Welcome to the Smartphone Awards 2024, where we celebrate the best and worst smartphones released this year. Covering 10 exciting categories, we highlight the top performers and recognize innovations in design, technology, and usability. Let’s dive into the winners!
Best Big Phone
Winner: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung nailed the formula for big phones with the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Its exceptional 6.8-inch display, stellar cameras, a massive battery, and stylus support make it unbeatable. Released early in the year, it remains the gold standard for big-screen smartphones.
Honorable Mentions: Vivo X200 Pro and ROG Phone 9
Best Small Phone
Winner: iPhone 16
Despite the trend toward larger phones, the iPhone 16 delivers a premium small-phone experience. Featuring a 6.1-inch display, flagship chip performance, excellent cameras, and sleek design, it stands out as the compact favorite.
Best Camera
Winner: iPhone 16 Pro
Once again, Apple leads the pack in photography and videography. The iPhone 16 Pro impresses with unparalleled video stabilization, 4K shooting options, manual controls, and a seamless user experience.
Honorable Mention: Vivo X200 Pro for its professional-grade camera setup.
Best Value
Winner: Nothing Phone 2A
At just $350, the Nothing Phone 2A offers incredible value. Featuring a 120Hz display, flagship battery life, optimized software, and a unique design, it punches well above its price point.
Honorable Mentions: CMF Phone 1 and Pixel 8a
Best Battery
Winner: Red Magic 10 Pro
This gaming powerhouse boasts a 7,000mAh battery paired with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, ensuring efficient performance and up to two days of battery life. With 100W fast charging, this phone sets a new benchmark for battery performance.
Best Design
Winner: Huawei Mate XT (Tri-Fold)
Huawei’s Mate XT astonishes with its innovative tri-fold design. Combining cutting-edge engineering with sleek aesthetics, this phone represents a bold step forward in smartphone design.
Honorable Mentions: Nothing Phone 2A and CMF Phone 1
Best Foldable
Winner: Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Google’s refined foldable steals the show with polished hardware, enhanced durability, better cameras, and an improved hinge. It’s the foldable that gets everything right for productivity and everyday use.
Most Improved
Winner: Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Compared to its predecessor, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold has significantly upgraded its hinge design, display, and software experience, making it a standout in the foldable category.
Bust of the Year
“Winner”: Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra
Despite its decent specs, the Zenfone 11 Ultra fell flat by abandoning the unique small-phone design that made its predecessors beloved. Its uninspired features make it a disappointment.
MVP – Phone of the Year
Winner: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
With unmatched versatility, the Galaxy S24 Ultra excels in every category. From its superb display and cameras to its smooth software experience, it’s the complete package and a worthy 2024 MVP.
Thank you for joining us for this year’s Smartphone Awards. Here’s to another year of innovation and incredible devices! What are your favorites? Let us know!