If you’re thinking of changing your phone but don’t want one with a very large screen, you might want to choose a 5-inch smartphone. So that you know how to make the right choice and which aspects are most important to look out for, we’ve put together a guide to the best 5-inch smartphones you can find. This way, you can check what other users think about each device, and choose the one you think best suits your preferences. Read on!
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Why go for a 5-inch phone?
As we said, not all users are good with large smartphones, and many still opt for smaller options, such as 5-inch smartphones.
To give you an idea, a 5-inch smartphone is what we consider a small phone today. But on the other hand, they are cheaper and more manageable, which makes many users prefer to forgo a huge screen for the sake of convenience.
So, if you are one of those who prefer to have small mobiles to carry them more comfortably, the 5-inch size is ideal.
Which are the best 5-inch smartphones?
We show you the list of the 5 small mobiles that we like the most out of the wide variety that exists on the market today:
1) Google Pixel 2: IP67 protection rating
We start the review by talking about the Google Pixel 2, a smartphone with a 5-inch AMOLED touchscreen display offering optimal resolution. It is equipped with Qualcomm’s Octa-core processor, which gives it a storage capacity of 4GB of RAM and 128 GB internal memory.
If you like to go out and play sports with your phone, or are thinking of taking it to the beach or the river, you should know that it has IP67 protection, which guarantees greater resistance to water splashes.
We’re also talking about the cameras. The smartphone has a 12 MP lens, optical image stabiliser and a high-quality front camera that records in 4K. And, just like the other competitors, it supports NFC, has a fast charging option and, being part of the Google ecosystem, the Google Assistant is directly in Spanish.
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2) Alcatel 1B: a very cheap mobile with a good operating system
We move forward in our review with a smartphone that belongs to one of those brands that will always remain in our memory, Alcatel. The highlight is that it integrates the Android 11 Go Edition operating system, which will reduce battery consumption and thus optimise the daily life of the smartphone.
In fact, the battery lasts up to 16 hours, including talk time. If you listen to music uninterruptedly, it can run for 60 hours. It also has a 5.5-inch HD display, and a screen-to-body ratio of 81%.
The quad-core processor gives it 2Gb RAM and 32 internal memory, which can be expanded to 128 with a microSD card. It doesn’t have the largest storage capacity on the market, but for the price it’s more than enough.
Finally, think that this is a mobile for less than 100 euros, something very difficult to find nowadays.
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3) Xiaomi Redmi 7A: great performance of the main camera
The Xiaomi Redmi 7A is the middle of the comparison. This is a 5.45-inch smartphone with a touchscreen display and a resolution of 1440 x 720 pixels. To be fair, this might not be the phone we’d choose for work, but if you’re looking for a simple model that’s good for everyday use, it could be a very good choice.
The operating system we found is Android 9.0, and it integrates facial recognition. And, without a doubt, one of the most outstanding advantages is its price, less than 150 euros. In terms of storage, it can hold 2 GB RAM and 16 GB internal storage. It also has a 13 MP camera, a feature that most of the smartphones we have analysed have in common.
The battery is 4000 mAh, which is average. In terms of other tech features, it supports Bluetooth version 4.2, and has dual SIM capability.
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4) Sony Xperia XZ2: the smartphone with the largest screen size
The fourth model in the review has a design that is more reminiscent of traditional mobile phones, but with a more modern technological touch thanks to the curved design on the back, which gives it a unique and personal character.
The storage is 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB internal memory, not bad in this sense. And, as additional features, it includes a fingerprint reader and NFC support.
As for the screen, it is one of the largest of the models we have chosen, at 5.8 inches, and offers images in Full HD+ resolution. In addition, the glass is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5, which guarantees greater resistance.
If we analyse the cameras, we see a 19 MP rear camera and a 5 MP front camera. The highlight is the 4K video recording, as well as the three-dimensional option offered by the front camera.
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5) Nokia 8 Sirocco: cameras with Pro mode for the best photo quality
We close this selection with a Nokia that has the Android 8.0 operating system, but is very good value for money. It has a 5.5-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 2560 x 1440 pixels, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. It also features three microphones that provide a dynamic range with 24-bit audio and allow you to record at up to 132 decibels.
As for the cameras, there is a 12 MP camera with Professional mode, which allows you to adjust photographic parameters such as ISO sensitivity, shutter speed, focus, white balance, etc.
Another element that convinces us about this smartphone is the good set of additional smart features for such a simple phone.
The fast charging function allows you to recharge 50% of the battery in 30 minutes. It also supports NFC technology, has a GPS function, face and smile detection and a whole host of other technological features.
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Bottom line: the best 5-inch smartphone is….
The one that best suits your search preferences. The final conclusions always depend on the basic needs of each user, which, as you know, do not necessarily coincide.
In this case, moreover, we are not dealing with the latest generation devices, so the subjective criteria gain more weight than the technical ones. From our point of view, a good option is the Sony Xperia, although it has a higher price compared to the rest, but it has the backing and guarantee of a highly advanced technological brand.
Alcatel’s mobile phone is not bad either, as it integrates the Android operating system with the most up-to-date version, and its price is extremely attractive, as it is less than 100 euros.
In this line we highlight the Redmi 7A, which although it doesn’t have any particular feature that differentiates it from the rest, its price is very good. But, as we usually tell you, the best way to assess which model is the most suitable is up to you.
In short, think about what your essential requirements are when it comes to buying a 5-inch smartphone and, from there, choose the one you like best.
Top 5: the best-selling small smartphones on Amazon
There is no doubt that the biggest platform for the sale and distribution of electronic products today is Amazon. For this reason, it is interesting to check which models are most frequently sold on this marketplace, because if in doubt, it can help you:
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