5G is still in its infancy in the US, but low-, mid-, and high-band networks are available from all major carriers. It's not the only reason to consider our top picks, but 5G support is one reason to buy a phone and be confident keeping it for two or three years.

5G deployment continues to expand across the US. And with the coronavirus pandemic leaving many of us still stuck in homes sharing limited Wi-Fi bandwidth, fast wireless technology is ever more critical. The top picks in our list all support 5G technology and Apple is the last one to this party.

We have seen new phones from Google, Samsung, OnePlus, and LG in 2020 with Apple still left to announce the next version of its iPhone. Apple may not support 5G in 2020, giving Android smartphones the leg up on the benefits of 5G. Stunning cameras are also a primary feature in today's flagship smartphones, and any of the 10 best can help you capture amazing still and video content.

It's easy to find a great phone these days, phones are so good you really don't need to be replacing them on an annual basis, but carrier and manufacturer upgrade programs make this fairly painless. With smartphones today serving as critical tools for conducting business, a monthly lease or payment option is a justifiable expense.

Source: https://www.zdnet.com/article/10-best-smartphones/

1 SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE 20/ NOTE 20 ULTRA 5G

Samsung recently announced the Galaxy Note 20 series and they will soon be arriving into the hands of business customers everywhere.           

The Note 20 devices bring everything we saw on the S20 series with some improvements in the cameras. Of course, the S Pen is a staple of the Note series and with the Note 20 we see more Air Actions that are actually proving to be quite useful and reliable this year.

Samsung's two Note 20 series devices are powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus, unique AMOLED 6.7- and 6.9-inch 120Hz refresh rate displays that automatically adjust for the content being displays, 8GB and 12GB RAM, 128GB with a 512GB storage option for the Ultra with a microSD for even more capacity, three rear cameras, IP68 rating, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5. Battery capacity is 4,300 and 4,500 mAh.

2 Samsung Galaxy S20/S20 Plus/S20 Ultra

Samsung announced the Galaxy S20 series a month ago and phones are now available for consumers. After spending a few months with the S20 Ultra 5G, it is clear the phone is built for business and continues to be an excellent choice.            

The focus on the S20 line this year is universal 5G and improved camera experiences. There are some focus issues Samsung is currently dealing with on the S20 Ultra and while you may not want to pay $1,400+ for that phone right now, the S20 Plus may be more appropriate.

Samsung's S20 series phones are powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, AMOLED 120Hz refresh rate displays ranging from 6.2 to 6.9 inches, 12GB RAM (with 16GB option), 128GB to 512GB storage options with a microSD for even more capacity, three rear cameras (the Ultra has unique camera specifications), IP68 rating, WiFi 6, and Bluetooth 5. Battery capacity ranges from 4,000 to 5,000mAh. The S20 does not support high band (mmWave) faster 5G networks so make sure you pick the device that will fit your network needs.

3. LG V60 ThinQ 5G

The LG V60 ThinQ 5G is available from T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon. It's only available in the US from one of these wireless carriers, but it may appear as an unlocked model on Amazon in the future.

This latest LG V series device continues to focus on video creation with a triple rear camera system, 8K video recording, four microphones, ASMR and Voice Bokeh audio technology, and advanced camera software. It's also powered by a massive 5,000 mAh battery with a 1080p display so it is sure to help you capture hours of video content.

The LG V60 ThinQ 5G is composed of two pieces of Gorilla Glass 5 with a metal frame and is certified for shock resistance to MIL-STD 810G. LG's new phone has a 6.8-inch OLED panel, Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage with a microSD card, and 5G. A Dual Screen cover is included for the $900 price and gives you a large platform for serious productivity.

Along with 5G and a focus on video capture, the LG V60 continues LG's tradition of audio excellence with a 3.5mm audio port with quad DAC support and stereo speakers. It sounds great through the speakers, but the wired headphone experience is even better. It's one of the last phones remaining with a 3.5mm audio port so audiophiles are sure to be pleased.

