Every year the phrase "flagship-smartphone" or "smartphone-flagship" is becoming more and more popular. Some users do not know what it means, so today we will reveal the secret.

Frankly, there is nothing to reveal here - the flagships are called the top (read - the best and most powerful models) smartphones of the company. For example, at the time of this writing top smartphones Samsung can be called Galaxy models S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge. They have installed best screens, the best "hardware", best camera… All the best! Therefore, these two smartphones are called flagship devices. Both at once, some users may ask? Yes, after all, in fact, these smartphones are copies of each other, with the exception of dimensions, curved glass, which is used in the Galaxy S7 Edge, and a number of other nuances.

Almost every company has flagships, although Apple until recently was an exception. After all, in fact, Apple released only one iPhone model, which was the flagship / only smartphone of the company. Then the 5c model saw the light, and some time later - the SE.

Flagship devices typically change generations once a year, with smartphones changing completely or only partially.

Surely each of us, studying information about a particular mobile phone, met the phrase "flagship smartphone". Lenovo K900, Apple iPhone 6S and many other models often refer to this term. At the same time, ordinary users do not always understand how such a mobile phone differs from others, what they should expect when purchasing categories.

In this article we will tell and analyze how it differs from simple devices. We will also give examples of phones that can definitely be called “flagships” and explain why.

The concept of "flagship"

The term itself, to which the article is devoted, originated from the phrase "flagship". This is how one of the ships that exercises command is characterized.

By analogy, this term, carried over to mobile market, may refer to one - the most prestigious, productive, expensive device. Thus, the company-developer claims: “This phone is the flagship. It is more powerful, faster and more convenient than all the others. " Buyers, in turn, can focus on such a model and make their choice either in favor of it, or another, cheaper device.

A review of smartphones shows that the flagship, as a rule, is produced in the form of some kind of unique technological solution and appears in the form of a novelty. This creates an artificial demand for this device... The tools for promoting such a phone include mass advertising campaign... How to find out what a flagship smartphone is in each specific line of devices, read on.

Criteria for evaluation

In fact, with the search criteria for the flagship model, everything is quite simple. More often than not, the manufacturer's price is a hint. After all, it is logical that the most advanced and powerful phone will also be the most expensive.

In addition to the price, attention should be paid to the technical parameters. This concept includes indicators such as the performance of a processor device, volume random access memory, the number of cores and their type), its life (this is affected by the battery capacity), the operating system and a number of other options. All this is indicated in the description for each phone - and according to these indicators, you can confidently identify the best flagships of smartphones.

You can guess which model is the flagship, and by the date of its release and presentation of the device. Of course, the most advanced, powerful and expensive phones- always new. Smartphone flagships are constantly being updated in order to diversify the range and, in addition, to stimulate additional sales. You don't have to go far for an example - take a look at Apple, which releases a new model every six months, creating a real sensation.

Who is cooler?

In fact, it is difficult to compare the flagships of smartphones and say which one is cooler. And the fact is that almost any most advanced phone is equipped with the most high-tech stuffing - a new processor, colorful display, strong battery and an advanced wear-resistant casing. Due to this, each such device is “the best”. Therefore, the difference between those of them that are released in the same period of time (say, in the interval of 1-2 months) lies solely in the company that developed it, and in its vision " perfect smartphone”. In all other respects, almost all flagships are the same.

Marketing

True, there is another point of view regarding this issue. Some market analysts mobile devices argue that the very concept that we are talking about in the article does not exist. They explain what a flagship smartphone is by the fact that it is a marketing decision to “promote” one specific model in every possible way. In fact, they take a phone with strong characteristics and high-quality (according to the developers) design and begin to actively advertise. For this, of course, it is called the "flagship" to show that this is the best that a user can get.

If you look at this category of phones from this point of view, then you really should conduct a review of the flagships - smartphones, positioned as “the coolest” by their manufacturer.

