Read more: Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra review. Every phone in this list has been put through a rigorous review in which we tested every aspect of it.
That allows us to say with confidence which Android phones are the best, and how they compare to each other. Screen size and resolution, battery life, power, camera performance and price tend to be the main things to consider when buying an Android phone. The best ones will excel in most or all areas - but often at a high price. And when it comes to the screen, bigger isn't always better. If you have small hands or want to use your phone one-handed, then you may want to consider something more compact.
No one Android phone brand is definitively the best, but Samsung's flagships tend to be among the very best Android phones. However, OnePlus, Xiaomi, Oppo and others often bring out great phones too. James is Phones Editor for TechRadar, and he has covered smartphones for the best part of a decade bringing you news on all the big announcements from top manufacturers making mobile phones.
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Be sure to follow him on Twitter for all the latest smartphone news. North America. There are a huge number of Android handsets, so picking out the best Android phones can be tricky, but our guide is here to help, as we've highlighted the best of the best. Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra. Specifications Release date: January Weight: g.
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Only three steps. Including iOS. Learn more. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3. Microsoft Surface Duo 2. Motorola Razr. Google Pixel 6 Pro. Google Pixel 6. Samsung Galaxy S21 5G. The fingerprint sensor isn't too accurate, and the screen can be a bit dim on sunny days outdoors. The back is made of matte plastic it doesn't feel cheap , which means you only have to worry about one side shattering if you drop it.
And its 6. Samsung is promising four years of Android version upgrades and security updates, and while Google might have surpassed it on the latter with its latest Pixel 6 series, Samsung still wins on the former. You do miss out on some features that have been staples on predecessors, like a MicroSD card slot for expanding on the base gigabytes of storage, and a power adapter or earbuds in the box, just like the latest iPhones.
Battery life is just OK too, lasting about a day. It still is one of the only phones in the US with a 10X optical magnification, meaning you can zoom super far and get crisp shots. Need the longest possible battery life for the least amount of money? Go for Motorola's Moto G Power the model.
The 5,mAh battery inside will stretch its life span between charges to almost three full days. The rest of the phone isn't a drastic improvement over the version, but the cameras perform slightly better in low light thanks to a new Night mode in the app. The screen has a lower resolution and is dim outdoors, but it's still fine for watching videos and shows.
And it's powerful enough to run most apps and games without much trouble. A headphone jack and MicroSD card slot to add more to the 64 gigs round out the feature set. The flaws from its predecessor are unchanged, such as the lack of NFC for contactless payments and only one promised upgrade to Android 11 though it will still get two years of security updates. There's also no 5G support. If those don't outweigh your need for a cheap, long-lasting phone, then you'll find no better.
The MediaTek chip inside it delivers reliable performance and sub-6 5G support, the main camera is surprisingly decent, and you get two days of battery life. The screen is the weak link. It still gets plenty bright in sunny conditions, though. There's a MicroSD card slot to expand on the base 64 gigs, NFC for contactless payments, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a headphone jack. Oh, and unlike most other cheap phones, Samsung promises two Android OS upgrades and four years of security updates.
Now that's what I call raising the bar. Read our Best Cheap Phones guide for more affordable picks. It doesn't have 5G support, and even though it says it's compatible with LTE in the US, it won't work properly on all carriers. Make sure to choose the model that says "A32 5G Unlocked. It has two touch-sensitive buttons on the edges you can use to map to any game, so you don't need to tap the screen and block it with your fingers.
It makes for a much more ergonomic mobile gaming experience. That's just the tip of the iceberg. It's one of the most powerful Android phones around, especially when you toggle on X Mode, which enhances performance. It has excellent speakers, not to mention a Quad DAC for the audio jack so you can get high-quality audio with your favorite corded headphones.
It also does a great job of dissipating heat and keeping the phone cool; if you buy Asus' Aeroactive Cooler 5 , you can comfortably game for even longer.
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