Rating of the best smartphones under 4000 rubles for 2022

The process of choosing a smartphone from the lower price segment is not much different from choosing among expensive models. Naturally, not too wide budgetary limits impose significant restrictions, but the technical characteristics, subject to careful analysis, will remain the same. Below we consider the best smartphones under 4000 rubles.

Technical components

Screen

For budget models, it is the display that is unlikely to play a special role in the choice - here everything will depend on the personal preferences of the owner. Nevertheless, the larger its size, the more comfortable it is to read e-books, watch videos, and engage in mobile gaming on a smartphone. If we turn to the technical side of the issue, then in budget models, the manufacturer likes to use two common technologies - “IPS-ny” and “amoledny”. The first is considered more advanced in terms of technology and does not heavily burden the organs of vision, while giving out a good color gamut. However, the consumption of the battery when using it is very high. The second one displays faded colors, and its contrast level, on the contrary, is high. Together, these features save battery power considerably.

RAM and internal memory

Internal memory is responsible for saving various downloaded games and applications, and for storing documents - from text files to video with sound. To work with Internet browsers and to save small text documents, even 4 GB will be enough. Large games and long audio-video recordings will require 8 gigabytes of space already. Full-fledged mobile gaming, whose games are almost indistinguishable from console or computer games - from 32 GB and above.

IMPORTANT! If you intend to use high-quality and long videos and their subsequent editing, then it is easier to expand the internal memory with an additional module up to 128 GB.

"RAM" is needed to work (load) temporarily running programs and open documents.If the user expects to work only with instant messengers and browsers, then the size of 512 bytes will be sufficient. The volume that will be needed to run office editors and most games will require 2 gigabytes already. Shooting and processing high-quality photo-video and sound begin with a requirement of at least 4 gigabytes or more.

Ergonomic body

Due to the fact that in modern gadgets most of the body is occupied only by the screen, it is precisely its dimensions that determine the entire size of the smartphone. The latest trends are models with an aspect ratio of 18 to 9 with a diagonal of 5.5 inches. Also, you can still find samples with an aspect ratio of 16 by 9 with a diagonal of 5 inches. Models, of course, are large, it is difficult to place them in a breast pocket, but they give a fairly high-quality picture and fit comfortably in your hand. If we talk about 4-inch models, then holding them in the palm of your hand is considered very convenient, but the image size there leaves much to be desired. On such budget models, it is unlikely that it will be possible to work productively with any office document. From this it is clear that the choice again stands between convenience and productivity.

Control Chipset

In the modern world, comparing the smartphone element in question by the number of gigahertz (clock frequency) and the number of installed cores in chipsets simply does not make sense. These performance parameters of the physical components of the smartphone can be easily increased by the work of special programs. This includes the expansion of the cache, and the use of special commands and algorithms, and the like. The easiest way is to test the selected model on an artificial benchmark (indicator program), which will show the performance in specific units.The most common and accurate such benchmark is considered to be "ANTUTU", however, for any model, the verification method should always be the same. Approximate results might look like this:

1. 75 thousand units - the minimum required for Internet surfing and voice communications;
2. 100 thousand units - it is already possible to play mobile games here, but only at the minimum graphic settings;
3. 150 thousand units - on such devices it will be possible to make a relatively good audiovisual recording;
4. 250 thousand units is an indicator for a multi-functional expensive smartphone model.

operating system

Today, even on inexpensive smartphones, it is quite possible to find the latest version of the Android OS. It will be able to work with most applications, constantly updated in terms of privacy and security. However, version 9.0 has become more widespread, which differs from the latter only in minor omissions in the field of interface settings and is a little less economical in relation to battery charge. Nevertheless, if you try, you can find some analogues of the latest version of Android, which are produced by individual companies:

• ONEUI from Samsung - characterized by a light and minimalistic interface, can quickly load the desired programs and applications, including contacts and data search on the Internet;
• MIUI from Xiaomi - you can set it to automatically change the desktop theme, it has a convenient and intuitive control center, it has the ability to expand access rights for authorized users;
• MagicUI from Onor - this interface is able to create application clones, has convenient performance and power consumption settings;
• Realme - has advanced security settings, implements an advanced battery saving mode, has integrated DVR and car computer modes;
• Oppo Color OS - is characterized by a bright design of the user interface, its menu is quite simple, there is a voice assistant with the ability to set working scripts (scripts).

Battery

In the modern world, the volume of batteries for a smartphone is also not a special indicator. The main thing is how to spend this amount wisely. For example, for the sake of a long time of using a smartphone without unnecessary recharging, you simply need not to load the gadget with tasks that require special energy consumption. These include watching videos, mobile toys, and listening to long audio files. Standard example: if a smartphone has a 3000 mAh battery and is used exclusively for voice communication, then it will easily last 2.5 days without recharging. If you play games from morning to evening, then even a capacious 5000 mAh battery will be discharged in 6 hours. With regard to budget mobile phones, their battery should stably withstand 1.5-2 days without recharging - it will simply be impossible to run energy-intensive applications on them, so the owners of cheap gadgets practically do not have to deal with issues of constant recharging.

Wireless connections

Today, the simplest smartphone and even ordinary push-button phones easily support the LTE / 4G network, which is quite enough for Russian open spaces. The thing is that 5G was recently launched in the Russian Federation, and then only in test mode, and then only in certain areas of both capitals.Therefore, the issue of connecting to the mobile Internet at ultra-high speeds, and even more so for budget gadgets, is not particularly acute.

Any normal smartphone with a price of up to 4000 rubles should be able to make the following connections without wires:

• Navigation - it will be enough to support a single range of GLONASS or GPS systems (the latter option will be very common). If you try to find a model with two ranges, then it will better position its coordinates even in a city crowded with high-rise buildings.
• NFC CHIP - it provides wireless communication between the gadget and the payment terminal. Today, this technology is available to some budget devices.
• Bluetooth - with this system, you can establish a connection with an external peripheral device - from headphones to another smartphone.
• WI-FI is a widespread data transmission system that can be used to both receive and transmit information to neighboring devices.

cameras

The experience of previous generations, when today's standard camera functions were still a novelty, shows that several cameras on a device are the norm, and the optimal set should consist of:

• Main camera wide angle;
• The second chamber with an increased width of the corner;
• Camera with optical zoom.

This kit can already be found not only in flagship models, but also in budget ones, however, the quality of their shooting, of course, will differ. However, in models costing up to 4000 rubles, it is unlikely to find a multi-lens option.

In general, if you buy a smartphone to work with multimedia images, to take photos or videos, then a budget gadget will absolutely NOT be the choice you need.

The main advantages of budget smartphones

1. Cost - their price is several times less than that of expensive models from well-known manufacturing companies;
2. Comfort of operation - almost anyone who is more or less familiar with modern technology will be able to deal with the use;
3. Easy recoverability - damage or loss of such a smartphone will not become a big financial burden, due to the low cost of such equipment.

Usually, models up to 4,000 rubles are purchased for elderly relatives. They have the entire minimum set of functions that an elderly person may need. The installed cameras will allow you to capture nature quite large and relatively high quality, and in some cases, a smartphone can be used as a small TV. Moreover, the budget options are distinguished by an enhanced flash, which can always be used as a flashlight.

Basic selection parameters

Before going to the store itself, you should decide for what immediate purposes a budget gadget is purchased:

• To view Internet content;
• For video filming and photography;
• Simple telephone connection;
• For mobile games and multimedia viewing.

Based on the purpose of the destination, then you can already begin to select other characteristics - processor power, display diagonal, number and resolution of cameras, sound integration and battery capacity.It is worth noting that today's market will quite allow you to purchase a device with a price of up to 4000 rubles, which will provide the widest functionality. Nevertheless, expensive models will always be ahead in terms of shooting quality and the number of cameras, processor power and the purity of the output sound. At the same time, the budget sample will always consume less energy, so you can be sure that their battery will last for a longer period than the flagship models.

Manufacturers of cheap smartphones

As an analysis of the current market of budget smartphones shows, there are fairly well-known manufacturers producing inexpensive, but high-quality models:

• Huawei is an old-timer of the Chinese high-tech equipment market, producing good quality budget equipment;
• Samsung is another Asian concern that produces special cheap lines without sacrificing quality;
• BQ - this manufacturer is located in China, but has a Russian origin in smartphone manufacturing technologies. Managed to prove itself well in the economy class;
• Philips - this world-famous manufacturer today is trying to focus on the middle and lower segments, and is more focused on the mass consumer, but at the same time does not lower the quality and functionality of its products;
• VVK - this manufacturer is trying to insert advanced technologies even into cheap models;
• SONY is another well-known brand that specifically produces cheap devices with limited functionality, but with good quality;
• Alcatel is a veteran of French mobile communications, always focusing on the cheap and medium segment;
• Meizu is one of the leaders in the use of high-quality OS in low-cost models;
• Xiaomi - the low price of devices from this Chinese brand completely borders on the use of the latest technologies.

Rating of the best smartphones under 4000 rubles for 2022

Models up to 3000 rubles

3rd place: "Irbis SP402 Black"

This model is presented in the form of a monoblock, whose body is made of reinforced plastic. A Li-Ion battery with a total capacity of 1400 milliamps is used as a power source, which provides 3 hours of continuous talk or 180 hours of standby time. The MTK 6580 chipset delivers sufficient performance, even if several programs are running on the gadget at once. The basic camera with 5 megapixels allows you to take fairly high-quality photos for amateur purposes. If you intend to work with large files, then the amount of internal memory can be expanded up to 32 GB (inserting a MicroSD module). On the display with a diagonal of 4 inches, it is convenient to view and work with both multimedia and text information. The wireless connection is via Bluetooth 4.0, and the GPS system will allow you to use the device as a navigator. Price - 2090 rubles.

• Expandable internal memory;
• The battery can be replaced;
• Optimal performance.

• The default software does not have a file manager.

2nd place: "Vertex Impress Luck 3G Gold"

An inexpensive model in a lightweight and minimalist case, which is characterized by high-quality assembly. On the case, you can clearly feel the “Soft-Touch” type coating, which is responsible for ensuring that the phone does not slip out of the palm of your hand.The screen has a diagonal of 5 inches, assembled on an "IPS" matrix, which means extended viewing angles, while the picture is displayed with natural color reproduction. There are two integrated cameras - 5 megapixels are designed for shooting photos / videos, 2 megapixels - for making a video call. The model has an MTK 6580 chipset, RAM is 1 GB, and internal memory is 8 GB. It is possible to expand the latter up to 32 GB using a memory card. The smartphone, although running Android 6.0, is capable of playing most modern applications. There is a special access to the GooglePlay service, which is carried out through a special program "Marshmallow". Price - 2899 rubles.

• Special access to the electronic store;
• The presence of two cameras;
• Excellent screen color reproduction.

• May overheat with prolonged active use.

1st place: "Vertex Impress Lion 8Gb"

This model is distinguished by the elegance of forms, but is capable of reproducing only not too demanding applications. Runs on Android 6.0 OS. The plastic case is distinguished by a special roughness, which is necessary for proper holding of the phone in the hand. The back cover securely closes the removable battery, under which there are three slots: two slots for SIM cards and one slot for a memory card. The existing screen has a diagonal of 5 inches, capable of producing a picture with a resolution of 854 x 840 pixels. The gadget has two cameras - a 2-megapixel front camera and a 5-megapixel base camera. The chipset has 4 cores and a clock speed of 1.13 GHz. The battery capacity is 2200 milliamps, which is enough for 5 hours of talk time.Price - 2990 rubles.

• Rugged housing;
• Loud noise;
• Good connection.

• Pretty fragile screen glass.

Models up to 4000 rubles

3rd place: "ITEL A16 Plus Phantom Black"

Inexpensive and practical smartphone with all the necessary functionality. Optimum performance is provided by a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor. RAM is 1 GB, which allows you to work, edit and send text documents. Sufficiently high-quality image and produces a 5-inch display. Own internal memory is 8 GB, which can be expanded with a memory card up to 32 GB. The camera is only one, basic, its resolution is 5 megapixels. All the most common types of wireless communication are available. Price - 3699 rubles.

• Loud call;
• Sensitive touch screen;
• The camera takes quite good amateur pictures.

• Not detected.

2nd place: "BQ Nice Mini 16Gb"

This model has a large bright display of 4 inches. Compared to similar models, the picture quality is very high, the resolution is 800 x 400 pixels. The main and front cameras of the smartphone received a resolution of 2 megapixels. There is a rear LED flash. Pictures on this smartphone are clear only in clear light. The budget employee received a good processor chipset from its category. This is Spreadtrum SC7731E, 1300MHz with ARM Mali-420 MP2 graphics chip. An inexpensive gadget is equipped with a battery with a sufficient capacity of 1550 milliamps. Price - 3899 rubles.

• Small and light body;
• Expandable memory up to 64 GB;
• The battery lasts for 6 hours of continuous talking.

• It is not recommended to run more than two applications at the same time.

1st place: "INOI 2 Lite 2021 8Gb"

The picture quality of this model is quite good even at a resolution of 854 x 400 pixels. The manufacturer tried to be modern and made the bezels around the screen minimal. Above the display, there are sensors, a front-facing 5-megapixel camera, and a speaker. On the back of the plastic case, there is only a lens of the main 5 megapixel photomodule with a flash. The autonomy of the gadget is not bad. Battery 2500 milliamps, can work in standby mode up to 240 hours. Processor SC7731E at 1300 MHz for 4 cores. Price - 3990 rubles.

• Good color rendition;
• Two cameras with good resolution;
• performance chipset.

• Standard internal settings.

Conclusion

Anyone understands that the competitive struggle between manufacturers will always remain useful for the average buyer. And this state of affairs will inevitably lead to lower prices. Today's low-cost smartphone market is proving to be more competitive than ever, as many new players have entered it. It was the new players who prioritized sufficient quality at relatively cheap prices. Accordingly, the consumer has a wide choice among a variety of models, which are represented by, for example, the majority of Asians. Still, you should not use outdated concepts, where "everything Chinese is definitely bad." It's just that the vast majority of high-tech industries are now concentrated in this part of the world.