The latest generation of smartphones provides ground-breaking features for gamers. There is something for every budget, so let’s take a look at the best mobile phones for gaming in 2022.
The iPhone 13 series
Currently, the iPhone 13 series offers excellent gaming performance for graphically demanding titles such as Call of Duty: Mobile.
Cost
The series includes the iPhone 13 Pro Max priced at £1,049, the iPhone 13 Pro for £949, the iPhone 13 at £779 and the iPhone 13 mini for £679. All prices are for the 128GB version.
Performance
The increased screen sizes are where the iPhone 13 series excels. The iPhone 13 Pro Max and iPhone 13 Pro provide screen sizes of 6.7 inches and 6.1 inches respectively. Both feature the Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion. For those on a budget, the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini still feature screen sizes at 6.1 inches and 5.4 inches respectively.
Of particular interest to gamers, iPhone Pro smartphones benefit from the 5-core GPU which delivers a faster graphics performance, while the budget versions feature the fastest CPU in any smartphone.
Recommendation
All phones in the iPhone 13 series use 5G, the fifth generation of mobile phone networks, which enhances the streaming experience, particularly for online games such as Call 0f Duty: Mobile, although the cost of the phones will be prohibitive for many gamers.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 9T
Cost
For those on a low budget, there are still gaming smartphones on the market, such as the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9T which costs between £229-£249.
Performance
This smartphone is 5G-ready and provides a sound processing speed via the MediaTek 800U chip. The operating system is Android 10 with MIUI 12. It has a 5G processor: MediaTek Dimensity 800U with 5G Dual SIM and a 6.53” FHD+ DotDisplay with dual speakers.
As you would expect from the price, this phone will not provide you with the same type of performance as an iPhone, so it will struggle with the latest and greatest 3d mobile games. But it’ll comfortably run the majority of games on the market, from FM22 to the titles at the best live casinos, as these don’t require mountains of processing power to operate.
The screen size certainly makes this an attractive option for those who consider cost important but also want their gaming experience to be as immersive as possible.
Recommendation
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9T is one of the best budget smartphones on the market and this phone offers a great deal at a low cost. It is also future-proofed with the 5G processor.
Samsung Galaxy 22 series
Cost
Samsung Galaxy 22 series offers the option of the Galaxy S22 Ultra for around £1,150, the Galaxy 22+ at £949 and the Galaxy 22 priced at £749.
Performance
The phones offer screen sizes of 6.8 inches, 6.6 inches and 6.1 inches respectively. The Galaxy S22 Ultra display is Edge Quad HD+, while the other two phones in the series are Flat FHD+. All phones in the series support 5G connectivity, which makes them particularly suitable for mobile gaming.
Recommendation
Here, the Galaxy S22 Ultra possesses the performance and features to provide the best gaming experience for gamers and its streamlined form has won plaudits. However, it must be said that, as is the case for iPhones, you will be getting excellent performance from any of the phones in the Samsung Galaxy 22 series.
As we can see, there is no shortage of options when choosing the best mobile phone for gaming in 2022 and there is a price to suit every budget. Clearly, 5G is an essential element when choosing a smartphone for gaming, but processor speed and display size also play a part in the selection of a smartphone, it just comes down to whether you think the better specs are worth the extra outlay.
