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Which Smartphones Emit the Highest Radiation Levels Today

Stocklytics has released a ranking of smartphones with the highest radiation emissions. The findings reveal that Xiaomi and Samsung dominate the list with multiple high-radiation models.

Understanding Smartphone Radiation

Smartphones rely on radiofrequency (RF) waves to transmit and receive signals. These waves generate a measurable level of radiation known as the phone's RF emission.

Scientists measure potential radiation risks using Specific Absorption Rate (SAR), which quantifies how much RF energy your body absorbs from your device. This metric is expressed in watts per kilogram (W/kg).

Regulatory agencies like the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and European authorities establish SAR limits for smartphones to ensure users stay within safe RF exposure levels.

The Phones Emitting the Most Radiation

A recent Stocklytics analysis reveals an alarming trend: smartphone radiation levels continue to climb.

Smartphone radiation

The Xiaomi Mi A1 leads the rankings with notably high radiation: 1.75 W/kg near the ear and 0.76 W/kg for body exposure, making it the highest-emitting smartphone currently available.

Xiaomi's Mi Max 3 ranks second with 1.58 W/kg at the ear and a concerning 1.42 W/kg for body exposure on the non-5G variant.

Samsung's A23 5G surprised many with SAR levels approaching 1.5 W/kg for both ear and body contact.

Even Samsung's popular foldable models show surprisingly high radiation levels. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 emits 1.30 W/kg near the ear and 1.51 W/kg for body exposure, while the Z Fold 5 measures 1.24 W/kg at the ear.

The report also highlights that 5G's broader frequency range raises concerns about higher radiation emissions from future devices. As 5G adoption accelerates, manufacturers must prioritize safe design practices to protect users.

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