If, like us, you are a lover of technology, you will surely follow Marques Brownlee’s YouTube channel (MKBHD). And in addition to its “blind test” of cameras, the most anticipated video of the year is the “smartphone awards”.
And since 2021 is no exception, in an extensive video that you can see below, the winners of all categories are chosen. Like any opinion, this is personal and I guarantee you will be surprised by some of the options.
The best “big” smartphone
It will be easy to say how rare is the smartphone that is not big in 2021. But for the popular youtuber, it is the folding one. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 which makes the best use of the ample space available.
The best “small” smartphone
Really small smartphones are a rarity in 2021. And given the improvements made, it turns out to be the iPhone 13 mini the one chosen to collect this award.
The smartphone with the best camera
To have the best cameras on a smartphone, you need to spend a good amount of makeup. And for youtuber, the most complete in the main requirements is the iPhone 13 Pro.
The smartphone with the best battery
For those looking for a high-end smartphone with the best battery life in 2021, there seems to be a clear answer. And the iPhone 13 Pro Max to take the throne in this important role.
The smartphone with the best design
Of course, the design is probably the most open to subjectivity feature on a smartphone. And for the youtuber, it turns out to be an unlikely choice in 2021 to win the award: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra.
The smartphone with the best price-quality ratio
Choosing a smartphone with the best value for money can be a daunting task. But for the youtuber, it turns out to be the Google Pixel 6 to take that award. As it is not sold in Portugal, it is worth noting the honorable mention given to POCO F3 in this category.
the biggest failure of the year
This is the award that nobody wants to receive. And the biggest failure of the year for Marques Brownlee turns out to be the Microsoft Surface Duo 2.
The most “improved” smartphone of the year
One of the achievements of 2021 was for Samsung. For youtuber, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra It is the smartphone that has improved the most compared to the previous generation.
the best smartphone of the year
Considering the mentions it received throughout the video, it seems easy to guess who would be the grand prize winner. And for Marques Brownlee, the smartphone of the year is the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra.
What did you think of the popular youtuber options? Do you agree and which ones would you change? Tell us in the comments.