18.08.2014

Choose a good smartphone with dualSIM.

1.HTC One M8 dual sim
We start our review with the most fucked up smartphone. HTC One M8 dual sim is the dual-SIM version of HTC's flagship. If your wallet allows it, then you need to take only this model.

The HTC One M8 dual sim smartphone is cool for everyone: a huge Full HD screen, a quad-core processor, 2 GB of RAM. In general, everything here is the coolest; we won’t list all the characteristics. Separately, it is worth noting the design of the device. Unlike other plastic crap, this smartphone is made of aluminum. Looks like it's just fucked up. Let us remind you that not many smartphones around the world are made of aluminum. The advantages of the NTS M8 dualSIM often include its UltraPixel camera. However, in reality this is all show-off. The camera here is the most ordinary, the quality of the photos is not particularly different from others in this price category. The price of HTC One M8 dual sim in Russian retail chains is 30 thousand rubles, in Ukraine – 10,499 UAH. Yes, it sucks, but it's the best dual-SIM smartphone. If you want to be the coolest, please slobber on a stack of green ones.

2.
We go further down in price. The next smartphone is Huawei Ascend P7. It can safely be considered the favorite of this rating in terms of price/quality ratio.

The most unusual, but quite practical implementation of a dual-SIM smartphone was proposed by Huawei engineers. In the flagship model Huawei Ascend P7, in addition to the main SIM card slot, there is a universal connector into which you can install a second SIM card or a MicroSD memory card. This solution allows, for example, to have increased disk space on your smartphone on your home network, and to install a SIM card from a local operator when traveling abroad.

The smartphone itself boasts a very cool design. It's hard to see in the pictures, but the Huawei Ascend P7 is very thin (6.5 mm) and stylish. It just fits perfectly in the hand and looks just fucked up. As for the characteristics, there is quite a high-quality Full HD screen with a diagonal of 5 inches, a quad-core processor and 2 GB of RAM. In fact, Huawei Ascend P7 is an analogue of the HTC One M8 dual sim in terms of characteristics, but it is inferior to the latter in terms of the quality of the body materials. Huawei Ascend P7 is sold in Russia at a price of 17.5 thousand rubles, in Ukraine – 6300 UAH.

3.
Next in our review is the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini DualSIM smartphone. Not a particularly interesting smartphone, similar to all other Samsung models, which does not particularly stand out. Average price for an average product.

The Samsung Galaxy S4 mini DualSIM smartphone is, in theory, a smaller version of the flagship with support for 2 SIM cards. However, in reality it is far from a flagship; it is an ordinary Samsung Galaxy, in which the manufacturer used the name of the flagship for marketing purposes. As the basis of the hardware platform, it uses a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chip with a clock frequency of 1.7 GHz, and the RAM capacity is 1.5 GB. The resolution of the main camera of the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini DS is 8 megapixels. These are good characteristics, but still not flagship ones. In addition, the appearance of the device is frankly shitty, it stinks of plastic, the body creaks. An interesting feature of the smartphone is the presence of an infrared port, which can be used to control household appliances. The price of this “galaxy” is about 13 thousand rubles in Russia, and about 4300 UAH. in Ukraine.

4.
Despite the fact that Lenovo is a Chinese company, its smartphones are of good quality. Like many Chinese manufacturers, Lenovo produces almost all of its devices with two SIM cards at once. It is very comfortable. It is not clear why the dualSIM phenomenon is not so popular in Europe.

The Lenovo S860 smartphone “makes the mother” of smartphones from well-known brands (like Samsung or LG). This model is head and shoulders above the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini DualSIM in all respects, but has a much more modest price tag. Here you have 4 processor cores, 2 GB of RAM, a 5.3-inch HD touch screen, and a battery of as much as 4000 mAh (which is especially important with two active SIM cards). Let us immediately note that if you are determined to take a “long-lasting” dual-SIM smartphone, then there is simply no more capacious battery than the Lenovo S860. And this is for a completely reasonable 8 thousand rubles in Russia and 2.8 thousand UAH. in Ukraine.

5.
We decided to complete our review with perhaps the only dual-SIM smartphone running the Windows Phone operating system.

