The 10 best 5G mobiles of the moment (2020) - The Happy Android

5G is here. During the last year and a half, operators have done their homework and 5G networks are increasingly widespread globally. Although having a mobile with 5G at the moment is not going to change your life, it can be a more than interesting investment for the future in a few months.

4 types of 5G

When talking about 5G connections, we must bear in mind that there are - or will be - something like 4 types of 5G: those of low, medium, high band and the DSS. Low, medium and high band connections range from very large coverage but not much speed, to very beast speeds but with very little actual coverage.

The “DSS” technology for its part refers to the way in which transmission waves are shared between 4G and 5G. Something that will help telemarketers reduce the capacity of their 4G networks while 5G "flourishes". Which will be a wonder for users with 5G devices, but a potential danger for longtime 4G users. Note: if you want to know more about 5G take a look at this other POST.

The 10 best 5G mobiles that we can find today

In the coming months, telephone manufacturers will adapt and introduce more and more mobile phones that are compatible with 5G networks. However, at the moment this is a feature that except for a couple of models is currently only available in high-end premium terminals.

1- Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20 Plus / S20 Ultra

If you have the desire and the necessary resources to get a Galaxy S20, in any of its variants, it is probably the safest bet within mobile phones with 5G. On the one hand we have a mobile with an AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate that looks spectacular, Snapdragon 865 / Exynos 990 CPU, 12GB of RAM, 128GB of internal space in its most basic version (there are also variants with 256GB / 512GB) , a 4,000mAh / 4,500mAh battery and a camera packed with software tricks to take the best possible photos.

If you are looking for the best possible specs, take a look at the Galaxy S20 Ultra, which includes a better camera, more battery and a larger screen. | Approximate price: 882.95€ – 1163.95€

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2- OnePlus 8/8 Pro

The OnePlus 8 is one of the best smartphones of the moment, and considering that it incorporates 5G as standard, it is also one of the best 5G mobiles. Connectivity aside, one of the biggest points in favor of this OnePlus is its large 6.5 / 6.7-inch AMOLED screen, with a density of 513ppi and a refresh rate of 120Hz that makes everything move much more fluid.

Of course it also mounts a latest generation Snpadragon 865 processor and a RAM that can reach up to 12GB in its most powerful variant. How could it be otherwise, the main camera is quadruple in its "Pro" variant, and as a curious detail, mention that this is the first OnePlus to offer wireless charging and protection against water. Yeah | Approximate price: 742.81€ – 1009€

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3- Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 5G

One of the cheapest 5G smartphones that we can find today. The Xiaomi terminal mounts a 6.3 ”FullHD + screen, with Snapdragon 855 CPU, 6GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The battery reaches 3,800mAh and the main camera is a 12MP Sony IMX363 Exmor with f / 1.8 aperture and 1.40µm pixels. Mobile with excellent performance in all sections, although it is a bit heavy (225gr). | Approximate price: 349€

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4- Oppo Reno Ace 2

The Oppo Reno Ace 2 is the improved version of the Oppo Reno 5G of 2019, with a more powerful SoC, Android 10 and a lighter weight than its predecessor. A 5G terminal that mounts a 6.55 ”FHD + screen, 48MP and f / 1.7 quadruple main camera, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. If we are also fans of mechas in general and Evangelion in particular, you will be happy to know that there is a supercool limited edition based on the EVA-01 called Oppo Reno Ace 2 EVA Limited Edition that is truly amazing. Best of all, comparing it with the rest of the premium terminals on this list, it is one of the cheapest alternatives. | Approximate price: 548€ – 689€

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5- Nubia Red Magic 5G

The best thing about the Nubia Red Magic 5G is its screen. Not because it has a Full HD + resolution that is not bad at all, but because of its 144Hz refresh rate, which is the highest refresh rate that we can currently find in any mobile on the market. Therefore, we are undoubtedly facing a mobile oriented to gaming, which can benefit a lot from the speeds of 5G when playing streaming. Its components are also of premium quality: Snapdragon 865, 12GB of RAM and a good internal memory of 256GB with 4,500mAh of battery. | Approximate price: 699€

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6- Samsung Galaxy A90 5G

Samsung's mid-range also offers phones with next-gen connectivity. This Galaxy A90 5G presents a Dynamic sAMOLED screen with FHD resolution, 4,500mAh battery, triple 48MP rear camera with f / 2.0 aperture, 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It mounts a Snapdragon 855 processor so its performance (450,000 points in Antutu) without being sublime is the best we can find for that price. | Approximate price: 477.99€

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7- Huawei Mate 20 X

Huawei's Leica cameras are always a plus. In this case, the Mate 20X in addition to having an excellent camera mounts an OLED screen, Snapdragon 865 chip with 5G connectivity, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of internal space, Android 9 and a huge 7.2-inch infinity screen. Against it is the fact that being so large and having a 4,200mAh battery, its weight ends up being a bit high (232 grams). | Approximate price: 699€

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8- Realme X50 Pro

Although Realme is a manufacturer that tends to focus more on the mid-range, it also has a special niche for the high-end, like this X50 Pro with 5G connection. A terminal with a most original design (red or green), the device mounts a Snapdragon 865 processor, 90Hz AMOLED screen and a 64MP AI quad camera and 20X zoom. It also includes Dolby Atmos stereo speakers and a steam cooling system to prevent overheating. All a candy. | Approximate price: 599€

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9- Samsung Galaxy S10 5G

This was the first Samsung mobile to incorporate 5G technology, a version of the Galaxy S10 Plus that adds next-generation connectivity and a few improvements here and there. The Galaxy S10 5G incorporates a quad camera with incredible image processing software, an outstanding screen and a Snpadragon 855 SoC that is not bad either. Now that it has been replaced by the S20 line, it may be a good time to get it at a discounted price. | Approximate price: 770€ – 780€

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10- Motorola Edge Plus

Motorola already has its new flagship on the market, the Motorola Edge +. A device that offers a stylish triple camera design, 5G compatibility and more. Its internal components touch a high level, with a Snapdragon 865 processor, with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage space. At the design level, its screen stands out especially, which curves at the edges to give a feeling of greater amplitude giving it a touch of the most visually attractive. | Approximate price: 1199.99€

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Note: The approximate price is the price available at the time of writing this post in the corresponding online stores, such as Amazon and other mentioned stores.