Amazon Prime Day is coming up soon: The big sale will take place June 21 and 22. Plus, we’re going to get competing sales from Walmart and Target around the same time. It’s still early, but we’ve already found a few deals on phones with prices so low they’re matching earlier Prime Day or Black Friday prices on Amazon and other sites.
Note that prices and availability were accurate at the time of publication, but are subject to change. Make sure to check back often for the latest deal prices, as we’re updating this article on a rolling basis to account for newer, better deals and expired offers.
Google Pixel 3 XL: $230
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Google’s Pixel 3XL phone is no longer carried by Google, but you can still find the highly rated device at other retailers for a good price, including B&H. The Pixel 3XL has a top-of-the-line camera that includes an enhanced low-light feature and wide selfie shots. It’s also water resistant and has wireless charging.
Samsung Galaxy S21 5G: $700
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CNET’s review called the Galaxy S21 the “no-brainer ‘you’re due for an upgrade’ phone” thanks to its sleek design, 5G support and lower price — made even better with $100 off at Amazon right now.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G: $600
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Samsung’s affordable Galaxy S20 FE, which stands for “fan edition,” packs many of the great features of its flagship siblings, last year’s Galaxy S20 Ultra and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, for a much lower price. The phone includes a solid triple camera, a powerful processor, IP68 waterproofing and 5G connectivity, leading us to give it a CNET Editors’ Choice Award.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G: $1,100
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The Galaxy S20 Ultra is among Samsung’s most advanced (and expensive) flagship phones, released in 2020. Its greatest feature may be its camera, with a 108-megapixel sensor, 100x zoom lens and 40-megapixel selfie camera. The phone also has a huge 5,000-mAh battery for extended battery life.
Samsung Galaxy A12: $177
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The Galaxy A12 is the least expensive phone Samsung sells, and it’s the one to consider if you simply want a phone for all of life’s essentials and don’t need to waste money on extravagant cameras or supercomputer levels of processing power. It doesn’t have 5G, but it does have four rear cameras, a 6.5-inch display and a large 5,000-mAh battery.
Samsung Galaxy A10: $132
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Another option in Samsung’s budget A line, the A10 includes a 6.2-inch screen, 32GB of storage and three cameras. You can save a few dollars on the A10 phone right now at Amazon.
Moto G Play: $160
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The Moto G Play is one of Motorola’s budget smartphone options that looks more expensive than it actually is. It has a fingerprint reader incorporated into the Motorola logo on the back of the phone, as well as a headphone jack and 32GB of storage. Right now it’s on sale for $160 at Amazon.
Moto G Power: $190
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The 2021 Moto G Power features a wallet-friendly price, a gigantic 5,000-mAh battery and 32GB of storage, along with a 6.6-inch display and triple-rear camera array. Motorola promises that the phone will last up to three days of regular use on a single charge, and in our testing, it’s held up so far. It’s on sale for $190 at Amazon.
Moto G Stylus: $280
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The Moto G Stylus includes a large 4,000-mAh battery, 128GB of storage, a 6.6-inch display and a quad camera array. Plus, the stylus adds a level of precision that makes navigating the phone more efficient. It’s on sale for $280 at Amazon.
Motorola One 5G Ace: $380
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The Motorola One 5G Ace is a solid 5G phone that won’t break the bank, especially for an extra $20 off right now. It has a 6.7-inch LCD screen, a massive 5,000-mAh battery and 128GB of storage. It also offers protection against spills and water.
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus: $389 (Update: Expired)
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In 2019, CNET’s review called the Galaxy Note 10 Plus “the most premium Android phone for your money.” Two years later, the phone still holds up, with its large 6.8-inch screen, all-day battery life and excellent camera tools. At Amazon, you’ll find the phone for $389 as part of Amazon’s Renewed program — that means it’s used but works and looks like new. It’s also backed by the 90-day Amazon Renewed Guarantee, so you can get your money back if you aren’t satisfied.