@@nayyuuuuuuiu853 Nope,it's great👍 But every phone camera is bad comparing to somw budget canon camera,of course...s24U is not avarege😉👍 You never owned a flagship, you actually don't know🤷♂️
I’ve got myself a iPhone 16 Pro Max after upgrading from iPhone XR. All of the people say this year was horrible to upgrade, but they always compare it with 15/14 series of iPhone. For me this was a game changing jump in every aspect. Respect to s24 ultra, my friend has it and we compare daily things, but I enjoy my device more and he enjoy his more
@ twins! Which color and whats your favorite function so far? Ive been appreciating most the insane battery life, 4x the storage so I dont need to delete pics for updates and just overall refreshing feel 120hz/A18 Pro chip
Best budget: Nothing Phone 2a Best Mid range: Pixel 8a Best Value: One+ 12 Foldable: One+ Open Apex Edition Best Camera Phone: Pixel 9 Pro XL Underated: iPhone 16 Plus Best iPhone: 16 Pro Max Best Phone: Galaxy S24 Ultra
@@timotei3937It's great in overall but only problem i faced is battery drain issues, I am using 25w charger for charging so this might be the reason but I'm not satisfied with battery backup
@PandeyPranjalYT Samsung with flagship exynos is still a flagship because I've owned one before its galaxy note 10+ and now it was used by mother still can compete with new midrange devices despite it was 5+ years older now.
@@PandeyPranjalYTbut this year the chip sets changing ... Guess what .. iPhone and Samsung are dust as soon as Google uses big boy chip sets like Samsung and iPhone it's literally gonna be game over for all phones
I know that Iphone 16 Pro Max is in like the top 5 of best phones but its still funny that he needs an additional category for this phone to be in this video.
I'm still in absolute love with my Pixel 6 Pro. The only thing I wish it had is facial recognition. It still kicks butt in every aspect for me today and is my favorite design. Once it no longer gets updates in 2026 I will be looking at the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Nice video, Nick! Merry Christmas! 🎄
I like the variety Nick!! I was surprised but pleased as well that the 16 plus made the list!! I made my choice for the 16 plus this year over the 16 Pro Max because it had the A1 18 I like the colors better I like the camera arrangement better than the 15 plus and you’re right if you looked on the net for tech enthusiasts they don’t even talk about the 16 plus but I don’t regret my decision. It’s a workhorse and it’s a very solid powerful smart phone that I have really love and have enjoyed!!
I would have agreed with the Nothing 2a taking best budget but the camera was a great disappointment. The colors and the processing lag was just too annoying. Other than that it was great. Battery was top notch and its refreshing to see an even bezel screen for its price range. Of course, what's uncontested this year is the S24 Ultra. Funny enough, it came out in January yet nobody was able to beat it. Its just that good
I will stay with the iPhones pro for efficiency and shape! I had Samsung before and it is simply excellent but that rectangular screen shape simply doesn’t go with my personal taste and classy looking that I like!
I love my S24U, it's my first Note/Ultra Galaxy and now I know what people mean when they say that is the most complete Android. I love how cheap phones are getting close to the flagship phones tho.
Something I didn't think anyone is talking about is how all the newer phones have cameras that stick out past the edge of the phone. That makes me so afraid to drop it.
Dex should also be mentioned, as this can only be found on Samsung and can actually be very useful if you only have a monitor and no computer. Samsung offers the possibility to turn the S24 Ultra into a computer with which you can also work very well.
My phone of the year is a easy choice...the S24 Ultra is a features king. The camera, battery, it charges very fast.updates..just a winner..and I don't use it for games even though it does great for those. I multi task alot though...just great for doing things out and about..typing on the Pixel 9 pro XL for this comment though.
Iphones camera, video quality, battery life and its processor is better than 24 ultra. I would choose 16 pro max even if i use my s23 ultras s pen a lot. 16 pro max is also significantly less overheats in gaming as well.
@@TanveerAhmed-dk3rpnot on social media but iphone can maintain a it's video /photo quality on social media s24 can't the quality will reduce when you post
S24 is so desirable. I have the OnePlus 10t and charges to full in 19 minutes. I want the OnePlus 13 cheap. I want AMOLED, fast charging and flat screen.
I don’t know about those channels, I didn’t watch their videos, I picked it because there just isn’t any phone that beats S24 Ultra handily it is a such a well rounded phone and does fail to deliver in any area.
@@_WF23 yes, even MKHBD showing his Google Pixel 9 Pro XL as his daily driver, then all of a sudden i was surprised s24u is the best phone of 2024, really confusing
Oneplus 12 has great design also great shape curved screen but it has lack of camera quality like google pixel 9 pro xl or Iphone. Vivo x200 pro camera better than Samsung also iphone. Sony 1 mark 6 it has lot to offer. Nick you should abseloutly add Sony phone speed test
iPhone is best for social (texting, FaceTime). Other than that the S24U would be my choice. If I had the money I would definitely snag the S24U immediately to go along with my iPhone. Extremely impressive phone but Apple still got me locked in.
