Credit: Ryan Haines / Android AuthorityTL;DRCounterpoint Research has revealed the top ten best-selling smartphones of Q3 2025 globally.The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G was the most popular Android phone in the quarter.Apple’s iPhone 16 phones occupied the top four slots, though.Ever wondered about the most popular smartphones globally? A tracking firm has just released its list of the best-selling smartphones in Q3 2025, revealing some interesting results.Counterpoint Research posted its list of the top ten best-selling smartphones for Q3 2025, and the most popular Android phone was the fifth-placed Samsung Galaxy A16 5G. It’s no surprise to see a budget Samsung phone leading the charge for Android, as these devices have low prices and shift higher volume as a result. It also comes after the Galaxy A15 4G and Galaxy A15 5G were the most popular Android phones in Q3 2024.