Top brands have introduced amazing advancements in 2024 as smartphone technology continues to advance. The improvements for this year center on improved camera systems, immersive displays, AI-driven functionality, and increased performance. Below is a summary of the top models from the leading brands in the market, including Samsung, Apple, Google, Vivo, Xiaomi, Huawei, and Oppo, along with some of their most notable features.
1. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is a powerful contender in 2024, known for its premium features and versatility. Its 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 144Hz refresh rate sets it apart for smooth scrolling and gaming. Samsung upped the ante with a 200MP main camera, enabling incredible detail in photos, along with its periscope zoom lens offering 10x optical zoom.
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (or Exynos 2400 in select regions)
- RAM: Up to 16GB
- Battery: 5,500mAh with 65W fast charging
- Special feature: S Pen integration, enhancing productivity and creativity.
With its superior zoom capabilities and larger display than Apple’s iPhone, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is designed with photographers and power users in mind.
2. Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
The iPhone 16 Pro Max, with its 6.8-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display and 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate, carries on Apple’s tradition of elegance. 2024 will see the release of the A18 Bionic chip, which will improve real-time computational photography and increase AI processing.
- Processor: A18 Bionic with 3nm architecture
- Camera: 48MP triple-lens system with LiDAR for AR a
pps - Battery: 4,400mAh with 35W fast charging
- Special feature: Dynamic Island now supports more third-party app integration, making multitasking smoother.
3. Google Pixel 9 Pro
The new Tensor G3 chip in Google’s Pixel 9 Pro allows for the introduction of smarter AI functionality. With improvements to the 50MP primary camera and the launch of Photo Unblur 2.0 to sharpen older, grainy images, its emphasis on AI-driven photography keeps pushing the envelope.
- Processor: Google Tensor G3
- RAM: 12GB
- Display: 6.7-inch LTPO AMOLED with QHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate
- Battery: 5,000mAh with 30W fast charging and wireless charging.
- Special feature: Advanced AI tools for photo editing and voice control, plus AI-generated screen personalization.
Compared to Samsung and Apple, Google emphasizes AI enhancements over hardware, making the Pixel 9 Pro a must-have for users seeking intuitive and smart interactions with their phone.
4. Vivo X100 Pro+
The Vivo X100 Pro+’s camera system, which focuses on ultra-detailed shooting using a 1-inch 108MP primary sensor akin to that of high-end DSLRs, makes a big impression. Its 6.78-inch AMOLED display and svelte form factor further contribute to its visual appeal. 
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Camera: 108MP main camera with Zeiss optics, 12MP telephoto, and 48MP ultra-wide.
- RAM: Up to 16GB
- Battery: 5,200mAh with 120W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.
- Special feature: Custom Vivo V3 imaging chip for more advanced low-light photography.
Vivo’s strength comes in its dedication to camera innovation and bright display technology, even though it is in competition with the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Google Pixel 9 Pro.
5. Xiaomi 14 Ultra
As a performance beast in 2024, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra stands out. It has a 6.81-inch AMOLED display with 144Hz refresh rate and is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. With its inbuilt 200MP sensors, Xiaomi is a significant advance in terms of its concentration on 8K resolution, cinematic video recording.
- RAM: Up to 16GB
- Battery: 5,300mAh with 120W fast charging and 50W wireless charging.
- Camera: 200MP primary, with 8K video recording and advanced night mode.
- Special feature: MIUI 15 optimized for gaming and multitasking.
Xiaomi prioritizes media capabilities and performance over Vivo and Huawei, making the Xiaomi 14 Ultra a top device for gamers and video artists.
6. Huawei P60 Pro+
Huawei’s P60 Pro+, with its novel RYYB sensor, keeps pushing the envelope in mobile photography. The camera is great in low light conditions since it can capture more light and color detail. Its 50MP quad-camera configuration produces better images thanks to AI algorithms.
- Processor: Kirin 9300
- Display: 6.7-inch OLED with a 120Hz refresh rate.
- RAM: Up to 12GB
- Battery: 5,000mAh with 88W wired fast charging.
- Special feature: Huawei’s HarmonyOS 4.0, which provides seamless cross-device collaboration.
Huawei has made a strong comeback into the worldwide market with the P60 Pro+, highlighting its camera and ecosystem to take on competitors like Vivo and Google in the market for people looking for great, AI-enhanced photography.
7. Oppo Find X7 Pro
The Oppo Find X7 Pro, that features a triple-camera system with 60MP that was co-engineered with Hasselblad, stands out for its emphasis on elegant design and photographic excellence. It’s a good option for high-end customers because of its 120Hz curved AMOLED display and enhanced AI capabilities. 
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Camera: 60MP with custom Hasselblad color tuning.
- Battery: 4,800mAh with 100W SuperVOOC fast charging.
- Display: 6.78-inch AMOLED, 1440p resolution.
- Special feature: Ultra-night video mode and AI-driven cinematic effects.
The Oppo Find X7 Pro competes with Xiaomi and Vivo in terms of camera quality because to its emphasis on premium design and videography features, but it stands out for its elegant aesthetics and user interface.
8. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
The 7.6-inch folding Dynamic AMOLED 2X display on the Galaxy Z Fold 6 elevates foldable phones to new heights. It combines innovative design and durability with an enhanced hinge design and water resistance. 
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Camera: 50MP primary, 12MP telephoto, and 12MP ultra-wide.
- Battery: 4,500mAh with 45W fast charging.
- Special feature: Multitasking abilities with up to three apps simultaneously on-screen.
With this elegant design, Samsung maintains its leadership in the foldable market and provides productivity features that surpass those of rival manufacturers’ conventional smartphones.
9. Xiaomi Mix Fold 4
The 8.03-inch internal display and more compact form factor of the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4, the company’s response to the Galaxy Z Fold 6, distinguish it from the latter. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 CPU, this foldable is among the most potent devices of the year. 
- Display: 8.03-inch AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate.
- Camera: 50MP triple-camera setup optimized for folded and unfolded use.
- Battery: 5,000mAh with 67W fast charging.
- Special feature: Improved software multitasking experience.
If you’re seeking for foldable innovation, the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 is a great option because it has more functionality and is more reasonably priced than Samsung’s foldable.
10. Oppo Reno 10 Pro+
The Reno 10 Pro+ from Oppo is a high-end mid-range device that prioritizes both performance and design. For its pricing range, its 50MP camera provides remarkable results, and its 6.7-inch AMOLED screen guarantees superb visual quality.
- Processor: Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
- RAM: 12GB
- Battery: 4,700mAh with 80W fast charging.
- Special feature: AI-enhanced portrait mode and 4K video recording.
The Reno 10 Pro+ holds its own against higher-end Huawei and Google devices for consumers looking for flagship performance without the flagship pricing.