S24 ultra ❤
And I don’t think that you are old enough to comment ah TH-cam comments 😭
Ade mamath lankawe bn 😂😂😂😂
😂😂
Camera is average. Dxomark
@@nayyuuuuuuiu853 Nope,it's great👍
But every phone camera is bad comparing to somw budget canon camera,of course...s24U is not avarege😉👍 You never owned a flagship, you actually don't know🤷♂️
Totally agree that the S24U is the best overall. Great video.
@@shankarmuralidhar7836 no
No. Way
I’ve got myself a iPhone 16 Pro Max after upgrading from iPhone XR. All of the people say this year was horrible to upgrade, but they always compare it with 15/14 series of iPhone. For me this was a game changing jump in every aspect. Respect to s24 ultra, my friend has it and we compare daily things, but I enjoy my device more and he enjoy his more
I also upgraded from XR to 16 Pro max :)
@ twins! Which color and whats your favorite function so far? Ive been appreciating most the insane battery life, 4x the storage so I dont need to delete pics for updates and just overall refreshing feel 120hz/A18 Pro chip
currently have the Xr🙂
Very happy to see this comment! 😊
@@CivicEK XR to 16 pro for me
Pixel 9 pro XL is my pick😊
Best budget: Nothing Phone 2a
Best Mid range: Pixel 8a
Best Value: One+ 12
Foldable: One+ Open Apex Edition
Best Camera Phone: Pixel 9 Pro XL
Underated: iPhone 16 Plus
Best iPhone: 16 Pro Max
Best Phone: Galaxy S24 Ultra
@@Ivan-up7ny what's the point of the best iphone category? It just chooses the latest pro max every year?
I agree with 99% I just think the pixel 9 pro XL is the android phone of the year.
@@katinasoutherland7693 S24 ultra is more popular though and it is just personal preference.
How you give Best camera award to pixel .. pixel has one of the worst potrait mode . It really goes to iphone 16 pro or vivo x200 pro
@@rakeshjakhar9383 Fr, and people said the Vivo is like an actual camera.
S24 Ultra 😍 😍
your videos are such a delight to watch
Watching on my S24 Ultra
How is it? Any complains?
Me too ❤
@@timotei3937It's great in overall but only problem i faced is battery drain issues, I am using 25w charger for charging so this might be the reason but I'm not satisfied with battery backup
I’m on the 16 Pro Max. Lifelong Apple user, but Samsung is very tempting for my next upgrade in the next 3 years
Good phone indeed, Samsung is probably the best pick if you want a different experience that is going to offer you improvements over using the iPhone
I have made the switch a few months back and enjoyed the experience so far. Refreshing change after 15 years on IOS.
Samsung ❤
Awesome video Nick! I hope Ms Ackerman and your son have a wonderful and blessed holiday coming up
Would love it if you can get your hands on the oppo find x8 and x8 pro
Absolutely great list ❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hey Nick, you really put a lot of effort into your videos with such detailed information. Highly appreciated
Thanks for the kind words, I appreciate you watching!
Team Pixel 100%
Best small phone: Google Pixel 9 Pro. Underrated phone: Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus
Tensor & Exynos are a big NO
no
@PandeyPranjalYT Samsung with flagship exynos is still a flagship because I've owned one before its galaxy note 10+ and now it was used by mother still can compete with new midrange devices despite it was 5+ years older now.
@@PandeyPranjalYTbut this year the chip sets changing ... Guess what .. iPhone and Samsung are dust as soon as Google uses big boy chip sets like Samsung and iPhone it's literally gonna be game over for all phones
@@lancehall7505 true that.
Great list!! ❤ My favorite is pixel 9 pro fold
That’s a good choice!
My neighbour got the new X200 from Vivo the camera on that is absolutely phenomenal especially at the price point.
@@daledevernon56 yep it's the best camera phone!
S24 Ultra is the best!!
@@daysofdes yes 💝
no
Camera avg. Dxomark
Boxy design ruins it for me
Stop screaming, dude
OnePlus 12 🙋
Good list Samsung is king 👑✊🏿
no
@me5425 okay bro 💀
Yes@@me5425
Pixel 9 and 9 pro are also underdated,somehow people forgets small phones
I know that Iphone 16 Pro Max is in like the top 5 of best phones but its still funny that he needs an additional category for this phone to be in this video.
Finally a reviewer that is clearly ahead of all the rest. Thank you for your clear, honest, and non bias review.
