I know the Samsung, Pixel and OnePlus phones are pretty sweet. A lot depends on what you like, but if you want maximize every buck for your money, have a look at Xiaomi Mi range. I've got a Mi 9 and I'm pretty happy with both camera, performance and looks. Oh and it does run a Sd 855 processor.
I feel like this depends on what you want in a phone. For me, the best build quality is the Samsung Galaxy series but the best value for money is the Pixel series
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I have had the S series phones, and have the S10 now, and I love it. I take a lot of pics for my SEO clients, and I love having the option to not lug out my DSLR, just pop a few with the Galaxy S10, and I'm off! It's a great phone.
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