US
$500-800
Best option
- Google Pixel 6 – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The Pixel 6 is the first Google phone with a Google branded chipset inside it. The chipset is paired with 8 GB of RAM and 128 or 256 GB of storage. The camera hardware has finally been updated with the primary camera now opting for the Samsung GN1 sensor with a 12 MP ultrawide to keep it company. Pictures and videos are among the best in the category. Unlike previous Pixels the 6 isn’t smaller but is mainly a cheaper alternative to the 6 Pro and the money required to pay for the upgrade to the Pro may be considered questionable unless one really wants the 120 Hz LTPO display, 12 GB of RAM and the telephoto camera. The switch to the Google Tensor chip also means the Pixel gets a minimum of five years of security updates. This phone is definitely the best value product in this category and is strongly recommended unless you do not like Google software or have had issues with their quality control.
Alternatives
- Samsung Galaxy S21 – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The S21 is the most affordable member of Samsung’s flagship S-series phones. It downgrades some of the S20’s feature set and so was available at a lower price. The display is now FHD+ instead of QHD+, the Micro SD card slot is gone, the display is flat not curved and the back of the phone is now made of plastic not glass. All variants are now 5G capable so RAM on the S21 and S21+ has been downgraded to 8 GB which is paired with the Snapdragon 888. Since Samsung was looking at cutting costs, the camera hardware has not been upgraded but the performance has improved because of the newer chipset. The S21 is still a very good all-rounder but some of the missing features and cutbacks are bizarre.
- OnePlus 9 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The OnePlus 9 is the successor to the OnePlus 8 and 8T and gets an improved camera setup following the cutbacks to the camera on last year’s models. The primary camera now features the Sony IMX689 sensor which was used on the 8 Pro and the Find X2 Pro last year but it lacks optical image stabilisation. The ultrawide is almost identical to the 9 Pro (lacks autofocus but the other specifications are similar) and has been massively improved. It may have a claim to being the best ultrawide on any phone. OnePlus made a lot of nice about partnering with Hasselblad but it seems like Hasselblad’s involvement has been limited to colour calibration for this generation. Like most of this year’s flagships the OnePlus 9 is powered by the Snapdragon 888 with 8/12 GB of RAM and 128/256 GB of UFS 2.1 storage. The phone now supports 15 W wireless charging in addition to the 65 W charging which debuted on the 8T. Unfortunately, there are some cutbacks from last year as well. As mentioned previously the primary camera does not feature optical image stabilization and the frame of the phone is now made of plastic instead of aluminium. However this is still one of the best all-rounders in the segment thanks to the improved cameras and OnePlus’s increased commitments to updates on flagship phones.
- Zenfone 8 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Zenfone 8 is the only relatively compact option in the segment. Asus managed to do a good job by fitting a 4000 mAh battery in a body that’s also IP65 and IP68 water and dust resistant. They also managed to retain the headphone jack. The phone is powered by a Snapdragon 888 along with 6, 8 or 16 GB of RAM along with 128 or 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The primary camera utilizes the IMX686 sensor with OIS. Because of the phone’s smaller body, the pop-up camera has been eliminated in favour of a hole-punch cutout on the front.
- Galaxy S20 FE – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The S20 FE is a more affordable version of the Galaxy S20 series that brings most of the headline features such as the Snapdragon 865 processor, Samsung Dex, wireless charging (including reverse wireless charging) and an IP68 water-resistant body. A few compromises have been made to get to a lower price point, the display is now FHD+ instead of QHD+ but still refreshes at a 120 Hz, the fingerprint reader is now optical instead of ultrasonic, the cover glass is now Gorilla Glass 3 and the back of the phone is now covered by plastic instead of glass. The cameras have also been downgraded although the S20 and the S20 FE share the same primary camera and Samsung’s commitment to software updates means the phone should get updates up to October 2024. The S20 FE is also available in an LTE only variant however we do not recommend you buy this variant as it is powered by the Exynos 990 which has a poor reputation for overheating leading to poor battery life.
| Summary | Google Pixel 6 | Samsung Galaxy S21 | OnePlus 9 | Asus Zenfone 8 | Samsung Galaxy S20 FE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.4-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.2-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.55-inch 2400 x 1080 | 5.9-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.5-inch 2400 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 90 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 158.6 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm, 207 g | 151.7 x 71.2 x 7.9 mm, 171 g | 160 x 74.2 x 8.7 mm, 192 g | 148 x 68.5 x 8.9 mm, 169 g | 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm, 189 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass 6 on the back; IP 68 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, plastic back; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, plastic frame. T-Mobile version is IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass 3 on the back; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, aluminium frame, plastic back; IP68 certified |
| Operating system | Android 12 | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | Oxygen OS 11 based on Android 11 | Zen UI based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 13, 14 and 15; security updates up to October 2026 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to February 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to March 2025 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to May 2024 | Android 12 and 13, security updates up to October 2024 |
| CPU | Google Tensor | Snapdragon 888 | Snapdragon 888 | Snapdragon 888 | Snapdragon 865 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 8 and 128, 8 and 256 | 8 and 128, 8 and 256 | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 8 and 128, 8 and 256, 16 and 256 | 6 and 128 |
| Expandable storage | No | No | No | No | Yes (up to 1 TB) |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6)/2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6 and mmWave) Verizon and AT&T; Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6 and mmWave); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Single SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6) / Verizon – 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6 and mmWave); Single SIM |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| Primary camera | 50 MP, f/1.85, 26mm, 82°, 1/1.31″, 1.2µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm 1/1.76″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 48 MP, f/1.8, 23mm, 78.3°, 1/1.43″, 1.12μm, PDAF | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26.6mm, 1/1.7”, 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.76″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 114˚, 1.25μm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm | 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 110.3°, 1/1.56″, 1.0μm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 14.3mm, 112°, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123°, 1/3.0”, 1.12μm |
| Telephoto | – | 64 MP, f/2.0, 29mm, 1/1.72″, 0.8µm, 1.1x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | – | – | 8 MP, f/2.4, 76mm 1/4.5”, 1.0μm, 3x optical zoom, OIS |
| Front-facing camera | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm, 84˚ 1.12μm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 16 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.06″, 1.0μm | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/2.74″, 0.8µm | 32 MP, f/2.3, 28mm, 1/3″, 0.7µm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 4614 mAh, 30 W (wired), 23 W (wireless), reverse wireless charging | 4000 mAh, 25 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4500 mAh, 65 W (wired), 15 W (wireless) | 4000 mAh, 30 W (wired) | 4500 mAh, 25 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W |
| Charger in the box | No | No | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 30 W | Yes, 15 W |
| USB | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.2) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (3.2) |
| Headphone jack | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, ultrasonic) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| Price | $599-699 | $799-849 | $729-829 | $629 | $699 |
$800+
Best option
- Google Pixel 6 Pro – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The Pixel 6 Pro is the first Google phone with a Google branded chipset inside it along with it’s cheaper sibling the Pixel 6. Since they use the same chipset they also get the same update software support with both of them getting five years of security updates. The camera hardware has finally been updated and this is the first Google phone to have a primary wide angle camera, an ultrawide and a telephoto lens. The 6 Pro shares the prinary and the ultrawide with it’s smaller sibling but uses a Sony IMX586 sensor for the telephoto (which is a periscope lens capable of 4x optical zoom). There are other differences with the Pixel 6. The display now has a slight curvature towards the edges and the panel can refresh between 10 and 120 Hz courtesy of LTPO technology. The aluminium frame is polished unlike the matte frame on the regular variant and the phone comes with 12 GB of RAM unlike the regular variant which has 8. The front camera is different too with the 6 Pro getting a larger sensor with a larger field of view. Google actually manages to undercut most of it’s competition with the price which is why we recommend it as the best option in this segment.