I'm still in absolute love with my Pixel 6 Pro. The only thing I wish it had is facial recognition. It still kicks butt in every aspect for me today and is my favorite design. Once it no longer gets updates in 2026 I will be looking at the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Nice video, Nick! Merry Christmas! 🎄
Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄
I like the variety Nick!! I was surprised but pleased as well that the 16 plus made the list!! I made my choice for the 16 plus this year over the 16 Pro Max because it had the A1 18 I like the colors better I like the camera arrangement better than the 15 plus and you’re right if you looked on the net for tech enthusiasts they don’t even talk about the 16 plus but I don’t regret my decision. It’s a workhorse and it’s a very solid powerful smart phone that I have really love
and have enjoyed!!
What about iPhone 16 in your opinion?
Great video Nick, I do think that the Google pixel’s have really great cameras and software support that would be my pick of the year
You are talking so fair and we are loving your content Nick, keep up ❤🙏
I'm glad you are enjoying the content, thanks for watching!
You can easily spot the S24 Ultra among all those phones. It has the best design out of all phones in the video
Plus to all this, it is the only one with an anti-glare screen)
I hate the design. Too boxyyyyy
I might say the most unique: yes, you can already spot it. Also it looks like a business class device.
@@dougspry3101Trust me it grows on you fast. Makes it easily stand out
@iamtharunraj You can easily spot it because it looks like a bathroom tile.
I have S24 U and S23 U and i agree that, thanx video
You're welcome
Wow Nick you surprised me only 1 iPhone. I agree with all of your picks. Thanks for the video homie. Keep up the good work
Nice video
nice vidéo ❤
I pick the best phone with decent specs that you can swap a fresh batt in anytime, has sd card, and audio jack - my Xcover6 Pro.
What about the iPhone 15 PM? It is just always getting left out, and I honestly prefer it over the 16 Plus.
Nobody wants a toaster
It's not a 2024 device
I would have agreed with the Nothing 2a taking best budget but the camera was a great disappointment. The colors and the processing lag was just too annoying. Other than that it was great. Battery was top notch and its refreshing to see an even bezel screen for its price range. Of course, what's uncontested this year is the S24 Ultra. Funny enough, it came out in January yet nobody was able to beat it. Its just that good
Yeah I was hoping the camera would be a little better
The nothing phone will always have a place in everyones heart 🍷🗿
iPhone 16 is best compact phone of the year bcoz I owned it 😊
Hey bro Nick I really like that screen protector, what's the name?
Great job nick. I think iPhone 16 pro was number 1
Very nice video
S24 ultra is amazing with lots of amazing features but I still prefer my 16 pro max, had the s24 but I just can't deal with the android OS
Love my pixel 8a
Oneplus 12 👏🏽
I will stay with the iPhones pro for efficiency and shape! I had Samsung before and it is simply excellent but that rectangular screen shape simply doesn’t go with my personal taste and classy looking that I like!
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, The Best Smartphone ever made🔥🔥🔥
16 pro for me. Offers the most flagship experience in my opinion
Ya, Maybe soft corner for s24u bcoz it launched earlier.
it would have to be the pro Max.
@@thetechlibrarian its just bigger (too big for my liking). The only benefit to it is the battery but im fine woth the 16 pro battery
I really want a s25 yes😢
Oneplus 12 💯✅🥰
The OnePlus Open is my phone of the year despite being a year old. The S24 Ultra is my runner up.
Nice choices! Both excellent products!
@@nickackermanchannelready for the Jan 25th Samsung S25 Ultra event? Can't wait.
10:13
3.5mm jack be like - Say that again 😂
Best phone - 16 pro max
Switched from s23 ultra to 16 pro max
Huge upgrade
You support on Samsung Galaxy s24 ultra 11:05
I really like the OnePlus 12. When ill switch my phone ill defenetly get the oneplus 13 or the future 14 depending on which ill prefer
I love how the S24U instantly stands out from the rest. THE BOX. It's so sad that they're abandoning this form factor.
I love my S24U, it's my first Note/Ultra Galaxy and now I know what people mean when they say that is the most complete Android.
I love how cheap phones are getting close to the flagship phones tho.
Hey man, make a video on best foldable phones of the year.
I'm looking forward for the oneplus open with 8 elite.
That will make it even more of a beast
Something I didn't think anyone is talking about is how all the newer phones have cameras that stick out past the edge of the phone. That makes me so afraid to drop it.
U still haven’t used vivo x200 pro. Use it your opinion will change
Don’t plan on it, not a US market phone.
@@nickackermanchannel Hi i have a question
The software ain't good tho. The camera sure is amazing
@@nickackermanchannel based
Dex should also be mentioned, as this can only be found on Samsung and can actually be very useful if you only have a monitor and no computer. Samsung offers the possibility to turn the S24 Ultra into a computer with which you can also work very well.