The Nokia Lumia 630 DualSIM model, like any other WP smartphone, cannot be called a good solution, but it is the only dual-SIM option for fans of the Microsoft mobile platform. The model itself is very strange: it has an excellent quad-core Snapdragon 400 processor, but only 512 megabytes of RAM are installed. The screen is very disappointing; its diagonal is a whopping 4.5 inches, which is quite large for a meager resolution of 854x480 pixels. Particularly eagle-eyed users may notice entire squares on the smartphone screen. The only thing the screen can boast of is the ClearBlack anti-reflective coating; it protects quite well from “hares”. Nokia Lumia 630 DualSIM is quite suitable as a gift for a girl due to its bright colors. It’s not comme il faut for a respectable man to take such a bright orange mobile phone out of his pocket. The price of the first and so far only dual-SIM smartphone on the Windows Phone OS is 7,500 rubles in Russia and 2,200 UAH. in Ukraine.

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All selected smartphones differ in that both SIM cards are active in them. That is, in the settings you do not need to disable one SIM card to enable the second one. However, there is still one radio module, so at any given time you can use only one card out of two.

Typically, a smartphone with two SIM cards has certain limitations. When you talk on one SIM card, the second one appears busy for those who dial your number. But this can be a very important challenge that should not be missed! If you are afraid of encountering such a problem, then you need to choose more than just a device. You need to make sure that they can work in simultaneous mode. Unfortunately, very few such devices have been created. We will talk about almost all of them in today’s article.

It is important to know!

If you already have a device in your hands into which a pair of SIM cards is inserted, then you may want to check the supported operating mode. To do this, just call yourself from one number to another. If the call does not go through, then the SIM cards operate in alternating mode. If it passes, then everything is in order: both SIM cards work simultaneously.

Huawei Nonor 8

• Operating system: Android 6.0
• Display: 5.2 inches, 1080 x 1920 pixels
• Battery: 3000 mAh
• Weight: 153 g

Price: from 17,200 rub.

The model is no longer new, but is still sold in stores. In fact, this is the only regular device without protection that has two active SIM cards. If it seems old, then you will have to consider the “indestructible gadgets” listed below. There are several versions of this smartphone. They have the same number of radio modules, but the memory capacity is different - you can choose between 32 and 64 GB. There is no need to think too much before making a choice, since you can always use it if you wish. The device is not new, but do not be surprised by the presence of a connector here. I also received the device at my disposal, which is no less important.

LTE-Advanced support should also please the buyer. It’s not for nothing that this device is sold at a high price in 2019. It has not only a pair of radio modules, but also! Under both lenses there is a 12-megapixel matrix. If you love photography, then you should definitely choose this smartphone! It is reliable and productive - you are unlikely to encounter any problems during operation. What is important is that this is a metal smartphone with two SIM cards - minimal plastic is used in its production.

Advantages

• Type-C is present.
• The latest wireless network standards are supported.
• Recognizes fingerprints.
• Good front camera (8 MP).
• There is a dual main camera.
• The screen has high resolution.
• Lots of RAM and permanent memory.
• Powerful processor of our own production.

Flaws

• The price may seem high.
• Although beautiful, the body is slippery.
• The second radio module is unstable.
• Old OS version.

AGM X3

• Operating system: Android 8.1 Oreo
• Display: 5.99 inches, 2160 x 1080 pixels
• Battery: 4100 mAh
• Weight: 216 g

Price: from 50,900 rub.

is a brand that assembles devices for the army. In particular, the company makes smartphones commissioned by the German armed forces. At the end of the contract, these gadgets go on sale to ordinary users without changes in the technical component, the army software is simply removed. In other words, AGM X3 is a phone with security standards and MIL-STD-810G. It is impossible to kill him. With all this, it looks quite modern without heavy rubber protectors, bolts and other paraphernalia.

The hardware of the new product is impressive - the most powerful Snapdragon 845 chipset, memory 6/8 GB and 64/128/256 GB. The smartphone received a high-quality dual camera at the back - 24 + 12 megapixels and a front camera - 20 megapixels, both produced by the company. The model has a capacious 4100 mAh battery, which is enough for 3 days of operation under load, and there is support. To protect against unauthorized access, a finger scanner is installed. The sound is provided by JBL stereo speakers, the maximum volume is 98 dB. At the same time, a JBL specialist with perfect hearing was responsible for setting them up. There is full support for all wireless interfaces and of course both SIM cards work together here. Thus, AGM X3 is a top-end smartphone with a high protection class.

