Whether you’re fabulous at Fortnite or you’re great at Grimvalor, nothing beats having a phone that can seamlessly and smoothly keep up with the action. Smartphones built for immersive gaming have grown in numbers over the last five years, and plenty of gamers have realised that you don’t need an Xbox or Wii to experience high-quality speed, graphics and audio.
Here’s our top picks of the best gaming phones available - so get ready, Player One.
Gaming on 5G
Playing your favourite games on a 5G phone is a truly unique experience - get ready for superfast streaming, downloading, and immediate responsiveness with reliable, seamless data (5G coverage and 5G data plan needed). 5G is around 10 times faster than 4G, and through increased speeds, streaming and cloud gaming, playing games will be a totally immersive experience like never before - whether you’re at home or on the go. From virtual reality gaming to multiplayer games with massively improved connections, everything’s set to change.
If you’re an existing Vodafone customer, you can enjoy a 15% discount on selected additional devices and plans - log in to your My Vodafone account to apply the discount.
Representative example for Device Plans
Example Phone / Watch Plan breakdown |
|
Total cost of phone |
£1,000 |
Upfront cost |
£100 |
APR |
0% |
Total credit amount |
£900 |
Length of contract |
36 months |
Monthly Phone Plan cost |
£25 |
Figures used in the above (other than the representative APR) are for illustrative purposes only.
Saving claims verification: see details on the relevant product page.
VAT: All pricing inclusive unless stated otherwise. For prices stated exclusive of VAT, the VAT rate payable is 20%.
◊5G: You must have a 5G enabled device on the Vodafone 5G network, a Vodafone 5G plan and 5G coverage in the area that you are in. Coverage may be affected by a number of factors. Click here for details about our 5G network
Roaming in more destinations than any other UK network: for verification, please see our roaming page
Gift with Purchase: see details on product page including any additional terms.
Ultimate Flexibility: For verification, see the Ultimate Flexibility details
*Annual Price Rise
Pay Monthly Plans (excluding Home Broadband): Monthly price shown and all out of bundle charges will increase each April by the Consumer Price Index rate published in January of that year, plus an additional 3.9%. If you have a Device Plan, this will not affect your monthly Device Plan payments.
Home Broadband: Monthly price will increase each April by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate of inflation published in January that year, plus an additional 3.9%. Excludes Pro Xtra Broadband plans currently within there minimum commitment period. Monthly price will increase by £10pm at the end of your 24 month plan (excludes Pro, Pro Xtra and Pro with Alexa plans).
See vodafone.co.uk/pricechanges for details
Pay Monthly
Minimum term agreement, credit check and terms apply
Device plan: means a Consumer Credit Agreement over a period between 3 – 36 months. A Monthly Airtime Plan (Xtra Plan) is required with your Device Plan. Device Plans up to 12 months require either a 12 or 24 month Monthly Airtime Plan. Device Plans over 12 months require a 24 month Monthly Airtime Plan. You can pay off your Device Plan early, and if you do, you can then keep your Airtime Plan on a 30-day contract or leave. If your Airtime Plan ends for any reason, you will need to keep on paying your monthly Device Plan (either in full or monthly).
Pay for your phone / watch in one go: If you would like to pay for the full cost of your phone / watch upfront, you can do this in one of our stores. You will need to purchase a Monthly Airtime Plan at the same time.
Minutes and texts: to standard mobiles and landlines (UK: 01, 02, 03) and standard SMS in the UK and our inclusive roaming destinations. A one-minute minimum call charge applies.
Data: a 25GB fair roam policy on all Pay monthly plans, for each 30-day period applies in our inclusive roaming destinations.
Unlimited data: available on Unlimited Lite Plan (max download and upload speed of 2Mbps), Unlimited Plan (max download and upload speeds of 10Mbps) and Unlimited Max Plan. Speed may vary by a number of factors.
Roaming: using your home plan in the Republic of Ireland and Isle of Man (Zone A) is included in all of our Pay Monthly plans. For roaming in other destinations, charges will apply depending on which plan you are on. A 25GB roam fair use policy applies for each billing month.
