Month-wise Flagship Phone Release Calendar

Here’s the list of flagship phones released in 2023 and 2024 – use this to manage your expectations for flagship phone releases in 2025.

Dates are based on official launches, though regional availability may vary:

2023 Flagship Releases

January–February 2023

• Samsung Galaxy S23 Series (February 1, 2023)
  • Models: S23, S23+, S23 Ultra
  • Key specs: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (globally), 200MP main camera (Ultra), improved low-light video.
• Xiaomi 13 Series (February 26, 2023)
  • Models: Xiaomi 13, 13 Pro
  • Key specs: Leica cameras, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 120W fast charging (Pro).

March–April 2023

• OnePlus 11 (February 7, 2023; global release in March)
  • Key specs: Hasselblad cameras, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 100W charging.
• Oppo Find X6 Pro (March 21, 2023; China-only)
  • Key specs: 1-inch Sony IMX989 sensor, periscope camera, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.

May–June 2023

• Google Pixel 7a (May 11, 2023)
  • Key specs: Tensor G2, 64MP camera, 90Hz display (mid-range flagship).
• Asus ROG Phone 7 (April 13, 2023)
  • Key specs: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 165Hz AMOLED display, gaming-focused cooling.

July–August 2023

• Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (June 1, 2023)
  • Key specs: Large 3.6″ cover display, Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, foldable design.
• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 / Z Flip 5 (August 11, 2023)
  • Key specs: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, redesigned hinge, Flex Window cover screen (Flip 5).

September–October 2023

• Apple iPhone 15 Series (September 12, 2023)
  • Models: iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
  • Key specs: A17 Pro chip (Pro models), USB-C, titanium chassis (Pro), 5x tetraprism zoom (Pro Max).
• Google Pixel 8 Series (October 4, 2023)
  • Models: Pixel 8, 8 Pro
  • Key specs: Tensor G3, 120Hz LTPO displays, 50MP main camera, 7-year software support.

November–December 2023

• Xiaomi 14 Series (October 26, 2023; global release in November)
  • Key specs: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, Leica Summilux lenses, HyperOS.
• Vivo X100 Series (November 13, 2023; China-first)
  • Key specs: MediaTek Dimensity 9300, Zeiss APO telephoto, 120W charging.

2024 Flagship Releases

January–February 2024

• Samsung Galaxy S24 Series (January 17, 2024)
  • Models: S24, S24+, S24 Ultra
  • Key specs: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (or Exynos 2400), Galaxy AI features, titanium frame (Ultra).
• Xiaomi 14 Ultra (February 25, 2024)
  • Key specs: Leica quad-camera, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, satellite connectivity.

March–April 2024

• OnePlus 12 (January 23, 2024; global release in February)
  • Key specs: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 4K 120Hz display, 100W charging.
• Oppo Find X7 Ultra (March 2024)
  • Key specs: Dual periscope cameras, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 100W charging.

May–June 2024

• Google Pixel 8a (May 14, 2024)
  • Key specs: Tensor G3, 120Hz display, IP67 rating (mid-range flagship).
• Asus ROG Phone 8 (January 8, 2024; global release in Q1)
  • Key specs: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, IP68 rating, 165Hz AMOLED display.

July–August 2024

• Motorola Razr 50 Ultra (June 25, 2024)
  • Key specs: 4-inch cover screen, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, 50MP main camera.
• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 / Z Flip 6 (July 10, 2024)
  • Key specs: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, wider cover screen (Flip 6), AI enhancements.

September–October 2024

• Apple iPhone 16 Series (September 2024)
  • Models: iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max
• Google Pixel 9 Series (October 2024)
  • Models: Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL

November–December 2024

• Xiaomi 15 Series (November 2024)
  • Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, Leica cameras, 120W HyperCharge.
• Vivo X200 Series (December 2024)
  • MediaTek Dimensity 9400, Zeiss optics, 200W charging.

Notes

1. Regional Variations: Brands like Huawei (Mate 60 Pro in 2023) and Honor (Magic 6 Pro in 2024) launched China-only flagships due to geopolitical restrictions.
2. Foldables: Samsung, Motorola, and Oppo dominated foldable releases in both years.
3. Delays: Some launches (e.g., Nothing Phone 2a in March 2024) targeted mid-range markets.
4. As on date of this post, the OnePlus 13 and Samsung Galaxy S25 series are already out.

For exact specs and availability, check official brand channels. 📱

But, read my cautionary note for buying flagship phones.

If I missed listing out a flagship, comment below!