Samsung is the largest smartphone manufacturer in the world, and it has held that title for much of the past decade.
The South Korean company is responsible for the popular Galaxy S range of phones, which has long been the de facto headliner for Google's Android platform. Alongside Apple's iPhone, it's the biggest and most recognisable smartphone line in the business.
Samsung doesn't just make high quality smartphones - it's also a key supplier of smartphone components to the rest of the industry. Its vibrant OLED displays, in particular, can be found in virtually every high-end smartphone on the market, including Apple's.
Samsung was a keen early adopter of 5G, with South Korea being one of the best-covered 5G countries on the planet. The brand's first 5G phone was the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G, which launched way back in 2019. Since then, Samsung has launched a huge number of 5G handsets, but you’ll find some of the key models below.
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While Samsung is often pitched in with Apple as a premium smartphone maker, the truth is that it has always provided affordable alternatives to its flagship Galaxy S line.
From the £129 Samsung Galaxy A05s right up to the £1,799 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, there's almost certainly a Samsung-branded phone to suit your budget and aspirations.
Samsung's current traditional range topper is the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, and it's many people's pick for the best phone on the market. With a class-leading 6.8-inch 120Hz QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display fronting a classy glass and metal design, it's certainly got that wow factor.
This is backed up by a stunning 200MP camera that takes remarkably bright and sharp shots in all lighting conditions, and two dedicated telephoto snappers – one for 3x zoom and the other for 5x. With an ultra-wide camera too, this is one of the very best options for smartphone photography. But it’s also powerful and packed full of AI features.
The cheapest Samsung phone on the market right now is the Samsung Galaxy A05s. For around £130 SIM-free, you're getting a surprisingly well-specced phone.
Those specs include a 6.7-inch FHD display with a 90Hz refresh rate, a triple-lens camera, and excellent stamina from its 5000mAh battery. Factor in solid performance, and you have a budget phone with a little more about it than most.
If you're looking for value for money, look no further than the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE. This is a cheaper alternative to the flagship Samsung Galaxy S23, but it still has many high-end specs and features, including a 120Hz display, a powerful Exynos 2200 chipset, a triple-lens camera (including a 3x optical zoom lens), and a premium design.
Samsung’s recent notable phones include the Samsung Galaxy S24, Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus, and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, all of which are high-end handsets.
There’s also the foldable Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6.
Alongside Apple, Samsung's is the biggest and most recognisable name on the smartphone market. Its devices are always impeccably well equipped, with punchy cameras and vibrant displays regardless of the price.
Unlike Apple, Samsung is as conscious of the budget market as it is the flagship category, and it ensures a high level of quality throughout its range. As such, we're confident in saying that there really is a Samsung phone for everyone.
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