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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 |
88
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | 7000 mAh | 200MP | — | $845 |
| 22 |
88
|
|
MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | 6900 mAh | 200MP | 3455738 | $1900 |
| 23 |
88
|
|
Dimensity 9500 | 6510 mAh | 200MP | 3326259 | $899 |
| 24 |
87
|
|
MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | 7025 mAh | 50MP | 3455738 | — |
| 25 |
87
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | 7000 mAh | 50MP | 3248535 | $709 |
| 26 |
87
|
|
MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | 7000 mAh | 200MP | 3032039 | $661 |
| 27 |
87
|
|
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | 6800 mAh | 50MP | 3950082 | $892 |
| 28 |
87
|
|
MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | 6200 mAh | 50MP | 3508681 | $1199 |
| 29 |
87
|
|
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | 6000 mAh | 200MP | 3950082 | $1799 |
| 30 |
87
|
|
Xiaomi XRING O3 | 6000 mAh | 200MP | — | $1639 |
| 31 |
87
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | 5850 mAh | 50MP | 3126402 | — |
| 32 |
87
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | 5850 mAh | 50MP | 3023211 | $899 |
| 33 |
86
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | 7560 mAh | 50MP | 3622315 | $561 |
| 34 |
86
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | 7000 mAh | 50MP | 3758268 | $599 |
| 35 |
86
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | 6500 mAh | 50MP | 3606149 | $799 |
| 36 |
86
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | 6400 mAh | 50MP | 3927976 | $799 |
| 37 |
86
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | 6300 mAh | 50MP | 3569354 | $825 |
| 38 |
86
|
|
Snapdragon 8 Elite | 6100 mAh | 50MP | 3183101 | $999 |
| 39 |
86
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | 6000 mAh | 50MP | 3092340 | $889 |
| 40 |
86
|
|
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | 5200 mAh | 50MP | 3057215 | $699 |
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.