T-Mobile is the carrier everyone else is watching out for. They’re currently the third biggest mobile service provider in the United States, and they’re growing very quickly. Thanks to T-Mobile’s “Un-carrier” plan of action, they’ve been changing industry standards for the better over the recent years. On top of all of the changes they’re making, they have one of the widest varieties of smartphones available on any carrier. We’ve already taken a look at the best phones you can buy on Verizon, AT&T and Sprint, and now it’s T-Mobile’s turn.
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Since T-Mobile has done away with two-year contracts, you’ll notice the phones listed here are at full retail price. In some cases it’s cheaper to buy them from Amazon, so we’ve done our best to find you the best deals available. Also, if you don’t want to purchase your phone for full price, T-Mobile will let you pay in monthly installments. You can find out more info by visiting T-Mobile.com. Without anymore delay, let’s get started!
Editor’s note – We will be updating this list as more devices hit the market.
Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge
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Samsung did a killer job with their 2015 flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge. Design-wise, many would say those two phones were close to perfect. The company forwent a plastic design and instead included glass front and back panels with an aluminum frame. They weren’t without their flaws, though. The S6 and S6 Edge didn’t offer expandable storage or removable batteries — two features Samsung has been known to include in all its smartphones for years.
Now the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge have made their way to the masses, and they fix many of the problems the S6 line introduced last year. While they don’t offer removable batteries, Samsung included expandable storage on both handsets in case the 32GB of on-board storage isn’t enough. Samsung mostly stuck to the same design this time around, though they did shrink down the camera bumps on the back and made the devices a little thicker to make room for larger batteries.
In terms of specs, these are top-of-the-line smartphones. They come with Quad HD Super AMOLED displays, Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processors, 4GB of RAM, great 12MP rear-facing cameras and run the latest version of Android. Instead of featuring the same screen sizes this time around though, Samsung kept the S7 at a smaller 5.1 inches, while the S7 Edge has been bumped up to a larger 5.5-inch panel.
Seriously, these are some incredible smartphones. They are a little pricey, but all in all, we think the high asking price is worth it.
Specs
Samsung Galaxy S7
5.1-inch Super AMOLED display with 2560 x 1440 resolution, 577ppi
Quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor
4GB of RAM
32GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 200GB
12MP rear camera, 5MP front camera
Non-removable 3000mAh battery
Android 7.0 Nougat
142.4 x 69.6 x 7.9mm, 152g
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
5.5-inch Super AMOLED display with 2560 x 1440 resolution, 534ppi
Quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor
4GB of RAM
32GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 200GB
12MP rear camera, 5MP front camera
Non-removable 3600mAh battery
Android 7.0 Nougat
150.9 x 72.6 x 7.7mm, 157g
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Samsung Galaxy S7 review
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge review
Samsung Galaxy S7 unboxing and first 48 hours
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge unboxing and first 48 hours
Samsung Galaxy S7 camera: feature focus
Best Galaxy S7 cases
Best Galaxy S7 Edge cases
HTC 10 vs Samsung Galaxy S7 / Edge vs LG G5
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LG V20
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The V20 is basically the phone for power users. It has a a big Quad HD display, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 820 processor, plenty of RAM and on-board storage, dual 16MP rear-facing cameras, and a removable 3,200mAh battery. Of course, the unique Second Screen makes a return this year, along with the addition of Quad DAC, military standard durability, and it’s already running Android 7.0 Nougat.
If top-of-the-line specs and an impressive feature set is what you’re looking for, you can’t go wrong with the V20.
Specs
5.7-inch IPS LCD display with 2560 x 1440 resolution, 513ppi
Secondary display: 2.1-inch IPS LCD display with 160 x 1040 resolution, 513 ppi
Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor
4GB of RAM
32/64GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 256GB
Dual 16 and 8MP rear cameras, 5MP front camera
Removable 3,200mAh battery
Android 7.0 Nougat
159.7 x 78.1 x 7.6mm, 174g
Read more
LG V20 review
LG V20 tips and tricks
LG V20 drop test
LG V20 Feature Focus: software
LG V20 specs, price, release date and everything else you should know
LG V20 vs LG V10
LG V20, G5, Note 7, S7 Edge: display showdown
LG V20 vs Galaxy Note 7: camera comparison
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LG G5
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While the Galaxy S7 series is a minor refresh in terms of design, the LG G5 sees a massive departure from the design language used in the G series, ditching the rear volume/power setup that first debuted with the LG G2. The G5 also adopts a unibody metallic design that has a removable cap for access to the removable battery and a port for modules that allow users to expand the phone’s capabilities by adding a camera grip and other special accessories.
