The Best iPhone Alternatives
There are several other options in the market that you might have overlooked, just because they haven’t got the same spotlight. The thing is you have better phones to choose from if you’re not much into Apple’s iPhone. And you also have no reason to get lesser features when you’re looking for a great contender. The Android market is inundated with smartphones that can easily give any Apple device great competition.
Take iPhone 12 Pro Max as an example. With time, it has got the appreciation it deserves due to its design, camera array, and is one of the fastest smartphones today. However, there are some flabbergasting Android phones today that come with functionalities that are yet to be integrated into Apple’s iPhone.
It’s agreeable that there are just a few options when compared to Apple’s range of smartphones. But the ones that are at the same level are much closer to it in terms of performance and features.
#1 Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G
The latest successor of the Samsung Galaxy comprises the features that easily give iPhone a run for the money. Well, apart from being the best contender among all others in this list, it’s one of the least expensive options to go with. Keeping its low price aside, you can experience a plethora of facilities. As per Samsung, it has the “most intelligent screen” with a 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED display. It also has a refresh rate of 120 Hz and 1,500 nits of peak brightness. With the latest 5G technology compatibility, it has cameras aplenty to fill all your void for a great picture. The quad rear camera is also bestowed with an ultra-wide telescope lens, ideal enough to shoot in 4k/60fps. Plus, it comes with 12 GB of RAM and up to 512GB of hard-drive. That’s probably equal or somewhat more than what the best iPhone can promise to date.
Display: AMOLED
Battery: 4,080mAh
Memory: 128GB
OS: Android 11
Network: 5G
#2 Nokia 8.3 5G
Nokia has been known to make an impact way before than the other brands could ever dominate the market. So, even if has the same features as all of its alternatives, it still has the everlasting impression of a better smartphone. And it might not be relatively better than iPhones, but it is also not below them, meaning it can easily give the latest Apple devices a run for the money. Nokia has always integrated ZEISS optics in its camera to make photo and video capturing an exquisite thing. It has the biggest display among all the alternatives we’re going to discuss. Other than its professional-grade 4K camera array, it also has 5G compatibility, low-light video capturing, OZO audio 360° sonic range, and the special Nordic design. As for the processor, it has Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. Furthermore, Nokia 8.3 5G has also received Low Blue Light certification from TÜV Rheinland, so your eyes would be more relieved while you’re using your phone for a long time.
Display: IPS LCD
Battery: 4,500mAh
Memory: Up to 128GB
OS: Android 10
Network: 5G
#3 Google Pixel 5
Honestly, you won’t hear much about the one where we are currently talking about. Although it’s been made by one of the most renowned companies, you’d agree that it’s still an underrated one. But, mind you, the features it has are at par with the ones present in any latest iPhone. It has the latest 5G technology with a top-notch camera array, HD display, and a whopping battery life that would last as long as two days. It is also water-resistant. But here comes the best part, malware protection and wireless charging are some of the added advantages. Also, you don’t need to make a call in case of emergencies, it has the intelligence to do it on its own in such cases. An entire package available at such an affordable price of $699 is enough to make a better alternative to Apple’s products.
Display: AMOLED
Battery: 4,080mAh
Memory: 128GB
OS: Android 11
Network: 5G
#4 OnePlus 8 Pro
OnePlus has always managed to provide enough specifications in its products to make it one of the best in the market. However, if it’s the US, OnePlus needs a bit more time to earn its reputation and become equally popular as it is in other nations. Take a look at the OnePlus 8 pro which has indeed better features than some of its competitors out there. With a 48MP quad-camera array, astounding design, 5G compatibility, and wireless charging quick enough to charge it to 50% in just over 20 minutes, it’s undoubtedly going to be a perfect option at an affordable price. And yes, there’s more to it. OnePlus 8 Pro can record videos at 120 frames-per-second in full-HD quality. With a 6.78” QHD+ display, it also has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor that offers data transfer speeds that’s 125% faster than its predecessors. It’s also available in three variants: Onyx Black, Glacial Green, and Ultramarine Blue.
Display: AMOLED
Battery: 4,510mAh
Memory: 128GB
OS: Android 10
Network: 5G
#5 LG Wing 5G
Probably the most unique one in the entire list is LG Wing 5G. While there are several comparable functionalities that do may make some smartphones look ordinary. But if we just look beyond the internal features that are almost the same in all phones at the same price point. And most of us aren’t much impressed with the baseline features that these phones are equipped with. But who says that it’s all about the hardware and software, LG Wing 5G definitely outshines others with its swiveling main screen. The main screen turns on its side to show you the additional screen, thereby increasing 50% of the display space. The triple rear camera comes with a 64MP standard and also a 13MP ultra-wide camera. Plus, there’s a 32MP front pop-up camera. With increased productivity, the built-in gimbal motion camera and the multitasking ability provide LG Wing 5G an upper edge over iPhone and other alternatives too.
Display: OLED
Battery: 4,000mAh
Memory: 256GB
OS: Android 10
Network: 5G
#6 Motorola Edge+
Go through the entire list of specifications of iPhone 12 Pro Max as well as Motorola Edge+, you’d easily discern that Edge+ not only is a good contender but is at least better than iPhone. Plus, it’s relatively available at a price that’s $100 less than that of the iPhone. Let’s start with the triple camera system. There’s 108MP Quad Pixel main camera is the main highlight while the 8MP telescope lens has a high-resolution optical zoom. For the sound output, it comes with two stereo speakers which maintain the sound quality at the higher volumes as well. Above all, it has a 6.7” display with a 90 Hz refresh rate and an Endless Edge display to increase your view angle. Mix it with the 5G compatibility, Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, 12GB of DDR5 memory, 5,000mAh battery life, and 256GB of UFS 3.0 storage. If you’re not a big fan of Apple products, Motorola Edge+ is definitely the way to go which is also available at a much cheaper rate.
Display: OLED
Battery: 5,000mAh
Memory: 256GB
OS: Android 10
Network: 5G
#7 Sony Xperia 1 II
The meaning of sophistication greatly differs for all of us. And when it comes to talking about smartphones, there can be a medley of reasons. So, some of us might be a photographer or a content creator, and if you’re one of them, then look no further than the Sony Xperia 1 II. In fact, the phone was made specifically for video recording and photography. With a dual photodiode sensor, it comprises fast and accurate focusing. Also, Sony says that it’s the world’s first smartphone to capture video at up to 20fps with AF/AE tracking. The triple camera array is also equipped with ZEISS optics that provide better rendering and contrast by diminishing reflections. On top of it, it has a 6.5” 4K HDR OLED display with a 21:9 Cinema Wide ratio. So, when you might be comparing it with an iPhone, you need to know that it’s just not the usual smartphone, but an advanced photography tool that you can carry in your pocket.
Display: OLED
Battery: 4,000mAh
Memory: Up to 1TB (Expandable)
OS: Android 10
Network: 5G
Bottom Line
Well, there are more alternatives than these are the ones that are somewhat and currently better than iPhones. Well, if the list isn’t enough for you, then you can take a look at some of the probable alternatives too. Also, there are some non-traditional options that we haven’t discussed. They are completely different from what you usually see in the market, but if they please you the most, they might be one of your considerations.
