Top 10 curved display phones in the world [June 2024]

Curved-display phones were once a trend but are now a dying breed. Curved displays have their pros and cons, which we will discuss here. But if you still fancy a curved-screen phone, you can find the top options listed below. This is a list of top curved screen phones launched in 2024 arranged based on phones’ screen sizes and screen-to-body ratios. You can find each phone’s pricing, features, and key specifications to help you make the pick.

OPPO Find X7 Ultra

• Display: 6.82-inch quad-curved AMOLED, 90.3 percent screen-to-body ratio, 1440 x 3168 pixels resolution, 4,500 nits peak brightness, 510 PPI, 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, Gorilla Glass Victus 2
• Processor: 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC 
• Camera: 64+2MP rear, 8MP front
• Battery: 5000mAh+ 67W
• Starting price: 5,999 yuan (about Rs 71,200) for the 12+256GB model. 
• Available market(s): China

Honor Magic6 Pro 

• Display: 6.8-inch quad-curved OLED, 91.8 percent screen-to-body ratio, 1280 x 2800 pixels resolution, 5,000 nits peak brightness, 453 PPI, 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, NanoCrystal Shield protection
• Processor: 4nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC
• Camera: 50+180MP+50MP
• Battery: 5,600mAh with 80W fast charging 
• Starting price: 5699 Yuan (about Rs 65,501.90) for 12+256GB model
• Available market(s): China, Global

Honor 200 Pro 

• Display: 6.78-inch, quad-curved OLED, 90.8 percent screen-to-body ratio, 1224 x 2700 pixels, 4000 nits peak brightness, 437 PPI, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR
• Processor: 4nm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC
• Camera: 50+50+12MP rear, 50+2MP front
• Battery: 5,200 mAh with 66W fast charging
• Starting price: CNY 3,499 (about Rs 40,216) for the 12+256GB model.
• Available market(s): China, global

Vivo S19 Pro

• Display: 6.78-inch AMOLED, 60° curved, 90.2 percent screen-to-body ratio, 1260 x 2800 pixels resolution, 4,500 nits peak brightness, 453 PPI, 120Hz refresh rate
• Processor: 4nm Mediatek Dimensity 9200+ SoC
• Camera: 50+50+8MP rear, 50MP front
• Battery: 5,500mAh with 80W fast charging
• Starting price: Yuan 3,299 (about Rs 37,917) for 8+256GB model.
• Available market(s): China

Huawei Pura 70 Ultra

• Display: 6.8-inch AMOLED, quad-curved, 89.3 percent screen-to-body ratio, 1260 x 2844 pixels resolution, 2,500 nits peak brightness, 460 PPI, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR, Kunlun Glass protection
• Processor: 7nm Kirin 9010 SoC
• Camera: 50+50+40MP rear, 13MP front
• Battery: 5,200mAh with 80W fast charging
• Starting price: 9999 Yuan (about Rs 1,14,924.29) for 16+512GB model.
• Available market(s): China

Vivo X100 Ultra 

• Display: 6.78-inch 3D-curved AMOLED, 89.8 percent screen-to-body ratio, 1440 x 3200 pixels resolution, 3,000 nits peak brightness, 517 PPI, 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision
• Processor: 4nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC
• Camera: 50+200+50MP rear, 50MP front
• Battery: 5,500mAh with 80W fast charging
• Starting price: 6,499 Yuan (about Rs 74,696.76) for 12+256GB model.
• Available market(s): China

OPPO Reno12 Pro

• Display: 6.7-inch quad-curved AMOLED, 89.4 percent screen-to-body ratio, 1080 x 2412 pixels resolution, 1,200 nits peak brightness, 394 PPI, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, Gorilla Glass Victus 2
• Processor: 4nm Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Energy SoC
• Camera: 50+50+8MP rear, 50MP front
• Battery: 5000mAh with 80W fast charging
• Starting price: Eur 599 (about Rs 53,700.74) for 12+512GB model.
• Available market(s): China, global

OnePlus Ace 3V

• Display: 6.74-inch curved AMOLED, 89.3 percent screen-to-body ratio, 1240 x 2772 pixels resolution, 2,150 nits peak brightness, 451 PPI, 120Hz refresh rate
• Processor: 4nm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 SoC
• Camera: 50+8MP rear, 16MP front
• Battery: 5,500mAh with 100W fast charging
• Starting price: 1,999 Yuan (about Rs 22,975)
• Available market(s): China

Xiaomi 14 Pro 

• Display: 6.73-inch “Full Equal Depth Micro Curved Screen,” AMOLED, 89.3 percent screen-to-body ratio, 1440 x 3200 pixels resolution, 3,000 nits peak brightness, 522 PPI, 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, Xiaomi Longjing Glass
• Processor: 4nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC
• Camera: 50+50+50MP rear, 32MP front
• Battery: 4,880mAh with 120W fast charging
• Starting price: CNY 4,999 (about Rs 57,456)
• Available market(s): China

OPPO A3 Pro 

• Display: 6.7-inch, 360-degree anti-fall, AMOLED, 89.4 percent screen-to-body ratio, 1080 x 2412 pixels resolution, 950 nits peak brightness, 394 PPI, 120Hz refresh rate
• Processor: 6nm Mediatek Dimensity 7050 SoC
• Camera: 64+2MP rear, 8MP front
• Battery: 5,000mAh with 67W fast charging
• Starting price: CNY 1,999 (about Rs 22,975)
• Available market(s): China

Top curved-display phones available in India

We also have a dedicated article for curved-screen phones in India. Here are the top 10 options based on our in-house specs-score:

* These are currently available base model prices

Pros and cons of a curved screen phone

Pros

• Curved-screen phones look unique and attractive to some.
• Curved screens enable software features like edge lighting for notification alerts and sidebar.

Cons

• The text could look warped. Some text or UI elements on the edge may be cut.
• The curved edge may misregister back gestures or result in accidental/ghost touches.
• Third-party cases and screen protectors may not fit properly.
• The curved screen may make it difficult to hold the device.
• The curved display may be more prone to screen damage.
• Since the process of curving a screen can be expensive, this could add up to the price of the phone. 

Factors to consider when buying a curved display phone

• Check how the curve adds to the look of the device.
• Check if the curve does affect usability (ergonomics)
• Check if the phone software and the third-party apps you use are compatible with the curved edge. 
• A curved screen may not be as durable as a flat display. So, see if you are ready to take that risk.
• Check if the curved-display phone has enough accessory support.
• Check if the price and ancillary cost (like screen replacement charges) are something you are okay with.

FAQs

Are curved displays better than flat displays?

Curved displays have their pros and cons. Weigh them to see if it’s better for your use case or not.

Do curved displays make phones more fragile?

Yes, glass breaks and curved displays can be more prone to damage.

What are the best-curved display phones for gaming?

Phones like the Vivo X100 Pro/Ultra, Xiaomi 14 Pro/Ultra, and OnePlus 12 are curved phones with high-end specs suitable for gaming. You can choose any flagship-grade curved-screen phone with the latest top-of-the-line chipset for gaming.

Which phone has a 61-degree curved display?

Realme 12 Pro+ has a 61-degree curved display.

Which is the most curved display phone?

Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha had a 360-degree curvature. However, out of the current line of phones, you can consider something like the Realme 12 Pro+.

What was the 1st curve phone?

Samsung Galaxy Round was the first curved-display phone (launched in 2013). Then in 2014, the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge was launched with a curved screen on the right edge.