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To help you figure out the best of the best, we gathered our favorite phones to buy in 2021. Every phone on this list has been thoroughly reviewed and tested, from their camera performance to batteries. We've linked to the unlocked version of each phone, and they should run on most of the big four US wireless carriers, unless specified otherwise. We update this list regularly to ensure the best phone is always represented.

And for more info, read our guide to help find the best phonebest phone for your needs and take a look at our tips on how to buy a new cell phone. 





















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Samsung's Galaxy S20 series had some great specs, but their high prices meant they were out of reach for many. Not so with the , which is stuffed with great hardware but comes with a much more reasonable price -- and earned itself a coveted CNET Editors' Choice award in the process. We loved the Galaxy S20's vibrant screen, its powerful processor, decent camera quality and 5G connectivity but especially liked its $650 price. 






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