The Best Android Phones of 2025

Discover the Top Android Smartphones of 2024: A Comprehensive Guide

The Android market explodes with options beyond just iPhone alternatives. From foldable giants like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 to gaming powerhouses with extra buttons and advanced cooling, there's an Android phone for everyone. The latest Galaxy S25 series is already available, and many excellent phones offer incredible value without breaking the bank.

TL;DR – Top Android Phone Picks:

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: Our top pick. See it at Amazon

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: The best foldable. See it at Amazon

Poco X5 5G: Best budget option. See it at Amazon

RedMagic 10 Pro: Top gaming phone. See it at Amazon See it at RedMagic

Google Pixel 8: Excellent mid-range choice. See it at Amazon

Years of experience testing various Android devices, from budget-friendly to cutting-edge, informs our selections. We've included the best of the best, along with budget champions that exceed expectations. Check back frequently, as the Android market is constantly evolving.

Contributions by Jackie Thomas, Danielle Abraham, and Georgie Peru.

1. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: The Best Android Smartphone

Following our Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review, it earns the top spot for 2024. Its 6.8-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, exceptional camera system (five lenses!), and seven years of OS updates make it a standout.

Key Features:

• 6.8-inch 1440p AMOLED display (120Hz refresh rate)
• Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC
• 200MP main camera, plus ultra-wide, 3x, and 5x telephoto lenses
• S Pen support
• Titanium frame, water and dust resistance

2. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: Best Foldable Android Phone

A powerful dual-screen device (6.2-inch cover display, 7.6-inch main display), the Z Fold 6 offers incredible performance and stunning AMOLED screens. The 4:3 aspect ratio on the main display is noteworthy.

Key Features:

• 7.6-inch 2160 x 1856 AMOLED (Main); 6.2-inch 968 x 2376 AMOLED (Cover)
• Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor
• 50MP main camera, ultra-wide, and 5x optical zoom lens
• S Pen support (optional)

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What to Consider When Choosing an Android Phone:

• Storage: Consider expandable storage (microSD) and the base storage offered.
• RAM: More RAM enables smoother multitasking. 6GB or more is recommended.
• Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Tensor G4 are top performers.

FAQ:

• Android Phone vs. Smartphone: All Android phones are smartphones, but not all smartphones are Android phones (iOS is another major smartphone OS).

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