The best AT&T phones in 2024

The iPhone 15 Pro Max features Apple’s A17 Pro chip, which is more efficient than the previous A16 bionic chip featured in earlier iOS devices.

And, of course, the display – while unchanged from the iPhone 14 Pro Max – is sublime, sporting an OLED 120Hz panel that supports always-on functionality.

As always, the iPhone 15 Pro Max’s camera is brilliant, with more priority placed on user control than previous models, and a great telephoto lens that allows you to take clear shots from a distance. Additionally, the 15 series introduces a feature we’ve be wanting for a long time – it finally charges via USB-C rather than lightning.

On the downside, this device comes at an undeniably premium price tag, and it’s unlikely to drop any time soon. Its battery life also isn’t the best, and on launch, there were some reports of overheating, though Apple seems to have addressed this now.

Read our full iPhone 15 Pro Max review here.

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a terrific flagship phone that brings together the Galaxy S and Galaxy Note lines. The camera array is one of the best in the entire market, and Samsung’s computational photography features even help you to edit and fix your photos once taken.

The Galaxy S23 Ultra is perfect for streamers and content creators, thanks to its 8K video capabilities. When you combine that with the excellent chipset, RAM, and memory, you have an excessively powerful phone in your hands.

If you’re into mobile gaming, just imagine how smoothly the likes of Genshin Impact runs – thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset – never mind how gorgeous it looks with a luscious 120Hz AMOLED screen. Better still, the 5000 mAh battery and fast charge mean you can rely on this smartphone for long gaming sessions and can trust it to last you the day.

To get a cell phone of this caliber, you’re looking at a large price tag, regardless of where you purchase it. So, if you have the funds to spare, make no mistake, this is a terrific device, but if you want something that’s more modest, this isn’t the phone for you. Alternatively, if you want to stick to Samsung but would like to see what other options are available, check out our list of the best Samsung phones.

The Google Pixel 7 is a solid middle-of-the-road smartphone. For its price, you do get a decent device that ticks a number of boxes – it has a great camera, good charging speeds, and a bright AMOLED display (though at 6.3 inches, it has one of the smaller screens on this list).

While the camera doesn’t quite reach the heights of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, the Google Pixel 7 still has an impressive piece of kit, as you can capture 4K images and videos at 1080p with 60 fps. The 90Hz screen refresh rate is decent, too.

If you’re after a good value phone for a reasonable price that has a good camera, can charge up to 50% in half an hour, and a lovely bright screen, look no further than the Google Pixel 7. Or, if you fancy seeing what the Pixel 7’s siblings have to offer, head over to our list of the best Google Pixel phones.

Read our full Google Pixel 7 review here.

If you fancy a solid gaming phone but don’t want to pay for the pricey iPhone 15 Pro Max, the iPhone 13 may be the device for you. It may not be as powerful as some of the other options on this list, but it’s a very well-priced option. It’s more than capable of running the best Apple Arcade games, and offers plenty of value for money.

Why pay more if all you’re after is a cell phone that is good for gaming as well as everyday use? The iPhone 13 takes well-balanced and sharp images, even if it doesn’t quite match the caliber of Apple’s most recent flagship device.

The iPhone 13 is a few generations old now, but continues to keep up to date with the latest OS systems, meaning you still get the most up-to-date software Apple offers, and it maintains reliable performance despite its age.

Internal storage extends up to 512GB with the iPhone 13, giving you plenty of room for photos, videos, and games. Plus, though the chipset is two generations behind, it’s still a good bit of kit that helps to ensure a smooth experience when playing games.

While the iPhone 13 may not size up against some of the fancier gaming phones like the Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro, it still stands its ground today.

The Samsung Galaxy A14 isn’t going to win a specs competition, but it’s by far the most affordable phone on this list. It’s also 5G compatible, giving you access to faster and more reliable data speeds on the cheap.

Design-wise, the Samsung Galaxy A14 comes in one solid black color and lacks any real innovation in its appearance. The RAM and storage are also at the lower end for both, which is another consequence of a device in this price bracket.

The chipset is none too impressive either, it can run games, but it’s not likely to be as smooth as a phone that boasts Snapdragon tech (especially those with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipsets).  The Mediatek Dimensity 700 gear can still scratch that gaming itch, just don’t expect it to compete with the best Samsung phones.

One major benefit of this smartphone is the 5000 mAh battery that can hold a charge well, making it a great pick for everyday use. It’s in a league of its own for the price and is a good first phone.

Read our full Samsung Galaxy A14 review here.

If you’re hoping to get your hands on a solid gaming phone but don’t want an overly large model, the Samsung Galaxy S24 may be a good option for you. It may not offer as much storage as some of the other options on the list, but it’s still got plenty of fantastic features to offer.

Dubbed Galaxy’s flagship device for 2024, the S24 is a little more compact than you might expect. But regardless of its smaller size, it’s still an extremely fast little phone, and, not only that, it’s also deceptively powerful. When we put it to the test, we found that it performed just as well as the larger S24 Ultra model.

While the camera specifications are the same as those on the S23, thanks to changes in how Samsung processes images, the camera quality has been visibly improved and enhanced. Plus, thanks to the new Galaxy AI features that the S24 benefits from, editing images and video is quick and easy.

And that’s not all Samsung’s AI can do. Just like the Ultra, this model runs Samsung’s One UI 6.1, which ensures the phone is fully customizable, including supporting lock screen widgets, in addition to being able to stack them there. It’s also great for enhanced productivity, with the option of both voice and text notes, a range of translation options, and tools that can be used to alter writing tone.

If you’re looking for a phone with a higher amount of storage, the S24 – which is available with 128GB or 256GB of storage – probably isn’t the right option for you. But, if you’re looking for a phone that’s more compact, then the Samsung Galaxy S24 could be an option worth exploring.

Read our full Samsung Galaxy S24 review here.

Dubbed Samsung’s ‘top-tier flagship for 2024’, it’s easy to see why the Samsung Galaxy S24 is such a popular choice with gamers. While it might not seem all that different from its predecessor, the Galaxy S23 Ultra, it has a range of perfectly polished features that make it a truly fantastic device, ideal for gaming and anything else that you might want to use it for.

If you’re looking for a phone that has a battery that lasts, the S24 Ultra is a great choice. On low-use days, one charge will get you through two days, which is a real testament to the power of the battery that the device offers. And, even on days when you spend hours gaming, the battery should easily last the entire day.

With the S24 Ultra featuring the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (Qualcomm’s most powerful chip), this model games like a total dream. It also features 12GB RAM and has a vapor chamber that’s been increased in size to help keep it cool while gaming – unfortunately, it does still get pretty hot when used for an extended period.

The main downside to this phone is the price, which was higher at launch than its predecessor, the S23 Ultra, last year. So, if you’re looking for a budget-friendly phone, this isn’t the one. But, if you’re happy to spend a little extra to get a really powerful gaming phone, the Samsung Galaxy S24 is a great choice.

Read our full Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review here.