Top Picks for the Mobile Gamer
Mobile games like Angry Birds, Fallout Shelter or Monument Valey have exploded in popularity in the recent years. As a result, mobile platforms have become a compelling option for gaming on the go and casual gaming.
Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from $363 to $625, with accessories.
Let's start with a broad search. The following offer the best value for the lowest price regardless of format preference. As a result, you will most likely see stationary computers down here and maybe a few portable options. You have the option to look for a specific kind of device at the bottom of the page.
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Nintendo Switch from $400;
~$400 with accessoriesThe Nintendo Switch is the game console you can either use in the living room as a "regular" game console, or on the move as a tablet.
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Video Games
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.performance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft
Does not meet software's minimum requirementsperformance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game
Does not meet software's minimum requirementsSpecsperformance in Fallout Shelter
Does not meet software's minimum requirementsProcessor: Nvidia Tegra X1Graphics: Nvidia Maxwell 256Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 6.2"Screen Resolution: 1280×720Dimensions: 23.88 x 10.16 x 1.40 cmWeight: 0.40 kgdetailed info from $399.00 - $399.00 from Amazon as of 2018-06-22 05:20:38, EDT
- $399.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-06-22 11:34:17, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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Apple iPad (2017) from $450;
~$560 with accessoriesThe latest iPad is a great product for on-the-go entertainment (and a few practical applications)... Read More about the MP2G2CL/A
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Video Games
Meets recommended specsperformance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft
Does not meet software's minimum requirementsperformance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game
Does not meet software's minimum requirementsSpecsperformance in Fallout Shelter
Does not meet software's minimum requirementsProcessor: Apple A9Graphics: Apple A9 GraphicsMemory: 2.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 9.7"Screen Resolution: 1536×2048Dimensions: 24.00 x 16.95 x 0.75 cmWeight: 0.47 kgdetailed info from $449.95 - $449.95 from Best Buy as of 2018-06-22 10:16:38, EDT
- $488.99 from Costco as of 2018-06-22 10:16:06, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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Acer 11.6" Convertible Chromebook from $330;
~$453 with accessoriesIt might not be the most capable laptop out there, but as a netbook or tablet, it's a great fit for casual use for a minimal investment... Read More about the CB5-132T-C7R5
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Video Games
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft
Meets minimal requirementsperformance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game
Meets minimal requirementsSpecsperformance in Fallout Shelter
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.Processor: Intel Celeron N3160Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 400Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 11.6"Screen Resolution: 1366×768Dimensions: 29.39 x 20.40 x 1.93 cmWeight: 1.30 kgdetailed info from $329.99 - $329.99 from Amazon as of 2018-06-22 05:23:55, EDT
- $349.99 from Tiger Direct as of 2018-06-22 04:48:11, EDT
- $369.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-06-22 11:27:50, EDT
- $399.99 from Visions Electronics as of 2018-06-22 11:34:57, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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Apple iPad 9.7 (2018) from $420;
~$519 with accessoriesThe 2018 version of the iPad is almost identical to its predecessor but features slightly improved performance and now support the Apple Stylus, if desired.
