Sales of the latest generation Galaxy S7/S7 EDGE have begun all over the world, they have arrived on Russian shelves, and the volume of pre-orders in Europe and Russia is breaking records. However, there are always those who choose alternatives and do not consider buying a flagship, especially from Samsung, justified. Any point of view has the right to life, so this article contains all the alternatives to the Galaxy S7/S7 EDGE, these are the best devices that you can buy today or in the near future. You should not consider this material as unambiguously interpreting something in favor of a particular device, and this is not a comparative review, but a discussion of what is on the market, what are the pros and cons of each of the devices. I hope that this material will help you decide what you want to get from the phone and how to profitably invest your money, enjoying the smartphone.

In order to refresh in memory what S7 / S7 EDGE is, I suggest reading our materials.

Apple vs Samsung - image vs image

The age-old debate is whether Samsung has an image component or whether the luxury generation can only use Apple phones, because others are not glamorous enough. Here everyone has their own ideas about beauty, but looking at the TVs hung in the luxurious Majestic Hotel in the center of Barcelona, ​​I see on them not the name of an American corporation at all. As well as in the bar on the roof of the hotel, the iPhone owners are approximately equal to those who use the Galaxy, and the two of us with the old Canadian look at each other affectionately, since we have a slightly different choice of smartphones, we are from a different sandbox. Moreover, it is no worse and no better than the one in which other people sit, this is their choice and their idea of ​​​​beauty. I have several phones that I use depending on the situation, one of them is always Samsung, as I love taking pictures. But this is about performance, while Apple has always built its communications on the image and charged extra money for it. They were the first to popularize metal in the body of devices, although such phones were before, they managed to make it a vital necessity for everyone. They popularized glass as a screen protector. But since then a lot of water has flowed under the bridge, and today you will not surprise anyone with this, inexpensive Chinese phones have both glass and metal, not to mention the flagships of various companies. In this aspect, the Galaxy line, starting from the sixth generation, and the sevens are very similar to it, stands on a par and even wins in some way, as it has unusual design models of the EDGE series, they have curved screens.

And from the point of view of the image, it is precisely such devices that catch the eye, look unusual. However, Apple smartphones are perceived as a standard and have become a kind of uniform for certain social strata. Why not? It is almost impossible to distinguish the iPhone 6 from the 6s if you do not look at it and consider the devices. But this is a typical situation that is typical for Apple, the design is changed every two years, for the third.

You know, tastes differ, it's useless. Therefore, we must honestly say that if you do not like the Galaxy S7 / S7 EDGE, then you should not force yourself, it makes no sense. Do not convince yourself and others, choose what you think is right and beautiful. And this is not a matter of technology, functions or something like that, rather it is a matter of your tastes, and secondly - financial capabilities.

You have to pay for the image. In Russia, the price of iPhone 6s 16GB starts from 53,990 rubles, for example, such a price in Beeline. Official prices in the Apple branded store are higher, starting at 56,990 rubles.

This is noticeably more than 49,990 rubles for the Galaxy S7, which this device competes with. Of the serious disadvantages, if you are going to use the phone not only for calls, memory limitation. The most popular format is devices with a memory capacity of 64 GB, this is the optimal amount. The S7 has 32 GB of built-in memory, and there are also memory cards of almost any size.

Of course, if we're talking about image, you can buy an iPhone 6 and pretend you have the latest model. But there is no point in this, then you can buy the Galaxy S6 and also pretend that you have something new, reasoning is about the same order. Moreover, the difference in cost persists.

For the iPhone 6s Plus, prices start at 62 thousand rubles from the company's partners, in the company store - from 65,990 rubles. For S7 EDGE, the price is from 59,990 rubles, which is at the level of last year's prices, as if there were no fluctuations in the ruble exchange rate. But when we talk about the beautiful, commercialism should go nowhere, you need to choose what is closer to you.

Technologically, the iPhone has never been strong, this is an average solution with a large share of the fashion component, which you have to pay for. Average, good camera, little memory in the base model, rather dead battery and many other rough edges. But then everyone will know that you are like everyone else and you have an iPhone. Life is good and all that.

On the other hand, if your status rests only on the phone, then you have serious problems with your social position and who you are and what you do. It doesn't matter what you have in your hands, the image is formed from many components, and the phone does not play the most important role here. To paraphrase a classic, everything in a person should be perfect, both a car and a telephone.

For pragmatists, the iPhone has long become too expensive, as a result, they create a new image that the Galaxy is no worse in terms of perception, and they quite succeed. Therefore, I will not take any side in the question of who is better, iPhone or Galaxy, to each his own. This is akin to a dispute about who to choose - a brunette or a blonde.

