Best Budget Cell Phones for Students 2025 Top pick 2025

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Google Pixel 10 Pro is the ultimate Pixel experience, featuring advanced AI with Gemini, unbelievable camera quality, impeccable design, 6.3-inch Super Actua display, and the next-gen Google Tensor G5 chip[1]

Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan[2]; it works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers

Google Pixel 9 with Gemini gets the best of Google AI first, so you can take amazing photos, make edits like magic, and get things done even easier

Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan[1]; it works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers

The award-winning Pixel Camera includes a 50 MP main sensor for incredible image and video quality, and a new 48 MP ultrawide camera for stunning Macro Focus

Make your photos better than you can imagine with Google AI; take a picture and be in it too with Add Me[2]; Best Take helps everyone look their best; and with Magic Editor, you can reframe photos, reimagine the scenery, and more[2]

Get more info quickly with Gemini, your built-in AI assistant[3]; instead of typing, use Gemini Live; it follows along even if you change the topic or switch the question[30]; and Pixel Screenshots helps you save things you’ll want to remember later

MOVE IT. REMOVE IT. IMPROVE IT: Take a great pic, then make it better using Photo Assist¹ with Galaxy AI,² It gives you suggestions for improving your photo and makes it easier to move, remove or resize objects for post-worthy pics every time.

NEVER BE LOST IN TRANSLATION AGAIN: Understand text, calls and in-person conversations in another language using real-time translations¹ with Galaxy AI.²

SLOW-MO MADE SIMPLE: Sometimes you just want to make the moment last longer. Using Instant Slow-Mo¹ with Galaxy AI,² simply tap and hold to replay any video in epic slow motion.

DO MORE W/ EPIC BATTERY POWER: Do what you love, whether work or play, without worrying about your battery. Galaxy S24 FE intuitively manages your apps to make your charge last longer.⁴.

CAPTURE HIGHLIGHTS IN LOW LIGHT: Poorly lit portraits? Not anymore. Bring details out of the dark with Night Portrait. Using AI,² your Galaxy S24 FE can analyze and optimize your low-light shots and make them shine.

AFFORDABLY AWESOME AND ALWAYS RELIABLE: Galaxy A36 5G offers premium features and smart extras designed to elevate your everyday life — all at a price that brings exceptional value.

AWESOME SCREEN, ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES: Elevate your content no matter where you are with the 6.7” display of Galaxy A36.¹ Whether you're gaming, streaming or browsing, enjoy massive detail and stunning clarity.

FIND AWESOME FAST: What’s your favorite influencer wearing? Where’d they go on vacation? What’s that word mean? Don’t try to describe it — use Circle to Search with Google and get the answer in a snap.² With Galaxy A36 5G, simply circle it on your screen.

PRO SHOTS, NO PROBLEM: From family photos to dinner with friends, the enhanced front-facing camera on Galaxy A36 5G makes every selfie look like it came straight from a photo shoot.

SEE FAMILY MOMENTS IN A WHOLE NEW LIGHT: Your family’s special moments just got brighter with Galaxy A36 5G. With effortless Nightography, you can capture clear, high-quality photos and videos automatically without adjusting manual settings.

MORE WOW, LESS WORK: Save time polishing photos with help from photo editing tools like My Filter, Object Eraser and Edit Suggestion.

AWESOME BATTERY, AMAZING CHARGE: Whether it’s family moments or important calls, stay powered without the wait with Galaxy A36 5G. Plus, Super Fast Charging ensures you're back up and running as quickly as possible, so you can stay connected.³

SPEED IS THE NAME OF THE GAME: Game on with the powerful Galaxy A36 5G. Play games with incredible graphics, with our fastest Galaxy A Series processor yet — Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 for Galaxy.⁴ An enhanced cooling system keeps the phone thermals low.

TOUGH, TRUSTED, AND TIMELESS: Experience amazing durability and value with the water, dirt, and dust-resistant Galaxy A36 5G. Power through your day with unstoppable confidence, knowing this ultra-durable and reliable device has your back.

