TOP 12 best smartphones for working in a taxi in 2021

08.11.2019

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There are no specific smartphone models tailored to the needs of taxi drivers. So taxi drivers are forced to purchase smartphones at their own risk. No one can drive a taxi without a smartphone anymore, especially in a big city. If you are interested in models selected for a certain budget, then you will find them in the ranking of the best smartphones under 15,000 rubles.

Criteria for choosing a gadget for a taxi

Let's see how to choose a smartphone for a taxi and what to look for:

• The battery capacity must be more than 3000 mAh;
• Good screen resolution for clear visibility of map symbols;
• Large amount of random access memory (RAM) for the ability to use several applications simultaneously;
• Large display for easy use;
• Not a big price up to 15 thousand;
• 4G support.

Below are 10 top smartphones for working in Yandex.Taxi. When compiling this rating, we tried to select gadgets with a large screen and good resolution, which makes it convenient to use the navigator, a stable network connection, sufficient memory, and a non-staining case. At the same time, we took into account that most people are not ready to buy expensive phones for work. Sometimes an excellent option would be to combine work and personal contacts, for which we made a separate rating of phones with three SIM cards.

The best smartphone models

Of course, when choosing a device for working in a taxi, you need to pay attention to the best models that have already gained popularity among taxi drivers. These devices are distinguished by an attractive price, as well as support for all necessary interfaces and functions.

Xiaomi Redmi 8A 2/32GB

An inexpensive phone that fully meets the taxi driver's requirements, both in terms of characteristics and price.

The model belongs to the entry-level segment of Xiaomi devices, and therefore lacks NFC and additional photo sensors. But the screen has a large diagonal and sufficient brightness, and the battery can withstand a whole working day with active geolocation.

Pros:

• ergonomics;
• screen diagonal;
• working hours.

Minuses:

• NFC is not provided.

Samsung Galaxy A30s 32GB

People pay attention to this model primarily because of the brand, but other characteristics of the Galaxy A30s are in perfect order. True, with one exception.

A combination of three cameras will allow the driver to prepare the car for departure when it is necessary to capture the condition of the car. The screen will allow you to follow your trip route without squinting, and the built-in battery will not run out at the wrong time.

Pros:

• triple camera;
• stable shell;
• reliable brand.

Minuses:

• AMOLED screens are prone to burn-in.

Huawei Y6 (2019)

A model from a Chinese brand, which may alienate the buyer, since new Huawei devices are deprived of Google services. But this smartphone does not have this drawback, since it was released before the introduction of sanctions.

However, the Y6 is clearly not an ideal smartphone for a taxi driver. Yes, the screen diagonal meets all the requirements, and the camera has good detail. But with a 3000 mAh battery, the device will often have to be kept connected to the mains.

Pros:

• compact body;
• good camera;
• Google services.

Minuses:

• small battery.

Honor 9X 4/128GB

In the case of this model, no problems with autonomy can be expected. And the design of Honor 9X will please you not only with its visual appeal, but also with the presence of a retractable camera, which is rare in smartphones in this price category.

The fact that the front camera of the device is placed in a sliding block deprived the Honor 9X of cutouts that interfere with reading information. The display is symmetrical and bright, and the camera can even exceed the expectations of the average taxi driver.

Pros:

• 48-megapixel photosensor;
• display without cutouts;
• 128 GB of memory.

Minuses:

• unstable processor.

Xiaomi Mi Max 3 6/128GB

A cult model that is a hybrid of a smartphone and a tablet.

Mi Max 3 is huge even compared to the 2021 “shovels”. And although the display diagonal does not seem so impressive, it is actually larger than that of any other smartphone due to its width. Therefore, this is the best option for a taxi driver.

Pros:

• metal case;
• huge display;
• dual camera;
• autonomy.

Minuses:

• does not support contactless payments;
• rarely found in stores.

Meizu M8

Another good price-performance ratio, but not without its drawbacks.

Not a single parameter of the Meizu M8 can be called superior to the features of its competitors. If you want, you can find fault with each component, so this smartphone should be positioned exclusively as a device suitable for working in a taxi.

Pros:

• price;
• symmetrical display;
• photo quality.

Minuses:

• doesn't live to see the end of the day.

ZTE Blade V10 Vita 3/64GB

A phone in the class of ultra-budget devices for those who want to save money on buying a taxi device.

The owner of the ZTE Blade V10 Vita will have to make concessions in the face of weak performance and rather average autonomy. But the photographs will not allow you to doubt the details, and the price will pleasantly surprise the buyer.

Pros:

• price;
• dual camera.

Minuses:

• case heating during GPS operation.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 4/64GB

A little more expensive, but noticeably more remarkable device, both for the taxi driver and for the average user.

The only downside of Redmi Note 8 is the lack of NFC. But in this regard, there is a Note 8T model, which is devoid of this drawback and has similar functionality.

Pros:

• pictures in 48MP resolution;
• strong body;
• stable work.

Minuses:

• no NFC.

Nokia 4.2 3/32GB Android One

A phone from the once popular Nokia brand, running pure Android 10. An excellent option for fans of Google and its shell.

Suitable for those who are willing to keep a cigarette lighter on hand, since the built-in battery does not have high battery life. But the cameras and processor are not satisfactory.

Pros:

• pure Android;
• dual camera;
• Qualcomm processor.

Minuses:

• battery volume.

Xiaomi Mi A3 4/64GB Android One

Another phone for people who don't like operating system add-ons.

