We’ve been hearing the 5G hype for some time now. And with each major carrier offering some form of 5G it is imperative to decide whether you need your next smartphone purchase to be able to connect with this new networking standard.
The 5G phones not only provide the ability to provide speedier downloads and amazing speeds. The new 5G phones available in the market have also offered big displays, long-lasting battery lives, and outstanding cameras.
The fact that these aren’t just phone that allows you to take advantage of the 5G networking, but are overall better phone with amazing features, the question of choosing your next phone to meet these standards shouldn’t even be a consideration.
How to Choose a Good 5G Phone for You?
The first thing to consider when looking into purchasing a 5G phone is which wireless carrier is going to be providing your phone service.
Each provider has taken different ways they approach 5G rollouts.
Besides which 5G network a phone supports, deciding on a 5G phone should be approached as you would the purchase of any other phone.
Consider which features are important to you such as the processor, screen size, and camera.
One consideration you should definitely be wary of in a 5G phone is the phone’s battery life. Especially since 5G connectivity can drastically drain a phone’s battery, you’ll want something that can handle the added demands on the battery.
Finally, price is often a deciding factor. With the use of Qualcomm’s lower-cost processors, you can expect to get 5G phones for prices as low as $500. This is a change from 2019 where such 5G phones could range upward of $850 to $1299.
Best 5G Phones Available Right Now
1. Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
Samsung has offered a phone with 5G abilities in its Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is Samsung’s most versatile big-screen phone they have to offer.
The phone has a 6.9-inch display and works with every available 5G network.
The phone also has a dynamic 120Hz display; you have a longer battery life, smoother scrolling, and even immersive gaming.
Samsung’s Galaxy Note 20 Ultra works with Microsoft’s xCloud game streaming making the phone’s gaming aspect unparalleled. You can play more than 100 Xbox games while the phone runs on a powerful Snapdragon 865 Plus chipset. Add to this the 5G connectivity and the gameplay is amazing.
Phone Specs:
- Screen size: 6.9 inches
- Size/weight: 6.48 x 3.04 x 0.32 inches, 7.33 ounces
- 5G networks supported: AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile
- Processor: Snapdragon 856 Plus
- Battery Life: 10 hrs 15 min
2. iPhone 12
The iPhone 12 costs $799 and is a great option if you are not looking to pay up for a 5G phone.
With the iPhone 12, you get amazing features at an amazing price. Along with 5G connectivity with just about every network you can also take advantage of the fast A14 Bionic processor and view your social media, videos, and more on a 6.1-inch OLED screen.
The iPhone 12 recognizes the strain 5G connectivity puts on your battery. Therefore, the phone comes with an in-built Smart Data Mode which allows the phone to switch between LTE and 5G depending on whether you need the extra speed.
Phone Specs:
- Screen size: 6.1 inches
- Size/weight: 5.78 x 2.81 x 0.29 inches, 5.78 ounces
- 5G networks supported: AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile
- Processor: A14 Bionic
- Battery Life: 08 hrs 25 min
3. OnePlus Nord N10 5G
The OnePlus Nord debuted this summer and was quite the talk with its premium features offered at a low cost.
The OnePlus Nord N10 5G is different from the OnePlus Nord because of its availability with the OnePlus Nord not being shipped outside Europe or India.
Like the OnePlus Nord, the OnePlus Nord N10 5G provides a range of features such as a display with a 90Hz refresh rate.
With a 4,300 mAh battery, the phone has an impressive battery life even with the 5G connectivity.
Phone Specs:
- Screen size: 6.49 inches
- Size/weight: 6.4 x 2.9 x 0.35 inches, 6.7 ounces
- 5G networks supported: AT&T, T-Mobile
- Processor: Snapdragon 690
- Battery Life: 11 hrs 48 min
4. Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE offers the Snapdragon 865 chipset and provides an OLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate.
The phone is compatible with all kinds of 5G networks although does lack in battery life compared to its other counterparts.
The phone has an immersive 6.5inch display you can enjoy as well.
Phone Specs:
- Screen size: 6.5 inches
- Size/weight: 6.29 x 2.93 x 0.33 inches, 6.7 ounces
- 5G networks supported: AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile
- Processor: Snapdragon 865
- Battery Life: 9 hrs 03 min
5. LG Velvet
The LG Velvet offers 5G connectivity for under $600.
Powered by the Snapdragon 765G processor the phone delivers a solid performance with a stylish design and a bright, colorful display.
The LG Velvet is compatible with LG’s Dual-screen attachment, a case that provides a second screen for your 5G phone.
Phone Specs:
- Screen size: 6.8 inches
- Size/weight: 6.6 x 2.9 x 0.31 inches, 6.53 ounces
- 5G networks supported: AT&T, Verizon
- Processor: Snapdragon 765G
- Battery Life: 10 hrs 29 min
6. Google Pixel 4a 5G
The Pixel 4a 5G is every bit as good as a Pixel 5 but without the 90Hz refresh rate, smaller screen, and battery. All this under 500 USD.
The Pixel 4a 5G’s cameras are exactly the same as the 12MP main shooter and 16MP ultrawide angle lens found on the Pixel 5. More importantly, the software is the same, too, so you’ll get the software-driven features that set Google phones apart in the smartphone space.
Phone Specs:
- Screen size: 6.2 inches
- Size/weight: 6.1 x 2.9 x 0.3 inches, 5.9 ounces
- 5G networks supported: AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile
- Processor: Snapdragon 765G
- Battery Life: 8 hrs 13 min
7. iPhone 12 Pro Max
the iPhone 12 Pro Max has an impressive battery life, and with its in-built Apple Smart Data Mode, the battery life becomes better. The feature can automatically toggle between 5G and 4G depending on the performance you require at any given time.
The phone is also impressive due to its immersive 6.7-inch OLED display. It is great to see the pictures you take from the phone’s large 1.7µm pixels.
Phone Specs:
- Screen size: 6.7 inches
- Size/weight: 6.33 x 3.07 x 0.29 inches, 8.03 ounces
- 5G networks supported: AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile
- Processor: A14 Bionic
- Battery Life: 10 hrs 53 min
Over to you!
We have highlighted some of the top 5G phone in the market that you can use for the year 2021. If you have any suggestions, feel free to send them to us at hi@productivityland.com
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