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PCMag's 2026 Best Phones
PCMag's top 2026 phones: iPhone 17, Galaxy S26 Ultra, Z Fold 8, Pixel 11, and more.
In brief
PCMag's top 2026 phones: iPhone 17, Galaxy S26 Ultra, Z Fold 8, Pixel 11, and more. PCMag's Editors' Choice picks for 2026 include the iPhone 17 for value, Galaxy S26 Ultra for artists, Z Fold 8 for foldables, Pixel 11 for Android, and Pixel 10a for midrange. Originally reported by PCMAG.
What We Test
PCMag tests phones for over 30 years.
2026 Best Phones
Four phones stand out: iPhone 17, Galaxy S26 Ultra, Z Fold 8, Pixel 10a.
Best iPhone for Most People
Apple iPhone 17 offers best value at $829.99.
Best Battery Life
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max lasts 34 hours and 31 minutes.
Best for Artists
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has S Pen and privacy display.
Best Folding Phone
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 has 17 hours battery life.
Best Android Phone
Google Pixel 11 offers best value for android users.
Best Midrange Android
Google Pixel 10a has great value at $499.99.
Most Affordable Android
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G costs $199.99.
Best Flip Phone
Motorola Razr 2026 has 19 hours battery life.
Best Voice Phone
TCL Flip 4 5G costs $109.99.
Best Affordable iPhone
Apple iPhone 17e costs $599.99.
Early Prime Day Deals
Samsung and Motorola offer up to $800 savings on phones.
Why We Picked It
iPhone 17 offers best value for most people.
Why We Picked It
Galaxy S26 Ultra has privacy display and s pen.
Why We Picked It
Z Fold 8 has 17 hours battery life and reduced crease.
The bottom line
PCMag's Editors' Choice picks for 2026 include the iPhone 17 for value, Galaxy S26 Ultra for artists, Z Fold 8 for foldables, Pixel 11 for Android, and Pixel 10a for midrange.
