As 5G becomes more widespread, having the right mobile device can make all of the difference in your daily activities and providing high performance on screen.
This list features products from top brands, but when choosing an option it is also important to take your personal priorities and budget into consideration.
1. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is equipped with the innovative Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and boasts an eye-catching 6.8-inch Super AMOLED display boasting 501ppi for exceptional image quality, as well as one of the top 200MP rear cameras available in its category.
Geekbench benchmark tests indicate that the Galaxy S24 Ultra has performed similarly to other top flagship smartphones. This shows it has sufficient processing power to handle demanding apps and games as well as multitasking and multimedia usage.
Samsung Galaxy A50 provides cutting-edge wireless technology, featuring support for 5G mmWave for ultrafast connectivity and wireless charging, which is much quicker and more convenient than wired alternatives in mobile devices. In addition, this phone comes equipped with an S-Pen for increased productivity, and its titanium frame adds a premium feel that comes in various color choices including Cobalt Violet. Samsung AI features help streamline tasks for greater productivity while defense-grade Knox security keeps your data safe.
2. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 6 foldable phone is an upgrade over its predecessors, featuring a main screen measuring 6.7 inches when unfolded and powered by its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy chipset. In addition, this year’s version offers AI features like context-aware replies on messages on its cover screen as well as live translations.
In our benchmark tests, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 excelled at CPU and GPU-intensive tasks. It placed near the top in our Geekbench 6 test and even outperformed its counterpart from Motorola (the Razr Plus) when it comes to multi-core performance. Boasting an increased battery capacity and enhanced vapor chamber cooling technology, this Flip phone is one of the fastest yet.
3. Apple iPhone 14 Pro
The iPhone 14 Pro is an excellent 5G phone for those seeking fast data connectivity with their wireless carrier. Equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon X65 modem that supports both mmWave and sub-6GHz networks, this phone also boasts optimized power efficiency as well as smart data mode to help extend battery life when using 5G networks.
The device features a high-resolution, 6.1-inch LTPO Super Retina display – an upgrade over last year’s model – with stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos support to deliver enhanced audio quality. Furthermore, Apple has equipped their latest processor, A16 Bionic chip built on 4nm technology that powers this phone.
Selecting the ideal 5G smartphone requires understanding your individual needs and priorities. Considerations include brand loyalty, the features you desire and budget. Decide whether a high-performance gaming processor or long battery life are priorities for you; premium features like night mode photography performance may also be worth exploring.
4. Samsung Galaxy A54 5G
Samsung’s Galaxy A54 5G brings flagship-level experience to midrange category. Its 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display stands out in daylight, its Exynos processor outclasses competitors on Geekbench benchmark tests and it supports 5G for an affordable price. Furthermore, features like Nightography mode and firmware support that is longer than most midrange phones are also offered; unfortunately though it cannot match Pixel 6A/7A when it comes to camera performance.
Although it doesn’t include a 3.5 mm audio jack like those phones do, the Galaxy C9 Pro’s battery capacity of 5,000mAh makes up for it and Samsung’s One UI allows you to personalize its look and adjust settings as you please. Furthermore, its four years of major Android updates and five years of security patches offer better value than Google Pixel phones — an enormous asset at under $500 price point!
5. ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
The Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro brings gaming’s sub-brand name to a wider audience while maintaining most of the advantages that gamers will appreciate – such as Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon chip, an abundance of storage and memory space, an IP68 rating for ingress protection, and an easy software experience without unnecessary extraneous apps or unnecessary bloatware.
A large camera hump houses three cameras on the back of this smartphone from Asus, with several stylish flourishes to set it apart from its competition. One such feature is AniMe Vision; its rear panel uses mini-LEDs to display notifications such as battery status and caller ID alerts.
Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro is an ideal gaming phone, featuring robust performance that guarantees an uncompromised mobile gaming experience. However, its robust features and design also make it suitable for other tasks, including web browsing or TikTok consumption. Furthermore, this model boasts one of only two phones with a fixed refresh rate of 165Hz which enhances certain games by smoother visuals – but its high price tag and only two OS updates and four years of security updates pose drawbacks.
