We love Android here, and I assume you do too! But, what I love even more than Android is a great deal. Spending $750 on a phone doesn’t sit pretty with me. I’ve decided to put together a list of some of the best phones you can get for half the price of the Apple iPhone 6S Plus ($750 before tax) and Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge ($779 before tax).
Please note: At the time of publication all of the listings are for brand new phones and are under $375.
Motorola Moto X Pure Edition
- CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 808
- RAM: 3 GB
- Storage: 16 GB
- Display: 5.7″ 2560 x 1440p
- Camera: 21 MP + 5 MP
Motorola changed it up a bit this year. It decided to completely skip selling the Moto X through carriers and instead sold it online only. We hope that it worked out for Motorola because we love the strategy. Since there is no carrier interference, we don’t have to wait on Android updates! The Moto X Pure has a big gorgeous screen and plenty of power under the hood.
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Nexus 5X
- CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 808
- RAM: 2 GB
- Storage: 16 GB
- Display: 5.2″ 1920 x 1080p
- Camera: 12.3 MP + 5 MP
Since you’re reading AndroidGuys.com, you probably know all about the Nexus 5X. In case you don’t here’s the skinny: This is the first year that Google has released two different Nexus phones. The 5X’s big brother, the Nexus 6P is an out-and-out flagship phone. The Nexus 5X is aimed toward those looking for a lower price point and smaller display. The Nexus 5X is a follow-up to the LG Nexus 5 (2013), so if you were a fan of that phone, you’ll be a fan of it’s follow-up.
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Asus Zenfone 2 Laser
- CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 615
- RAM: 3 GB
- Storage: 32 GB
- Display: 5.5″ 1920 x 1080p
- Camera: 13 MP + 5 MP
Asus surprised many people with one of the best budget phones of 2015 with its Zenfone 2. The Zenfone 2 Laser could best be described as the photography obsessed little brother. As the name would indicate, the Zenfone 2 Laser has Laser Autofocus for near instantaneous focusing. Pair that with a great 13 MP camera and a powerful octa-core processor, and you have a recipe for success.
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Samsung Galaxy S5
- CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801
- RAM: 2 GB
- Storage: 16 GB
- Display: 5.1″ 1920 x 1080p
- Camera: 16 MP + 2 MP
The Samsung Galaxy S5 might be pushing its second birthday, but it’s still a great phone. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 has aged well and can still power through demanding tasks. One of the biggest selling points of the Galaxy S line has always been the cameras and the Galaxy S5 still has a great camera. While the phone only has 16 GB of on-board storage, it does have expandable storage (up to 128 GB) and a replaceable battery to keep you powered up!
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LG G4
- CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 808
- RAM: 3 GB
- Storage: 32 GB
- Display: 5.5″ 2560 x 1440p
- Camera: 16 MP + 8 MP
LG produced one of the best phones of 2015 with the LG G4. The flagship has expandable storage, a removable battery and one of the best cameras ever in a phone! One of the most unique features of the G4 was the leather, removable back that houses the 3000 mAH battery. It just feels great in the hand.
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BLU Pure XL
- CPU: MediaTek MT 6795 Helio X10
- RAM: 3 GB
- Storage: 64 GB
- Display: 6.0″ 2560 x 1440p
- Camera: 24 MP + 8 MP
The BLU Pure XL is an absolute monster! In both size and specs, this budget priced flagship has what it takes to power through the hardest of tasks. The generous 3500 mAh battery will keep you going all day and the 6″ 2560 x 1440p screen makes viewing YouTube and Netflix a joy. BLU doesn’t get a lot of press but it does put out great phones for the money.
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LG G Flex2
- CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 810
- RAM: 3 GB
- Storage: 32 GB
- Display: 5.5″ 1920 x 1080p
- Camera: 13 MP + 2.1 MP
The LG G Flex2 is one of the coolest looking phones on the market. The phone slightly curves to fit the curve of your cheek when you’re talking on it. This gives you a great feel in the hand and makes it much easier to reach the top of the phone. It has generous specs with a Snapdragon 810 processor, 3 GB of RAM, and 32 GB of storage. The POLED screen is one of the first of its kind and cuts down cracked screens.
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Sony Xperia Z3+
- CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 810
- RAM: 3 GB
- Storage: 32 GB
- Display: 5.2″ 1920 x 1080p
- Camera: 20.7 MP + 5.1 MP
Sony is known for its cameras and the Sony Xperia Z3+ is no exception. The 20.7 MP shooter is one of the best on the market, producing excellent pictures. The Snapdragon 810 processor, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage give this phone enough power and storage to shoot and edit 4K videos right on the device.
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