life is from one to two days, depending on the activity of use. Also, the device supports two standards wireless charging and power saving mode. And the fans the latest technologies Impressed by the ability to use the phone as a screen for glasses virtual reality. Plus: the developer claims that the smartphone is reliably protected from water.

2. Xiaomi Mi5

• operating system: Android 6.0
• Number of sim cards: 2
• CPU
• RAM (GB): 3
• Built-in memory (GB): 32
• Camera: 16 Mpx
• Screen (inch): 5.15
• Battery: 3000 mAh (Quick Charge 3.0, wireless charging)

This smartphone is often compared to the Samsung Galaxy S 7. They are indeed similar in many ways, starting with the use of glass as a cover, on both sides and rounded corners. This smartphone does not have a slot for memory cards, you will have to be content with 32, 64 or 128 GB, depending on the version. At the same time, Xiaomi Mi5 has high performance and successfully solves almost any task. But you will have to pay for this with frequent trips to the outlet, the phone battery lasts for a short time. But all the shortcomings fade due to the low cost of the phone. It will cost almost two times cheaper than its competitors with similar performance characteristics.

Low cost and high performance make this smartphone one of the most most best phones 2016, in terms of price-quality ratio.

3.LG G5

• operating system: Android 6.0
• Number of sim cards: 2
• CPU: Qualcomm MSM 8996 Snapdragon 820 (4 cores)
• RAM (GB): 4
• Built-in memory (GB): 32
• Camera: 16 Mpx
• Screen (inch): 5.3
• Battery: 2800 mAh (Quick Charge 3.0)

LG rightfully calls this phone modular. Unlike other smartphones, it has a removable battery. In addition, two modules can be purchased, one of which increases the battery capacity and, due to the location of the zoom and flash keys, will be convenient for creating a large number of photos. Another module will be of interest to music lovers, as it improves the quality of the reproduced sound up to 32 bits. On average, the charge on the phone lasts about 10 hours. It uses a rare type of USB and does not support wireless charging, which is not very convenient.

4.

• operating system: Android 6.0
• Number of sim cards: 2
• CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 (4 cores)
• RAM (GB): 4
• Built-in memory (GB): 32
• Camera: 12 Mpx
• Screen (inch): 5.2
• Battery: 3000 mAh (Quick Charge 3.0)

This model is a worthy representative among the new smartphones of 2016. In terms of performance, the NTS 10 is in no way inferior to the market leaders, and in some tests it even outperforms them. The filling is protected by a metal case that will withstand many falls, but you should not drop it on purpose . The 32 GB memory can be expanded with microSD cards. The smartphone boasts very high-quality sound. It is worth noting that the HTC 10 uses UltraPixel 2 technology. Thanks to this, during testing, the smartphone's camera showed the same results as the Samsung Galaxy S7. The disadvantages include the fact that the HTC 10 does not have water protection, as in some flagship models from other smartphone manufacturers. The price may be a little high, but in general, the mobile phone is powerful and functional and rightfully deserves a place in the top ten best smartphones for 2016.

5.

• operating system: Android 5.0
• Number of sim cards: 2
• CPU: Qualcomm MSM 8916 Snapdragon 410 (4 cores)
• RAM (GB): 2
• Built-in memory (GB): 16
• Camera: 13 Mpx
• Screen (inch): 5.5
• Battery: 5000 mAh

This device stands out primarily for its long operating time and low cost. That's why this model phone is one of the best smartphones of 2016 in terms of price-quality ratio. The ability to charge a smartphone once every few days will surprise many, because most manufacturers are chasing performance, forgetting that sockets are not found at every turn. The processor is not latest model and only 2 GB of RAM will not allow you to play games with advanced graphics or get high scores in performance tests. But they are quite enough for everyday tasks. Phone does not support fast charging, does not have an ultra-clear screen or sound High Quality. But it is well suited for a person who wants to stay in touch.

6.

