Which Samsung Phone is the best for you in 2022: Part 1

Best Samsung Galaxy Phones for 2022

Samsung has phones that fit every budget, from the high-end Galaxy S22 Ultra to the more affordable Galaxy S21 FE.

Samsung has a phone for just about every budget. Whether you're looking to spend K26,900 or K3,300, there's another option for everyone. Expensive phones like the K26,900 Galaxy S22 Ultra typically have more advanced cameras, the newest processor and a larger screen. But even Samsung's midrange and budget phones feature nearly borderless screens, long battery life and multiple cameras. However, camera quality will vary and these phones typically run on weaker processors.

Samsung has already launched several phones this year, so there are plenty of new options to choose from. The Galaxy S21 FE debuted in January, followed by the Galaxy S22 lineup in February and the recently announced Galaxy A53 5G, which debuts on April 1 (tomorrow). All of these phones have a long life cycle ahead of them since they're still new.

That means it's an ideal time to consider buying if you're in the market for a new device. Samsung also committed to supporting four generations of Android and Samsung operating system updates on these devices, which is an improvement from its previous three-year pledge.

Finding the best Samsung phone will ultimately come down to preference. Choosing between so many options can get complicated, so here's how to decide which Samsung phone is best for you.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

The biggest screen and best camera

The K26,900 Galaxy S22 Ultra is Samsung's most expensive phone that isn't a folding phone. With its huge 6.8-inch screen and four-lens camera, it's best for those who want the largest screen and best camera possible in a new Samsung phone. Unlike last year's model, the Galaxy S22 Ultra also comes with Samsung's S Pen stylus at no additional cost, just like Samsung's older Galaxy Note devices.

At 6.8 inches, the Galaxy S22 Ultra is noticeably larger than the 6.6-inch Galaxy S22 Plus and 6.1-inch Galaxy S22. The camera is also one of the biggest reasons you should consider this phone over Samsung's smaller and cheaper devices. While all three new Galaxy S22 phones can take better photos in the dark and have improved color and contrast, the S22 Ultra is the only one with two telephoto lenses. 

As a result, the S22 Ultra has the closest zoom of any Samsung phone and possibly any phone. It also has a 108-megapixel main sensor similar to the one in last year's phone, along with a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera and the two 10-megapixel zoom lenses.

The Galaxy S22's high price and large size are probably too much for most people, and its battery life could be better. But for those who love big screens and who really want a superior zoom camera and the S Pen for taking notes, the S22 won't disappoint.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus

Just the right size

The Galaxy S22 Plus is the middle child of the Galaxy S22 lineup. Its 6.6-inch screen size is just right for most people, it has a sharp new glass-and-metal design and the camera has gotten a huge upgrade compared with the S21 generation. Although it's a bit pricey at K22,900, it feels like the right option for those who want a screen that's big but not gigantic paired with one of the best cameras around.

Many of the updates Samsung made across the Galaxy S22 lineup are like the phones' new processors and refreshed designs. But the jump from the Galaxy S21's 12-megapixel camera to the S22's 50-megapixel camera is probably one of the most noticeable improvement. Both the Galaxy S22 Plus and regular Galaxy S22 have this new camera system, along with other internal camera enhancements, which results in better low-light performance, color and detail. 

Overall, the Galaxy S22 Plus is the best choice for those who want a premium phone with a top-notch camera and a large, bright screen.

Samsung Galaxy S22

For people who prefer smaller phones

The standard Galaxy S22 has a 6.1-inch screen, whereas many competing Android phones have displays that measure around 6.4 inches or larger so it's a good choice for people that enjoy using smaller phones.

The K18,900 Galaxy S22 brings many of the same benefits as the Galaxy S22 Plus.

That includes a 50-megapixel camera with better low-light photography, a new processor and a revamped design that feels more elegant than the S21. It's essentially a smaller version of the Galaxy S22 Plus, except the Plus also has a bigger battery, faster charging and ultrawideband support.

The Galaxy S22 is the best option for those who want a more compact phone that still has most of the premium features found in Samsung's bigger and more expensive phones. Just keep in mind that the Galaxy S22's smaller size also comes along with shorter battery life than the S22 Plus and S22 Ultra.

Stay tuned for the part 2 where we'll cover more Samsung phones for your preferences and needs.