Best Premium Flagship Phone to buy this May: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, iPhone 16 and more
Here are the best premium flagship smartphones that you can buy in this May. The list includes Samsung’s S25 Ultra and three more devices.
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If you are thinking about upgrading your phone in this May, you are in luck – Indian smartphone space is packed with some best flagship devices that we have seen in a while. Whether you are after speed, great cameras, long battery life, or just want a phone that feels the top-class in your hand, there is something for everyone here. Of course, these phones do not come cheap, but they make it with powerful characteristics that can easily last you for a few years. From famous names like Samsung, Apple, OnePlus and Vivo, here are some of the best premium flagship phones that you can buy now.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra is for anyone who wants everything in an Android smartphone. It has a large 6.9-inch QHD+ AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, providing a bright and fluid experience that you are watching or browsing the video. It runs on Snapdragon 8 Elite Processor, which promotes it to notice the Galaxy S24 Ultra. The 5,000mAh battery keeps well, powering through a whole day. Camera lover will appreciate the 200-megapixel primary rear camera, which also captures sharp and detailed shots in the difficult lighting. Other highlights include a durable titanium frame, IP68 security, an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and of course, powerful pens.
iPhone 16
Apple’s standard iPhone 16 may not have “Pro” tag, but it still brings a lot to the table. Powered by the company’s in-house A18 chip, it offers smooth and efficient performance, whether you are editing videos or playing heavy games. Like the Pro model, it supports the AAA title – a growing trend that Apple started with the iPhone 15 Pro. The 48-megapixel main camera takes pictures of sharp, true-to-life, and the flat amoled screen adds to the premium feel. It runs on iOS 18, which means long -term software support and regular updates. If you want a large screen and a large battery, the iPhone 16 Plus is considering.
OnePlus 13
OnePlus 13 OnePlus 12 takes all that takes everything and makes it better. Like the S25 Ultra, it is also operated by Snapdragon 8 Elite Chip, which means that it is designed for sharp, smooth performance whether you are gaming, working, or simply scrolling through apps. The phone comes up to 24GB RAM, with a surprising 6.8-inch AMOLED display with a quad-ghumavdar edges and a super-edged QHD+ resolution. OnePlus has also packed in a large 6,000mAh battery which is easily one day and something else. With extra such as an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, IP69 water resistance, glove mode, and a sharp USB 3.2 port, it is a great all-round package starting from Rs 69,999.
Vivo X200 Pro
If you want a premium features without paying apple and samsung level flagship prices, then Vivo X200 Pro is another great option worth considering. It comes with a beautiful quad-trichumdar AMOLED display that supports a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. Powering the phone is MediaTek Demispis 9400 Chip, which handles day-to-day functions and easily multitasking. A standout feature is its huge 6,000mAh battery paired with 90W fast charging, so you are not low on electricity for a long time. The camera setup is the place where Vivo actually shines-especially the 200-megapixel periscope lens, which also performs well in low light. It comes in a single, loaded version with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage.