Best smartphone of 2022 In this collection, you will find the best phones of 2022. Flagship models that offer cutting edge solutions.
What features should the best phone of 2022 have?
Let's start by looking at what the best phones of 2022 have.
6.5 inch 120Hz screen? Huge displays with elongated
proportions and thin bezels are no longer surprising. A few years ago, 7-inch
smartphones were laughed at. Now they have become commonplace. Almost all new
flagships are very large, have 6 or even 6.5 inch screens. HDR and AMOLED
matrices are already standard. Controversial nuances like the notches on the
display slowly fade away. They are replaced by retractable chambers or round
holes. A panel refresh rate of 90 or 120 Hz is a step in the right direction.
An important and useful trend is the use of displays with an increased refresh rate of 90 Hz or 120 Hz. This is a very important addition for users because it improves the smoothness of interaction with software and games, while reducing eye strain. More cameras Many people may get the impression that every year there are more and more cameras on flagships. In 2020, 4 or even 5 lenses no longer cause a sensation. One telephoto lens? Why not two? Of course, there are pluses in this, as well as in the enlarged approximation: 10, 50, 100x. Some models already use 100 megapixel sensors and instead of optical zoom they simply "crop", that is, they cut out smaller and smaller parts from the center of the frame. Add to this an ultra-wide-angle camera and a macro lens for close-up photography (2-4 cm from the lens).
Snapdragon 865 and Android 10
As far as Android smartphones
go, of course the most powerful processor here is the Snapdragon 865. Although
in the iPhone, Apple is likely to offer the latest Apple A14 at the end of
2020.
The flagship should also run on
Android 10 (or the latest iOS). 5G cellular communications are not yet the
standard, unlike Bluetooth 5.0, aptX HD, NFC and fast battery charging
(including induction).
We are all waiting for the best batteries
A big step forward would
definitely be beneficial in terms of improving battery autonomy. The latest and
greatest smartphones of 2020 mostly work away from the outlet - a day, maximum
two, with normal use. There has been no clear progress in this regard for many
years.
It should be admitted that
only more advanced charging technologies are being introduced so far, which
allow you to fully replenish the battery with energy even in half an hour.
Induction (wireless) chargers are also getting faster. However, this is not
enough. I think everyone will appreciate the flagship smartphone with 2 weeks
of battery life, right?
Best phones of
2020
If you don't know which phone
is better to buy? Here are the recommended models:
Galaxy S20 in almost everything, the best smartphone of early 2020, even among the flagship models. The only controversial element here is the appearance of the rear camera, but that's a matter of taste.
The device is very fast, the
performance is enough to run any game at the highest settings. It also features
a large AMOLED display with thin bezels and a 120Hz refresh rate. This provides
phenomenal smoothness in both the system and games. The cameras shoot 4K 60 fps
video in the front and 8K 24 fps in the back, while taking great photos. We
also get a good battery, fast induction charging and a lot of memory. In our
opinion, this is the best smartphone you can buy at the moment. Like Galaxy S20
52Don't like the Galaxy S20 60
Main characteristics
Operating system Android 10.
· Screen (diagonal) 6.2 inches.
· Display (resolution) 3200 x 1440 pixels.
· Processor (name) Samsung Exynos 990.
· 128 GB of internal storage.
· Camera (main) 12MP + 64MP + 12MP.
· 8 GB of RAM.
Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro - very good and cheaper than competitors
When Xiaomi launches a flagship smartphone, it tends to have the best combination of price, functionality and quality. Many people don't want to pay big bucks just for a brand.
Main characteristics
Operating system Android 10.
Screen (diagonal) 6.7 inches.
Display (resolution) 2340 ×
1080 pixels.
Processor (name) Qualcomm
Snapdragon 865.
256/512 GB of internal
memory.
Camera (main) 108-MP + 20-MP
+ 12-MP + 8-MP.
8/12 GB of RAM.
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro - still
a decent device
Why Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro and
not Mi 9? The reason is simple: Mi 9T Pro has a longer battery life, slimmer
bezels and a nicer-looking body. It works very quickly thanks to the use of an
ultra-efficient processor and a well-optimized system.
Depending on when you
read this rating, the Mi 9T Pro has either already received or will soon
receive an update to Android 10. The smartphone is equipped with a retractable
front camera, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, 3.5 mm headphone jack, dual SIM card tray.
and fast battery charging function. However, the case is not waterproof and
there is no room for a microSD card.
Main characteristics
Operating system Android
9.0.
Screen (diagonal) 6.4
inches.
Display (resolution)
2340 × 1080 pixels.
Processor (name)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855.
128 GB of internal
storage for data.
Camera (main) 48-MP +
8-MP + 13-MP.
6 GB of RAM.
Samsung Galaxy S10e - relatively small
Another smartphone that
has received our approval is the Samsung Galaxy S10e. This is the cheapest of
the three versions of last year's flagship S10, and in our opinion, the most
profitable. It has a smaller and more comfortable body.
The Galaxy S10e fits
very comfortably in the hand. Equipped with a superb Super AMOLED display with
HDR10 + (5.8 inches), no curling at the sides. The bezels are thin and the
front camera is housed in an inconspicuous hole in the display.
The phone supports a
modern wireless connection and can inductively (wirelessly) charge another
device. Cameras with 4K 60fps and 4K 30fps capabilities also make a positive
impression. It's still Samsung's most economical flagship.
