Based on personal experience, Tom's Guide editors have compiled a selection of the six best Samsung smartphones that can be bought at the end of 2024.

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE smartphone tops the list. It offers the perfect combination of performance, quality screen, great cameras and features powered by artificial intelligence Galaxy AI.

The best budget smartphone according to Tom's Guide is the Samsung Galaxy A55. Despite not having the most powerful chipset, this device has everything a user needs in 2024.

The leading Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra was recognized as the best premium class smartphone. It stands out with a better camera system, a high-quality screen with a non-glare coating and built-in stylus support.

The Samsung Galaxy S24+ was recognized as the best of the senior models, which is distinguished by a quality QHD screen, a large amount of memory and a long battery life without recharging.

The leader in the foldable smartphone category is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6, which has support for Galaxy AI functions and a reliable hinge.

Rounding out the list is a more affordable foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Flip 6, which offers almost the same features as the Fold6, but at a more affordable price.