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[General Questions and Answers] Raresh T:
how about:

samsung s20

xiaomi redmi 10x

xiaomi note 8 pro

xiaomi mi 9

now some of this might not have microsd, but they do offer a 128 gb / 256gb version.

second, personally i am a guy that applies a case on every phone i get. usually a rugged case. so if the back is glass or very cheap plastic, dont really care. you do you.
[General Questions and Answers] diNovoM:
@Raresh T Thanks for the reply. Not sure about the list though. The S20 is quite expensive, but sure nice features like also IP68, 120Hz and lightweight. The redmi 10x and note 8 pro are out, forgot: i'd like to use my chargers and fast vendor os releases so Qualcomm SD chipsets only. The xiaomi mi 9 is not an option, the poco f2 would be superior while less pricy.
[General Questions and Answers] emanresutseb:
Sadly my trusty, reliable old Moto G3 is dying (bad charging port) so I'm on the hunt for a new phone. I'm an advanced user, but I don't need the latest, highest end tech. I'm open to phones manufactured in the last 4ish years.

Not interested in Xiaomi or Huawei or similar. I'm mostly looking at Samsung and Motorola phones. I'd really prefer the option to load LineageOS if I choose.

Must be GSM (T-mobile)

I like smaller phones, so it must be no larger than 6" x 3" (approx)

Must have microSD card slot

Must have at least 32 GB base memory

More than 4GB RAM would be nice, but not necessary

A waterproof rating is very desireable

Any suggestions? Thanks everyone!!
[General Questions and Answers] Raresh T:
you are saying that you are an advanced user. dont want to be a meanie, but have you heard of gsmarena? surely you are gonna find every phone that fulfills your requirements there. also, smaller phones in 2020? i doubt there are any phones from reputable smartphones companies.

as a suggestion, go with Samsung s20
[General Questions and Answers] emanresutseb:
no worries, no offense taken. Yes, I do use gsmarena and it's phone finder function is great, but sometimes an expert's insight can also be valuable. The S20 is a great suggestion! But I settled on an S9. Found a screaming deal on one! Thanks!
[General Questions and Answers] Droidriven:
I'm considering getting a Pixel 3, 3a, 3xl or 3axl.

As far as I can tell, the only ones I should avoid are the Verizon versions due to locked bootloader and Sprint version due to radio issues in custom ROMs. Does anyone know of anything else about these variants that I need to avoid? I could just get the unlocked unbranded versions just to be certain I don't hit any roadblocks rooting/flashing, but, if I can purchase an unlocked branded variant for less while still being certain that I'm not buying a pain in the neck variant, that will work also.

Of the 3, 3a, 3xl or 3axl, which are worth it, and which arent?

Or, if anyone has suggestions of other devices in that price range that are equal or better in spec/performance and can be rooted/flashed without issue?

My only expectations are:

At least 5.5" screen

Unlocked/unlockable(carrier/SIM, must be able to use Verizon towers)

Bootloader unlocked/unlockable

Available TWRP and many quality, well developed ROMs, not junky ROMs that are tossed together just because someone wanted to learn how to build ROMs.

I'm partial to Google devices due to them having the simplest approach to unlocking/flashing/customizing and tend to be well supported among all the models and variants. Any suggestions made should have a similar user friendly rooting/flashing process and range of custom software options as well.
[General Questions and Answers] mrrocketdog:
[MENTION=5691352]Droidriven[/MENTION] , might want to look at the essential ph1 specs. bigger processor and storage than a couple of those.

mines on order from ebay. excellent condition for $115. if you dont mind buying used. sim unlocked and easily unlockable and looks to have good rom support. js maybe worth a look at.
[General Questions and Answers] Droidriven:
Ph-1 is older architecture and Pixel 2 xl even beats it in overall spec/performance.....barely. And they are in the same price range.

If you understand processors, you understand that size/core/clock speed are not everything, an older architecture processor with a faster clock speed does not necessarily beat a newer architecture processor with a lower clock speed.
[General Questions and Answers] Droidriven:
I guess I'm down to choosing between the Pixel 3 XL for the screen quality and better CPU $225-265. Or the Pixel 3a XL for the audio jack. $210-240

I prefer wired audio, I know there is a USB C to 3.5mm audio adapter as an option on 3 XL, I see issues with that down the road, but the resolution is better than Pixel 3, 3a and 3a XL.

