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Last updated October 23, 2026

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Apple iPhone 6 Plus
8.5
Apple iPhone 6 Plus
Apple · iOS 8.1
Pros
+ Stunning and sharp display
+ Optical image stabilization solves shaky cam issues
+ Excellent battery life
Cons
− Difficult to grip
− Not as sharp as quadHD displays
− Some slight pauses when launching apps
HTC 10
8.5
HTC 10
HTC · Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Pros
+ Great design
+ Flawless performance
+ Stock-like Android experience
+ microSD and Adoptable Storage support
+ Good battery life
+ QuickCharge 3.0
+ Clear display
Cons
− Dim display
− Sketchy Wi-Fi reception
− Color accuracy issues with camera
− Non-removable battery
− Price
Samsung Galaxy S20
8.5
Samsung Galaxy S20
Samsung · Android 10
Pros
+ Great multitasking and gaming
+ Comfortable in the hand
+ Beautiful 120hz HDR screen for movies and videos
+ All-day battery life
+ 5G support
Cons
− Fingerprint scanner is slow
− Tons of pre-installed apps
− No headphone jack
− High price tag
Sony Xperia Z
8.4
Mid-range Sony Xperia Z
Sony · Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
Google Pixel
8.4
Google Pixel
Google · Android 7.0 Nougat
Pros
+ Fast, detailed camera with great low-light performance
+ Built-in support for technical issues
+ All-day battery
+ Fast charging support
+ Vibrant, bright display
+ Fast performance
+ First access to Android updates
Cons
− No microSD support
− Single, weak down-firing speaker
− Possibly bland design
OnePlus 7
8.4
OnePlus 7
OnePlus · Android 9.0 Pie
Compass Verdict

Unless you’re looking for the absolute cutting-edge of mobile technology in 2019, the OnePlus 7 is likely to please. It offers a decent camera, stellar performance, a beautiful display, and a premium design at a price far below many of 2019’s top releases.

Pros
+ Outstanding performance
+ All-day battery life
+ Generous storage
+ Android 9.0 with OxygenOS
+ Fast-charge support
+ Respectable camera
+ Loud stereo speakers
Cons
− So-so low-light camera performance
− No expandable storage
− No 3.5mm headphone jack
Oppo Find X3 Pro
8.4
Oppo Find X3 Pro
Oppo · Android 11
Samsung Galaxy S7 Active
8.4
Samsung Galaxy S7 Active
Samsung · Android 6.0 Marshmallow
LG Nexus 4
8.4
Budget LG Nexus 4
LG · Android 4.2 Jelly Bean
OPPO Reno 10x Zoom
8.4
OPPO Reno 10x Zoom
Oppo · Android 9.0 Pie
LG G6
8.4
LG G6
LG · Android 7.0 Nougat
Pros
+ Plenty of storage
+ Detailed screen
+ Solid performance
+ microSD support
+ Fingerprint scanner
+ Dual-lens camera
Cons
− Aspect ratio not supported by all apps and services
− Multiple regional variants
Google Pixel 4a 5G
8.4
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Google · Android 11
Pros
+ Big beautiful screen
+ Excellent battery life
+ Headphone jack
+ Fast fingerprint scanner
Cons
− No waterproof or dust rating
− Stale design choice
− No wireless charging
Motorola Moto X (2nd Gen)
8.4
Motorola Moto X (2nd Gen)
Motorola · Android 4.4.4 KitKat
Pros
+ Snappy performance that handles all tasks with ease
+ Vivid color and good contrast
+ Premium materials and excellent build quality
Cons
− No expandable microSD slot
− Suffers from oversaturation
− Mediocre camera performance
Sony Xperia 5 II
8.4
Sony Xperia 5 II
Sony · Android 10
Samsung Galaxy S20+
8.4
Samsung Galaxy S20+
Samsung · Android 10
Pros
+ Great multitasking and gaming
+ Comfortable in the hand
+ Beautiful 120hz HDR screen for movies and videos
+ All-day battery life
+ 5G support
Cons
− Tons of pre-installed apps
− Fingerprint scanner is slow
− No headphone jack
− High price tag
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