If money is not an issue, spending upwards of Php 40k will get you a premium flagship phone that showcases the best Android devices. Phones in this segment have the best builds on a smartphone, along with features that rival those you would find on the latest iPhone. If you are ready to spend a lot of money on the best possible Android phone, here are our top picks for the premium flagship segment in the Philippines for 2023.
Best Premium Flagship Phones in the Philippines for 2023
- OnePlus 11
- ASUS ROG Phone 7
- Huawei P60 Pro
- Xiaomi 13 Pro
- Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
OnePlus 11
While no longer the flagship killer it’s best known for, the OnePlus 11 steps up as a premium flagship device. The OnePlus 11 addressed most of the criticisms of last year’s OnePlus 10, especially with the cameras. The OnePlus 11’s Hasselblad-branded cameras prove their worth and can go toe-in-toe with other camera-focused premium flagship phones.
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Processor
- Up to 16GB RAM
- Up to 256GB Storage
- 6.7-inch 120hz curved AMOLED Display, WQHD Resolution
- 16-megapixel selfie camera
- 50-megapixel main camera with OIS
- 48-megapixel ultra-wide camera
- 32-megapixel 2x telephoto camera
- 5000mAh Battery
- 100w Wired Charging
- Android 13, OxygenOS 13
- Php 45,990 (8GB/128GB) / Php 49,990 (16GB/256GB)
ASUS ROG Phone 7
No one does gaming phones right like ASUS, and the ROG Phone 7 continues to prove that they are the king. Aside from using the best mobile components available today, ASUS’ complex cooling system for the ROG Phone 7 ensures you can run the heaviest mobile games in the market without a sweat. Pair that with additional triggers and a gamer-inspired design, the ROG Phone 7 is a mobile gamer’s dream.
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Processor
- Up to 16GB RAM
- Up to 256GB Storage
- 6.78-inch 165hz AMOLED Display, Full HD+ Resolution
- 32-megapixel selfie camera
- 50-megapixel main camera
- 13-megapixel ultra-wide camera
- 5-megapixel macro camera
- 6000mAh Battery
- 65w Wired Charging
- Android 13, ROG UI
- Php 50,995 (12GB/256GB) / Php 54,995 (16GB/512GB standard) / Php 69,995 (16GB/512GB Ultimate)
Huawei P60 Pro
Despite not using the latest processor, the P60 Pro remains the undisputed camera king. Huawei’s broad expertise in computational photography proves they are the go-to brand for stellar imaging on a mobile device. Many have put the P60 Pro to the test, and it’s unquestionable how its cameras perform so well that it can easily rival a number of standalone digital cameras.
- Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Processor
- Up to 12GB RAM
- Up to 256GB Storage
- 6.67-inch 120hz curved AMOLED Display, Full HD+ Resolution
- 13-megapixel selfie camera
- 48-megapixel main camera with OIS
- 13-megapixel ultra-wide camera
- 48-megapixel 3.5x telephoto camera
- 4820mAh Battery
- 120w Wired Charging
- HarmonyOS 3
- Php 58,999 (8GB/256GB) / Php 69,999 (12GB/512GB)
Xiaomi 13 Pro
Xiaomi’s partnership with Leica continues with the 13 Pro. Packed with three 50-megapixel cameras, the Xiaomi 13 Pro is a camera beast on its own, covering all the essential focal lengths for both photo and video while having those classic Leica colors. Like its predecessor, the 13 Pro proves that Xiaomi can offer a premium flagship phone that can go toe-in-toe with offerings from Samsung and Huawei.
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Processor
- 12GB RAM
- 256GB Storage
- 6.7-inch 120hz curved AMOLED Display, WQHD Resolution
- 16-megapixel selfie camera
- 50.3-megapixel main camera with OIS
- 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera
- 50-megapixel 3.2x telephoto camera
- 4820mAh Battery
- 120w Wired Charging
- Android 13, MIUI 14
- Php 59,999
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra – Php 81,990
If you are after the ultimate Android experience, Samsung’s Galaxy S23 Ultra is the top premium flagship phone you can buy in the Philippines for 2023. It has the best processor, the best display, and one of the best cameras you can have on a premium flagship device. Of course, we would not forget the Galaxy S23 Ultra as a productivity powerhouse with its garaged S-Pen that can do many things.
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy Processor
- 12GB RAM
- Up to 1TB Storage
- 6.8-inch 120hz curved AMOLED Display, WQHD Resolution
- 12-megapixel selfie camera
- 200-megapixel main camera with OIS
- 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera
- 10-megapixel 3x telephoto camera with OIS
- 10-megapixel 10x telephoto camera with OIS
- 5000mAh Battery
- 45w Wired Charging
- Android 13, OneUI 5.1
- Php 81,990 (256GB) / Php 89,990 (512GB) / Php 103,990 (1TB)
That rounds up our picks for the best premium flagship phones in the Philippines for 2023. Do you agree with our picks?