Best Prime Day phone deals 2021: Samsung, iPhone and more

Samsung Galaxy S21: was $799 now $599 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
The Galaxy S21 is Samsung's latest flagship, offering a powerful Android experience in a smaller frame. The triple cameras take excellent photos and videos, and the beautiful 120Hz display is perfect for media consumption.

Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus: was $999 now $799 @ Best Buy (opens in new tab)
Galaxy S21 deals have dried up at Amazon, but Best Buy still has a discount on the middle model in Samsung's s21 lineup. The Plus share much in common with the S21, only this model has a larger screen. To get $200 off at Best Buy, you need to activate your phone with Verizon, AT&T or Sprint.

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE: was $699 now $479 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Samsung's hit 2020 flagship is available for a killer price right now. This is the more affordable version of the Galaxy S20 and offers a beautiful display, triple cameras, and powerful performance thanks to the Snapdragon 865 processor.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20: was $999 now $749 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
The smaller of the 2020 Note series, the Galaxy Note 20 is still a powerful device that includes the fan-favorite S Pen. The 6.7-inch AMOLED display is beautiful and the Note 20 is still a very powerful Android phone. It also has excellent battery life thanks to the 4,300 mAh battery.

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra: was $1,399 now $999 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
The Galaxy S20 Ultra may be a year old, but it's a still a powerful device. It has an expansive 6.9-inch AMOLED display, a huge 5,000mAh battery, and full 5G support for all carriers.

Samsung Galaxy A71 5G: was $599 now $375 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Samsung's midrange Galaxy A71 5G from last year is also on discount for Prime Day. It has an immersive 6.7-inch AMOLED display, a quad camera setup, a large 4,500mAh battery, and 5G support.

Samsung Galaxy A10s: was $135 now $130 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Samsung's ultra low-end Galaxy A10s saw a very modest discount for Prime Day. This is a phone for people who are on a tight budget. It only works on GSM carriers. It's a compact phone with a 6.2-inch LCD and dual rear cameras.

OnePlus 8 Pro: was $999 now $899 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Last year's top-tier flagship from OnePlus is also now on sale on Amazon for $100 off. It's still a powerful phone with the Snapdragon 865 processor, a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, a triple camera array, and a 4,510 mAh battery.

OnePlus 8: was $699 now $349 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
OnePlus' flagship from 2020 is also on sale for a very attractive price. It offers very high-end specs, from a Snapdragon 865 processor to a 6.55-inch AMOLED display. It's still a very powerful phone, especially for the price.

OnePlus 8T: was $749 now $599 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
OnePlus' late-2020 flagship is also available for sale on Prime Day. It offers very little versus the OnePlus 8, minus a slight change in design. That said, it's still a powerful phone with a gorgeous 6.55-inch AMOLED display, the excellent Snapdragon 865 processor, and a quad camera setup.

Microsoft Surface Duo: was $1,399 now $636 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Microsoft's strange and unique dual-screen phone is on a steep discount for Prime Day. If you're all in on Microsoft and want to see its take on Android, here you go. The Surface Duo has two 5.6-inch displays that equal 8.1-inches when fully opened. The Snapdragon 855 and 3,577 mAh battery power it all.

Motorola Razr 5G: was $1,399 now $1,159 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Motorola's clamshell foldable phone is also on sale for Prime Day. The Razr, with its 6.2-inch pOLED display, is very pocketable and the unfolds. It features a 48MP camera and a Snapdragon 765 processor. It competes with the Galaxy Z Flip 5G, which is arguably a better phone.

Motorola Edge: was $699 now $479 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
The Motorola Edge is a powerful midrange phone with a 6.7-inch OLED display, 5G support, triple cameras, and a 4,500mAh battery. It's a beautiful phone, especially for the price, though Motorola's update support leaves plenty to be desired.

Motorola One 5G: was $399 now $299 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Motorola's affordable, 5G-enabled One is available for even less on Prime Day. You get four rear cameras, a 6.7-inch display, and a huge 5,000mAh battery. And 5G for less than $300 is definitely an attractive offer.

Motorola One 5G Ace: was $399 now $349 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Motorola's One 5G Ace is a great midrange 5G phone. It's compatible with all carriers, though it lacks support for Verizon's mmWave 5G network. The One 5G Ace has a 6.7-inch FHD LCD and a triple camera system, with a 5,000mAh battery powering the whole thing.

Motorola Moto G 5G: was $249 now $229 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
One of Motorola's 5G phones, the Moto G 5G offers a solid smartphone experience for less than $250. The 5,000mAh battery keeps everything powered up. There are four cameras and a 6.7-inch display, too.

Motorola Moto G Power: was $199 now $169 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
If you're looking for one of the longest lasting phones around, then you'll want to check out the Moto G Power (2021). This phone lasts a really long time thanks to its 5,000mAh battery. The Moto G Power also has a 6.6-inch LCD and a triple camera setup, along with the Snapdragon 662 processor.

