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In 2016, smartphone manufacturers consistently unveiled mid-range products with good specifications and features at competitive prices.
1. Top 9 smartphones under 7 million dong that stood out in 2016
In 2016, smartphone manufacturers consistently unveiled mid-range products with good specifications and features at competitive prices.
F1s is the compact version of F1 Plus hence featuring a similar design with its elder sibling with a full metal body but downsized specs. The device still uses a 5.5-inch display, albeit with a reduced HD resolution. It is equipped with a MediaTek MT6750 octa-core processor clocked at 1.5 GHz, 3 GB of RAM, 1 GB less than the F1 Plus, and 32 GB of internal storage expandable up to 128 GB.
The phone supports dual SIM dual standby with 4G LTE connectivity, running Android 5.1 OS with Color OS 3.0 interface. Similar to its elder sibling F1 Plus, the camera focuses on selfie features, with a 16-megapixel front camera and a 13-megapixel rear camera with PDAF. Notably, the battery capacity is 3,075 mAh, larger than the 2,850 mAh on F1 Plus.
Galaxy J7 Prime is a smartphone developed by Samsung specifically for the Vietnamese market. According to retailers, this mid-range product is a direct competitor in terms of price and specifications to popular models such as Sony Xperia XA and Oppo F1s.
Galaxy J7 Prime features a 5.5-inch Full HD display. The device boasts decent specifications with an octa-core 1.6 GHz processor, 3 GB of RAM, 32 GB of internal memory expandable via memory card. It supports dual SIM and has a 3,300 mAh battery. Samsung equips its mid-range model with an 8-megapixel front camera and a 13-megapixel rear camera with an f/1.9 aperture. In addition to running Android 6.0, the J7 Prime also features a front-mounted fingerprint sensor.
Xperia XA still adopts the Omni Balance design language with a solid metal frame like the Xperia Z series but replaces the glass back with plastic. The new lineup also comes in more colors such as pink, green, alongside familiar colors like black and white.
The device utilizes MediaTek Helio P10 chip, 2 GB RAM, and 16 GB internal storage expandable via memory card. The main camera on Xperia XA features a 13-megapixel resolution, phase detection autofocus, and various shooting modes, while the front camera has an 8-megapixel resolution. Xperia XA also runs Android 6.0 and has a 2,300 mAh battery with MediaTek's PumpExpress fast charging support.
Vivo V5 is a smartphone with the highest-resolution front camera in the market. V5 features a 5.5-inch HD display protected by 2.5D Gorilla Glass 4. The phone supports dual SIM dual standby and runs Android 6 with Vivo's Funtouch OS interface. V5 is equipped with an octa-core MediaTek MT6750 processor, 4 GB RAM, and 32 GB internal storage expandable via memory card. The home button of the device integrates a fingerprint sensor.
The standout feature of this product is its front camera with a 20-megapixel resolution using Sony's IMX376 sensor accompanied by Moonlight flash and Face Beauty 6.0 photo editing software. The rear camera has a 13-megapixel resolution. The device's battery has a capacity of 3,000 mAh. Additionally, it features the Hi-Fi AK4376 audio processor, enabling high-quality 24-bit/192 kHz audio playback.
The next generation of GR5 is released to compete with models from Oppo and Samsung like F1s, Galaxy J7 Prime.
The device features a full metal unibody design and a 5.5-inch Full HD display. In terms of hardware, GR5 2017 is equipped with Huawei's Kirin 655 octa-core processor, 3 GB RAM, and 32 GB internal storage expandable via memory card. It supports dual SIM dual standby and runs Android 6. The fingerprint sensor 3.0 can scan fingerprints even when the fingers are damp, and the device has a 3,340 mAh battery. The highlight of the product is the dual-camera system at the rear, comprising a 2-megapixel and a 12-megapixel camera. The front camera has an 8-megapixel resolution.
HTC One Me
One ME is a smartphone in the One series introduced after the One M9. The device has a full polycarbonate unibody construction with a Dualtone style.
One ME features a 5.2-inch QHD display. In terms of hardware, One ME uses MediaTek Helio P10 processor, 3 GB RAM, and 32 GB internal storage expandable via memory card. The front side also integrates a fingerprint sensor despite having dual BoomSound speakers with Dolby Surround technology. The main camera system is a single 20-megapixel sensor, accompanied by dual LED flash. Meanwhile, the front-facing camera has a 4-megapixel resolution with UltraPixel sensor. The device runs Android 5.0 with HTC's Sense 7.0 UI and has a 2,840 mAh battery. HTC One ME supports dual SIM connectivity and 4G LTE network.
The primary camera system consists of a 20-megapixel sensor with dual LED flash. Meanwhile, on the front side, the secondary camera has a 4-megapixel resolution with UltraPixel sensor. The device runs Android 5.0 with HTC's Sense 7.0 UI and has a 2,840 mAh battery. HTC One ME supports dual SIM connectivity and 4G LTE network.
Mobiistar Prime X Max
Mobiistar's mid-range smartphone features a rounded metal body with a 5.5-inch Full HD display protected by 2.5D curved glass. The Prime X Max packs a punch with its latest MediaTek Helio P10 processor, 3 GB RAM, and 32 GB internal storage expandable via memory card.
Prime X Max stands out with its rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and a 21-megapixel camera featuring Sony IMX230 sensor for fast focusing. Additionally, enjoy long exposure photography for up to 32 seconds, a feature usually found in high-end models. Its front camera shoots at 8 megapixels with an expansive 88-degree wide-angle view. The device houses a 3,000 mAh battery and supports MediaTek's Pump Express fast charging technology and wireless charging with a compatible case.
Meizu MX6
Meizu MX6 sports a solid metal unibody design with rounded edges reminiscent of the iPhone, measuring just 7.25 mm thick. Its 5.5-inch Full HD display utilizes ultra-thin full incell technology. Under the hood, the MX6 is powered by the MediaTek Helio X20 processor, coupled with 4 GB RAM and 32 GB internal storage expandable via memory card. Running on Android 6 with Meizu's latest Flyme 5.2 UI. It's fueled by a 3,060 mAh battery.
The highlight of the MX6 is its 12-megapixel camera featuring Sony's IMX86 sensor, offering shutter speeds rivaling those of the Samsung Galaxy S7.
Zenfone 3 Laser
Zenfone 3 Laser focuses on photography features. The device uses a 13-megapixel Sony IMX241 sensor, PixelMaster 3.0 technology, ultra-fast 0.03-second autofocus thanks to second-generation Laser AF technology. Asus introduces EIS Blur-free technology for enhanced video recording capabilities on Zenfone 3 Laser. The device also features color adjustment sensors.
Zenfone 3 Laser boasts a solid metal unibody design. Its 5.5-inch Full HD display is protected by 2.5D curved glass. The version available in Vietnam is powered by the Snapdragon 430 processor, 4 GB RAM, and 32 GB internal storage expandable via memory card. Running on Android 6.0 with a 3,000 mAh battery. Asus Zenfone 3 Laser includes a fingerprint sensor.
