Considering a new phone? There are so many choices that it can be overwhelming. The truth is there is no single answer because it depends on your personal preferences. Your phone should complement your lifestyle, which is the whole point of having a smartphone. You want your technology to contour to your needs and make your life easier. So take a look at all of the new smartphones and find what’s best for you before you run over to the store!
iPhone 8 Plus
Weight: 202g
Dimensions: 158.4 x 78.1 x 7.5mm
Operating System: iOS12
Screen Size: 5.5 inches
Resolution: 1080 x 1920 pixels
CPU: Apple A11 Bionic
RAM: 3GB
Storage Range: 64 – 256 GB
Battery: 2691 mAh
Camera: 7 MP f/2.2
Pros: Great overall phone and the sales price will decrease with the introduction of the newer models.
Cons: New iPhone is coming out, so future operating systems won’t work as well and specifications will continue to improve for future models.
iPhone X Plus
Weight: 177g
Dimensions: 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7mm
Operating System: iOS12
Screen Size: 5.8 inches
Resolution: 1125 x 2436 pixels
CPU: Apple A12 Bionic
RAM: 4GB
Storage Range: 64 – 512GB
Battery: 2658 mAh
Camera: 7 MP f/2.2
Pros: The newest iPhone with all of the newest perks. Will work great with all new iOS updates.
Cons: Pretty expensive, but if you don’t mind spending the money, you’ll be happy with your purchase.
Moto G5 Plus
Weight: 155g
Dimensions: 150.2 x 74 x 7.7mm
Operating System: Android 7.0
Screen Size: 5.2 inches
Resolution: 1080 x 1920 pixels
CPU: Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortez-A53
RAM: 3GB
Storage Range: 32GB – 256Gb
Battery: 3000 mAh
Camera: 12 MP
Pros: Good design and nice camera
Cons: Buy a speaker.
Samsung Galaxy S9
Weight: 163g
Dimensions: 147.7 x 68.7 x 8.5mm
Operating System: Android 8.0
Screen Size: 5.8 inches
Resolution: 1440 x 2960 pixels
CPU: Exynos 9810 Octa
RAM: 4GB
Storage Range: 64GB
Battery: 3000mAh
Camera: 8 MP f/1.7
Pros: The screen is really nice with highly clear resolution. The stylus has also improved and is becoming one of the premier new features.
Cons: Software and AI assistant is still new and needs work. The battery is decent, but lighter than competing android phones.
Motorola Moto Z2 Force
Weight: 143g
Dimensions: 155.8 x 76 x 6.1mm
Operating System: Android 7.1
Screen Size: 5.5 inches
Resolution: 1440 x 2560 pixels
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
RAM: 4 – 6GB
Storage Range: 64 – 280GB
Battery: 2730mAh
Camera: 12 MP f/2.0
Pros: The exterior design is durable and built to last. Your tech is secure with this.
Cons: The battery is pretty weak.
Huawei P20 Pro
Weight: 180g
Dimensions: 155 x 73.9 x 7.8mm
Operating System: Android 8.1
Screen Size: 6.1 inches
Resolution: 1080 x 2244 pixels
CPU: Kirin 970
RAM: 6GB
Storage Range: 128GB
Battery: 4000mAh
Camera: 24MP f/2.0
Pros: One of the best batteries among new smartphones, and the best camera among android phones. The design is sleek and the phone is great for active people.
Cons: The phone can be slow at times and isn’t the best for multitasking.
Google Pixel 2 XL
Weight: 175g
Dimensions: 157.9 x 76.7 x 7.9mm
Operating System: Android 8
Screen Size: 6.0 inches
Resolution: 1440 x 2880 pixels
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
RAM: 4GB
Storage Range: 64 – 128GB
Battery: 3520mAh
Camera: 8 MP f/2.4
Pros: Probably Google’s best phone with an awesome camera. The phone is very fast with great multitasking capabilities.
Cons: The exterior is awkward and probably prone to breaking easily. Get an otterbox or lifeproof case if you’re going with this one.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
Weight: 201g
Dimensions: 161.9 x 76.4 x 8.8mm
Operating System: Android 8.1
Screen Size: 6.4 inches
Resolution: 1440 x 2960 pixels
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
RAM: 6GB
Storage Range: 128GB
Battery: 4000mAh
Camera: 8 MP f/1.7
Pros: Great screens and fast processor.
Cons: Not a huge lift from the Note 8.
LG G7 THINQ
Weight: 162g
Dimensions: 153.2 x 71.9 x 7.9mm
Operating System: Android 8.1
Screen Size: 6.1 inches
Resolution: 1440 x 3120 pixels
CPU: SDM845 (2.65GHz Octa-Core)
RAM: 4GB
Storage Range: 64GB
Battery: 3000mAh
Camera: 8 MP FF
Pros: Strong speakers and great multitasking.
Cons: Battery is mediocre.
HTC U12
Weight: 188g
Dimensions: 156.6 x 73.9 x 8.7mm
Operating System: Android 8.1
Screen Size: 6 inches
Resolution: 1440 x 2880 pixels
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
RAM: 6GB
Storage Range: 64GB (expandable)
Battery: 3500mAh
Camera: 8MP + 8MP
Pros: It’s a fun, sleek phone which is technologically sound. The glass is pretty fancy
Cons: HTC only and the battery can be better.
Nokia 6.1
Weight: 172g
Dimensions: 148.8 x 75.8 x 8.6mm
Operating System: Android 8.1
Screen Size: 5.5 inches
Resolution: 1080 x 1920 pixels
CPU: 2.2GHz Octa-Core
RAM: 3GB
Storage Range: 32-128GB
Battery: 3000 mAh
Camera: 16MP
Pros: Great screen and solid UI
Cons: Average for audio and battery is limited.
