March 2024
Smartphones: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of smartphones rankings posted by key online experts, as of March 2024.
Summary
On 5 Mar 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 95 smartphone endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
48 smartphones were endorsed in total, only 22 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 5 Mar 2024, iPhone 15 Pro Max takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed smartphone with 6 expert endorsements. 5 experts out of 6 recommended it as the '#1 smartphone' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Samsung: 15 smartphones
(#1 is Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra)
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Apple: 10 smartphones
(#1 is iPhone 15 Pro Max)
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OnePlus: 5 smartphones
(#1 is OnePlus 11)
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Google: 5 smartphones
(#1 is Google Pixel 7a)
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Motorola: 3 smartphones
(#1 is Motorola Moto G84 5G)
Price breakdown
At a glance - March Ranking
Rank | Change | Price | Smartphone |
The Verge
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TechRadar
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T3
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Pocket-lint
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Consumer Reports
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Tom's Guide
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IGN
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Creative Bloq
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Laptop Mag
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Digital Trends
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1
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- | $0 |
iPhone 15 Pro Max
The iPhone 15 Pro Max has received positive reviews for its sleek design, impressive camera capabilities, high-quality display, top-notch performance, long battery life, and excellent audio experience.
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3
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1
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1
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1
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1
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-
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-
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-
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1
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2
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- | $1430 |
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a flagship smartphone that offers a unique design, advanced camera capabilities, impressive performance, reliable battery life, and excellent speaker quality, making it a top choice for those seeking a high-performance smartphone.
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-
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10
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3
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2
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2
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-
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1
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3
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-
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3
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- | $0 |
iPhone 15
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1
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2
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-
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-
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-
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5
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2
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-
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-
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2
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4
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- | Check price |
OnePlus 11
The OnePlus 11 receives positive reviews for its sleek design, premium materials, unique camera placement, exceptional performance, solid battery life, and good speaker quality, making it a recommended choice for users who value aesthetics, camera capabilities, smooth performance, and a high-quality display.
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7
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6
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5
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-
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6
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-
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-
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4
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-
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5
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+4 | $1145 |
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
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4
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1
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2
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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6
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-1 | $374 |
Google Pixel 7a
The Google Pixel 7a has received positive reviews for its design, camera capabilities, display, performance, battery life, and speakers, making it a suitable choice for users who prioritize these features.
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5
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-
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-
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-
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3
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-
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-
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1
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-
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7
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- | $749 |
Google Pixel 8 Pro
The Google Pixel 8 Pro is a flagship smartphone with a sleek design, impressive camera capabilities, vibrant display, powerful performance, and decent battery life, making it a recommended choice for users who prioritize photography, multimedia consumption, performance, and style.
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4
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2
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-
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4
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-
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-
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-
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4
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8
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-2 | $499 |
Google Pixel 8
The Google Pixel 8 is praised for its design, camera capabilities, and vibrant display, but may not be the best choice for those who require exceptional performance or longer battery life.
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-
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-
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8
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1
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-
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-
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8
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9
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-1 | $831 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is a sleek and compact smartphone with a unique folding mechanism, decent camera, high-quality display, excellent performance, and good speakers, but its battery life may not be as long-lasting as some other smartphones.
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6
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-
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9
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7
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-
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-
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14
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10
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- | $0 |
iPhone 15 Pro
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3
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-
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-
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7
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2
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-
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-
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11
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- | $429 |
iPhone SE
The iPhone SE (2020) is a compact and well-designed smartphone that offers excellent performance and functionality, making it a suitable choice for users who prefer a smaller device.
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5
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5
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10
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12
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- | $0 |
iPhone 15 Plus
The iPhone 15 Plus has received highly positive expert reviews for its sleek design, impressive camera capabilities, high-quality display, exceptional performance, and long-lasting battery life.
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4
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10
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9
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13
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- | $1500 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is a highly praised smartphone with a sleek design, impressive display, powerful performance, and good battery life, making it a recommended choice for users who value these features.
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7
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6
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13
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14
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+1 | $510 |
Google Pixel 7 Pro
The Google Pixel 7 Pro is a highly praised smartphone with a sleek design, excellent camera performance, and a high-quality display, making it ideal for photography, multimedia consumption, and everyday tasks.
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3
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4
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15
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus
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2
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-
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-
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-
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11
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16
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- | $420 |
OnePlus 10 Pro
The OnePlus 10 Pro is a highly praised smartphone that excels in design, camera, display, performance, battery life, and speakers, making it a top choice for users who value these features.