- Click here for information on the latest roaming change
- Click here for information on roaming with Vodafone
- Click here for a list of our inclusive roaming destinations
Trade-in: to trade in your device, please visit: https://tradein.vodafone.co.uk
Upgrade from month 3 means:
- Buying new Device Plan (which is a Consumer Credit Agreement) and an Airtime Plan; and
- paying off the remaining amount on your current Device Plan prior to upgrading.
Benefits for selected Xtra Plans:
- Unlimited Picture Messaging (MMS): within the UK and our inclusive roaming destinations.
- Device Care: for the duration of the plan only. Applicable for IOS and Android phone devices. Includes a health check giving you an indicator of the battery health and a valuation service giving you an estimated resell value of the phone.
- 50% off Smartwatch Connectivity : for compatible cellular (not WiFi only) smartwatches. Smartwatch Connectivity Plan (via Vodafone OneNumber) lasts for 30 days and will automatically renew every 30 days unless cancelled. The plan is £7 a month reduced to £3.50 a month. Discount not applicable to customers on a £5 OneNumber Connectivity or to customers on an existing 24 month watch plan.
- Unlimited Data Booster plus Inclusive Roaming in 51 European Destinations: 24 month Xtra Plans come with 6 boosts and 12-month plans with 3 boosts. Each boost provides unlimited data for 30 days. Inclusive Roaming in 51 European destinations allows you to use your monthly allowance of minutes, text and data to roam at no extra cost in our Zone A and B destinations. A 25GB roam fair use policy applies each billing month. Find more information and destinations on our roaming page
- Inclusive Roaming in 83 Worldwide Destinations: Roam at no extra cost in 83 destinations worldwide (Zone A, B and C destinations) on selected Xtra Plans. A 25GB roam fair use policy applies each billing month. Find more information and destinations on our roaming page
Total Care Warranty: 24 month warranty starts from the date of purchase of a handset from Vodafone either on a Device Plan or outright. Warranty only applies to manufacturer faults. Not applicable with Refurbished Phones. Find out more about Vodafone Total Care Warranty
Battery Refresh: applicable for phone devices purchased either on a Device Plan or purchased outright from Vodafone, with a Vodafone Pay Monthly Plan. Is available for the length of the plan (minimum of 2 years and maximum of 3 years). Battery Refresh is not available for phones that have been cracked, smashed or have water damage (damage that would not be covered under a manufacturer warranty) and chargeable repairs can be offered. Download the My Vodafone app to access the Battery Refresh Tool. Not applicable for Watch Plans or Refurbished Phones.
Smartwatch / Watch Plans
Watch Plans require a Vodafone pay monthly airtime plan and a Connectivity Plan (via Vodafone OneNumber). Lasts for 30 days and will automatically renew every 30 days unless cancelled. Terms apply.
Home Broadband
For Home Broadband details and terms go to our Home Broadband page
†910Mbps average download speed via a wired connection.
Vodafone Together: customer can get i) a monthly discount on Home Broadband plan and ii) 30% off additional mobile airtime plans of 12 months or more, for the duration of their contracts. Additional mobile plans are Pay Monthly SIM only, Airtime or Mobile Broadband plans. Discounts can’t be used in conjunction with any other discounts. Terms, eligibility & details: vodafone.co.uk/broadband-sim-only-deals
Insurance
These terms are available in our terms and conditions pages
- If you’re a consumer go to Consumer then Insurance then Insurance – Current
- If you’re a sole trader go to Business then Insurance then Insurance – Current
Pay As You Go
Unlimited Bundle: An Unlimited Pay as you go Bundle lasts for 30 days. Your bundle will automatically renew every 30 days if you have enough credit. To opt out call 2345. Unlimited minutes and texts: minutes to standard mobiles and landlines (UK: 01, 02, 03) and standard texts (excluding MMS) in the UK and our inclusive roaming destinations. Roaming data is capped at 25GB for each 30-day period in our inclusive roaming destinations.
