Once you consider the ‘finest smartphones’ of the 12 months, it is easy to only image costly, flagship telephones. Nonetheless, like yearly, we have had some actual standout mid-range choices as nicely in 2022 that may not go toe-to-toe with correct flagships, however supply sufficient efficiency and options at far more inexpensive costs. Folding telephones continued to get higher in 2022 due to Samsung pioneering this section in India, whereas charging speeds reached new heights. Nonetheless, the large focus for all of the telephones on our record is cameras. We have seen smartphones with unimaginable zoom perfjoamcne, high-resolution sensors, and next-level video stabilisation for content material creators. Relying in your price range and necessities, there’s one thing for everybody in our record.
All these smartphones have been reviewed by us and we have chosen solely the very best of the very best, based mostly on the scores they acquired and what we felt had been distinctive sufficient choices that also stand out, even in the present day. This is Devices 360’s record of the very best smartphones in India for 2022, in no explicit order.
Google Pixel 7
After a few years of neglecting the Indian market, Google lastly determined to launch its 2022 flagships in India, and we’re actually glad it did. Between the Google Pixel 7 and the Pixel 7 Professional, we really feel the Pixel 7 is the flagship that most individuals ought to have their eye on as a result of it presents the very best of Google’s imaginative and prescient however at a reasonably approachable worth. Other than the telephoto digicam and the next decision show on the 7 Professional, the Pixel 7 does just about every part that its costlier sibling can. It has a slick design with good construct high quality, a brilliant show, helpful software program options, high quality cameras, and excellent battery life. Being a Pixel, you possibly can count on day-one updates from Google which ought to maintain the cellphone recent and related for a few years not less than.
iPhone 14 Professional
The iPhone 14 Professional raises the value bar as soon as once more in India, making it the costliest Professional mannequin but. Apple’s large upgrades this time is a extra highly effective SoC, new-age show notch which it refers to because the Dynamic Island, and the next decision primary digicam. The latter is probably essentially the most thrilling function and the enhancements are noticeable in stills and recorded movies. Whereas not nearly as good because the Google Pixel 7 Professional for nonetheless images in our expertise, the 14 Professional is in a league of its personal in terms of video recording. The remainder is enterprise as common. The iPhone 14 Professional options glorious construct high quality, excellent efficiency, sturdy battery life, and comes with promise of long-term software program updates. The iPhone 14 Professional Max can be out there with a bigger show and battery, however is significantly costlier.
iPhone 14 Plus
Whereas a few of us are unhappy to see the iPhone mini being discontinued, we’re glad that Apple has changed it with one thing that has extra mass attraction. The iPhone 14 Plus resurrects the plus-size mannequin that ended with the iPhone 8 Plus, and is the right alternative for people who need a Professional Max-sized iPhone however with out the steep premium. The iPhone 14 Plus is actually an iPhone 14 with a bigger 6.7-inch show and greater battery and for lots of people, that ought to be a ok cause to get one. Regardless of having a big footprint, it is really lighter than even the iPhone 14 Professional, which is a big bonus.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
Final 12 months’s folding telephones from Samsung actually raised the bar by introducing an IPX8 score for water resistance and this 12 months, we noticed an extra refinement of the design and options. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 this 12 months wasn’t an enormous improve over its predecessor, which is why it misses a spot on our record, however the Galaxy Z Flip 4 acquired some significant updates making it the very best entry-point to foldables. The brand new mannequin has gotten a extra refined design, a greater outer show, and battery life has improved drastically. It additionally options the extra power-efficient model of Qualcomm’s flagship SoC, which helps it obtain top-tier efficiency with no important heating points. The cameras are good, the show is superb, and the truth that it might fold to half its dimension is not only a novelty act anymore.
Nothing Cellphone 1
Behind all of the hype and flashing LED lights of the Nothing Cellphone 1 lies a really underrated mid-range providing that until in the present day, presents an entire bundle at an unbeatable worth. Contemplating it’s the startup’s first smartphone, it actually nailed the premium match and end. For a smartphone that prices round Rs. 30,000, you get a robust 5G SoC, an IP53 score, and wi-fi charging. The Cellphone 1 additionally has a vivid 120Hz show, clear software program, and an excellent major digicam. Even if you happen to by no means use the Glyph lights (which we nonetheless suppose is extra of a gimmick), the Cellphone 1 nonetheless delivers a premium Android expertise that not many can brag about, particularly at these costs.