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4
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6
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17
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- | Check price |
Nothing Phone (2)
The Nothing Phone (2) is a sleek and powerful device with a great display and battery life, but falls short in low light photography and audio quality.
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8
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4
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18
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- | Check price |
Asus ROG Phone 7
The Asus ROG Phone 7 is a gaming-focused smartphone with a unique design, impressive camera performance, a visually immersive display, exceptional gaming performance, outstanding battery life, and exceptional speakers, making it an ideal choice for gamers and power users.
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8
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5
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19
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- | $889 |
Oppo Find X5 Pro
The Oppo Find X5 Pro is a flagship smartphone praised for its sleek design, impressive camera performance, smooth display, powerful performance, and long-lasting battery life, but its audio quality may not meet the standards of some users.
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7
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7
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20
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- | $319 |
Samsung Galaxy A54
The Samsung Galaxy A54 has received positive reviews for its design, camera performance, display, performance, battery life, and speakers, making it a reliable and capable smartphone for various use cases.
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11
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6
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21
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-7 | Check price |
Samsung Galaxy S23
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a compact and lightweight smartphone with impressive camera capabilities, a high-quality display, powerful performance, reliable battery life, and satisfactory audio quality.
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9
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9
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22
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-1 | $1699 |
OnePlus Open
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9
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12
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We ranked iPhone 15 Pro Max #1 in March 2024 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
- Out of those, 5 experts ranked iPhone 15 Pro Max as #1.
TechRadar
The best iPhone
Gorgeous albeit subtle redesign
Excellent photography
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Pricier baseline (but more storage)
Charging should be faster
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T3
The best Apple phone you can buy
Titanium enclosure makes it lighter
Most capable cameras
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New action button not essential
Battery demands
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Pocket-lint
Best smartphone overall
Beautiful, premium build
Performance is really smooth and fast
Excellent camera system with excellent 5x zoom
Action Button is very useful
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Pricey
Camera can be a little overcomplicated
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Tom's Guide
The best phone overall
Light and strong titanium frame
5x zoom power
Action button customization
Amazing performance
Lengthy battery life
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Price increase over iPhone 14 Pro Max
Slow charging speeds
Action button could be more
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Digital Trends
The best iPhone
Titanium design is a huge upgrade
The Action button is excellent
Outstanding camera system
Virtually perfect display
Blazing-fast performance
iOS 17 is great (especially StandBy)
USB-C port is convenient
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Slow USB-C charging speeds
Only one way to use the Action button
Disappointing battery life
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We ranked Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra #2 in March 2024 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra as #1.
T3
The best last-gen flagship Android
Seriously powerful hardware experience
Versatile camera system, including zoom
S Pen stylus comes in a handy slot
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S Pen stylus won't be for all
The newer S24 Ultra is even better!
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Pocket-lint
Best camera phone
Stunning large display
Great design with IP68 water/dust resistant
Really versatile camera system
S Pen included
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It's expensive
Lots of software bloat
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Tom's Guide
The best Samsung phone you can buy right now
Powerful 200MP camera
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip beats iPhone on graphics
Excellent battery life
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Very expensive
Curved screen can make typing difficult
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Creative Bloq
The new gold standard for Android camera phones.
Stunning shots in all conditions
Very good low-light performance
Gorgeous display
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100x zoom is mostly a gimmick
Inevitably expensive
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Laptop Mag
The best Android flagship phone
Qualcomm's 8 Gen 2 chip is a game-changer
Excellent battery life
Impressive 200MP camera
Bright, vivid display
Seamless ecosystem between smartphone and Samsung PC
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Minimal design changes
Starts at $1,199
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend smartphones.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of smartphones, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for March 2024 ranking
We ranked iPhone 15 #3 in March 2024 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked iPhone 15 as #1.
