These are the seven best mobile phones for less than 500 that I would recommend to anyone, in video

Christmas Day and Three Kings Morning are just around the corner and, during these dates, the same question always arises: I want a mid-range mobile phone and my budget is a maximum of 500 euros.which is the best? Well, questions must be answered, and that is precisely what we are going to do in the video on these lines.

Below we will show you What are the best cell phones between 250 and 500 euros?. The list is based on the finalists and winners of the Xataka NordVPN 2024 Awards and yes, it is very varied so that there is something to choose from. These are the selected models.

HONOR Magic6 Lite

HONOR Magic 6 Lite | Image: Xataka

Launched in early 2024, the HONOR Magic6 Lite stands out for its quality/price ratio. It has a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 and offers sufficient performance for everyday use, although not for very demanding games. Its almost 6.8-inch AMOLED screen excels with its brightness, fluidity and resolution, while its camera has a correct main sensor. The secondary ones, however, do not stand out. Its strong point is autonomy, achieving up to eight hours of active screen thanks to a 5,300 mAh battery and good optimization. For 399 euros, it is a strong contender among the best mid-range of the year.

Realme 12 Pro+

Realme 12 Pro+ | Image: Xataka

This Realme terminal stands out for its vegan leather back and a fairly large camera module with angle, wide-angle and telephoto cameras, something that is not seen much in the mid-range. The camera is its strong point, offering outstanding results within its price range. The screen meets a good general level, although the software has some occasional jerks that do not significantly affect daily use. With 5,000 mAh, its autonomy reaches about five and a half hours of active screen. It can be obtained for around 350 euros, being a very interesting option for those who prioritize photography.

Redmi Note 13 Pro+

Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G | Image: Xataka

In these price ranges you have to talk yes or yes about Xiaomi. Your Note 13 Pro+ stands out especially in battery and camera. The main sensor offers good results in most situations, although the ultra-wide-angle and macro sensors have room for improvement. The autonomy reaches about eight hours of active screen, which is complemented by a 120W charger included in the box. Currently it can be obtained for about 350 euros on the official website, making it one of the most interesting options.

Samsung Galaxy A55

Samsung Galaxy A55 | Image: Xataka

Samsung’s A range uses a formula that doesn’t change because as they say, if something works, don’t touch it. This terminal offers five years of updates, stands out for its screen and offers a battery that promises up to seven hours of screen time, although it can last up to two days with moderate use. The main camera performs correctly, but the secondary sensors hardly have any prominence. It can be obtained for between 350 and 370 euros and is a very good option, especially if we like the Samsung ecosystem.

🥉 LITTLE F6

LITTLE F6 | Image: Xataka Android

Thus we arrive at the bronze medal, which goes to the always recommended LITTLE F6. It is, in a nutshell, one of the best mid-range phones of 2024. Equipped with a powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, it offers outstanding performance. Its screen looks great and the brightness is great, while the battery offers almost two days of autonomy with intense use and 90W fast charging (charger included). The camera complies, but it is its main aspect to improve. It is currently available for around 300 euros, making it a very good option for those looking for power without paying more.

🥈 OnePlus Nord 4

OnePlus Nord 4 | Image: Xataka

OnePlus’ mid-range took silver at the Xataka NordVPN 2024 Awards thanks to its elegant design, its battery and its thickness of just eight millimeters. It is a terminal that has LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, so it is not short of power. The autonomy is good, reaching up to two days of use with very low consumption at rest. Although the camera remains its weak point, it is suitable for day-to-day photos and videos. It is available for 399 euros and is a very juicy option.

🥇 Nothing Phone 2a

Nothing Phone 2a | Image: Xataka

And thus we arrive at gold, the best mid-range mobile of 2024, which is none other than the Nothing Phone 2a. This terminal stands out for its design, its software and its performance, its screen and its autonomy. It complies on practically all points. With a 5,000 mAh battery, it reaches between seven and eight hours of active screen and, although the camera is its weakest point, its price of 379 euros, with offers that lower it to 329 euros, makes it practically unbeatable in this Price range: It is a safe purchase, without a doubt.

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