The Best Unlocked Cell Phones under $420
Sony Xperia 10
★ Top Choice
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From $349.99
Features
- Take every track closer to the original recording with High-Res Audio and DSEE HX.
- The volume up and down are located next to each other. The device is Verizon CDMA less certified and works with Verizon. Once properly set up, users can text in and out.
- Single SIM - Unlocked and compatible with carriers such as Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Straight Talk, Metro PCS, Cricket wireless, simple mobile, and others.Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology.
- With a high 2870mAh capacity, and Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, the Xperia 10 gives you power you can rely on.
- 6" 21: 9 Wide display Full HD+, designed to fit in your hand comfortably. With Corning Gorilla Glass 5. 13MP and 5MP dual camera system, With 21: 9 Movie recording and Bokeh effect.
Pros
- ⊕ Decent cameras.
- ⊕ Good for multitasking.
- ⊕ Ships with Android 9.0 Pie.
- ⊕ 21:9 aspect ratio for media.
Cons
- ⊖ Lackluster build quality.
- ⊖ Unimpressive battery life.
- ⊖ Some lag when multitasking.
Reviewed
Sony Xperia 10 Review - pcmag.com
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Huawei Mate SE
♥ Runner Up
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From $379.99
Features
- Operation system : android N+EMUI 5.1 and network: LTE FDD/WCDMA/GSM. 4GB RAM, 64 GB storage + Micro SD compatible up to 256GB (not included) + dual nano SIM card capability, 2.36GHz octa-core processor.
- The dual-lens 16MP + 2MP rear camera offers an all new portrait mode, letting you capture professional and artistic photos in a single shot with an ultra-fast focus time. Connectivity is 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 ghz, supports ht20/ht40.
- The sleek metal design of the mate SE is a delight to hold - the 2.5D glass face flows seamlessly into the aluminum chassis forming perfectly rounded edges.
- Big 3340 mAh battery for tons of screen-time on a single charge and ultra power saving mode to extend your charge even longer, keeping you connected when you need it most.
- With a 5.93” 18: 9 edge-to-edge all-screen design, high screen-to-body ratio and 2160 x 1080 FHD+ resolution, the HUAWEI FullView display on the Huawei mate SE brings you an immersive visual experience.
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BlackBerry KEYone
Best for Business
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From $396
Features
- Smart keyboard with touch navigation, flick typing for faster predictive text, customizable shortcuts and embedded fingerprint sensor.
- Stunning 4.5-inch touch screen display with Corning Gorilla glass 4 protection, anodized aluminum casing and textured soft touch grip with impact-resistant frame.
- In the Box : BlackBerry KEYone Black Edition Smartphone, In-built Battery, PC Connecting Cable, Wired Stereo Head Set, Wall Charger (Foreign) , SIM Tool, Documentation, Retail Box with IMEI Number. International Models do not carry warranty in the US.
- Dual Sim, 12MP (1.55um large pixel) rear Camera with auto focus and dual-tone LED flash; 8MP front Camera, Android 7.1 Nougat, Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, Octa-Core 2.0 GHz, 64-bit Adreno 506.
- 4GB RAM, 64GB internal storage and all-day power with 3505mAh battery; includes quick charge 3.0, charging 50% in just 36 minutes; powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor.
Pros
- ⊕ Lots of customization.
- ⊕ Huge suite of Blackberry apps.
- ⊕ Keyboard looks and feels great.
Cons
- ⊖ Weak camera.
- ⊖ Small screen.
- ⊖ Slow network connection.
Specs
- Waterproof: No.
- Battery Capacity: 3,505 mAh.
- Platform: Android 7.1.
- Product Dimensions: 5.8 x 2.8 x 0.37 in.
- RAM: 3 GB (Black edition: 4 GB).
- Camera: 12 MP (rear), 8 MP (front).
- Ports: USB Type-C and 3.5mm audio.
- Storage: 32 GB (Black edition: 64 GB).
- Compatibility: AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Sprint.
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 Octa-Core 2.0 Ghz, 64-bit Adrena 506, 650Mhz GPU.
Best for Business
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Google Pixel 3
Best Runner-Up
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From $419.99
Features
- Cable.
- Home charger.
- Google.
Pros
- ⊕ Great camera.
- ⊕ Flagship specs.
- ⊕ High-end camera.
- ⊕ Haptics feel great.
- ⊕ Mid-range price tag.
Cons
- ⊖ Chunky bezel.
- ⊖ No headphone jack.
- ⊖ Can't charge wirelessly.
- ⊖ Display could be better.
- ⊖ No 3.5mm headphone jack.
Specs
- RAM: 4 GB.
- Storage: 64 GB.
- Ports: USB C.
- Weight: 5.22 oz.
- Battery Capacity: 2915 mAh.
- GPU: Adreno 630.
- Platform: Android 9.0.
- Product Dimensions: 2.7 x 5.7 x 0.3 in.
- Display: 5.5 inches, 1080x2160, 443 PPI.
- Processor: 2.5GHz octa-core Snapdragon 845.
- Color: Just Black, Not Pink, Clearly White.
- Camera: 12.2 megapixel (rear), 8 megapixel (front).
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Reviewed
Google Pixel 3 Review - lifewire.com