It’s a wrap for Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale — aka October Prime Day — but there are still several golden opportunities to score savings on the latest smartphones. Even after the event, we’re seeing a slew of noteworthy deals on the latest handsets by Samsung, Google, OnePlus, and more — many of which we’ve tested and recommended at ZDNET.
Also: The best October Prime Day deals still available
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 still available to buy.
Best Prime Day phone deals 2025
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: $935
- 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: $999
- 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.
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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: $200
- 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–>: $600 (save $200): The base model of Samsung’s flagship lineup is already going for $200 off. It offers a lighter design in a familiar form. It is one of the best Samsung phones right now.
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: $1,599 (save $400): My top-rated foldable phone in 2025 just hit an all-time low price, with both the 256GB and 512GB variants on discount. - Google Pixel 9–>: $599 (save $150): 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–>: $700 (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<!–> $549 (save $50): 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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Our top Prime Day deals