TechRadar
The best phone for most people
Dynamic Island retires the notch
Smooth design and soft-feel, color-infused rear glass
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No zoom lens
No macro capabilities
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Tom's Guide
The best bang/buck ratio in Apple phones
Impressive battery life
Good main camera with 2x zoom
A16 Bionic is still strong
Refreshed design
Improved display brightness
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Charging remains slow
Still stuck with 60Hz display
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IGN
Best iPhone
Plenty of software improvements
Solid and stylish build
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Underwhelming battery life
No true optical zoom
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Digital Trends
The best iPhone runner-up
Big camera upgrade
USB-C
Matte glass feels incredible
Dynamic Island
Curved edges are more comfortable
Reverse wired charging
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60Hz refresh rate display
Most color options are too light
Can get warm when running intensive apps
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We ranked OnePlus 11 #4 in March 2024 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
TechRadar
The best camera phone
5x camera zoom crushes it
New useful S Pen features
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‘Ultra’ expensive
Slower charging
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T3
A great Android phone without a massive price
6.7-inch QHD+, 120Hz display
Powerful efficient performance
Seriously fast charging
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Other phones have a better battery life
Weak zoom on the camera
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Pocket-lint
Best value flagship phone
Stunning QHD display with fast refresh rates
Bloat-free software with lots of customisation
Fast performance
Really quick battery refills
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No wireless charging
Water proofing and durability not the greatest
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Tom's Guide
The most affordable Android flagship
Insanely good battery life
Killer starting price
Improved battery life
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No wireless charging
Telephoto lens only supports 2x zoom
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Laptop Mag
Best affordable flagship phone
Improved camera performance
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset
Vibrant 120Hz adaptive display
Class-leading battery life and fast charging
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Lacks water resistance
Cameras still don't match top flagships
No wireless charging
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We ranked Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra #5 in March 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra as #1.
TechRadar
The best overall phone
Incredible performance and features
Better cameras than ever before
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AI features can be useless at worst
Big, heavy, and more expensive
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T3
The best flagship Android phone right now
Seriously powerful hardware experience
Versatile camera system, including zoom
S Pen stylus comes in a handy slot
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S Pen stylus won't be for all
Charging could be faster
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We ranked Google Pixel 7a #6 in March 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Google Pixel 7a as #1.
Tom's Guide
The best phone value right now
Faster refresh rate on bright display
Excellent Tensor G2-powered features
Main camera offers more megapixels than before
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Colors in photos skew toward darker tones
Phone gets warm when playing demanding games
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Laptop Mag
Best phone smartphone for most people
$499 price point
Bright, vivid 90Hz display
Excellent photos
Exclusive Pixel features
Solid support
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Mediocre speakers
Performance can’t match flagships
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We ranked Google Pixel 8 Pro #7 in March 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
TechRadar
The best Pixel phone
Great materials and matte finish
Call screening is natural and very useful
Incredible seven years of updates
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Android settings and features are confusing
AI features feel creepy and impersonal
Cameras don’t beat the iPhone 15 Pro
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Pocket-lint
Best Android phone
AI-powered photo and video edits are unreal
Great software experience
Fantastic camera system
7-year commitment to software updates
Wonderful display
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Android 14 doesn't change much
Battery life is nothing special
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Tom's Guide
The best AI camera phone
Pro camera features
7 years of software updates
Brighter display
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Costs more than predecessor
Performance lags rival phones
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Digital Trends
The best Android phone runner-up
Google's best phone design yet
Lovely, vibrant display
Phenomenal cameras
Unbelievable photo-editing tools
Face Unlock is magical
Tensor G3 is a big improvement
Seven years of updates!
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The temperature sensor
Mediocre battery life
Slow charging speeds
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We ranked Google Pixel 8 #8 in March 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Google Pixel 8 as #1.
Tom's Guide
Best compact Android phone
More compact design
Brighter display
Excellent AI, particularly for photo processing
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$100 more expensive than Pixel 7
Tensor's not a speedy chipset
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IGN
Best Smartphone
Wonderfully responsive screen
Seven years of updates and OS support
Impressive camera
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RAM upgrade reserved for Pro model
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Digital Trends
The best phone value runner-up
Great main camera
Amazing AI photo editing tools
Two-day battery life
Slick, fast Android 14
Tensor G3 is cool and efficient
Seven years software support
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Wide-angle camera disappoints
Average charge speed
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We ranked Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 #9 in March 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
Pocket-lint
Best folding phone
Gorgeous, cute design
Durable and water-resistant build
Larger outer display makes it cover screen much more useful
Wireless charging
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Questions remain over flexible display longevity
No optical zoom lens
Could charge faster
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Digital Trends
Best flip phone
No more gap when folded shut
Extremely well-built
Hinge feels outstanding
Much more useful cover screen
Fantastic performance
Good and dependable cameras
5 years of updates
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The crease is still there
Mediocre battery life
Cover screen requires lots of tweaking
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We ranked iPhone 15 Pro #10 in March 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best iPhone features in the smallest-possible package
New titanium body
Blazing-fast performance
Action button is more useful than old mute switch
Strong photography
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Only 20W charging
3x telephoto doesn't match 5x on Pro Max
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Creative Bloq
The best iPhone camera available.