Alternatives
- Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The S21 Ultra is Samsung’s highest end device with the best specifications even if the Fold is the most expensive one. Samsung have improved the cameras from the S20 Ultra by adding a Laser AF module to the 108 MP sensor (which has also been upgraded although the specifications are similar to last year). The single periscope lens from last year has been replaced with one portrait lens capable of 3x optical zoom and another periscope lens now capable of 10x optical zoom. The S21 Ultra also supports the S-Pen in a first for a Galaxy S phone. However, the stylus cannot be stored inside the phone and a separate case needs to be purchased to store the stylus. Like with the other S21 models, expandable storage has disappeared. The display while smaller has switched to LTPO technology leading to improved efficiency and can be used at 120 Hz in QHD+ resolution unlike the S20 Ultra and the Note20 Ultra. UWB support has also been added along with WiFi 6E which should make this device future-proof. We feel this is the best Android flagship available in the market since it does a lot of tasks well even if it does not excel at all of them.
- OnePlus 9 Pro – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The 9 Pro is an evolutionary upgrade over the 8 Pro. The display is now an LTPO panel but battery life has not improved and may have even regressed due to the inefficiency of the Snapdragon 888 which is paired with 8/12 GB of RAM and 128/256 GB of storage. The primary and telephoto cameras seem similar to the 8 Pro’s but the biggest change has been made to the ultrawide which has a new, larger sensor the IMX766 which may possibly be the best ultrawide on any flagship phone. OnePlus claims the colours on the camera app have been calibrated by Hasselblad and there are more things to come from the partnership however overall performance is similar to the 8 Pro for the most part. Overall this is not a very inspiring upgrade but is still a good option for people who do not like Samsung’s software and want an alternative option.
- Sony Xperia 1 III/5 III – Manufacturer’s information page(Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III), GSMArena spec sheet(Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III)
The Sony Xperia 1 III and 5 III could be considered one device with a few differences. They’re both powered by the Snapdragon 888, have the same set of triple 12 MP cameras, have 4500 mAh batteries and retain the headphone jack and the Micro SD card slot from last years models making them the best devices for power users and enthusiasts. The Xperia 5 III is the smaller and more affordable device of the two. It is display is lower resolution and it does not support wireless charging whereas the more expensive Xperia 1 III does. The post processing on the Xperia camera may not live up to the expectations of users coming from Google Pixel devices or iPhones as the Xperia’s cameras are best suited for manual mode. Additionally these devices are expensive and are only available in limited quantity.
- Samsung Galaxy Flip 3 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Z Flip 3 is the most affordable foldable phone in the market however Samsung have still managed to make improvements over the Z Flip and Z Flip 5G. All models now support 5G, the phone is now IPX8 certified for water resistance and it is now powered by the Snapdragon 888. The cover display has also increased in size and can actually be used to reply for more functionality. There are some drawbacks though, battery life is still a major problem with the Z Flip 3 and the camera hardware is outdated at this point. We’d still recommend it as the best foldable phone because of the lower pricepoint.
- Samsung Galaxy Fold 3 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Fold 3 is the only option for people who want a phone that unfolds into a tablet. Like the Z Flip 3, the body is now IPX8 certified for water and dust resistance and the phone is now powered by the Snapdragon 888. The inner display now supports the S-Pen albeit a special variant that is specifically designed for the Fold’s hybrid plastic and ultra-thin glass display. The inner display’s camera is now under the screen. The camera hardware hasn’t been upgraded much from last year but the phone takes improved images because of the newer chipset.
| Summary | Google Pixel 6 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | OnePlus 9 Pro | Sony Xperia 1 III | Sony Xperia 5 III | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.7-inch 3120 x 1440 | 6.8-inch 3200 x 1440 | 6.7-inch 3216 x 1440 | 6.5-inch 3840 x 1644 | 6.1-inch 2520 x 1080 | 6.7-inch 2640 x 1080 (inner), 1.9-inch 512 x 260 (outer) | 7.6-inch 2208 x 1768 (inner), 6.2-inch 2268 x 832 (outer) |
| Display type and refresh rate | LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz | LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz | LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz (outer display); LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz (inner display) |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 163.9 x 75.9 x 8.9 mm, 210 g | 165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 mm, 229 g | 163 x 73.6 x 8.7 mm, 192 g | 165 x 71 x 8.2 mm, 186 g | 157 x 68 x 8.2 mm, 168 g | 166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm (unfolded), 86.4 x 72.2 x 15.9-17.1 mm (folded), 183 g | 158.2 x 128.1 x 6.4 mm (unfolded), 158.2 x 67.1 x 14.4-16 mm (folded), 271 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP 68 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass 6 on the back; IP65 and IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass 6 on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP65 and IP68 certified | Plastic and UTG inner display, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass Victus back and outer display; IPX8 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus outer display and back, aluminium frame, plastic and UTG inner display; IP68 certified |
| Operating system | Android 12 | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | Oxygen OS 11 based on Android 11 | Android 11 | Android 11 | One UI 3.1.1 based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1.1 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 13, 14 and 15; security updates up to October 2026 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to February 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to March 2025 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to 2023 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to 2023 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to August 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to August 2025 |
| CPU | Google Tensor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 12 and 128, 12 and 256, 12 and 512 | 12 and 128, 12 and 256, 16 and 512 | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 12 and 256 | 8 and 128 | 8 and 128, 8 and 256 | 12 and 256, 12 and 512 |
| Expandable storage | No | No | No | Yes (up to 1 TB) | Yes (up to 1 TB) | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6 and mmWave); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6 and mmWave); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6 and mmWave); Single SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6 and mmWave); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6 and mmWave); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| Primary camera | 50 MP, f/1.85, 26mm, 82°, 1/1.31″, 1.2µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 108 MP, f/1.8, 24mm, 1/1.3″, 1.8µm, PDAF, Laser AF, OIS | 48 MP, f/1.8, 23mm, 1/1.43″, 1.12μm, PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.7, 24mm, 1/1.7″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, 82° | 12 MP, f/1.7, 24mm, 82°, 1/1.7″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, 82° | 12 MP, f/2.2, 27mm, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.76″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 114˚, 1.25μm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 110.3°,1/1.56″, 1.0μm, PDAF | 12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 124°, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 124°, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚, 1/3.06″, 1.12µm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚, 1/3.06″, 1.12µm |
| Telephoto | 48 MP, f/3.5, 104mm, 23.5˚, 1/2″, 0.8μm, 4x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | 10 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.24″, 72mm, 1.22µm, 3x optical zoom, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS; 10 MP, f/4.9, 240mm, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm, 10x optical zoom, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 8 MP, f/2.4, 78mm, 1/3.26″, 1.0μm , 3.3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/2.3, 70mm, 34°, f/2.8, 105mm, 23°, 1/2.9”, 3/4.4x optical zoom, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/2.3, 70mm, 34°, f/2.8, 105mm, 23°, 1/2.9”, 3/4.4x optical zoom, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | – | 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm, 1/3.6″, 1.0µm, 2x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS |
| Front-facing camera | 11 MP, f/2.2, 20mm, 94˚ 1.22μm | 40 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/2.8″, 0.7µm, PDAF | 16 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.06″, 1.0μm | 8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4″, 1.22µm | 8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4″, 1.22µm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 25mm, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm (outer), 4 MP, f/1.8, 1/3″, 2.0µm (inner) |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 5000 mAh, 30 W (wired), 23 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 5 W | 5000 mAh, 25 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4500 mAh, 65 W (wired), 50 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging | 4500 mAh, 30 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging | 4500 mAh, 30 W (wired) | 3300 mAh, 15 W (wired), 10 W (wireless). Supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4400 mAh, 25 W (wired), 10 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W |
| Charger in the box | No | No | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 30 W | Yes, 30 W | No | No |
| USB | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.2) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.2) |
| Headphone jack | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, ultrasonic) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| Price | $899-1099 | $1199-1349 | $1069 | $1299 | $999 | $999-1049 | $1729-1829 |
Canada
$700-1100
Best option
- Google Pixel 6 – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The Pixel 6 is the first Google phone with a Google branded chipset inside it. The chipset is paired with 8 GB of RAM and 128 or 256 GB of storage. The camera hardware has finally been updated with the primary camera now opting for the Samsung GN1 sensor with a 12 MP ultrawide to keep it company. Pictures and videos are among the best in the category. Unlike previous Pixels the 6 isn’t smaller but is mainly a cheaper alternative to the 6 Pro and the money required to pay for the upgrade to the Pro may be considered questionable unless one really wants the 120 Hz LTPO display, 12 GB of RAM and the telephoto camera. The switch to the Google Tensor chip also means the Pixel gets a minimum of five years of security updates. This phone is definitely the best value product in this category and is strongly recommended unless you do not like Google software or have had issues with their quality control.
Alternatives
- Samsung Galaxy S22 5G – Manufacturer’s product page, GSMArena spec sheet
The S22 is the smallest of the Samsung Galaxy S-series family. As with the S21, the display is FHD+, there is no microSD card slot, the display is flat, but the back of the phone is now made of glass instead of plastic. This time around, the battery size has decreased from 4000 mAh on the S21 to 3700 mAh, but the device is also smaller and more compact compared to the S21. The base variant comes with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage which is paired with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. The camera sensors have also been slightly upgraded, with the notable inclusion of a 3x optical zoom telephoto sensor. It appears to use the same display (not LTPO) and fingerprint sensor from the S21, presumably to help keep the price the same. The S22 is a compelling option since it will receive 4 years of OS updates and 5 years of security updates. With that in mind, the S22 is still a marginal upgrade to the S21 at best. Since the update policy also applies to the S21 series, it may be worth purchasing the S21 if possible, whether new or used if you want to save some money.
- OnePlus 9 Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The OnePlus 9 is the successor to the OnePlus 8 and 8T and gets an improved camera setup following the cutbacks to the camera on last year’s models. The primary camera now features the Sony IMX689 sensor which was used on the 8 Pro and the Find X2 Pro last year but it lacks optical image stabilisation. The ultrawide is almost identical to the 9 Pro (lacks autofocus but the other specifications are similar) and has been massively improved. It may have a claim to being the best ultrawide on any phone. OnePlus made a lot of nice about partnering with Hasselblad but it seems like Hasselblad’s involvement has been limited to colour calibration for this generation. Like most of this year’s flagships the OnePlus 9 is powered by the Snapdragon 888 with 8/12 GB of RAM and 128/256 GB of UFS 2.1 storage. The phone now supports 15 W wireless charging in addition to the 65 W charging which debuted on the 8T. Unfortunately, there are some cutbacks from last year as well. As mentioned previously the primary camera does not feature optical image stabilization and the frame of the phone is now made of plastic instead of aluminium. However this is still one of the best all-rounders in the segment thanks to the improved cameras and OnePlus’s increased commitments to updates on flagship phones.
| Summary | Google Pixel 6 | Samsung Galaxy S22 | OnePlus 9 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.4-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.1-inch 2340 x 1080 | 6.55-inch 2400 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 90 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 158.6 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm, 207 g | 146 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm, 167 g | 160 x 74.2 x 8.7 mm, 192 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass 6 on the back; IP 68 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus+ on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, plastic frame. |
| Operating system | Android 12 | One UI 4.1 based on Android 11 | Oxygen OS 11 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 13, 14 and 15; security updates up to October 2026 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to February 2025 | Android 13, 14, 15, and 16; security updates up to Febryart 2027 |
| CPU | Google Tensor | Snapdragon 888 | Snapdragon 888 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 8 and 128, 8 and 256 | 8 and 128, 8 and 256 | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 |
| Expandable storage | No | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Single SIM |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Primary camera | 50 MP, f/1.85, 26mm, 82°, 1/1.31″, 1.2µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm 1/1.56″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 48 MP, f/1.8, 23mm, 78.3°, 1/1.43″, 1.12μm, PDAF |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 114˚, 1.25μm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm | 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 110.3°, 1/1.56″, 1.0μm |
| Telephoto | – | 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm, 1/3.94″, 1.0µm, 3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | – |
| Front-facing camera | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm, 84˚ 1.12μm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 16 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.06″, 1.0μm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 4614 mAh, 30 W (wired), 23 W (wireless), reverse wireless charging | 3700 mAh, 25 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4500 mAh, 65 W (wired) |
| Charger in the box | No | No | Yes, 65 W |
| USB | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.2) | Type-C (3.1) |
| Headphone jack | No | No | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, ultrasonic) | Yes (in-display, optical) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| Price | $799-929 | $1099 | $909 |
$1100+
Best option
- Google Pixel 6 Pro – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The Pixel 6 Pro is the first Google phone with a Google branded chipset inside it along with it’s cheaper sibling the Pixel 6. Since they use the same chipset they also get the same update software support with both of them getting five years of security updates. The camera hardware has finally been updated and this is the first Google phone to have a primary wide angle camera, an ultrawide and a telephoto lens. The 6 Pro shares the prinary and the ultrawide with it’s smaller sibling but uses a Sony IMX586 sensor for the telephoto (which is a periscope lens capable of 4x optical zoom). There are other differences with the Pixel 6. The display now has a slight curvature towards the edges and the panel can refresh between 10 and 120 Hz courtesy of LTPO technology. The aluminium frame is polished unlike the matte frame on the regular variant and the phone comes with 12 GB of RAM unlike the regular variant which has 8. The front camera is different too with the 6 Pro getting a larger sensor with a larger field of view. Google actually manages to undercut most of it’s competition with the price which is why we recommend it as the best option in this segment.
Alternatives
- Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The S21 Ultra is Samsung’s highest end device with the best specifications even if the Fold is the most expensive one. Samsung have improved the cameras from the S20 Ultra by adding a Laser AF module to the 108 MP sensor (which has also been upgraded although the specifications are similar to last year). The single periscope lens from last year has been replaced with one portrait lens capable of 3x optical zoom and another periscope lens now capable of 10x optical zoom. The S21 Ultra also supports the S-Pen in a first for a Galaxy S phone. However, the stylus cannot be stored inside the phone and a separate case needs to be purchased to store the stylus. Like with the other S21 models, expandable storage has disappeared. The display while smaller has switched to LTPO technology leading to improved efficiency and can be used at 120 Hz in QHD+ resolution unlike the S20 Ultra and the Note20 Ultra. UWB support has also been added along with WiFi 6E which should make this device future-proof. We feel this is the best Android flagship available in the market since it does a lot of tasks well even if it does not excel at all of them.
- OnePlus 9 Pro Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The 9 Pro is an evolutionary upgrade over the 8 Pro. The display is now an LTPO panel but battery life has not improved and may have even regressed due to the inefficiency of the Snapdragon 888 which is paired with 8/12 GB of RAM and 128/256 GB of storage. The primary and telephoto cameras seem similar to the 8 Pro’s but the biggest change has been made to the ultrawide which has a new, larger sensor the IMX766 which may possibly be the best ultrawide on any flagship phone. OnePlus claims the colours on the camera app have been calibrated by Hasselblad and there are more things to come from the partnership however overall performance is similar to the 8 Pro for the most part. Overall this is not a very inspiring upgrade but is still a good option for people who do not like Samsung’s software and want an alternative option.
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Z Flip 3 is the most affordable foldable phone in the market however Samsung have still managed to make improvements over the Z Flip and Z Flip 5G. All models now support 5G, the phone is now IPX8 certified for water resistance and it is now powered by the Snapdragon 888. The cover display has also increased in size and can actually be used to reply for more functionality. There are some drawbacks though, battery life is still a major problem with the Z Flip 3 and the camera hardware is outdated at this point. We’d still recommend it as the best foldable phone because of the lower pricepoint.
