I don't think consumers are that interested in processor speeds anymore. Cameras are probably the biggest selling point for new phones these days, followed by battery life and display quality.
Even cameras are starting to get "good enough" in most phones; even less expensive ones (ie: last years' Pixel 4a).
Except all the flagship phones regressed from 1440p to 1080p displays.
They have gained things like high refresh rate and OLED etc, though
My S8 was reasonably priced with a 1440p screen. High refresh is horribly supported on android and nothing like display port adaptive sync. I don't to pay a new ultra price for what I already have.
I believe industry noticed that 1440p on 75mm width display is overkill (or say there are other points should be improved than resolution). It's good thing for battery and price.
I prefer the crispness of text on a 1440p screen. Why should I pay more for less?
I wish you could get what you want. Why smartphone price rising is mainly due to almost all smartphone improving camera too much. I hate it.