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While flagship smartphones boast impressive features, spending $1,000 is not a prerequisite for a satisfying Android experience nowadays. If you’re in need of a new smartphone and have a budget of approximately $200, there are numerous excellent options available. Surprisingly, some of the best Android phones under $200 come equipped with features like 5,000mAh batteries, multi-lens camera setups, and the promise of extended software updates.

We thoroughly evaluate various Android phones to ensure optimal performance without encountering unexpected issues down the line. If we were to recommend one Android smartphone in the sub-$200 price range, it would be the latest addition to Samsung’s lineup, the Galaxy A15 5G. Boasting a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED screen, a sizable battery with 25W fast charging support, and more, it offers a compelling package. Alternatively, consider Motorola’s Moto G Play (2024) for a straightforward yet functional device.

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 7 months ago

I bought a Moto G Stylus 4G a few months ago for $39. The Blue Box had some online special for some reason. It's hard to believe how cheaply you can get a nice phone.

[–] bighatchester 1 points 7 months ago (5 children)

My experience with the galaxy a series is they break the first time you drop them . But it's been about 2 years maybe it got better .

[–] [email protected] 3 points 7 months ago (1 children)

I've had the A34 for a couple of months now and everytime it's fallen off from bed it has withstood the fall

[–] aluminium 1 points 7 months ago

It depends mostly on the surface material. I can comfortably drop my phone from head hight onto a wood flor, but a drop onto a tile or cocrete floor is leathal from waist height.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 7 months ago

Their parts are pretty cheap and easy to repair.

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