Advantages:

• Powerful filling.
• There are all the necessary wireless interfaces.
• Military grade protection.
• If protected, the device has a classic appearance, as well as the weight and dimensions of a regular smartphone.
• Great sound.
• High autonomy.

Flaws:

• High price tag.

AGM A9

• Operating system: Android 8.1 Oreo
• Display: 5.99 inches, 2160 x 1080 pixels
• Battery: 5400 mAh
• Weight: 216 g

Price: from 21,990 rub.

The model is the younger brother of the device discussed above. Visually, they are very similar, have the same protection class, but the A9 is weaker in terms of hardware, which ultimately affected the price tag. The device has a Snapdragon 450 processor. This is a mid-level chipset that will not provide top-end performance, but overall behaves quite well. For those who are not looking for a gaming machine, this device is suitable. Memory – 3/32 GB or 4/64 GB. The device has a more capacious battery, also has fast charging and a full set of wireless interfaces, including the simultaneous operation of two SIM cards (combined slot) and . There is fingerprint protection.

Both cameras are single – 12 MP on the back and 16 MP on the front. Sound – speakers from JBL, sound volume 106 dB, it’s like the user has a high-quality boombox in his hands. For its money, the model is inferior to many Chinese competitors in terms of camera and performance, but only a few will be able to offer the same sound quality and excellent level of protection in any operating conditions. In addition, it is almost impossible to find a powerful device on the market in a classic design with two active SIM cards.

Advantages:

• Good memory reserve.
• Excellent autonomy.
• High quality display.
• Classic appearance for a protected model.
• Safety for use in extreme conditions.
• Loud noise.
• There is NFC and two active SIMs.

Flaws:

• A weak chipset for its price tag.
• A fairly simple single camera.

DOOGEE S80

• Operating system: Android 8.1 Oreo
• Display: 5.99 inches, 2160 x 1080 pixels
• Battery: 10000 mAh
• Weight: 398 g

Price: from 34,990 rub.

Another representative with two active SIM cards, like the previous options, is a protected device. However, unlike them, the device turned out to be very large and with a pronounced “indestructible” appearance. In addition, the smartphone is heavy, has a very capacious battery with fast charging, and can work as a VHF radio. The device received three protection classes - IP69K, MIL-STD-810G.

Despite all of the above, the device boasts good hardware - Helio P23, 6/64 GB memory. All this gives decent multitasking and productivity. The device has all the necessary modern interfaces and a Type-C connector. Combined SIM card slot. Rear camera – 12+5 MP, front – 16 MP. The quality of the images is certainly not at the level of conventional phones with a similar price, but for a rugged device they are quite acceptable.

For those buyers who find the device too heavy and thick, and who don’t need the radio function, it makes sense to take a closer look at the S70 model. It has exactly the same filling, but without an outlet for the radio antenna and a less capacious 5500 mAh battery, which affects the thickness and weight - 13.6 mm and 278 grams versus 21.2 mm and 398 grams for the S80. The cost of DOOGEE S70 starts from 17,800 rubles.

Advantages:

• High protection class.
• Good memory reserve.
• Two active SIM cards.
• Full set of wireless interfaces.
• Fingerprint protection.
• Capacious battery with fast charging.
• Not bad cameras.
• VHF radio.

Flaws:

• Very thick and heavy.
• Quite a cheap chipset for its price tag.
• There is no headphone output (but there is an adapter included).

Ulefone Armor 5

• Operating system: Android 8.1 Oreo
• Display: 5.85 inches, 1512 x 720 pixels
• Battery:
• Weight: 228 g

Price: from 13,900 rub.

Armor 5 from is another and very interesting one to buy. In 2019, it is quite difficult to surprise the buyer with the fact that a gadget with military-grade protection looks like a classic smartphone, but the Chinese company decided to go further and offered one with protection, good parameters, and even at a more than affordable price. An interesting point - to promote the product, Ulefone installed a 2-year factory warranty on the new product.

The model has a display with a notch, the body is made of glass (is this really a protected gadget?), and the surgical steel frame (that’s what Apple does) has been replaced with rubber, which absorbs all impacts when dropped. The device looks very stylish and similar to Apple devices, although it is, of course, not a complete copy. The device is not limited to stylish design and protection. It has a good dual camera of 13+8 megapixels and a nice front camera of 13 megapixels. The smartphone received two active SIM cards (you will have to sacrifice a memory card), as well as NFC, a fingerprint scanner, Type-C. Unlike their “colleagues”, they did not remove the headphone jack here. This is a very positive thing. Chipset – Helio P23. Considering the cost of the model, this is a worthy choice. Memory – 4/64 GB, there’s nothing to complain about here either. The 5000 mAh battery supports fast charging.

