Top 3 picks
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Why we picked this
Best Overall: This is the most balanced choice for gamers who want flagship performance in a more manageable phone. The A19 Pro, hardware-accelerated ray tracing, bright 120Hz display, and strong iOS game optimization deliver excellent performance without the Galaxy’s oversized chassis. It has less screen area and sustained thermal headroom than the Galaxy S26 Ultra, but is easier to hold for long sessions.
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Where to buy
est. €1,329Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Why we picked this
Best Value: It offers the strongest large-screen Android gaming package here, combining a 120Hz QHD+ AMOLED display, powerful Snapdragon silicon, substantial battery capacity, and fast charging. It is better suited to sustained sessions than the smaller iPhone 17 Pro, while offering more storage than the premium iPhone configuration only at its base tier. The trade-off is its considerable size and weight for one-handed play.
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Where to buy
est. €1,269Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Why we picked this
Premium Pick: It delivers the largest iPhone gaming display, the same high-end A19 Pro platform, and exceptionally generous 1TB storage for a substantial game library. Its long rated video runtime supports extended mobile use, while iOS offers excellent game optimization and controller support. It costs substantially more than the other two and offers less Android-style customization.
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Where to buy
est. €1,979Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.