The holiday shopping season is near, and if you want to get ahead of the crowd, Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale — aka October Prime Day — is one of the best opportunities to score early savings. The big commerce event has officially begun, and we’re seeing a slew of noteworthy deals on the latest smartphones available for you to take advantage of — many of which we’ve tested and recommended at ZDNET.
Also: The best October Prime Day deals live now
Considering how close October Prime Day is to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, it’s likely that prices won’t drop any lower. (When in doubt, take advantage of Amazon’s 30-day return policy or contact customer service for a price adjustment.) Here are the best Prime Day phone deals we’ve found so far.
Best Prime day phone deals 2025
An October Prime Day is an ideal time to upgrade your smartphone, as you can make a more informed decision now. All major launches from the likes of Apple, Samsung, and Google are out of the way, so you have a rough idea of how they stack up against each other. Prime Day brings the price of some of the best Android phones on the market to a more affordable range. Here are some of the best Prime Day 2025 deals that you shouldn’t miss.
- Current price: $950
- Original price: $1,300
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra remains one of the best phones to buy in October 2025, despite being launched early in the year. It sports the best display on a smartphone that we’ve tested, versatility with four rear cameras, powerful performance, and a decent battery life. While the S Pen isn’t what it used to be, it is still great for jotting down quick notes.
Review: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
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- Current price: $949
- Original price: $1,199
Another front-runner for best Android phone this year, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is currently over 20% off on Amazon. That gets you a 6.8-inch Super Actua display (read: it’s both bright and vivid), Google’s latest Gemini smarts like Magic Cue and Auto Best Take, Qi2 magnet-based charging, and 256GB of storage.
Review: Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
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- Current price: $985
- Original price: $1,299
The Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 is one of the most capable flip phones you can buy right now. It has a big inner display that can be folded into a tiny phone with a flexible cover screen. The outer display is perfect for quick tasks and instant replies, better than even Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 7 in this regard.
Review: Motorola Razr Ultra 2025
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- Current price: $850
- Original price: $1,000
The OnePlus 13 launched earlier this year, but it’s still a great pick for anyone eyeing a snappy Android phone that charges faster than the competition. I’m talking 80W wired and 50W wireless, the former of which allows the OnePlus to top up within 30 minutes.
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- Current price: $649
- Original price: $799
We tested the Google Pixel 10 a little more than a month ago and found it to be nearly faultless. The latest model features the same ultra-smooth and bright display as its Pro siblings and finally gets a dedicated telephoto lens. This Prime Day price makes it an even better buy.
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- Current price: $690
- Original price: $1,100
The one true Apple iPhone Air rival, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, is the thinnest Android flagship phone you can buy. I consider it the true compact phone for content consumption, and you still get one more camera lens than the Apple counterpart. The battery life isn’t as good as its more expensive Ultra sibling, but it is a great phone for everyday use.
Review: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
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- Current price: $190
- Original price: $400
The Moto G Stylus remains my go-to recommendation for those who want excellent battery life on their new phone for under $200. Despite its tall display, satisfactory cameras, and smooth OS, it’ll easily last you more than a day. On Prime Day, you can pick up the stylus-equipped handset for 50% off.
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More October Prime Day phone deals
If you are looking for more phone deals, there are several other options to consider this sale season.
- Samsung Galaxy S25–>: $599 (save $200): The base model of Samsung’s flagship lineup is already going for $120 off. It offers a lighter design in a familiar form. It is one of the best Samsung phones right now.
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: $799 (save $200): It’s not the XL model, but the standard Pixel 10 Pro still packs a flagship feature set, including a bright OLED display, a triple-camera setup, and the latest Gemini features. - Google Pixel 9–>: $549 (save $250): Here’s a sleeper pick; last year’s Pixel 9 is cheaper than ever and will support most of the latest Gemini services that Google offers with the Pixel 10 series.
- CMF Phone 1<!–>: $209 (save $80): Nothing’s sub-brand, CMF makes great value for money devices, and the CMF Phone 1 is one of them, especially at this price.
- Motorola Razr Plus 2025–>: $699 (save $300: This is one of the most stylish phones of the year. You get the best of Motorola in head-turning flip form factor.
- OnePlus 13R<!–> $499 (save $100): The best Google Pixel 9a alternative, OnePlus 13R offers a better display, faster charging, and longer-lasting battery life.
- Oukitel WP55 rugged smartphone–>: $340 (save $20): If you want a rugged phone but don’t want to spend a lot, look no further; the Oukitel WP55 will serve you well.
When is October Prime Day 2025?
Amazon has officially announced the arrival of October Prime Day 2025. The event will take place over two days in October. The official dates are set as October 7-8.
Are smartphones really cheaper on Prime Day?
Yes, smartphones are cheaper on Prime Day, especially now in October. This sale commences right before big events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so prices are unlikely to drop further. Grab the deals before they expire.
How did we choose these October Prime Day deals?
ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy. We consider products from our personal experience with each one of them. These are the phones that we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops.
We aim to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. So, we also reviewed customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive research, and comparison shopping.
What are the best Prime Day deals?
ZDNET’s experts have been searching through Prime Day and other sales to find the best discounts by category. These are the best deals live now:
And the best deals from other retailers:
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