The best dual-SIM Android phones available

While most users can get by with a single SIM handset, there’s something to be said about the flexibility a dual-SIM device can offer. A dual-SIM setup lets you have two phone numbers while also using dedicated SIM cards for data and calls/texts. Here are our picks for the best dual-SIM Android phones you can buy, but make sure you don’t accidentally grab a single SIM version instead since some of the devices listed below come with just one SIM card slot in a few markets.

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The best dual-SIM Android phones

Editor’s note: We will update this list as more dual-SIM devices hit the market.

Samsung Galaxy S23 series

The Samsung Galaxy S23 family currently includes three devices; the Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra. All come in versions with dual-SIM functionality. These aren’t only some of the best dual-SIM phones but also among the best handsets of the year. The difference is that in some markets, it will come with two nano-SIMs; in others, you’ll have to use nano-SIM and eSIM to get dual-SIM functionality.

All three Galaxy S23 models offer 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X displays with HDR10+ support, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processors, 8GB or 12GB of RAM, and up to 1TB of storage for the Ultra. You’ll also get great camera systems, as well as all the great features Samsung handsets have to offer.

The Samsung Galaxy S23 series isn’t cheap, as these are premium devices, but prices aren’t as excessive as in previous years. The base Galaxy S22 has a $799.99 MSRP.

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Samsung Galaxy Z fold 4 and Z Flip 4

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z flip 4 are stunning devices with great specs, gorgeous designs, and very unique form factors. In the case of the Galaxy Z Fold 4, it can fold out to uncover a larger display. The Galaxy Z Flip 4 can fold in half to provide a much smaller, pocketable size.

Aside from being very fun and powerful products, these foldable smartphones come in dual-SIM configurations. In the case of the Galaxy Z Fold 4, a dual-SIM version is available in many markets. In the case of the USA, you’ll have to settle with a nano-SIM card and an eSIM. The Galaxy Z Flip is only offered with nano-SIM and eSIM dual-SIM capabilities.

The only downside about these phones is that they’re pretty pricey. Especially the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, which has a $1,799.99 MSRP. The Galaxy Z Flip 4 has a $999.99 MSRP.

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vivo X90 series

The vivo X80 Pro was an excellent device, and its successors only take things to the next level. The vivo X90 series consists of the vivo X90, vivo X90 Pro, and vivo X90 Pro Plus. All three look very similar, offering similar sizing and identical screen dimensions. They also come with the same faux leather and large circular camera housing.

These devices also come with dual-SIM functionality, as well as stunning specs. The X90 and X90 Pro feature a MediaTek Dimensity 9200 processor, while the X90 Pro Plus sticks with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. And that large camera housing isn’t just for looks. The X90 series offers some of the best camera systems in the smartphone market, featuring ZEISS optics, high MP sensors, varied options, and more.

While these devices sound expensive, they compete very well with comparable options. Base configurations have an MSRP of 3,699 yuan (~$518) for the vivo X90, 4,999 yuan (~$700) for the X90 Pro, and 6,499 yuan (~$910) for the X90 Pro Plus.

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OnePlus 11

We recommend the latest OnePlus 11 if you want dual-SIM capabilities. It packs plenty of other excellent flagship features, too, even if there are a few sidesteps that seem to be ways to keep the cost down.

The OnePlus 11 packs plenty of punch with its Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, impressive 120Hz display, beautiful design, solid build quality, and excellent battery life. Even better, it still offers speedy 100W charging (80W in the USA).

The downsides? It only has an IP64 rating, and OnePlus did away with wireless charging. That cameras aren’t great, either. That said, it’s an excellent phone for the price, making it a great choice if you’re looking for dual-SIM capabilities.

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Samsung Galaxy A53

The Samsung Galaxy A53 represents just how good an affordable Android phone can be. It comes in at $449 and offers a well-rounded experience. The large 6.5-inch display sports a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.

You can choose between 4GB and 8GB of RAM with up to 256GB of expandable storage. Samsung’s in-house Exynos 1280 processor might not be the most powerful around, but it doesn’t hold back the experience. Once you move to the camera setup, things get even better. The 64MP primary camera captures good results in almost any lighting, and the 5MP macro lens adds a little more flexibility. You even get a 32MP selfie lens, which is significantly above most on this list.

Samsung packed a solid 5,000mAh battery into its budget-friendly offering, and 25W charging matches what you get with the Galaxy S22. The under-display fingerprint reader is surprisingly low on the Galaxy A53, but it shouldn’t be hard to reach.

Galaxy A53 specs

Sony Xperia 1 IV

The new Sony Xperia 1 IV is an interesting phone. Not only does it support dual-SIM, but it also has high-end specs and a camera that’s aimed at content creators. It also sports great speakers, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, and a 4K display.

The UI is very clean and stock-like, so you won’t find much bloatware on the device. You also get a headphone jack, which is missing on most high-end phones.

It’s not all sunshine and rainbows, however. The biggest issue with the phone is its price, which comes in at $1,600. That makes it the most expensive phone on this list, meaning it’s not for everyone.

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ASUS ROG Phone 6D and 6D Ultimate

If you’re looking for one of the absolute best phones, looking into some of the best gaming phones is a safe bet. These devices are supercharged with mighty specs, great screens, efficient cooling, large batteries, and everything that makes a good gaming experience.

The ASUS ROG Phone 6D and 6D Ultimate are the latest coming from the manufacturer, and these devices are something else. Both come with some of the best specs around, including a MediaTek Dimensity 9000+, up to 16GB of RAM, as much as 512GB of storage, a 6.78-inch 165Hz display, a 6,000mAh battery, and more.

These devices also feature air triggers. The ASUS ROG Phone 6D Ultimate also has a 2-inch rear display and improved cooling.

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Google Pixel 7 series

The Pixel 7 is one of the best value phones you can currently get. Starting at just $599, it offers terrific cameras, a great software experience, and a beautiful design. It also packs plenty of power under the hood thanks to Google’s Tensor G2 SoC. Of course, it’s also a dual-SIM device, sporting one physical SIM card slot and support for an eSIM.

The Pixel 7 Pro is similar to its smaller brother in many ways, featuring the same design, chipset, software, and other features. However, it has a larger display with a higher resolution, a bigger battery, an extra camera at the back, and more RAM. It’s definitely the better of the two, but it also costs more with its starting price of $899.

Google’s latest flagships are promised to get three years of OS support and will be among the first phones to get updated to the latest version of Android once it launches.

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Google Pixel 6a

Just like the Pixel 7 devices, the Pixel 6a comes with dual-SIM functionality, using a physical nano-SIM and the eSIM. It also happens to offer one of the best deals in the market. It’s an affordable handset with some specs you’ll only see in much more expensive devices.

For starters, the Pixel 6a comes with a Google Tensor chipset, which is the same processor found on the Pixel 6 series. It also sports 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. While the camera system isn’t as versatile as the higher-end Pixels, it does an excellent job thanks to Google’s computational photography.

The MSRP sits at $449, but we often find the Pixel 6a on special. We’ve seen it go as low as $300. It’s hard to beat that. And you get a great experience along with dual-SIM support.

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ASUS Zenfone 9

The ASUS Zenfone 9, like the rest of the Zenfone series, is all about value. It has a base $699 MSRP, which isn’t exactly cheap, but you get plenty for the money. For starters, it comes with a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset and 8-16GB of RAM.

Other premium features include a 120Hz display, an IP68 rating, and 30W fast charging. We also loved the fast fingerprint reader, fantastic camera stabilization, and outstanding audio. But the phone has its downsides, including the lack of wireless charging, average camera quality, and head issues. You can read all the details in our ASUS Zenfone 9 review.

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We do get one frequently asked question that’s worth addressing here, too. Many people are looking for dual-SIM phones, but some are looking for Dual Active SIM phones instead of Dual Standby. Dual Standby is much more common, and every phone listed here is that type.

Dual Active SIM phones are almost entirely extinct because carriers support new phone options to conduct multiple connections. The move has been made over to VoLTE by most carriers in most locations. That allows you to make two calls at once over data, which essentially was a key reason for having older Dual Active options, where it was more necessary to establish the connections.