Best flagships
Data updated
324 smartphones in this category
Flagship smartphones — the best models on the market, with maximum performance, top-tier cameras, and premium materials. This selection includes 324 models, sorted by the overall MobileRank rating. The Redmi K100 Pro Max takes first place — 93/100.
This list holds 44 flagships (85+) and 280 sub-flagships (70–84), ranked by overall score. The ranking is current for 2026 and covers models from every release year.
| # | Rating | Smartphone | Processor | Battery | Camera | AnTuTu | Launch price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 241 |
73
|
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Google Tensor G5 | 4870 mAh | 50MP | 1536042 | $999 |
| 242 |
73
|
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | 4700 mAh | 3MP | 1869058 | — |
| 243 |
73
|
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Apple A18 Pro | 3582 mAh | 48MP | 1782199 | $999 |
| 244 |
72
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | 9000 mAh | 50MP | 2314417 | — |
| 245 |
72
|
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | 8300 mAh | 50MP | 2788201 | $320 |
| 246 |
72
|
|
MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | 8000 mAh | 50MP | 3032039 | $509 |
| 247 |
72
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | 7400 mAh | 50MP | 3039097 | $599 |
| 248 |
72
|
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | 6500 mAh | 50MP | 1913976 | $400 |
| 249 |
72
|
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | 6500 mAh | 50MP | 1794400 | $390 |
| 250 |
72
|
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HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | 6000 mAh | 50MP | 1617928 | $880 |
| 251 |
72
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | 5100 mAh | 50MP | 2345563 | — |
| 252 |
72
|
|
Google Tensor G3 | 5050 mAh | 50MP | 1367231 | $999 |
| 253 |
72
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | 5000 mAh | 50MP | 2486114 | $465 |
| 254 |
72
|
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MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ | 5000 mAh | 50MP | 1820682 | $600 |
| 255 |
72
|
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Apple A20 Pro | 4883 mAh | 48MP | 3551073 | $1999 |
| 256 |
72
|
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MediaTek Dimensity 9200 | 4870 mAh | 3MP | 1781240 | — |
| 257 |
72
|
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | 4700 mAh | 50MP | 1757044 | — |
| 258 |
72
|
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Google Tensor G4 | 4700 mAh | 50MP | 1606238 | $999 |
| 259 |
72
|
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | 4700 mAh | — | 1420808 | — |
| 260 |
72
|
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | 4600 mAh | 50MP | 1757044 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which phone is the best — best flagships 2026?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max takes first place, scoring 93/100. The list is sorted by the overall MobileRank rating, and includes 324 models in total.
What is a flagship smartphone?
A flagship is a top-tier smartphone with the best processor, the best cameras, premium materials, and maximum performance. On the MobileRank scale that means 85 points and above; this list starts at 70, so it also includes sub-flagships that trail the leaders in one or two categories.
What is the best flagship of 2026?
The best flagships of 2026 are determined by the MobileRank rating, which is built from benchmarks, camera, battery, display and portability. Price is not part of the overall score — value for money is a separate score.
How many smartphones are in this category?
This selection includes 324 models, sorted by the overall MobileRank rating.