Top 5 - Best Smartphones of 2019

2019 was a fantastic year for smartphone enthusiasts and buyers. Scores of finely designed phones were released, with advanced cameras, superfast processors, sharp displays and other improved and new technologies.

Telefon has compiled a list of 5 of the best phones based on user reviews. The listed phones are not arranged in a specific order and were chosen considering their popularity and technological superiority. Without further ado, here are some of the best smartphones that made headlines in 2019.

iPhone 11 Pro

The iPhone 11 Pro is a compact smartphone, equipped with a brightly-lit 5.8 inch super retina display. It is arguably the best camera phone in the world. The main highlight – a triple-lens camera system – includes a spectacular wide-angle lens. The camera system has impressive performance that is boosted by a powerful processor chip. Its A13 bionic processor makes it one of the fastest phones released in 2019.

The iPhone 11 Pro is significantly heavier than the iPhone XS, both packed with nearly identical front designs. A plus for the iPhone 11 Pro is its simplicity to use, especially since the iOS 13.2 upgrade. It is outright simpler to access and use its advanced features, such as the imaging system, compared to its competitors. Lack of 5G capability is a bummer, nevertheless, the iPhone 11 Pro is still viable for those who desire a compact smartphone with killer specs.

Samsung Galaxy Note10+

The Galaxy Note10+ is the best smartphone with a large display. It’s immersive, 6.8 inch OLED display is coupled with an S Pen for handwriting and drawing inputs. The Note10+ has a good battery life compared to other phablets in market. Its four rear cameras take impressive photos, with live imagery for both photos and videos. The Note10+'s camera system has been noted to produce some of the best bokeh photos.

Although it trails the iPhone XS max in some tests, the Galaxy Note10+ is one of the fastest smartphones ever. It has 12GB of RAM and a Snapdragon 855 processor, with which you can do a lot at a go, with zero lags. It sports an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, fast charging, and AR and 3D scanning technology. Although its cameras are among the top of its league, there are better alternatives in market. If you simply want a phone with a large screen, you can narrow your focus on the Galaxy Note10+.

Samsung Galaxy S10

The race towards serving flagship phones with little to no bezel took a fresh turn with the release of the Galaxy S10. Featuring a 6.1 inch QHD+AMOLED screen, the Galaxy S10 was among the first phones with a hole-punch in the display, which houses a selfie camera. Some features that make the S10 standout from the rest include, the ultrasonic fingerprint scanner under the screen and, its ability to survive submersion in water.

The Galaxy S10 is a great phone by most standards. It has a compact size, with a large display, and feels comfortable in your palm. Its processing power is impressive, having no lag for most performance-intensive tasks. But then, aggressive users will have to put up with a battery life that is shorter than rivals'. The S10’s power usage could do better for a phone of its stature. If you are after a small-sized phone with cutting-edge technological features, the Galaxy S10 is your best bet.

OnePlus 7T

OnePlus, the company, released the OnePlus 7T in October 2019, adding to its line of affordable high-end devices. The 7T’s display has no bezel except for a tear drop notch that houses the selfie camera. A unique quirk added to its AMOLED display is a 90HZ refresh rate, which makes for soothingly smooth user experience. A Snapdragon 855+ SoC chip makes the 7T one of the fastest smartphones money can buy.

The 48 Megapixel, Sony IMX586 sensor puts out extremely versatile and clean photos. The 7T is shipped with OxygenOS 10, the best way to experience android today. The 7T has a good battery life but you can’t rely on it to last from dawn to dawn without a recharge. For a budget phone, the OnePlus 7T undercuts most high end devices given its meticulous hardware and software.

Huawei Mate 30 Pro

The Mate 30 pro is a luxurious smartphone, attractive in both design and functionality. It is packed with a versatile and powerful camera, excellent performance and good battery life. Its 6.53 inch AMOLED display has room for an iPhone 10-style notch at the top, affixed with three selfie cameras. The Mate 30 Pro has a four-camera system on the back housing a 40MP sensor. This isn’t the best camera available but it sure is versatile and fun to use.

“The Huawei Mate 30 Pro shouts affluence.”

The Mate 30 Pro is a genuine flagship smartphone that shouts affluence. It is a good option where performance, design and exclusivity are prime concerns. If you are on a tight budget then this is not the best smartphone for you.