Which smartphone suits me? - The 5 best buying tips

Find a smartphone that suits me? Not easy! You should determine which you ultimately buy based on various factors. So that you are happy afterwards, we show you the 5 best buying tips in this practical tip.

1. Find out the intended use

With hundreds of smartphones, the selection is not very easy. However, you can make the whole field a little smaller by finding out what you want to use your smartphone for.

• Messenger users: You only need your smartphone to stay in touch with others. You want to use services like "WhatsApp" or "Threema". An entry-level smartphone without strong hardware would be sufficient for you.
• The gambler: You have your smartphone with you as a mobile game console. Whenever possible, try to crack your own highscore in the graphic cracker "AirAttack HD Lite". Real gamers will only be able to meet their needs with a high-end smartphone. Alternatively, check out the best cell phones to play with.
• The worker: For you, the smartphone is a constant companion, both privately and professionally. You open and edit documents, check your emails regularly and manage your appointments. An upper middle class cell phone will satisfy you.
• The all-rounder: You have games, listen to music, have various (system) apps and occasionally write an email. A mid-range smartphone is worth considering for you.

2. Make claims

After you have already classified yourself in a category, you should find out your requirements for a smartphone. Ask yourself the following questions:

• How big should my display be and what resolution should it have?
• Should it be of high quality or is a "plastic bomber" enough for me, because I'm going to buy a protective cover anyway?
• Should the camera be good?
• Do I need the fastest processor (for all my games) or is simple computing power enough for me?

3. Compare operating systems

You can further narrow your field by comparing the operating systems. There are mainly 4 different ones, each with its advantages and disadvantages.

• Android (Samsung, HTC, Huawei, Sony, ...). With this operating system you have more freedom of use and can design your mobile phone almost individually.
• iOS (Apple). Apple's iOS is known for its ease of use and is also well structured.
• Windows Phone (Nokia, Samsung). An operation that you know from the PC: Stylish tiles provide an overview.
• Blackberry OS (Blackberry). Blackberry manufactures company smartphones. The focus is on business and office applications.

4. Find smartphones

After you have found out what you want to use your smartphone for and which operating system is right for you, it is time to search. Get an overview based on the search criteria you have already worked out. Are you demanding or do you just need a smartphone to chat?

• Check out our leaderboard. There you will find many smartphones that are listed based on ratings.
• Listen around in the news. New smartphone flagships often attract media attention and are presented in detail.
• Just take a look at the offers from Samsung, HTC and Co.

5. Pay attention to the price

Money is playing an increasingly important role - also with smartphones. High-end devices are usually not less than 600 euros. Entry-level smartphones, on the other hand, often do not exceed the 200 euro limit.

• Compare the prices. You can often make a real bargain if you look at eBay or various Internet forums.
• Are successor models always better? We'll tell you here.
• The best touch phones up to 111 euros.
• The best smartphones up to 200 euros in the check.
• Smartphones up to 500 euros tested by Chip.

If you have decided on a smartphone, it is worth looking for discount offers. Note: You can use or sell old smartphones sensibly.

Smartphones in the test

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T

BestCheck offer

final grade

1.9

Good

• Performance (2.1)
• Facilities (2.5)
• Battery (1, 1)
• Display (2.0)
• Camera (1, 7)

price

from € 173.89

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Very cheap (1.0)

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TO THE SHOP

(Galaxus)

TO THE SHOP

(Galaxus)

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Motorola One Action

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final grade

2.0

Good

Review

• Performance (2.0)
• Facilities (2.3)
• Battery (1.6)
• Display (1.8)
• Camera (2, 3)

price

from € 199.52

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Inexpensive (1.6)

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TO THE SHOP

(Compuland)

TO THE SHOP

(Compuland)

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Xiaomi Mi A3

BestCheck offer

final grade

2.0

Good

Review

• Performance (1.9)
• Facilities (2.7)
• Battery (1.7)
• Display (2.0)
• Camera (1, 7)

price

from € 151.05

price estimate

Very cheap (1.3)

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TO THE SHOP

(Honorbuy)

TO THE SHOP

(Honorbuy)

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Motorola Moto G7 Power

BestCheck offer

final grade

2.2

Good

Review

• Performance (2.1)
• Facilities (2.7)
• Battery (1.0)
• Display (2, 3)
• Camera (3.1)

price

from € 149.00

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Inexpensive (1.7)

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TO THE SHOP

(Saturn)

TO THE SHOP

(Saturn)

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Huawei Mate 20 Lite

BestCheck offer

final grade

2.3

Good

Review

• Performance (2.2)
• Facilities (2.3)
• Battery (1.4)
• Display (2.0)
• Camera (3, 3)

price

from € 199.00

price estimate

Inexpensive (2, 1)

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TO THE SHOP

(Computer Universe)

TO THE SHOP

(Computer Universe)

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