The distinctly different design of the LG G5 may not be for everyone, but there’s little denying that LG has went out of its way to try and innovate in a market where big changes like this aren’t all that common.
Spec wise, we’re looking at a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 with 4GB RAM, a 5.3-inch display, and 32GB storage with microSD for expansion. The specs here are certainly impressive all across the board. It’s also worth mentioning that LG has revamped its software, making it faster and less bloated. One controversial move with the software, however, is the removal of the app drawer in favor of what LG says is a “simplified experience.”
Specs
5.3-inch IPS LCD display with 2560 x 1440 resolution, 554ppi
Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor
4GB of RAM
32GB of on-board storage, microSD expansion up to 200GB
16 and 8MP dual rear cameras, 8MP front camera
Removable 2800mAh battery
Android 7.0 Nougat
149.4 x 73.9 x 7.7mm, 159g
Read more
LG G5 review
Best LG G5 cases
LG G5: specs, features, price and availability
LG G5 vs iPhone 6s
Moto Z Force vs LG G5
LG G5 vs LG V10
LG G5 vs LG G4
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If you don’t mind buying your next smartphone through another retailer, you should absolutely go for Google’s new Pixel or Pixel XL. When you buy one of these phones through the Google Store, you’ll be able to activate it on T-Mobile’s network. Plus, if you don’t feel like spending $650+ outright, Google also has some decent financing options.
Google Pixel and Pixel XL
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Google’s Pixel and Pixel XL are here, and they truly are some amazing smartphones.
Not only are they the first phones to ship with the Google Assistant on board, they also come with plenty of exclusive software features and some of the best smartphone cameras in existence.
Under the hood, they sport some killer specs, too. Both devices have an AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 821 processor, 4GB of RAM, plenty of on-board storage and long-lasting batteries. The overall design of these phones may not be the most unique, but they do feel like premium phones through and through.
There are a few things about these phones that will turn some people away, though. For starters, they only sport an IP53 rating for dust and water resistance, meaning they’re not nearly as waterproof as the Galaxy S7 or S7 Edge. There are ways around that, but none that will make the devices truly waterproof. Plus, these phones don’t have the most durable build ever, so you may want to buy a case if you’re prone to dropping phones.
If you’re in the market for a new flagship Android phone and don’t mind spending over $650, you should buy the Pixel or Pixel XL… these are two of the best Android phones out there.
Specs
Google Pixel
5.0-inch AMOLED display with 1920 x 1080 resolution, 441ppi
Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor
4GB of RAM
32/128GB of on-board storage, no microSD expansion
12.3MP rear camera, 8MP front camera
Non-removable 2,770mAh battery
Android 7.1 Nougat
143.8 x 69.5 x 8.6mm, 143g
Google Pixel XL
5.5-inch AMOLED display with 2560 x 1440 resolution, 534ppi
Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor
4GB of RAM
32/128GB of on-board storage, no microSD expansion
12.3MP rear camera, 8MP front camera
Non-removable 3,450mAh battery
Android 7.1 Nougat
154.7 x 75.7 x 8.6mm, 168g
Read more
Google Pixel XL review: A Pixel’s perspective
Google Pixel XL vs Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Best Google Pixel and Pixel XL cases
Google Pixel and Pixel XL hands-on
Google Pixel XL vs Nexus 6P first look
Google Pixel and Pixel XL vs the competition
Google Pixel and Pixel XL specs, price, release date and everything else you should know
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How did you like our list? Do you have any other suggestions? If so, feel free to voice your opinion in the comments below! And if you’re looking for a great T-Mobile phone that’s a little cheaper, be sure to check out our list of the best cheap Android phones.
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