The best Android phones sport ever-smaller bezels and debut startling new design quirks. With more fantastic Android smartphones coming out every few months, it’s tough to pick the best one to suit your needs, but we’ve had lots of hands-on time to list the best that stand out from the rest.<\/p>\n
For now, Samsung is still holding strong thanks to its talent for blending features, high specs, and exciting design alongside some stunning cameras – all exhibited in its reigning S10 line. We fully expect to see even stronger contenders from the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S11 lineup<\/a>, which is set to launch in February 2020.<\/p>\n But given the advancements coming from competing Google Pixel phones, as well as Huawei’s top-tier specs nipping at Samsung’s heels, the roster of best Android smartphones will continue to debut exciting – and competitive – handsets. The OnePlus 7 Pro is a scrappy and less costly contender, but it’s tough to argue against the versatility of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus. <\/p>\n If you’re shopping for a new Android smartphone, be sure to check each of these handsets out, as you’ll see some you might not have been aware of or taken seriously – but we can assure you they’re all top quality picks.<\/p>\n You can also compare the list to our best phones<\/a> and best unlocked phones<\/a> to see how Android and iOS devices stack up. And, if you need mobile service to go with your phone, we can help you find the best unlimited data plan<\/a>.<\/p>\n Without further ado, let’s take a look at the best Android phones on the market right now.<\/p>\n While the Samsung Galaxy S series has only made incremental improvements in recent years, the Galaxy S10 Plus makes a bit more of a substantial leap ahead with new features and an even sleeker look. While the other models in the series have their advantages, the S10 Plus is simply the best of the best – top specs, an expanded camera suite and some shiny new tricks.<\/p>\n The Snapdragon 855 at the phone’s core competes with the Apple A12 for the fastest chip you can get in phones, and the 8GB RAM makes browsing and gaming speedy. The baseline 128GB of storage is great, but you can also pick up the phone with 512GB – or even 1TB, if you pay for the premium ceramic-backed version (which boosts the RAM to 12GB). If that’s not enough, storage can be boosted by 512GB via microSD, bumping potential storage to 1.5TB…whoever should need it.<\/p>\n The phone has few drawbacks, with a huge 6.4-inch screen in the smallest frame we’ve seen thanks to a 93% screen-to-body ratio. The in-screen fingerprint sensor is cool, the ability to wirelessly charge other devices using the new Wireless PowerShare feature is even cooler, and we just love the clean look of the phone. Aces all around…if you’re willing to pay the (very) high price.<\/p>\n Read the full review: <\/strong>Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus<\/a><\/p>\n Note: why is the Galaxy S10 Plus higher-ranked than the regular Galaxy S10? Two words: bigger battery. If you want a somewhat smaller version of the same phone, scroll down.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Samsung Galaxy S10e is essentially the iPhone XR for Android: flagship specs at a lower price, with a few features shaved off to cut costs. And yet, the S10e is less of a compromise. It retains an AMOLED display (the XR’s is LCD), starts at 6GB of RAM and packs a second ultrawide rear camera to the XR’s single wide lens.<\/p>\n There are several things the S10e lacks compared to its pricier siblings, but nothing you’ll terribly miss: its side-mounted sensor is still more reliable than the in-screen fingerprint sensor on the S10 and S10 Plus. The 2x telephoto lens on its bigger siblings isn’t as useful as the ultrawide sensor it keeps. <\/p>\n But most importantly, it’s a cheaper, smaller phone in a sea of Android phones that are getting larger and pricier. The S10e is a more distinct alternative to the S10 Plus than the standard S10, which ends up being a middle child that doesn’t quite earn its price hike from its budget flagship sibling. <\/p>\n Read the full review:<\/strong> Samsung Galaxy S10e<\/a><\/p>\n\n