Upcoming and New Flagship Phones in 2022

With the rapid rate of smartphone advancement, there’s always something new on the horizon. The excitement for the next big thing begins as soon as you see the latest device. Many big smartphone manufacturing companies will release their new flagship phones in 2022. In this article, we will reveal rumors and details about upcoming and new flagship phones that are expected to be released in 2022.

This list of flagship phones will be updated on a regular basis with device rumors that we believe are both plausible and fascinating. In terms of already-released handsets, we’ve compiled a list of the best smartphones for 2022, which we feel to be the greatest on all platforms.

These devices are flagship devices so the prices of these smartphones will be higher than the starter or mid-range level smartphones.

List of Upcoming and New Flagship phones in 2022

Before we go into the details, here are some of the smartphones expected in 2022:

• Google Pixel 6a
• Nokia X50
• Vivo X80
• Sony Xperia 1 IV
• Xiaomi 12 Ultra
• Google Pixel Fold
• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
• Frontier Motorola
• iPhone 14 Series

Google Pixel 6a

The Google Pixel 6a, which is based on the Pixel 6 devices, has been the subject of numerous leaks. It’ll most likely be Google Tensor-powered, but the camera will be reduced to make the Pixel smartphone more affordable. In May, Google I/O 2022, may be revealed. There are updates that there may be weaker than expected specifications of the upcoming Google Pixel 6a.

Network	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Body	DIMENSIONS – 152.2 x 71.8 x 8.7 mm (5.99 x 2.83 x 0.34 in) WEIGHT: 6.3 oz/178 g
Display	DISPLAY: 6.1-inch OLED  AMOLED – 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~424 PPI density) PROTECTION: Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Operating System	Android 12
Storage/RAM	128GB 6GB RAM
Chipset	Google Tensor (5 nm)
CPU	Octa-core (2×2.80 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2×2.25 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU	Mali-G78 MP20
Rear Camera	12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55″, 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 17mm, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1.25µm
Selfie Camera	8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1.12µm
Battery	Li-Ion 4800 mAh, non-removable

Nokia X50

Although there have been numerous rumors of a Nokia 9 PureView successor, the trail appears to have gone dead, leading to speculation that Nokia may instead release a Nokia 8.3 replacement with five cameras, potentially named the Nokia X50.

A 6.5-inch display, Snapdragon 700 series technology, and a 108-megapixel primary camera are all possibilities. The launch date has been set for 2022.

Network	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Body	N/A
Display	IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch
Operating System	Android 11
Storage/RAM	128GB Built-in, 8GB RAM
Chipset	Snapdragon 775
CPU	2.0 GHz Octa Core
GPU	Adreno 630
Rear Camera	Penta Camera: 108 MP main sensor, LED Flash Zeiss optics, HDR, panorama, touch focus, face detection, Video (4K@30fps (unconfirmed), 1080p@30fps)
Selfie Camera	32 MP, (wide), Video (1080p@30fps)
Battery	(Li-Po Non-removable), 6000 mAh

Vivo X80

The X80 series will be released in China on April 25th, however, there is no indication of a global release. On the back, there’s a Zeiss camera, but we’re looking for MediaTek Dimensity 9000 power, 80W charging, and Android 12 with a 6.78in AMOLED display.

Network	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Body	Dimensions – 164.6 x 75.3 x 9.1 mm (6.48 x 2.96 x 0.36 in) Weight- 215 g / 219 g (7.58 oz) Glass front, glass back or ceramic back or eco leatherback, aluminum frame
Display	LTPO3 AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1500 nits (peak) 6.78 inches, 111.4 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) 1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~517 ppi density)
Operating System	Android 12
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) – MediaTek Dimensity 9000 (4 nm)
Storage/RAM	256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM UFS 3.1
CPU	Octa-core (1×3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3×2.40 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4×1.70 GHz Cortex-A510) Octa-core (1×3.05 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3×2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU	Adreno 730 Mali-G710 MC10
Rear Camera	50 MP, f/1.6, (wide), 1/1.3″, PDAF, Laser AF, gimbal OIS 8 MP, f/3.4, (periscope telephoto), 1/4.4″, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 12 MP, f/1.9, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.0″, 1.22µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, 2x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.0″, AF Features – Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, Pixel Shift, dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama Video – 8K, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Camera	32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8″, 0.8µm
Battery	Type – Li-Po 4700 mAh, non-removable Charging – Fast charging 80W, 100% in 38 min (advertised) Fast wireless charging 50W, 100% in 50 min (advertised) Reverse charging

Sony Xperia 1 IV

The Sony Xperia 1 IV could be the company’s next flagship phone. This phone will be released in May 2022, and it will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor.

There’s not a lot of detail, but with a 21:9 display, the camera is likely to take center stage.