The OnePlus6/6T are looking also looking rather nice at $220-230.
[General Questions and Answers] Jephie:
I'd like a phone that is...

The size of an HTC Desire X (118.5 x 62.3 mm), at most Redmi 3 (139.3 x 69.6). Thickness is not much of a problem, but my hands and pockets are not that big for the length of 'em. 15+ cm long is just unwieldy, I tried, but couldn't get used to Motorola E5.

One that keeps the battery like Nokia 1100 (a week or two standby, a few days with occasional use. 5 days of standby, at least? I tend to lose it when the battery runs out!).

One that has slots for 2 at-least-3G SIM cards that both work on at-least-3G at once (Redmi 3, say, is officially "3G dual-sim", but if both are 3G, one of them is relegated to 2G anyway). I don't expect to use Internet much, so Dual Standby is good enough.

A third, separate, slot for an SD-card. Although, OK, 128 GB is half my computer's hard drive, so built-in 128+ storage will do in a pinch.

Frequencies: one SIM is currently Australian Optus (3G 900MHZ, 2100MHZ; LTE Bands 1, 3, 7, 28, 40), the other is Australian Telstra (3G 850MHz, 2100MHz; Bands 1, 3, 7, 8, 28) though just one of the two will do. If the hardware is right, I don't even mind moving to Vodafone (3G 850MHz, 900MHz, 2100MHz (being refarmed as 4G); LTE Bands 3, 5, 1).

3.5 headphone jack necessary, at least 3 hardware buttons on front very much preferred (I'm not even daring to hope for a non-touch keyboard, but the more hardware buttons available, the better), GPS handy, radio welcome, a 4+ MP camera will probably be there in any case.

Solid build preferred, though, as you say, cases can compensate for it.

Rooting ability. Inability to just copy files for a backup drives my inner Linux user crazy.

A relatively small, solid, long-battery-life phone that's not used often, but expected to be up to the task when it is needed. Is that too much to ask?
[General Questions and Answers] Raresh T:
Well, go with Huawei Y6 Pro. Unlock bootloader, get stock ROM, using spflash tool flash patched boot image to get magisk root. Also, about that battery life expectancy. Let's be real. If you aren't going to install any power hungry app, like email or a browser or social apps, not going to have the phone connected all time to wifi or data connection, brightness and battery saving to max/ultra, you might reach around those 5 days. But you would literally not be using the smartphone. Tech reviewers are amazed by a 3 day standby phone and you want 2 weeks? Don't expect gaming on this.

[UPDATE] Took another look at your request, I am also suggesting Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini. Seems some people found out that there are extended battery packs for it, going up to 8500 mah. Sure, it's a brick afterwards. Don't know, didn't dig enough in those forums. Also, you get custom roms with pie, which is known for better battery management. Also, if you plan on getting more battery life, use lite versions of those apps and consider underclocking +/- undervolting.
[General Questions and Answers] skateguy1234:
So I have searched this thread using the keyword verizon, and looked at all of the recent post from last few months with the keyword, and none of them have very solid replies. I am looking for a budget Verizon smartphone that I can root. Doesn't matter to me if few years old or not android 10, I just want a phone to hold me over until I can afford a nice smartphone. Been using the note 4 for long time and it is finally dying. If no budget options, then i would still like to hear alternatives. So far, the only phone that I feel confident after searching these forums that I can root on verizon is the one plus but it is too expensive. I have found other potential alternatives, but most of the rooting guides are vague when it comes to which exact precise models you can and cannot root.

One of these alternatives is the moto G5plus, it looks to be compatible with Verizon and root, but if anyone could very that for me it would be greatly appreciated, as I have exhausted all avenues I know of to be certain. It is frustrating that swappa does not include the exact model names/numbers as this makes things even more complicated.

https://xdaforums.com/g5-plus/how-to/howto-ultimate-g5-plus-guide-unlocking-t3593531

https://swappa.com/listing/view/LUGZ93134

Also I have read about the pixel, but is this still relevant?

Thanks for taking your time to read this!
[General Questions and Answers] Felimenta97:
I'd say the Lumia 920 in everything, except weight, is better than HTC 8X, IMO.
[General Questions and Answers] Poecifer:
Kidding, right? The 8X isn't even close to the top. It's more expensive with worse specs and a much lower seller than the Lumia 920. I understand being an HTC fanboy, I was once upon a time. However, don't outright lie.
[General Questions and Answers] raidenfreeman:
Hello people!

