Best mid-range phones
Data updated
263 smartphones in this category
Mid-range smartphones ($400-$800) — a balance between price and capability. Flagship features without the premium price tag. This selection includes 263 models, sorted by the overall MobileRank rating. The Redmi K100 Pro Max takes first place — 93/100.
| # | Rating | Smartphone | Processor | Battery | Camera | AnTuTu | Launch price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 201 |
57
|
ASUS Zenfone 9
ASUS · 2022 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | 4300 mAh | 50MP | 1640834 | $699 |
| 202 |
56
|
Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro
Nubia · 2021 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | 4500 mAh | 64MP | 1135878 | $599 |
| 203 |
56
|
Samsung Galaxy S22
Samsung · 2022 |
Samsung Exynos 2200 | 3700 mAh | 50MP | 1434169 | $799 |
| 204 |
56
|
Apple iPhone 16e
Apple · 2025 |
Apple A18 | 3279 mAh | 48MP | 1972476 | $599 |
| 205 |
55
|
Motorola Moto G Max
Motorola · 2026 |
MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | 5200 mAh | 200MP | 581041 | $459 |
| 206 |
55
|
Samsung Galaxy A55
Samsung · 2024 |
Samsung Exynos 1480 | 5000 mAh | 50MP | 1021736 | $449 |
| 207 |
55
|
Xiaomi Mi 10
Xiaomi · 2020 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | 4780 mAh | 108MP | 940334 | $570 |
| 208 |
55
|
Huawei nova 10 Pro
Huawei · 2022 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | 4500 mAh | 50MP | 783606 | $553 |
| 209 |
55
|
Huawei nova 11 Pro
Huawei · 2023 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | 4500 mAh | 50MP | 783606 | $450 |
| 210 |
55
|
Samsung Galaxy A52s
Samsung · 2021 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | 4500 mAh | 64MP | 783606 | $449 |
| 211 |
55
|
Samsung Galaxy S21
Samsung · 2021 |
Samsung Exynos 2100 | 4000 mAh | 12MP | 1081778 | $799 |
| 212 |
54
|
Sony Xperia 10 VII
Sony · 2025 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | 5000 mAh | 50MP | 840353 | $449 |
| 213 |
54
|
Sony Xperia 10 VIII
Sony · 2026 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | 5000 mAh | 50MP | 840353 | $649 |
| 214 |
54
|
Samsung Galaxy A54
Samsung · 2023 |
Samsung Exynos 1380 | 5000 mAh | 50MP | 767711 | $450 |
| 215 |
54
|
Nubia Flip3
Nubia · 2026 |
MediaTek Dimensity 7400X | 4610 mAh | 50MP | 953150 | $450 |
| 216 |
54
|
Nubia Red Magic 5G
Nubia · 2020 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | 4500 mAh | 64MP | 978910 | $579 |
| 217 |
54
|
Motorola Razr 60
Motorola · 2025 |
MediaTek Dimensity 7400X | 4500 mAh | 50MP | 953150 | $700 |
| 218 |
54
|
Huawei P50
Huawei · 2021 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | 4100 mAh | 50MP | 1135878 | $700 |
| 219 |
53
|
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
Samsung · 2022 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | 4500 mAh | 12MP | 1138928 | $699 |
| 220 |
53
|
OnePlus 8T
OnePlus · 2020 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | 4500 mAh | 48MP | 990988 | $749 |
Frequently asked questions
Which phone is the best — best mid-range phones 2026?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max takes first place, scoring 93/100. The list is sorted by the overall MobileRank rating, and includes 263 models in total.
What is a mid-range smartphone?
A mid-range smartphone ($400-$800) combines flagship features with a reasonable price: a good processor, a solid camera, and fast charging.
Is it worth paying more for a flagship instead of a mid-ranger?
Mid-range smartphones cover 90% of everyday needs. Flagships are worth the premium for gamers, photographers, and anyone who wants the best display.
How many smartphones are in this category?
This selection includes 263 models, sorted by the overall MobileRank rating.