Top 3 picks
Google Pixel 9a
Why we picked this
The Pixel 9a offers the strongest photography experience at the lowest price here, with excellent computational photography, reliable night shots, and long software support. Its display and battery are also very good, although charging is slower than on the Xiaomi option and storage is limited to 128GB.
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Where to buy
est. €399Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G
Why we picked this
The Galaxy A56 5G is the most balanced choice, combining a large, bright display, dependable battery life, solid cameras, and long-term software support. It is less consistent than the Pixel 9a for point-and-shoot photography, but it offers a more versatile everyday experience and a larger screen.
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Where to buy
est. €379Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Xiaomi 15T
Why we picked this
Premium Pick: The Xiaomi 15T provides the most capable hardware in this group, including more storage, a high-refresh-rate display, a large battery, and a useful telephoto camera for portraits and distant subjects. Its image processing and software experience are less polished than Google's, but it is the best option for photographic flexibility and performance.
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Where to buy
est. €459Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.