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Fold 3 is the only option for people who want a phone that unfolds into a tablet. Like the Z Flip 3, the body is now IPX8 certified for water and dust resistance and the phone is now powered by the Snapdragon 888. The inner display now supports the S-Pen albeit a special variant that is specifically designed for the Fold’s hybrid plastic and ultra-thin glass display. The inner display’s camera is now under the screen. The camera hardware hasn’t been upgraded much from last year but the phone takes improved images because of the newer chipset.
| Summary | Google Pixel 6 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | OnePlus 9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.7-inch 3120 x 1440 | 6.8-inch 3200 x 1440 | 6.7-inch 3216 x 1440 | 6.7-inch 2640 x 1080 (inner), 1.9-inch 512 x 260 (outer) | 7.6-inch 2208 x 1768 (inner), 6.2-inch 2268 x 832 (outer) |
| Display type and refresh rate | LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz | LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz | LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz (outer display); LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz (inner display) |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 163.9 x 75.9 x 8.9 mm, 210 g | 165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 mm, 227 g | 163 x 73.6 x 8.7 mm, 192 g | 166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm (unfolded), 86.4 x 72.2 x 15.9-17.1 mm (folded), 183 g | 158.2 x 128.1 x 6.4 mm (unfolded), 158.2 x 67.1 x 14.4-16 mm (folded), 271 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP 68 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP68 certified | Plastic and UTG inner display, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass Victus back and outer display; IPX8 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus outer display and back, aluminium frame, plastic and UTG inner display; IP68 certified |
| Operating system | Android 12 | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | Oxygen OS 11 based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1.1 based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1.1 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 13, 14 and 15; security updates up to October 2026 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to February 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to March 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to August 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to August 2025 |
| CPU | Google Tensor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 12 and 128, 12 and 256 | 12 and 128, 12 and 256, 16 and 512 | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 8 and 128, 8 and 256 | 12 and 256, 12 and 512 |
| Expandable storage | No | No | No | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Single SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| Primary camera | 50 MP, f/1.85, 26mm, 82°, 1/1.31″, 1.2µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 108 MP, f/1.8, 24mm, 1/1.3″, 1.8µm, PDAF, Laser AF, OIS | 48 MP, f/1.8, 23mm, 1/1.43″, 1.12μm, PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/2.2, 27mm, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.76″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 114˚, 1.25μm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 110.3°,1/1.56″, 1.0μm, PDAF | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚, 1/3.06″, 1.12µm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚, 1/3.06″, 1.12µm |
| Telephoto | 48 MP, f/3.5, 104mm, 23.5˚, 1/2″, 0.8μm, 4x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | 10 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.24″, 72mm, 1.22µm, 3x optical zoom, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS; 10 MP, f/4.9, 240mm, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm, 10x optical zoom, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 8 MP, f/2.4, 78mm, 1/3.26″, 1.0μm , 3.3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | – | 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm, 1/3.6″, 1.0µm, 2x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS |
| Front-facing camera | 11 MP, f/2.2, 20mm, 94˚ 1.22μm | 40 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/2.8″, 0.7µm, PDAF | 16 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.06″, 1.0μm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 25mm, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm (outer), 4 MP, f/1.8, 1/3″, 2.0µm (inner) |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 5000 mAh, 30 W (wired), 23 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 5 W | 5000 mAh, 25 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4500 mAh, 65 W (wired), 50 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging | 3300 mAh, 15 W (wired), 10 W (wireless). Supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4400 mAh, 25 W (wired), 10 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W |
| Charger in the box | No | No | Yes, 65 W | No | No |
| USB | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.2) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.2) |
| Headphone jack | No | No | No | No | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, ultrasonic) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| Price | $1179-1309 | $1415 | $1499 | $1260 | $2270 |
Europe
€500-700
Best option
- Google Pixel 6 – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The Pixel 6 is the first Google phone with a Google branded chipset inside it. The chipset is paired with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage (depends on country). The camera hardware has finally been updated with the primary camera now opting for the Samsung GN1 sensor with a 12 MP ultrawide to keep it company. Pictures and videos are among the best in the category. Unlike previous Pixels the 6 isn’t smaller but is mainly a cheaper alternative to the 6 Pro and the money required to pay for the upgrade to the Pro may be considered questionable unless one really wants the 120 Hz LTPO display, 12 GB of RAM and the telephoto camera. The switch to the Google Tensor chip also means the Pixel gets a minimum of five years of security updates. This phone is definitely the best value product in this category and is strongly recommended unless you do not like Google software or have had issues with their quality control. Unfortunately it is not available all across Europe with sales being restricted to France, Germany, Ireland and the UK for the moment. However it may be available in Italy and Spain in early 2022.
Alternatives
- OnePlus 9 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The OnePlus 9 is the successor to the OnePlus 8 and 8T and gets an improved camera setup following the cutbacks to the camera on last year’s models. The primary camera now features the Sony IMX689 sensor which was used on the 8 Pro and the Find X2 Pro last year but it lacks optical image stabilisation. The ultrawide is almost identical to the 9 Pro (lacks autofocus but the other specifications are similar) and has been massively improved. It may have a claim to being the best ultrawide on any phone. OnePlus made a lot of nice about partnering with Hasselblad but it seems like Hasselblad’s involvement has been limited to colour calibration for this generation. Like most of this year’s flagships the OnePlus 9 is powered by the Snapdragon 888 with 8/12 GB of RAM and 128/256 GB of UFS 2.1 storage. The phone now supports 15 W wireless charging in addition to the 65 W charging which debuted on the 8T. Unfortunately, there are some cutbacks from last year as well. As mentioned previously the primary camera does not feature optical image stabilization and the frame of the phone is now made of plastic instead of aluminium. However this is still one of the best all-rounders in the segment thanks to the improved cameras and OnePlus’s increased commitments to updates on flagship phones.
- Xiaomi Mi 11 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Mi 11 is mainly an incremental upgrade from the Mi 10 with the biggest change being the display which is now 6.81-inches, can refresh at 120 Hz and the resolution is now QHD+. However, the combination of the higher resolution display and the power-hungry Snapdragon 888 results in worse battery life than its predecessor. The cameras haven’t been upgraded in a major way, the primary and ultrawide are identical to the Mi 10 while the macro camera has now been upgraded to 5 MP from the measly 2 MP on last year’s model. The Mi 11 is good value compared to the Mi 10 as it was available at a lower price point at launch and has also seen discounts but the poor battery life is enough to make it fall short of first spot.
- Zenfone 8 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Zenfone 8 is the only relatively compact option in the segment. Asus managed to do a good job by fitting a 4000 mAh battery in a body that’s also IP65 and IP68 water and dust resistant. They also managed to retain the headphone jack. The phone is powered by a Snapdragon 888 along with 6, 8 or 16 GB of RAM along with 128 or 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage which can be expanded via Micro SD as long as the user is fine using the Zenfone 8 with a single SIM. The primary camera utilizes the IMX686 sensor with OIS. Because of the phone’s smaller body, the pop-up camera has been eliminated in favour of a hole-punch cutout on the front.
- Galaxy S20 FE 5G – Manufacturer’s information sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The S20 FE is a more affordable version of the Galaxy S20 series that brings most of the headline features such as the Snapdragon 865 processor, Samsung Dex, wireless charging (including reverse wireless charging) and an IP68 water-resistant body. A few compromises have been made to get to a lower price point, the display is now FHD+ instead of QHD+ but still refreshes at a 120 Hz, the fingerprint reader is now optical instead of ultrasonic, the cover glass is now Gorilla Glass 3 and the back of the phone is now covered by plastic instead of glass. The cameras have also been downgraded although the S20 and the S20 FE share the same primary camera and Samsung’s commitment to software updates means the phone should get updates up to October 2024. The S20 FE is also available in an LTE only variant however we do not recommend you buy this variant as it is powered by the Exynos 990 which has a poor reputation for overheating leading to poor battery life.