In October, the seventh generation of the iPhone will appear, you can wait for it, hoping for a miracle and that the design, case materials will change a lot and new chips will appear. But I do not think that all this will happen, there are simply no prerequisites for such expectations.

Samsung vs Samsung - an old friend is better than two new ones

The price war that has died down in Russia has made the cost of the previous generation of Galaxy not just competitive, it is the lowest price for these flagships in the world. Therefore, when choosing between S7/S7 EDGE and, for example, S6/S6 EDGE/S6 EDGE Plus/Note 5, you should seriously think about what to buy. Let's describe the most serious differences between these devices, which can be considered fundamental:

• There are no memory cards in the 6 series, you are only limited by the phone's memory, the basic version is 32 GB;
• SuperAMOLED screens with QHD resolution, as in 7s, but do not have the Always ON function, that is, they are turned off in standby mode, the exception is the status bar in EDGE, which can be made always active;
• No protection against water, while in the 7 series the IP68 standard, that is, the phones will not drown even if they fall into the water;
• Android 6.0.1 is available on all devices, a single UI, but there are no additional chips on older models, for example, the Wi-Fi repeater function;
• The camera has been redesigned, the resolution has decreased to 12 megapixels, focusing speed and detail have increased, color reproduction has been improved, the camera on the sevens is the best on the market and shoots perfectly in the dark;
• The battery capacity is higher in the 7-series, which automatically means more runtime on a single charge.

By and large, those who say that the design of the sevens is not far from the previous generation are right. It's true, they are made in a single, easily recognizable style. On the other hand, in the hands of S7/S7 EDGE lie like a glove, ergonomics have improved dramatically.

We have a video comparing these devices, so check them out to get an idea of ​​the differences.

Now the most delicious, about the prices. You can buy an ordinary, flat S6 for 35,000 rubles, in terms of price / quality ratio this device has no equal on the market, just a great purchase in every sense. The undoubted disadvantage is the lack of a memory card, but it is possible that you don’t need this, 32 GB is enough, because on the iPhone people somehow live with 16 GB. In principle, due to the difference in cost, these devices are from different price categories, but they are the same in terms of speed, quality of materials and other parameters. The main thing is that you do not lose much in the performance of the display, it is also one of the best.

It's not worth expecting a fall in the price of S6/S6 EDGE due to the release of new products, they are already at a minimum level. The cost of EDGE, by the way, is 47,990 rubles, which is already close to S7.

The question here is what do you like more externally. But I would still sacrifice the curved edge, especially since on a 5.1-inch diagonal it is not as convenient as on large devices.

A serious test will be the choice between the usual S7 and S6 EDGE Plus, the second one costs 50 thousand rubles, and this is a very interesting price. I always vote for a larger screen size and a larger battery. But often people are looking for a compact device, and here you need to build on this and your needs. Considering the difference of 10 thousand rubles with S7 EDGE, the “old” model will do just fine on the market and will be sold even in large volumes.

Oddly enough, the main competition in terms of sales for the sevens will be the models of the sixth series, they are cheaper, for many their functionality is sufficient, and the price plays a primary role.

The Note line stands apart, it is higher class. You can look at Note 4 (very inexpensive for such a device in Russian realities, and it will last for a couple of years - there is a replaceable battery and memory cards), or you can look at Note 5 if you need a stylus and hate the curved screen in EDGE. But it makes no sense to directly compare them with the sevens, Note 6 comes to their base in the fall.

And I don't want to be like everyone else, I want to be special

There is a small but very valuable group of people who are not limited in funds, but they are sick of being like everyone else, they want to get something special, different from what the majority uses. Unfortunately, there are almost no high-quality alternative devices on the smartphone market, the big players somehow imperceptibly deflated and are far behind Samsung and Apple. However, one such device exists, the Blackberry PRIV.

A slider with a QWERTY keyboard, an excellent AMOLED screen with curved edges, an emphasis on data security and many small but interesting features. The maximum price on the market, the lack of official supplies and guarantees are all serious disadvantages. But they do not stop those who think differently from the majority. This is a real opportunity to stand out wisely and not lose in productivity and opportunities. Not such a good camera, but quite good. Read the review to understand what you lose and what you gain if you choose Blackberry PRIV.

Another option to stand out is to buy a Lenovo Moto X Force with a shock-resistant screen that can withstand falls from different heights. A good device, but there is no zest in it. For a big fan.

