Back-to-School Phone Guide: 10 Popular Phone Recommendations, There's One for You!

Back-to-School Phone Guide: 10 Popular Phone Recommendations, There's One for You!With the new school year right around the corner, smartphone manufacturers are launching their summer promotions to capture more users. In fact, whether you're a student or not, this is a great time to buy a phone, as young people's needs tend to be similar, and you can take advantage of these promotions to find the product you've been wanting

Back-to-School Phone Guide: 10 Popular Phone Recommendations, There's One for You!

With the new school year right around the corner, smartphone manufacturers are launching their summer promotions to capture more users. In fact, whether you're a student or not, this is a great time to buy a phone, as young people's needs tend to be similar, and you can take advantage of these promotions to find the product you've been wanting. Young people have high expectations for their phone experiences, so we've selected models that meet the daily needs of most users, ensuring you don't have to settle. The selected models not only offer great value for money but also aim to ensure a lifespan of around 4 years. After comparing various options, we've chosen the following ten models, and there's bound to be one that meets your needs.

Please note that the following prices are based on third-party platforms and may vary. Please refer to actual prices at the time of purchase.

01 iQOO Z9 Turbo

Memory Version: 12GB+512GB

Estimated Price: 1841 yuan

In the price range around 2000 yuan, we highly recommend models equipped with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 or Snapdragon 7+ processors, as they provide maximum performance and ensure a smooth user experience. The iQOO Z9 Turbo is one such model worth considering. Beyond delivering full frame rates in demanding games like "Genshin Impact," this phone boasts a 6000mAh battery and 80W fast charging, while maintaining a slim and lightweight body. Add to that blue light filtering and anti-flickering features, and it's extremely competitive within its price range. This phone launched at 1999 yuan and has already seen significant price drops. The 512GB version can be found on third-party platforms for just 1841 yuan, and opting for the 256GB version will save you an additional 200 yuan. It's a truly value-for-money model.

02 OPPO Reno12

Memory Version: 16GB+256GB

Estimated Price: 2264 yuan

There are plenty of options in the 2000 yuan bracket, but why do we recommend the OPPO Reno12, powered by the Dimensity 8250? The fact is, many female users don't care about processors; they just want a phone that looks good and performs smoothly. The OPPO Reno12 has become a sales champion numerous times thanks to its stunning design and smooth user experience, particularly popular in the offline market. This phone employs a "four-curved, soft-edge straight screen," offering a direct screen experience while maintaining a curved-screen feel that fits comfortably in the hand. Coupled with multiple Y2K-style color options, its aesthetics are a significant plus. Another reason we recommend this phone is its unique support for LivePhoto among Android phones. It not only allows photos to come to life but also enables beauty enhancements for live photos, compatible with platforms like Xiaohongshu, which are favored by female users. This phone recently launched a collaboration with "Time Agent" (Shi Guang Dai Li Ren) featuring a Morning Mist Blue version, further enhancing its aesthetics, although the price remains relatively stable for now. If you're budget-conscious, consider the older color options, which are equally good.

03 Redmi K70 Supreme Edition

Memory Version: 12GB+256GB

Estimated Price: 2485 yuan

The Redmi K70 Supreme Edition is clearly aimed at performance flagships, directly equipped with the Dimensity 9300+ processor, boasting the most powerful processor in the current Android lineup. It can achieve 60FPS in "Genshin Impact" at 863P resolution, and with the powerful D1 independent display chip, it also offers a 1.5K resolution + 120FPS experience for "Genshin Impact," delivering a truly immersive gaming experience. In terms of other specs, the 50-megapixel IMX906 + ultra-wide-angle + macro combination is sufficient for everyday use, the 1.5K screen provides good display quality, though not as good as 2K, it offers lower power consumption. Adding features like IP68, NFC, and infrared remote control, it's a comprehensive experience-packed mid-range phone, perfect for young users.

04 iQOO Neo9S Pro

Memory Version: 12GB+256GB

Estimated Price: 2490 yuan

This phone also features the Dimensity 9300+ processor, and in the Neo 9 series, I believe it's the most worthwhile purchase. After all, its processor is virtually unmatched in this price range, so I won't repeat the details here. Another reason for recommending this phone is that vivo has included numerous learning-related features, essentially large-scale model applications. For example, the Lanxin XiaoV note-taking function can quickly summarize key points and analyze content while watching videos or attending classes. Even if you've joined the workforce, you can still use it during meetings, making it incredibly convenient. It also offers AI screen recognition, image and text extraction, video content analysis and recognition, making the iQOO Neo9S Pro not only a powerful gaming machine but also a great tool for learning and working.

05 Realme GT6

Memory Version: 12GB+256GB

Estimated Price: 2684 yuan

Realme calls this phone the "performance dream machine," equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 mobile platform, naturally, performance is not a concern. A significant reason for recommending this phone is the Realme GT6's superior screen specs, reaching a peak local brightness of 6000nits, making it one of the brightest straight-screen phones currently available. However, compared to the previous generation GT5, the Realme GT6 ditches the 240W fast charging and opts for the 120W + 5800mAh energy-efficient battery solution. In my opinion, while sacrificing the 240W fast charging headline, increasing the battery capacity is a better choice, although it may sound less impressive, it provides a more practical daily experience. As for the currently popular AI features, the Realme GT6 doesn't fall behind. Beyond common AI noise cancellation, natural language dialogue, etc., it also offers the AI Teleport function, significantly increasing the efficiency of multi-application interaction, for example, by directly dragging the link from WeChat to the Maps app, you can quickly navigate, making it incredibly convenient.

06 Honor 200 Pro

Memory Version: 12GB+256GB

Estimated Price: 2859 yuan

Users prioritizing aesthetics should consider the Honor 200 Pro. This phone boasts a highly recognizable design, with the "Art Mirror" camera module adding a sense of artistry. Not only does it look great, but its photographic performance is also impressive. Notably, this camera system not only ensures clear shots of landscapes but also has its own unique tricks when it comes to portrait photography. It introduces the Elegant Portrait Photographic Engine, which uses unique light and shadow styles to highlight facial features, achieving a more three-dimensional depth, adding a touch of elegance. Additionally, the Honor 200 Pro is equipped with a 5200mAh Qinghai Lake battery, an Oasis Eye Protection screen, and other features, offering a well-rounded experience. It's important to note that in the same price range, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor it uses is not particularly cost-effective. With its price reduction, it has entered a more suitable price point for a purchase, making it worth considering.

07 vivo S19 Pro

Memory Version: 12GB+256GB

Estimated Price: 2890 yuan

You might be wondering, at almost 3000 yuan, why choose a model with the Dimensity 9200+ processor? Similar to the previously mentioned OPPO Reno12, users opting for this phone are not as sensitive to the processor model. But frankly, the Dimensity 9200+ still ranks among the top in the current Android lineup, so playing demanding games shouldn't be a problem. In terms of other experiences, the vivo S19 Pro can be considered a phone designed specifically for female users. It's aesthetically pleasing and excels in portrait photography, that's my assessment. Beyond the impressive camera hardware, it also features a studio-grade zoom soft light ring, covering a range of focal lengths, including 24mm landscape portraits, 50mm classic portraits, and 85mm portrait photography, while the front camera also features distortion correction and dual soft lights. Combined with vivo's years of accumulated algorithms in portrait photography, it's perfect for users who prioritize portrait photography.

08 OnePlus Ace 3 Pro

Memory Version: 12GB+256GB

Estimated Price: 3025 yuan

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