Characteristic

In order for the user to understand more about the flagships, within the framework of the article we will conduct short review some of the more famous models. All of them are widely advertised in the media and various reviews, and some have been in the limelight for more than a year. Thus, a review of smartphones in this category will give us the opportunity to compare them and, perhaps, even choose the best one.

Apple iPhone 6S

Of course, we'll start with the world famous iPhone. This phone is considered to be the best in the world in all categories, and it is the embodiment of simply the most advanced technology available to mankind.

But this is not the case. The device is certainly good, but it is also “just a phone”. The device is powered by the A9 processor, which has two cores. Despite their small number (as it may seem to users of Android-gadgets), the phone shows simply wonders of performance. In addition to speed, it also allows you to enjoy impeccable design (sleek shapes, brushed metal, iOS 9 graphics) and useful options like unlocking the screen with Touch ID.

What is there to describe - the iPhone is the most popular device, despite its high price in relation to other phones. Obviously for a reason.

Sony Xperia Z3 + DS

Apple isn't the only one with its own cool phones... Take Sony, for example. The flagship smartphone in its lineup is the Xperia Z3 + DS. Although the device is built on Android and does not have an apple logo on the back cover, it costs a little less than the iPhone. Ask why this is so?

Well, we won't talk about the design for a long time - and it is so clear that the device is presented in a beautiful, framed metal case, which is pleasant to hold in your hand. In addition, there is a powerful eight nuclear processor(every 4 cores are clocked at 1.5 GHz and 2 GHz). This device will definitely not hang, slow down or buggy, so be sure!

Further, we can mention the complete waterproofness of the case - if you drop your Sony into a puddle, you should not panic. There is also a powerful 20MP camera and a colorful Triluminos Display for viewing photos in the best quality.

Again, since this is a flagship, the price goes up to $ 800.

Lg g4

Another interesting Android model is developed by LG. It retails for the same price as the previous phone and costs around $ 800. At the same time, the phone has its own advantages, the most obvious of which is its design. It can be seen that the developers did their best to create the concept of a “phone for the successful”. In particular, the leather insert on the rear panel looks interesting, and even pleasant to the touch.

In addition to it, you can point to a high-quality screen with a display with a density of 543 pixels per inch. This is a lot - the quality of the image on the device matches the quality of the image on the leaflets that are distributed to you near the metro.

The performance of the model is also at the level - 6 cores with a clock frequency of 1.6 GHz allow you not to worry about system requirements before launching another colorful game.

Also, according to customer reviews, the phone has an excellent build, a high-performance camera with a resolution of 16 megapixels and a laser autofocus function. Rest assured that the gadget takes the best pictures you can imagine on a device of this class. Look at the LG G4 and you will understand

Samsung

Of course, the Korean corporation Samsung also has a flagship device. It is about the model, the presentation of which took place shortly before the writing of the article. What's remarkable about Samsung phones- so this is the positioning of each of the presented versions of devices as the "best" in one class or another. For example, A7 is the best in this moment in the "budget flagship smartphones" category (since it only costs about $ 400).

There is also the Galaxy S6 (we already mentioned it at the very beginning of the article). This device will cost almost $ 1,100, as it is equipped even better than the same iPhone 6S. Let's say here is set Super AMOLED display in size in 5.1 inches with a high-quality picture, the pixel density of which is 577 ppi.

There is also a super-powerful eight-core processor (4 cores with a clock frequency of 1.5 GHz and 2.1 GHz). In addition, the developers paid special attention to the design of the device, the materials from which the phone is made.

Finally, another flagship device from the Koreans - Samsung Note Edge. It also has strong characteristics, but is presented in a different class of gadgets - with a 5.6-inch display (like the A7, but more expensive).

In fact, the Korean giant is trying to fill all the niches at once, presenting phones in different classes. We can judge about this at least by the number of devices produced by the company on a regular basis. Samsung has several dozen models that are constantly being updated and replaced with newer ones. There is a constant rotation in which you can see the flagships.

