According to a consulting firm, the most requested brands this year in the world were Apple, Samsung and Xiaomi. At the top of the top 10 is the iPhone 15.
A recent report from the consulting firm Counterpoint Research revealed which are the best-selling smartphones in the world, showing the trends that dominate the market by the end of 2024. As usual, Apple consolidates itself in the premium segment with its iPhonewhile Samsung maintains its leadership in the Android ecosystem, especially in the low and mid-range.
iPhone models continue to lead global sales, standing out in the high range. In an increasingly diversified market, where the range of devices expands year after year, The 10 best-selling models manage to capture 19% of total smartphone sales worldwide. The preference for premium devices extends even in emerging markets, where many users opt for older, high-end models instead of budget phones that tend to become outdated quickly.
The three best-selling brands
In the The top of global sales is the iPhone 15, the most popular smartphone of 2024, with a market share of 3.5%. Apple consumers seem to prefer the standard version of this modeland those looking for premium versions largely opt for the iPhone 15 Pro Maxwhich occupies second place in the ranking. This trend underlines users’ inclination for models that combine durability and high performance.
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In the Android universe, Samsung It is the only manufacturer that manages to compete in the high range and consolidate itself at the top of sales. Four of its models Galaxy A appear in the ranking, especially in mid-range versions such as the Galaxy A15 4G and 5G, as well as the Galaxy A35 5G. In tenth place is the Galaxy S24marking the first time since 2018 that a model from the Galaxy S series is among the best sellers, highlighting Samsung’s prestige in the Android catalog.
Xiaomi maintains its relevance in the global market thanks to Redmi 13C, which is in ninth place. This model, which has had a strong push in the Chinese market, continues to be a popular option among users looking for affordable smartphones in the low range.
Top 10 of the best-selling Smartphones of 2024
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 15 Pro
- Galaxy A15 4G
- Galaxy A15 5G
- Galaxy A35 5G
- Galaxy A05
- iPhone 14
- Redmi 13C 4G
- Galaxy S24
This ranking reflects how Apple and Samsung maintain their influence in the global market, with Apple dominating the high-end and Samsung standing out in both the premium and mid- and low-range segments.
Source: Ambito
