Experts named the best Android smartphones in 2024

When it comes to the discussion — Android or iPhone — it's worth remembering that Apple releases only four or five smartphone models each year. The choice of phones on the Google platform is much wider, and therefore the chance of finding a device that will suit you is greater.

The rating was made by Tech Advisor experts.

1. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

The best of the best

Pros

• Seven years of updates.
• Excellent, versatile cameras.
• Very good battery life.
• Smart AI features.
• Built-in S Pen stylus.

Cons

• Expensive.
• Big and bulky.
• Only 45 W charging.

Price: $1150.

2 . Google Pixel 8 Pro

Choice of many

Pros

• Premium build.
• High-end cameras.
• Excellent software capabilities.
• Seven years of updates.

Cons

• Average battery life.
• Slow charging.
• Big and heavy.

Price: $750.

3. Google Pixel 7a

Best value for money

Pros

• Phenomenal camera for this price.
• Great Google software.
• High performance.
• Waterproof.

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• Slow charging.
• Wireless charging is unreliable.
• Display is only 90Hz.

Price: $374.

4. OnePlus 12

The best design

Pros

• Elegant, expressive design.
• Stellar screen.
• Fast wired and wireless charging.
• Excellent main and telephoto cameras.

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• Fewer OS updates than competitors.
• Average ultra-wide and selfie cameras.
• Limited water resistance.

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Price: from $799.

5. Xiaomi 14

Best cameras

Pros

• Incredible cameras.
• Flawless performance.
• Super fast charging.
• Stunning screen.

Cons

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• Some software frustrations.
• Prone to smearing fingerprints.

Price: from $850 .