Top 3 picks
Samsung Galaxy S26
Why we picked this
Best Overall: The Galaxy S26 is the most balanced choice, combining a versatile camera system, bright display, strong performance, and a generous 256GB starting capacity. It is more flexible than the Pixel for zoom and video, while remaining easier to use than the larger Xiaomi model. Its image processing is slightly less distinctive than Google's in some challenging scenes.
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Where to buy
est. €899Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Google Pixel 10
Why we picked this
Best Value: The Pixel 10 offers the strongest photography experience at the lowest price here, with excellent computational photography, a useful telephoto camera, and long-term software support. Its performance is sufficient for everyday use, while the smaller design is comfortable to handle. It gives up some charging speed and sustained performance compared with the Xiaomi and Samsung options.
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Where to buy
est. €699Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Xiaomi 17 Pro
Why we picked this
Premium Pick: The Xiaomi 17 Pro is the photography-focused performance leader, pairing a high-end triple 50MP camera system with large storage, a very capable processor, and exceptional battery capacity. It is particularly attractive for detailed zoom and versatile shooting. Its software experience is less streamlined than the Pixel or Samsung, and its availability and support experience can vary more by market.
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Where to buy
est. €1,099Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.