- Motorola Edge 20 Pro – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Edge 20 Pro is the successor to last year’s Edge+ and has been curiously downgraded in some ways which has lead to a massive price reduction in las year as it makes the Edge 20 Pro a value flagship. The curved display is gone but the new flat panel is now 144 Hz instead of the 90 Hz from last year and it is a 10-bit panel allowing it to display more colours. The headphone jack is gone as is expandable storage and the frame is plastic coated aluminium. The primary camera has been downgraded from the HMX sensor to the HM2 sensor but the phone now supports a 5x periscope telephoto camera which is a first in the segment. Unlike some of its competitors, the Edge 20 Pro’s ultrawide can also take macro shots due to the presence of autofocus on the sensor. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 870 and is available in one storage configuration with 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage. Motorola’s skin is almost identical to software found on a Pixel phone but Motorola’s update policy and general speed at updating their phones is poor.
| Summary | Google Pixel 6 | OnePlus 9 | Xiaomi Mi 11 | Asus Zenfone 8 | Samsung Galaxy S20 FE | Motorola Edge 20 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.4-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.55-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.81-inch 3200 x 1440 | 5.9-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.5-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.7-inch 2400 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 90 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 144 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 158.6 x 74.8 x 8.9 mm, 207 g | 160 x 74.2 x 8.7 mm, 192 g | 164.3 x 74.6 x 8.06 mm, 196 g | 148 x 68.5 x 8.9 mm, 169 g | 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm, 189 g | 163 x 76 x 7.99 mm, 190 g/185 g (glass/vegan leather) |
| Build | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass 6 on the back; IP 68 certified | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, plastic frame. | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass 5 on the back | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass 3 on the back; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, aluminium frame, plastic back; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, aluminium frame (covered by plastic), Gorilla Glass 5/vegan leather on the back; IP52 certified |
| Operating system | Android 12 | Oxygen OS 11 based on Android 11 | MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 | Zen UI based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 13, 14 and 15; security updates up to October 2026 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to March 2025 | Android 12 and 13, security updates up to February 2024 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to May 2024 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to October 2025 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to October 2023 |
| CPU | Google Tensor | Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 8 and 128 | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 8 and 128, 8 and 256 | 8 and 128, 8 and 256, 16 and 256 | 6 and 128, 8 and 256 | 12 and 256 |
| Expandable storage | No | No | No | No | Yes (up to 1 TB) | No |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (Hybrid slot) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Primary camera | 50 MP, f/1.85, 26mm, 82°, 1/1.31″, 1.2µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 48 MP, f/1.8, 23mm, 78.3°, 1/1.43″, 1.12μm, PDAF | 108 MP, f/1.85, 26mm, 1/1.33″, 0.8μm, PDAF, OIS | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26.6mm, 1/1.7”, 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.76″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 108 MP, f/1.9, 24mm, 1/1.52″, 0.7μm, PDAF |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 114˚, 1.25μm | 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 110.3°, 1/1.56″, 1.0μm | 13 MP, f/2.4, 12mm, 123°, 1/3.06″, 1.12μm, | 12 MP, f/2.2, 14.3mm, 112°, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123°, 1/3.0”, 1.12μm | 16 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 119°, 1/3.06”, 1.0μm, PDAF |
| Telephoto | – | – | – | – | 8 MP, f/2.4, 76mm 1/4.5”, 1.0μm, 3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | 8 MP, f/3.4, 126mm, 1.0µm, 5x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS |
| Front-facing camera | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm, 84˚ 1.12μm | 16 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.06″, 1.0μm | 20 MP, f/2.2, 27mm, 1/3.4″, 0.8μm | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/2.74″, 0.8µm | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/2.74″, 0.8µm | 32 MP, f/2.3, 28mm, 1/3″, 0.7µm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 4614 mAh, 30 W (wired), 23 W (wireless), reverse wireless charging | 4500 mAh, 65 W (wired), 15 W (wireless) | 4600 mAh, 55 W (wired), 50 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 10 W | 4000 mAh, 30 W (wired) | 4500 mAh, 25 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4500 mAh, 30 W (wired) |
| Charger in the box | No | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 55 W | Yes, 30 W | Yes, 15 W | Yes, 30 W |
| USB | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (3.2) | Type-C (3.1) |
| Headphone jack | No | No | No | Yes | No | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (side-mounted) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Mono (bottom-firing) |
| Price | €649/£600 | €600-800/£600-730 | €700/£650-700 | €660-800/£600 | €560-700/£600 | €700/£650 |
€700-900
Best option
- OnePlus 9 Pro – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The 9 Pro is an evolutionary upgrade over the 8 Pro. The display is now an LTPO panel but battery life has not improved and may have even regressed due to the inefficiency of the Snapdragon 888 which is paired with 8/12 GB of RAM and 128/256 GB of storage. The primary and telephoto cameras seem similar to the 8 Pro’s but the biggest change has been made to the ultrawide which has a new, larger sensor the IMX766 which may possibly be the best ultrawide on any flagship phone. OnePlus claims the colours on the camera app have been calibrated by Hasselblad and there are more things to come from the partnership however overall performance is similar to the 8 Pro for the most part. Overall this is not a very inspiring upgrade but is still the best option at this price due to rivals making smaller changes or regressing in some ways.
Alternatives
- Samsung Galaxy S21 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The S21 downgrades some of the S20’s feature set and so was available at a lower price. The display is now FHD+ instead of QHD+, the Micro SD card slot is gone, the display is flat not curved and the back of the phone is now made of plastic not glass. All variants are now 5G capable so RAM on the S21 and S21+ has been downgraded to 8 GB which is paired with the Exynos 2100 in Europe. This chipset is a huge upgrade over the Exynos 990 from last year and is actually competitive with the Snapdragon 888 for the most part. As a result, some of the issues that plagued (overheating and poor battery life) the S20 have been minimized. Since Samsung was looking at cutting costs, the camera hardware has not been upgraded but the performance has improved because of the newer chipset. The S21 is still a very good all-rounder but some of the missing features and cutbacks are bizarre.
- Oppo Find X3 Pro – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Find X3 Pro is essentially the OnePlus 9 Pro’s twin with a few tweaks to set it apart. Both phones share the same display, chipset and build materials however the camera hardware and setup are different. The Find X3 Pro uses a set of IMX766 sensors for its primary and ultrawide cameras along with a 13 MP telephoto and a 3 MP micro lens that can take microscopic shots. The primary, ultrawide and telephoto cameras are all capable of taking photos in 10-bit color thus making use of the 10-bit display. Unfortunately, there are downgrades in the camera department as well, the periscope lens has disappeared because Oppo claimed that kind of zoom was unnecessary. The Find X3 Pro like the OnePlus 9 Pro is no battery champion but it should be able to get through the day and the addition of wireless charging may help in topping up the phone. This phone was hugely overpriced at launch but has seen a few discounts now making it a more compelling option.
- ZTE Axon 30 Ultra – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Axon 30 Ultra aims to give a flagship camera experience without the buyer having to pay a flagship tier price. There are three 64 MP cameras on the phone, one which is used as a primary camera and is optically stabilized, the second as a secondary main camera that also functions as a portrait lens and a short-range telephoto with the last one being the ultrawide. There’s also an 8 MP 5x periscope telephoto on the phone. As this isn’t a true flagship it is lacking in some features, there’s no IP certification for water and dust resistance and the display (while supporting 144 Hz) is limited to an FHD+ resolution. ZTE doesn’t promise long term updates either, they claim the Axon 30 Ultra will get Android 12 but there’s no guarantee for anything beyond that.
- Asus ROG Phone 5 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The ROG Phone 5 is Asus’s attempt at making the gaming phone. As with most gaming phones it has the best available chipset with the Snapdragon 888 (the ROG 5S upgrades it to the Snapdragon 888+). The Ultimate edition offers a ludicrous amount of RAM (18 GB) which is the most on any smartphone. Asus got a lot of criticism for removing the headphone jack on the ROG Phone 3 so it has made a triumphant return on the ROG Phone 5 and now has a high-quality DAC. The aesthetics of the ROG Phone 5 have also been toned down further where it looks almost normal with the exception of the LED strip on the back. As with previous models there are two USB-C ports, one on the bottom and one on the side which allows you to dock the phone or charge it while holding it in landscape mode. The cameras are an afterthought like with every other gaming phone. This is an absolute behemoth of a device as it weighs 237g and is almost 10mm thick so it is not suitable for everyone, however it is quite possibly the best gaming device because of the hardware, the accessories and the availability over the globe.
