Small Phone Recommendations

CarWashRedhead on 08/02/2022 - 17:24

Seems like the most recommended mid and low-range phones in the stickies are all quite large, so am hoping for suggestions for some small phones. I'm also very welcome to purchasing the phone second hand.

I've got a Pixel 2 and have been using it for about almost 4 years now, but the battery degradation has taken it's toll and it's not quite lasting a full day anymore. Not a heavy phone user, mainly just for Spotify, messenger and browsing on public transport. Good camera, processor, etc would be nice but not necessary. As a benchmark, I'm quite happy with the camera and responsiveness of the Pixel 2.

Needs:

  • USB C charging
  • Small, preferably <15cm in height
  • Long battery life
  • NFC

Preferable to have:

  • 3.5mm jack

Trying to keep the cost under $500. Been eyeing second hand Pixel 4a and Pixel 5, which seem to be around that mark on Facebook. Is this the best option or are there better alternatives?

Thanks.

Mobile Mobile Phone

Comments

  • freefall101 on 08/02/2022 - 17:49
    +1

    USB-C, NFC, under 15cm tall and 3.5mm jack is actually a really small list of phones, there's only 4 from the last couple of years. Dropping the headphone jack you add the Huawei P40 and the Pixel 5, that's about it.

    So I'd say the Pixel devices are the way to go, if the height is a fixed requirement

    edit: Lot of thoughts on the Zenfone 8 in this thread too - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/679809 - it was $600 a couple of weeks ago from JB.

    • CarWashRedhead on 08/02/2022 - 18:23

      Thanks for your reply. I didn't end up hopping on that Zenfone deal because I seemed to be paying a lot for computing power I'll never use. And there were issues with batteries and bricking.

      That link with the filters is really helpful though!

      • Kangal on 08/02/2022 - 21:28

        Honestly, the ASUS Zenfone 8 is still your best bet.
        Sure there might be some issues with batteries and bricking, but as someone who used Google phones before, I know ASUS is higher quality.

        The performance difference between the two is vast, the ASUS will remain relevant for longer. Especially considering that the Zenfone 8 has official support from LineageOS. And that 120Hz display is noticeably better than Google's. And I wouldn't be concerned with the Camera difference, since there is a Gcam Port of Google's software to ASUS's hardware.

  • Uncle Roger on 08/02/2022 - 19:57
    +1

    100% Pixel 5
    Unmatched camera (underratedly better than my P6 Pro).
    Unmatched battery.
    Symmetrical bezels

    • ozshopp3r on 09/02/2022 - 13:22
      +1

      I worked in retail before, so i wouldnt suggest Pixel.
      It had the worst send offs for repair, and battery issue is so bad after a month of usage.
      Plus it is the same cam from Pixel 1.
      And the software support is just one more year, so not that great anyway.

  • ozshopp3r on 09/02/2022 - 13:00
    Merged from Anyone Know of a Good Mobile Device with Small Size

    Was browsing for a new phone(like a second phone), but couldn't find anything with small size, probably like 4.7"-5.5".
    Most of the phones even from chines companies like Xiaomi, Vivo and all seems to have 6.5" as a default size.
    Does any one know of any phone, at least medium tier performance, with small size ?
    NB: Apart from iPhone SE.

    • Hybroid on 09/02/2022 - 13:03

      NB: Apart from iPhone SE.

      Hmm, NEW iPhone SE expected to be announced on March 8th. That may suit better than the current one.

      • ozshopp3r on 09/02/2022 - 13:04

        Already have iphone, so was looking for something in android ecosystem

    • yellowfever on 09/02/2022 - 13:07

      Z Flip 3

    • CrispyChrispy on 09/02/2022 - 13:11

      One or two suggestions from this thread from yesterday.

  • ozshopp3r on 10/02/2022 - 16:20
    Merged from Secondary Phone under $500, with Size 4.5"-5.5"

    Does any one know of any phone which is around 4.5"-5.5", medium performance which you can buy for under $500.
    All the new phones even from chines manufacturers seems to be having 6.5" as base size.
    Already have an iPhone, so looking for an android phone.

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