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Do you consider spending on the absolute best in smartphones? Stay tuned; we have the 5 best flagship phones covered.
In 2025, the flagship segment is as good as it can be. With the introduction of SoCs such as Snapdragon 8 Elite and the A18 Pro, gamers, tech enthusiasts, and smartphone collectors have brand-new toys to check out. We have desktop-like processing power, incredible display quality, call reception, battery backup, and hardware-level security on these devices, on almost all of them, except a few. With that said, let’s proceed. The article below highlights the five best flagship smartphones you can buy.
Disclaimer – We are omitting pricing information, as it tends to vary by region. Reach out to your nearest retail or trusted online store for the best price.
1. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
This year, Samsung’s flagship didn’t receive a warm welcome. The tech community seems to believe that Samsung has stopped innovating. The design is similar to the S24 Ultra, and the camera hardware is also identical. One UI 7 is also coming to older Samsung devices. So what’s new? Well, nothing else is new except for more AI and a newer chip with a better thermal design. Hands down, the phone is one of the greatest out there, but it feels repetitive.
Specifications
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy processor
- 6.9-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X display with 120Hz refresh rate
- 12GB RAM is standard and can be configured to 16GB RAM with 1TB storage
- 200MP primary camera, 50MP ultrawide, 50MP telephoto with 5x zoom, 10MP telephoto with 3x zoom
- 5000 mAh battery with fast charging
- Android 15 with One UI 7.0 and seven years of software updates
2. iPhone 16 Pro Max
The same old trend applies to Apple, except that their battery backup is largely improved with the 16 Pro Max. Better processor, improved image processing, along with camera lenses. And yeah, we also have more AI on the Apple side of things. Everything else is pretty much the same, which can be found on the older models.
Specifications
- A18 Pro Bionic processor
- 6.9-inch ProMotion XDR OLED display with always-on functionality
- 8GB RAM is standard across all models, with storage options up to 1TB
- 48MP primary camera, 48MP ultrawide, 12MP telephoto with improved optical zoom
- 4323mAh battery with MagSafe charging
- iOS 18.4
3. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Following Apple’s trend of the Pro Max, this is Pixel’s take on the same nomenclature; the Pixel 9 Pro XL is the largest variant on offer by Google. Sadly, the chip within it still falls way behind the likes of the competition. The cameras are great, but looking at the competition, it earnestly desires more. More AI as usual and better battery life.
Specifications
- Google Tensor G4 processor
- 6.9-inch LTPO OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
- 12GB RAM is standard and can be configured to 16GB RAM and 1TB ROM
- 50MP primary camera, 48MP ultrawide, 48MP telephoto with improved zoom
- 5060 mAh battery with fast charging
- Android 15 with seven major Android upgrades
4. OnePlus 13
To some people, the OnePlus 13 is the ultimate smartphone of 2025, and there is a solid reason behind it. OnePlus has dramatically improved the overall performance of the phone. The cameras are great now, and it’s indistinguishable to the average person if a photo is shot on an S25 Ultra or a OnePlus 13. Of course, the S25 Ultra is better, but it’s nothing to write home about. What’s good is the thermal improvements of the OnePlus 13. As a result, it attracts quite a lot of enthusiastic gamers, making this device desirable in the performance segment.
Specifications
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor
- 6.8-inch LTPO AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
- 12GB RAM is standard and can be configured to 24GB RAM and 1TB ROM
- 50MP primary camera, 50MP ultrawide, 50MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom
- 6000mAh battery with fast charging
- OxygenOS based on Android 15
5. Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro
Republic of Gamers Phone: Ah, this one is an absolute gem for gamers. It has the Snapdragon 8 Elite, as others do, but what sets it apart is its gaming features. We have the highest refresh rate (185hz) AMOLED display used here, along with plenty of RAM and ample storage. The software is tuned for gaming and has the ability to show/capture your devices’ thermals. If your device requires additional cooling, you can purchase the AeroActive Cooler X Pro separately or as a bundle and attach it to your phone.
Specifications
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor
- 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display with 185Hz refresh rate
- 16GB RAM is standard and can be configured to 24GB RAM and 1TB ROM
- 50MP primary camera, 13MP ultrawide, 32MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom
- 5800mAh battery with fast charging
- Android 15 with two major Android upgrades
Final Verdict
The flagship smartphone category is outright dull. Some advertise better gaming, while others do better on camera. You won’t miss out much on any of these devices, provided you pick any one of them. If you want serious contenders, you might consider checking out our mid-range and budget articles. Over there, things are interesting.
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