Fantastic processing
Great macro photography mode inherited from the iPhone Pro 13
Resolution upgrade on main camera
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One of the most expensive camera phones
Underwhelming selfie mode
No major design changes from the 13
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We ranked iPhone SE #11 in March 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
Laptop Mag
Best budget iOS smartphone
Performance beast
Portable, compact form factor
Satisfying Touch ID
Decent price
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Obsolete design
No Night mode
Middling battery life
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Digital Trends
The best small iPhone
Compact and light
Very powerful
Touch ID works really well
Wireless charging
IP67 water resistance
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Poor battery life
60Hz screen
64GB won't be enough
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We ranked iPhone 15 Plus #12 in March 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
Pocket-lint
Best everyday phone
Super battery life
Fast, smooth and reliable performance
Great choice of pastel colours
Strong camera performance
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Only 60Hz display
No always-on display
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Tom's Guide
Apple's cheapest big-screen iPhone
Stunning battery life
Upgraded main camera with 2x zoom
Fresh new design
Good computing performance
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Slow to charge
No 120Hz screen
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Digital Trends
The best big iPhone
Ergonomic design
Big, bright, colorful screen
Inspiring camera
Two-day battery life
USB C and MagSafe for charging
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60Hz refresh rate screen
No always-on display
Not the latest processor
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We ranked Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 #13 in March 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
Digital Trends
Best Foldable Phone
Thinner and lighter than ever
Silent, high-quality hinge
Strong multitasking tools
Fun, social media-friendly camera
Inner screen is perfect for games and video
IPX8 and durable chassis
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Battery life hasn't dramatically improved
Slow charging
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We ranked Google Pixel 7 Pro #14 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
T3
The best phone for most people
Great camera experience
Bold and distinctive design
Savvily priced
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Not the fastest charging tech
Aluminium finish scuffs too easily
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Creative Bloq
The best camera phone for chances of a great deal
Useful camera software tools
Top camera hardware
Good deals available
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Battery life isn't impressive
The ultrawide lens is fixed focus
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We ranked Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus #15 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
Digital Trends
The best big Android phone
The flat sides are wonderful
New QHD+ screen looks fantastic
Runs fast and cool
One UI 6.1 is really nice
Seven years of updates
Phenomenal battery life
It's a surprisingly good value
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Camera struggles with moving objects
Galaxy AI features are hit-or-miss
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We ranked OnePlus 10 Pro #16 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
Creative Bloq
One of the best camera phones for looks
Stylish design
Impressive cameras
More affordable than other flagships
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Can get hot
No official water resistance
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We ranked Nothing Phone (2) #17 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
T3
The best affordable yet powerful Android phone
Refined & lightweight design with unique aesthetic
Strong performance & battery life
Glyph lights are fun
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Glyph lights won't be for everyone
Cameras won't outsmart Google Pixel
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We ranked Asus ROG Phone 7 #18 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
Pocket-lint
Best gaming phone
Fast, consistent performance for long periods
Big, bright and colourful display
The best smartphone speakers around
Long battery life
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Big and heavy device
Expensive
Second and third cameras aren't great
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We ranked Oppo Find X5 Pro #19 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
T3
The best Android phone design
Stunning QHD+ screen with 120Hz refresh
Long-lasting battery and fast-charging
Impressive camera system
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No MicroSD card slot or headphone jack
Expensive
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Creative Bloq
A sleek camera phone with Hasselblad filters
Elegant design
Hasselblad colour enhancements
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Poor zoom
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We ranked Samsung Galaxy A54 #20 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
Tom's Guide
The best value for a Samsung phone
Improved 50MP main camera
Fun colors
Bright, colorful display
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No wireless charging
Only modest performance gains from predecessor
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Digital Trends
The best cheap phone runner-up
Eye-catching colors
It looks like the Galaxy S23
Colorful screen
Speakers sound good
Long software commitment
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Battery doesn't last two days
No wireless charging
Camera lacks realism
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We ranked Samsung Galaxy S23 #21 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
T3
The best small-scale Android flagship phone
Stunning AMOLED display
Great camera features
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Not that different to the S22
S23 Plus and S23 Ultra exist
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Tom's Guide
The Samsung phone most of us will buy
Bright display
Excellent performance powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Longer battery life than before
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Disappointing front camera
Wired charging stuck at 25W
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We ranked OnePlus Open #22 in March 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smartphones” rankings.
TechRadar
The best tablet foldable phone
+Bigger displays inside and out
+Design looks and feels more ‘normal’ that other foldables
+Best cameras on any foldable phone
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-Not as feature-packed as the Galaxy Z Fold 5
-Whoa, that’s a big camera bump
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Tom's Guide
The best foldable phone overall
Outstanding thin and light design
Dynamic Open Canvas multitasking
Long battery life paired with fast charging
Generous 512GB storage
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Weak low light camera performance
No wireless charging
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