THE WALLET THAT’S MADE FOR YOUR GALAXY: Pay with a tap, plus store your compatible payment cards and membership cards all in one app with Samsung Wallet.⁵

Unlocked: Compatible with all major U.S. carriers, including Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and other major carriers.

Super-bright 6.8" display + Bass Boost. Enjoy boundless entertainment on a massive, 120Hz display and stereo speakers with 1.7x more powerful bass***.

Long-lasting battery + TurboPower charging. Go over a day on a single charge with a 5000mAh battery and blazing-fast charging—even charge wirelessly.*

50MP** camera system with OIS. Capture sharper low-light photos and smoother videos with an unshakable camera system featuring Optical Image Stabilization.

Stylish yet durable design. Enjoy the premium look and feel of vegan leather with Corning Gorilla Glass and underwater protection.

Superfast 5G performance. Unleash your entertainment at 5G speed**** with the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset and up to 24GB of RAM with RAM Boost.*****

Tons of built-in ultrafast storage. Get plenty of room for photos, movies, songs, and apps—and add up to 1TB with a microSD card.******

Disclaimers: *Based on a median mixed usage profile, actual battery life will vary. Battery must be substantially depleted; charging rate slows as charging progresses. Based on the median user tested across a mixed use profile (includes usage and standby time) under optimal network conditions. Actual battery performance will vary. Max 30W TurboPower charging speed on device; requires Motorola TurboPower 30W charger or higher (sold separately); higher chargers will not increase maximum charge capability. **The 50MP sensor combines 4 pixels into 1, for an effective photo resolution of 12.5MP.

Disclaimers: ***A minimum device refresh rate of 60Hz and a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz; actual refresh rate may be less and will vary based on app/content limitations and requirements, device mode settings, and other factors. Based on an internal comparison of speaker bass power between moto g power - 2025 and its predecessor, moto g power - 2024. ****5G service available with 5G plan. 5G network coverage required; available only in select areas; device not compatible with all 5G networks. Contact your service provider for details.

Disclaimers: *****RAM Boost extended RAM requires use of phone’s internal storage as virtual memory, decreasing storage capacity; available user storage is less while in use; feature on by default unless turned off. 8GB physical RAM + up to 16GB RAM Boost (4GB Default | 16GB Max). Available RAM is less due to operating system, software and other functions; may change with software updates. ******Supports up to 1TB microSD card, microSD cards sold separately. Content with DRM restrictions may not be able to be moved to the card.

Google Pixel 9a is engineered by Google with more than you expect, for less than you think; like Gemini, your built-in AI assistant[1], the incredible Pixel Camera, and an all-day battery and durable design[2]

Take amazing photos and videos with the Pixel Camera, and make them better than you can imagine with Google AI; get great group photos with Add Me and Best Take[4,5]; and use Macro Focus for spectacular images of tiny details like raindrops and flowers

Google Pixel’s Adaptive Battery can last over 30 hours[2]; turn on Extreme Battery Saver and it can last up to 100 hours, so your phone has power when you need it most[2]

Get more info quickly with Gemini[1]; instead of typing, use Gemini Live; it follows along even if you change the topic[8]; and save time by asking Gemini to find info across your Google apps, like Maps, Calendar, Gmail, and YouTube Music[7]

Pixel 9a can handle spills, dust, drops, and dings; and with IP68 water and dust protection and a scratch-resistant display, it’s the most durable Pixel A-Series phone yet[6]

Unlocked Android 5G smartphone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan[3]; it works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers

Google Pixel 9a comes with 7 years of OS and security updates, and new and upgraded features with Pixel Drops, so it keeps getting better and more secure over time[9,10]

With Pixel Call Assist, you can hear callers more clearly, avoid unwanted calls, speed through call menus, and more[11]

If theft is detected, Pixel automatically locks to keep your info safe; it can also detect a car crash and call for help, connect you with emergency services[12], and help prevent scams, phishing, and malware[28]

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