• operating system: Android 6.0
• Number of sim cards: 2
• CPU: Huawei Kirin 955 (8 cores)
• RAM (GB): 3
• Built-in memory (GB): 32
• Camera: 12 Mpx
• Screen (inch): 5.2
• Battery: 3000 mAh

A distinctive feature of this smartphone is the presence of two main cameras at once, with optics from the legendary manufacturer of cameras Leica. This allows you to achieve high quality photos, despite the low resolution of the matrices. In addition available a large number of settings and shooting modes, making this camera an excellent choice for the avid photographer. Huawei P9 handles modern games well, and the 32 GB of memory can be expanded with microSD cards. A special coating allows you to quickly clean the phone from greasy prints. On average, the battery lasts for a day of work, and a full charge is carried out in 1.5 hours.

7.

• operating system: Android 6.0
• Number of sim cards: 2
• CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 (6 cores)
• RAM (GB): 3
• Built-in memory (GB): 32
• Camera: 23 Mpx
• Screen (inch): 5.2
• Battery: 2620 mAh

This smartphone will good choice for a person who wants to get good performance and many available features without overpaying for a well-known brand. Without a doubt, we can say that the Sony Xperia X is one of the best smartphones of 2016. The case is made of metal, unlike many modern smartphones, where glass is used on both sides. Performance is on par with models in price category from 30 thousand rubles, it is quite enough to solve everyday problems. camera with high resolution and differs from others in the presence of tracking autofocus, which predicts where the subject will be. Perhaps the main disadvantage is not too powerful battery which affects autonomy.

8.

• operating system: Android 6.0
• Number of sim cards: 2
• CPU: MediaTek Helio X25 (10 cores)
• RAM (GB): 4
• Built-in memory (GB): 32
• Camera: 21.16 Mpx
• Screen (inch): 5.2
• Battery: 2560 mAh (mCharge 3.0)

Since Meizu began its history with the production of MP3 players, the sound in this smartphone is better than that of the rest of the participants in the list. The screen has good viewing angles, which allows you to watch video in a large company. Performance is at a decent level. Meizu Pro 6 performs well both in games and when performing normal tasks, while there are no slowdowns. This is not surprising, because here the ten-core processor works with 4 GB of RAM. Such power, paired with a small capacity battery, affects autonomy. In normal use, the smartphone will last about a day. Meizu Pro 6 phone, thanks to its technical specifications and relatively low cost, is one of the best smartphones of 2016.

9.

• operating system: Windows 10 Mobile
• Number of sim cards: 2
• CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 212 (4 cores)
• RAM (GB): 1
• Built-in memory (GB): 16
• Camera: 8 Mpx
• Screen (inch): 5
• Battery: 2000 mAh

The only member of our list that uses Windows systems 10. It can scare away a small battery capacity, only 2000 mAh. But in this smartphone not the most powerful processor is used, plus the operating system is well optimized. So it is enough for not very active use for 2 days. And if desired, this period can be extended twice. The phone without "brakes" copes with everyday tasks and watching videos, if you do not run several applications at the same time. Its camera allows you to take good pictures. The quality of the reproduced sound is also on top.

10. Apple iPhone SE

• operating system: iOS 9
• Number of sim cards: 2
• CPU: Apple A9 (2 cores)
• RAM (GB): 2
• Built-in memory (GB): 16
• Camera: 12 Mpx
• Screen (inch): 4
• Battery: 1624 mAh

List of the most best models phones for 2016 would be incomplete without a smartphone from Apple. Its body is very similar to the body iPhone models 5s, but the filling has changed significantly. Modest dimensions make it easy to fit in your pocket, but the small four-inch screen will not be to everyone's liking. dual core processor combined with 2 GB of RAM easily solves all everyday tasks. You can safely browse the Internet with many open tabs, play the most latest games and watch videos. Models are available with 16 and 64 GB of memory, there is no slot for memory cards.

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