I want to buy a new android phone, which I intend to keep for 2-3 years.

I am mainly between Xperia S and One S.

The thing is, I hate that these devices only give you 2GB app space. How the heck are you supposed to install something like Copilot that needs 3Gigs?

Anyway, I want something with as good of a camera as possible, and not as expensive as the GS3. The processor doesn't matter almost at all, since it won't be running any emulators or whatever, and some transition lag can be tolerated. I don't need LTE/4G either.

Also I'm very concerned about storage. I own a GS3 (the other phone is not for me) and without anything else (images/music/etc) I use up 3Gigs for apps, so only 2 doesn't sound too good. If I root it, can I move anything to ext storage? Also I'm pretty scared of rooting them, especially since I can't install the ROM on an SD card...

PS: I'd also like it if the battery was removable, since the 1700mA batteries they have are laughable (although I'm very happy with GS3's battery life), plus I want to be able to easily change the battery after a year or two, cause its life will be half a day by then...
[General Questions and Answers] Felimenta97:
Those 2 Gb for apps are for the apk themselves, not the game data. Those 3 Gbs go to the SD CARD partition.

Now, comparing the two phones:

Screen: Xperia S. Higher resolution, IMO, a better screen technology, and higher PPI)

Internal memory: Xperia S (32 vs 16)

RAM: tie

Bluetooth: One S (4.0 vs 2.1)

Camera: Xperia S

Processor: One S (Snapdragon S4 vs Snapdragon S3)
[General Questions and Answers] vj_dustin:
well i had just heard and read around that HTC 8x is "THE" next Windows flagship device! So i recommended that.

Personally, i hate HTC, specially the sense UI!
[General Questions and Answers] Poecifer:
Without a question not the case. The 8x is loaded with flaws and while nice, falls short on the 8x in every sense.
[General Questions and Answers] Aqower:
I'm not sure what to buy, I wan't to use max ~$700

I can get a padfone 3-in-1 for $682.55100...

Or should I just go for a Nexus 4?

I like the idea with the tablet and netbook with the padphone, not sure if it's very good performance-wise though.

Suggestions?
[General Questions and Answers] Ganbara_Knight:
When the multitask feature comes out for the galaxy-s3 (rooted), everyone that gave up the gs3 for the note 2 will be mad, lol.

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I think the Nexus 4 will do you just fine. It's cheap and will be just as great, or even better than the others.
[General Questions and Answers] blaik2k4:
whats better then lg thrill 3d phone

for a 3d phone?
[General Questions and Answers] Aqower:
Well the Nexus 4 have the same price as the padfone 3-in-1(as the one I found on secondhand market, good as new) here in Sweden.
[General Questions and Answers] Jamalleelee:
Well if it's cheap you want. Hhgreg has cheap "android tablets" for about $40. I don't know what brand they are but they can play angry birds. I don't know if you have a store called " big lots" but they also have the same type of deal.
[General Questions and Answers] ekiMheT:
Looking for a cheapish phone for doing all the normal stuff like email, smsing, phoning people and possible play a few games. .would also like it to be able to have a cool theme (Never had an android not sure if all can do it.)
[General Questions and Answers] Felimenta97:
Any preference for good design or good camera, or that doesn't matter. The Ace 2 and the Xperia U (the latter being my personal preference) would be good.
[General Questions and Answers] ekiMheT:
Thanks I'll probably go with the Xperia U
[General Questions and Answers] bdpyo:
My contract on at&t is up on xmas day. Been with these asshats since 2004, owned several devices with android and ios OS.

Is the galaxy s3 my only hope rigght now? I have owned the s3 for a breif time but just not sure if it will do the trick for the next 2 years...

I know I can save hundreds by switching to prepaid and buying a nexus 4 but, im not sure ill be happy with lg's latest "build" and also its easier for my brother and I to stay with at&t at the moment..

I dont really require the need for lte whereas all I do on my phone is take pics, creep facebook and instagram amd text alot...

Not sure what to do...
[General Questions and Answers] skygio99:
Xperia U can be a good choice, work fine and has an excellent support
[General Questions and Answers] alex-p690:
Hello everybody!

I can buy an Xperia PLAY of a friend of mine for about 200$. I don't know if it worth it. I can see it can play really good games like NOVA 3, Modern Combat 3, NFS MW2 whithout any lag, but will it perform the same in about 1-2 years. Its processor is only 1Ghz and only 512 RAM. I'm thinking that i can root it and overclock it at 1,4Ghz like Xperia Arc S wich has the same chipset.

