Pixel 9 Pro XL
The best Android camera, now with Gemini everywhere.
AI: Buy if you want the best point-and-shoot camera on Android and don't game heavily.
Leica quad-camera monster with a variable aperture.
The 14 Ultra is a photographer's phone; the variable aperture and quad-tele setup are unmatched.
Verdict: Buy if photography is priority one and you can live with limited US carrier support.
The best Android camera, now with Gemini everywhere.
AI: Buy if you want the best point-and-shoot camera on Android and don't game heavily.
Apple's most refined pro phone
The default Android phone.
AI: Buy for the best mainstream Android experience under $800.
Flagship performance at a subsidized price.
AI: Buy for raw performance per dollar; skip if you need long update support.
Samsung's do-everything Android flagship
Big screen, big battery, standard iPhone.
AI: Buy if you want an iPhone with all-day battery and don't need 120Hz.