The Best New Smartphones This Year

With the market currently flooded with phones boasting premium specs (including 5G capabilities) at affordable prices, there are several excellent options to choose from. To make the process of purchasing your next smartphone easier, we’ve put together a list of our top recommendations.

Apple iPhone 12

While the iPhone 12 isn’t the cheapest of Apple’s new offerings, it does have a bigger screen, the A14 Bionic processor, dual rear cameras, and 5G to justify its $829 price tag.

Samsung Galaxy S20

This top-of-the-line Android boasts a stunning 6.2-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a good front camera supported by three rear cameras, a water-resistant design, and reverse wireless charging. Prices start at $349.99.

Google Pixel 4A 5G

This affordable 5G phone handset has a solid battery life, amazing dual rear cameras, and complete software support from Google, and is available at just $499.

OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro

Unlock a premium experience at a relatively more affordable price tag with the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro. The OnePlus 8 is a flagship model with great value – a fast 90Hz display, top-of-the-line processor, and 5G connectivity. The OnePlus 8 Pro is an even more advanced Android smartphone, with a 120Hz display and a telephoto camera.

Motorola Edge Plus

A premium offering, this 5G handset features a Snapdragon 865 chipset, a robust battery, a fantastic OLED screen, plus multiple rear cameras coupled with heavy-duty specs.

Apple iPhone SE

Starting at only $399, the powerful SE is without a doubt the best budget phone of this year. The 2020 model boasts an A13 processor, TouchID, and a home button, along with an incredible camera.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra

The Note 20 Ultra offers you an ultra-premium Android experience – as you’re willing to shell out $1,300, of course. Noteworthy features include the stunning, expansive screen, the high-powered Snapdragon 865 Plus processor, a triple-rear camera array, an embedded S Pen stylus, and reverse wireless charging. Users can choose between either 128GB or 512GB of internal storage.