5G is being deployed more and more in France, and even elsewhere. Only, to benefit from it, it is important to get your hands on a subscription but above all a smartphone compatible with this new technology. Brands wishing to always meet consumer expectations as well as possible have already started to market 5G smartphones. Thanks to this guide, you should have clearer ideas to make your choice.
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The best 5G plans of the moment
The new 5G networks are currently being deployed in many countries as well as throughout France. For the moment, only the big cities benefit from it. But by the end of 2022, 3,000 sites should have access to this new generation of networks, then 10,500 by the year 2025.
The first 5G subscriptions and smartphones are starting to appear in stores. If France was a little late in its deployment, this will have allowed operators to fix new offers. Thus, it is now possible to get your hands on a phone compatible with 5G in 2022. For this, you need two things: a 5G subscription as well as making the right choice! It is on this second point that this guide will be useful to you. We have reserved for you the top 10 of the best smartphones compatible with 5G. You will be able to enjoy a quality product, with a high performance network.
The Samsung Galaxy S21 family: the good students
It is unthinkable to talk about quality smartphones without addressing Samsung’s Galaxy S21 range. Whether it’s the Ultra, the S21 or the S21 Plus; they will be able to meet all expectations in terms of 5G. They are among the good students of telephony: powerful network, impressive technical sheet, precious autonomy and even small bonuses.
The Galaxy S21 Ultra is notably in everyone’s mouths. The latter is compatible with the S-Pen stylus, enough to put the Samsung Galaxy Note range into oblivion. The icing on the cake: no price increase compared to the S20 Ultra launched last year. Note that it still remains in the segment of high-end smartphones… but you quickly understand why when you start using it!
Apple iPhones: a must-have
Obviously, Apple is part of the ranking of the best 5G smartphones of the year 2022 with its latest iPhones. It must be said that they are the first to have this new generation network. 5G has arrived with the iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max! It is therefore perfectly logical that the youngest, the iPhone 13, is also equipped with it. On the program: high-speed navigation, faster loading times and a foolproof connection. Assets that will satisfy you when 5G is deployed throughout France.
To choose between the models, it is imperative to dig deeper into each of the technical sheets. Indeed, they do not all offer the same functionalities and differ according to the desired performance. Size of grip, camera, power of RAM are all factors that you will have to take into account before making the purchase.
The OnePlus Nord 2: the smartphone not to be missed
OnePlus no longer has any proof to provide of its qualities in terms of smartphones. He proves it (all the same) once again with the OnePlus Nord 2, equipped with 5G technology. With the right subscription, they will allow you to benefit from a stable network, wherever you are.
The OnePlus Nord 2 is a quality mid-range smartphone. Its design is worked, seductive and elegant. It has the same OLED screen as its predecessor, with a 90 Hz panel. On the performance side, you can rely on its Dimensity 1200 IA chip from MediaTek. This will ensure all types of use, whether minimal or extensive, whether it is only web browsing or intensive gaming. In terms of autonomy, its 4,500 mAh battery does the expected job. In addition, it is accompanied by a Warp Charge 65 W charger, allowing you to charge your smartphone to 100% in just 30 minutes.
The Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite: the nice surprise
The name “Lite” could suggest that the Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite does not tick all the boxes for consumers looking for a high-performance 5G compatible smartphone. On the design side, it is possible to find the very essence of the manufacturer: sober and efficient.
It is equipped with four photo sensors, to engrave your most precious moments. The Snapdragon 750G runs the smartphone very efficiently in order to meet all expectations and adapt to the different uses that can be made of it. Finally, the 4820 mAh battery provides autonomy of one to two days, depending on use. In addition, fast charging recovers 75% battery in just 30 minutes.
The Google Pixel 6: Google at the rendezvous
Google has chosen to offer high-performance smartphones at competitive prices. The Google Pixel 6 has a refined design with neat finishes. Its OLED screen accompanied by a 90 Hz refresh allows you to benefit from a quality display, whatever the content viewed.
With this smartphone, Google inaugurates its in-house processor, the Tensor. It offers almost the same performance as other processors on the market, while allowing much lower consumption. And of course, the Google Pixel 6 is compatible with 5G to enjoy a quality network wherever you are.
The Xiaomi Poco F3: a powerful smartphone
The F3 is part of Xiaomi’s Poco series. It integrates performance, power and reduced price. Everything users expect from their smartphone. It has a 120 Hz OLED panel revealing a quality display, whether for video or text content.
On the processor side, it is equipped with a Snapdragon 870 chip which provides the power of the Xiaomi Poco F3. Thus, it has nothing to envy to the competitors present on the market. This power is combined with a solid autonomy as well as a fast charge which does its job very well.
If you want a high-performance 5G smartphone that respects your budget, you can turn your eyes closed to the Xiaomi Poco F3.
The Oppo Find X5: the one you need
The Oppo Find X5 is one of the best 5G compatible smartphones currently available on the market. And this for many reasons.
First of all, it is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor accompanied by 12 GB of RAM. This means that the smartphone performs well in all circumstances, without exhibiting annoying latency or overheating. Its 6.67-inch AMOLED panel offers a WQHD+ definition ensuring readability both in daylight and in the dark. Top it all off with an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120Hz.
For photography fans, you can trust its four photo sensors as well as its image processing software, which will allow you to have a result worthy of professionals. For videos, performance and quality are also there thanks to its 4K 60 fps mode.
All of these performances make the Oppo Find X5 one of the best 5G-compatible smartphones in 2022.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3: the foldable smartphone
It’s no secret that Samsung offers quality smartphones. The proof is with the Galaxy 7 Fold 3 compatible in 5G. The foldable mobile of the sign will not fail to seduce you.
Its design has been redesigned compared to its predecessor. Its hinge system has been revised so that it can be opened and closed without any difficulty. It incorporates an exterior screen so you can always keep an eye on your notifications, without having to open the phone.
In terms of its characteristics, it is possible to find a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chip with 12 GB of RAM, a 7.6-inch screen and a 6.2-inch external screen. Photo level, it has a rear camera of 12 megapixels with wide-angle and telephoto; a 4-megapixel under-screen camera as well as a 10-megapixel cover camera.
The Xiaomi 11T Pro: the all-rounder
Beyond its 5G compatibility, the Xiaomi 11T Pro will initially seduce you with its design. Modern and classic, it is for everyone. The performance of the screen, thanks to its adaptive 120 Hz FHD + OLED panel, will not leave you unmoved. Bright, it will ensure legibility in all circumstances. To run the smartphone, the Snapdragon 888 processor with 8 GB of RAM takes care of it. Enough to offer good performance, whatever the use made of it. Finally, the icing on the cake: the 120 W fast recharge, allowing you to regain full autonomy in less than 20 minutes.
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 5G: an effective variation
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 5G arrives on the 5G smartphone market as the best version of the brand’s Redmi Note range. Thus, it has many qualities that will meet consumer expectations: high performance, very long battery life and affordable price. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 5G even improves the performance of its predecessor, the Redmi Note 9T 5G.
With the Redmi Nite 10 5G, Xiaomi has chosen to offer a smartphone that you can trust with your eyes closed.
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