The Most Powerful Phones That Gamers Should Look Out for This 2021

The Most Powerful Phones That Gamers Should Look Out for This 2021

A vast array of flagship smartphones have already increased in popularity last year. However, there are still some that are worth checking out. Google, Huawei, Apple, Samsung, and some other brands came with flagship smartphones. And this year might not be any different. There is a huge possibility that gaming smartphones will continue to rise in popularity; thus dominating other smartphones. 

The Most Powerful Phones That Gamers Should Look Out for This 2021

But with all the available choices on the market, it is difficult to tell which one is worth buying. For this reason, we have compiled some of the most powerful gaming phones that are worth checking out.

2021’s Top Gaming Phones

Google Pixel 4A

The Google Pixel 4A is the most talked-about smartphone that arrived in 2020. The reason is that this device was supposed to be the more budget-friendly version of the Pixel 4, which was never launched in a number of countries including India. 

The Pixel 4A arrived last October. Its features include a 5.81-inch FHD+ OLED display and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 processor. In terms of the camera, the selfie camera is 8 megapixels, while the rear is 12.2 megapixels. Despite having only one rear camera, the Pixel 4A can give you an impressive photography experience. 

Moreover, this smartphone gives users the best of Google in an affordable package. It has a slick integration with Google Assistant along with a clean Android Interface. 

There is a downside, of course. The battery life is a bit mediocre, with only 3080mAh. For this reason, it will not last for an entire day on just a single charge. If you try to push it, you will have to grab your charger in the late afternoon. 

On the other hand, the design is divisive. The Pixel 4A is a curvy polycarbonate device that feels comfortable to grip. In addition, its lightweight makes it very easy to hold and use. There is a fingerprint scanner that is mounted on the device’s rear. The screen bezel is almost non-existent, and there is also a headphone jack.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20

This smartphone is also among the most rumored ones right now. At first glance, it looks like the typical Samsung Note hardware. The screen is big and vibrant and has small bezels. The sides are squared-off. Additionally, the device has the S Pen at the bottom. 

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 boasts a 6.64-inch OLED screen with a 2400 x 1080 resolution. The OLED panel provides excellent color and contrast. It makes the images displayed on the screen pop. in addition, you have the option to use either the native color gamut of the screen or the ultra-reserved sRGB. Notably, the latter is labeled “Natural” in the settings. It also supports HDR.

However, the downside is that the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 only has a refresh rate of 60Hz. It has a Snapdragon 865 Plus processor with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Needless to say, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 has the specs needed for gaming. And despite the low refresh rate, there is not any shortfall in terms of day to day performance.

The Most Powerful Phones That Gamers Should Look Out for This 2021

Apple iPhone 12

The Apple iPhone 12 is an expensive phone. It is packed with excellent features and specs, so you can say that the price is worth it. The device has an attractive design, which is a straightforward and complete approach to 5G.

It has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a 2532 x 1170 panel resolution. In addition, the iPhone 12 is HDR10 rated. This means that you can watch any videos that are recorded with the phone’s Dolby Vision-equipped rear camera in the way that they should be seen.

Moreover, the iPhone 12 is packed with the first 5-nanometer processor that is ever integrated into a smartphone. This is Apple’s new A14 Bionic. As a result, the iPhone 12 can deliver the best performance that never wavers out of all iPhones. 

According to Apple, the GPUP inside the A14 Bionic is faster by 50 percent in comparison to the one in the A13. Most mobile games right now do not always take full advantage of the rapid innovation of phone makers. Bu the Asphalt 9 Legends, a game that still feels occasionally laggy on higher-end Android smartphones, felt smooth on the iPhone 12. 

Lenovo Legion Gaming Phone

The Lenovo Legion Gaming Phone is a new contender when it comes to the gaming phone market. It is worth noting that this is the first gaming phone that the company has released. But the Lenovo Legion is already an excellent line of PCs and laptops that are focused on gaming. 

During its launch, the gaming phone has the top chipset available — the Snapdragon 865 Plus. It has either 12GB or 16GB of RAM as well as an AMOLED screen that has a refresh rate of 144Hz. These features provide vivid colors and smooth gameplay. In addition, there are dual front speakers that offer powerful audio. 

On the other hand, the battery life is long-lasting, allowing you to have uninterrupted gaming. The Lenovo Legion Gaming Phone is also the first phone to have 90W fast charging. This utilized both USB-C ports of the phone, allowing it to take only less than 30 minutes to get the phone powered from empty. 

The Most Powerful Phones That Gamers Should Look Out for This 2021

However, the device has one major downside — its software issues. Fortunately, the company can fix it with software updates. These software issues range from the untranslated text in the Legion gaming app and text notifications coming in the wrong color, making it hard to read. The phone also shuts down frequently for no particular reason. 

Still, the Lenovo Legion Gaming Phone is a smartphone that is worth checking out if you are planning to purchase one this year. It is great for gaming despite being the first gaming phone that Lenovo Legion has ever launched. 

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