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17 critic reviews
Display
6.7" · 90
Battery
5,000 mAh
Compass Verdict
An affordable smartphone with solid features and long-term software support, perfect for everyday tasks.
Pros
+
Bright AMOLED display
+
Durable Gorilla Glass
+
6 years of updates
+
Improved low-light camera
+
Sleek design
Cons
−
Outdated notch design
−
Average performance
−
No stereo speakers
−
25W slow charging
−
Average battery life
Camera
Main:
50MP f/1.8
Front:
13MP f/2.0
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 30fps
Lens 2:
5MP f/2.2
Lens 3:
2MP f/2.4
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer, Multi-shot, Effects
Performance
Chip:
Samsung Exynos 1330 Octa-core
RAM:
4/6/8 GB
Storage:
128/256 GB
Speed:
2400MHz
AnTuTu:
592,392
Geekbench S:
953
Geekbench M:
2,003
Display
Size:
6.7" Color
Res:
1080 × 2340
PPI:
385 ppi
Refresh:
90 Hz
Brightness:
800 nits
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
5,000 mAh
Fast charge:
25W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Talk time:
27.7h
Video playback:
18h
GSMArena:
11:48h
Design
Weight:
192g
IP:
IP54
Material:
Plastic
Type:
Bar
Colors:
Black, Gray, Blue
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT 5.3
NFC:
Yes
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
usb-2.0
7 critic reviews
Display
6.77"
Battery
5,520 mAh
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Camera
Main:
50MP f/1.8
Front:
20MP f/2.2
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Lens 2:
2MP
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer, Multi-shot, Effects, Image stabilization, Night mode
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
8 GB
Storage:
256/512 GB
Speed:
2400MHz
Display
Size:
6.77" Color
Res:
1080 × 2392
PPI:
388 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
5,520 mAh
Fast charge:
45W
Type:
Silicon Carbon (Si/C)
Removable:
No
Design
Weight:
178g
IP:
IP65
Material:
Plastic
Type:
Bar
Colors:
Black, Silver, Green
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT 5.1
NFC:
Yes
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
3 critic reviews
Display
6.6"
Battery
4,350 mAh
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Camera
Main:
50MP f/1.8
Front:
13MP f/2.2
Video:
Unknown
Lens 2:
8MP f/2.2
Flash:
Yes (Dual LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer, Multi-shot, Effects, Night mode
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
6 GB
Storage:
128 GB
Speed:
2500MHz
Display
Size:
6.6" Color
Res:
1080 × 2408
PPI:
400 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
4,350 mAh
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
Yes
Talk time:
43h
Design
Weight:
240g
IP:
IP68
Material:
Plastic
Type:
Bar
Colors:
Black
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/6e
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
Yes
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, 6e
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
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Camera
Main:
50MP f/1.8
Front:
50MP f/2.0
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Lens 2:
8MP f/2.2
Lens 3:
50MP f/2.0
Flash:
Yes (Dual LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
12 GB
Storage:
512 GB
Speed:
2500MHz
Display
Size:
6.7" Color
Res:
1080 × 2412
PPI:
394 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
5,000 mAh
Fast charge:
80W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Talk time:
32.5h
Video playback:
20.1h
Design
Weight:
181g
IP:
IP65
Material:
Plastic
Type:
Bar
Colors:
Space Brown, Nebula Silver
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
Yes
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
2 critic reviews
Display
6.67"
Battery
5,800 mAh
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Camera
Main:
50MP f/1.8
Front:
32MP f/2.4
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Lens 2:
8MP f/2.2
Lens 3:
2MP f/2.4
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer, Multi-shot, Effects, Image stabilization, ISO, Night mode
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
12 GB
Storage:
512 GB
Speed:
2200MHz
Display
Size:
6.67" Color
Res:
1080 × 2400
PPI:
394 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Battery
Capacity:
5,800 mAh
Fast charge:
45W
Type:
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable:
No
Talk time:
35.7h
Design
Weight:
192g
IP:
IP69
Material:
Plastic
Type:
Bar
Colors:
Graphite Grey, Luminous Blue
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT 5.1
NFC:
Yes
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
31 critic reviews
Display
6.7"
Battery
5,000 mAh
Compass Verdict
A well-equipped device with advanced software support that handles everyday needs efficiently.
