Good 5G phones are available in all price ranges now because of technological innovations. Does that mean that now is the time to buy a 5G-ready device? Well, you may not have much choice as a majority of phones available at different prices include 5G capability. Here's a look at some of the best 5G phones right now.
1. iPhone 13 Pro Max
After its predecessor, the iPhone 12 Pro Max, the iPhone 13 Pro Max is the best 5G phone pick. As good as that earlier model was, the iPhone 13 Pro Max is an improved version in every significant way, including features that are crucial to 5G.
- Like the 12, the iPhone 13 Pro Max provides extensive 5G support. It's got a bigger battery, so it lasts longer on a charge, over 12 hours, which makes it one of the longest-lasting phones presently on the market.
- The battery life is great even though iPhone 13 Pro Max carries a dynamically adjusting display, which has been demonstrated as a power drain on other devices.
2. Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
The lineup of the Samsung Galaxy S21 is the first to include Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 888 system-on-chip in America.
- All three new phones — the Galaxy S21/ S21 Plus/ S21 Ultra — support every 5G network available in the United States.
- The Galaxy S21 Ultra is $200 cheaper than last year's comparable S20 model. However, it also lasts a long time on a charge.
3. Google Pixel 5a
The price of 5G phones may have fallen, so cheaper options than the $449 Pixel 5a will be available. However, you won't find many choices that are capable of mobile photography as well as Google's new mid-range phone.
- The Pixel 5a features two rear cameras — a 12.2MP main shooter and a 16MP ultrawide lens.
- The new phone's got extra flexibility, and when merged with Google's computational photography strengths, you certainly get some great photos from this sub-$500 phone.
4. iPhone 13 mini
Several top 5G phones tend to be oversized. However, the iPhone 13 mini is available in a handheld size with a weight of fewer than 5 ounces.
- It's capable of working with bands on all the big carriers.
- Compared to the iPhone 12 mini, the iPhone 13 mini lasts longer on a charge. It also boasts of Apple's powerful A15 Bionic chipset.