Pay as you go Bundles (Big Value Bundle): Minutes to standard mobiles and landlines (UK: 01, 02, 03), standard texts and data (excluding entertainment packs and Extras) to use in the UK and our Europe Zone. Last 30 days. Automatically renews every 30 days if you have enough credit. Opt out by calling 2345. Pay as you go Bundles are also known as Big Value Bundles.
Total Rollover: Any unused allowance from your current Pay as you go Bundle will only rollover from one bundle to the next, for use in the next 30-day period, if your Pay as you go Bundle renews automatically.
Awards
Very Me Awards
- VeryMe won A Silver in the Brand Partnership Activation of the Year category and a Gold in the Loyalty Activation of the Year category at the 2020 IPM Awards. See verification on the IPM website.
- VeryMe helped Vodafone win Best Network for Loyalty and Retention at the Mobile Industry Awards 2020. See verification on the Techrader website.
- Vodafone VeryMe, TMW Unlimited and Mando-Connect won Best Use of CRM at the Loyalty Magazine Awards 2020. See verification on the IPM website
The UK’s reliable, award-winning network: The UK relies on Vodafone as a network provider as it: i) powers critical national infrastructure & 68% of blue-light services, ii) has coverage in 99% of UK homes; and iii) covers 96% of the UK. Full details & awards: www.vodafone.co.uk/network
Full Terms and Conditions
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1Typical value tested under 3rd party conditions. Rated minimum capacity is 4,855mAh.
2Charger sold separately.
1Typical value tested under 3rd party conditions. Rated minimum capacity is 3,700 mAh for S22 and 4,500mAh for S22+.
2Charger sold separately.
¹The display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the iPhone 13 Pro Max 6.7-inch screen is 6.68 inches and the iPhone 13 Pro 6.1-inch screen is 6.06 inches diagonally. The iPhone 13 screen is 6.06 inches diagonally and the iPhone 13 mini screen is 5.42 inches diagonally. Actual viewable area is less.
²Data plan required. 5G is available in select markets and through select carriers. Speeds vary based on site conditions and carrier. For details on 5G support, contact your carrier and see apple.com/iphone/cellular.
³iPhone 13 Pro is spill, splash, and dust resistant and was tested under controlled laboratory conditions with a rating of IP68 under IEC standard 60529. Spill, splash, and dust resistance are not permanent conditions. Resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge a wet iPhone; refer to the user guide for cleaning and drying instructions. Liquid damage not covered under warranty.
⁴The displays have rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the iPhone 13 screen is 6.06 inches diagonally and the iPhone 13 mini screen is 5.42 inches diagonally. Actual viewable area is less.
1Testing conducted by Apple in August 2021 using pre-production iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max units and software and accessory Apple USB‑C Power Adapter (20W Model A2305). Fast-charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
3Compared with previous-generation iPhone models. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced by an Apple service provider. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information.
14K Ultra Night Video mode supports video shooting at 30fps.
2Ultra Dark Video will be automatically triggered when the brightness is below 5 lux.
3OPPO Find X5 Pro introduced 8192-level dimming of the screen, offering up to 12 brightness adjusting solutions to match the pupil zooming speeds in different light shifting conditions.
45000mAh is the typical capacity. The rated capacity is 4880mAh. OPPO Find X5 Pro uses two 2500mAh series-connected cells (2440mAh is the rated capacity of each cell), powering the phone with a total capacity of 5000mAh.
5The data of charging cycles was obtained from laboratory testing.
6The charging data of 80W SUPERVOOCTM was obtained through laboratory testing. Actual charging time may vary.
7The charging data of 50W AIRVOOCTM was obtained through laboratory testing. Actual charging time may vary.
8The 10-bit colour depth display can capture around 1.07 billion colours.
9Quick Startup can support Among Us, Candy Crush Saga, Coin Master, RoV, SAKURA School Simulator, LOL, Ludo King, Talking Tom Hero Dash, Baby Panda World and Battle Warship on OPPO Find X5 Pro. AI Frame Rate Stabilizer can support PUBG and Genshin Impact on OPPO Find X5 Pro.
iPhone 12 Terms & Conditions:
¹ Data plan required. 5G is available in select markets and through select carriers. Speeds vary based on site conditions and carrier. For details on 5G support, contact your carrier and see apple.com/iphone/cellular.
² The display has rounded corners. When measured as a rectangle, the screen is 6.06 inches diagonally. Actual viewable area is less.
³ Claim based on iPhone 12 Ceramic Shield front compared with previous-generation iPhone.
⁴ Accessories are sold separately.
⁵ iPhone 12 is splash, water, and dust resistant and was tested under controlled laboratory conditions with a rating of IP68 under IEC standard 60529 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes). Splash, water, and dust resistance are not permanent conditions. Resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge a wet iPhone; refer to the user guide for cleaning and drying instructions. Liquid damage not covered under warranty.
iPhone 12 in Purple Terms & Conditions
¹ Data plan required. 5G is available in select markets and through select carriers. Speeds vary based on site conditions and carrier. For details on 5G support, contact your carrier and see apple.com/iphone/cellular.
² The display has rounded corners. When measured as a rectangle, the screen is 6.06 inches diagonally. Actual viewable area is less.
³ Claim based on iPhone 12 Ceramic Shield front compared with previous-generation iPhone.
⁴ Accessories are sold separately.
⁵ iPhone 12 is splash, water, and dust resistant and was tested under controlled laboratory conditions with a rating of IP68 under IEC standard 60529 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes). Splash, water, and dust resistance are not permanent conditions. Resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge a wet iPhone; refer to the user guide for cleaning and drying instructions. Liquid damage not covered under warranty.
iPhone 12 mini Terms & Conditions:
¹ Data plan required. 5G is available in select markets and through select carriers. Speeds vary based on site conditions and carrier. For details on 5G support, contact your carrier and see apple.com/iphone/cellular.
² The display has rounded corners. When measured as a rectangle, the screen is 5.42 inches diagonally. Actual viewable area is less.
³ Claim based on iPhone 12 mini Ceramic Shield front compared with previous-generation iPhone.
⁴ Accessories are sold separately.
⁵ iPhone 12 mini is splash, water, and dust resistant and was tested under controlled laboratory conditions with a rating of IP68 under IEC standard 60529 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes). Splash, water, and dust resistance are not permanent conditions. Resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge a wet iPhone; refer to the user guide for cleaning and drying instructions. Liquid damage not covered under warranty.
15G network connection required.
S Pen Fold edition and S Pen Pro sold separately.
Submersion in up to 1.5m of freshwater for up to 30min (not advised for beach or pool use).
Tested to be folded and unfolded 100 times a day for 5 years. The lifecycle verification was tested based on Samsung's internal quality standards.
Find X3 Pro:
165W SuperVOOC 2.0 Fast Charging: Based on tests performed in OPPO labs. The actual charging time may vary depending on differences in environments or individual devices (such as temperature variations and battery age). The displayed remaining battery power may vary from device to device. To ensure accuracy in testing, "5% battery" is defined as the equivalent of 5% of a 4500mAh battery, i.e., 225mAh.
Battery: 4,500mAh is the typical value of battery capacity. The minimum capacity is 4,200mAh.
3120Hz Refresh Rate: By default, the screen refresh rate is changed automatically based on the specific scenario. You can choose the Auto Select, 120Hz, or 60Hz mode in Settings.
Display size: 6.7-inches is the diagonal length when the four rounded corners of the screen are extended into right angles, the actual size is smaller.
Find X3 Lite:
265W SuperVOOC 2.0 Fast Charging: Based on tests performed in OPPO labs. The actual charging time may vary depending on differences in environments or individual devices (such as temperature variations and battery age). The displayed remaining battery power may vary from device to device. To ensure accuracy in testing, "5% battery" is defined as the equivalent of 5% of a 4300mAh battery, i.e., 215mAh.
Battery: 4,300mAh is the typical value of battery capacity. The minimum capacity is 4,200mAh.
90Hz Refresh Rate: You can choose 90Hz or 60Hz mode in Settings. When you choose 90Hz mode, some apps will run at a 60Hz refresh rate due to compatibility issues.
Display size: 6.4-inches is the diagonal length when the four rounded corners of the screen are extended into right angles, the actual size is smaller.