Pros
+
Slim design
+
Long battery life
+
Robust build
+
Fast charging
+
Six years of updates
Cons
−
No microSD slot
−
Average cameras
−
Poor gaming performance
−
Lack of wireless charging
−
Fingerprint magnet
Camera
Main:
50MP f/1.8
Front:
12MP f/2.2
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Lens 2:
12MP f/2.2
Lens 3:
5MP f/2.4
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer, Multi-shot, Effects, Night mode
Performance
Chip:
Samsung Exynos 1580 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
8 GB
Storage:
256 GB
Speed:
2900MHz
Display
Size:
6.7" Color
Res:
1080 × 2340
PPI:
385 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
5,000 mAh
Fast charge:
45W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Talk time:
34h
Video playback:
29h
Design
Weight:
198g
IP:
IP67
Material:
Aluminium
Type:
Bar
Colors:
Pink, Lightgray, Graphite, Olive
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT:
BT 5.3
NFC:
Yes
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
12 critic reviews
Display
6.78"
Battery
6,600 mAh
Compass Verdict
A robust, long-lasting phone with an impressive display, ideal for on-the-go daily use.
Pros
+
Stunning battery life
+
Fast charging support
+
Rugged design
+
Ample storage offered
+
Convenient unlock options
Cons
−
Lacks powerful performance
−
No wireless charging
−
Pre-installed bloatware
−
Older Android version
−
Limited gaming capabilities
Camera
Main:
108MP f/1.75
Front:
16MP f/2.45
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Lens 2:
5MP f/2.2
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer, Multi-shot, Effects, Image stabilization, Night mode
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
8 GB
Storage:
512 GB
Speed:
2200MHz
Display
Size:
6.78" Color
Res:
1224 × 2700
PPI:
437 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
6,600 mAh
Fast charge:
66W
Type:
Silicon Carbon (Si/C)
Removable:
No
Talk time:
30.2h
Video playback:
25.8h
Design
Weight:
189g
IP:
IP64
Material:
Plastic
Type:
Bar
Colors:
Titanium Purple, Titanium Black
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT 5.1
NFC:
Yes
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
1 critic review
Display
2.95"
Battery
3,000 mAh
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Camera
Main:
8MP
Video:
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Self-timer, Effects
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM4450 Octa-core
RAM:
4 GB
Storage:
32 GB
Speed:
2000MHz
Display
Size:
2.95" Color
Res:
480 × 854
PPI:
332 ppi
Sensors:
Motion / Accelerometer
Battery
Capacity:
3,000 mAh
Type:
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable:
No
Talk time:
30h
Design
Weight:
245g
IP:
IP68
Material:
Plastic
Type:
Flip
Colors:
Black
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT 5.0
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
Compass Verdict
An affordable and stylish foldable phone with a larger cover display, offering much improved functionality compared to previous models.
Pros
+
Attractive design
+
Affordable price
+
Large cover display
+
Long battery life
+
Smooth operation
Cons
−
Mediocre camera
−
Poor dust resistance
−
Limited performance
−
No charger included
−
Slow software support
Camera
Main:
50MP f/1.7
Front:
32MP f/2.4
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Lens 2:
13MP f/2.2
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek Dimensity 7300X (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
8/12 GB
Storage:
256/512 GB
Speed:
2500MHz
Display
Size:
6.9" Color
Res:
1080 × 2460
PPI:
413 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
4,200 mAh
Fast charge:
30W
Wireless:
15W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Talk time:
34h
Design
Weight:
188g
IP:
IPX8
Material:
Aluminium
Type:
Flip
Colors:
Koala Grey, Beach Sand, Spritz Orange
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi ac/ax/6e
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
Yes
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax, 6e
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
25 critic reviews
Display
6.9"
Battery
4,500 mAh
Compass Verdict
An affordable flip phone for those keen to experience foldable technology without breaking the bank.
