Best 5G smartphones to buy in 2020—Part 2

Are you looking to buy a new 5G smartphone at the end of 2020? If so, you're reading the right blog. Today's daily digest highlights some of the best 5G smartphones you can buy at the close of this year. Check it out to see which is best for you.

Best 5G smartphones to buy in 2020—Part 2
Apple iPhone 12 & 12 mini 5G smartphone design

One thing’s for sure about tech in 2020: 5G is quickly becoming the new global internet standard. In fact, the beginning of 2020 brought us quite a few new 5G phones, which we wrote about in February. But the latter half of 2020 is also set to see its fair share of exciting new 5G smartphone entries. And that’s what today’s daily digest highlights.

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Today we’re presenting you with the newest 5G smartphones you can buy. If you’re an Apple user, you’ll want to check out the Apple iPhone 12 Pro & 12 Pro Max as well as the Apple iPhone 12 & 12 mini. There are even some affordable options like the Google Pixel 4a and Samsung Galaxy A42. No matter which one you choose, you’ll literally have the world’s fastest internet at your fingertips.

Apple iPhone 12 Pro & 12 Pro Max 5G Smartphones

First up on our best 5G smartphones 2020 list are the Apple iPhone 12 Pro & 12 Pro Max 5G Smartphones. These phones feature high-powered charging and Super Retina XDR displays. These iPhones are more durable than ever with improved drop resistance and water resistance up to six meters for 30 minutes.

Apple iPhone 12 & 12 mini 5G Smartphones

The Apple iPhone 12 & 12 mini 5G Smartphones give you faster performance anywhere. These iPhones boast antennas around the frame for better reach. Their smooth edges and aluminum frame blends right into the glass. The Apple iPhone mini is the same as the iPhone 12. The only difference is that it measures 5.4 inches.

Apple iPhone 12 & 12 mini smartphones

Apple iPhone 12 & 12 mini 5G smartphones side view

Google Pixel 5 Smartphone

The Google Pixel 5 Smartphone is one of our best 5G smartphones in 2020 because it offers wireless and reverse-wireless charging. You can even charge your Pixel Buds with this phone when you’re on the go. What’s more, it has a water-resistant design.

Google Pixel 5 Smartphone

Google Pixel 5 Smartphone on a stone background

Google Pixel 4a 5G Smartphone

The Google Pixel 4a 5G Smartphone gives you 5G along with a gorgeous edge-to-edge display at an affordable price. So you’ll get faster browsing, video streaming, photo scrolling, and music downloading. Also, its Night Sight feature makes your Portrait mode great even in dark lighting conditions.

Google Pixel 4a 5G Smartphone

Google Pixel 4a 5G Smartphone camera lens

Royale FlexPai 2 5G Foldable Phone

The Royale FlexPai 2 5G Foldable Phone is another cool item on our list of the best smartphones of 2020. This phone has a seamless, stepless 3S hinge that integrates with the screen. So it’s a 5G phone that opens with just one hand, giving you easy access to a larger screen. Also, this phone is as durable as it is gorgeous.


Motorola One 5G HD Smartphone

The Motorola One 5G HD Smartphone features a quad-lens rear camera, so it’s great for photography enthusiasts. The included lenses are a 48-megapixel primary sensor with an eight-megapixel ultrawide camera, a five-megapixel macro camera, and a two-megapixel depth sensor. So you should be good for all of your on-the-go photos. With its 5G connectivity, this phone is great for professionals.

Motorola One 5G HD Smartphone

Motorola One 5G HD Smartphone in a person’s hand

ZTE Axon 20 5G Under-Display Camera Smartphone

The ZTE Axon 20 5G Under-Display Camera Smartphone is on our list of the best smartphones of 2020 because its camera has practically zero bezels. Instead, there’s just a thin border around the display. This phone also boasts a special display material with an innovative driver circuit.


Samsung Galaxy A42 5G Quad-Camera Phone

The Samsung Galaxy A42 5G Quad-Camera Phone is an excellent midrange phone at an affordable price. With its four-camera setup, this is a phone that’s great if you love snapping photos. Also, the 6.6-inch OLED screen gives you a crystal-clear way to see your final images and watch videos online.

 

Samsung Galaxy A42 5G Quad Camera Phone

Samsung Galaxy A42 5G Quad-Camera Phone on a white background

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G Folding Smartphone

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G Folding Smartphone has a super-thin, six-millimeter body with a minimal gap between the screens. This means it’s easy to hold and fits comfortably in your pocket. So you might finally want to jump on the folding smartphone craze. And, with its 5G connectivity, this phone can keep up with you all day long.


Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G and Note20 Ultra 5G Mystic Color Smartphones

The Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G and Note20 Ultra 5G Mystic Color Smartphones are beautiful to look at. Designed to boost your productivity, they feature fast processors and an advanced chipset. They also give you all-day battery life, so they’re phones you can count on. Finally, both of these smartphones come with an S Pen.

Samsung Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra Mystic Color Smartphones

Samsung Galaxy Note20 and Note20 Ultra Mystic Color Smartphones in color options

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G Foldable Smartphone

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G Foldable Smartphone is on our list of the best 5G smartphones of 2020 because of its Snapdragon 865 processor that can stand up to your browsing and streaming needs. Its Flex mode even reconfigures the software when you fold the phone and will continue to play YouTube that way.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G Foldable Smartphone

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G Foldable Smartphone folded

Motorola Moto G 5G Plus Affordable Phone

The Motorola Moto G 5G Plus Affordable Phone has an impressive two-day battery life. It has a 5,000 mAh battery, and the TurboCharging feature gives you hours of power in a few minutes. Also, this 5G smartphone boasts four cameras for the perfect selfie as well as ultrawide photos, blurred portraits, and more.


Well, that’s a wrap of the best 5G smartphones in 2020. Are you ready to buy yours? Let us know which of these 5G smartphones you think is the perfect match for you in the comments.

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