Top 3 picks
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Why we picked this
Best Overall: The Galaxy S26 Ultra is the strongest all-round Android gaming choice here, pairing a large 120Hz AMOLED panel with a flagship Snapdragon platform, 12GB of RAM, and generous 512GB storage. Its larger screen suits touch controls and the 5000mAh battery supports extended sessions. It is more versatile than the iPhones, though the iPhone 17 Pro models may offer more predictable game optimization.
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Where to buy
est. €1,484Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
iPhone 17 Pro
Why we picked this
Best Value: The iPhone 17 Pro combines excellent sustained gaming performance, hardware-accelerated ray tracing, and a compact 120Hz OLED display. Its A19 Pro chip should deliver strong frame rates and long software support, while the 256GB base storage is adequate for a focused game library. It is less expansive than the Galaxy S26 Ultra and has less storage than the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
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Where to buy
est. €1,319Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
iPhone 17 Pro Max
Why we picked this
Premium Pick: The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the luxury gaming option, offering the largest iPhone display, A19 Pro performance, 120Hz ProMotion, ray tracing, and an enormous 1TB capacity for games and media. Its larger chassis should also provide strong thermal endurance. It costs more and is less compact than the iPhone 17 Pro, while the Galaxy S26 Ultra offers a similarly large display with Android flexibility.
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Where to buy
est. €1,819Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.