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4. OnePlus 8/8 Pro

OnePlus rolled out its new 2020 phones with the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro, both compatible with 5G networks. T-Mobile carries the OnePlus 8 while Verizon has a unique version with 5G mmWave support.

This latest OnePlus flagship offers extremely responsive performance with its 90Hz and 120Hz displays, fast UFS 3.0 internal storage, generous RAM, and the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor.

The phones are lovely with Interstellar Glow, Glacial Green, and other color options available. There are is a couple of different RAM and internal storage options for each phone. With the size and battery capacity differences between the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro, we also find some differences in cameras, display refresh rate, and wireless charging functionality.

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Thought all those xiaomi guys said xiaomi mi 10 ultra is the best phone of all time

Since this list is about global release and this is an American market no wonder Huawei and Xiaomi didn't make the list tho as they're restricted to the Chinese market.

Jafar1:
Thought all those xiaomi guys said xiaomi mi 10 ultra is the best phone of all time

Goan sit down...


I have a Redmi Note 9(4/128GB) phone for you to enjoy...its free

You can't beat us so join us.

luminouz:


Goan sit down...


I have a Redmi Note 9(4/128GB) phone for you to enjoy...its free

You can't beat us so join us.

Waybill it to me then, so I can sell it and buy better phone...

Jafar1:


Waybill it to me then....

See ur life,longthroat...


Shows the kind of phone u dey use. You hate xiaomi yet wants its free product abi?

luminouz:


See ur life,longthroat...


Shows the kind of phone u dey use. You hate xiaomi yet wants its free product abi?

Even if u give me free itel I will collect..... But I cant buy it with my hard earned money...

Jafar1:


Even if u give me free itel I will collect..... But I cant buy it with my hard earned money...

FREEBIE KEE U DIA!!!


See his head

Okay

5G phones everywhere...... Your 4G phones are becoming obsolete

good day guy,
I got a new Samsung galaxy A51 and it's my first time with Samsung, kindly suggest apps that will make the usage great..
Any suggestions will be helpful.
Thanks.

No lies, Samsung is the king of smartphones.

I don't know why no one has asked how much is Samsung note 20 ultra in Nigeria here?

nicelaw:
good day guy,
I got a new Samsung galaxy A51 and it's my first time with Samsung, kindly suggest apps that will make the usage great..
Any suggestions will be helpful.
Thanks.

I've been using the phone for 7+ months now and you can download any app you like, really.

The camera is great on its own, but if you want a better camera experience, get the GCam app.

Also, I stumbled on a Youtube video [I can't find it right now, just check "Samsung A51 tips and tricks" on Youtube] that even made my phone experience even seamless, especially if you play PUBG or CoD mobile.

Then if you have Samsung wearables, like the Galaxy watch or Buds plus, then you'll need to download the Galaxy Wearable app, if it's not on your phone yet.

Enjoy your phone, man

All these are premium devices o. Not everyone can afford this.

HRSupport:


I've been using the phone for 7+ months now and you can download any app you like, really.

The camera is great on its own, but if you want a better camera experience, get the GCam app.

Also, I stumbled on a Youtube video [I can't find it right now, just check "Samsung A51 tips and tricks" on Youtube] that even made my phone experience even seamless, especially if you play PUBG or CoD mobile.

Then if you have Samsung wearables, like the Galaxy watch or Buds plus, then you'll need to download the Galaxy Wearable app, if it's not on your phone yet.

Enjoy your phone, man

Thanks a big deal

Hello everyone, I intend to acquire Samsung Galaxy Fold 3 and would like to know how effective and good the functionality is. Will it be a good buy?. Your reviews will help. Thank you

d phone is scary to me i cant risk that for now

DonMecasino:
Hello everyone, I intend to acquire Samsung Galaxy Fold 3 and would like to know how effective and good the functionality is. Will it be a good buy?. Your reviews will help. Thank you