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6 best pocket sized smartphones in 2015: sub 5.0”, 20MP & more

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August 24
by Chris Eilers

Nowadays, smart phone screens are getting bigger and bigger. There are 5’’, then 5.5’’ and even 6’’ smart phones, such as the Nexus 6 by Google and Motorola or Huawei (2015). Though to some people bigger means better viewing experience, a smaller screen size is also an advantage. For example, for those who would want to put their phone in a pocket, a compact phone is better. This applies especially to those who only need basic use of a smart phone, and does not care about many things else. Therefore, in this article, Price Pony gives you the list of best pocket sized smartphones in 2015.

6 best pocket sized smartphones in 2015

  1. Sony Xperia Z3 Compact

    With its 4.6’’ display, Sony Xperia Z3 Compact is really a great choice. Not only does Sony Xperia Z3 compact design is beautiful, but it also has good hardware specs. Moreover, people love the extra IP rating it has.

    pocket sized smartphones Sony Xperia Z3 Compact specs

    Device Sony Xperia Z3 Compact
    Display 4.6” IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
    Shatter proof glass
    Thickness 8.6mm
    Weight 129g
    Camera REAR: 20.7 MP, 5248 х 3936 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
    FRONT: 2.2 MP, 1080p@30fps
    Processor Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801
    Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
    RAM 2GB
    Storage 16 GB (microsd card slot up to 128GB)
    OS Android OS, v4.4.4 (KitKat), v5.0 (Lollipop), planned upgrade to v5.1 (Lollipop)
    Battery Non-removable Li-Ion 2600 mAh battery
    Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
    SIM Nano-SIM
    Color Black, White, Green, Orange

  2. Samsung Galaxy Alpha

    Samsung Galaxy Alpha display is a 4.7’’ Super AMOLED screen, which is small comparing to its hardware specs. This pocket size monster can even compete with an iPhone 6.


     galaxy-alpha_1 Samsung Galaxy Alpha specs

    Device Samsung Galaxy Alpha
    Display 4.7” Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
    Corning Gorilla Glass 4
    Thickness 6.7mm
    Weight 115g
    Camera REAR: 12 MP, 4608 x 2592 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
    FRONT: 2.1MP
    Processor Exynos 5 Octa 5430
    Quad-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A15 & quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
    RAM 2GB
    Storage 32GB (NO card slot)
    OS Android OS, v4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to v5.0.2 (Lollipop)
    Battery Li-Ion 1860 mAh battery
    Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
    SIM Nano-SIM
    Color Charcoal Black, Sleek Silver, Dazzling White, Frosted Gold, Scuba Blue

  3. Apple iPhone 6

    Of course, we have to talk about iPhone when talking about pocket sized smart phones. The Apple iPhone 6 display is 4.7’’, which fits easily in any pocket. Moreover, it is an iPhone. What’s more to tell?

    iPhone-6 Apple iPhone 6 specs

    Device Apple iPhone 6
    Display 4.7” LED-backlit IPS LCD, capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
    Ion-strengthened glass, oleophobic coating
    Thickness 6.9mm
    Weight 129g
    Camera REAR:8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, phase detection autofocus, dual-LED (dual tone) flash
    FRONT: 1.2MP
    Processor Apple A8, Dual-core 1.4 GHz Cyclone (ARM v8-based)
    RAM 1GB
    Storage 16/64/128 GB (NO card slot)
    OS iOS 8, upgradable to iOS 8.4
    Battery Non-removable Li-Po 1810 mAh battery
    Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
    SIM Nano-SIM
    Color Space Gray, Silver, Gold

  4. ZTE Nubia Z9 Mini

    A mini version of the high end phone from ZTE, which feature a 5’’ display. Though it is bigger than other phones on the list, its hardware specs are more amazing either.

    ZTE-Nubia-Z9-Mini ZTE Nubia Z9 Mini specs

    Device ZTE Nubia Z9 Mini
    Display 5” Capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 1080 x 1920 pixels (~441 ppi pixel density)
    Thickness 8.2mm
    Weight 147g
    Camera REAR: 16 MP, 5312 x 2988 pixels, optical image stabilization, autofocus, LED flash
    FRONT: 8 MP, 1080p
    Processor Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615
    Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53
    RAM 2GB
    Storage 16 GB (microsd card slot up to 128GB)
    OS Android OS, v5.0.2 (Lollipop)
    Battery Non-removable Li-Ion 2900 mAh battery
    Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
    SIM Nano-SIM, DUAL SIM
    Color Black, White

  5. Huawei Ascend P7 Mini

    Huawei Ascend P7 is a huge favorite, and Huawei Ascend P7 Mini is too. HUawei Ascend Mate 7 Mini display is a 4.5’’ screen. The phone sports relatively good specs, notably Qualcomm Snapdragon 400.

    Huawei Huawei Ascend P7 Mini specs

    Device Huawei Ascend P7 Mini
    Display 4.5” TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
    Thickness 7.8mm
    Weight 115g
    Camera REAR: 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels, autofocus, LED flashh
    FRONT: 5MP
    Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
    Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
    RAM 1GB
    Storage  8GB (microSD, up to 32 GB)
    OS Android OS, v4.3 (Jelly Bean)
    Battery Li-Po 2000 mAh battery
    Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
    SIM Micro-SIM
    Color Black /White

  6. HTC One M7

    HTC old smart phone feature a small screen of 4.7’’. With this screen size, HTC One M7 display can still fare well with other high end smart phones. Its specs are also great to take note of.

    HTC-One-M7-2 HTC One M7 specs

    Device HTC One M7
    Display 4.7” Super LCD3 capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
    Corning Gorilla Glass 2
    Thickness 9.3mm
    Weight 143g
    Camera REAR: 4 MP, 2688 x 1520 pixels, autofocus, optical image stabilization, LED flash
    FRONT: 2.1MP
    Processor Qualcomm APQ8064T Snapdragon 600
    Quad-core 1.7 GHz Krait 300
    RAM 2GB
    Storage 32/64 GB (NO card slot)
    OS Android OS, v5.1.1 (Lollipop)
    Battery Non-removable Li-Po 2300 mAh battery
    Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
    SIM Micro-SIM
    Color Black, Silver, Red, Blue, Gold