If you’re looking for a sign from the universe that will push you to buy that smartphone you’ve been eyeing, this is it.
We know it’s been a rough year for everyone. And we won’t judge you whether you’ll spend your money on a gadget that will replace your old one or just splurge it for the sake of spending. Promise, no judgment here!
In fact, we’ll even help you weed out your options to save you the hassle of researching and getting frantic with worry. We teamed up with the gadget heads of Auditech to whip up an ultimate buyer’s guide to the best smartphones of the year.
Your preferred phone may not make the cut here, but we’re sure that everything that you’ll see here is just some of the best. We also included the pros and cons of our top 3 to give you a clearer picture, and ultimately help you in your decision.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
Setting the bar high with our first on the list! Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is a beast flagship phone of Samsung that won’t fail to exceed your expectations.
Key Specs:
Dimensions: 167 x 76 x 8.8 mm (6.57 x 2.99 x 0.35 in)
Weight: 221 g (7.80 oz)
Screen: 6.9-inch, HDR10+, 120Hz,1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio
CPU: Exynos 990 / Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865
GPU: Adreno 650
RAM: 12GB/16GB
Storage: 128GB/512GB
Rear cameras: 108MP, 48MP, 12MP, ToF
Front cameras: 40MP, PDAF
Battery: 5,000mAh
OS: Android 10.0, One UI 2.0
5G: Yes
Why buy this:
Its wide buttery screen is impressive! But we’re barely scratching the surface. If you dig deeper inside, you’ll see that it’s supported by a powerful system and beast-like 5000 mAh battery stack that sets itself apart from other top-rated Android phones.
If you want to venture into mobile photography, it’s quadruple camera system is on top of the game!
Why avoid this:
This overwhelmingly good smartphone comes with a hefty price tag. No surprise there. So if you’re tight on budget, this might be out of your league.
Apple iPhone 12
Whether iPhone fanatics out there will agree or not, iPhone 12 is the most ideal Apple smartphone. It boasts high-quality camera, eye-candy display, and 5G connection that make it the best bang for the buck.
Key Specs:
Dimensions: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.29 in)
Weight: 164 g
Display: 6.1 inches, 2532 x 1170 pixels, Super Retina OLED, 19.5: 9 aspect ratio
CPU: A14 Bionic
GPU: Apple GPU
RAM: 4 GB
Storage: 64/128/256 GB
Rear Camera: 12 MP, f/1.6(wide) and 12 MP, f/2.4(ultrawide)
Front Camera: 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide)
Battery: 3046 mAh
OS: iOS 14
5G: Yes
Why buy this:
With sleeker design and reinforced tech, iPhone 12 is surprisingly smaller and lighter than its predecessor, iPhone 11.
Why avoid this:
Unfortunately, iPhone 12 won’t keep up with you for a much longer time because of its shorter battery life. But all-in-all, it’s still worth the price tag!
Sony Xperia 1 II
Sony Xperia 1 II is one of the most underrated smartphones of 2020. It’s impressive in a lot of ways and boasts good and decent specs that go unnoticed by many.
Key Specs:
Dimensions: 165.1 x 71.1 x 7.6 mm
Weight: 181.4 g
Screen: 6.5 inches, 1644 x 3840 pixels, 21:9 ratio
CPU: Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 (7 nm+)
GPU: Adreno 650
RAM: 8GB RAM/ 12GB RAM
Storage: 256GB
Rear Camera: 12 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 12 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 12 MP, f/2.2, 124˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 0.3 MP, TOF 3D, (depth)
Front Camera: 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide)
Battery: 4000 mAh
OS: Android 10
Why buy this:
Sony Xperia 1 II nails most of the items in our checklist. A decent battery, top-notch system, and sweet display, it proves to be one of the best day-to-day smartphones in the market right now. It can support most of your digital errands like checking your emails, social media pages, watching Netflix and online shopping.
Why avoid this:
We can honestly say that we’re not a fan of its boxy design! Also, if you’re an avid gamer, this phone is not for you.
And it’s a wrap!
That’s our expert take on three of the best smartphones 2020 has to offer. If you found your preference on this list, we hope that we were able to lay out their pros and cons for you.
If you’re ready to buy that phone, don’t be shy to give our friends at Auditech a call. They offer a wide range of options and can give you sweet deals! So shop around!