Pros
+
Affordable price point
+
Solid battery life
+
Durable foldable design
+
Stylish colors available
+
Responsive outer display
Cons
−
Camera quality inconsistent
−
Performance lags at times
−
Short software support
−
Fingerprints on screen
−
Limited watertight protection
Camera
Main:
50MP f/1.7
Front:
32MP f/2.4
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Lens 2:
13MP f/2.2
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer, Multi-shot, Effects, Image stabilization, ISO, Night mode, Smile detection
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek Dimensity 7400X (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
8 GB
Storage:
256 GB
Speed:
2600MHz
Display
Size:
6.9" Color
Res:
1080 × 2640
PPI:
426 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
4,500 mAh
Fast charge:
30W
Wireless:
15W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Talk time:
38h
Design
Weight:
188g
IP:
IP48
Material:
Aluminium
Type:
Flip
Colors:
Pantone Spring Bud, Pantone Lightest Sky, Pantone Gibraltar Sea, Pantone Parfait Pink
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/6e
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
Yes
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, 6e
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
57 critic reviews
Display
6.1" · 60
Battery
4,005 mAh
Compass Verdict
An affordable, reliable phone with strong performance and solid battery life, designed for everyday needs.
Pros
+
Affordable price point
+
6.1-inch OLED screen
+
Long battery life
+
Includes new C1 modem
+
Latest A18 processor
Cons
−
No MagSafe support
−
Single rear camera
−
No Dynamic Island
−
Lower brightness display
−
Limited color options
Camera
Main:
48MP f/1.6
Front:
12MP f/1.9
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 60fps
Flash:
Yes (Dual LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Self-timer, Multi-shot, Effects, Image stabilization, Night mode, Red-eye reduction
Performance
Chip:
Apple A18 Hexa-core
RAM:
8 GB
Storage:
128/256/ 512 GB
Speed:
4040MHz
AnTuTu:
1,612,788
Geekbench S:
3,281
Geekbench M:
8,035
Display
Size:
6.1" Color
Res:
1170 × 2532
PPI:
457 ppi
Refresh:
60 Hz
Brightness:
1200 nits
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
4,005 mAh
Fast charge:
20W
Wireless:
7.5W
Type:
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable:
No
Talk time:
23.9h
Video playback:
14.8h
GSMArena:
11:53h
Design
Weight:
167g
IP:
IP68
Material:
Aluminium
Type:
Bar
Colors:
Black, White
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT:
BT 5.3
NFC:
Yes
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
usb-2.0
1 critic review
Display
3.2"
Battery
3,000 mAh
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Camera
Main:
5MP
Video:
HD (1280 x 720 pixels)
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Self-timer, Effects
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm Snapdragon 4s SM4635 Octa-core
RAM:
2 GB
Storage:
32 GB
Speed:
2000MHz
Display
Size:
3.2" Color
Res:
240 × 320
PPI:
125 ppi
Brightness:
400 nits
Battery
Capacity:
3,000 mAh
Type:
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable:
No
Talk time:
40h
Design
Weight:
130g
Material:
Plastic
Type:
Flip
Colors:
Stone Gray
Fingerprint:
No
Waterproof:
No
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi g/n/ac
BT:
BT 5.0
NFC:
No
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP
USB:
USB Type-C
11 critic reviews
Display
6.8"
Battery
6,000 mAh
Compass Verdict
A lighter gaming phone designed for casual use, offering good performance at an affordable price.
Pros
+
Strong gaming performance
+
Slim and light
+
Long battery life
+
Competitive pricing
+
Large, vibrant display
Cons
−
Older chip performance
−
Poor fingerprint reader
−
No headphone jack
−
Inconsistent camera quality
−
Cluttered software interface
Camera
Main:
50MP f/1.9
Front:
16MP f/2.0
Video:
8K (7680 × 4320 pixels) 30fps
Lens 2:
50MP f/2.2
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Multi-shot, Effects, Image stabilization, ISO, Night mode
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
12/16 GB
Storage:
256/512 GB
Speed:
3300MHz
Display
Size:
6.8" Color
Res:
1116 × 2480
PPI:
400 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
6,000 mAh
Fast charge:
80W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Talk time:
42h
Video playback:
18h
Design
Weight:
205g
IP:
IP54
Material:
Aluminium
Type:
Bar
Colors:
Black Twilight, White Hailstone, Orange Flare
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi ac/ax/7
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
Yes
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, ax, 7
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
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Camera
Main:
50MP f/1.8
Front:
32MP f/2.0
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Lens 2:
8MP f/2.2
Lens 3:
2MP f/2.4
Flash:
Yes (Dual LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Frames, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip:
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
12 GB
Storage:
256/512 GB
Speed:
2500MHz
Display
Size:
6.7" Color
Res:
1080 × 2412
PPI:
394 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
5,000 mAh
Fast charge:
80W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Talk time:
32.3h
Video playback:
20.3h
Design
Weight:
177g
IP:
IP65
Material:
Plastic
Type:
Bar
Colors:
Matte Brown, Astro Silver
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
Yes
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
10 critic reviews
Display
6.7"
Battery
5,000 mAh
Compass Verdict
A well-rounded, budget-friendly phone with stylus integration and impressive display clarity.
