Best Mid-Range Smartphones of 2026
258 smartphones in this collection
The best mid-range smartphones in the $200-500 range for 2025-2026. The optimal choice for anyone who wants a good smartphone without paying flagship prices.
Filtered by launch price — we do not track today's retail price. Ruble amounts use a coarse static conversion rate.
The order is NOT set by the "Value for money" score shown on the cards, but by the overall rating divided by the square root of the launch price. This is because ordering by the value score put the same cheap device rated 10 at the top of every such list. At an equal rating, the cheaper model ranks higher. Models launched under $80 or rated below 55 are not removed from this list, but are pushed to its end.
| # | Rating | Smartphone | Processor | Battery | Camera | AnTuTu | Launch price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 181 |
54
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Redmi Note 14 Pro
Redmi · 2025 |
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra | 5500 mAh | 50MP | 804731 |
26 910 ₽ $299 |
| 182 |
54
|
Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G
Redmi · 2026 |
MediaTek Helio G200 Ultra | 6500 mAh | 200MP | — |
23 310 ₽ $259 |
| 183 |
54
|
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
Samsung · 2026 |
Exynos 1480 | 5000 mAh | 50MP | 903337 |
26 910 ₽ $299 |
| 184 |
54
|
Tecno Pova 7 5G
Tecno · 2025 |
MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | 6000 mAh | 108MP | 825080 |
18 000 ₽ $200 |
| 185 |
53
|
Honor X70i
Honor · 2025 |
MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra | 6000 mAh | 108MP | 668462 |
19 800 ₽ $220 |
| 186 |
53
|
OnePlus Turbo 6X
OnePlus · 2026 |
MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Super | 7000 mAh | 50MP | 979430 |
19 800 ₽ $220 |
| 187 |
53
|
OPPO A6s Pro
OPPO · 2026 |
MediaTek Helio G100 Max | 7000 mAh | 50MP | 575630 |
27 900 ₽ $310 |
| 188 |
53
|
Samsung Galaxy F70 Pro
Samsung · 2026 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | 6000 mAh | 50MP | 840353 |
24 570 ₽ $273 |
| 189 |
53
|
Tecno Camon 50 Slim
Tecno · 2026 |
MediaTek Helio G200 Ultimate | 5600 mAh | 50MP | — |
19 800 ₽ $220 |
| 190 |
53
|
Tecno Camon Air
Tecno · 2026 |
Helio G200 Ultimate | 6000 mAh | 50MP | — |
27 000 ₽ $300 |
| 191 |
53
|
Tecno Spark Slim
Tecno · 2025 |
Helio G200 | 5160 mAh | 50MP | 603568 |
26 910 ₽ $299 |
| 192 |
53
|
Vivo T5x
Vivo · 2026 |
MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | 7200 mAh | 50MP | 953150 |
20 250 ₽ $225 |
| 193 |
52
|
Huawei Enjoy 90 Pro Max
Huawei · 2026 |
Kirin 8000 | 8500 mAh | 50MP | 682743 |
22 410 ₽ $249 |
| 194 |
52
|
Motorola Moto G57
Motorola · 2025 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | 5200 mAh | 50MP | 829894 |
20 610 ₽ $229 |
| 195 |
52
|
Motorola Moto G67 Power
Motorola · 2025 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | 7000 mAh | 50MP | 798429 |
18 000 ₽ $200 |
| 196 |
52
|
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite
Nothing · 2026 |
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro | 5000 mAh | 50MP | 884207 |
22 410 ₽ $249 |
| 197 |
52
|
OPPO A6s Pro 5G (China)
OPPO · 2026 |
MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Max | 7000 mAh | 50MP | — |
26 100 ₽ $290 |
| 198 |
52
|
OPPO F33 Pro
OPPO · 2026 |
MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Max | 7000 mAh | 50MP | — |
40 410 ₽ $449 |
| 199 |
52
|
Samsung Galaxy A36
Samsung · 2025 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | 5000 mAh | 50MP | 816934 |
29 700 ₽ $330 |
| 200 |
52
|
Samsung Galaxy A37
Samsung · 2026 |
Samsung Exynos 1480 | 5000 mAh | 50MP | 1021736 |
22 500 ₽ $250 |
Frequently asked questions
Which mid-range smartphone is the best in 2026?
The mid-range segment is led by the Samsung Galaxy A56, Xiaomi 15T, Poco F7, and Google Pixel 9a — all offering excellent value for money.
How does mid-range differ from flagship?
The main differences are low-light camera quality, gaming performance, and build materials. For everyday use, the gap is minimal.