Main characteristics
Operating system Android
9.0.
Screen (diagonal) 5.8
inches.
Display (resolution)
2280 × 1080 pixels.
Processor (name) Samsung
Exynos 9820.
128 GB of internal
storage. Camera (main) 12MP + 16MP.
6 GB of RAM.
OnePlus 7 Pro - speed leader
The display is smooth and the controls are comfortable. In our opinion, the OnePlus 7 Pro is faster than the Google Pixel smartphones, which is a significant achievement. This is mainly due to the perfect system optimization, efficient processor and up to 12 GB of RAM. The smartphone also got decent cameras and is pretty autonomous.
Main characteristics
Operating system Android
9.0.
Screen (diagonal) 6.7
inches.
Display (resolution)
3120 × 1440 pixels.
Processor (name)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855.
128/256 GB of internal
storage.
Camera (main) 48-MP +
16-MP + 8-MP.
6/8/12 GB of RAM.
Asus ZenFone 6 with flip up camera
When we tested the Asus
ZenFone 6, we found it impressive in three important respects.
First, it has a powerful
5000 mAh battery, so it lasts longer than most competitors. Secondly, its rear
camera flips over and also acts as a front camera. This allows you to capture
identical 4K 60 fps photos and videos from both sides. Thirdly, the new ZenFone
6 is very fast - in some cases even faster than the top Xiaomi devices, but not
at the level of the OnePlus 7 Pro. It is a pity that there is no AMOLED
display, only LCD.
Main characteristics
Operating system Android
9.0.
Screen (diagonal) 6.4
inches.
Display (resolution)
2340 × 1080 pixels.
Processor (name)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855.
128 GB of internal
storage. Camera (main) 48MP + 13MP.
6 GB of RAM.
Huawei P30 Pro - takes great photos
In our opinion, the
Huawei P30 Pro is the best phone for night photography. It is also worth
highlighting the benefits of the 5x optical zoom and optional ultra wide-angle
lens.
The P30 Pro works fast,
looks good, has a large battery and a great AMOLED display.
Main characteristics
Operating system Android
9.0.
Screen (diagonal) 6.5
inches.
Display (resolution)
2340 × 1080 pixels.
Processor (name)
HiSilicon Kirin 980.
128GB internal storage
for data.
Camera (main) TOF 3D +
40MP + 20MP + 8MP.
6 GB of RAM.
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 - a flagship with a useful stylus
The Galaxy Note 10 has
so many advantages that it's not clear where to start. In practice, it can be
considered the best smartphone of 2021-2022. This is a great gadget in every
way.
But in our opinion,
buying it is not profitable. That being said, it has an impressive display,
high performance, a useful stylus and plenty of memory. The device looks great,
is waterproof, has very good cameras and a modern wireless connection.
Nevertheless, it is very expensive when there are competitors
on the market that offer not much less for half the price.
Main characteristics
Operating system Android
9.0.
Screen (diagonal) 6.3
inches.
Display (resolution)
2280 × 1080 pixels.
256 GB of internal
storage.
Camera (main) 16-MP +
12-MP + 12-MP.
8 GB of RAM.
Apple iPhone 13 Pro - the choice of Apple Fans
We think that many will be outraged if not included in the rating of the best smartphones Apple iPhone. On basic version 11, you can't even watch Full HD movies in full resolution. On the other hand, the Max is too big and heavy. That's why we chose the iPhone 13 Pro.
I don't like its looks, but I have to honestly admit that the
Apple smartphone is very fast and smooth when the performance is impressive.
The device is ideal for playing games or watching movies. We are also offered
good 4K 60fps photos and videos, from either front or rear cameras. The phone
received a very good AMOLED display and a compact waterproof body.
Main characteristics
Operating system IOS 13.
Screen (diagonal) 5.8
inches.
Display (resolution)
2436 × 1125 pixels.
Processor (name) Apple
A13.
64 GB of internal
storage.
Camera (main) 12MP +
12MP + 12MP.
6 GB of RAM.
Xiaomi Mi Note 10 is a budget flagship with good cameras
Xiaomi Mi Note 10 and Mi
Note 10 Pro are smartphones that we recommend for their functionality and
quality. Both versions differ only in memory, 6/128 GB versus 8/256 GB.
Otherwise, everything is the same.
In practice, both
devices are very fast, have powerful 5260mAh batteries, large AMOLED displays
ideal for movies or games, and a good camera system. Among them are two
telephoto lenses, a macro camera, an ultra wide-angle lens and a 108-MP main
lens.
The flagships also
feature NFC, a dual SIM tray and a 3.5mm headphone jack. These near-perfect
devices cost half the price of the competition.
Main characteristics
Operating system Android
9.0.
Screen (diagonal) 6.5
inches.
Display (resolution)
2340 × 1080 pixels.
Processor (name)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G.
128 GB of memory for
data.
Camera (main) 108-MP +
20-MP + 12-MP + 5-MP + 2-MP.
6 GB of RAM.
Which smartphone to buy in 2022?
In our opinion, the best early 2022 device is the
Samsung Galaxy S20 if your budget allows. Even in the basic version, this is a
phenomenal smartphone. Very fast, modern, efficient, with an impressive 120Hz
display. If you want a cheaper flagship, take the Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro, you won't
regret it.