Pros
+
Bright display
+
Fast charging
+
Good performance
+
Stylus features
+
Decent camera
Cons
−
No charger included
−
Some overprocessing
−
Limited AI features
−
Slow fingerprint sensor
−
Sensitive camera quirks
Camera
Main:
50MP f/1.8
Front:
32MP f/2.2
Video:
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Lens 2:
13MP f/2.2
Flash:
Yes (LED)
Features:
Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Panorama, Multi-shot, Effects, Night mode
Performance
Chip:
Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM:
8 GB
Storage:
256 GB
Speed:
2400MHz
Display
Size:
6.7" Color
Res:
1220 × 2712
PPI:
444 ppi
Multi-touch:
Yes
Sensors:
Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity:
5,000 mAh
Fast charge:
68W
Wireless:
15W
Type:
Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable:
No
Talk time:
31h
Design
Weight:
191g
IP:
IP68
Material:
Plastic
Type:
Bar
Colors:
Gibraltar Sea, Surf the Web
Fingerprint:
Yes
Waterproof:
Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi:
Wi-Fi n/ac/6e
BT:
BT 5.4
NFC:
Yes
WiFi standards:
a, b, g, n, ac, 6e
BT profiles:
A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB:
USB Type-C
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How to choose the right phone
Most people buy more phone than they need. These four points will steer you right.
Start with your budget
The best phone is the one that doesn’t create financial stress. Decide on your ceiling before you start comparing — excellent phones exist at every price point from $300 to $1,600+. Flagship features rarely justify flagship prices for most buyers.
Pick your OS first
iOS and Android are fundamentally different ecosystems. If you’re in the Apple family (Mac, iPad, AirPods), staying on iOS makes sense. If you value flexibility, customisation, and broader hardware choice, Android is where to look. Switching is possible but adds friction.
Battery life beats specs on paper
A phone with a 4,000 mAh battery on an efficient chip will often outlast a 5,000 mAh phone on a hungrier one. Look at GSMArena endurance ratings and our battery sub-scores rather than raw capacity numbers.
Software support matters more than ever
A phone guaranteed updates until 2031 is a meaningfully better long-term purchase than one abandoned in 2027. Google Pixel and Samsung flagship lines lead with 7 years. Apple typically supports devices for 5–6 years. Budget Android varies widely — check before buying.
Compass Tip
Don’t let the spec sheet distract you. The questions that actually matter: Does the camera produce good photos in real conditions? Does the battery last your full day? Will you still get security updates in four years? The Compass Score weights real-world outcomes, not numbers on paper.
Common questions
It depends on your budget and needs. The Google Pixel 9 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro lead our overall rankings. For the best value under $700, the Pixel 9a scores near the top. Use the filters above — the Compass Score ranks the best options within your criteria.
Usually yes. Buying unlocked means no carrier contract, any SIM or eSIM, and often faster software updates. Pairing an unlocked phone with a no-contract MVNO (Mint Mobile, Visible, US Mobile) typically saves $200–$500 over 24 months vs a carrier deal.
Refurbished means returned, inspected, repaired if needed, and resold. “Renewed” is Amazon’s term for the same. Both are legitimate, but quality varies. Look for Grade A or “Excellent” from Back Market or Swappa — they include warranties.
Only if a specific device is within 4–6 weeks of its announced launch. Otherwise, waiting is a trap — there’s always a new phone coming. Today’s top-rated devices will serve you well for 3–5 years.
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