With such a wide variety of Samsung models on the market, it can be difficult to know which one would be the best pick for you. But this flagship brand has been breaking boundaries since the beginning, so regardless of what you’re looking for in a phone, you can rest assured that Samsung has something for everybody.
Best overall | Largest screen | Smallest screen | Most budget-friendly | Fast model | Noteworthy mentions
Best overall - Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G
One of the newest smartphones available right now, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (with 5G) is our top pick from this Android manufacturer. With a huge screen, powerful cameras, long battery life, and massive storage options, what’s not to love about the S21 Ultra?
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Price |
From £1,329 |
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Size |
6.8 inch screen 75.6 x 165.1 x 8.9mm |
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Cameras |
Rear 108MP Wide 12MP Ultra Wide 10MP Telephoto (3x) 10MP Telephoto (10x) Front 40MP 8K video |
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Battery |
5,000mAh |
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Storage |
128GB, 256GB, or 512GB |
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Processor |
CPU speed Octa-core |
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5G Compatibility |
Yes |
The S21 Ultra also comes with S Pen compatibility, so you can use your screen with a stylus, allowing you to write notes and navigate your home screen more fluidly.
This device is also good for photography fanatics, with Hybrid Optical Zoom up to 30x, giving you the ability to take clear, vivid, and detailed pictures from afar. It also has a 108MP sensor that can naturally adjust lighting to achieve a rich quality.
Though the price point is high, you’re paying for the most advanced technology Samsung has to offer.
Largest screen - Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
Released in August 2020, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is the largest model on offer, almost venturing into tablet territory. If you’re looking for a smartphone that will allow you to watch films and play games all day, this is the phone you’re looking for!
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Price |
From £1,179 |
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Size |
6.9 inch screen 164.80 x 77.20 x 8.10mm |
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Cameras |
Rear 108MP Wide 12MP Ultra Wide 12MP Telephoto Front 10MP Selfie 8K video recording |
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Battery |
4,500mAh |
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Storage |
256GB or 512GB |
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Processor |
Octa-core Exynos 990 |
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5G Compatibility |
Yes |
This model’s camera has a 50x Space Zoom capability to capture beautiful landscapes with crystal clear imagery. A laser autofocus sensor is attached to the rear 12MP camera, which ensures photos are clear and stabilised.
Additionally, the Note 20 Ultra comes protected with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, which is currently the toughest glass you can get in a smartphone.
Smallest screen - Samsung Galaxy S10e
If you’re searching for a small phone, without sacrificing everything that Samsung phones have to offer, look no further than the Galaxy S10e. Size isn’t everything!
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Price |
£300 - £500 |
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Size |
5.8 inch screen 142.2 x 69.9 x 7.9mm |
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Cameras |
Rear 12MP Main 16MP Ultra Wide Front 10MP 4K video recording |
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Battery |
3,100mAh |
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Storage |
128GB |
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Processor |
Octa-core |
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5G Compatibility |
No |
The S10e is small enough to be portable, but large enough to still offer a good viewing experience. With a 3,100mAh battery that can still last all day with average use, the S10e also doesn’t sacrifice on camera quality or the storage space to file all of your photos and videos.
Even though it’s not 5G compatible, 4G will still be fast enough for the majority of users. And for £300 - £500 from various online retailers, it’s a good bargain for a handy model.
Most budget-friendly - Samsung Galaxy A41
If you want a budget-friendly phone, but still want to join the Samsung gang, you have a few cheaper options. Though buying a second-hand or refurbished phone will mean you can nab a newer model, there’s still plenty to love about the Galaxy A41.
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Price |
£200 - £250 |
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Size |
6.1 inch screen 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9mm |
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Cameras |
Rear 48MP Wide 8MP Ultra Wide 5MP Depth Front 25MP Wide Video recording |
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Battery |
3,500mAh |
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Storage |
64GB |
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Processor |
Octa-core |
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5G Compatibility |
No |
For such a cheap price, the Samsung Galaxy A41 is an absolute steal! With triple rear cameras and a decent front camera, a 3,500mAh battery, and a large 6.1 Infinity-U display, you’re not missing out on any of the fun features from Android.
With both a 2.5mm headphone jack and Bluetooth 5.0, you don’t have to compromise on how to listen to your music and podcasts either.
Other budget-friendly Samsung options include the A51 for £329 and the A71 for £419.
Fast model - Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
Although the newest models will always be the fastest, if you’re not overly concerned about having the most recent smartphone (and paying the price for it!), but still want a guaranteed fast model, then the S20 FE might be right for you.
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Price |
From £699 |
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Size |
6.5 inch screen |
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Cameras |
Rear 12MP Ultra Wide 12MP Wide-angle 8MP Telephoto Front 32MP |
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Battery |
4,500mAh |
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Storage |
128GB |
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Processor |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 |
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5G Compatibility |
Yes |
This model is fast enough to take on all of the tasks you ask of it, with a speedy Snapdragon processor (one of the fastest going around), the latest S20 chipset for fast data speeds, and an enhanced NPU (neural processor) for seamless navigation between apps.
Enjoy 25W Super Fast and 2.0 wireless charging too, so you can get back into your immersive Infinity-O display in no time.
Noteworthy mentions
There’s more to Samsung than just these five recommendations, and there’s a reason the brand is one of the best in the world. They have a massive range of powerful phones to select from. Other noteworthy mentions include:
- Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ with a 6.8 inch screen, triple rear camera, 4,300mAh battery life, and 512GB storage
- Samsung Galaxy J5 as one of the cheapest and smallest Samsung’s on the market, at around £145 from various retailers for a 5 inch screen, 2,600mAh battery, and 128GB storage
- Samsung Galaxy S10 with a 6.1 inch screen, Snapdragon processor, triple rear camera, 3,400mAh battery, and 5G compatibility
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