(Revised on: July 26, 2022)
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and the upcoming Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 may be the newest chips available. However, if you're looking to purchase a high-end phone at a great price, the Snapdragon 888 chipset is now the one to beat.
The Snapdragon 888 chipset was used in the majority of high-end and ultra-premium smartphones throughout 2021. Many Snapdragon 888 smartphones were released in India between 2020 and 2022, and they are still an excellent daily-use chipset. So, for your convenience, we've put together this list of the best smartphones powered by the Snapdragon 888 chipset.
Noose 9 Pro
The OnePlus 9 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 CPU and Adreno 660 GPU. It has a 6.7-inch QHD+ AMOLED screen with support for HDR10+ playback and a dynamic refresh rate of up to 120Hz. Up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage are available for the phone. OxygenOS 12 is also used, which is based on Android 12. A 4,500mAh battery within the smartphone allows for both 50W and 65W fast wireless charging. In India, the OnePlus 9 Pro is priced at Rs. 49,999.
Genuine GT 2
The Realme GT 2 is a performance-oriented smartphone that runs on the Snapdragon 888. It has a 6.62-inch AMOLED screen with a refresh rate of 120 Hz, HDR10+ compatibility, and a maximum brightness of 1300 nits. The phone's Corning Gorilla Glass 5 provides further protection. Stereo speakers, a 5,000mAh battery with 65W rapid charging, and an under-display fingerprint sensor are all included. In India, the Realme GT 2 will set you back Rs. 34,999.
"iQOO 9 SE"
The Snapdragon 888 powers the iQOO 9 SE, which has a modern appearance. The phone has a 6.62-inch, 120Hz AMOLED screen with a maximum brightness of 1200 nits. The smartphone also has stereo speakers, a 4,500mAh battery that supports 66W rapid charging, and an under-display fingerprint sensor. The 8GB + 128GB edition of the iQOO 9 SE costs Rs. 33,990 in India.
Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G from Samsung
The Snapdragon 888 CPU powers the foldable, clamshell Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3. It has a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The device's 1.9-inch Super AMOLED cover display and HDR10+ capabilities are both included. Additionally, the phone has AKG-tuned stereo speakers and a 3,300mAh battery that supports both 10W and 15W wireless charging. In India, the Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G will set you back 84,999.