This archive report was first published on 18 July 2021.
Published on July 18, 2021, the smartphone market is in a state of rapid evolution, with new features and devices emerging every year.
The selection of smartphones is enormous, making it difficult to find the right one for your needs. However, good mid-range mobile phones are already available for less than Ksh 38,000, offering natural highlights in the display, camera, and battery.
Best Smartphones under KES 40,000 ¶
Xiaomi Poco X3 NFC ¶
Advantages:
- Smooth 120 Hertz display
- Excellent battery life
- Great value for money
Disadvantages:
- Poor image quality under low light
- Macro and bokeh camera rather gimmick
- Somewhat chunky, thick, and heavy
Xiaomi Poco M3 ¶
Advantages:
- Long-lasting battery
- Strong price-performance ratio
- Dual SIM
Disadvantages:
- Mixed image quality
- No water and dust protection
- No NFC
Top Brands ¶
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G ¶
Advantages:
- Excellent display
- Strong performance
- Perfect hardware camera setup
Disadvantages:
- No SD card slot
- Low-light video recording
iPhone 12 Pro Max ¶
Advantages:
- Superior performance
- Strong photo-video quality
- Long battery life
- Large, magnificent OLED display
Disadvantages:
- Only 60 Hertz refresh rate
- No included power supply
