In addition to entry-level cell phones, Black Friday 2021 can be a great opportunity for those looking for intermediate smartphones that can perform some more advanced tasks. These models bring interesting features and are not as expensive as the premium versions.
If you are in doubt about which option to choose in this segment, check out the list with the best cost-effective phones of 2021 to buy on Black Friday created by TechWorld.
Motorola Moto G60
Moto G60.Source: Motorola/Disclosure
Costing around R$ 2 thousand at retail – with a much cheaper price forecast on Motorola Black Friday – the Moto G60 stands out for its 108 MP camera, which promises to render high quality photos and videos. The 6,000 mAh battery and support for NFC are other attractions.
Specifications
- Screen: 6.8 inch IPS LCD, with FHD+ resolution and 120 Hz
- Processor: Snapdragon 732G octa-core (2,3 GHz)
- Storage: 128GB, expandable to 1TB
- RAM: 6 GB
- Drums: 6.000 mAh
- Cameras: 108 MP (main), 8 MP (ultra wide and macro) and 2 MP (depth sensor); 32 MP (front)
- Software: Android 11
- Extras: modo Dual Capture, NFC, entrada P2 (3,5 mm)
Samsung Galaxy A72
Galaxy A72.Source: Samsung/Disclosure
If you’re thinking about getting a Galaxy A72 this Black Friday, it has up to 8 GB of RAM and a 90 Hz frequency screen, it also has stereo sound and a 64 MP camera. It costs just over R$2,000 currently.
Specifications
- Screen: 6.7 inches Super AMOLED, with FHD+ resolution and 90 Hz
- Processor: Snapdragon 720G octa-core (up to 2.3GHz)
- Storage: 128GB, expandable to 1TB
- RAM: 6 GB
- Drums: 5.000 mAh
- Cameras: 64 MP (main), 12 MP (ultra wide), 8 MP (telephoto) and 5 MP (macro); 32 MP (front)
- Software: Android 11
- Extras: NFC, Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Samsung Galaxy A52
Galaxy A52.Source: Samsung/Disclosure
The Galaxy A52 brings some features usually found in more expensive cell phones, such as optical image stabilization and a 90 Hz screen. Its average price is around R$ 1,800.
Specifications
- Screen: 6.5 inches Super AMOLED, with FHD+ resolution and 90 Hz
- Processor: Snapdradgon 720G octa-core (up to 2.3GHz)
- Storage: 128GB, expandable to 1TB
- RAM: 6 GB
- Drums: 4.500 mAh
- Cameras: 64MP (main), 12MP (ultra wide), 5MP (macro), 5MP (depth sensor); 32 MP (front)
- Software: Android 11
- Extras: modo Game Booster, NFC, OIS
Realm C25
Realme C25.Source: Realme/Disclosure
Recently launched in Brazil and with an average price of R$ 1.2 thousand, the cheapest option to buy is the Realme C25 on Black Friday. It has a 6,000 mAh battery and a 48 MP main camera.
Specifications
- Screen: 6.5 inch IPS LCD, with HD resolution and 60Hz
- Processor: MediaTek Helio G70 octa-core (up to 2 GHz)
- Storage: 64GB and 128GB, expandable to 512GB
- RAM: 4 GB
- Drums: 6.000 mAh
- Cameras: 48 MP (main), 2 MP (macro), 2 MP (depth sensor); 8 MP (front)
- Software: Android 11
- Extras: 18W fast charging
Poco M3 Pro 5G
Poco M3 Pro 5G.Source: Xiaomi/Disclosure
5G cell phones should be in great demand on Black Friday 2021. One of the models to keep an eye on is the Poco M3 Pro 5G, a subsidiary of Xiaomi, which costs R$1,500 and has NFC.
Specifications
- Screen: 6.5 inch IPS LCD, with FHD+ resolution and 90 Hz
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 700 octa-core (up to 2.2 GHz)
- Storage: 64GB or 128GB, expandable to 512GB
- RAM: 4 GB or 6 GB
- Drums: 5,000 mAh (18W)
- Cameras: 48 MP (principal), 2 MP (teleobjetiva), 2 MP (macro); 8 MP (frontal)
- Software: Android 11 (MIUI 12)
- Extras: 5G, NFC and reverse charging
Redmi Note 10 5G
Redmi Note 10 5G.Source: Xiaomi/Disclosure
Another 5G phone highlighted is the Redmi Note 10 5G, which has three rear cameras and a 90 Hz screen. The price ranges from R$1,500 to R$2,000.
Specifications
- Screen: 6.5 inch IPS LCD, with FHD+ resolution and 90 Hz
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 700 octa-core (up to 2.2 GHz)
- Storage: 128GB, expandable to 512GB
- RAM: 4 GB
- Drums: 5.000 mAh
- Cameras: 48 MP (principal), 2 MP (teleobjetiva), 2 MP (macro); 8 MP (frontal)
- Software: Android 11 (MIUI 12)
- Extras: 5G, NFC, support for two chips
Apple iPhone SE (2nd generation)
iPhone SE 2020.Source: Apple/Disclosure
We ended the list bringing the iPhone SE 2nd generation, considered the “basic” model from Apple. With the A13 Bionic chip, also used by the iPhone 11, it can be found for up to R$ 2,300. The cell phone can be suitable for those who prefer smaller devices.
Specifications
- Screen: 4.7 inch IPS LCD, with HD resolution
- Processor: A13 Bionic
- Storage: 64GB and 128GB
- RAM: 3 GB
- Drums: 1.821 mAh
- Cameras: 12 MP (principal); 7 MP (frontal)
- Software: iOS 15
- Extras: chip eSIM