Pixel for life❤❤❤🎉🎉 happy Christmas to Nick ackerman
CMF = the new fire phone. A man was killed last month overseas when the battery 🔋 caught fire causing him to crash his motorcycle. So sad
what do you guys think about xiaomi 14 T pro
Great for the price
@@Kesharagimhan it's not
@@me5425 any reasons?
It's awesome
Seems that samsung pays to every blogger to say that round edged, slow charging and too big phone is the best.
I feel the same way too, but s24u is not their daily driver,
Iphone 16 Pro Max gang here
Your gang is small but not to worry I am also a part of it❤
Me too
@@appu5ful W
Here.
@@Gogeta_EditZ_123 👑
s24 ultra really killed it this year
no
@me5425 yes
@@radvjz no
@@radvjz no
Gunggung @@me5425
Just bought the iphone 16 pro, but I was very close buying S24 ultra
Nick bro i went 4 days ago and picked d S24 ultra BUT am disappointed with the battery performance. It drains so fast 😢
Cool vid bro
Vivo fans are crying 😭
Pixel and Samsung user here ♥️♥️♥️♥️
My phone of the year is a easy choice...the S24 Ultra is a features king. The camera, battery, it charges very fast.updates..just a winner..and I don't use it for games even though it does great for those. I multi task alot though...just great for doing things out and about..typing on the Pixel 9 pro XL for this comment though.
Vivo x200pro?
s24 plus is also good if you are not a fan of the ultra screen size
Iphones camera, video quality, battery life and its processor is better than 24 ultra. I would choose 16 pro max even if i use my s23 ultras s pen a lot. 16 pro max is also significantly less overheats in gaming as well.
Camera better on samsung in most reviews
@@TanveerAhmed-dk3rps24 Ultra beat iPhone 16 Pro Max by 10% in Mrwhostheboss video
@@TanveerAhmed-dk3rpnot on social media but iphone can maintain a it's video /photo quality on social media s24 can't the quality will reduce when you post
I agree with you
@@TanveerAhmed-dk3rp no
What about the Xiaomi 14 Ultra?
Please watch the video, as I stated if the phone was not available for the North American US market it is not making my list
@nickackermanchannel ok, was a simple question.
S24 is so desirable. I have the OnePlus 10t and charges to full in 19 minutes. I want the OnePlus 13 cheap. I want AMOLED, fast charging and flat screen.
why every youtuber choosing the s 24 ultra , mkbhd, Mr whose the boss , nick and others 🤔
I don’t know about those channels, I didn’t watch their videos, I picked it because there just isn’t any phone that beats S24 Ultra handily it is a such a well rounded phone and does fail to deliver in any area.
Everyone picks the s24 ultra, but it isn’t even their main phone that they use, so they’re basically lying.
@@_WF23 AU fait, ce n'est pas parce que McLaren est championne du monde en F1, qu'on va quitter soit Ferrari, ou Mercedes ...
@@_WF23 yes, even MKHBD showing his Google Pixel 9 Pro XL as his daily driver, then all of a sudden i was surprised s24u is the best phone of 2024, really confusing
Oneplus 12 has great design also great shape curved screen but it has lack of camera quality like google pixel 9 pro xl or Iphone. Vivo x200 pro camera better than Samsung also iphone. Sony 1 mark 6 it has lot to offer. Nick you should abseloutly add Sony phone speed test
My s24 ultra holding its head high 😊
Pixel 8 pro xl or s24 plus?!
@@loitersquadX doesn't exist
@me5425 9 pro
S24 ultra theme name plz
Not a theme it is One UI 7 Beta 2
I got a F5 pro 12/256gb last week in perfect condition for 178usd
Hell yeah! s24 ultra
Don't really think the Nothing phones are viable for US market. Seems very limited in coverage.
Wallpaper for iPhone 16 plus please???😉
the only thing I Like about Pixel 8A is the size of it.
S24 ultra
Same point but my Best Camera is Vivo x200 pro and best Phone of the year is s24Ultra.
Waiting on the s25 ultra to drop next year 😣
Most techie choses s24U as pjone of the year 🥳🥳🥳
iPhone 16PM & Pixel 9pro XL are the 2 Kings of the year.
One Plus 12 ❤
iPhone 16 pro max like 😊1 tb storage
iPhone is best for social (texting, FaceTime). Other than that the S24U would be my choice. If I had the money I would definitely snag the S24U immediately to go along with my iPhone. Extremely impressive phone but Apple still got me locked in.
Upgraded from the s21+ to the s24 ultra earlier this year and when i say 🤌🏾🤌🏾 chefs kiss
Nothing and CMF really hit it out of the park this year.
iPhone ❤
Still a top contender
You forgot the 7 years of support and the anti reflective screen on s24 ultra.
@lakkadbagga let's keep it real people who get these kind of phones.Don't stick around with the same phone for7 years🤣
Anti reflective display is useless
@@me5425 i have the tab s10+ and i don't think it's useless at all. So speak for yourself.