OnePlus 10R (150W)
One would usually count on one of many quickest charging smartphones to be a flagship, however surprisingly, it is a mid-range providing. The OnePlus 10R defies the everyday design philosophy of the model for a extra generic design, but when you may make your peace with that, you will discover that it is a good little mid-range smartphone. The 150W or Endurance Version of this cellphone actually steals the present as you possibly can cost the battery at a ridiculously fast charge. The smartphone additionally has a formidable primary digicam, good battery life, and lean software program. The usual model of this cellphone can cost at 80W, which continues to be impressively fast. Yet one more cellphone that is value mentioning is the Realme GT Neo 3, the dual brother of the 10R. It is primarily the identical cellphone however with a distinct design and software program.
Vivo X80 Professional
If we needed to decide the very best cellphone for video content material creation that is not an iPhone, we would must go together with the Vivo X80 Professional. Though pricier than its predecessor, Vivo’s flagship for 2022 is the very best Android cellphone for taking pictures video content material due to its devoted imaging chip and the gimbal-stabilisation system. It additionally has an especially good Evening mode for low-light stills, one thing that would give Google’s Evening Sight a run for its cash. Other than the cameras, the smartphone seems to be and feels the a part of a premium flagship. You get a complicated design, a superb show, nice efficiency, and excellent battery life.
Xiaomi 12 Professional
The Xiaomi 12 Professional represents a extra grown-up and mature flagship in comparison with the 12 months earlier than. Somewhat than specializing in large numbers and gimmicky options, the 12 Professional boasts of a complicated design and premium parts that target delivering high quality, reasonably than amount. The Xiaomi 12 Professional comes with glorious construct high quality, a crisp 120Hz show, 120W wired charing, nice sounding audio system, and a really succesful digicam. What actually makes it higher than the Mi 11 Extremely from final 12 months is you can really purchase this smartphone in India.
Asus ROG Cellphone 6
The Asus ROG Cellphone 6 stays unchallenged in India as no different firm has launched a devoted gaming cellphone this 12 months. The Cellphone 6 presents higher worth than the ROG Cellphone 6 Professional, and elevates the specialised gaming options that we have seen in earlier generations even additional. With help for as much as a 165Hz refresh charge and a large 6,000mAh battery, the ROG Cellphone 6 is really a beast in terms of slaying just about any sport you throw at it. Some new noteworthy options embody an IPX4 score for splash resistance, improved cameras, and faster charging. The equipment are one thing you will need to spend money on too, as a few of them just like the Aeroactive Cooler 6 really make an enormous distinction to the efficiency.
OnePlus 10 Professional
The OnePlus 10 Professional is a strong, no-nonsense flagship that gives the very best OnePlus expertise (no matter’s left of it anyway) and excellent cameras. Its design is not like any earlier OnePlus smartphone and there in lies the appeal. It is modern and classy, has a superb show, top-notch efficiency, and excellent battery life. It misses out on an official IP score in India, however it does have all of the seals and protections in place to make it water and mud resistant. With the corporate going by means of an identification disaster, this may increasingly simply be the final time we see trademark OnePlus options such because the ‘Alert slider’ on a flagship OnePlus cellphone, which was conspicuously lacking on the OnePlus 10T 5G that got here after it.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Extremely
The union of Samsung’s Galaxy Notice and S sequence was full this 12 months with the arrival of the Galaxy S22 Extremely. If we needed to decide a single Android cellphone which we felt was near-perfect, it is arduous to search out something higher than this one. Samsung has thrown in every part however the kitchen sink this time by together with a built-in S Pen stylus, an unimaginable show, and what are arguably the very best telephoto cameras in any cellphone. It’s fairly costly in comparison with different Android flagships on our record however nonetheless cheaper than an iPhone 14 Professional. In order for you a cellphone which excels in just about each space, the Galaxy S22 Extremely is a simple alternative.
Motorola Edge 30 Professional
The ‘flagship-killer’ award this 12 months goes to the Motorola Edge 30 Professional as aside from having a flagship-grade SoC, it additionally options the everyday frills resembling wi-fi charging and an IP score. What makes it a simple contender for this title although is its worth, which was fairly aggressive when it launched in February this 12 months, and is even higher worth now after latest worth cuts. The Edge 30 Professional presents a clear Android expertise, very fast charging, a 144Hz refresh charge, and an excellent selfie digicam. If you happen to’re not eager on spending lots however nonetheless do not need to miss out on issues resembling a superb telephoto digicam or strong gaming efficiency, it is arduous to discover a higher all-rounder at this worth.