Top Android Smartphones of 2018: Market Trends and Best Picks

Overview of Leading Android Phones in 2018

The Android smartphone market in 2018 features several notable devices competing for consumers' attention:

The Samsung Galaxy S9 and Note 8 remain top contenders due to their advanced features.

Xiaomi launched the Mi 6 and Mi 6 Plus, offering competitive specs at affordable prices.

The ZTE Axon 9, with its impressive specs and budget-friendly pricing, gained popularity.

HTC introduced the U12 with Snapdragon 845 capabilities.

OnePlus 6, known for value and quality, was also among the year’s best options.

Modular design enthusiasts favored the Moto Z2 Force, recognized as one of the top Android phones.

The LG V30+ was unveiled in October, gaining acclaim as a premium device.

Expert reviews highlighted Xperia XZ2 with its 5.7-inch display and Xperia XZ3 with a 6.0-inch screen as notable contenders.

Budget-friendly Android phones with discounts available in 2018 include:

Trade-in offers from Verizon provide up to 50% off on models like Google Pixel 2, Galaxy Note 8, LG V30, and Moto Z2 Force.

Sprint's promotional deals, such as “buy one, get one free,” enable customers to acquire new Android devices at significant discounts. For example, the Galaxy S9 can be purchased for approximately $297 with an 18-month lease plan.

An evaluation of user reviews and comparisons led to the top 10 Android smartphones of 2018:

At number 10, the HTC U11 is available around $650.

In ninth place, the Galaxy Note 8 with a price of about $900.

The Moto Z2 Play ranks eighth at approximately $500.

LG G6, at roughly $460, is seventh, while Essential PH-1, at around $450, is sixth.

Fifth place goes to the Moto X4 at $300, with LG V30 at about $740 in fourth.

The top three positions are held by the OnePlus 6 (~$500), Galaxy S9 (~$719), and Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL (~$600).