Please help me with oppinions.
[General Questions and Answers] xmixmaster:
try xperia s with a stock kernel overclocked KA19 perfomance u get near to 2ghz dual core or unsrall on it the rom or pac v18 JB is more lighter than ice cream
[General Questions and Answers] skygio99:
It 'a 2011 model and you can not upgrade to JB rom stok, you must remain to ICS for rom stok.

Sony has stated that it will not release updates to JB for 2011 models
[General Questions and Answers] alex-p690:
In my country Sony doesn't even released the ICS update. I thought i can install a custom ROM, but the phone is old and i think it can't keep it up with the gaming requirements.
[General Questions and Answers] Droidriven:
Verizon locks the bootloader on all the devices they offer/sell. Your best bet is to find an unlocked non-Verizon device that you like that is also compatible with the Verizon network then activate that device on your Verizon account.

The easy options these days are Pixel devices and OnePlus devices, but, again, the non-Verizon versions because Verizon locks the bootloader on even their Pixel and OnePlus devices. Hence, an unbranded or at least network unlocked non-Verizon version of a device is the best option.

All of the Pixel variants are still very relevant in the development community. Pixel 2 variants, Pixel 3 variants and even Pixel 4 variants are well priced.
[General Questions and Answers] CamoGeko:
I second this, even older generations of Pixel are very practical and versatile devices. I very recently picked up a Pixel 2XL 128GB for a very good price almost brand new.

Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Thebear Blue XDA Labs
[General Questions and Answers] jacopastorius:
Hi guys i cant decide between 2 devices: redmi note 9 pro and pixel 3a (used). My budget is 300€ and i want gcam and a phone that can be rooted. I prefer android One but It Is not a must given that i will root one day. My main concern about pixel 3a Is the smaller amount of RAM that is pushing me ti redmi which Is a younger device. What do you think?
[General Questions and Answers] Raresh T:
Go with pixel 3a. 4 gigs of ram is just enough nowadays. That if you don't play intensive not optimized games. Otherwise you won't have a problem. Plus you might expect way more updates.

Or try finding pixel 3xl. Seems to have better overall specs and is much older, you might find it at the same price range.
[General Questions and Answers] TapaSte:
What about moto one macro ? After having a miui interface on my redmi note 8t I'd like to come back to an aosp experience. I've found a macro like new, in warranty, for about 100 euro.

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[General Questions and Answers] Vdfx9user:
Hello and thank you for taking the time to read my question.

Im in between switching phones and im wondering which one is better for gaming my 2 phones that I have in mind are the tcl 10l or the Huawei P40 lite, which one has better gpu and processor?

Thank you for your time :)
[General Questions and Answers] Raresh T:
Well, neither is extraordinary. Go with huawei. (https://www.notebookcheck.net/Adren...vs-Adreno-610_10317_10362_9921.247598.0.html)
[General Questions and Answers] |>/\nte:
Greetings guys...

I stumbled upon the xperia x performance, priced at 140€, boxed and shipped with a full warranty etc. (new old stock from stores). I thought about picking one up as a secondary phone for myself, one that I would use while my daily driver is charging or when it'd have no battery, mess around with it with mods, roms etc. Despite the lack of this phone's roms and mods here on xda, I'm still seriously considering getting one (again, as a secondary phone), since it's so cheap but at the same time has *some* goodies (mods etc.), as well as basically flagship specs. What would be your feedback on this? Anything better I could pick up for about the same price or shall I look in the used market? If so, I'd appreciate any alternatives.
[General Questions and Answers] Vdfx9user:
Thank you so much for your answer I was leaning towards huawei because I can get tempered glass and a case at the store, Im paying 170€ and some points I accumulated in the past is it a good deal?
[General Questions and Answers] Raresh T:
So let's me get this straight. You want to get this phone for mods and roms, even if you know there aren't mods or roms for it?....

I would rather suggest going with an Samsung S6. The phone is still quite loved by the community, wouldnt be a surprise if it gets android 11 at some point next year.

