Best Phones in Australia 2026: Top 5 Ranked

The best phones to buy in Australia in 2026. iPhone, Galaxy, Pixel, Oppo and OnePlus ranked for the Australian market, where Oppo is officially sold.

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Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max

$1,199

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The Australia market in 2026

Australia is iPhone and Samsung led, but unlike the US, Oppo is officially sold and popular, and Pixel and OnePlus are widely available. Telstra, Optus and Vodafone plans shape buying, and outright (unlocked) purchases are common.

#1 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max

The iPhone 16 Pro Max leads in an iPhone-strong market with the best resale value and carrier availability. See iPhone 16 Pro Max specs.

#2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

The Galaxy S24 Ultra is the best Android — S Pen, best zoom, seven years of updates. See Galaxy S24 Ultra specs.

#3 Google Pixel 9 Pro

The Pixel 9 Pro is the value flagship with the best everyday camera. See Pixel 9 Pro specs.

#4 Oppo Find X7 — uniquely available here

Unlike the US, Australia officially sells Oppo, and the Find X7 brings a Hasselblad triple-50MP camera and Dimensity 9300 as a flagship alternative. See Find X7 specs.

#5 OnePlus 12

The OnePlus 12 is the enthusiast value pick with flagship speed and the fastest charging. See OnePlus 12 specs.

Which should you buy in Australia?

Best overall: iPhone 16 Pro Max. Best Android: Galaxy S24 Ultra. Best value flagship: Pixel 9 Pro. Best alternative flagship: Find X7. Best enthusiast value: OnePlus 12.

Frequently asked

What is the best phone in Australia in 2026?

The iPhone 16 Pro Max leads in Australia, with the Galaxy S24 Ultra the best Android. Unlike the US, Australia officially sells Oppo, making the Find X7 a viable flagship alternative.

Is Oppo available in Australia?

Yes. Unlike the US and Canada, Oppo is officially sold in Australia and is popular, with models like the Find X7 and Reno series widely available alongside iPhone, Samsung and Pixel.