The best Android smartphones at less than 500 euros

One of the big forces of this Samsung Galaxy A54 is lodged in its durability. The range has 5 years of Android updates. This is a good investment if you are looking for excellent value for money. In terms of internal power, exynos 1380 accompanied by 8 GB of RAM offers great services even if competition at the same price is sometimes better. Autonomy is capable of collecting two days of use, a good performance.

Best smartphone: what a model to buy in 2023 ?

What is the best smartphone in 2023 ? Several models are in the fight and deserve their place in our selection. Difficult to take a smartphone out of the lot, because many criteria are taken into account. System, format, autonomy, photo performance, so many parameters that make the choice complicated when deciding.

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Our selection of the best smartphones in 2023

In our guide to the best smartphones, we have selected in each category what is best on the market. Whether you are an Android user or an unconditional iOS, you will discover the best models of the moment. No matter your choice, you are sure to have a smartphone that offers good user experience.

But if smartphones can do everything today, not everyone has the same use. Some are looking for a model with great autonomy, others a smartphone that excels in photo. Still others an efficient phone that offers good fluidity in all contexts or the best value for money. We help you find your happiness.

Best high -end smartphones

Galaxy S23, S23+ and S23 Ultra: the best Samsung

The Galaxy S23, S23+ and S23 Ultra were presented at a Unpacked conference on February 1, 2023. The main novelty of the series is a major evolution. For the first time in Europe, Samsung incorporates a snapdragon SOC into its high -end smartphones. It is in this case the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.

And to keep a certain specificity, the Korean manufacturer offers here a modified version of the SOC especially for the Galaxy S23, S23+ and S23 Ultra. This version is overclocked and thus offers higher frequencies (CPU and GPU) than that of other high -end smartphones incorporating the Qualcomm chip. The first consequence of this novelty is obviously the power gain. But not only.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is up to 45% less energy -consuming than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. The advantage is even more important if we compare to the last Exynos chip from Samsung. This promises better autonomy, better performance, but also improved photo processing thanks to the neural engine (artificial intelligence) of the new Qualcomm chip.

For the rest, the Samsung Galaxy S23 takes up most of the characteristics of the S22, with a few exceptions. Ditto for S23+ compared to S22+. The photo part is in particular the same and consists of a sensor at the back: 50 MP Grand-Angle, 12 MP Ultra Grand Angle And 10 MP for the telephoto lens With 3X optical zoom and digital zoom up to 30x.

For the photo part, it is the ultra galaxy s23 that hosts a big novelty, in addition to the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. The definition of the sensor goes from 108 Mp to 200 Mp. This is the famous HP2 isocel sensor with a size equivalent to 24mm and opening at F/1.7.

In addition to the impressive definition, this module is based on photosites of 0.6 micron that can be registered by 4, or even 16 to form photos of 50 MP or 12.5 Mp with much larger pixels. The advantage is that the sensor becomes much more sensitive to light and thus produces lighter photos, especially in low light condition. Discover our test of the Galaxy S23 Ultra.

THE +	THE –
Impeccable design and finishes	The S23 Ulta is difficult to handle with one hand
High -flying screen	The high price (excluding promo)
The power and efficiency of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Excellent in photo
Good autonomy
The S-Pen, the little thing that makes the difference
A controlled heater, even in play

The best Android smartphones at less than 500 euros

Much cheaper than market florets, current mid -range smartphones have often similar characteristics while displaying sometimes higher performance. Why deprive it ?

our selection

• Android smartphone best value for money
• Cheap Android smartphone
• Android best photo smartphone
• Android smartphone Best autonomy
• Android smartphone best screen
• Android smartphone for selfies
• Samsung smartphone
• Xiaomi smartphone
• Nothing smartphone
• Motorola smartphone
• Honor smartphone

While the price of high-end smartphones sometimes soars far beyond 1000 euros, it remains possible to get an equally efficient and versatile model for much cheaper, by opting for a mid-range device. Marketed between 200 and 500 euros, these phones take many of the assets that are currently successful in market stars by offering excellent value for money.