Taking into account all of the above, the company was able to make an excellently balanced device with an affordable price and pleasant appearance. It may well be considered for everyday use, and not just when you need an indestructible device.

Advantages:

• Decent hardware.
• Beautiful appearance.
• High level of protection.
• Availability of NFC.
• Two active SIM cards.
• Not bad cameras.
• Excellent battery life and fast charging.
• Two years warranty from the manufacturer.

Flaws:

• None.

Removed from selection

ASUS ZenFone 2 ZE551ML

• Operating system: Android 5.0
• Display: 5.5 inches, 1080 x 1920 pixels
• Battery: 3000 mAh
• Weight: 170 g

Price: from 9,990 rub.

Manufacturing a device with two radio modules is a rather complex and expensive task. Therefore, now a very small number of companies are engaged in this business. Most often, their products are very expensive. Fortunately, there are exceptions to the rule, as evidenced by the ZenFone 2 ZE551ML. Despite the presence of as much as 4 GB of RAM, the device is quite inexpensive. The exact cost will depend on how much internal memory you need.

We recommend choosing the 16 GB version, since you can always use a microSD card if necessary. The device is capable of transmitting data via LTE networks. It also has Bluetooth 4.0 wireless modules and, more importantly, Wi-Fi 802.11ac.

An interesting feature of the smartphone is the fact that it is powered by an Intel processor. The graphics accelerator is also good here, with it the device can run any modern games. However, sometimes the graphics settings will still be reduced. But nothing else was expected from such an inexpensive smartphone.

Overall, this is a fairly powerful device with a good battery. He can only be upset by a large number of defects. And we strongly do not recommend updating to the sixth version of Android, as it suffers from numerous incurable errors!

Advantages

• Lots of RAM;
• There are versions with different amounts of permanent memory;
• There is a slot for a microSD card;
• Decent processor and graphics accelerator;
• Good screen with high pixel density;
• There is support for 4G networks;
• Capacious battery;
• Not a bad 13 megapixel camera.

Flaws

• Some people may find it heavy;
• Internet is available only for one SIM card;
• There are copies with defects.

HTC Desire 700

• Operating system: Android 4.1
• Display: 5 inches, 540 x 960 pixels
• Battery: 2100 mAh
• Weight: 150 g

Price: from 5,500 rub.

This smartphone is almost impossible to find in official retail. But it can be purchased relatively cheaply through Avito and other services with free advertisements. At one time, the device was a real hit. People liked the 8-megapixel camera, which produced good images. The smartphone was even more captivating when playing music - the creators did not skimp on good speakers. What was disappointing here was the lack of a 4G module - at the time of the announcement it had not yet been built into devices of this price category.

Advantages

• Connecting a headset via Bluetooth 4.0;
• There are many useful sensors available;
• High-quality GPS chip;
• Relatively good main camera;
• Stable operation of the operating system;
• High sound quality.

Flaws

• Old version of Android;
• Not all copies have two radio modules;
• Not enough memory;
• Low display resolution;
• No LTE support.

Conquest S6

• Operating system: Android 4.4
• Display: 5 inches, IPS, 720 x 1280 pixels
• Battery: 4000 mAh
• Weight: 275 g

Price: from 29,780 rub.

A smartphone that combines a bunch of advantages and disadvantages. It has a capacious battery, which ensures long-term battery life. The device also boasts good protection against dust and water. But all this led to the fact that the smartphone weighs unaffordably! Also, not everyone will like the fact that such an expensive device has an outdated version of the operating system. However, there are also more recent versions of the device equipped with Android 5.0.

Unlike many other modern smartphones, the Conquest S6 has an event indicator light. It's very convenient to immediately notice if you missed an incoming message or some kind of notification. Under the body of the device there are 1 GB of RAM and permanent memory (but there are other configurations). At the time of its announcement it was the gold standard. Now this may not seem enough. An interesting feature of the Conquest S6 is the presence of a loop for a carabiner or lanyard. This suggests that purchasing a smartphone is recommended for lovers of active recreation.

