What's good
- Affordable pricing
- Great display
- Sleek design
- microSD card support
What's bad
- Scratch-prone rear cover
- No fingerprint scanner
- No water/dust resistance
- So-so battery life
- No fast charging
- Inconsistent camera
Verdict
While LG pushes expectations of what display quality to expect in the budget market, it falls short in other more important aspects—such as the camera and overall performance. Due to this, you’re likely better off looking at other options unless you absolutely must have an 18:9 screen on a budget.
See full review, specs & pricesMicrosoft Surface Duo 2
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OS
- 5.8"Display size
- 12+ MP Camera
- 2.84 GHzProcessor
- 128/256/ 512 GBStorage
- Yes4G
What's good
- Made with Green materials
- Durable
- Good battery life
- Five-year warranty
What's bad
- Poor cameras
- Temperamental fingerprint scanner
- No headphone jack
Verdict
When it comes to eco-friendly phones, there aren’t many options out there. That’s where Fairphone 4 comes in. While it’s not the top phone out there, it’s probably the most sustainable, and it runs pretty well.
What's good
- Excellent battery life
- Interesting design
- Bright, punchy OLED display
- Plenty of storage
- MicroSD support
- Good camera
- Fast charging
What's bad
- Price
- Weak audio
- Not actually an Android One device
Verdict
Offering a nearly stock Android experience, good everyday performance, and a powerful camera, the Motorola One Zoom offers a compelling camera phone option in the mid-tier price bracket. Just don’t mistake it for an Android One device.
What's good
- Compact size
- Great performance
- 120Hz display
What's bad
- No wireless charging
- No telephoto lens
- No storage expansion
Verdict
The Asus Zenfone 8 proves that you don't need to sacrifice performance or features to enjoy a super-portable phone. Unless you're looking for a huge display or days-long battery life, it's a compelling small-sized Android option.
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