A lighter device is more comfortable to hold and carry for long periods.

A thinner device is easier to hold and slip into a pocket.

A narrower phone is easier to use one-handed.

The vertical dimension of the device.

The primary frame and back materials of the device.

The device is protected against dust and submersion in water.

Reinforced glass (e.g. Gorilla Glass) resists scratches and cracks.

The device works with an active stylus pen.

A larger screen is better for media and multitasking.

The vertical pixel count; higher means a sharper image.

More pixels per inch produce crisper text and images.

A higher refresh rate produces smoother motion and scrolling.

How often the screen registers touches; higher feels more responsive.

Higher peak brightness is easier to read in direct sunlight.

A higher ratio means slimmer bezels and a more immersive front.

The underlying panel technology (e.g. LTPO AMOLED).

The proportional relationship between screen width and height.

OLED panels offer deeper blacks and better contrast than LCD.

Displays a wider range of colours and brightness in supported content.

Shows time and notifications while the screen is idle.

The system-on-chip that powers the device.

The graphics processor handling games and visuals.

More RAM keeps more apps running smoothly at once.

More storage holds more apps, photos and files.

The storage standard (e.g. UFS 4.0); newer is faster.

A higher clock speed generally means faster processing.

More cores help with multitasking and demanding apps.

A smaller process is more power-efficient and runs cooler.

A synthetic score estimating overall performance.

Storage can be expanded with a memory card.

A larger battery generally lasts longer between charges.

Higher wattage charges the battery faster over a cable.

Higher wattage charges the battery faster wirelessly.

How long a full charge takes; lower is better.

The phone can wirelessly charge other devices.

Newer silicon-carbon cells pack more capacity into the same space.

A higher megapixel count can capture more detail.

A lower f-number lets in more light for better low-light shots.

A larger sensor captures more light and detail.

Captures a wider field of view for landscapes and groups.

Enables closer, higher-quality zoom shots.

A higher resolution front camera improves selfies and video calls.

Magnifies subjects without losing detail.

OIS compensates for hand shake for sharper photos and steadier video.

The highest video resolution the device can record.

Captures ultra-high-resolution 8K footage.

A higher frame rate enables smoother slow-motion clips.

Saves unprocessed photos for more editing flexibility.

Connects to faster 5G mobile networks.

How many physical SIM cards the device accepts.

Supports a built-in digital SIM alongside or instead of a physical one.

Supports faster, more efficient Wi-Fi 6 networks.

Supports the latest, fastest Wi-Fi 7 standard.

A newer Bluetooth version improves range and efficiency.

Enables contactless payments and quick pairing.

A reversible, widely compatible charging and data port.

The USB data-transfer standard of the port; later is faster.

The satellite positioning systems the device can use; more means faster, more accurate location.

Enables precise spatial location for tracking and digital car keys.

Two speakers deliver richer, more immersive sound.

Lets you use wired headphones without an adapter.

Adds spatial, three-dimensional audio in supported content.

Plays back high-resolution audio above CD quality.

Unlock with a fingerprint sensor built into the screen.

Unlock the device by scanning your face.

How many years of OS upgrades the maker promises.

Send messages via satellite when off the mobile grid.

The software platform the device runs.