| Summary | OnePlus 9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S21 | Oppo Find X3 Pro | ZTE Axon 30 Ultra | Asus ROG Phone 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.7-inch 3216 x 1440 | 6.2-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.7-inch 3216 x 1440 | 6.67-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.78-inch 2448 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 144 Hz | AMOLED, 144 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 163 x 73.6 x 8.7 mm, 192 g | 151.7 x 71.2 x 7.9 mm, 169 g | 163.6 x 74 x 8.26 mm, 193 g | 161.53 × 72.96 × 8 mm, 188 g | 173 x 77 x 9.9 mm, 239 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, plastic back; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass 5 front and back, aluminum frame | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass 3 on the back |
| Operating system | Oxygen OS 11 based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | ColorOS 11.1 based on Android 11 | MyOS11 based on Android 11 | Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to March 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to February 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to March 2025 | Android 12, unknown | Android 12, unknown |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Exynos 2100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 8 and 128, 8 and 256 | 12 and 256 | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 8 and 128, 12 and 256, 16 and 256, 12 and 512, 16 and 512, 18 and 512 |
| Expandable storage | No | No | No | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (two physical SIMs or one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Primary camera | 48 MP, f/1.8, 23mm, 1/1.43″, 1.12μm, PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm 1/1.76″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, 14mm, 1/1.56″, 1.0μm, PDAF, OIS | 64 MP, f/1.6, 26mm, 1/1.73″, 0.8µm, PDAF, Laser AF, OIS; 64 MP, f/1.9, 35mm, 1/1.97″, 0.7µm, PDAF | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.73″, 0.8µm, PDAF |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 110.3°,1/1.56″, 1.0μm, PDAF | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm | 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 110.3°, 1/1.56″, 1.0μm, PDAF | 64 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ 1/1.97″, 0.7µm | 13 MP, f/2.4, 11mm, 125˚, 1/3″, 1.12µm |
| Telephoto | 8 MP, f/2.4, 78mm, 1/3.26″, 1.0μm , 3.3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | 64 MP, f/2.0, 29mm, 1/1.72″, 0.8µm, 1.1x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | 13 MP, f/2.4, 52mm, 1/3.4″, 1.0µm, 45°, 2x optical zoom, PDAF | 8 MP, f/3.4, 123mm, 1/4.0″, 5x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | – |
| Front-facing camera | 16 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.06″, 1.0μm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 32 MP, f/2.4, 26mm 1/2.8″, 0.8µm, 81° | 16 MP, f/2.45, 27mm | 24 MP, f/2.4, 27mm 1/2.8″, 0.9µm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 4500 mAh, 65 W (wired), 50 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging | 4000 mAh, 25 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4500 mAh, 65 W (wired), 30 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 10 W | 4600 mAh, 65 W (wired) | 6000 mAh, 65 W (wired) |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 65 W | No | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 65 W |
| USB | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.2) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.1) port on the side and Type-C (2.0) on the bottom |
| Headphone jack | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, ultrasonic) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| Price | €800-900/£810-900 | €750-800/£620-770 | €900/£850 | €750-850/£650-740 | €800-1300/£600-900 |
€900+
Best option
- Google Pixel 6 Pro – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The Pixel 6 Pro is the first Google phone with a Google branded chipset inside it along with it’s cheaper sibling the Pixel 6. Since they use the same chipset they also get the same update software support with both of them getting five years of security updates. The camera hardware has finally been updated and this is the first Google phone to have a primary wide angle camera, an ultrawide and a telephoto lens. The 6 Pro shares the prinary and the ultrawide with it’s smaller sibling but uses a Sony IMX586 sensor for the telephoto (which is a periscope lens capable of 4x optical zoom). There are other differences with the Pixel 6. The display now has a slight curvature towards the edges and the panel can refresh between 10 and 120 Hz courtesy of LTPO technology. The aluminium frame is polished unlike the matte frame on the regular variant and the phone comes with 12 GB of RAM unlike the regular variant which has 8. The front camera is different too with the 6 Pro getting a larger sensor with a larger field of view. Google actually manages to undercut most of it’s competition with the price which is why we recommend it as the best option in this segment. Unfortunately it is not available all across Europe with sales being restricted to France, Germany, Ireland and the UK for the moment. However it may be available in Italy and Spain in early 2022.
Alternatives
- Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra – Manufacturer’s information page, GSMArena spec sheet
The S21 Ultra is Samsung’s highest end device with the best specifications even if the Fold is the most expensive one. Samsung have improved the cameras from the S20 Ultra by adding a Laser AF module to the 108 MP sensor (which has also been upgraded although the specifications are similar to last year). The single periscope lens from last year has been replaced with one portrait lens capable of 3x optical zoom and another periscope lens now capable of 10x optical zoom. The S21 Ultra also supports the S-Pen in a first for a Galaxy S phone. However, the stylus cannot be stored inside the phone and a separate case needs to be purchased to store the stylus. Like with the other S21 models, expandable storage has disappeared. The display while smaller has switched to LTPO technology leading to improved efficiency and can be used at 120 Hz in QHD+ resolution unlike the S20 Ultra and the Note20 Ultra. UWB support has also been added along with WiFi 6E which should make this device future-proof. We feel this is the best Android flagship available in the market since it does a lot of tasks well even if it does not excel at all of them.
- Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Mi 11 Ultra is Xiaomi’s most feature packed flagship phone and is also the most expensive as a result. It has one of the largest primary camera sensors with a 50 MP Samsung GN2 sensor. The ultrawide and telephoto both use the IMX586 sensor but at different focal lengths so the phone has a very versatile set of cameras that are all capable of shooting 4k 60 and 8k video. There’s also a small display at the back so the rear cameras can be used to take selfies or can be used for vlogs. The Mi 11 Ultra is also made of premium materials, the back is made of ceramic and it is the first Xiaomi phone to have an IP68 certification for water and dust resistance. The display is almost identical to the Mi 11 but can hit higher brightness levels. However, Xiaomi still haven’t been able to optimize the cameras and the battery life for the Snapdragon 888 which means the S21 Ultra actually takes better pictures in most situations and the battery life is disappointing considering the 5000 mAh battery. Additionally, the phone is only available in a single 12 GB RAM and 256 GB variant that was only available in limited quantities. Xiaomi’s MIUI interface is also controversial and may have ads or recommendations in certain first party apps.
- Sony Xperia 1 III/5 III – Manufacturer’s information page (Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III), GSMArena spec sheet(Xperia 1 III, Xperia 5 III)
The Sony Xperia 1 III and 5 III could be considered one device with a few differences. They’re both powered by the Snapdragon 888, have the same set of triple 12 MP cameras, have 4500 mAh batteries and retain the headphone jack and the Micro SD card slot from last years models making them the best devices for power users and enthusiasts. The Xperia 5 III is the smaller and more affordable device of the two. It is display is lower resolution and it does not support wireless charging whereas the more expensive Xperia 1 III does. The post processing on the Xperia camera may not live up to the expectations of users coming from Google Pixel devices or iPhones as the Xperia’s cameras are best suited for manual mode. Additionally these devices are expensive and are only available in limited quantity.
- Samsung Galaxy Flip 3 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Z Flip 3 is the most affordable foldable phone in the market however Samsung have still managed to make improvements over the Z Flip and Z Flip 5G. All models now support 5G, the phone is now IPX8 certified for water resistance and it is now powered by the Snapdragon 888. The cover display has also increased in size and can actually be used to reply for more functionality. There are some drawbacks though, battery life is still a major problem with the Z Flip 3 and the camera hardware is outdated at this point. We’d still recommend it as the best foldable phone because of the lower pricepoint.
