The 14 Best Smartphones of 2026

Flagship titans, clever foldables and value-packed underdogs all jostle for a spot in your pocket this year. Which one comes out on top?

1

iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple's 2026 flagship, blending its most powerful hardware with a refined camera and software experience.

1000pts

2

iPhone 17

Apple's well-rounded standard 2026 model offering great cameras and performance at a lower price.

731pts

3

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Samsung's powerhouse 2026 flagship with a built-in S-Pen stylus and a Privacy Display.

577pts

4

Asus ROG Phone 9

Asus's gaming-focused flagship packing top-tier performance, cooling, and a high-refresh display.

577pts

5

Nothing Phone 3

Nothing's distinctive transparent flagship with its signature Glyph LED interface.

577pts

6

Google Pixel 10 Pro

The compact Pro Pixel offering flagship cameras and AI features in a smaller frame.

500pts

7

Samsung Galaxy S26

The compact, premium 2026 Galaxy flagship balancing performance, cameras, and battery life.

500pts

8

Xiaomi 16 Pro

Xiaomi's 2026 flagship with a high-end Leica-tuned camera system and rapid charging.

409pts

9

OnePlus 14

OnePlus's 2026 flagship known for blistering performance and fast charging at a sharp price.

409pts

10

Google Pixel 10

The well-rounded standard Pixel, widely recommended as the Android phone for most people.

300pts

11

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

Samsung's flagship book-style foldable with a large unfolding inner display.

300pts

12

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7

Samsung's compact clamshell foldable that snaps shut into a pocketable square.

300pts

13

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL

Google's large 2026 flagship, praised as one of the best phones available for its cameras and AI.

167pts

14

Motorola Razr 2026

Motorola's stylish clamshell foldable with a large cover display.

167pts