Tier List
Smartphones Tier List — Ranked S to F
30 smartphones ranked across 4 tiers. Rankings are computed from editorial ratings, category-specific scoring dimensions, and evergreen recommendation confidence. Updated with every catalog refresh.
Elite. The best in the category — no compromises.
The 1 product in S-Tier average 4.8/5 stars and represent the absolute best in the category. If budget is no concern, start here.
Excellent. Strong performers with minor trade-offs.
A-Tier products average 4.6/5 — nearly as strong as S-Tier but with minor trade-offs that keep prices around $899. Often the smartest buy.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL - 256 GB
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL - 512 GB
OnePlus 13
Google Pixel 10
OnePlus 15
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Google Pixel 10a
Nothing Phone (3) - 256 GB
Nothing Phone (3) - 512 GB
OnePlus 15R
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Xiaomi 15 5G AI
Good. Solid choices, competitive pricing.
B-Tier offers solid value at around $497 with 4.4/5 average rating. These are workhorse products that get the job done.
Apple iPhone 17
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro - 128 GB
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro - 256 GB
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G
Apple iPhone 16
Nothing Phone (3a) - 128 GB
Nothing Phone (3a) - 256 GB
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G
Google Pixel 9a
Average. Usable but outclassed by better options.
Average. Usable but outclassed by better options. Average rating: 4.0/5.