- Samsung Galaxy Fold 3 – Manufacturer’s spec sheet, GSMArena spec sheet
The Fold 3 is the only option for people who want a phone that unfolds into a tablet. Like the Z Flip 3, the body is now IPX8 certified for water and dust resistance and the phone is now powered by the Snapdragon 888. The inner display now supports the S-Pen albeit a special variant that is specifically designed for the Fold’s hybrid plastic and ultra-thin glass display. The inner display’s camera is now under the screen. The camera hardware hasn’t been upgraded much from last year but the phone takes improved images because of the newer chipset.
| Summary | Google Pixel 6 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra | Sony Xperia 1 III | Sony Xperia 5 III | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.7-inch 3120 x 1440 | 6.8-inch 3200 x 1440 | 6.81-inch 3200 x 1440 | 6.5-inch 3840 x 1644 | 6.1-inch 2520 x 1080 | 6.7-inch 2640 x 1080 (inner), 1.9-inch 512 x 260 (outer) | 7.6-inch 2208 x 1768 (inner), 6.2-inch 2268 x 832 (outer) |
| Display type and refresh rate | LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz | LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz (outer display); LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz (inner display) |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 163.9 x 75.9 x 8.9 mm, 210 g | 165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 mm, 227 g | 164.3 x 74.6 x 8.38 mm, 234 g | 165 x 71 x 8.2 mm, 186 g | 157 x 68 x 8.2 mm, 168 g | 166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm (unfolded), 86.4 x 72.2 x 15.9-17.1 mm (folded), 183 g | 158.2 x 128.1 x 6.4 mm (unfolded), 158.2 x 67.1 x 14.4-16 mm (folded), 271 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP 68 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, Ceramic back | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass 6 on the back; IP65 and IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass 6 on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP65 and IP68 certified | Plastic and UTG inner display, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass Victus back and outer display; IPX8 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus outer display and back, aluminium frame, plastic and UTG inner display; IP68 certified |
| Operating system | Android 12 | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 | Android 11 | Android 11 | One UI 3.1.1 based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1.1 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 13, 14 and 15; security updates up to October 2026 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to February 2025 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to February 2024 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to 2023 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to 2023 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to August 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to August 2025 |
| CPU | Google Tensor | Exynos 2100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 12 and 128, 12 and 256 | 12 and 128, 12 and 256, 16 and 512 | 12 and 256 | 12 and 256 | 8 and 128 | 8 and 128, 8 and 256 | 12 and 256, 12 and 512 |
| Expandable storage | No | No | No | Yes (up to 1 TB) | Yes (up to 1 TB) | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (two physical SIMs or one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (two physical SIMs or one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6 and mmWave); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6 and mmWave); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| Primary camera | 50 MP, f/1.85, 26mm, 82°, 1/1.31″, 1.2µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 108 MP, f/1.8, 24mm, 1/1.3″, 1.8µm, PDAF, Laser AF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.95, 24mm, 1/1.12″, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.7, 24mm, 1/1.7″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, 82° | 12 MP, f/1.7, 24mm, 82°, 1/1.7″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, 82° | 12 MP, f/2.2, 27mm, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.76″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 114˚, 1.25μm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 48 MP, f/2.2, 12mm, 128°, 1/2.0″, 0.8μm, PDAF | 12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 124°, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 124°, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚, 1/3.06″, 1.12µm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚, 1/3.06″, 1.12µm |
| Telephoto | 48 MP, f/3.5, 104mm, 23.5˚, 1/2″, 0.8μm, 4x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | 10 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.24″, 72mm, 1.22µm, 3x optical zoom, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS; 10 MP, f/4.9, 240mm, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm, 10x optical zoom, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 48 MP, f/4.1, 120mm, 1/2.0″, 0.8μm, 5x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/2.3, 70mm, 34°, f/2.8, 105mm, 23°, 1/2.9”, 3/4.4x optical zoom, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/2.3, 70mm, 34°, f/2.8, 105mm, 23°, 1/2.9”, 3/4.4x optical zoom, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | – | 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm, 1/3.6″, 1.0µm, 2x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS |
| Front-facing camera | 11 MP, f/2.2, 20mm, 94˚ 1.22μm | 40 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/2.8″, 0.7µm, PDAF | 20 MP, f/2.2, 27mm, 1/3.4″, 0.8μm | 8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4″, 1.22µm | 8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4″, 1.22µm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 25mm, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm (outer), 4 MP, f/1.8, 1/3″, 2.0µm (inner) |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 5000 mAh, 30 W (wired), 23 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 5 W | 5000 mAh, 25 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 5000 mAh, 67 W (wired and wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 10 W | 4500 mAh, 30 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging | 4500 mAh, 30 W (wired) | 3300 mAh, 15 W (wired), 10 W (wireless). Supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4400 mAh, 25 W (wired), 10 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W |
| Charger in the box | No | No | Yes, 67 W | Yes, 30 W | Yes, 30 W | No | No |
| USB | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.2) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.2) |
| Headphone jack | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, ultrasonic) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| Price | €899-999/£850-950 | €1100-1400/£1000-1339 | €1200/£1200 | €1299/£1200 | €1000/£900 | €1050-1100/£950-1000 | €1800-1900/£1600-1700 |
India (under development)
₹30,000-40,000
| Summary | Samsung Galaxy S20 FE | IQOO 7 Legend | Motorola Edge 20 Pro | OnePlus 9R | Vivo X60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.5-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.62″ 1080 x 2400 | 6.7-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.55″ 1080 x 2400 | 6.56″ 1080 x 2376 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 144 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm, 189 g | 162.2 x 75.8 x 8.7 mm, 209.5 g | 163 x 76 x 7.99 mm, 190 g/185 g (glass/vegan leather) | 161 x 74.1 x 8.4 mm, 189 g | 159.63 x 75.01 x 7.36 mm, 176g/177 g (depends on colour) |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, aluminium frame, plastic back; IP68 certified | Unknown glass on the front and back , aluminum frame | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, aluminium frame (covered by plastic), Gorilla Glass 5/vegan leather on the back; IP52 certified | Gorilla Glass 5 front and back, aluminum frame | Gorilla Glass 6 front and back, plastic frame |
| Operating system | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | Funtouch 11.1 based on Android 11 | Android 11 | OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 | Funtouch 11.1 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12 and 13, security updates up to October 2024 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to April 2024 | Android 12 and 13; security updates up to October 2023 | Android 12 and 13. Possibly Android 14 if updated same as 8T. | Android 12 and 13; security updates unknown |
| CPU | Snapdragon 865 | Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | Snapdragon 870 | Snapdragon 870 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 8 and 128 | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 8 and 128 | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 |
| Expandable storage | Yes (up to 1 TB) | No | No | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (hybrid slot) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| Primary camera | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.76″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 48 MP, f/1.79, 26mm, 1/2.0″, 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS | 108 MP, f/1.9, 24mm, 1/1.52″, 0.7μm, PDAF | 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/2.0″, 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS | 48 MP, f/1.79, 26mm, 1/2.0″, 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123°, 1/3.0”, 1.12μm | 13 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 120˚, 1/3.1”, 0.8µm | 16 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 119°, 1/3.06”, 1.0μm, PDAF | 16 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 123˚, 1/3.09″, 1.0µm | 13 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 120˚, 1/3.1”, 0.8µm |
| Telephoto | 8 MP, f/2.4, 76mm 1/4.5”, 1.0μm, 3x optical zoom, OIS | 13 MP, f/2.45, 50mm, 1/2.8″, 0.8µm, 2x optical zoom, PDAF | 8 MP, f/3.4, 126mm, 1.0µm, 5x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | – | 13 MP, f/2.45, 50mm, 1/2.8″, 0.8µm, 2x optical zoom, PDAF |
| Front-facing camera | 32 MP, f/2.3, 28mm, 1/3″, 0.7µm | 16 MP, f/2.0 | 32 MP, f/2.3, 28mm, 1/3″, 0.7µm | 16 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.06″, 1.0µm | 32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm, 1/2.8″, 0.8µm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 4500, 25 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4000, 66 W (wired) | 4500, 30 W (wired) | 4500, 65 W (wired) | 4300, 33 W (wired) |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 15 W | Yes, 66W | 4500 | Yes, 65W | Yes, 33W |
| USB | Type-C (3.2) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (2.0) |
| Headphone jack | No | No | No | No | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Dual | Mono (bottom-firing) | Dual | Mono (bottom-firing) |