Motorola Moto G Play: was $169 now $149 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Another one of Motorola's budget-friendly phones, the 2021 version of the Moto G Play saw a small price cut for Prime Day. It has a large 6.5-inch LCD, a huge 5,000mAh battery, and a dual camera system.

Motorola Moto G Stylus (2021): was $299 now $269 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Motorola released an update to its popular Moto G Stylus for 2021. It has all of the same features as its predecessor, just improved for the new year. The phone also has quad cameras, a 6.8-inch LCD, and a 4,000mAh battery.

Motorola Moto G Stylus (2020): was $299 now $209 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Motorola's Moto G Stylus offers a stylus experience for a lot less than a Galaxy Note or Galaxy S21 Ultra. The phone also has three rear cameras, a 4,000mAh battery, and 6.4-inch LCD. The stylus slides right into the phone for easy storage.

Moto G Fast: was $199 now $159 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
The Moto G Fast is an affordable Android phone offering excellent battery life, a bright display and decent cameras. You might find its selfie cam a bit lacking, but if you want an Android phone on the cheap, this is a fine option.

Moto G9 Play: was $199 now $149 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Motorola offers some of the best budget Android phones, and the Moto G9 Play is a great example. Highlights include a triple camera system headed up by a 48MP shooter, a 5,000 mAh battery and a 6.5-inch HD+ display. Just note that this phone is GSM only. 

Motorola One Fusion: was $149 now $144 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Another cheap Motorola phone, the One Fusion gives you the basics. This is a GSM-only phone with no VoLTE support. Despite that, it has four cameras and a 5,000mAh battery. With a Snapdragon 710 processor and 6.5-inch display, this phone does what you need.

Motorola Moto E: was $149 now $114 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
On the very low end, Motorola's Moto E is essentially as basic as a smartphone gets and now it's even cheaper for Prime Day. It features dual cameras, a compact 6.2-inch display, and a Snapdragon 632 processor. 

Nokia 8.3 5G: was $699 now $458 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Nokia's 8.3 flagship has also seen a really nice discount on Prime Day, bringing the phone below $500. For that money, you get a pretty good 5G-enabled phone. The big 4,500 mAh battery and Snapdragon 765G are the stars of the show, as well as the 6.81-inch display.

TCL 10 Pro: was $400 now $294 @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
The TCL 10 Pro is also on sale for Prime Day at a great price. TCL has been trying to step up its smartphone game and the 10 Pro is a decent offering from the company. It has a 6.47-inch curved AMOLED display with quad rear cameras, powered by a Snapdragon 675 processor and a 4,500 mAh battery.

Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus: was $999 now $450 @ Walmart (opens in new tab)
Walmart isn't content to sit out Prime Day, offering a killer deal on a Galaxy S21 Plus with either AT&T or Verizon activation. The price comes out to $450, which is less than half off, spread out over 36 payments of $12.50. The Galaxy S21 Plus boasts a beautiful 6.7-inch display, powerful cameras with a 30x Space Zoom and more. 

OnePlus Nord N10 5G: was $299 now $277 @ Walmart (opens in new tab)
Walmart has OnePlus' affordable 5G phone from 2020. The Nord N10 5G is on sale for a few dollars off (don't pay attention to the list price on Walmart's site). The Nord N10 has a 6.49-inch IPS LCD, a Snapdragon 690 processor, and a quad camera setup.

Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus: was $999 now $899 @ Samsung (opens in new tab)
Samsung is running a summer sale, and it includes the Galaxy S21 Plus. Right now, you can get $100 off Samsung's latest flagship, with additional savings should you have a current phone to trade in. We like the 6.7-inch 120Hz display, excellent cameras, and powerful Snapdragon 888 performance. Plus, Samsung is selling the phone unlocked.

Galaxy Z Flip 5G: was $1,199 now $1,149 @ Samsung (opens in new tab)
If you want a foldable phone, Samsung is offering a small discount on the Galaxy Z Flip 5G. This is a clamshell foldable, meaning it's like the flip phones of old. It also offers 5G and other top-tier 2020 specs. As with the Galaxy S21 Plus, Samsung takes off additional money when you trade in a phone to buy the Z Flip.

Motorola One 5G UW: was $599 now free @ Verizon  (opens in new tab)
If you want a phone that can take advantage of Verizon's mmWave 5G, then this deal might be for you. With a new line activation, Big Red is offering the Motorola One 5G UW for free. This mid-range phone offers a roomy 6.7-inch display, 5,000 mAh battery and versatile quad camera system. 

iPhone SE (2020): was $350 now $316 (Total Wireless) @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
If you're willing to buy a carrier-locked model of the iPhone SE (2020), Amazon is selling the Total Wireless variant for a decent price. $316 for the iPhone SE is a steal, especially since you get a very good camera and fast A13 Bionic chip in a compact design.

iPhone XR: was $499 now free w/ new line @ Verizon (opens in new tab)
The iPhone XR offers many of the features you'll find on the higher-end models like Face ID and a fairly fast A12 Bionic processor. The 6.1-inch display is bright, and you get an excellent 11-plus hours of battery life.