5 best cheap Android phones in 2024

Google Pixel 7a

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 The already affordable Google Pixel 7a has become even cheaper since the launch of the Pixel 8 series and the upcoming release of the Pixel 8a. Still, this phone packs a punch and is the best phone you can find in its budget-friendly price range.

Pixel 7a is equipped with Tensor G2 chip and has 8GB RAM and 128GB internal memory. You get a Full HD 90Hz display with 24-hour battery life, IP67 dust and water resistance, and on top of that an impressive 64MP main camera supported by a useful 13MP ultra-wide camera.

OnePlus Nord N30

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The OnePlus Nord N30 costs just under $300 but packs in some features you wouldn't normally expect at this price. Among them are 50W fast wired charging, a high-resolution 108MP main camera with electronic image stabilization and a beautiful 16MP selfie camera.

Snapdragon 695 5G chip and 8GB RAM combine to deliver powerful performance. Additionally, you get a sharp display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch response for smooth and responsive scrolling. It also boasts a decent 680 nit maximum brightness, allowing you to view the screen easily on a sunny day. This is a great cheap Android phone for everyday tasks, and the excellent all-day battery life is a welcome bonus.

Moto G Play 2024

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Despite the Moto G Play's extremely attractive price, Motorola has provided important updates for the 2024 model, making it one of the top Android phone choices at an unbeatable value.

Among the notable updates is the new Snapdragon 680 chipset for the 2023 model. And, while still relatively modest, you now get 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, and you can update Up to 1TB of rear storage via microSD card.

 If that's not enough, you get a 50MP camera that delivers better quality than you'd expect and battery life that can power almost two full days.

Samsung Galaxy A54

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Samsung Galaxy A54 is one of the good Android phones for photography in this price range. It has a 50MP main camera that delivers images with good saturation and contrast, and with an f/1.8 aperture, it performs well in difficult lighting conditions.

You also get a 32MP front camera, ideal for the selfie-loving generation, accompanied by a 5MP ultra-wide and macro lens on the rear. On the video side, it's all 4K, with both the front and rear cameras offering 30fps, though stabilization is only available at 1080p.

The A54 is not only a great camera, but also offers features like a 120Hz Super AMOLED display, top-notch battery life, and a rare IP67 rating at this price point for peace of mind when taking photos at the beach or swimming pool.

Samsung Galaxy A34

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 Although the Samsung Galaxy A34 doesn't have selfie capabilities like the A54, it still has a decent camera. It also has outstanding battery life and is available at a lower price. In fact, you can get more than 2 days of battery life, depending on usage.

However, that's not all it has to offer. The A34 boasts a 120Hz Super AMOLED display with enough brightness for viewing on a sunny day. Furthermore, its stylish design gives it a premium feel, while also boasting an excellent IP67 rating that protects against dust, drops in the bath, and inclement weather.

This model has 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, but there's another model with 8/256GB for fast performance and more capacity.

Micah Soto

Update 14 March 2024