Advantages

• Water protection according to IP68 standard;
• Long battery life;
• There is a loop for a lanyard or carabiner;
• There is a gyroscope, compass and a couple of other sensors;
• Good navigation module;
• Capable of transmitting data via 4G networks;
• Not a bad screen;
• There are no serious complaints about the main camera.

Flaws

• Old version of the operating system;
• Weak processor for such a price;
• Not the largest amount of memory;
• Exorbitant price tag.

Torex S18

• Operating system: Android 5.1
• Display: 4.3 inches, IPS, 540 x 960 pixels
• Battery: 3500 mAh
• Weight: 249 g

Price: from 19,950 rub.

If you need to buy a smartphone with a protected case, then you can pay attention to the Torex S18. Unlike some competitors, it does not cost astronomical money. Although no one argues that budget phones are even cheaper. This model is distinguished by its size - the device easily fits into any average pocket. On its front panel there is a 4.3-inch display made using IPS technology and having a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels. With such a diagonal, this is a quite tolerable parameter; individual pixels are quite difficult to see with the naked eye. The device can also please you with a 13-megapixel camera. Surprisingly, the creators even worked on the front camera. Its 5 megapixel resolution may not be enough for shooting masterpieces, but it is quite enough for communicating via Skype. The body of this device is protected from water, dust and shock. But it still cannot be called very reliable - at least the touch keys under the display speak about this. But the Torex S18 can still be considered productive. There is 2 GB of RAM, and the quad-core MediaTek processor can handle any application. A smartphone is not suitable only for modern games, but this is understandable. The device does not disappoint in terms of communication either - the creators have introduced an LTE module into it.

Advantages

• Good cameras on the front and back panels;
• There are many useful sensors, including a barometer and compass;
• Data transmission via 4G networks is possible;
• Not a bad resolution for such a small display;
• Good protection from moisture and dust;
• Decent amount of RAM;
• Stable functioning Android 5.1.

Flaws

• Weighs a lot;
• No light sensor;
• Many will still not be able to afford it.

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A selection of phones for those for whom one SIM card is not enough.

Dual SIM phones are quite popular. At a similar cost to their single-SIM counterparts, they offer work with two numbers at once, for example, personal and work. This allows you to select a favorable combination of tariffs from different operators, eliminating the hassle of replacing a card and the cost of an additional dialer.

There are, of course, disadvantages. As a rule, dual-SIM smartphones discharge faster, and the slot for the second SIM card is often combined with a slot for a memory card.

As you can see, when choosing a good smartphone with 2 SIM cards, there are certain pitfalls. Therefore, we have compiled a rating for you of the best and inexpensive dual-SIM phones so that you can make the right choice.

10th place

Umi Rome X is an inexpensive phone with two SIM cards and a large 5.5-inch display. The most interesting thing about the smartphone is its design, which looks like the flagship Samsung Galaxy S7. The similarity is achieved due to the thin body, smoothed shapes and curved rear panel at the edges. The advantages of Umi Rome X include a removable battery and separate slots for two SIM cards and a memory card. At the same time, the device is quite inexpensive - about 5 thousand rubles.

But the smartphone also has some disadvantages - the lack of 4G, solid weight and a weak battery with a capacity of 2500 mAh, which is not enough for such a large display.

9th place

Doogee X5 Max is an affordable dual-SIM smartphone with 4G, a good battery and a fingerprint sensor. The phone offers its owners a clear HD display, a capacious 4000 mAh battery and Android 6.0 on board. But the most important thing is a removable cover that allows you to quickly replace the battery, as well as separate slots for two SIM cards and a memory card. In addition, we highlight the unusual design with curved ends, like some LG smartphones, and an affordable price from 4 thousand rubles.

The disadvantages are a large and weighty body, rather weak 5 MP cameras and a small amount of RAM, only 1 GB. But if you add one or two thousand rubles, you can buy Doogee X5 Max Pro - the same model, but with more memory (16 GB ROM and 2 GB RAM).

8th place

Meizu M3s is perfect for those who want a metal 4G smartphone with two SIM cards. Despite the modest price tag of 8 thousand rubles, the Meizu M3s has plenty of advantages. This is a thin metal body with good assembly, a fingerprint scanner, a 5-inch display with HD resolution, as well as high-quality 13 and 5 MP cameras. In addition, the phone will feature 16 GB of permanent memory and a 3200 mAh battery.

