Top 10 Best Android Smartphones in the UK 2021(Huawei, Samsung and More)

Initially released back in 2019, this offering from Huawei is still a fantastic phone in 2021. It may sound counterintuitive, but getting your hands on an older Huawei phone is actually beneficial as the newer models don't come with the Google Play store.

For the price, the P30 Pro offers some excellent specifications, boasting a great processor as well as an impressive front-facing camera. While the Android OS is still being updated, as this is an older phone, it's not the most future-proof on our list.

When it comes to Android smartphones, Samsung has become the go-to brand over the last decade as they make some of the best phones on the market. Their Galaxy series is their flagship brand, and the S21 is a solid entry into that series.

Combining great specifications and a sleek design, the S21 is something of a litmus test when it comes to premium Android smartphones. You won't be disappointed with this option, but it feels very vanilla compared to other premium phones.

Oneplus has been making strides in the premium smartphone market in the last few years, offering incredible processing power and RAM but lacking in the camera department. The 9 Pro has rectified that, featuring a great 48 MP rear camera.

While the phone is something of a powerhouse, there are question marks over the OxygenOS. Users may find the operating system a little frustrating as it differs substantially from a stock Android experience.

You'd be forgiven for not having heard the name realme before as this Chinese smartphone manufacturer is a relatively new face on the scene, but the GT 5G represents great value for money.

While it boasts fantastic processing power and an impressive camera, like many Chinese smartphone manufacturers, it comes with a heavily modified version of Android, in this case, the realme UI 2.0. While this is one of the better operating systems, your mileage may vary if you're used to a stock android experience.

The Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra seems to divide the masses, but we think it's one of the most unique options out there. The OLED screen offers a crystal clear, high definition image, and the included S pen stylus is great for work purposes.

The Note20 Ultra also features the best camera of any Android smartphone - full stop! If you're planning on taking a lot of photos and videos, you can't find a better phone, and if the stylus appeals to you, then this is the only stylus handset worth considering.

The next two entries on our list feature some truly inspirational designs from Samsung, the first being the Galaxy Z Flip3. This ingenious model folds in half to easily fit into any pocket or bag without any compromises.

You can use the phone for video calls and selfies without even needing to unfold it, and you can even stand it at a 90-degree angle without any hassle. You can even check messages and play music while it's neatly folded up!

As phones have become progressively bigger over the past few years, they've strayed into tablet territory without being able to fully utilize the screen space of a full-sized tablet. That's until the Galaxy Z Flip3 came out, boasting its seriously impressive folding tablet-sized screen with the included stylus.

Thanks to its front-facing screen, you can also use the Flip3 as a traditional smartphone, swapping seamlessly back and forth as you open and close the unit. It may be expensive, but you're essentially getting a high powered phone and tablet in one.

It's hard not to overstate how well the Pixel 4a runs thanks to the inclusion of stock Android rather than one that has been tweaked to include apps and functions that you'll never use. This is probably the best user experience of any Android smartphone out there.

When you consider the price-point of the Pixel 4a and the smoothness of the operating system, it becomes a no-brainer if this is the upper limit of your budget. While the RAM and processing power isn't the highest on our list, thanks to the OS, the Pixel 4a is far more than the sum of its parts.

If you're working with a budget, then Motorola has always been the smartphone manufacturer of choice. Running the closest version of stock Android outside of Google themselves, the Moto G30 is extremely responsive and smooth.

Boasting 128 GB of internal storage and a 64 MP camera, this budget option is comparable with phones twice the price. It also has a large capacity 5000 mAh battery that is more than enough for a couple of days use without the need to charge.

When it comes to choosing the best Android smartphone, it's important to weigh up the cost to quality ratio and, for that, the Galaxy A52 comes out on top. You won't feel any lag when swapping between apps, and the 120hz super AMOLED display is incredibly clear.

The whole thing has a premium feel that you expect from flagship devices while cutting the right corners to remain at a competitive price point. If you're looking for a great phone without breaking the bank, then the Galaxy A52 is the one for you.