Due to strong competition, as of September 2024 there remains a lot of Android smartphones on the market, which are different from each other, including price and functionality.
Since leading manufacturers such as Samsung, Google, Xiaomi, Vivo and others continue to introduce new models, it becomes crucial to follow the novelties.
Here are some of the Android phones that are currently trending in the market and the price estimate for September 2024.
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Price: $1,799 (₦2,963,852.50) – $1,999 (₦3,307,845.25)
Another product that stands in the league of innovative phones is Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6 that shows how the best foldable smartphone should look like.
Equipped with a 7.67 inches foldable Dynamic AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and 50 MP triple-camera system this gadget is meant for avid users.
It also supports S Pen as well as the hinge used in it has also been enhanced for increased durability. The price differs depending on storage that is available in 256GB, 512 GB, 1 TB.
- Google Pixel 9 Pro
Price: $1,199 (₦1,984,045.25)
Many have learned to appreciate Google and its Pixel phones especially the Pixel 9 Pro for its amazing camera lens and the raw Android platform.
It features a 6.7-inch OLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate, Google Tensor G3 chip, and a 50 MP main camera including computational photography updates.
The Pixel 9 Pro comes out of the box with Android 14 thus guaranteeing users 5 years of software updates.
- Xiaomi 14 Pro
Price: $899 (₦1,487,620.25)
Xiaomi is known for providing flagship grade specs at lesser price tags and the Xiaomi 14 Pro follows the trend. It boasts a 6.73 AMOLED display, a snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, and a 200 MP primary camera for photo and graphical performance.
Furthermore, it also has a support for 120W fast charging which takes less than 20 minutes to fully charge the phone.
- OnePlus 12
Price: $749 (₦1,239,407.75)
OnePlus has been releasing new smartphones which still come with premium features at relatively affordable prices. OnePlus 12 comes with a 6.7 Inches QHD+AMOLED, Snapdragon 8 Generation 3 Processor, Triple Camera
Set up and 50 Megapixel Main Camera. Running OxygenOS 14 based on Android 14 the phone provides fast and bug-free performance. Well, the OnePlus 12 also has support for both 100W of wired and 50W of wireless charging.
- Vivo X100 Pro+
Price: $1,099 (₦1,818,570.25)
From a photographic standpoint, the clear winner of the current year is the Vivo X100 Pro+, due to the 1-inch 50 MP main camera; Vivo worked on the camera together with ZEISS. It offers a 6.78-inch AMOLED panel, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, and 120W charging are part of the package.
That is why mobile photographers should consider Vivo – the company that puts all its efforts into developing cameras for smartphones.
- Motorola Edge 40 Ultra
Price: $799 (₦1,322,145.25)
The Motorola Edge 40 Ultra has just been officially released and is in line with the company’s tendency to provide flagship-level experience at a mid-range price. It’s 6.67-inch OLED screen stands for a 144Hz refresh rate, and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip works under the hood.
Rest of the specifications include, a 200 MP main camera that is capable of delivering ultra detailed photos and 8K videos, and 125W fast charging.
- Samsung Galaxy A54 5G
Price: $449 (₦742,982.75)
If you are looking for an affordable smartphone then the new Samsung Galaxy A54 5G is a good fit. It comes with a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display, Exynos 1380 chipset, 50 MP Primary camera.
The phone gives a decent performance and comes with up to 4 years of Android updates making it a good mid-range.
- Google Pixel 8a
Price: $499 (₦825,720.25)
Google Pixel 8a is the mid-range smartphone that has some similarities with the top-tier Pixel lineup while not being a top-tier smartphone.
It features a 6.1-inch OLED display, Google’s Tensor G2 chip, and a 12. 2 MP dual-camera system coupled with all the Intellisense photography tricks of Google’s AI technology. It is built on Android 14 and offers 4 years of major updates assurance.
- Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro
Price: $329 (₦545,521.48)
The Redmi Note series remains Xiaomi’s best seller in the lower tier of the market. Redmi Note of the series vivo comes in a single 6-inch display model for the Redmi Note 13 Pro. It comes with a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen, Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, and 108 MP main camera on the back.
I suppose that it will be suitable for buyers with limited funds who are ready to have rather satisfactory specifications: they are offered a colossal 5,000mAh battery that can be charged at 120W.
- Realme GT Neo 6
Price: $499 (₦827,401.88)
Realme’s latest GT Neo 6 is a budget flagship that packs high-end features into your pocket. It comes already loaded with a 6. 78 inch AMOLED screens having a 144Hz refresh rate, MediaTek Density 9200 processor, and a 50 MP + 50 MP + 12 MP rear camera system.
This phone supports up to 150 W fast charging which puts it in a league of its own especially for gamers and power users who do not wish to spend on flagship handsets that would cost an arm and leg.
- Oppo Find X7
Price: $999 (₦1,656,461.88)
Oppo’s Find X7 is a flagship smartphone which focuses on the design and performance of the device. It features a 6.78-inch stretch AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 platform, and a 50 MP triple camera setup that has been co-developed with Hasselblad.
The Find X7 also has rear-facing stereo speakers which makes it even more powerful while also boasting support for 100W fast charging if users also wish to fill up quickly.
Conclusion
According to the data of September 2024, the choice of Android smartphones remains wide and covers all price categories.
Whether you want the best foldable smartphone like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 or an affordable yet capable smartphone like Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro, there’s a perfect fit for everybody.
Improved cameras, battery efficiency and faster chargers and all these are features that Android smartphones in 2024 have to offer.