Support for NFC technology is becoming quite common in the mobile phone world thanks to the proliferation and development of online payment systems such as Samsung Pay and Android Pay. This is especially true for high-end devices and even many gadgets from the mid-price category. At the moment, the main field of application of this technology for smartphones is contactless payments, in the mode of bank card emulation.
We present you a selection of the most best smartphones with NFC 2018that have received high ratings and good reviews from Yandex.Market users.
10. Huawei P20
Sold for 39,148 rubles.
Unlike previous generations of the P series with metal "bodies", the P20 has a glass back. Unfortunately, this change was made for aesthetics only. The main benefit of the glass back is usually wireless charging. However, Huawei has not included wireless charging on the P20.
The large 5.8-inch LCD screen features rich colors and good brightness.
The P20 is powered by Huawei's Kirin 970 chipset, which includes a neural processing unit (NPU) designed to work with artificial intelligence (AI). This allows for the new features of the dual 12/20 MP rear camera. For example, adjust the image settings depending on which object the camera is looking at. If you don't like the way AI handles, this feature can be turned off in the camera settings.
P20 is considered Best Smartphone 2018 for Photo Quality... In the DxOMark ranking, the model takes 2nd place, second only to the Pro version.
Plus, thanks to NPU and AI, the smartphone can analyze how you use it and optimize battery life based on that.
The manufacturer did not spare the built-in memory, its volume is 128 GB. The amount of RAM is 4 GB, as in most devices of the middle price category.
As for the 3400mAh battery, it will last a day on a single charge. If you think you need more, check out the P20 Pro model with a 4000mAh battery.
Pros:
- The P20's fingerprint sensor is one of the best smartphones in the world. It is not only fast enough, but accurate enough to always recognize your finger.
- One of the best rear cameras that NFC smartphones have in 2018.
Minuses:
- You cannot expand onboard storage.
9. Xiaomi Mi Mix 2
The cost is 32 650 rubles for a model with 256 GB.
In 2016, Xiaomi managed to surprise the world with its huge 6.4-inch, frameless Mi Mix smartphone. In 2017, its successor Mi Mix 2 was released - one of best frameless smartphones for today. When creating it, Xiaomi took into account past mistakes and made the device more comfortable for small palms, and also made some improvements to the main functions.
The front of the phone is dominated by a 5.99-inch display. The top, left and right sides of the display are almost bezel-less (screen-to-body ratio is 93%), and the sensors and the front camera are located on the chin.
On the back is a 12MP gold-edged camera, dual LED flash and a fingerprint sensor. The device handles most tasks with ease thanks to the powerful Snapdragon 835 processor, which is paired with 6GB of RAM and 64GB to 256GB of internal storage.
The NFC module reads the Troika transport card without any problems, and generally works without any problems.
The Mi Mix 2 has a 3400mAh battery, which is more than enough to keep the device running throughout the day. Should you still need to recharge your smartphone during the day, you'll be happy to know that the phone supports Qualcomm's Quick Charge.
Pros:
- The ceramic exterior of the device looks phenomenal.
- Excellent performance, both in the latest games and in "heavy" applications.
Minuses:
- The main camera can take good photos day and night, but the sound when capturing video leaves much to be desired.
- There is no 3.5mm audio jack.
8.Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)
Price - 18 470 rubles for the version with 2 SIM cards.
One of the best budget 2018 Samsung smartphones with NFC comes with a 5.2-inch display, with an AMOLED matrix. The pixel density is 424ppi, which is not enough for using the Samsung Gear VR, but sufficient for everyday use.
The device houses an eight-core Exynos 7880 processor from Samsung, which supports 3 GB of RAM. Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 is considered the key competitor for this chip.
The device is much faster than the 2016 Galaxy A5, which has less RAM and only 16 GB of internal memory, and a 2900 mAh battery, not 3000 mAh, as in the updated version.
The Galaxy A5 (2017) has a little flash memory - 32 GB, but it can be "increased" by installing a microSD card up to 256 GB.
