The best flagship smartphone in 2026
Prices checked 10 September 2026; confirm today's price and stock. Scores include 10% for release recency, and the top two are too close to call.
The ranking
The iPhone 18 Pro Max leads at 94.2 and the 18 Pro follows at 92.8. The year-old iPhone 17 Pro is the value pick at RM4,899; the Huawei Mate 80 Pro is cheapest at RM3,999 but has no Google Play.
Three models scored every phone on performance, display, camera, battery, software and value; release recency adds 10%.
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| Rank | Name | /100 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 94.2 | |
| 2 | 92.8 | |
| 3 | 85.3 | |
| 4 | 79.2 |
Can you buy any of this in Malaysia
All four are sold here with local warranty.
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Where to buy
| phone | status | price | Before buying |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huawei Mate 80 Pro | official | RM3,999 | On sale at the 10 September check, from Huawei's own site and stores. |
| iPhone 17 Pro | official | RM4,899 | On sale at the check, RM600 below the 18 Pro. |
| iPhone 18 Pro | official | RM5,499 | Pre-orders opened 12 September, with stock due 18 September. |
| iPhone 18 Pro Max | official | RM5,999 | Pre-orders opened 12 September, with stock due 18 September. |