Best Smartphones to Buy in 2025
OnePlus 13
Display
6.82″ QHD+ 120Hz Pro XDR
Battery
6,000 mAh silicon carbon
Processor
Snapdragon 8 Elite
Camera Highlights
Good overall cameras
Price
£820 / $850
Special Features
Compact size, great battery, IP68 & IP69, no charger in EU
Honor Magic 7 Pro
Display
6.8″ 120Hz, 500 nits peak
Battery
5,270 mAh (UK) / up to 5,850 mAh
Processor
Snapdragon 8 Elite
Camera Highlights
AI motion capture, dual 3D biometric security
Price
£1,100 (with coupon £850)
Special Features
Industry-high PWM dimming (4240 Hz), 7 years software updates
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Display
Top display with Gorilla Armor 2
Battery
Good but smaller than others
Processor
Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
Camera Highlights
Consistent cameras, log video, embedded S Pen
Price
$1,300 / £~1,100
Special Features
7 Android OS updates, best AI package, no IP69, pricey
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Display
6.73″ QHD+ 120Hz AMOLED
Battery
5,410 mAh (up to 6,000 mAh China)
Processor
Snapdragon 8 Elite
Camera Highlights
1″ sensor primary, dual telephoto, 50 MP ultra-wide
Price
£1,200
Special Features
Photography kit available, 4 OS + 6 years security updates
Display
Not specified
Battery
6,000 mAh silicon carbon
Processor
Snapdragon 8 Elite
Camera Highlights
200 MP telephoto, same sensor for primary & ultra-wide
Price
Not available in West
Special Features
Camera grip accessory, 1TB storage option, import required
