5G is no longer a differentiator: in this range it is mandatory. What really changes between models is screen quality, charging speed and how many years of updates each brand promises.
This guide filters only 5G phones currently priced under R$ 1,500 in Comparador Smart's catalog, ranked by AI score. Every card opens the live price at the stores.
A little, in weak-signal areas. That's why we prioritize 5000mAh+ batteries here: the phone compensates the extra draw.
Only if the budget is very tight. The price gap shrank so much that 5G is already the best value even where coverage is limited.
All listed models use the n78/n258 bands, the same operated in Brazil. Coverage depends on your plan and region.