Smartphone models worth buying under 13 million VND

The smartphone segment from 10-13 million VND is attracting the attention of many users because this is a reasonable price range, but still has enough options to meet strong performance and high-end features. Not only meeting basic needs, the smartphone models below are also equipped with many technologies such as fast charging, impressive camera sets and powerful chips, in both new and secondhand segments.

Here are some options you might consider at this time.

iPhone 12 Pro Max

At four years old, the iPhone 12 Pro Max is still a compelling option on the used market for iOS users who want high-end features at an affordable price. Launched in late 2020, the flagship still performs very well thanks to the powerful A14 Bionic chip, ensuring smooth handling of everyday tasks as well as heavy applications. The 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display, with vivid colors and sharp resolution, provides an impressive movie and game viewing experience.

The phone's triple camera system is still impressive with a cluster of 12MP wide-angle, ultra-wide-angle and telephoto lenses, capable of taking sharp photos and recording 4K HDR video. Night Mode and Deep Fusion technology help improve low-light photos, keeping the iPhone 12 Pro Max not too far behind the new models. The phone also supports 5G connectivity, ensuring fast network speeds for years to come.

With a durable stainless steel frame, Ceramic Shield glass and IP68 water resistance, the device offers a premium finish. Battery life is still very good, meeting a day of use with normal tasks. Currently, the reference price of the 99% iPhone 12 Pro Max ranges from 12-13 million VND at stores.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

The S23 FE is a good choice for users with basic needs who love taking photos. (Photo: Digital Trends)

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a notable choice in the price range under 13 million VND, especially for those who love high-end design and powerful performance. Still quite new when launched in October 2023, S23 FE is equipped with a 6.4-inch AMOLED screen with a maximum brightness of 1,450 nits and a refresh rate of 120 Hz, ensuring a sharp and smooth image experience. The device uses a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip (or Exynos 2200 depending on the market), combined with 8 GB RAM and 128 GB or 256 GB internal memory, enough to meet heavy multitasking and entertainment tasks.

The big plus points of the S23 FE are IP68 water resistance, wireless charging, and a 4,500 mAh battery, which makes it durable and convenient. The 50 MP main camera, 12 MP ultra-wide angle, and 8 MP 3x telephoto camera system ensure good photos in a variety of conditions. Samsung also commits to 4 years of software support, making the S23 FE a pretty solid choice for a few more years.

However, the downside is that the screen border is quite thick and the design is not too outstanding compared to higher-end lines. In return, the S23 FE owns the high-end Galaxy AI feature like on the S Flagship lines. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE currently has a reference price of 10-12 million VND depending on the version.

iPhone 13

The iPhone 13 is an attractive choice in 2024, especially the used version. The device still maintains strong performance thanks to the A15 Bionic chip, enough to meet daily tasks and basic gaming. The 12 MP dual camera system with Night Mode and Cinematic Mode provides sharp images, vivid colors, although not the most advanced compared to the iPhone 14 or 15, it is still very good for ordinary users.

The highlight is that the iPhone 13 will continue to receive iOS updates for at least the next 3-4 years, ensuring security and new features from Apple. The durable design with an aluminum frame and tempered glass is still very luxurious, along with a sharp Super Retina XDR screen. Battery life is only average, enough for a full day of use, and the charging ability is not as fast as newer flagships.

The price of iPhone 13 has dropped significantly, about 10-12 million VND depending on condition, a reasonable choice compared to new models like iPhone 15. This is a product worth considering for those who want to save costs but still own a modern, durable iPhone.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

The S22 Ultra is a powerful device with versatile video and photography capabilities. (Photo: IGN)

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is still a compelling choice in 2024 thanks to its powerful performance and premium features. It features a 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with QHD+ resolution, a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, and high brightness, suitable for all lighting conditions. The premium design, combining a metal frame and a glass back, is in the style of the Note series with an integrated S Pen, supporting precise writing and drawing.

In terms of camera, the S22 Ultra stands out with a 4-lens system, including a 108 MP main sensor, two 10 MP telephoto lenses and a 12 MP ultra-wide-angle lens, helping to capture sharp and flexible photos. The ability to record 8K video and a 40 MP selfie camera are also strong points, serving content creators well.

The device is equipped with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 or Exynos 2200 chip (depending on the region), up to 12 GB RAM, ensuring smooth handling of all tasks from gaming to multitasking. However, the 5000mAh battery is only enough for a full day of high intensity use. With the current selling price of about 10-11 million or more depending on the version and condition, this is a choice worth considering in the high-end segment.

Oppo Reno11 Pro 5G

Smartphone models worth buying under 13 million VND - 5

Oppo Reno 11 Pro launched in early 2024 in Vietnam with prices starting from about 16.99 million VND for the highest-end version. The device has a fashionable design, glossy back, and is delicately finished with 3 colors: white, black, turquoise and plastic frame.

In terms of configuration, Reno 11 Pro is equipped with MediaTek Dimensity 8200 chip, 6.7 inch Full HD + AMOLED screen, and 5000 mAh battery supporting 80 W fast charging. The 50 MP main camera system supports impressive portrait photography and 4K video recording, along with a 32 MP 2x telephoto camera and 8 MP ultra-wide.

This is a worthy choice in its price range if you love Oppo's trendy design and premium portrait photography experience. The current online promotional price at The Gioi Di Dong is about 12 million VND.

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