Another option to become special is to wait until the summer and buy Sony X Performance. The price is unknown, but it will not be low. As a result, you can get into trouble while you wait.

Pure Google without the nasty TouchWiz - geeks vote for Nexus

Technology enthusiasts always want to get something special, like new versions of Android without any add-ons. To do this, there is the Nexus line, which has not become popular over the years, but every time different companies release their own vision of inexpensive and functional devices. Stop, inexpensive Nexus were once at the dawn of their appearance, and now they are quite a match for flagships. For example, Nexus 6P (Huawei) can be considered a competitor for S7 EDGE. It has a very good camera, which in many respects is comparable to the S7/S7 EDGE. Inferior, but only geeks and meticulous users will notice it. Larger, more massive, a kind of male device, while the S7 EDGE is well suited for both men and women. Despite the screen size, it is quite compact, and the display itself is an order of magnitude better.

Of the minuses, I note the lack of memory cards, the basic version is 32 GB. The processor is from the flagships of the previous season (Snapdragon 810), this is important for enthusiasts, otherwise how will they measure virtual parrots, having previously cooled the smartphone in the freezer. Yes, and RAM is only 3 GB against 4 GB in the seven. In a word, a good device, but at a price of 45-50 thousand rubles it does not unequivocally outperform the usual S7, and S7 EDGE, although more expensive, is noticeably more functional, it has a lot of everything that geeks like so much (processor, IP68 protection, a bunch of new technologies and chips). And here you have to choose between waiting for the Android update with everyone, and getting it quickly, but sacrificing functionality and speed.

For the 5-inch model, the competitor is the Nexus 5x (LG). Here I note a slightly worse screen and the absence of memory cards, versions of 16 and 32 GB. 2700 mAh battery, not the most productive (but quite powerful) processor - Snapdragon 808. A good device that did not go on sale at all, the basic 16 GB version came out at 35 thousand rubles, but for this money people chose the LG G4, which has a card memory. As a result, the cost today is 25 thousand rubles, while 32 GB costs 37 thousand rubles. This makes the device similar in cost to the S6 of the same type, but noticeably cheaper than the S7. The question here is who does it compete with, in your opinion, with the old S6 or the new S7.

Uncle Liao, who created his version of Galaxy for three kopecks

There are people in the world who firmly believe that they are being deceived, and if a large company sells something for three rubles, then the same product from a lesser-known brand will cost three kopecks. It is pointless to fight such misconceptions, everyone remains with their own opinion. The main thing is that you can choose any Chinese smartphone worth from 2,000 rubles as an alternative for sevens and then consistently prove that it is no worse. He will definitely have a screen, he can call and also works on Android. I don’t want to get into such a discussion, so I’ll focus on the most powerful smartphones from the Chinese, which theoretically can compete with S7/S7 EDGE.

Of course, you need to start with Vivo XPlay 5, on paper this smartphone simply tears everyone and everything, take a look at the characteristics:

• Body materials: metal, glass, plastic inserts
• Operating system: Android 5.1, Funtouch OS 2.5.1
• Network: GSM/EDGE, UMTS/HSDPA, LTE (TDD Band 38, 39, 40, 41, FDD Band 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8), DualSIM
• Screen: SuperAMOLED (curved at the edges), diagonal 5.43”, resolution 2560x1440 pixels, 541 ppi
• Platform: Qualcomm Snapdragon 652/Qualcomm Snapdragon 820
• Processor: Octa-core, 4 cores Cortex-A72 + 4 cores Cortex-A53 / Quad-core, 2 cores Kryo 2.15GHz + 2 cores Kryo 1.6GHz
• Graphics: Adreno 510/Adreno 530
• RAM: 4/6 GB
• Flash storage: 128 GB (UFS 2.0)
• Memory card slot: no
• Interfaces: Wi-Fi+ (ac/a/b/g/n) dual-band, Bluetooth 4.1 LE, USB Type-C connector (USB 2.0, USB OTG) for charge/sync, 3.5 mm for headset
• Main camera: 16 MP (IMX298), with autofocus and flash, f/2.0, video recording in FullHD
• Front camera 8 MP, f/2.4
• Navigation: GPS (support A-GPS), Glonass, Beidou
• Audio: two ESS Saber ES9028 DACs and three OPA1612 amplifiers in Xplay 5 Elite
• Additionally: fingerprint scanner, FM radio, accelerometer, light sensor, proximity sensor, quick charge function (Quick Charge 2.0 and 3.0)
• Battery: 3600 mAh
• Dimensions: 153.3 x 76.2 x 7.6mm
• Weight: 168 grams

Outwardly, this is a copy of S7 EDGE, with a simpler screen from Samsung, but it is also curved, there is no Always On function, as before. As well as additional modes of operation, less brightness and so on. But on paper, it is very, very good, but for the Chinese it is an achievement. This is an attempt to mix in one device everything that can be collected on the good market, and it is possible that the attempt is successful. The price of the “simple” version of this flagship is $560, the older version is $650. And here the question arises, who agrees to buy Vivo at the price of Samsung. I'm sure the sales will be discouraging.

