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In a recent report by Counterpoint Research, it has been revealed that all top seven best-selling smartphone models of 2023 were iPhones, marking the first time in history for such a dominance.
Top 10 best-selling smartphones of 2023, globally
The top three positions were occupied by 2022’s iPhone 14 series, with the base model clinching the top position. Despite the release of the iPhone 15 series in September 2023, these models swiftly secured spots 5, 6, and 7 within just three months of sales. The iPhone 13, positioned between the 14 and 15 series, also made a notable appearance at No. 4, being the most affordable modern-looking iPhone offered by Apple.
The usually budget-friendly iPhone SE did not make it onto the list for 2023. Rumors circulating within the industry hint that Apple might not produce another SE model in the future. Notably, 2022’s report included the iPhone SE.
3 budget devices from Samsung accompanied expensive iPhones
While the list of top 10 global best-selling smartphones included the flagship iPhone 14 and 15 series with no place for a relatively more affordable iPhone SE last year, the 3 Android devices from Samsung, that probably replaced the iPhone 13 Pro models, were among some of the most budget-friendly offerings from Samsung. It’s important to note that the company also offers some of the most premium smartphones to the market.
Apple does not offer an aesthetically appealing yet affordable offering to users. On the other end of the spectrum, Android, users still get plenty of choices and a decent look (most of the time). It might be a reason for the 3 spots being occupied by budget Samsung devices – the Samsung Galaxy A14 5G (~$200), Samsung Galaxy A14 4G (~$160), and the Samsung Galaxy A04e (~$100).
Interestingly, Counterpoint Research’s list of the top 10 best-selling devices from 2022 included the Samsung Galaxy A14’s predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy A13, and additionally the Samsung Galaxy A03 alongside 8 iPhone models. And to my surprise, the list for 2021 included the Samsung Galaxy A12 along with two other cost-effective offerings from Xiaomi, but not a Galaxy flagship.
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