There are some disadvantages, but they are not serious: a slightly dim display, a non-separable body, and a combined slot for a second SIM and memory card.

7th place

Xiaomi Redmi 3 is a good choice for those looking for an inexpensive smartphone with a powerful battery and dual SIM cards. In our opinion, this is one of the best budget dual-SIM phones of 2016. By purchasing Xiaomi Redmi 3 for just 8 thousand rubles, you will receive a metal smartphone with a bright and clear screen, decent performance and high-quality 13 and 5 MP cameras. But the most interesting thing about the phone is the high autonomy provided by the 4100 mAh battery. Despite the powerful battery, Xiaomi Redmi 3 is not thick or heavy.

There are also disadvantages: a non-removable battery and a combined slot for SIM and microSD cards. Separately, we note that for the same price you can buy Xiaomi Redmi 3s - the same phone, but supplemented with a fingerprint scanner.

6th place

Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) is a 5-inch dual SIM phone. The LTE version of the model will cost you 9-10 thousand rubles, but the 3G modification is already more expensive. The main advantage of the smartphone is its bright and clear AMOLED display with wide viewing angles, making it easy to read in the sun. In addition, the phone is well-built, and its battery life is at a decent level. What is important for a dual-SIM model is that under the removable cover you will find separate slots for SIM cards and memory cards.

The disadvantages include small amounts of memory (8 GB of storage and 1.5 GB of RAM), low performance and unimpressive 8 and 5 MP cameras.

5th place

Microsoft Lumia 640 LTE Dual SIM is a cheap dual-SIM phone running Windows 10. It may not be the newest, but as of January 2017 it costs between 6-7 thousand rubles. The phone has a clear and bright 5-inch display, a good 8 MP camera for its price tag, and high battery life. Despite the weak hardware, the smartphone works quickly and supports LTE and even NFC. We also note a well-assembled case, a removable cover and a separate slot for a memory card that does not pretend to be a SIM card.

The disadvantages are a small amount of built-in memory, a weak 1 MP front camera and a limited selection of applications. When purchasing, be careful: there are other modifications of the phone - both single-SIM and without 4G support.

4th place

Xiaomi Mi4c is perfect for those who want an inexpensive dual-SIM smartphone of almost flagship level. The model was released at the end of 2015, since then its price has dropped to 7-8 thousand rubles. The phone is equipped with a clear 5-inch Full HD display and advanced 13 and 5 MP cameras. In its price range, this is the most powerful dual-SIM smartphone thanks to the 2015 flagship processor, Snapdragon 808 (the same as the top-end LG G4) and 2 GB of RAM. Xiaomi Mi4c's communications are also almost flagship-level - there is 4G, an infrared port, and high-speed Wi-Fi. The autonomy is ensured by a battery with a decent capacity of 3080 mAh and support for fast charging.

Xiaomi Mi4c has only one drawback - there is no slot for a memory card, which will be especially noticeable in the 16 GB version. Also keep in mind that the model has a non-separable body and a new USB Type C connector.

3rd place

Asus ZenFone 2 ZE551ML is a powerful phone with two SIM cards and two radio modules. Since 2015, the price has dropped to 11-12 thousand rubles, but has not become outdated. The main feature of the model is flagship performance. Inside the phone there is a powerful chipset and 4 GB of RAM, like some laptops. At the same time, the phone looks quite unusual, boasts a removable battery and separate slots for two SIM and microSD cards. But what is more important is two radio modules, which is extremely rare today. This means that both SIM cards can work simultaneously: receive calls and not lose connection to the Internet when calling from the other card.

The disadvantages include low battery life and mediocre cameras for almost a flagship. In addition, the Asus Zenfone 2 ZE551ML is quite large and heavy, and the location of the control keys will seem inconvenient to many.

2nd place

Lenovo Vibe Shot is a dual-SIM smartphone with a good camera. It came out back in 2015 and significantly dropped in price to 13 thousand rubles. In addition to an advanced camera, Lenovo Vibe Shot boasts a stylish design, decent battery life and high performance. We also note that this is a rare phone with a non-separable body, but separate slots for two SIM cards and a memory card.

The phone also has its drawbacks - the lack of an NFC chip and the easily soiled, glossy plastic that peels off from the body of the device over time. In addition, it is strange that Lenovo Vibe Shot is positioned as an advanced camera phone, but cannot shoot 4K video.

