Every month, AnTuTu, one of the most popular applications for testing smartphone performance, releases the ranking of the most powerful smartphones based on the average score obtained from user tests. The ranking is divided into two categories: that of the flagships, i.e. the high-end models with the most advanced processor, and that of the sub-flagships, i.e. the mid-range models with the second-line processor.
The ranking of the most powerful smartphones of the last month (AnTuTu) has been released
La October 2023 ranking does not present many surprises compared to the previous month, given that there have not been many new smartphone launches in this period. However, there is some interesting data to analyze, especially when it comes to comparing different processors and different brands.
In the flagship category, the podium is occupied by three models equipped with iSnapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, the most powerful chip of the moment. It's about the OnePlus Ace 2 Pro,iQOO 11S and Red Magic 8S Pro+. The first confirms itself in first place with an average score of 1662767, followed by the second with 1645443 and the third with 1629654. These three models stand out for their high-level technical characteristics, such as the 24 GB RAM memory, the 2K AMOLED screen and 480 Hz touch sampling rate.
Il OnePlus Ace 2 Pro it is also the only model with a 1 TB RAM memory, which gives it a competitive advantage in terms of storage space. Furthermore, it has a relatively low price compared to other flagships, which makes it very attractive for users looking for maximum performance at a low cost.
THEiQOO 11S instead, it is one of the few models with one Samsung E6 2K screen, which offers superior visual quality to other AMOLED panels. He also has one battery from 6000 mAh and with a quick charge from 120 W, which guarantees excellent autonomy and fast charging.
Il Red Magic 8S Pro+ it is the only model in the top three to have one internal fan for cooling, which allows it to maintain stable performance even under stress. It is a smartphone dedicated to gaming, with an aggressive design and a series of specific functions for gamers, such as pressure triggers and dedicated software.
Sub-flagship category
For the most powerful smartphones in the sub-flagship category, however, the situation is very different. The first place is occupied by realme GT Neo5SEa average score of 1149733, followed by the Redmi Notes 12 Turbo, with 1148560. Both of these models are equipped with the Snapdragon 7+Gen 2 processor, which makes them significantly superior to other sub-flagships with MediaTek Dimensity processors. Third place is in fact occupied byiQOO Neo7 SEa average score of 959160, which mounts the Dimension 8200 processor.
The realme GT Neo5 SE and the Redmi Note 12 Turbo are two very similar models, both in terms of technical specifications and price. Both have one AMOLED screen from 6.7 inches and with a 120Hz refresh rate, 12 GB RAM and 256 GB internal memory. Both also have a back camera from 108 MP and 5000 mAh battery with 65W fast charging.
The main differences between the two models are in the design and software. The realme GT Neo5 SE has a more sober and elegant look, while the Redmi Note 12 Turbo has a sportier and more colorful look. The realme GT Neo5 SE also has an under-screen fingerprint sensor, while the Redmi Note 12 Turbo has it on the side. As for the software, the realme GT Neo5 SE uses realme UI 3.0 based on Android 12, while the Redmi Note 12 Turbo uses MIUI 13 based on Android 12.
THEiQOO Neo7 SE it is a mid-range model that still offers good performance thanks to the Dimension 8200 processor, which is one of the most powerful among those produced by MediaTek. He has one 6.6-inch LCD screen and with a 90 Hz refresh rate, 8 GB RAM and 128 GB internal memory. He has one back camera from 64 MP and 4500 mAh battery with 33W fast charging.
The AnTuTu ranking therefore shows us which are the most powerful smartphones of the moment, but also what the market trends are. Snapdragon dominates the flagship scene, while MediaTek tries to compete in the mid-range. OnePlus, iQOO and Red Magic are confirmed as the most performance-oriented brands, while realme and Redmi offer models balanced between quality and price.
We remember that AnTuTu It's a useful tool for comparing smartphone features, but it's not the only factor to consider when choosing a new device. In addition to performance, other aspects such as design, camera, battery life and user experience must be evaluated.
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