5G network connection required.
Google Duo is a trademark of Google LLC.
The Galaxy Z Flip3 can be submerged in up to 1.5m of freshwater for up to 30 minutes (not advised for beach or pool use).
The Galaxy Z Flip3 hinge has been tested to be folded and unfolded 100 times per day for 5 years. The lifestyle verification was tested based on Samsung's internal quality standards.
1Typical value based on testing under third party lab conditions. Rated capacity for Galaxy S21 FE and Galaxy S20 FE is 4,635mAh and 3,880mAh for Galaxy S21+ 5G.
2Cable supplied in box without power adapter. Starter kit can be purchased separately.
1In order to receive 1,200 tokens and 300,000 credits, you need to obtain 10 flags in career mode in 'Asphalt 9'.
Gameloft will attempt to help you with any queries or problems that you may have with the game.
To reach our customer support team, please contact us at: https://support.gameloft.com/contactus?igagame=A9HM&verify=yes
115W Adaptive Fast Charger provided in box, 25W Super Fast Charger sold separately.
Typical battery value based on testing under third-party lab conditions. Rated capacity is less.
5G functionality requires compatible network connection.
MicroSD card sold separately.
IP67 rating for dust and water resistance.
1 Measured diagonally; dimensions may vary by configuration and manufacturing process. Not available for all apps or content. Display automatically adjusts to optimise for best viewing and battery performance.
2 Estimated battery life based on testing using a mix of talk, data, standby and use of other features. Battery life depends upon many factors, and usage of certain features will decrease battery life. Battery testing was conducted by a third party in California in mid 2021 on pre-production hardware and software, using default settings. Battery testing was conducted using two major mobile networks using Sub-6 GHz non-standalone 5G (ENDC) connectivity. Actual battery life may be lower.
3 Maximum battery life is based on testing using a mix of talk, data, standby and use of other features. Battery life depends upon many factors, and usage of certain features will decrease battery life. Battery testing was conducted by a third party in California in mid 2021 on pre-production hardware and software, using default settings. Battery testing was conducted using two major mobile networks using Sub-6 GHz non-standalone 5G (ENDC) connectivity. Actual battery life may be lower. Fast wired charging rates are based on use of the Google 30 W USB-C® Charger plugged into a wall socket. Compatible with USB PD 3.0 PPS adapters. Actual results may be slower. Adapters sold separately.
4 Wireless charging rates up to 21 W (Pixel 6) and up to 23 W (Pixel 6 Pro) charging with Qi-certified Google Pixel Stand (2nd gen) (sold separately). Up to 12 W with Qi-certified EPP chargers (sold separately). Actual results may be slower.
5Based on internal benchmark testing on pre-production devices. “80% faster” claim based on comparison to Pixel 5.
15G network connection depends on whether the SIM card supports 5G network, and it also depends on the 5G frequency band and 5G network construction in users' location.
2Screen size is measured diagonally, in centimetres. Product screen size is 16.34cm as a full rectangle, and its screen-to-body ratio is 90.8% (active area). Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole.
3The rear camera array consists of a 48MP main lens, an 8MP ultra wide-angle lens, a 2MP mono lens and a 2MP macro lens. Accounting for wide-angle distortion correction in 119° ultra wide-angle mode, the field of view is about 107°–109°.
4OPPO 30W VOOC Flash Charge 4.0’s charging results are tested internally in OPPO labs under stimulated usage conditions. Actual charging times may vary depending on user conditions.
5The Game Focus Mode and Bullet Notifications now supports WhatsApp, telegram, line, message, text.
6Due to slight variations in device components and measurement methods, device thickness may differ by ±0.2mm and device weight may differ by ±3g compared to specifications.
7Quick Startup Mode is temporarily not available in games which are not in compliance with Android rules and guidance.
8The battery’s typical value is 4310mAh, the minimum value is 4220mAh.
9Super Nighttime Standby time stimulates running in Super Nighttime Standby Mode. From 23:00 PM to 7:00 AM, the Always-On Display only consumes about 1.78% battery over an 8-hour period.