Best iPhone X Alternatives

If spending $999 on a smartphone makes your head spin, you're probably not eyeing the iPhone X, no matter how cool its features may be. In fact, a recent report says that Apple is cutting production levels in half in response to slower-than-expected sales.

Fortunately, you don't have to give up the promise of dual rear cameras and expansive OLED screens. You've got plenty of other choices that sport some — if not most — of the iPhone X's features, usually for less than what Apple charges. Here are our best picks if you're looking for a smartphone that can compete with Apple's latest flagship.

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The iPhone 8 Plus is a close runner-up for people who want to stick with Apple's ecosystem without paying a grand for the iPhone X. (Some people might even argue that the iPhone 8 Plus is a better choice than the iPhone X.)

Starting at $799, the iPhone 8 Plus is the speediest smartphone we've ever tested, thanks to the same A11 Bionic chip found in the iPhone X. The 8 Plus also features an improved 5.5-inch LCD display with a wider color gamut. The phone includes versatile 12-megapixel dual cameras, along with new Portrait Lighting effects added to its 2x optical zoom. You can also expect 11-plus hours of battery life, loud speakers and wireless charging.

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Samsung's Galaxy Note 8 is a stellar recovery from the infamous Note 7 fail. Though the $930 to $950 Note 8 approaches the iPhone X's price tag, Samsung's latest flagship comes with the iconic and improved S Pen. Writing memos and sketching doodles are a breeze, especially with the Note 8's new Live Messages feature, but the standout feature is the S Pen's ability to translate text into different languages.

Pen aside, the Galaxy Note 8 is highlighted by a stunning 6.3-inch, OLED Infinity Display. Add in its 12-MP dual cameras with adjustable Live Focus that can produce bokeh effects just like the iPhone X can, as well as 11-plus hours of battery life, and you've got a phone that holds its own against anything Apple has to offer.

MORE: 12 Reasons the Galaxy Note 8 Beats the iPhone X

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The OnePlus 5T packs a practically bezel-free 6-inch display, dual-lens camera and facial recognition in a package that costs $500 less than an iPhone X. In addition to those flagship features, the 5T is the fastest charging smartphone on the market. A 30-minute charge takes the device from 0 to 59 percent battery life.

With a Snapdragon 835 chip and 6GB of RAM (or 8GB for an extra $50), the 5T easily matches the speed and power of more expensive Android handsets and can handle any task thrown its way. If you don’t feel like paying $1,000 for a top-of-the-line iPhone, you can still get this year’s most advanced features in the much more affordable OnePlus 5T.

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The Samsung Galaxy S8+ is one of the most well-rounded Android phones, even though the Galaxy S9 is on the horizon. Starting at $825, the Galaxy S8+ isn't the cheapest smartphone, but it's an investment worth every penny. Featuring a 6.2-inch AMOLED Infinity Display, a sleek design and lightning performance with its Snapdragon 835 processor, the Galaxy S8+ is large and in charge.

The Galaxy S8+ has a 3,500-mAh battery that provided more than 11 hours of battery life when we put it to the test. It also has a 12-MP rear camera that goes head-to-head with Apple's. Other notable features include the Edge tab and the built-in AI assistant Bixby.

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Google's Pixel 2 XL offers bang for your buck with snappy performance that tops that of the Galaxy S8, a stylish design and augmented-reality capabilities. Starting at $849, the Google Pixel 2 XL comes sports a 6-inch display with slimmer bezels to complement its sharp OLED screen. (Just be aware that there have been some color-accuracy issues found with that display.)

Though the Pixel 2 lacks the dual cameras you'd get with the iPhone X, the lone 12-MP rear camera on Google's phone shoots excellent photos, and its 8-MP front camera captures impressive selfies. Most important, both cameras can pull off Portrait Mode effects, thanks to computational photography. Not only is Google Assistant smarter than Siri, you can summon it just by squeezing the Pixel 2 XL's sides.

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The LG V30 (and the higher-capacity V30+) is a great choice for media producers because of its vibrant, 6-inch OLED display and excellent audio from its quad digital-to-analog converter. Starting at $800, the LG V30 is slim, stylish and has superb dual rear cameras for capturing wide-angle shots. While battery life on the LG V30 wasn't impressive in our testing, videographers will enjoy the phone’s 4K video capture at 30 frames per second and a suite of effects that help create more cinematic video clips.

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Motorola's Moto G5S Plus is a budget-friendly smartphone that can be had for less than $300. That's impressive, considering it includes dual cameras, which were once reserved for premium flagships. The Moto G5S Plus sports a super-bright, 5.5-inch LCD screen and a long-lasting battery that endures for nearly 12 hours. In addition, the Moto G5S Plus offers a premium design and zippy performance for a midrange phone. While Apple currently makes the best camera phone, the 13-MP dual rear cameras on Motorola's device captured sharp photos in low light and striking details with a shallow depth of field.

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