• Google Pixel XL vs HTC 10: Both devices are very similar in terms of specifications, but the HTC 10 offers a cheaper price.

Google Pixel XL vs HTC 10: Both devices are very similar in terms of specifications, but the HTC 10 offers a cheaper price. (Photo : YouTube/ Google Nexus)

As the year is about to end a lot of tech enthusiast are reviewing the best Android smartphones in 2016. The list includes Google Pixel, LG V20, Galaxy S7 Edge, Motorola Moto Z and OnePlus 3.

It can be remembered that Google replaced the Nexus line of smartphones with the Pixel brand. This year the company launched two mobile phones, the Pixel and the Pixel XL in early October featuring top-end specs, Tech Times has learned.

Like Us on Facebook

2016 Best Smartphones: Google Pixel XL

The Google Pixel has been one of the best smartphones this year which sports a 5-inch phone has a display resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels. It arrives engineered with Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor and 4 GB of RAM. Pixel is armed with a 12.3-megapixel rear-facing and 8-megapixel front facing snapper.

LG V20 One of 2016 Best Smartphones

Another on the list was the LG V10's successor; LG V20 which was released in early September. This handset boasts a 5.7-inch IPS LCD screen with a resolution of 2,560 x 1,440 pixels. It was armed with Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor and 4 GB of RAM. The handset comes with a 16-megapixel primary camera and a 5-megapixel front camera.

Motorola's flagship device; Moto Z is also counted in as one of the best smartphones. In the United States the Moto Z is obtainable as Moto Z Droid via Verizon Wireless. This device sports 5.5-inch screen with a 2,560 x 1,440 pixel resolution. Under its chassis one can found a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor and 4 GB of RAM. It features a 13-megapixel rear-facing camera and a 5-megapixel front shooter.

2016 Best Smartphones: OnePlus 3

Last but not the least, is the successor of OnePlus 2; the OnePlus 3 which was revealed mid-June. This handset boasts a 5.5-inch display with a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels. It is engineered with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor. The OnePlus 3 is one of the few Android smartphones that is packed with 6 GB of RAM. This handset has 16-megapixel rear-facing and 8-megapixel front snappers.

Aside from being one of the best Android smartphones in 2016; University Herald reported that the LG V20 was also included on the list of smartphones with best battery life. This handset is powered by a 3,200 mAh capacity battery that features quick-charging.

The above-mentioned handsets were just a few of the best Android smartphones to choose from. Consumers, could take this list as a guide on considering the device to buy.