We see flourishing on these mid -range terminals, which generally operate with Android 12 or 13, OLED screens of good quality, more powerful processors coupled with a nice amount of RAM (8 to 12 GB), photo modules quality, high storage capacity (128 or 256 GB) and latest generation components, both in terms of connection (USB type-C) and connectivity (Wi-Fi 6 becomes more and more frequent). All current models are also also compatible with 5G networks.

These smartphones mostly benefit from larger than average screen diagonals, most often greater than 6.2 inches. These mobiles are, therefore, less easily manipulable (especially one hand), but they can, on the other hand, accommodate high -capacity batteries (from 4000 to 5000 mAh) which deliver solids autonomies. It is also on these models that we can find the jack, today endangered in the high-end segment where we only find a USB-C socket which serves both at the same time audio and at the expense.

The design of a mid -range device may sometimes seem less sophisticated than that of a high -end. Often less fine, these smartphones favor plastic with metal or glass, but their appearance is no less careful. Almost all of them incorporate screens on board with notch or punch. The manufacturers make, on the other hand, frequently the impasse on characteristics such as waterproofing, ultra-fast or wireless load or even the definition of quad HD screen, or even 4K, by limiting itself to the Full HD+, this which is already very good. Sometimes equipped with a triple or quadruple camera module, the cheapest mid -range mobiles must also be satisfied with honest photo quality, without more. In this field, high quality is still the prerogative of high -end smartphones. Logical, you have to justify their very high prices ..

Android smartphone best value for money

• Screen: 6.4 inch amoled, definition of 2400 x 1080 pixels, with punch, 120 Hz refreshment
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 at 2.84 GHz
• RAM: 6 GB
• Storage: 128 GB
• Battery: 4,500 mAh with fast load of 25 W and wireless load of 15 W
• Photo modules: 12 Mpx main sensor (f/1.8), Ultra Grand Angle of 12 Mpx (f/2.2), 8 Mpx telephoto lens (f/2.4) With 3X optical zoom, 32 MP selfie sensor (f/2.2)
• Fingerprint reader: yes, integrated into the screen
• Dimensions: 155.7 x 74.5 x 7.9 mm
• Weight: 177 g

Released in the fall of 2021, this Korean giant smartphone did not say its last word. Samsung’s S range marks the manufacturer’s high -end models. This FE version (Fan Edition) is characterized by concession, especially on design or plastic replaces glass. Nevertheless, we appreciate his good performances but especially his services in photo, in particular with his 3X optical telephoto lens, rare at this level of price. The quality is also there with an amoled house refresh screen at 120 Hz. A device that remains a safe bet and which received its update to Android 13 last winter.

Cheap Android smartphone

• Screen: 6.1 inch oled, definition of 2400 x 1080 pixels, with punch
• Processor: Google Tensor at 2.8 GHz
• RAM: 6 GB
• Storage: 128 GB
• Battery: 4410 mAh with fast load of 18 W and wireless load of 12 W
• Photo modules: Main sensor of 12.2 Mpx (f/1.7), Ultra Grand Angle of 12 Mpx (f/2.2), 8 MP selfie sensor (f/2.0)
• Fingerprint reader: yes, integrated into the screen
• Dimensions: 152.2 x 71.8 x 8.9 mm
• Weight: 178 g

It is today the most affordable of Google Pixel smartphones. Freshly replaced by the pixel 7a released in May 2023, it remains an excellent smartphone with all the know-how of Google, especially in the field of the photo. The American firm perfectly masters algorithms to make all your shots spectacular. Also as a result, the assurance of having Google software updates both for the system and for apps. A compact mobile, with a screen, however comfortable and pleasant to the eye, providing good performance and with an atypical look, all for an aggressive price.

Android best photo smartphone

• Screen: 6.1 inch oled, definition of 2400 x 1080 pixels, with punch, 90 Hz refreshment
• Processor: Google Tensor G2 at 2.85 GHz
• RAM: 8 GB
• Storage: 128 GB
• Battery: 4385 mAh with fast load of 18 W and wireless load of 12 W
• Photo modules: main 64 mpx sensor (f/1.9), Ultra Grand Angle of 13 Mpx (f/2.2), Selfie sensor of 13 Mpx (f/2.2)
• Fingerprint reader: yes, integrated into the screen
• Dimensions: 152.4 x 72.9 x 9 mm
• Weight: 193 g

Even if its price exceeds less than ten euros for the budget, it is impossible not to classify this pixel 7A in the category of mid -range smartphones by granting it the palm for shooting. Google has made some technical modifications compared to its elder on the 6a and further refined its algorithms giving this mobile real photographer talents. The Tensor G2 house SoC brings it the power necessary for treatment and is very efficient for daily uses (read our full test). In addition, it is delivered immediately with Android 13 and assures you to take advantage of regular updates from the manufacturer.