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Video Games
Meets recommended specsperformance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft
Does not meet software's minimum requirementsperformance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game
Does not meet software's minimum requirementsSpecsperformance in Fallout Shelter
Does not meet software's minimum requirementsProcessor: Apple A10Graphics: Apple A10 GraphicsMemory: 2.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 9.7"Screen Resolution: 2048×1536Dimensions: 24.00 x 16.95 x 0.75 cmWeight: 0.47 kgdetailed info from $419.99 - $419.99 from Costco as of 2018-06-21 11:49:54, EDT
- $429.00 from Apple as of 2018-06-22 06:04:34, EDT
- $429.00 from Staples as of 2018-06-21 11:50:51, EDT
- $429.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-06-22 12:02:34, EDT
- $429.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-06-22 12:03:10, EDT
- $429.99 from Best Buy as of 2018-06-22 12:01:55, EDT
- $429.99 from London Drugs as of 2018-06-22 06:04:43, EDT
- $429.99 from The Source as of 2018-06-22 06:04:53, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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LG G5 from $400;
~$554 with accessoriesOne of the most innovative smartphones of 2016, the LG G5 offers a slightly clunky but modular design. This makes battery replacement and swapping much easier t... Read More about the LGH831
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by One-Handed Smartphones standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Video Games
This should run nicelyperformance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game
This should run nicelySpecsperformance in Fallout Shelter
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 820Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 530Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 5.3"Screen Resolution: 1440×2560Dimensions: 14.94 x 7.39 x 0.77 cmWeight: 0.16 kgdetailed info from $399.00 - $399.00 from Newegg as of 2018-06-21 13:42:27, EDT
- $399.00 from Newegg as of 2018-06-21 13:45:14, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
Samsung Galaxy S7 from $55021% cheaper than usual
~$680 with accessories2016's flagship phone from Samsung features a gorgeous screen, long battery life, and a very decent camera. It's also water and dust resistant, which should con... Read More about the SM-G930W8
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by Large Smartphones and Phablets standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Video Games
This should run nicelyperformance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game
This should run nicelySpecsperformance in Fallout Shelter
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Samsung Exynos 8890Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 530Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 5.1"Screen Resolution: 1440×2560Dimensions: 14.24 x 6.96 x 0.79 cmWeight: 0.15 kgdetailed info from $550.00 - $550.00 from Amazon as of 2018-06-22 04:42:08, EDT
- $699.95 from Videotron as of 2018-06-22 05:57:03, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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BlackBerry DTEK60 from $450;
~$588 with accessoriesBundled with a security suite and Android Marshmallow out-of-the-box, this is a premium smartphone for the security-conscious.
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by Large Smartphones and Phablets standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Video Games
This should run nicelyperformance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game
This should run nicelySpecsperformance in Fallout Shelter
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Qualcom Snapdragon 820Graphics: Qualcom Adreno 530Memory: 4.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 5.5"Screen Resolution: 2560×1440Dimensions: 15.39 x 7.54 x 0.70 cmWeight: 0.17 kgdetailed info from $449.00 - $449.00 from Staples as of 2018-06-22 13:04:10, EDT
- $499.99 from Amazon as of 2018-06-22 04:33:01, EDT
- $650.00 from Walmart as of 2018-06-22 05:00:07, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
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Samsung Galaxy S6 from $450;
~$504 with accessoriesBeautiful new handheld from Samsung. With a great camera, super-high density screen and a glass-and-metal body; no more plastic.
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by One-Handed Smartphones standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Video Games
This should run nicelyperformance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game
This should run nicelySpecsperformance in Fallout Shelter
This should run nicelyProcessor: Samsung Exynos 7420Graphics: ARM Mali-T760MP8Memory: 3.00 GBStorage: 32.00 GBScreen Size: 5.1"Screen Resolution: 2560×1440Dimensions: 14.34 x 7.05 x 0.60 cmWeight: 0.14 kgdetailed info $449.00 from Staples as of 2018-06-21 14:33:36, EDT Pricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the Staples site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. × -
Apple iPhone SE from $470;
~$582 with accessoriesIf you find most smartphones out today to be unpractically large, this iPhone's likely one of your most attractive options. Being one of the smallest handhelds... Read More about the MLXM2VC
Device Ratings
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by All Smart Devices standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy by One-Handed Smartphones standards
Bang for the Buck Versatility for the Price Power Storage Portability Autonomy performance in Video Games
Meets recommended specsperformance in Hearthstone; Heroes of Warcraft
More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.performance in Bruce Lee: Enter the Game
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Specsperformance in Fallout Shelter
Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.Processor: Apple A9Graphics: Apple A9 GraphicsMemory: 2.00 GBStorage: 16.00 GBScreen Size: 4"Screen Resolution: 1136×640Dimensions: 12.38 x 5.86 x 0.76 cmWeight: 0.11 kgdetailed info from $469.00 - $469.00 from Apple as of 2018-06-22 05:43:24, EDT
- $469.00 from Freedom Mobile as of 2018-06-22 04:07:03, EDT
- $469.95 from Videotron as of 2018-06-22 05:14:13, EDT
- $486.99 from Bell as of 2018-06-22 05:22:39, EDT
- $739.20 from Amazon as of 2018-06-22 05:08:40, EDT
Pricing Accuracy
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on the retailer's site at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. ×
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