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Question

5 chinese smartphone choice?

May 9, 2017 4:19AM PDT

So I really need to get a new phone, my Oneplus 3 just broke. I dropped the phone on the tiles and the screen cracked big time.
I really just need some phone that does the job, call and text message (obviously) ,
browse the web, watch Youtube mostly.
I have sorted to these five and can not pick one, pros and cons for everyone. I really need some help here:
• Vernee Apollo,
• ZTE Axon 7,
• Huawei P9 Plus,
• Huawei Mate 8,
• Zenfone 3 Deluxe,

What would be the best choice?

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screen size
May 9, 2017 4:26AM PDT

• All tips, thoughts and answers welcome Grin

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Thoughts
May 9, 2017 4:30AM PDT

1. What's the use of your second post that only contains "Screen size" and nothing else that's relevant?
2. I agree that screen size might be a factor to help you decide
3. What did the reviews you read all over the net tell you about the characteristics of these phones compared to your requirements?

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May 9, 2017 5:03AM PDT

Yeah sorry about that, that wasn't supposed to be there, my bad.
I think 5,5" or 5,7" screen will be my choice.
Just want to know what people think is the best of these 5 phones.

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I think at the office we have some phones with 0.2 inch diff
May 9, 2017 8:49AM PDT

And just sitting there I can't tell the diff. Too small a diff?

With that many you'll have to hit the reviews and maybe Howard's Forums. Here without reason I'd try the Zenfone.

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AGM X1 IP68
May 13, 2017 8:18AM PDT

I recommend you AGM X1. 5.5 inch Super AMOLED, 4GB +64GB 13MP Dual rear Camera, 5400mAH battery.

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Huawei P9 Plus
May 14, 2017 12:00AM PDT

I think One Plus T3 is the best option. But if you want to choose any of these five, I suggest you to
Huawei P9 Plus.

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Huawei P9 Plus
May 18, 2017 3:07AM PDT

Huawei P9 Plus

Post was last edited on May 18, 2017 3:11 AM PDT