Which Android Phones have the Best Battery Life?
Calling our devices smart phones is really a misnomer; they are really handheld computers that process massive amounts of data. This is why they are so wonderful, of course, but also means that they require a fair amount of power, too.
No one wants to have to charge their phone in the middle of the day, or panic during a power outage. So, how do you choose the best Android phone? Well, start with learning about battery life.
The average life of an Android phone is about ten hours, although some phones have a much better battery life and some have significantly less. Certain activities such as surfing the Internet or playing games can drain battery life. However, here are some of the best Android phones in terms of battery life regardless of whether you use your phone for talking, texting, Android gaming, or as a web browser:
Motorola Droid Razr Maxx
By far the industry leader, the Razr clocks in at an impressive sixteen hours (or even as much as 19, according to some sources). With its huge 4.3 inch screen and 8mp camera, 4G connection and 1.2 GHz speed, as well as its light construction and super thin body, it’s hard to go wrong with this phone.
Samsung Rugby Pro
With a battery life of nearly sixteen hours, the Rugby Pro offers a sturdier construction that makes it safer for those that are hard on phones. It’s also 4G with a fast processor although the camera offers a more modest 5mp. It does, however, offer a more rigid frame and is waterproof for up to a half hour under a meter of water.
Samsung Galaxy S III
This phone falls much closer to the average battery life of Android phones, clocking it at slightly under twelve hours (although some sources rate it much higher). However, it does offer the most bang for your buck with its big screen, light weight and incredible processing speed. It also has an 8mp camera and a high resolution screen and is considered the best rival of the iPhone.
HTC Droid DNA
By far the biggest phone with a great battery life, the HTC DNA offers a whopping five inch screen but a light weight and a 1.5 GHz processor – one of the best available. With both a rear and front facing camera (rear is 8mp and front is 2.9mp), you can get great shots with this phone. While some consider the large size a bit awkward in pockets, the large size makes it excellent for entertainment. With a battery life of about eight hours (some sources go as high as eleven, but most say seven to nine), you’ll need to keep your charge cord handy.
So what phones should you avoid? The worst battery life offenders are definitely the pay-as-you-go phones available at stores that specialize in prepaid services; some phones barely make it to the three hour mark. If you are worried about battery life, it’s clearly a smarter bet to go through the big service providers to get the best deal on a great phone.
