Umar Naqshbandi
Bigger is better? Well, this might be true on a smartphone (if you don’t mind the extra few grams). A phablet or a big-screen smartphone offers you the best immersive view, especially during screen-intensive activities such as mobile web browsing and multimedia viewing.
Wait no further. Ditch your small display and get your eyes opened with an expansive view from the phablets in our list below.
9 Best Smartphones with Big Screens in Malaysia
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Why It’s Our Top Pick:
The Galaxy Z Fold4 is the perfect combination of a large screen and portability. It’s basically two phones in one that can be folded into half its size – making it even more pocket-friendly.
Overview:
Claimed as the toughest foldable yet, the Galaxy Z Fold4 is also the first foldable that can take on water. From the inside out, glass to metal, it is ready to stand up to life’s bumps and fumbles.
Its super-productive screen allows you to add apps to the taskbar which significantly helps in quick navigation and multitasking between windows. Furthermore, scrolling the newsfeed and gaming is lag-free on the 120Hz display.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 Specs
- Chipset: Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
- RAM: 12GB
- Storage: 256GB SSD
- Display: Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak), 7.6 inches, 183.2 cm2 (~90.9% screen-to-body ratio), 1812 x 2176 pixels (~373 ppi density); Cover display: Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ 6.2 inches, 904 x 2316 pixels, 23.1:9 ratio
- Weight: 0.263kg
- Ports: USB Type-C
- Dimensions: 155.1 (H) x 130.1 (W) x 6.3 (D) mm; When folded: 155.1 (H) x 6.71 (W) x 15.8-14.2 (D) mm
Who is this for?
The Galaxy Z Fold4 is pocket-friendly, even for those who don’t like to carry a handbag or pouch. It is great in many aspects, including its unique form factor, 120Hz display, pro-grade cameras and powerful Snapdragon chipset. What’s more, you also get the S Pen that allows you to write where you need it.
Overview:
What are the four things to love about the Huawei Nova 8i? It will be the 6.67-inch edgeless display, 128GB large SSD storage, 64MP AI Quad camera and the 66W SuperCharge.
The Nova 8i does not cut corners on its appearance, featuring a premium aesthetic design with dynamic colour. On the other hand, Google Play Store will not be missed anymore as the HUAWEI AppGallery is now loaded with all kinds of mobile apps and exclusive app content.
HUAWEI Nova 8i Specs
- Chipset: Qualcomm SM6115 Snapdragon 662 (11 nm)
- RAM: 8GB
- Storage: 128GB SSD
- Display: 6.67 inches, 108.1cm2 (~89.4% screen-to-body ratio), 1080 x 2376 pixels (~391 ppi density)
- Weight: 0.190kg
- Ports: USB Type-C 2.0, 3.5mm jack
- Dimensions: 161.85 (H) x 74.7 (W) x 8.58 (D) mm
Who is this for?
For a budget big-screen phone recommendation, look no further than the HUAWEI Nova 8i. The 6.67-inch FHD+ thin bezel display gives you boundless viewing for limitless fun. Although the battery capacity isn’t the biggest, it can be fully charged in just 38 minutes. Credits to the 120-degree ultra-wide angle camera, you can capture magnificent sceneries and large group photos all in one shot.
Overview:
Slim and bold, the Galaxy S22 Ultra stands out with sophisticated and timeless colours that amplify its sleek design. It is the first S series with a built-in S Pen, embracing the freedom to write and sketch.
You get a Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with Vision Booster plus a brightness of 1750 nits at its peak. The Galaxy also packs professional-grade cameras that deliver brilliant shots even in the dark.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G Specs
- Chipset: Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
- RAM: 8GB
- Storage: 128GB SSD
- Display: 173.1mm (6.8" full rectangle) / 172.5mm (6.8" rounded corners), 3088 x 1440 (Quad HD+), Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Weight: 0.228kg
- Ports: USB Type-C 3.2, USB On-The-Go
- Dimensions: 163.3 (H) x 77.9 (W) x 8.9 (D) mm
Who is this for?
This time, the Galaxy S22 Ultra features a new Snapdragon chipset, faster 45W charging as well as a 6.8-inch full rectangle display. Compared to S21 Ultra, the latter has a bigger pixel sensor and significant improvement in capturing low-light photos. The enhanced AI intelligently adapts to your practice and saves power on the 5000mAh battery.
Overview:
Not only does it feature an immersive 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, but the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro also comes with a MediaTek octa-core processor that can handle daily tasks effortlessly. Scrolling through content becomes extra smooth and fluid on the 120Hz ultra-high refresh rate screen.
Its 108MP flagship-level imaging system collects and records memories with outstanding photographs. Whenever the juice is running low, the 5000mAh massive battery can be recharged at 67W turbo charging.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro Specs
- Chipset: Mediatek Helio G96 (12 nm)
- RAM: 6GB
- Storage: 128GB SSD
- Display: 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~86.0% screen-to-body ratio), Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 700 nits, 1200 nits (peak), 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density), Corning Gorilla Glass 5
- Weight: 0.202kg
- Ports: USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go, 3.5mm jack
- Dimensions: 164.19 (H) x 76.1 (W) x 8.12 (D) mm
Who is this for?
The Redmi Note 11 Pro offers expansive visuals and a maximum brightness of 1200 nits so it’s still clear even under direct sunlight. To deliver more responsive navigation across the screen, the Redmi phone also supports up to 360Hz touch sampling and 120Hz refresh rate.
Overview:
“A” for awesome. The Samsung Galaxy A73 features a blazing 5G connection that greatly enhances your everyday mobile experience. You can experience seamless streaming, hyper-fast sharing and gaming.
The FHD+ Super AMOLED Plus display delivers vivid and clear images at 120Hz super-smooth scrolling. Its 108MP wide-angle camera captures more light and details, together with the Hybrid Optic Zoom catches far-away objects easily.
Samsung Galaxy A73 5g Specs
- Chipset: Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm)
- RAM: 8GB
- Storage: 256GB SSD
- Display: 169.5mm (6.7" full rectangle) / 166.4mm (6.6" rounded corners), 1080 x 2400 (FHD+), Super AMOLED Plus
- Weight: 0.181kg
- Ports: USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go
- Dimensions: 163.7 (H) x 76.1 (W) x 7.6 (D) mm
Who is this for?
The Galaxy A73 5G is an inexpensive alternative if you don’t want to break the bank for a flagship model. It has a thin and light design, featuring a 6.7-inch narrow bezel display. You also get a long-lasting 5000mAh battery which supports adaptive power saving and 25W fast charging. With a rated IP6, the Galaxy is spill, splash and splatter resistant.
Overview:
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G is more than what you expect. Despite packing a big 120Hz display, you still get a long-lasting battery life thanks to the energy-efficient octa-core architecture as well as an energy-saving LCD.
Coming with OxygenOS 12.1 out of the box, you get fresh features and faster app loading from the jump. The real-time temperature monitoring comes in handy to ensure your battery is safe and cool.
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G
- Chipset: Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 695 5G Chipset
- RAM: 8GB
- Storage: 128GB SSD
- Display: 6.59 ''120 Hz LCD display, 2412 x 1080 pixels 401ppi, Supports sRGB, Display P3, Corning® Gorilla® Glass
- Weight: 0.195kg
- Ports: USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go, 3.5mm jack
- Dimensions: 164.3 (H) x 75.6 (W) x 8.5 (D) mm
Who is this for?
Not everyone needs flagship specs and features. If you are just looking for a mid-tier model, do grab the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G. It has all-rounder performance from a 6.59-inch 120Hz display, a mammoth 5000mAh battery, to a Snapdragon 5G chipset. We are also glad that OnePlus includes a 3.5mm jack for music lovers.