Lenovo P90

Not all “top-end” devices are offered at the highest possible price. There is, for example, the Chinese flagship of smartphones, which was released by Lenovo. This is the P90 model, priced at $ 400. The device is equipped with powerful cameras (13 and 5 megapixels), a quad-core processor from Intel, a colorful display operating on Full HD technology.

Together with a 4000 mAh battery, the phone offers the user exactly the set that is necessary for basic tasks. Both the functionality and the performance of the model make it an indispensable assistant in any situation.

HTC One M9

HTC also recently unveiled its flagship, the One M9. It will cost the buyer more than the previously presented phone - $ 900. But the device has an even more powerful “heart” (4 cores with a clock frequency of 2 GHz, and 4 - with 1.5 GHz), a high-quality 20-megapixel camera, a memory card slot, and a 2840 mAh battery. These technical parameters make the device very convenient and “nimble” in everyday use.

As for additional options, they include an attractive metal case(built on the "tiered" principle), on the camera lens, magnetic sensor and more.

However, as for this flagship, the reviews about it are not the most flattering. There are a lot of comments that the device is heating up, or that it has a crookedly glued lens glass. Of course, such defects should not be on best device lineup.

Huawei Ascend Mate7

Another Chinese manufacturer, Huawei, also has a flagship. The company is releasing the Ascend Mate7, a business smartphone priced at $ 550-600. The device, like the ones described above, is offered with an 8-core processor capable of switching between cores during the execution of tasks. This ensures maximum performance.

As for additional options, here is available, for example, the ability to unlock the screen by touching the back cover of the device. The thing is that a special sensor is installed on it, capable of accurately reading data about the user's fingerprint. Decent response to the sensor on Home button(like iPhone and Samsung).

conclusions

In this article, we have described some of the most common top-end device models on the market. As you can see, they all have advanced technical stuffing presented in the form of a powerful processor, quality cameras and a display, a capacious battery. Also, which is typical, in the “flagships” they also rely on additional options. For example, this is the design of the device, its ergonomics, interface, some functions that make everyday operations that we carry out with a smartphone easier and more accessible.

In fact, the flagship differs from an ordinary device only in the set of these very "additions" and, of course, in the level of performance. If you need a phone for some more mundane purposes - communication and banal surfing on the net, then it is not necessary to purchase a “top” model either. And, on the contrary, if you want to get the best copy of those that are present in the lineup from the manufacturer, in order to work with the most productive and stylish device, take the "flagship" - you will not regret it.

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2017 flagship smartphones

A review of the TOP-15 flagship models of the year is dedicated to devices from eminent, and just beginning to gain popularity, manufacturers.

As you can see from the list of devices, most of them are Chinese gadgets.

If 10 years ago chinese phone was associated with a fake of a popular original or a faceless device up to 2-3 thousand rubles, today it is a high-tech and in its own way individual devices that not only have no resemblance to popular models, but are also largely considered their killers in terms of power and design.

In this review, you will learn about 15 models that can be safely called the best on the market that were presented in 2017.

The killer of the flagship smartphones of 2018, which burst into the second half of this year, is rightfully recognized as the Honor 9 phone model.

Since summer sales, this phone has received over 80% of user approvals. The device is manufactured from the already famous brand Huawei.

It includes not only a stylish ceramic case with a special protective coating, but also a flagship filling, which, according to the test results, is significantly ahead of other devices.

Specifications

In addition, the device has 2 main cameras instead of one.

Summing up, therefore, the gadget can be concluded that the company has diligently developed the device, which is what it says powerful processor own development as well as a ceramic body and 18 layers of tempered glass.

Per price segment up to 30 thousand rubles, it is rare to find an android device that would not only look attractive and unusual, but also have powerful hardware and a high-quality camera.

Price

The flagships of smartphones in 2018 are also complemented today by the brand, which traces its history of mobile gadgets since the early 2000s.

And today the Asus company never ceases to amaze users with its technological innovations.

The brand went down in history as the first company that, at the beginning of the 2000s, was ready to launch on the market a budget model of a tablet and a smartphone together with Acer.

As a result, after a new appearance on the market, this brand decided to continue its history of an innovator and experimenter and created a model that, in addition to good performance and unusual design, has a number of innovations that cannot be found in other flagship smartphones, which ensured the place of this mobile phone in the review.

Specifications

Motorola is the first flagship to use systems such as the presence of three microphones.

This makes the conversation on the phone very clear.

The company also decided to introduce systems for changing the rear panels. The body of the model itself is completely made of durable aluminum alloy.

but back cover 1 millimeter thick can be changed using a special mount. Model covers are also included.

Instead of them there may be additional components in the form of a projector or a second battery of the device.

Such innovations significantly distinguish the model from the monitored ones.

One more chinese smartphone The flagship killer of 2018 is Meizu models.

For many years the company has been presenting many interesting new products that have already become leaders in the sales market more than once.

The latest model surprises with its innovations. So the company decided to make changes to back panel and make it more functional to use.

Inspired by the results of the Yota company, Meizu introduced not a monochrome, but a liquid crystal display with a touch control sensor.

Such a screen allows users not only to display notifications and flip through tracks while listening to the playlist, but also to take high-quality selfies in portrait mode.

Specifications

• Support for Android systems version 7 - x;
• Eight-core processor with a clock frequency of 1.6 to 2.4 GHz;
• Duplicated GPU;
• The amount of RAM is 4 gigabytes;
• High-quality screen from Samsung with a diagonal of 5.2 inches;
• Safety glass;
• Active fingerprint scanner;
• Two main cameras, 12 megapixels each;
• 16 megapixels front-camera;
• Battery capacity 3500 mAh.

The model is available in three colors - red, black, gold. It is made of a special aluminum alloy.

Price

An interesting model that was designed to deliberately bypass such world hits as the iPhone 7 and Samsung Galaxy C7.

Therefore, the model has many external and internal similar features, which in many respects are even higher than those of the device developers themselves.

The model is attractive for its metal on the back and ceramic on the front side of the case.

The screen of the device is completely covered with a protective layer.

There are no active control buttons on the front panel. Instead, they are replaced with sensory ones.

The fingerprint scanner is located on the back, directly below the camera.

Many users at first could not get used to such an exotic location of the reading sensor, but over time it was noted that such an arrangement is even more comfortable.

Specifications

• Protective screen 5.5 inches;
• Ten-core processor with a clock speed of 2.1 gigahertz per core;
• Powerful graphics accelerator;
• Support for the latest generation Android systems;
• 64 gigabytes of own memory.

With such a serious performance filling, the model weighs only 175 grams. NS

Users are provided with a large color palette and many various devices and gadgets that can be easily synchronized with this model.

Price

Continued stylish series flagship.

Nova 2 became interesting device which has a large number of color styles and a more elaborate design compared to the previous model.

Specifications

• Body material aluminum alloy and protective glass;
• Support for Android operating systems of the 7th generation and above;
• Support for all modern networks and types of communication;
• Eight-core processor with a core clock frequency of 1.4 to 2.3 GHz;
• 4 gigabytes of RAM;
• Own memory 64 gigabytes;
• Latest generation graphics accelerator;
• Screen size 5 inches;
• Special oleophobic coating;
• Front camera 8 megapixels;
• The battery capacity of the gadget is 2950 mAh.

The powerful stuffing of the model allows it to work in multitasking mode.

With its lightness and subtlety, the smartphone can hold a battery charge up to 48 hours.

For a low price, the user receives stylish gadget with productivity for several years ahead.

Price

This year, the young Wileyfox decided to compete with established companies in the mobile market.

If a few years ago its devices could not be called flagships, in any way, today it is not just a full-fledged modern smartphone, and a gadget with excellent performance and high quality.

