What is the best smartphone for less than 400 euros on our comparator?

Investing in a smartphone for less than 400 euros is the certainty of finding a device with excellent value for money. On the MeilleurMobile comparator, it is possible to find such a product with your criteria.

Over the years, the global mobile phone market has become very competitive. Manufacturers are working hard to offer you the maximum number of services in a smartphone for an attractive price. According to a UFC infographic What to choose, the French spend an average of 330 euros to buy a new phone. In recent years, Chinese manufacturers have taken over this range with quality products. In order to best help you, MeilleurMobile has selected a few mobiles at this price.

The Google Pixel 4a: the best Android experience for a smartphone under 400 euros

The first phone in our selection is the Google Pixel 4a. This is available in its 4G version with a high-quality technical sheet. This goes through a compact appearance with a length of 14 centimeters for a total weight of 143 grams. It offers you a 5.81 inch OLED panel. The pure Android experience set up with the Snapdragon 730G chip, 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage gives you optimal everyday use. A final word on the photo part of the phone. With a single 12.2 megapixel module but above all the software processing from Google, you will be entitled to one of the best possible experiences. The Google Pixel 4a is available from 349 euros.

The advantages of the telephone:

• Its compact size
• An optimal Android experience
• Exceptional photo quality

The technical sheet of the Google phone available on MeilleurMobile

The OnePlus Nord 2: exceptional value for money

For a long time, the Chinese firm OnePlus has played on the level of high-end smartphones sold around 600 euros. With the Nord 2, the manufacturer is trying out another product category. On the technical sheet, sits a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 processor with a 5G modem. The configuration set up offers 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. The mobile comes with Android in its 11th version accompanied by the OxygenOS home overlay. Our comparator can find the smartphone for you below its original price, namely: 369 euros.

The advantages of the telephone:

• One of the best internal powers
• A beautiful AMOLED touch screen
• The OxygenOS overlay

The technical characteristics of the OnePlus Nord 2 on our site

The Oppo Find X3 Lite: the smartphone for less than 400 euros with high-end services

With the Find X3 range, the Chinese manufacturer is trying to present attractive services. Despite the fact that it is a mobile less than 400 euros, the Oppo Find X3 Lite is an attractive product as evidenced by our test. It has a very simple design but a formidable efficiency with a grain on the back allowing the grip. The other strength of the phone lies in the fast charging, very rare at this price, which allows you to be at 100% of battery in less than an hour. A very pleasant arrangement especially in view of an internal power which is also of quality. The Find X3 Lite is sold at 399 euros, but the MeilleurMobile comparator can find it for you even cheaper.

The advantages of the telephone:

• The sobriety of its design
• Fast charging implemented
• Its well-calibrated touch screen

Find out more about the Oppo Find X3 Lite on the comparator

The Vivo V21: the specialist in selfies and photography

The young Chinese company puts forward a fairly large catalog of phones. In the range of devices sold under 400 euros, the Vivo V21 is one of the most attractive products. The star is in the selfie sensor with a high-quality 44 megapixel resolution. On the main camera, three lenses are juxtaposed to offer you a wide range of possibilities. The MediaTek Dimensity 800 U processor with a 5G modem for a better internet connection. The phone is sold at 419 euros, but promotions regularly drop it below 400 euros.

The advantages of the telephone:

• Its 44 megapixel selfie sensor
• The 5G connection of the phone
• A nice, pleasant format

Here is the Vivo V21 in detail on MeilleurMobile

The Xiaomi POCO F3: treat yourself to high-end performance without breaking the bank

The search for a smartphone under 400 euros will also lead you to Xiaomi. The Chinese leader offers a vast catalog of products at various and varied prices. The POCO F3 is in this straight line with an attractive technical sheet. The smartphone is built around a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 G processor and a solid configuration. Whichever version you choose, the 5G phone highlights optimal connection power for you. The POCO F3 is available from 369 euros but it is possible to get it even cheaper.

The advantages of the telephone:

• Internal power under Snapdragon 870G
• The OLED interface set up
• The autonomy offered on the POCO

The Xiaomi POCO F3 on the MeilleurMobile comparator

The Realme GT Master Edition: the internal power worthy of a very high-end smartphone

With its GT range, the Chinese manufacturer offers a Master Edition with a slightly more refined technical sheet. The goal is to sell you a smartphone for less than 400 euros with attractive services. In this case, the product works around a Snapdragon 778 processor with a 5G modem within it. The configuration put in place will also allow you a substantial lifespan, but that’s not all. The Super Dart fast charge was put to the test during our test and gets to 100% in under 30 minutes. The Realme GT Master Edition is available from 349 euros on our comparator.

The advantages of the telephone:

• A touchscreen optimized for gaming
• Its internal power tutting the peaks
• Fast charging within 30 minutes

The Realme GT Master Edition highlighted on our comparator

How to choose the right smartphone for less than 400 euros?

Before embarking on the acquisition of such a device, our team gives you some advice on how to buy a mobile at this price. Indeed, this range imposes a few conditions and you are aware that there are some little tips to preserve your wallet.

What should I give up for less than 400 euros?

Unlike the high-end where brands offer you full services, the middle of the basket will ask you for some concessions. The data sheets for the phones in question focus on a particular area. It’s up to you to choose between power, autonomy, the camera or the touch screen, to obtain the smartphone that will meet your consumption. To do this, do not hesitate to read our tests in our dedicated section.

Which brand can I trust?

Nowadays, the global telephony market has become very competitive. It is not easy to find a trusted brand for a slightly more expensive price range. However, well-known brands like Samsung or Xiaomi are easily placed in this price sector. Here are listed below the best manufacturers for phones under 400 euros:

How to get a device even cheaper?

There are also ways to buy even cheaper phones. On our comparator, the prices of the devices are updated every day in order to find the rare pearl. The other way to get a discount on your mobile is to subsidize it via a smartphone. The operators set up promotional mechanisms allowing you to buy the product for one euro and then spread the payment over several months. MeilleurMobile also sets up a package comparator to help you.

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Trust the refurbished and the occasional

The market for second hand devices are starting to grow exponentially. This will allow you to purchase high-end, refurbished devices for the best experience. In France, the market for refurbished smartphones is tightly controlled on the reinstatement of specialized companies. It is thus possible to buy a top-of-the-range refurbished smartphone for less than 400 euros. Here is a small selection below:

• IPhone SE 2020
• The Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro
• The Samsung Galaxy S10
• The Oppo Find X2 Lite
• The Huawei P30

All refurbished phones available for comparison on MeilleurMobile