If we’re looking to buy a new phone in 2019, you’ll likely want to get one Android One. The phones that are part of Google’s Android One program – also known as “pure Android” – offer several advantages, including a standard version of the operating system that is free of bloatware. Ah! We also make sure we have Android security updates and patches for a good season.
The currently best smartphones with Android One (pure Android)
At this point in 2019, Nokia is one of the brands that are making the most of Android One. Some of its terminals already contain this “clean and super upgradeable” version of Google’s operating system, and the truth is that Xiaomi is not far behind with its Mi A1 and A2 models.
Nokia 9 Pureview
If we like an Android One cell phone with the best possible camera We can’t lose sight of the new Nokia 9 Pureview. A terminal that attracts attention thanks to the 5 cameras on the back and can capture a multitude of details and nuances of lighting. Automatic shooting is fine, but where we’re going to get really amazing results is in manual or RAW mode. We are facing a camera that requires a little more skill than other devices, but if we manage to master it we can achieve almost magical results.
As for the rest of the functions, we are facing a high-end area that is served very well in this sense: SoC Snapdragon 845, 5.99-inch OLED screen with WQHD + resolution (2880 x 1440p), 6 GB RAM, 128 GB storage and battery 3,320 mAh.
Approximate price *: € 518.01 | See on Amazon
Xiaomi Mi A2
We could say that Xiaomi is one of the manufacturers who like to play all sticks. Of course, it also has pure Android phones and the Xiaomi Mi A2 is the brand’s biggest exponent in this regard. An excellent option if we are looking for a very affordable mid-range product with qualities that will satisfy almost everyone.
We’re talking about a seamless terminal with an elegant and clean design, a 5.99-inch screen with Full HD + resolution (2160 x 1080p). Snapdragon 660, 4 GB of RAM and 36 GB / 64 GB / 128 GB internal storage space (without the possibility of SD, yes).
It also mounts a much more optimized camera than the Mi A1 with A 2MP selfie lens with 20 MP and large pixel Manufactured by Sony and a 12MP + 20MP dual rear with an aperture of 1: 1.75, a pixel size of 1,250 µm, dual LED flash and autofocus. The battery, in turn, contains a 3010 mAh battery with fast charging via USB Type-C, which offers greater autonomy than expected. I said a medium range like the crown of a pine tree. The best cell phone that we can currently get for 150 euros?
Approximate price *: € 156.80 | See on Amazon
Nokia 7.1
This European company, which survived the days when cell phones were real bricks, returned from the dead a few years ago and has done nothing but showcase some really powerful devices since then. Among all the Android One phones the company has unveiled recently, this Nokia 7.1 is probably the best option in terms of value for money.
The Nokia 7.1 is a mid-range gem with a constant build, aluminum body with a crystallized back and a 5.84-inch screen that is a delight. The gifts a Full HD + resolution of 2220 x 1080p, able to play content in HDR10 and convert SDR videos to HDR full of color and brightness.
As for the rest of the hardware, Mount a Snapdragon 636 chip, 3 GB RAM (there is also a 4 GB version), 64 GB memory, expandable up to 400 GB, charging via USB-C with a 3,000 mAh battery and NFC chip for payments with Google Pay. The 12.2 megapixel f / 1.8 aperture camera is not bad at all, but it is the weakest feature compared to the other components. In any case, one of the most outstanding terminals of the moment is if we are looking for a device with the Android One system.
Approximate price *: 180 euros | See on Amazon
Motorola One Vision
The first Motorola One was a good terminal that could offer the best of Android One but was a little lazy in terms of design. The new Moto One Vision looks a lot more appealing to the eye and includes some features that make it shine in its own light.
What stands out the most is undoubtedly the 21: 9 screen This makes the phone look longer than the others. This is known as Cinema VIsion, which allows us to have a more “cinematic” experience when watching a movie or playing games with good graphics. Something that a more than decent Full HD + resolution with 2520 x 1080 pixels on the screen helps a lot.
In the belly of the device is an Exynos 9609 processor with 2.2 GHz, 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. To highlight its powerful main camera, with a resolution of 48MP and an aperture of 1: 1.7. The battery stays at more than the correct 3,500 mAh when charging via USB Type C. It also contains some interesting additives in the form of software, such as: B. the Moto-Display, with which we can activate the camera by a small turn.
Approximate price *: 299 euros | See on Amazon
LG G7 One
The LG G7 One was one of the first phones to jump on the Android One bandwagon, and it stands out for one IP68 certification (Protection against water and dust) and MIL-STD 810G military certification.
It is equipped with a Snapdragon 835 processor with 4 GB of RAM, an expandable 32 GB ROM and a 3,000 mAh battery. The screen is another great success: a 6.1-inch panel with QHD + FullVision resolution. The downside to all of this is that it’s not an easy-to-find device in stores. It’s currently available on eBay, but it’s harder to pin down than a leprechaun.
Approximate price *: 432 euros | Show on eBay
In addition to these terminals, we also find some other interesting proposals for Android One, like the Nokia 8.1 (yes, Nokia is full of Android One) or the Xiaomi Mi A1 from last season, which remains very dignified to this day.
If you know of any other pure Android smartphone that we were able to leave in the inkwell, don’t hesitate to check out the comments section!
Note: The approximate price is the price that was available in the relevant online stores such as Amazon or eBay at the time of writing this post.