From the iPhone 16 lineup to the affordable Google Pixel 8A, there’s no shortage of smartphone options. As 2024 comes to an end, here are CNET’s top phone picks from the past year.
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iPhone 16
Samsung Galaxy S24
Google Pixel 8A
iPhone 16 Pro
Motorola Razr Plus (2024)
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0:00 Intro
0:24 iPhone 16
1:44 Samsung Galaxy S24
02:37 Google Pixel 8A
3:30 iPhone 16 Pro
4:40 Motorola Razr Plus (2024)
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@princenemesis
November 17, 2024 at 10:57 am
No OnePlus no s24 ultra. You guys always favour iPhone
@christophermohamed4990
November 17, 2024 at 12:00 pm
Always two iPhones, never two Samsungs
@tyyohr1841
November 17, 2024 at 10:58 am
I traded my iPhone 15 pro for the Google 9 pro XL and let me tell you I am not kidding when I say it is worth every penny
@cassius6911
November 17, 2024 at 5:35 pm
Hey, is the camera and video quality top tier?
@jevonsims900
November 17, 2024 at 7:33 pm
Okay👍 Good for you downgrading to a Pixel.
@fespinales
November 17, 2024 at 11:04 am
No s24 ultra lol can’t take you guys serious
@TheLamont0914
November 17, 2024 at 11:17 am
1. Apple iphone 16
2. Samsung Galaxy S24
3. Google Pixel 8A
4. Apple iphone 16 Pro
5. Motorola Razor Plus
@TheWatcher-h5c
November 17, 2024 at 11:28 am
There’s a huge misconception that the consumer can demand and pretend there’s some kind of control over what they buy…this is pointless
@PassportBrosBusinessClass
November 17, 2024 at 11:44 am
I refused to upgrade from iPhone 14 Pro Max 1TB to iPhone 16 because they didn’t offer 2 TB storage. I’ll wait till iPhone 17 to waste that $1800.
I need my storage.
@mikezmac
November 17, 2024 at 12:09 pm
I doubt you’ll ever see 2T.
@PassportBrosBusinessClass
November 17, 2024 at 12:12 pm
@
They said the same about 1 TB.
No: we will see it in the 17.
The AI and camera files demand more space.
And if they don’t- I’ll wait till 18.
My 14 is going strong.
@PassportBrosBusinessClass
November 17, 2024 at 11:45 am
You will never get iOS users to jump ship to Android.
Android phones can fight amongst themselves.
@newfnshow031
November 17, 2024 at 12:06 pm
the pixel 8a is pretty low… it lags when multi tasking. You have been warned
@archangel115
November 17, 2024 at 12:43 pm
The Pixel 8A over the 9?
@BrianLambert
November 17, 2024 at 12:44 pm
No current generation Pixel? Instead, you list the 8a? Lol
@jevonsims900
November 17, 2024 at 8:17 pm
What’s wrong with the Pixel 8A? Some people like the iconic back visor Pixel look over the newer Pixel 9 iPhone design.
@mohammad.akaash1
November 17, 2024 at 1:01 pm
OnePlus and Huawei is also top rated phones
@Shailo510
November 17, 2024 at 1:17 pm
We know no one , cares about the other phones everybody care about Samsung and iPhone that’s it that’s all
@javtimestwo
November 17, 2024 at 1:30 pm
There will never be the perfect mobile phone and that’s ok because as consumers we want options, we want variety and the ability to shop around.
@omodo-a
November 17, 2024 at 1:36 pm
this list is biased at the least, Apple Intelligence hasn’t even fully rolled out and they have an iPhone at the top lmao
@Jayden-lr2mm
November 17, 2024 at 2:13 pm
Samsung Galaxy S24 and iPhone 16 Pro
@electrology
November 17, 2024 at 2:24 pm
Pixel 9 Pro has to be on this list
@jevonsims900
November 17, 2024 at 7:48 pm
Just goes to show not many people prefer Pixel over iPhone outside of Google paid YouTube reviewers.