Specifications

• Operating system Android 6.1;
• Eight-core 1.6 GHz processor;
• 2 gigabytes of RAM;
• Screen diagonal 5 inches;
• Screen protector;
• Main camera 12 megapixels;
• 8 megapixel front camera;
• Support for micro memory cards;
• Fingerprint scanner;
• The battery is 2700 mAh.

Price

Chinese flagships of smartphones in 2018, which have become popular all over the world and have a large number of positive reviews, complements the model from the company.

The device, especially in black, vaguely resembles the Apple iPhone 7 Plus mobile phone.

However, this is only outwardly, inside there are cardinal differences, which are much better than the popular American brand.

Specifications

• The body is made of laminated glass;
• Installed system Android 7.1;
• Support for 2 SIM cards;
• Eight-core 2.2 GHz processor per core;
• Built-in memory 128 gigabytes;
• RAM 6 gigabytes;
• Screen diagonal 5.5 inches;
• Front camera 8 MP;
• Rear camera 12 MP;
• Battery 3350 mAh.

The model comes in a wide range of colors. The sophisticated design makes it attractive for both guys and girls.

Price

It recently went on sale and the first batch sold out in just 3 minutes.

The excitement caused a new breakthrough in face identification and completely, which, in addition, does not have any keys on the front panel, even touch ones.

Specifications

• Quad-core processor with a clock speed of 2.4 GHz;
• Own graphics processor;
• The amount of RAM is 3 gigabytes;
• Own memory up to 256 gigabytes;
• Operating room iOS system 11;
• Display diagonal 5.8 inches
• Main camera 12 megapixels;
• Front camera 7 megapixels;
• Fingerprint scanner;
• The battery is 2990 mAh.

Everything about this mobile phone is great except for one thing - its price. In many technologies used in the gadget, it is ahead of its competitors for a whole year.

The face recognition system will appear at them not earlier than in a year, and maybe even longer.

Price

IPhone X Unboxing

Distinguishes the model from all previous ones with an unusual case and a limited edition.

The device came out at the end of September and has shown itself to be excellent in the market.

Technical characteristics

• Android 7.1 version;
• Display diagonal 5.5 inches;
• RAM 8GB;
• Built-in memory of 128 gigabytes;
• Eight-core processor with a clock speed of up to 2.45 GHz;
• Slot for 2 SIM cards;
• Main and front cameras 16 megapixels each;
• The volume of the battery is 3300 mAh.

While there is little overlap with the design of the iPhone series, the OnePlus 5 has many individual advantages.

Its high performance and excellent quality materials have eliminated quite a few competitors in the flagship market.

Price

OnePlus 5 review: sound, performance, autonomy, network and camera again

Lg g6

Another one interesting novelty from a Korean manufacturer in 2017.

The model is made in a stylish ceramic case and has excellent technical data allowing you to consider it in this top.

Specifications

• Product materials metal frame ceramics glass;
• OS Android 7.0;
• Four-core processor at 2.4 GHz per core;
• 4 gigabytes of RAM;
• 64 gigabytes of own memory;
• Slot for memory cards up to 2 terabytes;
• 13 megapixels main camera;
• 8 megapixel front camera;
• The volume of the battery is 3300 mAh.

Specifications

• Body material aluminum alloy;
• Operating system Android version 6;
• Quad-core processor;
• Powerful video accelerator;
• RAM 4 gigabytes;
• Own memory 64 gigabytes;
• 5.15-inch screen;
• Rear camera 12 megapixels;
• Front camera 4 megapixels;
• Battery capacity 3200 mAh.

If you need an inexpensive and powerful phone, then this model will be an excellent solution for many users.

Price

Xiaomi Mi5s - 2 months of use

The arms race in the smartphone market is an exciting process that leaves few people indifferent. In recent years, the presentations of such giants as Apple or Samsung have become central events in the cultural life of all mankind, and how tomorrow will look depends on their outcome.

In order to keep up with the course of history, we have collected and analyzed the most significant models of the most famous brands today and present to your judgment the flagships of smartphones of 2018-2019, which will surprise you a lot if you have not updated your mobile device for a long time.

No. 10 - Meizu Pro 7

Price: 32,000 rubles

Ever since the market mobile phones was once and for all changed by the appearance the first iPhone, the theme of design was largely removed from the agenda. No, of course, every year the gadgets became more and more perfect, they fit an increasingly incredible screen into a compact body, experimented with colors and materials, but in general, we haven't seen anything fundamentally new for a long time. Meizu developers decided to break the calm and released a device with a second screen on the rear panel, which sparked ongoing discussions about whether this makes a practical sense or whether the Chinese engineers were just trying to stand out from the competition.

Well, it turned out to stand out, but not only by the display. Chinese flagships of smartphones in 2018-2019 ceased to look like amusing imperfections, in Meizu Pro 7 high-performance iron is matched with stylish design and stunning ergonomics, the quality of the dual camera module does not leave you indifferent, and the sound is not inferior to many players. In general, the model is extremely interesting and worth the money.

No. 9 - Nubia Z17

Price: 28,000 rubles

An excellent device from a brand that is not yet very well-known in Russia. Working for latest version operating system Android, Z17 offers top-end hardware for quite reasonable money, namely the eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998 2450 MHz with the Adreno 540 graphics accelerator, maximum settings, as well as 4 gigabytes of operational and 64 internal memory- very good.

Although the cost of the phone is less than that of the flagships of other companies, the device from Nubia has a full range of the most advanced technologies and functions, the owner of the phone has NFC at its disposal, great cameras, high-quality protection against moisture and dust and much more.

No. 8 - Xiaomi Mi6

Price: 28,000 rubles

The Xiaomi brand, which has earned incredible popularity in Russia, has so many different lines of its smartphones that it is not so easy to choose which model is the flagship. The best hardware available on the market provides the gadget with a considerable margin of safety - games will not appear soon, which will not have enough resources at the disposal of the phone. The display of the novelty deserves special attention - the Chinese engineers decided to leave experiments with the aspect ratio and framelessness for other models, and in Mi6 they implemented many unique technologies that are responsible for matching the picture to the wishes of the owner of the device.

Fast, extremely autonomous and very effective, Xiaomi Mi6 broke into the sales leaders in the domestic market as soon as it appeared in the public domain. If you are a longtime fan of the brand - you already know everything, but if you are still skeptical - it's time to try and see for yourself the quality of Xiaomi products.

# 7 - OnePlus 5T

Price: 36,000 rubles

Nicely made noise this year, the smartphone, which seriously shaken the position of the permanent market leaders in the person of Samsung and Apple. The filling is the best, the AMOLED display with a diagonal of six inches has practically no frames and looks truly impressive, the main dual camera module shows results no worse than top-end camera phones. High quality and deep sound, everything you need wireless interfaces, excellent autonomy with modest dimensions - claims to this smartphone this year were much less than to competitors.

The main and only drawback of the device is the strange policy of Russian retailers, who set the price one and a half times higher than that of Chinese and foreign stores. If online shopping isn't a dark forest for you, then purchasing the OnePlus 5T could be yours best buy in the outgoing year.

# 6 - Sony Xperia XZ Premium

Price: 48,000 rubles

The Russian buyer has always had a special attitude towards Sony's products, and therefore, despite the ever-inflated price, Sony smartphones Xperia has consistently had a high share of sales. With the Xperia XZ Premium, everything is not so simple, yes, if you are looking for a phone with powerful camera, then, as before, proprietary Sony equipment shows impressive results, the Cyber ​​Shot camera is quite capable of replacing a camera and a camcorder even if you are a very demanding photography lover, but otherwise there are questions.

