ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
A lot to love
There’s a lot to love about the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra, an affordable phone with plenty of premium features and a sleek design that makes it look more expensive than it is. But there are some concessions, most notably the limited software and security updates. But with the gorgeous screen, headphone jack, and AI features, you’ll love it.
For
- Sleek and stylish design
- Plenty of AI features
- Ultra-high peak brightness, gorgeous screen
- Actually has a headphone jack
Against
- Limited software and security updates
- Can overheat while gaming
- Doesn't come with a charger in the box
Google Pixel 8 Pro
A top-notch Pixel
The Google Pixel 8 Pro is the most powerful Pixel in the line-up to date with tons of fabulous features, many of which leverage Google AI technology. From taking great photos and being able to intelligently edit them after the fact to enjoying all that Google has to offer through its apps and software, this is a top-notch premium device without a premium price tag.
For
- Fabulous screen
- Powerful cameras with AI-powered editing features
- Seven years of software and security updates
- Other intelligent AI features
Against
- No expandable storage
- Tensor processor still isn't ideal for gaming
