5 attractive Android alternatives to the iPhone SE

It will have noticed that Apple yesterday announced a smaller and (slightly) cheaper iPhone. These are the five biggest competitors with Android.

Alternatives to the iPhone SE

The iPhone SE was received last night overwhelmingly positive by the media, especially because of the combination of a low price ($ 399) and high-end specifications (similar to the iPhone 6S). In May, the compact 4-inch smartphone also to the Benelux countries, but with a price tag of 489 euros for the 16GB model

A budget phone is so far and a similar amount is too much (better) Android devices available. Below is a selection of five competitors, the iPhone SE Android area. We focus on price, size and ease of use, but also lights a remarkably good and cheaper alternative from.

Compact size: Sony Xperia Z5 compact

xperia Xperia vs z5 z5 compactWith its 4.6-inch screen is the Sony Xperia Z5 Compact  larger than the iPhone SE, but it is one of the few compact Androids that do have high specs. We find a powerful Snapdragon 810 chip on board, assisted by 2GB of RAM and double the storage (32GB) as the entry level model from Apple. In addition, the storage space up to 200GB expandable with a micro SD card.

In addition, the Xperia Z5 Compact has access to two excellent cameras, a large battery and a water-resistant casing. And all for a suggested retail price which is several decades lower than that of the iPhone SE. More you can read in our Sony Xperia Z5 Compact review .

Similar price: Motorola Moto X Style

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compact, but for a price of around 450 euros, you will find few smartphones that offer more than the Moto X style . So he has a stunning qHD display, high-end specifications and an excellent 21-megapixel camera on the back.

Another great advantage of this device is the stock version of Android, which feels nice and smooth thanks to the absence of a skin and bloatware. The back feels somewhat rough and thus offers more grip so that the Moto X Style slower slips out of your hand. Check out our comprehensive judgment in Motorola Moto X Style review .

Recently flagship Samsung Galaxy S6

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less than the iPhone SE gives you Samsung's flagship 2015 house. Despite the fact that the device has now been succeeded by the S7 comes the Galaxy S6 still fine with it. Highlights include the build quality, the 16-megapixel camera and 5.1-inch screen that looks bright and colorful.

Despite its larger size, the Galaxy S6 not much heavier than the iPhone SE and 6.8 millimeters it is even a bit thinner. Also, there is more onboard storage (32GB) and a larger battery that is full within an hour with a quick charger. With all power-saving options that Samsung flour event, it is possible to do several days with the device. More you can read in our Galaxy S6 review .

iPhone lookalike: HTC One A9

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far the smallest device in this list, but given the similarities it has with the iPhone 6 (S), we like to call him right here. The biggest mistake that HTC has made the One A9 is launching him with a price tag of 599 euros. Meanwhile, the smartphone more than 150 euros has fallen in price, making it more attractive given the midrange specifications and moderate battery.

Nevertheless, there are certainly positive aspects to the device, including the fingerprint scanner, the finish and the screen. One also takes the standard A9 Android 6.0 Marshmallow. More you can read in our HTC One A9 review .

Budget Alternative: Wileyfox Swift

wileyfox swift review 2Unlike the iPhone SE

is the Wileyfox Swift have a real budget model and despite the retail price of 179 euros the specs and performance are excellent. The device has a nice Sandstone housing, a beautiful high-definition screen, plenty of storage (16GB) and a removable battery that can stand tall.

With graphic intensive games, the Swift trouble, but apart from that running this unit with the tight Cyanogen OS smoothly. This is also what distinguishes Swift: Cyanogen OS is very similar to stock-Android but has several useful additions. You can read all about it in our Wileyfox Swift review .