The design is made in a classic style, so fans of the brand will not be disappointed, but for the rest the model may seem seriously outdated. The hardware is top-notch, but many competitors show better performance on the same hardware. The sound is traditionally good, but the volume could have been increased, but the screen did not disappoint. A masterpiece for Sony fans and a controversial flagship for the rest.

Sony Xperia XZ Premium

# 5 - HTC U11

Price: 36,000 rubles

This manufacturer has once lost its leading position and the reason for this is clear on the example of this flagship. Everything in it is made at a solid solid level, they did not save on hardware either, but the smartphone does not have a single one that distinguishes it from competitors strong point... Is iron the strongest and well optimized? Yes, but all representatives have the same of this list, and some squeeze more out of it. Is the display high-quality and shows a wonderful picture? Yes, but HTC U11 looks modest against the background of huge diagonals and full framelessness.

The camera pleases, not possessing its own unique equipment HTC were able to achieve excellent results thanks to software improvements, but many still shoot just as well. In other words, we have an excellent smartphone before us, but it is unlikely that someone other than long-term fans of the brand will decide to buy it.

No. 4 - LG V30

Price: 48,000 rubles

The new flagship from the South Korean manufacturer was really able to encroach on the seemingly unshakable domination of Samsung and Apple, the phone has already spent enough time in the public domain and has not caused any complaints until now. The screen looks the best on the market, and the minimal bezels and picture quality amaze even advanced users. The performance is quite competitive with the same iPhone X, which costs almost 30,000 rubles more, and besides, it has a lot of complaints from buyers.

Another aspect where the V30 is arguably the best device on the market today is sound. No one else has such depth and quality today, and all thanks to a separate sound processor, which has no analogues among mobile devices. A very strong model that will remain a priority for many buyers until the release of the next generation from Samsung.

No. 3 - Huawei Mate 10 Pro

Price: 39,000 rubles

The new flagship from Huawei amazed the community not only with the highest characteristics of the filling and even more advanced functionality of the proprietary shell, but also relied on the development of neural networks, which other manufacturers still handle very carefully. Artificial intelligence in the description of the gadget it is not mentioned for a catchphrase, its activity invisibly accompanies you while using the smartphone constantly, it is especially successful in coping with tasks related to photo and video shooting.

The device not only surprises with its innovative designs, but also with dignity withstands comparisons with flagships from other giants, the performance shown in various benchmarks is not inferior to either Samsung or Apple.

Huawei Mate 10 Pro

# 2 - Samsung Galaxy Note 8

Price: 54,000 rubles

Despite the fact that almost a year has passed since the release of this model, it has not lost its relevance and to this day leads various tops of sales. Of course, this is not the least due to the popularity of the brand, but the technical relevance of the smartphone is striking - for a whole year we have not seen anything superior in performance Galaxy Note 8 devices, and there is no need to talk about the design - every second Chinese company sees it as their duty to release a model that exactly copies this flagship.

Of course, this device has only a few weeks to live as a flagship, at the end of January the South Korean company promises to present a new generation of mobile devices, but we have probably not had such a long dominance of one model until now.

Samsung Galaxy Note 8

# 1 - iPhone X

Price: 79,000 rubles

Completes our rating best flagships smartphones 2018-2019, which caused a lot of noise in the fall, a novelty from Apple. This year, the company presented two new models at once, and the iPhone X went on sale a little later, and therefore the excitement around was unthinkable. Whether the expectations were justified is difficult to judge, the amount of technical defects, unusual for a manufacturer, caused a wave of indignation from buyers around the world, who stood in queues for several days to purchase the device.

If we close our eyes to this, then the iPhone once again amazed everyone with the ability to squeeze the maximum out of not the most perfect hardware, new innovative ideas implemented on the basis of the proprietary shell, as well as pricing - we have never seen such expensive mass-produced smartphones. Almost a year remains before the release of the next generation, and therefore all the main tests for the brand are still ahead, the fate of the mobile device market will largely depend on how it will withstand them.

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