1 place

Huawei Honor 7 is a fairly powerful phone with 2 SIM cards and two radio modules. It costs from 19 thousand and offers almost top-end characteristics. Thus, Honor 7 can boast of high-quality 20 and 8 MP cameras, a metal body with a fingerprint scanner, a high-quality display, high performance and an additional Smart Key control button. But the main advantage of the model is two radio modules, allowing two SIM cards to work simultaneously. With such a smartphone, you will be able to talk and not lose your Internet connection from the second SIM card, and also receive two calls at once.

Honor 7 also has some disadvantages - a non-separable body and a combined slot. The latter is especially sad, because the amount of permanent memory is small for the money, only 16 GB. Also, for a top-end model, the phone looks unimpressive, and the battery life is only average.

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The best smartphones with dual SIM cards are always popular, because due to this feature it is possible to separate work and personal life. This is also an opportunity to use tariffs from different mobile operators with maximum benefit, because often some have cheaper calls, while others have cheaper internet. Therefore, having a second SIM slot will allow you to save a lot every month. Now almost all phones are equipped with two slots, and we, in turn, decided to prepare a rating of the best among them.

Top 10 best smartphones with dual SIM cards

Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite

In their new product, Xiaomi managed to achieve the ideal ratio of price and technical characteristics, as they always know how to do. As a result, the phone is very cheap, but still offers excellent battery life thanks to a 4000 mAh battery, cameras and a well-optimized shell. The budget smartphone is equipped with a bright screen with a characteristic cutout on top. The camera is dual, it works with artificial intelligence support, which allows you to more accurately blur the background in portrait photographs.

The Mi A2 Lite is powered by a Snapdragon 625 chip with a frequency of up to 2 GHz. It is supported by the Adreno video chip, which allows you to play most modern games on medium-high graphics. The 2018 Mi A2 Lite was included in the rating of the best phones with two SIM cards due to its optimal memory capacity - 3/32 GB or 4/64 GB.

Pros of Mi A2 Lite:

• Excellent display with minimal bezels;
• A powerful 4000 mAh battery, which makes the smartphone very autonomous;
• Dual camera with AI;
• Clean Android One shell;
• All metal body.

• No NFC;
• MicroUSB port;
• Poor quality of night photos.

Honor 10 is perhaps the best dual-SIM smartphone of 2018, which fully justifies its price. The new product not only looks bright, but also has excellent cameras with AI, a powerful processor and optimal amounts of memory. The phone is as close as possible to the flagships, despite the fact that it costs significantly less. Huawei Honor 10 is the best choice for those who want to get the most sophisticated device that provides maximum capabilities at a low price.

Pros of Honor 10:

• The design is fully consistent with current trends of 2018;
• Good performance, screen and sound;
• Dual camera with good aperture and AI.

• The glass body is very slippery and gets dirty quickly.

Mi8 is a solid flagship with powerful hardware and a number of innovative features, such as 3D face unlocking. It is implemented using an infrared sensor, which works well even in complete darkness. Particular attention was paid to the smartphone's cameras, which can be used to take excellent photos under any conditions. The diagonal of the display has been increased even more, but the body itself has retained its compact dimensions thanks to the reduction of the frames.

Pros of Xiaomi Mi8:

• The cameras take the best pictures in their price range;
• Large full-format AMOLED display;
• Premium materials and build quality of the case;
• 3D face unlock;
• Top characteristics.

• No microSD slot;
• iPhone X style cutout at top.

It is not for nothing that the P20 is included in the rating of smartphones with two SIM cards. Of course, its older brother with the Pro console will be better in terms of cameras, but it is prohibitively expensive. The device runs on a Kirin processor, which is inferior to the 845 in terms of performance, but this is felt exclusively in games. The main thing about the new product is its cameras. There are two of them, and thanks to good optics and algorithms, the photos are of high quality under any conditions. The P20 Pro turned out to be the best photo camera of 2018. The overall picture is completed by excellent battery life and a display that occupies almost the entire area of ​​the front panel. By choosing Huawei P20, you get a powerful flagship that can handle any task.

Pros of Huawei P20:

• Excellent cameras;
• Bright screen surrounded by small frames;
• Original colors and design;
• Battery life;
• Excellent build and characteristics.

