Best gaming smartphones 2022

Now it is already difficult to meet a person who would buy a separate console for portable gaming. Now mobile phones are very well suited for games, and the direction of mobile games is developing without stopping. But not every mobile phone is good for gaming, which is why we have compiled the top 10 best gaming smartphones in 2021.

Around 2015, the Playstation Portable and Nintendo DS game consoles were replaced by ordinary smartphones. In fact, it turned out that the touch screen is perfect even for games where you need a quick response. A little later, phone developers saw a huge potential in this area, and began to create gaming smartphones. They install the most productive “hardware” and special software that “accelerates” the device during the game. Some advanced models even add their own cooling system (external fans) or even additional game buttons.

Editor’s Choice

ASUS Rog Phone 3 12 128GB

Possibly the best gaming smartphone on the market in 2022. ASUS continued the line of Republic of Gamers phones and made Rog Phone 3 more powerful than its predecessor. First of all, I would like to note an improved version of the Snapdragon 865 processor – the Plus prefix means a performance increase of more than 10%. The Rog Phone 12’s 3 gigabytes of RAM will be hard to beat with even the most demanding games. Separately, it is worth mentioning the screen – AMOLED-matrix with a diagonal of 6.59 inches and a refresh rate of 144 Hz. The phone is cooled by a special system.

Of the predictable disadvantages of Rog Phone 3 – a weak camera and large size. However, this will not dissuade real gamers from buying such a gaming monster.

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1. iPhone 12 Pro 

Among the best gaming smartphones, the famous model from Apple takes its rightful place. The device received 6 gigabytes of RAM and a powerful A14 Bionic processor. Considering how the optimization of games and programs for Apple happens, gamers will not experience discomfort for at least another 2-3 years. Yes, a smartphone is expensive, but for the money you get both a powerful and stylish device. In addition, the appearance of the iPhone 12 Pro does not betray a typical computer gamer in its owner – it’s hard to believe, but this is a serious plus. Many gamers do not want to use smartphones with a flashy “gaming” design, considering them childish.

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2. HONOR 30 8 128GB

An extremely interesting model from the “second” brand of Huawei. Despite the extremely democratic price, the flagship Snapdragon 985 processor with support for 5G communication technologies is installed here. The powerful “stone” is complemented by a large screen and 8 gigabytes of RAM on board. HONOR 30 comes with fast charging. The main disadvantage of the smartphone, perhaps, can be called a not quite capacious battery – only 4000 mAh. For an Android smartphone, you want more. 

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3. Xiaomi BlackShark 3 

The main difference of this truly gaming smartphone is the presence of additional physical buttons in the upper (if you hold it in “game” mode) part of the case. Also in Black Shark 3 installed a powerful Snapdragon 865 processor, 8 gigabytes of RAM and a 4720 mAh battery. The manufacturer frankly saved on the cameras of the device, clearly leaving the “iron” component as a priority. However, the image quality will be sufficient for daily tasks. Also, this smartphone does not have NFC, which is strange for a modern device.

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4.HUAWEI P40 

A smartphone that is ideal for both a lover of computer games and a photo enthusiast. The device can hardly be called a classic “shovel” on Android due to its compact size (OLED screen 6.1 inches) and low weight – only 175 grams. In all other respects, the P40 is in no way inferior to the latest models of competitors. It has a powerful Kirin 990 processor with support for 5G networks, 8 gigabytes of RAM and an excellent set of cameras. A little disappointing is only a small battery capacity – only 3800 mAh, but this drawback is not so critical due to the smartphone’s fast charging function.

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5. Xiaomi Poco F3 NFC 6 128GB 

Another interesting model from the Chinese manufacturer in our selection of the best gaming smartphones in 2022. The main thing in this device is a stunning screen with smooth operation (AMOLED matrix with a refresh rate of 120 Hz). The Poco F3 processor can be called modern – it is powerful and supports 5G communication. Unlike the previous model, there is the possibility of contactless payment via NFC. The phone comes with a 30W fast charger and a simple silicone case. Potential buyers will have to put up with the lack of a Jack 3.5 input and an event indicator light in this smartphone. 