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Tempered glass is good. Keep in mind, a case might overheat your smartphone when you used for gaming. Is a good deal? Well, sure. The phone has average gaming performance, will do just fine most of the time.
[General Questions and Answers] Vdfx9user:
Thank you so much for your answer and have a good day! :)
[General Questions and Answers] |>/\nte:
Thanks for the input. How about the galaxy note 4? I'm kind of worried that the battery would be ****e on an S6 since it's a used phone (I had that on my Xperia Z1).
[General Questions and Answers] Droidriven:
As old as the Note 4 is and the fact that it may have been used for quite a while before they schose to sell it, you would definitely have battery issues sometime in the near future if the battery has never been replaced in the device during the time that they owned it. That is why I prefer phones with removable/replaceable battery.
[General Questions and Answers] |>/\nte:
That's why I thought about the note 4, it's got a removable battery.
[General Questions and Answers] Phenomenon321:
Finally upgrading from Galaxy Note 4

Hi Forum, after using the Note 4 for years I feel that it's time for an upgrade. After doing a research, I'm leaning towards the LG V40. Are there any better phones with a comparable price tag? I'm getting it used.
[General Questions and Answers] QkTreasures:
Help Me To Choose Between LG V40, V60 or G8x Please!

So I'm having a hard time deciding if I should get either a LG V40 or V60 or even LG G8x to replace my sluggish LG V30? V40 & G8x can be had for around $200-300 both are good phone's.

G8x has a better battery, better processor, more memory plus a better front selfie camera. But it also has lower ppi 403 vs 537 on LG V40. 2 rear camera vs 3 on LG V40. I also heard the finger print reader is finicky and someone mentioned that with Android 10 it was even worse. Lastly G8x has lower screen resolution 1080x2340 vs 1440x3120

A fella on YouTube mentioned that if you get the LG V40 unlocked version which is V405QA7 that it has root available and that you can fix battery and throttling issues.

Or do I bite the bullet and get the LG V60 for more of a future proof thing? I'm sure there is some positive and trade-offs with this too. I just bought my wife a One Plus 8 from T-mobile today for $350 with 50% off. Would of gotten the One Plus 7T for $150 but it was out of stock everywhere probably because it's now discontinued.

I myself like having a SD card and headphone jack so LG is still probably best for me to stay with. Help me out here please, what phone should I get? Thanks Ron.

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[General Questions and Answers] mrrocketdog:
from what i've just read about tbe LG G8x only the european model is bootloader unlockable. ,even u.s./canadian unbranded devices are locked down.

so if you care about root you may want to look into the european model.

cause i'm with you on extSDcard and headphone jack.

js :)
[General Questions and Answers] QkTreasures:
Actually I settled on a LG V60
[General Questions and Answers] flash713:
I've owned a TON of phones since the G1 days when Android started. Some of which I haven't even listed on my little dippy signiture thingy here on XDA. My most favorite phones to date without even thinking twice about it would have to be my Pixel XL back when I had it and my OnePlus 6t that I use now. I bought my mint OnePlus 6t 8gb ram model off swappa.com for $185 not long ago and it smokes anything I've ever had in speed and battery life. I get 7-8 sot (screen on time) and 24+ hours on a better cycle using AOSiP rom with included kernel. I bought my Pixel XL for $155 NEW plastic on box and all from China about two years or so ago and it was awesome as well. The build quality that HTC did on the XL was just awesome! And it is a great phone imo still today!!! But anything with a Snapdragon 845 or newer is a beast! I have a device with a Snapdragon 835 and my OnePlus 6t with the 845 smokes it and it's a very noticeable difference in speed and battery life. In my personal opinion you just can't beat a OnePlus device!! I've had a OnePlus 3 & 5 and now the 6t and always have been happy with them! I know what I'll be getting next and it will most definitely be another OnePlus device, probably 7t or 8 pro in about 6 months or so.. OnePlus is an amazing company and as time goes on they just keep getting better and better at making great devices!! :good: I'm also a pretty hardcore custom rom junkie and the developer friendliness of OnePlus is great! I can't stand bloatware and stupid features that many 0hone companies include in their phones that literally do nothing but eat ram up taking up space that could be used for something else that you actually use. OnePlus's oxygen os is in my opinion the best take on Android we have thus far. If I had to use an Android and not be using a custom rom I couldn't probably do that on any other device but on a OnePlus. Oxygen is pretty great imo. :good:

Just my personal thoughts on Android devices. OnePlus is where it's at!! ???
[General Questions and Answers] mrrocketdog:
well congrats [emoji12] hope its a great phone for you. !