Updated December 10, 2024 (01:00 PM ET): The elimination round has ended! The final four smartphones in our annual Reader’s Choice Award voting, in order of most votes to least, are the Google Pixel 9 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, and OnePlus 12. As expected, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and Galaxy S24 Ultra are the favored devices for the finals. However, it is possible that the Pixel 9 Pro XL could overtake the Galaxy S24 Ultra, which would undoubtedly make an exciting final round. Which would you pick between the Pixel 9 Pro and the slightly larger version of that same phone?
Of course, there’s also the possibility that the OnePlus 12 could jump up significantly in support during this semi-final voting round. However, based on these early numbers, that is a long shot. If you’re betting on this, the safe bet is for the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra to emerge victorious and head to the final voting round. But who knows: surprises could be in store!
Also, as a side note, this is the first year in four years that an iPhone has not made it to the final four. Food for thought!