In the world of mobile technology, choosing a smartphone often comes down to balancing cost and capabilities. The developers of the popular AnTuTu benchmark recently published their January ranking of Android smartphones, evaluating models based on the “price/performance” criterion across different price segments. This overview helps consumers navigate the wide range of offers on the market, especially in China, where prices are listed in yuan (with an approximate conversion to rubles for convenience). Let’s take a look at which devices topped the lists in each category.

Budget segment: up to 150 dollars

In the most affordable category — up to 999 yuan (around 150 dollars) — the leaders were models that offer solid performance for minimal money. The top three looks like this: iQOO Z10x in first place, followed by Redmi Note 15, with OPPO K12s 5G in third. These smartphones are ideal for users looking for a reliable device for everyday tasks without overpaying.

Mid-range: up to 300 dollars

Moving to the segment up to 1999 yuan (about 300 dollars), devices with more advanced specifications dominate here. The leader of the ranking is Redmi Turbo 4, which outperformed its competitors in terms of the balance between price and power. Second place went to realme Neo7 Turbo, and iQOO Z10 Turbo+ rounds out the top three. These models already boast good battery life and gaming performance, making them attractive to active users.

Sub-flagships: up to 450 dollars

In the range up to 2999 yuan (roughly 450 dollars), AnTuTu highlighted sub-flagship devices that come close to top-tier models in terms of capabilities. First place went to OnePlus Ace 6, followed by iQOO Neo10 Pro+, with realme Neo8 taking third. The emphasis here is on balance — these smartphones offer excellent cameras, displays, and processors without excessive luxury.

Upper mid-range: up to 580 dollars

The category up to 3999 yuan (around 580 dollars) includes more premium options. The leader is realme GT 8 Pro, followed by Honor WIN and Redmi K90 Pro Max. These devices are already equipped with advanced technologies such as fast processors and high-quality displays, making them suitable for users who value comfort in everyday use.

Premium segment: from 580 dollars

Finally, in the most expensive segment above 4000 yuan, RedMagic 11 Pro took the lead, ahead of Xiaomi 17 and RedMagic 11 Pro+. AnTuTu experts note that at this price level, the “price/performance” criterion loses its decisive importance. The choice more often depends on personal preferences — for example, screen size and type, image quality, overall system speed, and other characteristics. In this range, individual needs matter more than pure savings.

This AnTuTu ranking highlights how the Android smartphone market continues to evolve, offering options for every budget. Of course, when choosing a device, it is worth considering not only benchmarks, but also user reviews and the availability of models in your region.

In brief

AnTuTu presented its January ranking of the best Android smartphones by price-to-performance ratio. In the budget categories, iQOO Z10x, Redmi Turbo 4, and OnePlus Ace 6 lead the way, while in the premium segment RedMagic 11 Pro comes out on top. In the higher price ranges, the choice increasingly depends on personal preferences rather than cost efficiency alone.