The Chinese have other worthy devices, for example, Meizu Pro 5.

Diagonal 5.7 inches (competitor for S7 EDGE), AMOLED screen from Samsung (flat), their processor, as in the flagships of the previous year, not bad, but far from ideal, a 21 megapixel camera from Sony. The official cost of the 32 GB version is 40,000 rubles, 64 GB - 43,000, gray deliveries from 32 thousand rubles and more. This is a very competitive price (if we are talking about prices for gray devices). One of the most interesting models in the phablet segment, which can really compete with Samsung products. But due to the perception of Meizu, sales of this brand in Russia, only connoisseurs know and love these products, the number of which, however, is constantly growing.

At last I will tell you

I confess that I wanted to add here a bunch of cheaper models from Chinese companies, including manufacturers of the second and third tier, but then I realized that this is pointless. They are simply worse and inferior in many respects, and the low price does not at all justify the absence of certain features and technologies. Let the buyers of these devices think that they saved money and bought devices no worse. It is quite possible that this is the case for them and their use cases. Immediately everyone tries on what is needed, how the smartphone is used and what you want to get from it.

It can be argued that the Galaxy 7s have no direct competitors in terms of their capabilities. On the other hand, it all depends on how much you demand certain functions. It is possible that the same protection against water is not important for you and you do not need it. By varying the parameters and what you need specifically for you, you can choose a device that suits your needs. Do not force yourself and buy what you do not like. If you are sick of the Samsung brand, then leave it to others, there are many alternatives described above from which you can choose a decent device. I would be glad if you also give your alternatives in the comments and can, using facts, show what is so good and cool about them, how they outperform S7/S7 EDGE.

The sound in wired headphones for these two smartphones is slightly different, but in cool wireless Xperia XZ1 Compact sounds much, much cooler. Autonomy in the "Japanese phone" is also not an example of cooler - one and a half times in commercials.

There are no other compact flagships on Android, so Sony is not modest in prices and sells the XZ1 Compact for the price of two iPhone SE - for 40 thousand rubles. For a smartphone that is dishonored in photography, this is unreasonably expensive, but the same "Compact" can be bought on the "gray" market for only 26-28 thousand rubles. Fans of cool smartphone photos will still prefer the more expensive iPhone 6s, but if I were connoisseurs of compact smartphones, I wouldn’t even think about it - iPhone SE is noticeably worse, Samsung “buried” the Galaxy A3 series, and the new XZ2 Compact will be on sale only in the second half years and will cost so much that you immediately want to.

What to buy to replace ASUS ZenFone 2 ZE551ML/ZE550KL (2015)

ZenFone 2 came at a good time. Three years ago, 52 rubles were already asked for a dollar, and lovers of cool smartphones had to stop “living widely”. ASUS was the first to benefit from this situation - everything was already in order with the reputation of the Taiwanese, and Intel threw Atom smartphone processors for "penny". Buyers were happy - for 20 thousand rubles they received a smartphone with a then cool Full HD screen, good cameras, an “above average” processor and then the coolest 4 GB of RAM. In general, an analogue of modern Chinese "top models", but at a sane price in official retail.

At the beginning of this year, the new Samsung Galaxy S7 was released, which immediately fell in love with a multi-million army of brand fans around the world.
Operating experience has shown that the Galaxy S7 replicas were quite successful, but, unfortunately, they are now discontinued. We invite you to familiarize yourself with other current models:

Compared to its predecessors, the gadget received not only a more powerful technical characteristic, but also has a more attractive appearance.

Alas, the price of the flagship was not affordable for everyone. Fortunately, there is a unique opportunity to purchase an exact clone of an advanced device, costing at least five times less.

The Korean and Chinese copy, although not by much, is still inferior to the original, nevertheless, it deserves your attention. You will understand this by reading the Samsung Galaxy S7 copy review.

Not everyone can buy the original model. If you want to save a lot, do not miss the opportunity to become the proud owner of a wonderful gadget.

