Top 10 trending phones of week 18

Posted on May 3, 2026, 9 p.m.

Unveiling Week 18's Hottest Devices: The Top 10 Trending Smartphones

The smartphone landscape is constantly shifting, and Week 18's trends reveal a captivating battle for user attention. After a brief hiatus, the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G has recaptured the coveted top spot, solidifying its position as the most popular device in our database for the past seven days. Samsung celebrates further success with the flagship Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G securing the second position, while last week's frontrunner, the Honor 600 Pro 5G, maintains a strong presence by completing the podium.

Let's dive deeper into the devices capturing the most buzz this week:

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1. Samsung Galaxy A57 5G

Reclaiming its dominance, the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G surges back to number one, after holding the second spot last week. Its consistent appeal proves its popularity among users.

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2. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G

Leaping two places from fourth, the powerful Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G secures a strong second-place finish, showcasing sustained interest in Samsung's premium offerings.

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3. Honor 600 Pro 5G

Despite a slight dip from last week's top position, the Honor 600 Pro 5G remains a formidable contender, holding firmly to the third spot.

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4. Oppo Find X9 Ultra 5G

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra 5G experienced a minor slide, moving from third to fourth, but continues to be a highly-watched device.

5. Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max

Making a significant jump from seventh to fifth, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max demonstrates its enduring popularity and growing user engagement.

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6. OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra 5G

A new entrant to the rankings, the recently unveiled OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra 5G makes an impressive debut straight into the sixth position, immediately capturing significant attention.

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7. Samsung Galaxy A17 5G

Climbing three spots from tenth, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G shows a steady increase in interest, securing the seventh position this week.

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8. Infinix GT 50 Pro 5G

Another exciting new arrival, the Infinix GT 50 Pro 5G enters the top 10 at eighth place, indicating a strong first impression on trending charts.

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9. Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max 5G

Falling three places from sixth, the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max 5G still maintains a presence in the top tier at ninth, proving the enduring appeal of the Poco series.

10. Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G

Rounding out the top 10, the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G holds its ground, shifting slightly from ninth to tenth, ensuring both Poco X8 variants remain on the trending list.

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