What is the best raya 2023 device in the flagship category? As with the premium mid-range category, finding the best three is challenging as they are all sold at extremely high prices. Not all features stuffed into the device will be used. This presented a challenge to the our editorial board to find the winner.
But after taking a breather we feel the three devices below are the best so far in 2023. If you want to see the winners in the other two previously published categories, please go to the links below.
Choosing criteria
A screen with a high refresh rate.
Equipped with flagship class chips.
Best performance.
Best photography skills.
Using Android 13
Has been officially launched in Malaysia in 2023.
Third Place – Honor Magic5 Pro
Honor Magic5 Pro is indeed magical because it is the best alternative for Huawei users who need 5G support, Google Mobile Services and a premium flagship device. The device's 6.81″ OLED screen supports 120Hz in battery-saving LTPO mode. With the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, it works smoothly and without any issues.
The performance of the camera is also very satisfactory with the ability to zoom up to 100X. The 5100 mAh battery on the Magic5 Pro is the biggest on a 2023 flagship device so far. The selling price is also reasonable for the various additional features provided. For example it's the only device on this list that has a 3D face scanning system.
Specifications: 6.81” OLED QHD+ 120Hz LTPO, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) (1X Cortex-X3 3.2GHz + 4X Cortex-A715 2.8GHz + 3X Cortex-A510 2.0 GHz), 12GB RAM, 512GB storage, 50+50+50 +3D MP (Main), 12+3DMP (Selfie), 5100 mAh (66W), Android 13.
Price: RM4299 (12/512GB)
Second Place – OnePlus 11
The OnePlus 11 is the flagship device with an affordable Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 this year. They are back to the basics of offering a flagship device at a more reasonable price. There is a 120HZ LTPO screen and a camera system that supports Hasselblad mode. For those looking for a flagship device that won't break the skin, the OnePlus 11 is a smart choice.
The software on OnePlus 11 is also smooth making it very easy to use with various interesting additional features. 100W charging also ensures that the battery can be charged very quickly. It is only in the third place because of the small storage and the waterproof ability is only IP64. We put the OnePlus 11 in second place overtaking the Magic5 Pro because
Specifications: 6.7” Fluid AMOLED QHD+ 120Hz LTPO, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) (1X Cortex-X3 3.2GHz + 4X Cortex-A715 2.8GHz + 3X Cortex-A510 2.0 GHz), 8/16GB RAM, 128/256 GB storage , 50+48+32 MP (Main), 16MP (Selfie), 5000 mAh (100W), Android 13.
Price: RM3299 (8/128GB), RM3599 (16/256GB)
Champion – Xiaomi 13 Pro
With a Leica lens and landmark specifications, the Xiaomi 13 Pro is the flagship device of Hari Raya 2023. It is the best because of its overall best photography capabilities aided by the Leica lens and 1″ sensor that ensures the sharpness of the pictures taken.
In addition, it is paired with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip that is quite powerful. Running various applications is very smooth and the most high-graphics launchers also do not cause problems. It's a near-perfect device from Xiaomi with the 13 Ultra model only to overtake it as the best so far.
Specifications: 6.73” OLED QHD+ 120Hz LTPO, Dolby Vision, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) (1X Cortex-X3 3.2GHz + 4X Cortex-A715 2.8GHz + 3X Cortex-A510 2.0 GHz), 12GB RAM, 256/512GB storage, 50+50+50 MP (Main), 32 MP (Selfie), 4820 mAh (120W), Android 13.
Price: RM4599 (12/256GB), RM5999 (12/512GB).
Well here is a list of the best devices in the flagship category. Will it all be back on the best devices 2023 list at the end of the year? Just wait for this article later.