The rear camera has a resolution of 16 megapixels and has a wide f / 1.9 aperture that ensures images captured in low light don't look like Malevich's black square.
Pros:
- Excellent value for money.
- Bright screen with rich color reproduction.
- Small size.
- There is fast charging.
Minuses:
- The main camera does not have optical stabilization.
7.Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018)
You can buy it for 25,490 rubles for the 64 GB model.
With the Galaxy A8, Samsung is giving a mid-range device an 18: 9 screen for the first time. The exterior of this 5.6-inch gadget is very similar to the Galaxy S8, but the two smartphones have different body-to-screen ratios: the A8 has 75.6%, while the S8 has 83.6%.
The Exynos 7885 chip paired with 4GB of RAM provides decent, though not the fastest, performance. At the same time, the device does not overheat even in "heavy" games.
The battery capacity is 3000 mAh, which is enough for a day of intensive work.
The A8's dual 16MP + 8MP selfie cameras are amazing for Samsung's work. It has a bokeh effect and offers several options for adjusting the depth of the shot. Thanks to Tetracell technology, images come out very bright with a minimum of noise.
The main camera is 16 MP with an aperture of F / 1.7. It takes good pictures even in the dark, but lacks optical stabilization.
Pros:
- Beautiful exterior.
- IP68 certification.
- There is a slot for a microSD card.
Minuses:
- The glass of the screen is easily scratched.
- There may be problems with the Troika card. In this case, it is recommended to upgrade to Android 8.0.
6. Huawei P20 Lite
The average cost is 18,491 rubles.
This 5.84-inch bezel-less smartphone retains the visual charm that its "big brother" possesses and boasts a number of functions that more expensive models do not have.
Huawei has moved the fingerprint scanner, which the P20 has under the display, to the back of the phone. This is not a bad solution, since the scanner is right under your finger when you pick up the Lite.
The Lite model with 64GB of internal storage supports memory cards up to 256GB. The amount of RAM is 4 GB.
The P20 Lite has a mid-range Kirin 659 processor. When switching between applications, the smartphone may slow down slightly.
The main 16/2 MP dual camera has natural color reproduction, but its portrait mode is not as impressive as the P20. And you can't shoot 4K or Super Slow Motion videos.
Pros:
- There is a 3.5 mm jack.
- There is an unlocking in the owner's face.
Minuses:
- The battery is only 3000 mAh.
5.Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017)
The average price is 16,990 rubles.
This smartphone features a 5.5-inch AMOLED display packaged in a rounded, all-metal body.
Under the hood of the Galaxy J7 is the somewhat outdated Exynos 7870 chip, 3600mAh battery, 3GB of RAM along with 16GB of flash storage. In a separate tray, you can install microSD up to 256 GB.
On the back, you'll find a 13MP f / 1.7 aperture camera specifically designed for use in low light conditions. This way, you can take clear photos even in a dimly lit room. The front camera also has a 13MP resolution.
Pros:
- NFC and Samsung Pay work flawlessly from users.
- Excellent power saving mode.
Minuses:
- There are many preinstalled programs that "clutter up" the memory.
- Outdated micro-USB connector.
4.Samsung Galaxy Note 8
The cost is 59,990 rubles for the version with 256 GB.
DisplayMate once gave the Samsung Galaxy S8 the first ever A + rating, and the 6.3-inch Note 8 has an even better screen. It's 9% brighter than the Galaxy S8 and will be readable even in the Sahara Desert at mid-summer noon.
The smartphone has IP68 dust and waterproofing, which means you can submerge it 1.5m in water for 30 minutes.
On the back is a dual 12/12 MP camera with 2x optical zoom, which combines an f / 1.7 wide-angle lens with an f / 2.4 telephoto lens. Both sensors have optical image stabilization. The front camera has been upgraded from 5MP to 7MP and captures detailed and good quality images even in low light.
