10 of the thinnest smartphones
No one likes it when a smartphone delays and sticks out a pocket. It does not look very nice, and it interferes in everyday activities. Therefore, we have compiled a rating of the 10 thinnest smartphones that can even be placed in a purse - and it will remain elegant.
Rating of the thinnest smartphones
| Nomination | a place | Name of product | price |
| Rating of the thinnest smartphones | 1 | Apple iPhone 8 Plus 256GB | 63 800 ₽ |
| 2 | Huawei P10 Dual SIM 4 / 64GB | 32 105 ₽ | |
| 3 | Oneplus 5 128GB | 33 550 ₽ | |
| 4 | Samsung Galaxy C7 Pro | - | |
| 5 | Sony Xperia XZ1 | 26 490 ₽ | |
| 6 | LG V30 + | 33 990 ₽ | |
| 7 | Huawei Nova 2 Plus 128GB | - | |
| 8 | Motorola Moto Z2 Play 64GB | 17 690 ₽ | |
| 9 | Xiaomi Mi6 128GB | 27 270 ₽ | |
| 10 | Meizu 15 Plus 6 / 64GB | 26 300 ₽ |
Apple iPhone 8 Plus 256GB
Rating: 4.9
Why he: Thickness 7.5 mm, top specifications.
Apple iPhone 8 Plus - the latest smartphone of the Cupertina company, running in a classic format. All the others are already “X-like”, with a distinctive design and the most powerful components, which turn out to be relatively “plump”. Apple iPhone 8 Plus, in turn, has a thickness of only 7.5 mm.
Other technical characteristics of the device are also excellent. The 5.5-inch IPS screen is made using Retina's proprietary technology, which makes it look impressive; a 12 + 12 megapixel camera takes amazing pictures, especially in portrait mode; And the internal drive, whose volume in the maximum configuration is 256 GB, is enough for all games, applications, photos and video.
At the same time, the smartphone is also light. It weighs only 202 grams, which is why the device really looks like a premium class - thin, almost weightless and stylish.
Virtues
- Premium design and features;
- High performance;
- High-quality screen;
disadvantages
- Glass back panel (collects scratches, prints, it is better not to drop);
- Camera with low aperture, optical stabilization on only one module;
- Thick frames around the screen, because of what the smartphone itself is quite large;
Huawei P10 Dual SIM 4 / 64GB
Rating: 4.8
Why he: Thickness 6.98 mm, Leica cameras.
Huawei P10 - one of the best smartphones for fans of mobile photography. The developers have put a lot of effort into the camera. Firstly, it consists of two modules of 20 + 12 MP, which are complemented by a laser autofocus and an optical stabilization system. Secondly, the German company Leica took part in the development of the camera and lenses. Finally, Huawei frequently releases software updates for photographic modules.
With the rest of the specifications, everything is also very good. The developers managed to place a powerful HiSilicon Kirin 960 processor in the case with a thickness of just 6.98 mm, which is supplemented with 4 GB of RAM. The internal drive in the “top” configuration has a capacity of 64 GB, memory cards are supported. The 5.1-inch IPS screen, covered with a protective glass Gorilla Glass 5, has FHD resolution. A 3200 mAh battery provides autonomy for the whole day and supports fast charging.
Virtues
- Supports 2 SIM cards;
- Camera with Leica optics;
- Good shoots in the dark;
disadvantages
- Unreliable oleophobic screen cover;
- No protection against dust and moisture;
- No stereo speakers;
Oneplus 5 128GB
Rating: 4.8
Why he: Thickness 7.25 mm, the most top characteristics at the time of release.
OnePlus 5 is a smartphone for those who want to "get more and pay less."Like other devices from this Sino-American manufacturer, it offers top components at one of the lowest prices in the rating. In particular, the hardware platform of this device is based on a Snapdragon 835 processor, which is supplemented by 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of constant maximum configuration. Camera - 16 + 16 MP, with optical stabilization and zoom.
One of the most attractive features of a smartphone is the screen. The 5.5-inch AMOLED matrix has FHD resolution and is distinguished by thin frames. In addition, it has a natural color rendering (which, however, can be switched to a saturated mode for those who like “close to acidic” shades).