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6. Nubia Red Magic 5G 12 128

“Killer” gaming smartphones from Nubia. This model managed to install a beautiful AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 144 Hz – it was the first model with similar characteristics on the market. The technical part in red magic matches the screen – a powerful Snapdragon 865 and as many as 12 gigabytes of RAM. Among the pleasant “gaming” advantages of smartphones are the presence of additional touch buttons at the top of the screen and a mechanical cooling system. If desired, you can connect a docking station to this gaming phone, which displays the image from the screen on an external monitor.

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7. Xiaomi Mi 10T 8 128GB 

Strict and unremarkable-looking smartphone, with a very good iron “stuffing”. For 36 thousand rubles, the owner will receive a Snapdragon 865 processor with support for 5G networks, as many as 8 gigabytes of RAM, a 5000 mAh battery and a high-quality IPS screen with smooth operation (144 Hz). Among the features of the smartphone, one can distinguish a fingerprint scanner on the side and a slightly protruding camera module (if worn without a case). Of the minuses – the lack of a Jack 3.5 connector and the heavy weight of the smartphone.

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8. OnePlus 8 Pro 8 128GB 

A huge and productive gaming smartphone, which is not so easy to find on the market. First of all, in this device I would like to note the powerful Snapdragon 865 processor and a large AMOLED display (6.78 inches and 120 Hz). The OnePlus 8 Pro has 8 GB of RAM and this is definitely enough even for demanding games. Another plus for the gamer-buyer will be fast charging – up to 100% smartphone can be charged in just 40 minutes. Users also praise the good camera of the device and constant software updates from the manufacturer.

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9. Samsung Galaxy S21 5G 8 128GB

The model from the super popular manufacturer from South Korea closes our selection of the best gaming smartphones in 2022. By purchasing such an Android smartphone, you will receive all the latest updates for system performance for at least 2-3 years. Gamers will appreciate the relatively compact (21-inch) and high-quality AMOLED display, the powerful Exynos 6.2 processor and 2100 gigabytes of RAM in the Galaxy S8. Pleasant bonuses to the iron part of the smartphone will be a good set of cameras and moisture protection. Of the minuses – overpriced and a weak battery.

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How to choose the best gaming phone. Expert advice

Game models of smartphones have appeared in almost every line of smartphones – and this is not surprising. Mobile gaming is developing very quickly, so manufacturers are trying not to miss the opportunity to sell their devices, albeit sometimes not the most successful ones. Together with smartphone seller Alexei Kondorov, we figure out how to choose the best gaming phone in 2022. 

Processor

Comfort while playing on a smartphone depends on a powerful “stone”. No one needs slowdowns or game crashes at the most crucial moment. Here, not only the core clock frequency is important, but also the optimization of the system for a single smartphone. As a rule, the most qualitatively optimized processors for tasks can be found in devices from Apple. If you’re looking for an Android gaming phone, Snapdragon 8-series processors are worth looking into. There are also Kirin and Exynos processors, among them it is better to choose the top models.

Screen

There are several important features here. Firstly, the diagonal of the screen: it will be more comfortable to play on a display from 6 inches. Secondly, the display resolution. For games, you should not choose a smartphone without FullHD support, otherwise the image will be too grainy. Thirdly, the screen refresh rate. This parameter is responsible for the smoothness of what is happening on the phone screen. In gaming smartphones, it must be at least 90 Hz. There are also two main types of screen matrices – AMOLED and IPS. In the first case, you will get improved power saving, a slightly higher cost, and a slight flickering of the screen (only some may notice it). The main advantage of IPS screens will be lower cost. If you intend to play for a long time, be sure to try both types of matrices in the store.

RAM

Every year games become more and more “gluttonous” – the application will work normally only if there are 2-3 gigabytes of free RAM. You should not buy an Android smartphone for games if it has less than 4 gigabytes of volatile memory. A similar rule applies to iOS models.

Battery

The battery size of your phone determines how long you can play without access to the mains. As a rule, batteries of 4500-5000 mAh are installed in gaming models of smartphones. This is the optimal combination of autonomy and size of the device. Also pay attention to the possibility of fast charging of the device. Each manufacturer has a different name for the technology. The powerful charging box can charge your phone almost completely in less than an hour.

Price

For young fans of mobile gaming, this parameter will probably be the most critical. The cost of “real” gaming phones with the appropriate design, a set of buttons and “iron” stuffing will be at least 60-70 thousand rubles. If this is too expensive for you, then you should pay attention to ordinary smartphones with good performance. Yes, they will not be as bright and comfortable (for example, the charging wire will interfere with a long game), but you can save a lot on your purchase.