Android smartphone Best autonomy

• Screen: 6.67 inch amoled, definition of 2400 x 1080 pixels, with punch, 120 Hz refreshment
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 at 2.2 GHz
• RAM: 6 GB
• Storage: 128 GB
• Battery: 5100 mAh with fast load of 40 W
• Photo modules: main 64 mpx sensor (f/1.8), Ultra Grand Angle of 5 Mpx (f/2.2), 2 MP macro (f/2.4), 16 MP selfie sensor (f/2.5)
• Fingerprint reader: yes, integrated into the screen
• Dimensions: 161.6 x 73.9 x 7.9 mm
• Weight: 175 g

Lightened declination of the high -end Honor Magic 5 Pro model, this Magic 5 Lite does not deserve. It offers a beautiful Amoled screen, an elegant design and very correct day photo services. But it is above all his autonomy that has something to sséduce those who do not let go of their smartphone of the day. The Magic 5 Lite is a real camel. Its large 5100 mAh battery associated with a little gourmet but effective soy allows it to easily last two days without going through the recharge box. What use it without constantly keeping an eye on the gauge. A real comfort.

Android smartphone best screen

• Screen: 6.4 inch amoled, definition of 2340 x 1080 pixels, with punch, 120 Hz refreshment
• Processor: Exynos 1380 to 2.4 GHz
• RAM: 6 GB
• Storage: 128 GB
• Battery: 5000 mAh with fast load of 25 W and wireless load of 15 W
• Photo modules: 50 Mpx main sensor (f/1.8), Ultra Grand Angle of 12 Mpx (f/2.2), 5 MP macro (f/2.4), Selfie sensor of 32 Mpx (f/2.2)
• Fingerprint reader: yes, integrated into the screen
• Dimensions: 158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm
• Weight: 202 g

Released in February 2023, this Samsung Galaxy A54 is the new standard of the Korean brand mid-range. It brings a little freshness with atypical colors but it is above all its very bright amoled screen that you notice and to which you quickly get attached. REFRABLE at 120 Hz, it offers real comfort of use, especially in full sun. The device is nonetheless also an excellent photophone, with three very satisfactory photo modules. Her Exynos house SoC is not lagging behind either. An attractive and dynamic mobile for which Samsung provides no less than 4 years of software updates. Reassuring.

Android smartphone for selfies

• Screen: 6.44 inch amoled, definition of 2400 x 1080 pixels with notch, 90 Hz refreshment
• Processor: Mediatek Dimensity 920 at 2.5 GHz
• RAM: 12 GB
• Storage: 256 GB
• Battery: 4200 mAh with fast load of 44 W and wireless load of 5 W
• Photo modules: main 64 mpx sensor (f/1.9), Ultra Grand Angle of 8 Mpx (f/2.2), 2 MP macro (f/2.4), selfie sensor of 50 Mpx (f/2.0) with ultra-angle and two LED flashes
• Fingerprint reader: yes, integrated into the screen
• Dimensions: 157.2 x 72.4 x 7.6 mm
• Weight: 181 g

Released last year, this Vivo V23 smartphone was designed for all fans of the selfie, alone or in group photo. To shine, whatever the light conditions, it thus embeds on the facade 2 LED flashes divided around a 50 Mpx Ultra-Angle sensor. An original design which gives it a serious asset to publish successful shots on social networks or VLOG video. The rest of the device also seduces with a beautiful AMOLED screen, a neat finish (the gold model, a little more expensive, has a back that changes color according to light) and 12 GB of RAM to support a fair enough efficient. A mobile to say the least original and efficient.

