The best Google Pixel 6a alternatives: 4 phones to consider before you buy

If photography is your thing, let’s not waste a moment to declare that under 650 euros, we won’t find anything better than the Google Pixel 6. Thanks to its new sensor and its algorithms, which are more precise than ever, it offers dizzying images, no matter the scenario presented to him.

But all is not rosy, and the Pixel 6 escapes the maximum score for several points. First for its design which, as I write above, is both dated and a bit crude. Then, even if it is excellent, the Pixel 6 screen is capped at 90 Hz. A frequency that is hardly used anymore except by Google, or entry-level manufacturers. Recharging is also a little slow, the front photo sensor dated and the ultra wide-angle quite limited.

No offense, I enjoyed my time with the Pixel 6. It’s a very intuitive, solid smartphone, and ultimately offers everything one could want in a mid/high end smartphone. range. Add to that the software support guaranteed for five years, and we are not far from having the best Android smartphone launched in this segment this year. A success.

At the time of the balance sheet, it is clear that the Galaxy A53 5G is a solid smartphone on its supports that we can recommend to most users with less than 500 euros to spend on a phone. Its manufacturing quality, its screen, its photo module, its solid autonomy and its extensive software support are all assets to its credit.

Of course, it is not free from flaws. We particularly regret its lack of performance (which will surely only hinder players) and its still too slow recharging. If you already have a Galaxy A52, the changes are not significant enough to pass on this A53. For those who have a smartphone that shows signs of weakness and are looking for a good companion for the years to come, this new model is a safe bet.

The POCO F4 GT fulfills its promise: a high-performance smartphone aimed at the most demanding mobile gamers. Its excellent performance, responsive screen and magnetic triggers provide undeniable gaming comfort. Add to that a nice build quality and not too ostentatious design for a gaming phone and the deal is almost done.

Almost, because POCO had to make concessions to offer such a level of performance for a price below 600 euros (excluding promotions). The photo module was clearly an adjustment variable. The main sensor is correct and the other two to forget.

We also regret the autonomy that is too fair for those who play daily. A defect fortunately counterbalanced by an ultra-fast recharge which allows you to leave for 24 hours after only 17 minutes of recharge.

It’s obvious: Apple is starting to pull the strings with its iPhone SE. The design of the phone is very dated. And even if it is very durable, both externally and on the software side, we would appreciate if the manufacturer did not just recycle.

That being said, it’s hard to be tough on the iPhone SE. Yes, its screen is LCD, HD+ and 60 Hz. But damn it is well calibrated! And the Apple A15 Bionic which the team simply does wonders in terms of performance. It’s simple: to find such a fast Android phone, you have to pay more than 800 euros.

Admittedly, the iPhone SE may seem anachronistic on many points. Whether it’s its design, its screen or its unique camera, everything takes us back in time. But as a gateway to the world of iOS, this new model manages to offer a complete and satisfying experience. We could have done without the price increase attributable to 5G, but we will be magnanimous this time. Hoping that the next model will reshuffle the cards a little more.