In the start of this year, we saw a rise and wide adoption of dual camera phones and after Samsung launched its S8 line, the taller 18:9 aspect ratio display is quickly becoming the norm. This new aspect ratio combined with slimmer bezels have made large screen phone relatively compact. These bezel-less phones not only look good, but in a way offer an immersive user experience as well. Today, we are taking a look at few such phones which have a screen smaller than 6-inches, but the ergonomics of a 5.5-inch or a smaller device.
Micromax Canvas Infinity
Price: Rs. 9,999
At just Rs 9,999, the Micromax canvas infinity is the most good looking phone for the budget buyer. It has a decent performance for the price and is quite ergonomic. In addition, the two cameras on the phone are also quite good.
Specs:
Display: 5.7-inch, 720 x 1440p
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 425
RAM: 3GB
Storage: 32GB
Rear camera: 13MP
Front camera: 16MP
Battery: 2980mAh
OS: Android 7.1.2
Honor 7X
Price: Rs. 12,999
At a slightly dearer price, the Honor 7X also has a better display than the Canvas Infinity. It offer a better camera than the Canvas and has a better build quality as well.
Specs:
Display: 5.9-inch, 2160 x 1080p
SoC: HiSilicon Kirin 659
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 32GB
Rear camera: 16MP + 2MP
Front camera: 8MP
Battery: 3340mAh
OS: Android 7.0
Huawei Honor 9i
Price: Rs. 17,999
The Honor 9i has four cameras, a 5.9-inch 18:9 aspect ratio display and from what we have seen so far, is a decent performer. The build quality is also quite premium for the price.
Specs:
Display: 5.9-inch, 2160 x 1080p
SoC: HiSilicon Kirin 659
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64GB
Rear camera: 16MP + 2MP
Front camera: 13MP + 2MP
Battery: 3440mAh
OS: Android 7.0
Oppo F5
Price: Rs. 19,990
Oppo F5 is another smartphone in the mid-teir to offer an 18:9 aspect ratio display. Like other Oppo devices, this is also aimed at the celfie centric audience.
Specs:
Display: 6.0-inch, 2160 x 1080p
SoC: MediaTek Helio P23
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64GB
Rear camera: 16MP
Front camera: 20MP
Battery: 3200mAh
OS: Android 7.1.1
Xiaomi Mi Mix 2
Price: Rs. 35,999
If looks what you are after, the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 is a cut above in the sub-40K price bracket. The device is made of quality materials such as ceramic and all aluminum CNC sides. Besides that, it performs well and has a good battery life.
Specs:
Display: 5.99-inch, 2160 x 1080p
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
RAM: 6GB
Storage: 128GB
Rear camera: 12MP
Front camera: 5MP
Battery: 3400mAh
OS: Android 7.1
OnePlus 5T
Price: Rs. 37,999
The OnePlus 5T manages to bring a large 6-inch display in the same 5.5-inch form factor of the OnePlus 5. The Performance and ergonomics are the same, but the camera has been upgraded.
Specs:
Display: 6.01-inch, 2160 x 1080p
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 128GB
Rear camera: 16MP + 20MP
Front camera: 16MP
Battery: 3300mAh
OS: Android 7.1.1
Samsung Galaxy S8
Price: Rs. 56,000 (approx)
The Samsung Galaxy S8 is undoubtedly the best looking phone in 2017. The phone performs well and has one of the best cameras as well.
Specs:
Display: 5.8-inch, 2960 x 1440p
SoC: Exynos 8895
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64GB
Rear camera: 12MP
Front camera: 8MP
Battery: 3000mAh
OS: Android 7.0
Apple iPhone X
Price: Rs. 89,000
The Apple iPhone X is the only the phone in this list which does not have a 18:9 aspect ratio, but an even taller 19.5:9 aspect ratio. We will know more about the phone once it comes to India next month.
Specs:
Display: 5.8-inch, 2436 x 1125p
SoC: Apple A11 Bionic
RAM: 3GB
Storage: 64GB
Rear camera: Dual 12MP
Front camera: 7MP
Battery: 2716mAh
OS: iOS 11
Google Pixel 2 XL
Price: Rs. 73,000
Another flagship which made its mark this year is the Google Pixel 2 XL. Offering a similar display to the LG G6 and a new squeeze to call Android assistant functionality, this Pixel 2 XL will be giving tough competition to other flagship devices.
Specs:
Display: 6.0-inch, 2880 x 1440p
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64GB
Rear camera: 12.2MP
Front camera: 8MP
Battery: 3520mAh
OS: Android 8.0
UPCOMING
LG V30
The LG V30 is also India bound and we can expect the phone in India before the end of this year.
Specs:
Display: 6.0-inch, 2880 x 1440p
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64GB
Rear camera: 16MP + 13MP
Front camera: 5MP
Battery: 3300mAh
OS: Android 7.12