Mi A3 is good from all points of view, but one nuance needs clarification. On the one hand, the AMOLED screen has a high level of brightness, which is important when working in the sun. At the same time, matrices of this type are prone to burnout, and this is a significant drawback.

Pros:

• photo quality;
• display brightness;
• optimization.

Minuses:

• the tendency of the matrix to burn out.

Huawei Y7 (2019)

An affordable device without obvious shortcomings with a high satisfaction rating among taxi drivers, as evidenced by reviews on specialized forums.

Frankly, at this price it’s a sin to complain about the Huawei Y7. The phone holds a charge well, takes good photographs, and the diagonal of the screen allows you not to peer at it when monitoring the movement of the arrow in the navigator.

Pros:

• availability;
• dual camera;
• optimal sizes.

Minuses:

• processor heating.

Samsung Galaxy A20s 32GB

The selection is completed by an inexpensive device from the South Korean company Samsung, which has the same advantages and disadvantages as any budget phone with an AMOLED screen.

If you have never experienced matrix burn-in, then there is no point in dissuading you from buying the A20s. Yes, the processor is not the strongest and “coldest”, but it is quite enough to work in the taxi application. And a triple camera will definitely not be superfluous.

Pros:

• bright display;
• 3 cameras;
• shell optimization.

Minuses:

• AMOLED burn-in.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 3/32GB

A very relevant smartphone from Xiaomi today, although it was presented at the beginning of 2021.

The case is plastic + metal, the diagonal of the widescreen display is 5.99 inches. The picture quality is very good. On the back cover there is a dual rear camera (12/5 MP) and a fingerprint sensor.

The hardware platform consists of a Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor, memory capacity - 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of ROM.

The battery is powerful, with a capacity of 4000 mAh.

• Screen diagonal / resolution: 5.99 inches / 2160×1080

• Device weight: 181 g

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636

• RAM / internal memory: 3 GB / 32 GB

• Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

• Camera resolution front / rear: 13 MP / dual 12/5 MP

• Memory card slot: yes

Meizu M6T 2/16GB

This smartphone from Meizu turned out to be inexpensive, although, in our opinion, it looks much more expensive than its real cost. We should say thanks to the designers for this.

The M6T received a 5.7-inch display. On the back cover, like many competitors, there is a dual rear camera module (13/2 MP) and a fingerprint sensor.

Inside there is a MediaTek MT6750 processor, memory capacity is 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of ROM. Battery capacity - 3300 mAh.

Like other Meizu smartphones, the M6T runs on proprietary Flyme firmware - very fast, it should be noted.

• Screen diagonal / resolution: 5.7 inches / 1440×720

• Device weight: 145 g

• Processor: MediaTek MT6750

• RAM / internal memory: 2 GB / 16 GB

• Battery capacity: 3300 mAh

• Camera resolution front / rear: 8 MP / dual 13/2 MP

• Memory card slot: yes

ZTE Blade A530

A budget device from ZTE with good characteristics for its price.

Here you will find a plastic case, a 5.45-inch widescreen display, a MediaTek MT6739 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of ROM + memory card slot. There are two cameras with a resolution of 5 MP and 13 MP.

The battery capacity is 2600 mAh.

• Screen diagonal / resolution: 5.45 inches / 1440×720

• Device weight: 142 g

• Processor: MediaTek MT6739

• RAM / internal memory: 2 GB / 16 GB

• Battery capacity: 2600 mAh

• Camera resolution front / rear: 5 MP / 13 MP

• Memory card slot: yes

Honor 7C 32GB

An inexpensive smartphone from Honor, which has a good platform based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 chipset, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of main memory.

The case is made of plastic, made in a typical style for the company, and looks nice. It appears to be in three shades, including blue, gold and black.

Screen diagonal - 5.7 inches, resolution - 1440x720 pixels. At the back there is a 13/2 MP dual camera and a fingerprint sensor (there is Face Unlock).

Battery capacity - 3000 mAh.

• Screen diagonal / resolution: 5.7 inches / 1440×720

• Device weight: 164 g

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 430

• RAM / internal memory: 3 GB / 32 GB

• Battery capacity: 3000 mAh

• Camera resolution front / rear: 8 MP / dual 13/2 MP

• Memory card slot: yes

Huawei Y6 Prime (2018) 16GB

An inexpensive device from Huawei with a plastic body, which is offered in three shades: blue, black and gold.

The diagonal of the widescreen screen is 5.7 inches with a resolution of 1440×720 pixels. The chip is Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, the memory capacity is 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of ROM. There is a separate slot for memory cards and SIM cards.

There is a fingerprint scanner on the back cover, and face unlock is also supported. Battery capacity - 3000 mAh.

• Screen diagonal / resolution: 5.7 inches / 1440×720

• Device weight: 150 g

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 425

• RAM / internal memory: 2 GB / 16 GB

• Battery capacity: 3000 mAh

• Camera resolution front / rear: 8 MP / 13 MP

• Memory card slot: yes

Honor 8C 3/32GB

A new product from Honor, which boasts a fairly large widescreen display with a diagonal of 6.26 inches. The resolution is sufficient - 1520x720 pixels.

The processor is the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, the memory capacity is 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory. There is a slot for a memory card. We note a fairly powerful battery with a capacity of 4000 mAh.

There is a dual camera and a fingerprint scanner.

The coolest color of the case is blue.

• Screen diagonal / resolution: 6.26 inches / 1520×720

• Device weight: 167 g

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 632

• RAM / internal memory: 3 GB / 32 GB

• Battery capacity: 4000 mAh

• Camera resolution front / rear: 8 MP / dual 13/2 MP

• Memory card slot: yes