Network	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Body	Dimensions – 165.1 x 71.1 x 7.6 mm (6.5 x 2.80 x 0.30 in) Weight – 181.4 g (6.38 oz)
Display	OLED, 1B colors, HDR BT.2020 Size – 6.5 inches, 1644 x 3840 pixels, 21:9 ratio Corning Gorilla Glass 6
Ram	8GB / 12GB
Operating System	Android 12
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 (7 nm+)
Storage	256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM UFS 3.1
CPU	Octa-core (1×2.84 GHz Kryo 585 & 3×2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 585)
GPU	Adreno 650
Rear Camera	12 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.7″, 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.4″, 1.0µm, PDAF, 3x optical zoom, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 124?, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55″, Dual Pixel PDAF 0.3 MP, TOF 3D, (depth)
Selfie Camera	8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4″, 1.12µm HDR 1080p@30fps (5-axis gyro-EIS)
Battery	Li-Po 4000 mAh Fast charging 21W

Xiaomi 12 Ultra

While Xiaomi unveiled the Xiaomi 12 at Mobile World Congress, rumors suggest that a Xiaomi 12 Ultra is in development, with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus as its processor. It is scheduled to debut in Q3 2022.

Network	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Body	Dimensions – 165.1 x 71.1 x 7.6 mm (6.5 x 2.80 x 0.30 in) Weight – 181.4 g (6.38 oz)
Display	LTPO2 AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch Size – 6.73 Inches 1440 x 3200 Pixels (~521 PPI) Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 120Hz refresh rate
Ram	12GB
Operating System	Android 12
Storage	256GB
Chipset	Snapdragon 8 Gen1
CPU	Octa-core
GPU	Adreno 650
Rear Camera	Triple Camera: 50 MP + 16 MP + 48 MP, LED Flash Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HDR, panorama, Video
Selfie Camera	32 MP
Battery	(Li-Po Non-removable), 5000 mAh Fast battery charging 120W, 50W wireless charging

Google Pixel Fold

The earliest reports of a foldable Pixel surfaced in 2019, with the second leak in 2020 claiming the codename would be Passport and that it would be released in Q4 2021. That didn’t happen, but there are now rumors that it will be released in 2022.

Network	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Body	Not Available
Display	OLED 7.6 inches (17.30 cm) 1768 x 2208 Pixels 373 ppi
Ram	8 GB
Operating System	Android 12
Storage	128 GB
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
CPU	Octa-core (1×3.09 GHz Kryo 585 & 3×2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 585)
GPU	Adreno 660
Rear Camera	12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 16 MP, f/2.2, 107 (ultrawide)
Selfie Camera	16 MP Primary Camera
Battery	4500 mAh

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4

In 2022, Samsung is likely to introduce the Galaxy Z Fold 4 at a major event. The dimensions and design will be similar to the Z Fold 3, although it will supposedly be slimmer. We anticipate a strong push for this phone, but not one that includes the S Pen.

Network	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Body	Not Available
Display	Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch Size – 7.6 Inches 1768 x 2208 Pixels (~372 PPI) Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Ram	12GB
Operating System	Android 12
Storage	256GB
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)
CPU	2.84 Ghz Octa Core
GPU	Adreno 660
Rear Camera	Triple Camera: 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.76″, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS + 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.6″, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide), LED Flash
Selfie Camera	10 MP
Battery	(Li-Po Non removable), 4500 mAh Fast charging 25W, Fast wireless charging 10W, Reverse wireless charging 4.5W

Frontier Motorola

The Motorola Frontier is expected to be the company’s flagship phone, with a 194-megapixel main camera, 6.7-inch 144Hz display, and Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor. According to rumors, it will not be released until July 2022.

Network	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Body	Not Available
Display	OLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 700 nits (HBM) 6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~393 PPI density)
Ram	8 GB, 12GB
Operating System	Android 12
Storage	128GB, 256GB
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
CPU	Octa-core (1×3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3×2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU	Adreno 730
Rear Camera	194 MP, (wide), 1/1.5″, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.2, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76″, 0.64µm 12 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), 1/3.4″, 1.0µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom
Selfie Camera	No Information Yet
Battery	Li-Po 4500 mAh, non-removable Fast charging 125W Fast wireless charging 50W

Apple iPhone 14 Series

With Apple’s two-year design cycle, the iPhone 14 Series should feature a completely new look for the iPhones. That might mean ditching the notch in favor of a punch-hole camera and in-display Touch ID. There may be also some screen size changes in the upcoming iPhones.

This year apple might use old Bionic A15 chips in iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max and the latest and fastest chipset may be used in Pro Models of iPhone 14. We expect iPhone 14 to come with the next generation of operating systems which is iOS 16. The current version of iOS is 15.4.1 which is running on iPhone 6s to iPhone 13 Pro Max.

More details will be unveiled when the release date is closer. As is customary, we anticipate an announcement in October.

Network	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Body	Not Available
Display	6.1 inches (15.49 cm) Super Retina XDR OLED 460 PPI
Ram	4 GB,
Operating System	iOS 16
Storage	64 GB, 128GB, 512GB (1TB expected)
Chipset	Apple A15 Bionic (5nm)
CPU	Hexa-core
GPU	Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
Rear Camera	12 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 12 MP, f/2.4 Digital Zoom, Auto Flash, Face detection, Touch to focus
Selfie Camera	12 MP + SL 3D
Battery	3115 mAh

We will update this list of New Flagships Phones in 2022 once there is some more information about these smartphones