📱 Buying guide

Best smartphones 2026

Our pick of the best smartphones, ranked by our independent scores — best overall, best value, best budget and more.

Our top picks

#1
XIAOMI Tablette Tactile Redmi Pad Pro 8Go 256Go Gris
🏆Best overall
Xiaomi
XIAOMI Tablette Tactile Redmi Pad Pro 8Go 256Go Gris
85/100

Our highest overall score (85/100) in the category.

Frequently asked questions

How much storage do I need?

128 GB suits most people; pick 256 GB+ if you shoot lots of 4K video or keep large game libraries. Storage usually can't be expanded.

Is 5G worth it?

5G gives much faster mobile data where available and is now standard on mid-range and flagship phones. Check the Network spec.

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