Let it even be a copy of a smartphone, because its quality is on top!

Why is a copy interesting?

First of all, it should be noted that the Chinese or Korean copy of the Galaxy S7 looks completely identical to the original model. It is impossible to find differences with the naked eye, the smartphone is an exact copy!

Secondly, all copies can boast of high-performance stuffing. Such smartphones are running a modern version of the Android OS. This means that you can run any modern application or game without any problems.

Thirdly, you can buy a gadget clone at a price that is several times less than the original.

Key Features

A copy of the Galaxy S7, without exaggeration, can be called the most unique smartphone from a Chinese manufacturer or a Korean manufacturer. Judge for yourself.

1. The clone works on a 4-core MTK processor.
2. The graphics chipset and clock speed ensure that applications run as fast as possible.
3. Outwardly, the copy is indistinguishable from the original - the exact parameters, full compliance with the color scheme, the absence of any bevels, gaps.
4. Exact as the original model, the dimensions are 70.5 × 143.4 × 6.8 mm and weighs 140 grams.
5. The smartphone features excellent sound quality, a camera with excellent color reproduction, a bright picture, new systems and various updates that an experienced user needs so much.
6. The rear camera practically does not stick out.
7. Powerful cameras - 16 and 5 MP.
8. 2 SIM cards.
9. Ease of use.

Choosing the right model

It is noteworthy that you can buy both a copy of the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge, which has rounded edges, and a copy of the standard SGS7.

You just have to make a choice. To make it easier to do, I suggest watching a video review of a copy of the smartphone.

Without exaggeration, it can be argued that such devices fully meet the advanced quality standards. The products of Chinese and Korean manufacturers are guaranteed.

A copy of the Samsung Galaxy S7 is a great opportunity for you to get this amazing modern smartphone, while saving significantly.

Moreover, you become the owner of a 100% copy of an advanced gadget.

Why is the copy price so much lower?

The Chinese and Korean models have some differences, which are reflected in lower prices compared to the original model.

They can be attributed to shortcomings, but I would not call them obvious. Let's consider them.

The speed of the device is slightly lower, because unlike the original, where the RAM has 4 GB, here we have 2 GB.

Much lower screen resolution and brightness.

In analogues, glass is replaced by plastic, while the body of the best smartphone is made of glass and metal.

In some cases, fakes differ in sacristies in size and parameters.

On the other hand, the technical characteristics of the clones are quite powerful, so that the advantages far exceed the minor disadvantages, as evidenced by the numerous positive reviews of those who have already managed to evaluate a copy of the Galaxy S7 in practice.

Characteristics of a copy of Samsung Galaxy S7, how to distinguish a copy from the original. Should I buy a Korean copy of the Galaxy S7 smartphone or not? Video review of a Chinese copy of the Samsung Galaxy S7, features, differences.

Presented today world's first smartphone with 6 GB of RAM. They became Vivo Xplay 5 in the top modification flagship edition. In addition, this version of the flagship received a powerful quad-core Snapdragon 820 processor and a QHD display curved from the sides, similar to that installed in the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge. The diagonal of the latter is 5.43", the matrix is ​​\u200b\u200bSuper AMOLED.

The amount of internal memory is 128 GB, which will be enough even without the possibility of expansion. The capacity of the built-in battery was 3600 mAh, there is support for accelerated charging. A fingerprint scanner is located at the back, allowing you to unlock the device in just 0.4 seconds, and with the screen on, in 0.2 seconds.

A 16-megapixel main camera with a Sony IMX298 sensor, 6 lenses, f / 2.0 aperture and phase detection autofocus is responsible for shooting capabilities. Selfie module on a smartphone with 8 megapixels with a function for taking photos with a resolution of 32 megapixels.

An important advantage of the gadget has become an advanced HiFi 3.0 audio system. The manufacturer used two ESS Saber ES9028 DACs and three OPA1612 amplifiers at once. The sound quality must be really great.

This modification of the flagship is estimated at about $655 or 49,715 rubles. Vivo Xplay 5 has and more affordable option, which will cost $ 565 or 42,880 rubles. A less impressive amount is justified by a lower rank processor, Qualcomm Snapdragon 652, and 4 GB of RAM.

Both versions of Xplay 5 are absolutely identical in appearance. The body of each is 98% made of durable magnesium-aluminum alloy in gold or pink. The role of the OS is Android 5.1 Lollipop with a proprietary Funtouch launcher, which received the split-screen function. The start of sales is scheduled for March 8.

Live photos of Vivo Xplay 5: