Today, users want mobile devices to be as compact and sophisticated as possible, but at the same time want to see high-quality and large screens in them. Fortunately, this can be easily obtained, because it is enough to buy a thin smartphone. Such devices easily fit perfectly into any bag, skinny jeans and jacket pockets.
At the same time, they are practically not felt, which is their main advantage. As for the characteristics of the monitored devices, they are in no way inferior to larger models. In this rating of the best thin smartphones in the world for 2020, we included not just solutions with a minimum thickness, but devices that have a good price / functionality ratio.
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Best Slim Smartphone for a Budget Price
Micromax Q450 Canvas Sliver 5 (5.10 mm)
Unveils the best slim smartphones in 2020 with an inexpensive device that's also very lightweight. The gadget weighs only 100 grams. The body is no more than 5.1 mm, equipped with an AMOLED display with 4.8 inches. The phone will be weightless in your hand. This is very much to the liking of women. It also looks very stylish. The cost of a smartphone is around 7 thousand rubles.
Equipped with QS 410 chipset with 4 cores and 2 GB RAM. You can comfortably use all the phone options without freezes and lags. Support for the 4G LTE frequency band makes it possible to use the Network without problems. Users rated the smartphone according to its merits, recommending it for purchase.
Advantages:
- in the presence of a rear camera with a resolution of 8 Mp;
- the headset is included;
- the quality of communication is at the highest level;
- works stably;
- equipment at the highest level;
- the design is stylish and sophisticated.
disadvantages:
- battery capacity 2000 mAh;
- indicators of autonomy less than a day of work;
- no memory card slot.
Thinnest smartphone with excellent battery performance
Samsung Galaxy A8 SM-A800F 32GB (5.90mm)
The South Korean brand Samsung offers a slim phone with a powerful battery, which deservedly entered the TOP rating of the best devices. It may have appeared on the market back in 2015, but it still remains on the wave of popularity. The battery is represented by 3050 mAh. For devices in this category, this is great data. In this case, the body is 5.9 mm.
Also on the plus side is that the smartphone supports 5.7-inch AMOLED display and Full HD format. The body is equipped with a metal material, and there is also a protective glass. In the presence of a mechanical control button, which is convenient to use.
Users say the phone is good. The rear-facing camera is equipped with 16 megapixels. The device is thin, balanced, made in the style of Samsung.
Advantages:
- support for 2 sim-ki;
- Snapdragon 615 chipset with 8 cores and 2 GB of RAM;
- indicators of autonomous work;
- the screen conveys the picture brightly and colorfully;
- fingerprint sensor available;
- workmanship at the highest level;
- built-in memory of 32 GB, and it is possible to use a slot for microSD.
disadvantages:
- Android 5.1;
- no optical stabilization in the camera
- the complete set is presented without accessories.
TOP thinnest smartphones with a large screen
Motorola Moto X Pure Edition 64GB (6.10mm)
The American brand Motorola, which is now part of the Google corporation, has delighted buyers with smartphones with excellent build quality. The Moto X Pure Edition was no exception, with a 5.7-inch screen. The pixel resolution is presented by 2560 × 1440, the screen is covered with Gorilla Glass.
The thickness of the smartphone is 6.1 mm. The gadget is powered by a 6-core Snapdragon 808 chipset with 3GB OP. In the presence of 64 GB of permanent memory, as well as a slot for micro SD.
Equipped with a 3000 mAh battery. The camera has 21 megapixels and an aperture of f / 2. The pictures are really high quality and can be compared to professional photos.
Advantages:
- support for 4G LTE-A Cat.-6;
- camera focusing is very fast;
- flawless assembly;
- main camera;
- support for fast charging.
disadvantages:
- OS Android old version;
- the body is made of plastic.
Sony Xperia Z Ultra (C6833) (6.50 mm)
If you like big gadgets, then this model is perfect for use. The display is equipped with 6.44 inches diagonally. The 6.5 mm body makes the smartphone almost weightless. The screen supports Full HD format, there is also a protective glass.
The Sony device is equipped with IP58 protection. Also, the matrix is equipped with a 16x digital zoom and 8 megapixels. There is also a face recognition option. Another advantage is that the smartphone is equipped with a 3000 mAh battery. Autonomous work will last 1.5 days.
Advantages:
- built-in Snapdragon 800 engine with 4 cores and 2 GB OP;
- support for 4G LTE-A Cat.-4;
- there is protection against moisture;
- fast functioning;
- productive graphics;
- robust metal case.
disadvantages:
- very easily soiled screen;
- dimensions are large, you need to get used to a smartphone;
- sounding on top.
TOP 8 thinnest smartphones 2018 - 2019
Although Apple was not included in this TOP, it still cannot be ignored. It was this brand that at one time became the reason for the general trend to test the "flexibility" of phones. Fortunately, most manufacturers have taken care of this problem by making the case better. However, thinness can negatively affect the strength of the device.
Therefore, first of all, we paid attention to the issue of the reliability of the smartphones selected for review, and only then paid attention to the characteristics. Therefore, you can find in the rating many interesting models in terms of parameters - each smartphone with a thin body is a worthy representative of the niche it occupies.
VERTEX Impress X (6.50 mm)
The review begins with a budget smartphone model in a thin body - VERTEX Impress X. This device can be purchased at a price of 4500 rubles, which makes it an ideal solution for users with modest financial capabilities. You shouldn't expect something special for such a sum, but a durable metal case, good protective glass and even a good design are present in an inexpensive VERTEX phone.
The hardware platform here is extremely simple, so even some simple games pose a serious test for it. RAM and permanent memory in Impress X are only 1 and 8 gigabytes. It is best to choose this cheap smartphone for a child, because he is unlikely to need more power to comfortably use the device for study and communication, and in the event of a breakdown, VERTEX Impress X will not hit the wallet hard and can be quickly replaced with a new one.
Advantages:
- very low cost
- metal case
- good margin of screen brightness
- attractive design
- good conversational speaker
Disadvantages:
- battery only 2000 mAh
- little RAM and built-in memory
Huawei P8 (6.40 mm)
A stylish, powerful, high-quality and thin smartphone with 2 SIM cards is offered by Huawei. The P8 is housed in a metal case and features a 5.2-inch Full HD display. As a hardware platform, it uses the HiSilicon Kirin 930 chipset, complemented by Mali graphics. The built-in memory is 16 GB, but it can be expanded using memory cards (combined with one of the SIM card slots).
But the RAM in the Huawei P8 is provided immediately with 3 GB, which is enough for any task. Of course, the NFC module is also available here, and as a bonus, the manufacturer equips its device with headphones. But judging by the reviews about the smartphone, they are in the box more for show than for real use.
Advantages:
- all-metal body
- compactness and low weight
- good main camera
- 3 gigabytes of RAM
- excellent display
- good "filling"
Disadvantages:
- mediocre front camera
- quality of bundled headphones
Samsung Galaxy A7 SM-A700F (6.30mm)
The next line is occupied by Galaxy A7 SM-A700F from Samsung. According to reviews on the forums, the smartphone does not justify its rather large cost of 18 thousand rubles in terms of parameters. However, it is still a stylish and well-assembled device that is in demand. Recognizable brand design and traditional attention to detail leaves no doubt that this is a really expensive device.
A thin smartphone in a metal casing is equipped with a good screen with a 5.5-inch resolution, made using AMOLED technology. There is an NFC module for contactless payment, as well as a slot for two SIM cards in the nano format. The hardware in the Galaxy A7 is rather modest by current standards. But for the pre-installed version of Android 4.4, it is quite enough.
Advantages:
- excellent design and build
- the screen is one of the best on the market
- system speed
- stable operation of wireless modules
- light and sophisticated
- bright display
- thanks to excellent optimization, the battery lasts for a long time
- great sound
Disadvantages:
- the price tag is somewhat overpriced
Motorola Moto Z2 Play 64GB (5.99mm)
Moto Z2 Play is the best smartphone model in the rating. The device runs on Android 7.1 and is equipped with a productive "hardware": graphics Adreno 506, Snapdragon 626 processor, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of ROM. In addition, the handy, lightweight and slim Motorola phone is equipped with a 3000 mAh battery that supports fast charging, an NFC module and a USB-C port.
As a display, an AMOLED matrix with a diagonal of 5.5 inches and a Full HD resolution is used here. The key difference between Moto Z2 Play and other models in the ranking of the best phones lies in the support of replaceable modules, ranging from simple decorative panels, to modules with speakers, cameras, controllers and other add-ons. All of them are connected to the device through a special contact pad on the back cover.
Advantages:
- good hardware performance
- volumes of RAM and ROM
- support for removable modules
- wonderful display
- system speed
- main camera quality
- fingerprint scanner speed
Disadvantages:
- replaceable modules are difficult to find on sale, especially at a reasonable price
- poor picture quality on the front camera
Prestigio Grace (5.50 mm)
Prestigio is well known to buyers due to the low cost of its devices. For example, the slim and stylish Grace model will cost you about 8 thousand rubles. Moreover, for such an attractive amount, the manufacturer offers not only a high-quality assembly and a smartly working system, but also a 5-inch Full HD screen, made using AMOLED technology.
Due to its compact size, a good and inexpensive Chinese smartphone is easy to use even in a small hand, which makes it an excellent choice for children. The hardware of the smartphone is enough for the most complex applications and some modern games. But the 2300 mAh battery cannot provide good autonomy, so you have to constantly look for an outlet or carry a Power Bank with you.
Advantages:
- wonderful screen
- system speed
- good delivery set
- excellent appearance
- perfect build quality
Disadvantages:
- not the best autonomy
- no LTE module
- no microSD card slot
Motorola Moto Z 32GB (5.19mm)
Another excellent smartphone from Motorola, which got into our rating, is called Moto Z. This is a rather interesting device with an original design and productive "stuffing". The latter includes the Snapdragon 820, 4 gigabytes of RAM and the Adreno 530 graphics accelerator.Unfortunately, due to the small thickness, it was not possible to fit a large battery here and buyers have to be content with a 2600 mAh battery.
However, not everything is so bad, because Moto Z has a trump card up its sleeve. To supplement this high-quality smartphone with a powerful battery, the user only needs to use the special modules discussed above. In addition to an additional battery, other accessories can be connected in this way, including simple panels to change the appearance of the mobile phone. Also one of the best slim smartphones for price and quality has an NFC module and a lightning fast fingerprint scanner.
Pros:
- excellent AMOLED screen with Quad HD resolution
- good sound in headphones
- excellent main camera with optical stabilization
- great performance for its value
- the presence of an NFC module and a fast fingerprint sensor
- support for memory cards up to 2 TB
Minuses:
- availability and cost of replaceable modules
- built-in battery capacity
BQ BQS-4800 Blade (5mm)
The next place is taken by a budget smartphone with good characteristics from BQ. The BQS-4800 Blade is the perfect choice for your child's first device. This device is equipped with a 4.8-inch AMOLED screen with HD resolution, as well as simple, but rather nimble hardware. In terms of popularity, the BQ smartphone bypasses most of the competitors. Buyers are attracted by the quality build, good design and the NXP Smart Power amplifier that complements the Dirac HD Sound system. Of course, such a bundle is far from advanced DACs, but other state employees cannot equal the sound of the BQS-4800 Blade. The complete set of one of the best smartphones in the TOP includes headphones and a case.
Advantages:
- compactness and lightness
- good performance as a state employee
- best sound quality for your money
- screen saturation and brightness
Disadvantages:
- Battery only 2000 mAh
- no memory card support
OPPO R5 (4.85mm)
The review is completed by the thinnest smartphone with a high-quality screen from the OPPO brand. The R5 is a model of elegant simplicity and reliability. The body of the device is made of metal, and its screen is covered with durable protective glass. The size and resolution of the display are 5.2 inches and Full HD, and the manufacturer chose AMOLED as the technology. While this is far from a novelty among smartphones, its hardware platform is perfect for most tasks, including a number of modern games. But a battery of only 2000 mAh can provide a maximum of a day of battery life from a single charge.
Advantages:
- excellent display
- incredible compactness
- robust metal case
- good iron
- light weight
Disadvantages:
- Battery capacity
- there is no way to expand the memory with a memory card
- no standard headphone output
Which thin smartphone to choose
Want to get the most out of your productivity? In this case, you need the Huawei P8. In terms of features, Motorola's phones are also an excellent choice, especially the Moto Z2 Play. If you are looking for a phone for a child, then pay attention to VERTEX, Prestigio and BQ. The winner of the review of the thinnest smartphones in the world - OPPO R5, in turn, will suit fans of maximum compactness and refinement.