| Price | ₹37,000-40,000 (depending on sale) | ₹37,000-40,000 (depending on sale) | ₹37,000 | ₹35,000-40,000 (depending on sale) | ₹35,000 |
₹40,000-50,000
| Summary | OnePlus 9 | Vivo X60 Pro | Vivo X70 Pro | Asus ROG 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.55-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.56″ 1080 x 2376 | 6.56″ 1080 x 2376 | 6.78-inch 2448 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 144 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 160 x 74.2 x 8.7 mm, 192 g | 158.58 x 73.24 x 7.59 mm, 177 g/179 g | 158.3 x 73.21 x 7.99 mm, 183 g/184 g | 173 x 77 x 9.9, 239 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, plastic frame. | Gorilla Glass 6 front and back, aluminum frame | Gorilla Glass 6 front and back, aluminum frame | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass 3 on the back |
| Operating system | Oxygen OS 11 based on Android 11 | Funtouch 11.1 based on Android 11 | Funtouch 12 based on Android 11 | Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to March 2025 | Android 12 and 13; security updates unknown | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates unknown | Android 12, unknown |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 12 and 256 | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 8 and 128 |
| Expandable storage | No | No | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Primary camera | 48 MP, f/1.8, 23mm, 78.3°, 1/1.43″, 1.12μm, PDAF | 48 MP, f/1.79, 26mm, 1/2.0″, 0.8µm, PDAF, gimbal based stabilisation | 50 MP, f/1.75, 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, PDAF, Laser AF, gimbal based stabilisation | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.73″, 0.8µm, PDAF |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 110.3°, 1/1.56″, 1.0μm | 13 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 120˚, 1/3.1”, 0.8µm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 116˚, 1/3.1″, 1.12µm, AF | 13 MP, f/2.4, 11mm, 125˚, 1/3″, 1.12µm |
| Telephoto | – | 13 MP, f/2.45, 50mm, 1/2.8″, 0.8µm, 2x optical zoom, PDAF | 12 MP, f/1.98, 50mm, 1/2.93″, 1.22µm, 2x optical zoom, PDAF; 8 MP, f/3.4, 125mm, 1/4.4″, 1.0µm, 5x optical zoom PDAF, OIS | – |
| Front-facing camera | 16 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.06″, 1.0μm | 32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm, 1/2.8″, 0.8µm | 32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm, 1/2.8″, 0.8µm | 24 MP, f/2.4, 27mm 1/2.8″, 0.9µm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 4500, 65 W (wired) | 4200 mAh, 33 W (wired) | 4450 mAh, 44 W (wired) | 6000, 65 W (wired) |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 65 W | Yes, 33 W | Yes, 44 W | Yes, 65 W |
| USB | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (2.0) | Type-C (3.1) port on the side and Type-C (2.0) on the bottom |
| Headphone jack | No | No | 4200 | Yes |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, optical) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Mono (bottom-firing) | Mono (bottom-firing) | Dual |
| Price | ₹40,000-47,000 (depending on sale) | ₹49,000 | ₹47,000 | ₹50,000 |
₹50,000-70,000
| Summary | OnePlus 9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S21 | Samsung Galaxy S21+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.7-inch 3216 x 1440 | 6.2-inch 2400 x 1080 | 6.7-inch 2400 x 1080 |
| Display type and refresh rate | LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 163 x 73.6 x 8.7 mm, 192 g | 151.7 x 71.2 x 7.9 mm, 169 g | 161.5 x 75.6 x 7.8 mm, 200 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front, aluminium frame, plastic back; IP68 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP68 certified |
| Operating system | Oxygen OS 11 based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to March 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to February 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to February 2025 |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Exynos 2100 | Exynos 2100 |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 8 and 128, 12 and 256 | 8 and 128, 8 and 256 | 8 and 128, 8 and 256 |
| Expandable storage | No | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (two physical SIMs or one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (two physical SIMs or one physical SIM and eSIM) |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Primary camera | 48 MP, f/1.8, 23mm, 1/1.43″, 1.12μm, PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm 1/1.76″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.76″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 110.3°,1/1.56″, 1.0μm, PDAF | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚, 1/2.55″ 1.4µm, |
| Telephoto | 8 MP, f/2.4, 78mm, 1/3.26″, 1.0μm , 3.3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | 64 MP, f/2.0, 29mm, 1/1.72″, 0.8µm, 1.1x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | 64 MP, f/2.0, 29mm, 1/1.72″, 0.8µm, 1.1x optical zoom PDAF, OIS |
| Front-facing camera | 16 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.06″, 1.0μm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm, Dual Pixel PDAF |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 4500 mAh, 65 W (wired), 50 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging | 4000 mAh, 25 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4800 mAh, 25 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W |
| Charger in the box | Yes, 65 W | No | No |
| USB | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.2) | Type-C (3.2) |
| Headphone jack | No | No | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, optical) | Yes (in-display, ultrasonic) | Yes (in-display, ultrasonic) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| Price (starting) | ₹61,000 | Very volatile, ₹55,000-70,000+ | Very volatile, ₹60,000-80,000 |
₹70,000+
| Summary | Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 | Vivo X70 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size and resolution | 6.8-inch 3200 x 1440 | 6.7-inch 2640 x 1080 (inner), 1.9-inch 512 x 260 (outer) | 7.6-inch 2208 x 1768 (inner), 6.2-inch 2268 x 832 (outer) | 6.78-inch 3200 x 1440 |
| Display type and refresh rate | LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz | AMOLED, 120 Hz (outer display); LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz (inner display) | LTPO AMOLED, 120 Hz |
| Dimensions (height x width x depth) and weight | 165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 mm, 227 g | 166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm (unfolded), 86.4 x 72.2 x 15.9-17.1 mm (folded), 183 g | 158.2 x 128.1 x 6.4 mm (unfolded), 158.2 x 67.1 x 14.4-16 mm (folded), 271 g | 164.54 x 75.21 x 8.89 mm, 213g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and back, aluminium frame; IP68 certified | Plastic and UTG inner display, aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass Victus back and outer display; IPX8 certified | Gorilla Glass Victus outer display and back, aluminium frame, plastic and UTG inner display; IP68 certified | Schott Xensation glass, aluminium frame, matte glass back; IP68 certified |
| Operating system | One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1.1 based on Android 11 | One UI 3.1.1 based on Android 11 | FuntouchOS 12 based on Android 11 |
| Scheduled updates | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to February 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to August 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates up to August 2025 | Android 12, 13 and 14; security updates unknown |
| CPU | Exynos 2100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ |
| RAM and storage (in GB) | 12 and 256, 16 and 512 | 8 and 128, 8 and 256 | 12 and 256, 12 and 512 | 12 and 256 |
| Expandable storage | No | No | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6E) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Supports Wi-Fi 6) |
| Cellular Connectivity | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM (two physical SIMs or one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6 and mmWave); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6 and mmWave); Dual SIM (one physical SIM and eSIM) | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G (sub-6); Dual SIM |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Primary camera | 108 MP, f/1.8, 24mm, 1/1.3″, 1.8µm, PDAF, Laser AF, OIS | 12 MP, f/2.2, 27mm, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/1.76″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.6, 1/1.31″, 1.2µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, Laser AF, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚, 1/2.55”, 1.4μm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚, 1/3.06″, 1.12µm | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚, 1/3.06″, 1.12µm | 48 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 114˚, 1/2.0″, 0.8µm, AF, gimbal OIS |
| Telephoto | 10 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.24″, 72mm, 1.22µm, 3x optical zoom, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS; 10 MP, f/4.9, 240mm, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm, 10x optical zoom, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | – | 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm, 1/3.6″, 1.0µm, 2x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.6, 50mm, 1/2.93″, 1.22µm, 2x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS; 8 MP, f/3.4, 125mm, 1/4.4″, 1.0µm, 5x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS |
| Front-facing camera | 40 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, 1/2.8″, 0.7µm, PDAF | 10 MP, f/2.2, 25mm, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm | 10 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.24″, 1.22µm (outer), 4 MP, f/1.8, 1/3″, 2.0µm (inner) | 32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm, 1/2.8″, 0.8µm |
| Battery (typical capacity) and charging | 5000 mAh, 25 W (wired), 15 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 3300 mAh, 15 W (wired), 10 W (wireless). Supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4400 mAh, 25 W (wired), 10 W (wireless), supports reverse wireless charging at 4.5 W | 4500 mAh, 55W (wired), 50 W (wireless) |
| Charger in the box | No | No | No | Yes, 55W |
| USB | Type-C (3.2) | Type-C (3.1) | Type-C (3.2) | Type-C (3.1) |
| Headphone jack | No | No | No | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes (in-display, ultrasonic) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (side-mounted) | Yes (in-display, optical) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Dual | Dual | Dual | Dual |
| Price (starting) | ₹100,000-105,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹145,000 | ₹80,000 |
