2019 offers a wide range of smartphones catering to every type of user. From premium flagships to affordable budget options, the market is filled with exciting devices. Here’s a breakdown of the best phones released in Australia this year across three categories: Premium, Mid-Range, and Budget.
Premium Smartphones
For those who want the best of the best, these premium models deliver top-tier performance, design, and features:
- Samsung Galaxy S10
Release Date: 8 March 2019
Price: $1,349 AUD
Key Features: Exynos 9 9820 or Snapdragon 855, 8GB RAM, 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED display, triple rear cameras, ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, Wireless PowerShare. - Samsung Galaxy S10+
Release Date: 8 March 2019
Price: $1,499 AUD
Key Features: A larger 6.4-inch display, dual front cameras, and up to 12GB RAM for those who want maximum power. - Samsung Galaxy S10e
Release Date: 8 March 2019
Price: $1,199 AUD
Key Features: A smaller 5.8-inch display, dual rear cameras, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a more compact design. - Apple iPhone 11 Pro
Release Date: 20 September 2019
Price: $1,749 AUD
Key Features: A13 Bionic chip, triple 12MP rear cameras with Night Mode, Super Retina XDR display, and excellent battery life. - Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
Release Date: 20 September 2019
Price: $1,899 AUD
Key Features: All the features of the iPhone 11 Pro with a massive 6.5-inch display and improved battery capacity. - Huawei P30 Pro
Release Date: April 2019
Price: $1,099 AUD
Key Features: Quad Leica cameras with 5x optical zoom, Night Mode, and a 6.47-inch OLED display, making it a photographer’s dream. - OnePlus 7 Pro
Release Date: May 2019
Price: $899 AUD
Key Features: 90Hz Fluid AMOLED display, Snapdragon 855, triple rear cameras, pop-up front camera, and fast charging.
Mid-Range Smartphones
These mid-range devices combine affordability with strong performance and useful features:
- Samsung Galaxy A50
Release Date: April 2019
Price: $499 AUD
Key Features: Triple rear cameras, a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display, in-display fingerprint sensor, and great battery life. - Google Pixel 3a
Release Date: May 2019
Price: $649 AUD
Key Features: A smaller but capable Pixel device with Night Sight, a 5.6-inch OLED display, and Google Assistant integration. - Xiaomi Mi 9T
Release Date: June 2019
Price: $499 AUD
Key Features: Snapdragon 730, triple rear cameras, a pop-up front camera, and a stylish design with an AMOLED display.
Budget Smartphones
Affordable yet dependable, these budget phones offer great value for money:
- Realme 3
Release Date: March 2019
Price: $269 AUD
Key Features: MediaTek Helio P60, dual rear cameras, a large battery, and a vibrant 6.2-inch display. - Samsung Galaxy A20
Release Date: April 2019
Price: $299 AUD
Key Features: Super AMOLED display, dual rear cameras, and a large battery at an affordable price point. - Nokia 4.2
Release Date: May 2019
Price: $249 AUD
Key Features: Snapdragon 439, compact 5.71-inch display, dual rear cameras, and a dedicated Google Assistant button.
Key Takeaways
For flagship features, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ and iPhone 11 Pro Max are top-tier choices, offering powerful hardware and impressive designs. Mid-range options like the Google Pixel 3a and Xiaomi Mi 9T provide strong value, while budget options such as the Realme 3 and Samsung Galaxy A20 deliver excellent performance for their price.
With so many choices, 2019 is a great year to find a smartphone that fits your needs and budget!