Time flies, and the Spring Festival is coming soon. In the period leading up to the Chinese New Year, the mobile phone market is relatively quiet as major brands have already released their flagship models. Some muscle-flexing, large-screen models are scheduled to be released after the New Year. As a result, many people are starting to feel indecisive about which phone to buy. But don’t worry. When buying a phone for the Spring Festival, just look out for these three models, as they are both reliable and reasonably priced.
Redmi K70E (12+256GB, Reference Price: 1899 yuan)
The Redmi K70E is the first phone to debut the Dimensity 8300-Ultra processor, paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, ensuring impressive performance. It features a 6.67-inch 1.5K OLED screen with a peak brightness of up to 1800nits, supports 12-bit color depth, 120Hz high refresh rate, and 1920Hz high-frequency PWM dimming, setting a top-notch standard for its price range.
With a 64MP OV64B OIS main camera, 8MP ultra-wide, 2MP macro, and a 16MP front camera, it’s more than sufficient for daily photography needs. The narrow bezels and curved glass back give it a high-quality feel, far from the typical budget phone impression. With a massive 5500mAh battery and 90W fast charging, battery life is not a concern. Priced at 1899 yuan, it continues the tradition of Redmi’s high cost performance and stands out as one of the best options in its price segment.
iQOO Neo9 (12+256GB, Reference Price: 2299 yuan)
The iQOO Neo9 is one of the most sought-after high-cost-performance phones at this time, powered by last year’s flagship chip Snapdragon 8 Gen2, providing a smooth user experience for both daily use and gaming. It also features a 6.78-inch 1.5K 144Hz 8T LTPO display, ensuring high smoothness while effectively reducing power consumption. With a peak brightness of 1400nits, it delivers a clear display even in outdoor sunlight.
In terms of photography, the iQOO Neo9 doesn’t compromise despite its high cost performance, adopting the IMX920 OIS main camera, the same as the vivo X100, and delivering excellent photo performance. The 8MP ultra-wide camera is also not lacking, making it perfect for wide scenic shots. It boasts a 5160mAh large battery, 120W fast charging, NFC, dual speakers, 9595 linear motor, and infrared remote control, all packed into a slim 7.99mm body with narrow bezels, presenting a design that doesn’t look cheap. Priced at 2299 yuan, it outclasses its competitors and can be considered a great deal.
realme GT5 Pro (12+256GB, Reference Price: 3399 yuan)
The realme GT5 Pro, a phone that has been in short supply since its release, has created quite a buzz. It is equipped with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen3 processor, ensuring performance that won’t be outdated for years to come. It also features a top-notch 1.5K display with a peak brightness of 4500nits, allowing for a great HDR video experience on the go.
The realme GT5 Pro excels in imaging, with a 50MP LTY808 OIS main camera, an 8MP IMX355 ultra-wide, and a 50MP IMX890 OIS periscope telephoto camera, each delivering outstanding photo performance across different focal lengths. It also boasts a 5400mAh large capacity battery, 100W fast charging, 50W wireless charging, ensuring long-lasting battery life and multiple fast charging options. With NFC, linear motor, dual speakers, and a metal frame, it covers all the essential features, while its price of 3399 yuan is disruptive and leaves no room for its competitors.
These three models are currently the most worthy products to consider purchasing, offering not only price advantages but also strong performance, screen display, imaging capabilities, and comprehensive features that stand out within their respective price ranges. Most importantly, these three phones address the issue of budget-friendly products lacking in appearance, as their designs are top-notch and do not give off a budget phone vibe at all. So, among these three phones, which one do you like the most?