Samsung smartphone

• Screen: 6.6 inch super amoled, definition of 1080 x 2340 pixels, with notch, 120 Hz refreshment
• Processor: Mediatek Dimensity 1080 at 2.6 GHz
• RAM: 6 GB
• Storage: 128 GB
• Battery: 5000 mAh with fast load of 25 W
• Photo modules: 48 Mpx main sensor (f/1.8) Stabilized, ultra-angle of 8 Mpx (f/2.2), 5 MP macro (f/2.4), Selfie sensor of 13 Mpx (f/2.2)
• Fingerprint reader: yes, integrated into the screen
• Dimensions: 161.3 x 78.1 x 8.2 mm
• Weight: 199 g

This excellent mid-range signed Samsung is a very good way to taste the brand’s know-how. Equipped with a large and superb screen, this smartphone seduces by its correct power, sufficient to play in comfortable conditions, and appreciable autonomy. In the photo, the A34 is a bit less efficient than its big brother the A54, but is doing with the honors, especially in day photos. A smartphone with a fresh design, available in several colors, which we take pleasure in manipulating on a daily basis.

Xiaomi smartphone

• Screen: 6.67 -inch amoled with a definition of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), a 120 Hz refresh rate, with a post
• Processor: Mediatek Dimensity 1080 at 3.2 GHz
• RAM: 8 GB
• Storage: 256 GB
• Battery: 5000 mAh with a fast load of 120 W and a wireless load of 50 W
• Photo modules: main 200 Mpx sensor (f/1.8) Ultra Grand Angle of 8 Mpx (f/2.2), 2 MP macro (f/2.4), 16 MP selfie sensor (f/2.4).
• Fingerprint reader: yes, integrated into the screen
• Dimensions: 162.9 x 76 x 8.9 mm
• Weight: 210 g

Launched in spring 2023 in France (released in 2022 in China), this Redmi model signed Xiaomi offers solid equipment. This device seduces with its large, beautiful quality screen. It is above all his main photo module displaying 200 Mpx to the clock which provides successful shots. We also appreciate the ultra-fast load at 120 W (the charger is provided) which allows you to fill up the device in less than half an hour. A good asset for all those who use their smartphone very intensively throughout the day.

Nothing smartphone

• Screen: 6.55 inch amoled, definition of 2400 x 1080 pixels, with punch, 120 Hz refreshment
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778g+ at 3.2 GHz
• RAM: 8 GB
• Storage: 128 GB of memory
• Battery: 4,500 mAh with fast load of 66 W and wireless load of 50 W
• Photo modules: 50 Mpx main sensor (f/1.8), Ultra Grand Angle of 50 Mpx (f/2.2), 16 MP selfie sensor (f/2.4)
• Fingerprint reader: yes, integrated into the screen
• Dimensions: 159.2 x 75.8 x 8.3 mm
• Weight: 193 g

Released in the summer of 2022, the Nothing Phone (1) is a brand new arrival on the smartphone market. What sets him apart above all is of course his design all in transparency and enhanced of LEDs on the back that light up when receiving notifications (read our test). Passing these aesthetic considerations, the Nothing Phone (1) is nonetheless a very balanced smartphone which does not have much to envy the competition. From now on animated by Android 13, it offers a beautiful OLED screen and a fairly powerful processor for all daily tasks. We also salute the work of Nothing concerning regular updates which improve many functions including the management of the camera. A mobile that comes out of the ordinary and which benefits from excellent monitoring by the brand.

Motorola smartphone

Screen: 6.28 inch OLED of a definition of 1080 x 2400 pixels with punch, cooling rate of 120 Hz

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G at 2.2 GHz
• RAM: 8 GB
• Storage: 128 GB
• Battery: 4020 mAh with a quick load of 30 W
• Photo modules: main 64 mpx sensor (f/1.8), Ultra Grand Angle of 13 Mpx (f/2.2), selfie sensor of 32 Mpx (f/2.4)
• Fingerprint reader: yes, integrated into the screen.
• Dimensions: 152.9 x 71.2 x 7.8 mm
• Weight: 155 g

The American Motorola (ownership of Chinese Lenovo) remains very active in the field of smartphones and renews its range each year. Released last year, this Edge30 Neo motorcycle stands out with a pleasant size with narrower dimensions than its competitors and above all a lighter weight. He sports a very nice, bright and readable OLED screen. Under the hood, its SOC allows fairly fluid use for all everyday apps. The photo part is not outdone with very good performances in full light. We finally appreciate the work on the software that allows the motorcycle to become an ideal companion for Windows.

