Flagship phones come in all shapes, sizes, and prices. These smartphones are well-rounded and can handle any task with ease, no matter how niche it is. Equipped with high-end processors, these devices can last you a long time. This is why they also get 5 years of software support at the very least. So, if you’re interested in the best smartphones that the market has to offer, here are the 10 best ones you can buy in September 2025.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Ultra variant in Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S series is widely regarded as the ‘everything’ smartphone. It packs the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset under its hood and runs the Android 15-based One UI 7 OS out of the box. The 6.9-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 2,600 nits. The device is equipped with ‘Galaxy AI’, which is currently the best AI suite around. The rear quad camera setup of this phone comprises a 200MP primary shooter, a 50MP ultrawide lens, a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. Read our Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review to learn more about the smartphone.
Pros
- Powerful chipset
- Smooth display
- AI features
Cons
- Does not have an IP69 rating
iPhone 17 Pro Max
The newly launched iPhone 17 Pro Max sports a new and exciting look. The camera panel at the top spans the width of the phone. The aluminium unibody is better equipped to dissipate the heat generated by the phone. At the heart of the iPhone 17 Pro Max lies the Apple A19 Pro chipset. The smartphone runs the latest iOS 26 right out of the box. The 6.9-inch LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. The rear camera array consists of 3 48MP sensors, one each for the primary shooter, ultrawide lens, and the 4x optical lens.
Pros
- Cool design
- Good cameras
- Powerful chipset
Cons
- Lacks fast charging
Buy on the Apple Store for Rs 1,49,900
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Last month, Google unveiled its Pixel 10 series. The top-spec Pro XL model is one of the best phones you can buy right now. It runs on Google’s in-house Tensor G5 chipset, which is based on a 3nm process. Its 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 3,300 nits. The smartphone runs stock Android 16 out of the box and has been promised 7 major OS upgrades. The rear camera bar houses a 50MP primary shooter, a 48MP ultrawide lens, and a 48MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. The 5,200mAh Li-Ion battery pack supports 45W wired and 25W wireless charging.
Pros
- Nice design
- Great cameras
- 7 OS upgrades
Cons
- Lacks an IP69 rating
Buy on Flipkart for Rs 1,24,999
Oppo Find X8 Pro
The portrait-master Oppo Find X8 Pro is the next entry in this list. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 SoC and runs the Android 15-based ColorOS 15 out of the box. Oppo has promised 5 major OS upgrades for this smartphone. The 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh and can reach 4,500 nits of peak brightness. There is a dedicated shutter button on the right edge of the frame. The smartphone is equipped with AI features like AI Eraser, AI Best Face, AI Studio, AI Toolbox, and more. The rear camera panel houses 4 50MP sensors, one each for the primary shooter, 3x telephoto lens, 6x telephoto lens, and ultrawide lens. The 5,910mAh battery supports 80W wired and 50W wireless charging. For more details, read our review of the Oppo Find X8 Pro.
Pros
- Great cameras
- Dedicated shutter button
- Fast charging
Cons
- Optical fingerprint sensor instead of an ultrasonic unit
Vivo X200 Pro
The Vivo X200 Pro packs the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset under its hood. Its camera system is tuned by Zeiss. The rear camera cutout houses a 50MP primary shooter, a 200MP periscope telephoto lens with 3.7x optical zoom, and a 50MP ultrawide lens. The 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. The smartphone runs the Android 15-based Funtouch 15 OS out of the box. It has been promised 4 major OS upgrades. The 6,000mAh Si/C battery pack supports 90W wired and 30W wireless charging. Read our Vivo X200 Pro review to learn more about the smartphone.
Pros
- Great cameras
- Smooth display
- IP68/IP69 rating
Cons
- Only 4 major OS upgrades
OnePlus 13
The OnePlus 13 is one of the most economical flagship phones out there. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and runs the Android 15-based OxygenOS 15 out of the box. Its 6.82-inch LTPO 4.1 AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. The rear camera panel houses a 50MP primary shooter, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and a 50MP ultrawide lens. These three sensors are tuned by Hasselblad. The 6,000mAh Si/C battery pack supports 100W wired and 50W wireless charging. Read our OnePlus 13 review to learn more about the smartphone.
Pros
- Great chipset
- Bright display
- Affordable
Cons
- Not the most unique design
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Ultra model in the Xiaomi 15 series is one of the most spec’d-out phones in the market. It runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. The OS duties are handled by Android 15-based HyperOS 2. Its 50MP primary shooter has a 1-inch aperture. This sensor is joined by 50MP 3x telephoto lens, a 200MP 4.2x periscope telephoto lens, and a 50MP ultrawide lens in the smartphone’s rear camera panel. The 6.73-inch LTPO AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3,200 nits. The 5,410mAh battery pack supports 90W wired and 80W wireless charging.
Pros
- Great cameras
- Powerful processor
- Fast charging
Cons
- Only 4 major OS upgrades
iQOO 13
If high-end gaming is one of your biggest priorities, you should check out the iQOO 13. Its dual processor setup comprises the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC and iQOO’s in-house Supercomputing Chip Q2. The 7K Ultra VC Cooling System on this phone keeps its internal temperature in check. The rear camera panel comprises a 50MP primary shooter, a 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and a 50MP ultrawide lens. This rear camera panel is surrounded by an RGB light strip. The 6.82-inch LTPO AMOLED display has a 144Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. The 6,000mAh battery pack supports 120W wired fast charging. Read our review of the iQOO 13 to learn more about its gaming performance.
Pros
- Great for gaming
- Dynamic light
- Fast charging
Cons
- Lacks wireless charging
Nothing Phone (3)
Nothing has gotten rid of the Glyph Interface and replaced it with the Glyph Matrix on the Phone (3). This matrix can display essential information like the time and also carry out functional tasks like starting a timer, launching the viewfinder, and more. The smartphone retains its see-through aesthetic. Powering the device is the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor. The OS duties are handled by the Android 15-based Nothing OS 3. The 6.67-inch OLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 4,500 nits. The 5,500mAh battery pack supports 65W wired and 15W wireless charging. Read our Nothing Phone (3) review for more details.
Pros
- Cool design
- Glyph Matrix
- Clean OS
Cons
- Needs a better cooling system
Realme GT 7 Pro
The Realme GT 7 Pro is one of the most affordable smartphones powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Its 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display has a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 6,500 nits. OS duties on this phone are handled by the Android 15-based Realme UI 6. The rear camera panel comprises a 50MP primary shooter, a 50MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The 5,800mAh battery pack supports 120W wired charging. Read our Realme GT 7 Pro review to learn more about its everyday performance.
Pros
- Powerful processor
- Bright display
- Affordable
Cons
- Mediocre ultrawide lens
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Final Thoughts
These are the top 10 premium smartphones that you can buy in September 2025. If you’re on a budget, check out the best phones under Rs 50,000. If you have any questions, let us know in the comments!