@DisasterMaster3K
November 17, 2024 at 8:07 pm
@@jevonsims900I’m not paid by google. Stop capping
@Jambajakumba
November 17, 2024 at 2:27 pm
IPhone 16 haaa with 60h display ridiculous.
@steviecoleman9260
November 17, 2024 at 3:35 pm
False advertisement Apple doesn’t even have AI, shaking my damn head apple sheep. Sounds like an apple channel slobbering all over apple with DAM shame…
@tyronemourinho3449
November 17, 2024 at 3:53 pm
No S24 Ultra? Ridiculous.
@sawyerleemoore
November 17, 2024 at 4:23 pm
Galaxy S24 Ultra gang!
@steevehudon8941
November 17, 2024 at 4:36 pm
Can you opt out of AI apple intelligence ?
@StJamesPT
November 17, 2024 at 5:25 pm
Yes. It can be toggled on or off
@hikalox
November 17, 2024 at 5:16 pm
My better phone of 2024 in Jpan is OPPO A79 5G.
@physics77guy
November 17, 2024 at 6:52 pm
5 phones reviewed, 6 minute video, 4 minute spent on iPhone…..lol
@wahdis
November 17, 2024 at 7:02 pm
Cnet is always biased towards iphone. Iphone 16 is just incremental over the 15 yet they’re on the list. No s24 ultra, pixel pro or foldable. Biased
@jevonsims900
November 17, 2024 at 7:43 pm
The title of the video says, “OUR TOP 5 PHONES OF 2024”, how are you mad at Cnet for the smartphones they prefer???🤷♂️
@Lruiz3865
November 17, 2024 at 7:51 pm
Is it real that you said iPhone 16 is a good option but you also said galaxy S24 has downsides? Are you a fool or something? 👎
This video must be sponsored to you say that
@PaulYoung-i4m
November 17, 2024 at 8:43 pm
This just a promotion for these companies you not fooling anyone 😂
@MillenniumFalcon
November 17, 2024 at 9:04 pm
I really want that Motorola Razer. It just looks too fun. Thanks for the review and thoughts.
@rosariodagosto6484
November 17, 2024 at 9:16 pm
who going to remember all these software upgrades
features in a years time just a phone bro . .. phone..!😊😊
@lucasbeven4941
November 17, 2024 at 11:29 pm
I love my S24. My favorite thing is the compact size, good battery life, and beautiful screen.
@sudiptokumar986
November 18, 2024 at 2:39 am
pro tip in India pixel 8a is costlier than pixel 8
@miyambomumba2584
November 18, 2024 at 6:36 am
My list for 2024;
– iPhone 13
– end of the list 😂
@naruto6918
November 18, 2024 at 8:10 am
Why don’t write Top 5 phone of USA or Apple 😂 ?
@kwanziquadrillion525
November 18, 2024 at 9:16 am
A few days ago, I used an iPhone. Still can’t believe you can’t put the cursor where your want when typing. Plus no clipboard. I would never consider using an iPhone. Apple should focus on making the products user friendly
@DavyoInVegas
November 18, 2024 at 9:20 am
The entire iPhone 16 series is an insult to us loyal iPhone users, I’ve upgraded every year since the first generation but I’m keeping my my 15 Pro and will be seeing what happens with the IPhone 17 series and I will also be looking at the Samsung Galaxy S25 series.
Apple is definitely making me consider switching to Samsung.
@annmarie6675
November 18, 2024 at 9:39 am
Pixel 9 pro for me.
@CNET
November 18, 2024 at 12:08 pm
Check out the full list on CNET.com: Best Phone to Buy for 2024
@autumnmatthews3179
November 18, 2024 at 12:47 pm
I upgraded my iPhone 14 base model to the 16. I’ve never worried about the refresh rate but being in the UK it would be nice to get some of those Apple Intelligence features