What are the best 5G phones in 2023?

If a bad connection has ever ruined a FaceTime call or a car karaoke session on your favorite music streaming app, you can see why the reliability of 5G phones might come in handy. With a 5G phone, you can enjoy all the speediness the newest generation of wireless tech has to offer, and you won’t have to worry about calls dropping before you get to the tea. 

Now that 5G is available on loads of devices, you can easily pick up a new 5G phone without breaking the bank. But first we’ll get into some of the common Qs (and As) about phones with 5G to help you decide which 5G-capable phone is right for you.  

Do I need a 5G phone?

You absolutely don’t HAVE to get a 5G phone. In fact, there are 4G phones that provide great service and are still super fast. But if you’re curious about the 5G-phone life, here are some of the benefits: 

• 5G covers most people in the U.S. Check your coverage on Mint here.
• Faster speeds: Like 100 times faster than 4G. Faster downloads, better streaming quality. 
• Enhanced graphics: Enjoy playing graphics-rich multiplayer games without any lag.
• Lower energy consumption: Despite being better, faster, stronger (cue Daft Punk), 5G also uses less energy and could help phones have greater battery durability and a longer shelf life.

For more info on 5G and how it works, check out our blog What is 5G?

What phones currently have 5G? 

All the newest phones from Apple, Samsung and Google such as iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, the Galaxy S21 phones and Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are 5G-Capable.

That said, this is just the tip of the 5G-capable iceberg. Check out a more extensive list of 5G phones below. 

What are the best 5G phones?

As mentioned above, there are lots of great 5G phones available in the marketplace. That said, the latest models from Apple, Google and Samsung are all 5G-compatible and each comes with an array of features. 

Here’s a little more information on each of these phones to help you decide which one is best for you:

Apple iPhone 14 Pro

iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max have a variety of new updates, such as the Dynamic Island and a new 48-megapixel camera system optimized for photo and video. It also comes with a new lightning-fast A16 Bionic processor and display that makes for an overall great user experience. 

Google Pixel 7  

Google’s Pixel 7 range has a new design and includes an impressive camera and smooth user experience that offers stunning photos, and includes Android 13 software. 

Samsung Galaxy S23

If you want a lot of great features but aren’t an iPhone person, the Samsung Galaxy S23 might be right for you. The Galaxy S23 has 200 megapixels, new color tones and dynamic range all on a 6.8-inch screen. It also comes with a new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor that enables optimized performance. It also has excellent battery life and loudspeaker quality. 

More 5G-capable phones and devices in order of brand

Here are some of the 5G-capable phones that are compatible with Mint. To see if any other 5G-capable phones are compatible with Mint that aren’t on this list, feel free to use our handy dandy compatibility checker.

Ready to experience the next generation of wireless technology? Check out our deals page for great prices on 5G phones.

Originally published November 2020; updated May 2023