Key Highlights
- iPhone 15 led Q3 2024 sales
- Samsung had five models in the top 10
- Redmi 13C stayed strong in emerging markets
The Global Handset Model Sales Tracker for Q3 2024 by Counterpoint Research is here. It states that Apple continues to dominate the premium smartphone market. The iPhone 15 emerged as the best-selling smartphone of the quarter, followed closely by the iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro. Here are the key Insights from the report.
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Apple’s Stronghold
- iPhone 15 led the chart as the top-selling smartphone in Q3 2024.
- The Pro variants (iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro) contributed to half of all iPhone sales, a first for Q3.
- Consumers showed a growing interest in premium models, narrowing the sales gap between the base and Pro versions.
Emerging Market Contributions
- Financing schemes and trade-in offers helped boost iPhone sales in emerging markets.
- These programs made the latest iPhones more accessible to a broader audience.
Samsung’s Impressive Performance
- Samsung claimed five spots in the top 10, including the Galaxy S24, which made it to the list for three consecutive quarters.
- The Galaxy S24 is the first Galaxy S model to achieve this milestone in a third quarter since 2018.
- Samsung attributed its success to AI-driven features and strategic marketing efforts.
Competitive Pricing
- Competitive pricing and extended software updates played a significant role in Samsung’s Galaxy A models’ success.
- Mid-tier models like the Galaxy A15 (4G and 5G variants) and Galaxy A05 performed particularly well.
Xiaomi’s Affordable Option
- Xiaomi’s Redmi 13C continued its streak in the top 10, thanks to its affordability and popularity in emerging markets.
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Top 10 Most Selling Smartphones In Q3 2024
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 15 Pro
- Samsung Galaxy A15 4G
- Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- Samsung Galaxy A05
- Redmi 13C 4G
- Samsung Galaxy A35
- iPhone 14
- Samsung Galaxy S24
Apple’s strong performance highlights a shift toward premium smartphones, while Samsung and Xiaomi continue to shine with competitive pricing and feature-packed devices.
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