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The cell phones we cover, ranked by what expert reviewers found and shown with Canadian launch prices, so you can see which ones are worth buying.

Last updated November 9, 2026

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Huawei Mate 10
8.4
Huawei Mate 10
Huawei Β· Android 8.0 Oreo
OnePlus 8T
8.4
OnePlus 8T
OnePlus Β· Android 11
Pros
+ Superfast charging
+ 120hz display
+ Solid performance
+ Good design aesthetic
Cons
βˆ’ Poor camera performance
βˆ’ No wireless charging
βˆ’ No IP rating
OnePlus 5
8.4
OnePlus 5
OnePlus Β· Android 7.1 Nougat
Pros
+ Colorful, punchy display
+ Fast performance
+ Plenty of RAM
+ Decent storage
+ Good camera
+ All-day battery life
+ Price
Cons
βˆ’ Bland design
βˆ’ No microSD support
βˆ’ Tinny, distorted loudspeaker
Samsung Galaxy Nexus
8.4
Samsung Galaxy Nexus
Samsung Β· Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
Sony Xperia Z2
8.4
Sony Xperia Z2
Sony Β· Android 4.4 KitKat
Pros
+ Vivid, bright display with excellent viewing angles
+ Snappy processor performance
+ Water and dust resistant
+ 4K video recording
Cons
βˆ’ Some images look unnaturally vivid
βˆ’ Not worth upgrading from Z1
Huawei Honor 9
8.4
Huawei Honor 9
Huawei Β· Android 7.0 Nougat
Pros
+ Sharp and accurate display
+ Good battery life
+ Smooth performance
+ Detailed and vibrant pictures
+ Beautiful, reflective back panel
Cons
βˆ’ Slippery - slides on flat surfaces
βˆ’ No optical image stabilization
Asus ROG Phone II
8.4
Asus ROG Phone II
Asus Β· Android 9.0 Pie
Pros
+ Big beautiful screen
+ Powerful performance
+ Multiple USB-C ports
+ Long battery life
Cons
βˆ’ Heavy
βˆ’ Expensive
βˆ’ No water resistance rating
Xiaomi 13T
8.4
Xiaomi 13T
Xiaomi Β· Android 13
Xiaomi Poco F3
8.4
Xiaomi Poco F3
Xiaomi Β· Android 11
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge
8.4
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge
Samsung Β· Android 5.0 Lollipop
Pros
+ Incredibly sharp and vibrant display
+ Curved edges make areas of screen easier to reach
+ Improved Touchwiz has less bloatware
+ Smooth and slick performance
Cons
βˆ’ Glass back and edges make it difficult to grasp
βˆ’ No microSD slot
Huawei Honor 10
8.4
Huawei Honor 10
Huawei Β· Android 8.1 Oreo
Our Verdict

Honor’s latest release wowed reviewers. It’s a solid phone that pushes into flagship territory while sitting at a price well in the middle of mid-tier price lists. Unless you need the absolute best camera, there Honor 10 should be on your list to consider.

Pros
+ Price
+ Bright, vivid display
+ Blazing performance
+ Attractive design
+ Dual SIM
Cons
βˆ’ Camera AI is a personal taste
βˆ’ So-so low-light camera performance
βˆ’ No microSD support
βˆ’ Fingerprint sensor placement
Google Pixel XL
8.4
Google Pixel XL
Google Β· Android 7.0 Nougat
Xiaomi Pocophone F1
8.4
Xiaomi Pocophone F1
Xiaomi Β· Android 8.1 Oreo
Our Verdict

The Pocophone F1 might not offer the best camera and display on the market, but it more than makes up for it with its fast performance, excellent battery life, and affordable price tag.

Pros
+ Great battery life
+ Smooth, zippy performance
+ Excellent value for the money
+ Okay camera and image quality
Cons
βˆ’ Basic, boring design
βˆ’ Thick bezels
βˆ’ Plastic build feels cheap
βˆ’ No NFC
Vodafone Smart Ultra 6
8.4
Vodafone Smart Ultra 6
ZTE Β· Android 5.1 Lollipop
Pros
+ Crisp, colourful display
+ Good performance
+ Plenty of storage
+ Price
+ Battery life
Cons
βˆ’ Vodafone only
βˆ’ Boring design
βˆ’ No fingerprint scanner
βˆ’ Inconsistent camera
βˆ’ Weak speaker
OnePlus Open
8.4
Flagship OnePlus Open
OnePlus Β· Android 13
Our Verdict

A thoughtfully crafted foldable that offers a versatile experience with its wide outer display and seamless multitasking capability.

Pros
+ Innovative multitasking features
+ Top-notch hinge design
+ Excellent camera quality
+ High-resolution displays
+ Fast charging with bundled charger
Cons
βˆ’ No wireless charging
βˆ’ Poor low light camera performance
βˆ’ Large camera bulge
βˆ’ Only IPX4 water resistance
βˆ’ Software quirks in some apps
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