Should I buy a new mid-range or old high-end Android smartphone?

Currently, smartphone manufacturers launch new products very often, helping users have more choices in different segments. Later-generation phones are often improved in both features and design, but are not always "friendly" to users' wallets.

Meanwhile, older phones that are still new are cheaper, but are not always fully updated with modern security features and conditions.

On many technology forums, the choice of whether to buy a new mid-range smartphone or an old high-end smartphone, especially with Android phones with diverse models, is often discussed. Some outstanding opinions are given as follows.

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Older high-end phones are not necessarily outdated if they have only been released for about 1-2 years. At that time, the equipment of Android phones is usually still strong, plus the reduced price will make it more accessible to users. Many retailers also choose to sell these phone lines because they are popular with many users.

In particular, the equipment that users are interested in such as 2K screen, camera, performance often retains good ratings, without many changes.

For example, according to some retailers, the Samsung Galaxy S series is still quite good but the price is cheaper. Huawei's P30 and Mate 20 series are still sought after by many people. Many users even wait for new phones to come out to buy old ones, showing the appeal of these phone lines.

However, design and new feature trends on smartphones are always changing and constantly updated, so older phones cannot avoid becoming outdated in design. To ensure that the quality remains the best and does not become too outdated, users are advised not to buy models that are too old.

For new mid-range Android smartphones:

The new mid-range mobile devices definitely have the advantage in terms of looks and updates on trends. Although they may not have the highest configuration, these phones are often equipped with enough power to satisfy users with common needs. Sometimes some mid-range smartphones also have some performance highlights, helping to impress customers.

When buying a genuine new machine, you can also rest assured about the quality, which comes with warranty, return, and promotional policies. In particular, from 2021, according to Google's new regulations, new Android phones will have their OS upgraded continuously for 5 consecutive years. That is a huge advantage when buying new machines from manufacturers.

However, mid-range smartphones often do not have a long life cycle, usually only after 1-2 years. Besides, to reduce costs, the company will also only use average materials such as plastic instead of glass or ceramic.

Not only that, mid-range smartphones are also not often equipped with comprehensive features, but only focus on perfecting some of the most outstanding features. Therefore, users need to base on their specific needs to choose the appropriate phone model.

Kareem Winters

Update 01 April 2024