In addition, in the case with a thickness of only 7.25 mm, the manufacturer managed to install a 3300 mAh battery, which provides autonomy for the whole day.
Virtues
- Great screen;
- High performance and high-quality camera;
- Support for gesture control on the Home button;
disadvantages
- The fingerprint scanner works 7-8 times out of 10;
- Low-key design;
- The back panel is scratched;
Samsung Galaxy C7 Pro
Rating: 4.8
Why he: Thickness 7 mm, very good technical characteristics.
Galaxy C7 Pro is one of the "experimental" smartphones of Samsung. The device has a non-standard for the manufacturer design, something reminiscent of the devices of the Japanese corporation Sony, good for the class of "top-middle" price and powerful "stuffing". In particular, the manufacturer was able to accommodate a productive proprietary processor, 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of internal storage and a 3300 mAh battery, which provides autonomy for the whole day, in a 7 mm thick case.
Also, the smartphone is equipped with a 5.1-inch FHD AMOLED-screen, supporting proprietary "feature" Always-On Display, and a single 16-megapixel camera. In general, the device is not flagship, but productive, stylish and beautiful.
Virtues
- Attractive design, not like the rest of the "remnants of" Samsung;
- High autonomy;
- One of the best in the ranking of combinations "price-performance";
disadvantages
- The camera periodically "soap";
- Fingerprint scanner works 6-7 times out of 10;
- Not in official sale in Russia - i.e. There are no authorized SCs and do not find suitable covers in offline stores;
Sony Xperia XZ1
Rating: 4.7
Why is it: Thickness 7.4 mm, screen with Bravia Engine support and waterproof construction.
Sony Xperia XZ1 - a smartphone for fans of multimedia and mobile photography. The Walkman Engine engine is responsible for the high-quality sound reproduction, the Bravia Engine technology is responsible for the brightness and saturation of the shades on the screen, and the camera has a resolution of 19 megapixels and can shoot slow-motion video at up to 960 frames per second.
In addition, being the flagship smartphone offers top specifications. The processor here is an eight-core Snapdragon 835 chip, 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of internal storage, memory cards are supported. The screen of the smartphone is a 5.2-inch IPS-matrix with a resolution of FHD.
And finally, the smartphone battery has a capacity of 2700 mAh - and it lasts for a working day with mixed use thanks to hardware-software optimization.
It is also worth noting that the smartphone runs in a dustproof and waterproof case, and its screen is covered with Gorilla Glass 5.
Virtues
- High performance;
- Fresh operating system;
- Excellent multimedia qualities, including sound from stereo speakers;
disadvantages
- Relatively small battery capacity;
- Slippery body;
- Poor equipment;
LG V30 +
Rating: 4.6
Why he: Thickness 7.39 mm, excellent screen.
LG V30 + is the second flagship of the Korean manufacturer of the sample in 2017, the first retail smartphone running Android 8.0 Oreo (not counting Google Pixel). But it is not only interesting. The LG V30 + company decided to bet on the sound. Therefore, the smartphone is equipped with a powerful speaker, a separate Hi-End class DAC, and the Bang & Olufsen headphones come with the device.
Technical characteristics of the device are also high. In a thin case (only 7.39 mm), the manufacturer managed to “shove” the top Snapdragon processor 835, supplement it with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB on the internal drive, as well as a 3200 mAh battery.The camera on the smartphone is dual, 16 + 13 MP, with the support of artificial intelligence.
We should also mention the screen. It has a diagonal of 6 inches, but due to the thin frames the smartphone does not look like a shovel. In addition, the display is based on OLED technology and has a resolution of 2880 × 1440 pixels.
Virtues
- The most "musical" smartphone in the ranking;
- Very thin frame around the screen, there is no “cut-bang”;
- Artificial intelligence camera;
disadvantages
- Inconvenient arrangement of the speaker and physical buttons;
- No stereo speakers;
- "Weak" front camera;
Huawei Nova 2 Plus 128GB
Rating: 4.5
Why he: Thickness 6.9 mm, low price, good technical characteristics.
Nova 2 Plus is one of Huawei’s top-class smartphones. Therefore, the device has a low price and is perfect for those who want to get a thin and stylish device, but are not ready to pay 2-3 salaries for it.
This is not to say that here they have "saved" something. The smartphone is equipped with a fairly nimble Kirin 659 processor, which is complemented by 2 GB of RAM and 128 GB on the internal drive. 3350 mAh battery provides up to two days of battery life. The main camera - dual, 12 + 8 MP, supports artificial intelligence to automatically select the shooting mode.
Also, the smartphone is equipped with an LTPS-screen with a diagonal of 5.5 inches and a resolution of FHD.
Virtues
- Good price-performance ratio;
- Frequent update of the operating system;
- Long battery life;
disadvantages
- Slippery glossy body;
- No optical stabilization;
- Thick frames around the screen;
Motorola Moto Z2 Play 64GB
Rating: 4.5
Why he: Thickness 5.99 mm, supports external modules.
Moto Z2 Play, like other flagships of the Motorola Z-series, is a modular smartphone. More precisely, it may well work on its own, but, if you want, you can always buy an accessory from the Moto Mods series. These are additional modules that extend the functionality of the device - speakers, batteries, projectors, cameras, and much more.
The rest of the device is quite standard for its class "top middle". The smartphone is equipped with a Snapdragon processor 626, which is complemented by 4 GB of "RAM" and an internal 64 GB drive with support for memory cards. Battery - 3000 mAh, provides up to 1.5 days of battery life in the mode of mixed use. The main camera is 12 MP. By the way, it is interesting that the device has a front flash.
Also, the smartphone is equipped with a 5.5-inch FHD-display, running on technology AMOLED.
Virtues
- One of the thinnest smartphones in the rating, only 5.99 mm;
- Fast and accurate fingerprint scanner;
- Supports external modules;
disadvantages
- Relatively average camera;
- Average performance;
- External modules are difficult to find on sale;
Xiaomi Mi6 128GB
Rating: 4.5
Why he: Thickness 7.5 mm, good performance and low price.
Xiaomi smartphones all differed significantly lower price than their counterparts. And in the flagships, the company also retained this marketing policy. Mi6 offers a truly top-end "stuffing" at a price comparable to the cost of middle-class devices from other manufacturers.
In particular, the Mi6 is equipped with a Snapdragon 835 processor, which is complemented by 6 GB of RAM and an internal drive of 128 GB. The built-in battery has a capacity of 3350 mAh, which provides 1-1.5 days of battery life in mixed use mode. The camera is double, at 12 + 12 MP.
Also, the smartphone is equipped with a 5.15-inch IPS-display with a resolution of FHD. Therefore, even despite the relatively thick frame around the screen, the device maintains a compact size.
Virtues
- Camera with double optical zoom;
- Fast and accurate fingerprint scanner;
- High performance;
disadvantages
- Strong binding to Mi services;
- Very slippery glass case;
- Unsuccessful in some scenes of camera software (for example, in portrait mode);
Meizu 15 Plus 6 / 64GB
Rating: 4.4
Why he: Thickness 7.25 mm and an excellent screen.
One of the main advantages of this smartphone is the screen. A display with ultra-thin side frames and no corners in the corners looks really futuristic. In addition, the screen is made by technology AMOLED, has a diagonal of 5.95 inches and a resolution of 2560 × 1440 pixels.
With the rest of the technical characteristics of the phone everything is, in principle, also not bad. Eight-core processor "top middle" class provides optimal performance and is supplemented by 6 GB of "RAM". Battery - 3500 mAh, enough for the whole day with a fairly active use. The main camera is double, 20 + 12 MP, with the support of artificial intelligence.
An interesting feature of the smartphone is unlocking face recognition. Of course, a fingerprint scanner is also available, however, thanks to the appearance definition, the use process becomes seamless and simpler.
Virtues
- One of the best screens in the ranking;
- Good sound thanks to a separate DAC;
- Excellent combination of price and features;
disadvantages
- Not enough contactless payment on NFC;
- There are false and premature face recognition;
- Strange company update policy
Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.
