Everyone knows the most exciting smartphones launch in the back half of the calendar. Samsung’s foldables, Google’s latest Pixels, and of course the iPhone 17 are all tipped to come out after June, if rumors are to be believed. Having said that, we can still celebrate the phones that have already come out in 2025. Why not? There are no laws against it.
While it’s true that this list will focus mostly on non-flagship models, that doesn’t mean they aren’t worthy of praise. So far, 2025 has brought us plenty of interesting smartphones at compelling prices, as well as a couple of bona fide flagships that are worth your attention.
So, here are the best smartphones from the first half of 2025. To be clear, this list is not ranked in any particular order. These are just five good phones, folks.
Google Pixel 9a
The Pixel 9a is a great value.
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