Honor smartphone

• Screen: 6.67 -inch OLED, definition of 2400 x 1080 pixels, with punch, 120 Hz refreshment
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778g+ at 2.5 GHz
• RAM: 8 GB
• Storage: 256 GB
• Battery: 4800 mAh with fast load of 66 W and wireless load of 50 W
• Photo modules: 54 Mpx main sensor (f/1.9), Ultra Grand Angle of 50 Mpx (f/2.2), 2 MP depth sensor (f/2.4), Selfie sensor of 32 Mpx (f/2.4)
• Fingerprint reader: yes, integrated into the screen
• Dimensions: 161.4 x 73.3 x 7.9 mm
• Weight: 178 g

With well -neat finishes and a beautiful OLED screen with curved edges (rare at this price level) this Honor 70 throws it. Chinese has also worked on its technical sheet with a rather powerful SoC and a 4800 mAh battery which gives it excellent autonomy allowing to reach almost two days of use. The photo part concentrated in two large islets on the back of the device, provides good results in full light. We also appreciate, for the video, the solo cut mode which allows two simultaneous sequences in large and tight plan with automatic subject follow -up.

What are the best smartphones at less than 500 euros in 2023 ?

If you want to offer yourself a new smartphone, powerful and reliable, without going on the very high end and the rates that go with it, a device within 500 euros is a good choice. Here are the best smartphone models at less than 500 euros currently available.

The top 3 of the best smartphones at less than 500 euros

• An attractive design
• Its good power
• Coherent photography

• The little bright screen

• The best screen at this price
• His beautiful autonomy
• 4 years of major updates

• No fast load

• The iOS experience
• Mini
• All the necessary power and even more

• Dated design.

If the price of smartphones continues to fly away, it is around 500 euros that there are the best quality/price ratios. Processors powerful enough to play, OLED screens and fast load are thus common in this segment.

Compromises are mainly done on comfort functions such as wireless waterproofing or recharge. The photo is also an area on which we notice real differences with more expensive models, even if brands are making more and more efforts on this point. If you want to find an excellent phone phone in photography, consult our selection of the best photophones of the moment.

You want a more general view ? Take a look at our comparison of the best smartphones in 2023. To see what is done on the lower price slice, you can turn to our smartphones guide for less than 400 euros.

Ready to explore the top of the basket on the mid -range ? so here’s Our selection of the best smartphones sold between 400 and 500 euros.

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Samsung Galaxy A54 The best value for money

• The best screen at this price
• His beautiful autonomy
• 4 years of major updates

• No fast load

The successor to the Galaxy A53 does not disappoint, quite the contrary. This new generation simply takes the honorary smartphone title at the best value for money available at the moment. The Samsung Galaxy A54 offers a quality design and a good grip, whatever the size of your hand.

As with its elder, the first quality of the smartphone is housed first on its screen. This is a beautiful 6.4 -inch Super Amoled slab that is set up. In terms of services, we can also note a nice refresh rate up to 120 Hz and a definition in Full HD. During our measurements, we noted a peak of brightness at 1275 cd/m2. You are entitled to one of the best screen experiences for a smartphone.

One of the big forces of this Samsung Galaxy A54 is lodged in its durability. The range has 5 years of Android updates. This is a good investment if you are looking for excellent value for money. In terms of internal power, exynos 1380 accompanied by 8 GB of RAM offers great services even if competition at the same price is sometimes better. Autonomy is capable of collecting two days of use, a good performance.

In the weaknesses department, we can first regret a not as fast recharge as expected. The 100 % is realized in an hour and twenty minutes. Likewise, photography is good but suffers from weak points, especially at night. Faced with a 6a pixel, the phone does not hold the comparison. Sold at less than 500 euros, this Samsung smartphone is the best on this price slot.

Our Samsung Galaxy A54 test is available to learn more.