• The processor is not as powerful as the Snapdragon 845,

ASUS ZenFone Max Pro

ASUS ZenFone Max Pro is a popular smartphone from a Taiwanese manufacturer. It boasts a chic IPS display, which, with a diagonal of 6 inches, operates at FullHD+ resolution. The phone's interface works quickly, and there are no problems in games thanks to the Snapdragon 636 processor. In addition to it, there is 3 or 4 GB of RAM, as well as 32 or 64 GB of internal memory. This allows everyone to choose the best option.

Everything is good in terms of cameras - the main one is 13 and 5 megapixels, the front camera is 8 megapixels. During the day the quality is excellent. Worse at night, but still decent. The model was included in the rating of the best smartphones with two SIM cards due to its affordable price and balanced hardware, which is not far behind the level of flagships. The performance is enough for any task, including demanding games.

Pros of a smartphone:

• Good performance, as for a budget employee;
• Pure Android with useful additions from ASUS;
• There is NFC;
• High-quality sound and top battery life.

• Unfinished camera algorithms.

This is the best smartphone that boasts not only 2 SIM cards, which allows you to combine tariffs from different operators, but also a first-class 6.3-inch screen. The optimal resolution was chosen for it - 2340 by 1080 pixels, and the flagship Kirin 970 processor is responsible for the performance. There are two memory options for the device - 4/64 GB or 6/64 GB.

Recently, the manufacturer has been making progress in all directions, but has been especially successful in the area of ​​cameras. Both the 16 megapixel front camera and the dual main camera with a resolution of 16 and 2 megapixels take excellent photographs. Already from the name it is clear that Honor Play is aimed at those who like to spend their leisure time playing mobile games. When the base processor frequency is no longer enough, GPU turbo technology comes into play, giving a performance boost. You might think this is a clever marketing ploy, but the technology really works. This is confirmed by customer reviews.

Pros of Honor Play:

• Good cameras and performance;
• Modern design;
• Good frameless screen;
• Top sound and autonomy.

• In the evening, all the flaws of the camera appear;
• The graphics accelerator does not always run games at maximum.

If you don’t yet know which smartphone is better to buy with 2 SIM cards, then in no case should you pass by the Xiaomi Pocophone F1. The main advantage of this model is that it costs much less than its competitors, while offering the flagship Snapdragon 845 processor. The flagship clearly shows that high technology can be cheap. True, to achieve this we had to save on the materials of the case. Plastic is used, which is not at all as tactilely pleasant as metal or glass.

The affordable flagship has a 6.1-inch high-resolution screen, which is great for playing PUBG or watching your favorite movie. There is also plenty of memory - 6 GB of RAM combined with 64 or 128 GB of internal memory. The camera, in the best traditions of 2018, is dual - 12 and 5 megapixels. Front camera 20 MP.

Pros of Poco F1:

• Cheapest phone with Snapdragon 845;
• Autonomy;
• System performance;
• You can install MicroSD;
• Not bad cameras.

• No NFC;
• Plastic housing.

It is not at all surprising that the OnePlus 6T is included in the rating of the best phones with two SIM cards, because it has all the advantages of flagships, but at the same time the price is half the price compared to offers from A-brands. The main feature of the new product is the screen with a built-in fingerprint scanner. Unlike Vivo Nex, it works perfectly, not inferior to a traditional scanner either in speed or accuracy. Its operation will not be affected by protective glass if you decide to glue it on top. The display itself is made using AMOLED technology, boasts FullHD+ resolution and a 19.5:9 ratio. The diagonal was increased to 6.41 inches, and the “bangs” were replaced by a drop-shaped cutout.”

The memory volumes are absolutely amazing - 6 or 8 RAM combined with 128 or 256 GB of internal memory, so MicroSD is definitely not needed. There is NFC, but unfortunately they abandoned the 3.5 mm connector. The Chinese company listens to the opinions of customers, improving the cameras and increasing the battery capacity by 400 mAh, which gave excellent results.

Pros of OnePlus 6T:

• The fastest flagship with Snapdragon 845;
• Good battery life and display;
• Convenient interface, as close as possible to pure Android;
• Stylish design in accordance with all 2018 trends;
• Ergonomics;
• Scanner on screen.

• Wireless charging is not supported;
• The camera is good, but lags behind the best flagships.

Honor 8X is a budget option with two SIM cards that everyone can afford. The smartphone belongs to the mid-price category, offering an excellent screen, stylish design with original colors and a new processor. For modest money you get a top-end design and powerful hardware that can cope with any task.