Mobile Phone Gaming On the Rise: Best Smartphones For Gamers

Depending on what smartphone you have, your overall mobile gaming experience can vary. If you’re a gaming fanatic and you’re looking to boost your experience here’s a list of 6 smartphones that will do the job and then some!

What to Look for in a Gaming Phone?

Picking the perfect phone for gaming is slightly different than picking a generic smartphone. The top two specifications you need to look out for is great-quality screen and a speedy processor – this duo is the key to elevating your gaming experience. 

iPhone 14 Pro Max

Launched in September 2022, the iPhone 14 Pro Max has a bunch of specifications under its belt that are any gamer’s dream. This Apple handset features a bright 6.7” Super Retina XDR display with a 120Hz refresh rate making gaming on the device ultra-smooth and immersive. An A16 Bionic processor also makes a star appearance making heavy-duty gameplay a breeze. 

Nothing Phone 2

The 2023 Nothing Phone (2) is as unique as Android phones get. Running on a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset (which is one of the latest chipsets in the game), this smartphone offers a super-fast gaming experience. A quirky Glyph Interface design means it looks good whilst doing it too! As a bonus opting for this handset also means you can enjoy a large 6.7” flexible LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate perfect for all your gaming sessions. 

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is one of the best phones for gaming in the market, and we think its Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display and responsive 240Hz Touch Sampling Rate has something to do with it! Although this Galaxy might currently have a hefty price tag, it’s definitely worth the investment for gamers.

Sony Xperia 1 IV

When it comes to entertainment Sony phones excel, and their Sony Xperia 1 IV model is no different. This Xperia is decked out with a 4K 6.5” sharp display great for achieving high definition visuals, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset delivering a fast performance and a long-lasting 5000mAh battery great for those lengthy gaming nights. Plus if you order now from Fonehouse you’ll receive a FREE pair of Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones!

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

Push gaming to the next level with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5’s stunning 7.6-inch 1812 x 2176 resolution display. This unfolded display creates a larger and clearer view for all the fun and thrill of gaming and also folds into a smaller 6.2-inch screen if you want a more compact experience. 

And there you have it, 5 epic smartphones perfect for gaming. At Fonehouse we range all of these handsets at an affordable price point. What are you waiting for? It’s time to get shopping!