The volume of internal memory ranges from 64 to 256 GB, while the manufacturer has also taken care of the possibility of installing a memory card.
Samsung's S Pen stylus is a handy pointing device that you can use to write notes even when the screen is off, create emoji and animated gifs, or write captions on photos.
The Galaxy Note8 chipset will depend on the region in which it is sold. It will be either Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 or its analog from Samsung - Exynos 8 Octa 8898M, but in any case it is one of most powerful smartphones of 2018 in AnTuTu and GeekBench test.
Pros:
- Elegant bezel-less design.
- Performance is one of the best in smartphones with NFC.
- The presence of a stylus.
Minuses:
- The battery is only 3300mAh, however it can be charged using fast and wireless charging.
3. Samsung Galaxy S9
The average cost is 55,430 rubles.
Another mobile device with a display size of 5.8 inches in the list of smartphones with nfc module in 2018. Calling the Galaxy S9 budget and even mid-priced language will not turn, what can we say about flagship 2018 S9 Plus. For its hefty price tag, the S9 offers a variety of options, from wireless charging to an iris scanner.
The main camera in the S9 has been improved over the S8. One of its key features is the ability to record Super Slow-Mo 720p video at 960 frames per second. Sorry, you cannot change the resolution.
The camera lens actually has an adjustable aperture that ranges from f / 1.5 to f / 2.4 depending on lighting conditions.
The Galaxy S9 can also use the user's photo to create an animated image from it - AR Emoji.
The S9 has an optional processor - Snapdragon 845 or Exynos 9810. But the amount of RAM and ROM is unchanged, and is 4/64 GB, respectively.
Pros:
- Superior sound with stereo speakers.
- You can increase the amount of memory storage.
- Top performance.
Minuses:
- Small battery capacity - 3000 mAh.
2. Apple iPhone X
Can be purchased for 75 432 rubles in the 256 GB version.
Apple has made it clear that the best iPhone you can get right now is not the iPhone 8, or even its "big brother" iPhone 8 Plus, but the iPhone X (pronounced "ten"). The 5.8-inch bezel-less screen is not easy to look away from. Its colors are rich and the text is easy to read in direct sunlight.
Inside the Apple iPhone X you'll find the same A11 Bionic chip found in the G8 and 8 Plus. The performance of the smartphone is excellent and the latest games run smoothly.
A distinctive feature of the iPhone X is the new Face ID (face scanner) feature, which completely replaces Touch ID.
The iPhone X has a dual main camera with OIS: a 12MP f / 1.8 wide-angle lens, and another 12MP telephoto lens with a wider f / 2.4 aperture.
Another advantage of the tenth iPhone is the portrait mode and the fun Animoji option on the 7 MP front camera.
IPhone X battery life depends a lot on what you do. With normal use (social media, watching videos, playing some games, etc.) the day will end with about 30 percent battery remaining.
Pros:
- Top cameras.
- A design that other manufacturers look up to.
- Wireless charger.
Minuses:
- "Bangs" above the screen visually violate its integrity.
- High price.
1. Apple iPhone 8
Price - 56,990 rubles for the version with 256 GB.
The presentation of the eighth iPhone went without a stir, all the attention went to the frameless, anniversary version.
However, even if the iPhone 8 does not boast an edge-to-edge design, it has many advantages: a lower price compared to the “ten” with the same amount of internal memory, the best Apple chip at the moment - A11 Bionic and a small size (4.7 inches). The True Tone screen has a very wide color gamut and its color temperature adjusts to the ambient light conditions.
The gadget has fast and wireless charging. The 12MP rear camera with f / 1.8 aperture and OIS captures superb images even in low light conditions. It can record 4K videos at 60fps and slow-mo 1080p at 240fps.
Inside the iPhone 8 is an 1821mAh battery.
Pros:
- Excellent performance.
- Fast Touch ID.
- Convenient and fast NFC (Apple Pay).
Minuses:
- You cannot add more memory using a microSD card.
- The design has no striking features compared to previous versions.