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Google Pixel 7a The best photophone at this price

• Great pictures
• An effective chip
• A pleasant format

• Autonomy and weak load

Sold at the base at 509 euros, the Pixel 7a regularly benefits from promotions which drop it below 500 euros. Why choose it ? The pixel 7a is an excellent mid -range smartphone with a compact format. The design takes up that of its big brothers, with marked angles which give it a very recognizable character.

It has a 6.1 -inch OLED screen, refreshes at 90 Hz, with very beautiful brightness (in HDR, 1230 CD/M3 in the max)). Google’s phone also benefits from Pixel Experience, both sober and efficient. Behind the interface is the Tensor chip, champion of artificial intelligence, and also present on the pixel 7 and 7 pro.

Pixel smartphones are known for their prowess in photo: Pixel 7a is no exception. Very versatile, he manages to provide superb shots in all situations (landscape, night, portrait, movement, etc.), in particular thanks to the AI ​​which does wonders. Its two sensors (wide angle 64 mpx and ultra wide angle 13 mpx) are doing very well and provide a very pleasant bit to eye.

The autonomy turns out to be inexpensive: table only a day, not to mention that the recharge is not exactly fast (18W).

If you are looking for a nice small and photo smartphone, it is a good option. We advise you to read the full Pixel 7A test to have more details.

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Nothing Phone (1) The most elegant

• An attractive design
• Its good power
• Coherent photography

• The little bright screen

The Nothing brand was founded by Carl Pei, former CEO of OnePlus, and aims to be talked about in tech with high quality products. Does the phone (1) succeed in satisfying the expectation generated for months ? One thing is certain, this smartphone within 500 euros will not leave you insensitive.

It first goes through a very original design, with this transparent back shed of LED and a form resembling it to be mistaken for an iPhone. Besides the design remarkable for a smartphone, the grip is also very successful. The fingerprint sensor is well located and the rear light glyphs provide real functionality. Finally, the product is IP53 certified.

The second beautiful asset of the phone is the internal power. The phone (1) is equipped with a snapdragon 778g+ chip accompanied by 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage for its basic version. Despite cheating charges on benchmarks, the smartphone can run demanding software such as GENSHIN IMPACT Or Fortnite. Autonomy is also convincing, offering a full day of use.

For the rest, some concessions must be noted. On paper, you are entitled to a beautiful 6.55 -inch OLED screen with a 120 Hz refreshment. It can cover all uses, but some inconveniences must be noted. The brightness at 652 cd/m² is a weak hair compared to what is done on the market ..

Finally on the photo part, the phone (1) has a double sensor of 50 megapixels. The main objective is quite good and has the ability to recover a lot of details. The glyph at the rear allows you to vary the lighting, like a ring light. However, we would have liked a little more swift night mode.

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Vivo v23 Vivo’s balanced proposal

• Adaptive color materials
• Selfies worked
• A daily power

• The average camera

Within the catalog of Vivo smartphones, the brand new V23 is in line with the V21 with some additional additions. In this case, this is the design part that literally shines following the exhibition of its UV shell. As for the form, the phone takes up the lines of an iPhone 13.

For its input rate, the Vivo V23 The internal power is ensured by a Mediatek Dimensity 920 chip, but also 12 GB of RAM memory. This configuration is very effective for daily software, but also for mobile games. Above all, the permitted calculation power allows the smartphone to be flexible on the processing of photos.

Indeed, as for its predecessor, the V23 has received particular attention in terms of photography. The selfie part is ensured by a double sensor put forward with a target of 50 megapixels. Several software is available such as the implementation of filters to help you. The dorsal side is of good quality even if the result does not raise the crowds.

A final point on the 6.44 inch Amoled touch screen that equips the Vivo V23. This has a Full HD+resolution, as well as an adaptive refresh oscillating between 60 and 90 Hz. For less than 500 euros, it offers good performance, especially for those who appreciate the photo.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 PRO plus security value in Xiaomi

• A refined design
• The AMOLED screen
• Its internal power

• Lack of versatility in photo

For 2023, Xiaomi released a new range of Redmi Note products. THE Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus is the most premium of them. Offered at 499 euros, it is a balanced device that has many strengths. Its technical sheet is important enough to be attractive in terms of value for money.

In the performances, several things are interesting, starting with a very beautiful slab of 6.67 inch OLED at 120 Hz. This offers a definition in Full HD, but above all a fairly good calibration. During our measurements, the brightness point at 799 CD/m2 and a pretty delta e. This is one of the best possible experiences for a smartphone at less than 500 euros.

In terms of performance, the Dimensity 1020 chip offers fairly flawless overall operation. Above all, the 120 W load supplied in the box allows you to be 100 % in less than half an hour. In terms of endurance, the phone is capable of collecting a day and a half. Again for less than 500 euros, the Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus is interesting.

However, the telephone boasts of a 200 megapixel sensor. In itself, photography is good, but the main objective brings nothing and above all turns out to be capricious as soon as the conditions are not met. Likewise, Miui software is interesting on a daily basis, but too many slag to be fluid. In terms of value for money, its placement at 499 euros still makes it quite disappointing in the face of competition. If you hesitate and want more details, go to our full Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus test.

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Apple iPhone SE 5G (2022) The Apple option

• The iOS experience
• Mini
• All the necessary power and even more

• Dated design.

The iPhone SE 2022, long awaited, is the power of an iPhone 13 in the body of an iPhone 8. In other words, it is a product that is both efficient and particularly compact. In reality, it is even one of the last smartphones under 5 inches that can be found on the market. The counterpart is therefore a small screen, only 4.7 inches, which obviously does not make it ideal for consuming video … but allows it to keep in the pocket without problem. On the other hand, in terms of design, the iPhone is no longer on the page and it can put off more than one.

Since it is an iPhone, you will find all the joys of the Apple ecosystem, iOS in mind. His simple 12 Mpx photo sensor will not allow him to compete with the other smartphones in this selection, it must be admitted. The Apple terminal is however suitable for autonomy, thanks to the optimization of iOS.

Among the other highlights of the terminal, we can cite the waterproofing. This is one of the only waterproof phones in its category, and it is a real plus. Former iPhone users will also have the joy of finding the fingerprint sensor integrated into the physical “home” button. The counterpart is the presence of large borders … In 2022, it is an undeniably dated design.

We recommend the iPhone SE 2022 to people who do not want or cannot do without iOS and the Apple ecosystem – be well aware that at the same price, There is clearly better Android side.

Be careful however, this iPhone is offered at 529 euros in 64 GB, so we advise you to wait a promotion to take full advantage of it and go below 500 euros.

You will find all the details in our iPhone SE 2022 test.

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Be aware that theiPhone 11 is always offered in new, at 529 euros in its 64 GB version. It is also a small format (6.1 inches), and an excellent choice for iOS followers.

Before buying a smartphone within 500 euros

What can we do with a smartphone within 500 euros ?

If you are ready to put this price, it is that you want to get an almost premium smartphone, in any case which is as close as possible to a so -called high -end experience. These devices will generally praise a technical sheet close to those sold at double their price. Power, photo and autonomy performances are generally there to meet all the needs of their users.

What concessions should I make at this price ?

Just a few. Smartphones in this price range are considered almost high -end, but affordable phones. This is not the case for all references, but it is not uncommon to find the small features reserved for models from the top of the basket, such as IP certification, an effective fast charge system, or even compatibility with the wireless load. They are also good in photos, but you should know that they will not reach the quality of the market florets – even if they are getting closer. In addition, design, materials and finishes can be a notch below what is done above 600 euros.

If you want really high -end services at 500 euros, our advice is also to turn to reconditioned smartphones.

What are the trusted brands for a smartphone at this price ?

Champions at less than 500 euros vary more often than on more slices premium, We cannot therefore systematically trust a brand. We thus advise to refer to the purchasing guides updated regularly, like ours. That being said, Xiaomi and Samsung regularly appear in our selections. These are generally two reliable brands.

Which package to choose to save after buying my smartphone ?

Buying a smartphone from this tariff tranche represents an investment. To save money, we recommend that you choose your package by including the non -binding offers from the various French operators. Find the best prices of the moment thanks to our mobile package comparator.

Depending on your budget, do not hesitate to also consult our high -end smartphones guide.

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