Overview:
Big in screen size but not in price. The POCO C40 features an enormous 6.71-inch Dot Drop display which can output HD+ quality at 1650 x 720 resolution. Even better, the POCO is also great in battery capacity for all-day usage.
The octa-core processor delivers smooth performance and responds to your everyday needs without lags. You can also expand the storage up to 1TB to store your photos, music and files.
POCO C40 Specs
- Chipset: JLQ JR510 (11 nm)
- RAM: 3GB
- Storage: 32GB SSD
- Display: 6.71 inches, 106.5cm2 (~82.0% screen-to-body ratio), 720 x 1650 pixels (~268 ppi density), IPS LCD, 400 nits, Corning Gorilla Glass, Reading Mode
- Weight: 0.204kg
- Ports: USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go, 3.5mm jack
- Dimensions: 169.59 (H) x 76.56 (W) x 9.18 (D) mm
Who is this for?
Want an affordable smartphone with a massive display? That will be the POCO C40. It comes with a 6.71-inch HD+ display that outsizes most of its competitors. It’s also worth to mention that the POCO phone is rated with IP52 for water and dust resistance. It has a microSDXC slot that allows you to upgrade the storage capacity with an SD card.
Overview:
The recently launched Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is bigger and better. It comes with a supersized Super Retina XDR display, delivering high resolution and great colour accuracy. The innovative Dynamic Island also helps to keep all your important info at a glance.
On the other hand, you get a huge plus for the battery with a maximum of 29 hours of video playback. The iPhone also supports MagSafe and wireless charging up to 15W. It can detect a severe car crash and calls for help when you can’t.
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Specs:
- Chipset: A16 Bionic chip
- RAM: 6GB
- Storage: 128GB SSD
- Display: Super Retina XDR, HDR10, 6.7‑inch (diagonal) all‑screen OLED display, 2796x1290-pixel resolution at 460 PPI
- Weight: 0.240kg
- Ports: Lightning, USB 2.0
- Dimensions: 160.7 (H) x 77.6 (W) x 7.85 (D) mm
Who is this for?
The iPhone 14 Pro Max is for everyone (if your budget allows it) as it holds its value longer than other smartphones. It is built to withstand everyday wear and tear, spills and splashes. You get frequent software updates to stay current with new features and the latest security. For previous Android users, switching to iPhone is a breeze now thanks to the built-in app that transfers your photos and contacts.
Overview:
The Black Shark 5 Pro brings unmatched performance with its fully upgraded Snapdragon 8 chipset. Designed for fast-paced gaming, you get to enjoy a super-fast 144Hz E-sports OLED display that also delivers a colourful visual experience for daily use.
Furthermore, the Black Sharp uses dual VC liquid cooling plates for excellent cooling performance during most intensive gameplay. Supporting 120W Hyper Charge, you can revive your phone to 100% in just 15mins.
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro Specs
- Chipset: Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
- RAM: 8GB
- Storage: 128GB SSD
- Display: 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~85.7% screen-to-body ratio), 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) Always-on display
- Weight: 0.220kg
- Ports: USB Type-C 2.0, video output
- Dimensions: 163.9 (H) x 76.5 (W) x 9.5 (D) mm
Who is this for?
The Black Shark 5 Pro is a beast when it comes to mobile gaming. It comes with a dual zone pressure-sensitive display with a 720Hz touch sampling rate. The phone is always kept cool in all scenarios with the redesigned cooling architecture. Besides that, you also get a 108MP ultra-clear camera, 5G and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity.
FAQ:
- Is a bigger phone screen better for the eyes?
The answer is contradictory. There are conflicting opinions over the Internet regarding how a phone screen was connected to your eye health.
However, as far as we are concerned, there are more reasons behind the causes of eye discomfort over the continued use of a smartphone. This includes the panel types, brightness levels, flickers and of course the display sizes.
Regardless of the screen size, taking regular breaks is the most essential thing to do. For every 20 minutes intervals on the screen, we suggest taking a short break to blink and look at distant objects to keep your eyes comfortable.