Best dual-SIM Android phones 2023
Need two SIM cards on the same phone? These are the best choices.
The best dual-SIM Android phones let you seamlessly use two SIM cards at the same time. Dual-SIM phones have always been popular in Asian countries, and they're now starting to gain momentum in Western markets. With a dual-SIM phone, you can still use your primary SIM and pick up a local SIM to use on the same device while traveling, negating the need to carry two phones.
These are the best dual-SIM phones right now
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The ultra factor
With a large battery, sublime screen, latest internals, and stellar cameras, the Galaxy S22 Ultra is one of the best phones available today. Throw in dual-SIM connectivity as standard and you'll have a great overall package.
Fan edition
If you're interested in a mid-range option, the Galaxy S21 FE is a stellar choice right now. The phone has high-end hardware, a phenomenal screen, robust cameras, all-day battery, and fantastic value. Best of all, you get dual-SIM connectivity as standard.
Camera master
Go The Pixel 7 Pro is Google's most refined phone to date. The overall design hasn't changed too much over last year, but there's exciting new software features like Photo Unblur that make a huge difference in daily use. There's new camera hardware as well, making the Pixel 7 Pro the best overall Android phone around.
Ultimate value
The Pixel 6a shows that you don't need to pay more to get brilliant cameras and high-end hardware. It uses the same Tensor platform as the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro, takes fabulous photos, and has a similar design. The 60Hz screen limitation is a bit of a letdown, but the panel itself is vibrant, and the battery lasts over a day.
It's Zen time
The Zenfone 9 is the best small Android phone you can buy at the moment. The small size makes it ideal to hold and use, but you still get the latest Qualcomm silicon, fabulous cameras with gimbal video stabilization, and amazing battery life.
Make Mi yours
The Xiaomi 12 isn't available in North America, but it is sold in over 30 international markets. The phone has a sleek design and features a versatile camera system, and the best part is that it's designed for one-handed use. And like all Xiaomi phones, it comes with dual-SIM connectivity as standard.
You found the right one
The Oppo Find X5 Pro is one of the best phones to consider outside North America. The phone has a gorgeous ceramic unibody design that stands out, it's packed with the latest hardware, and it offers cameras that hold their own against Samsung and Google.
Truly great value
POCO delivers one of the best options if you want a budget phone with dual-SIM slots. The X4 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 695, has 256GB of storage, comes with a 108MP camera, and a 5000mAh battery that lasts over two days.
These are the best dual-SIM Android phones
The best Android phones all come with a dual-SIM card slot, but because of the carrier-driven ecosystem in the U.S., phone manufacturers like Samsung disable this feature in the region. But with the rise of eSIM, you can now get dual-SIM connectivity in North America on just about any phone.
The best choice at the moment is Samsung's Galaxy S22 Ultra. I've used a lot of phones in 2022 so far, and the S22 Ultra is my absolute favorite, and that's down to the sheer number of features on offer. The Pixel 7 Pro is a close second thanks to its clean Android interface and useful camera and software features.
If you're looking for a more value-focused phone, you should take a look at the Galaxy S21 FE. It distills the best features of the S21 series in a more affordable package, and you're not missing out on anything here. And the fact that you get long-term software updates is the icing on the cake.
And if you want a small phone, the Zenfone 9 is the ideal choice by a huge margin. It is easily usable one-handed, has powerful hardware on par with the Galaxy S22 Ultra, and takes great photos. The best part is that the battery lasts well over a day, and you get clean software.
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Harish Jonnalagadda is a Senior Editor overseeing Asia at Android Central. He leads the site's coverage of Chinese phone brands, contributing to reviews, features, and buying guides. He also writes about storage servers, audio products, and the semiconductor industry. Contact him on Twitter at @chunkynerd.
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