10 Best Android Phones Under $200

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If you're after an affordable phone that's new, you'll probably need to look into buying an Android device. This doesn't necessarily mean newly released within the past year, but there are some great Android phones under $200 that would be new to you, and not used by another person.

When you look at iOS devices, on the other hand, there are only one or two budget options in the recent lineup, and a new device will cost you upwards of $400 to $500. Or, to stick to a budget of under $200, you'll usually have to look at renewed or refurbished devices, which means someone else owned the phone before you.

While some of the best Android phones can get super pricey — we're talking over $1,000 for many options — there are a lot of budget-friendly options that still offer a great overall experience despite not having all the bells and whistles of flagship phones. With many of these affordable Android devices, you'll get a large, beautiful display, a beefy battery with fast charging, and a pretty decent camera setup.

It's important to note that you should make sure the phone you want to buy is compatible with your carrier of choice. This goes for budget-friendly phones as well as top-of-the-line options. If you have a larger carrier, like AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon, there's a greater chance that more phones will be compatible, but it's never guaranteed, so always double-check before you buy.

Samsung's Galaxy A03s smartphone retails for only $119.99, making it one of the most budget-friendly Android phones available right now. Despite its low price, you'll still get a triple-lens camera setup. The 13-megapixel main camera will be your go-to option for most photos, but there's a 2-megapixel depth camera and a 2-megapixel macro camera to help you experiment with the best angle and zoom amount for each photo. There's also a 5-megapixel front camera for selfies.

Samsung devices seem to always have great displays, and the Galaxy A03s is no different. Its 6.5-inch Infinity display is equipped with a 16M color depth, edge-to-edge viewing, and an HD+ resolution of 720x1600 pixels. There's a fingerprint sensor on the side of the phone, and it doesn't detract from the overall minimalistic design of the A03s. For ports and connectivity, you'll find a USB Type-C charging port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, Bluetooth 5.0, 4G LTE technology, and Wi-Fi 5 support over both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.

Inside, you'll find an octa-core CPU, 3 gigabytes of RAM, and 32 gigabytes of built-in storage, with the option to add up to 1 terabyte of extra storage via a microSD card. The A03s phone will last all day with its 5,000 mAh battery and charge quickly with a 7.75W charger. It's also one of a few Samsung Galaxy devices that received the Android 13 update in March 2023.

Samsung's Galaxy A14 5G smartphone retails for $159.99, despite offering that speedy 5G technology that comes with many flagship phones. It also features a really sweet camera setup. There's a 50-megapixel main rear camera, a 2-megapixel depth lens, a 2-megapixel macro lens, and a 13-megapixel camera on the phone's front for selfies.

Everything looks stunning on the A14 5G's edge-to-edge 6.6-inch Infinity V-Display with FHD+ resolution (1080x2408 pixels). Playing games and streaming media will feel buttery smooth thanks to the octa-core processor, 4 gigabytes of RAM, and 5G connection all working in tandem. There are 64 gigabytes of built-in storage, but you can add up to 1 terabyte of extra storage via a microSD card.

Besides the microSD card slot, there's also a 3.5mm headphone jack and a USB Type-C charging port. With the A14 5G's 5,000 mAh battery, you won't need to charge the phone practically all day — or even multiple days, depending on how you use the phone. As far as connectivity goes, the phone supports 4G LTE coverage, Bluetooth 5.0, and Wi-Fi 5.

TLC's 20 SE smartphone retails for only $189.99, and it features an impressive quad-camera setup in the back. The 48-megapixel main camera is AI-powered to help you get the best shot every time, and then there's a 5-megapixel wide-angle lens, a 2-megapixel depth lens, and a 2-megapixel macro lens. There's also a 13-megapixel front-facing camera that comes with AI Color Mode, which helps capture artistic portraits.

The 6.82-inch LCD display features NXTVISION technology, 16.7M color depth, and an HD+ resolution (720x1640 pixels). If you're watching videos all day long on your large, crisp display, you can get up to 17 hours of use out of the 20 SE's 5,000 mAh battery. Watching media and playing games feels pretty smooth with the phone's 4 gigabytes of RAM, Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 octa-core processor, Adreno 610 GPU, and 128 gigabytes of internal memory, which you can expand up to 256 gigabytes with a separately purchased microSD card.

The TLC 20 SE has a stunning design on the back, with two different nano-photoetching areas that reflect light to make it look like sun rays. You can unlock the phone with facial recognition or the rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, and there's a dedicated Google Assistant button so you don't have to say "Hey Google" every time you need help with something. There's a USB Type-C charging port and a 3.5mm headphone jack, and the phone supports Bluetooth 5.0, 4G LTE technology, Android 11 operating system, and Wi-Fi 4.

Nokia's G400 5G smartphone is a bit pricier than other options, retailing at $269.99 when it's full price, but it's often discounted to under $200. At the time of writing this, the G400 5G costs $199.99 directly from Nokia, and only $179.99 from other retailers like Amazon and Best Buy. For the 5G technology, NFC support, and other great features that come with this phone, the price is well worth it.

The 6.58-inch V-notch display features an impressive 120 Hz refresh rate and a crisp FHD+ display (1080x2048 pixels). This, paired with its internal specs, make the 400 5G a great option if you frequently stream media from your phone or play mobile games. Inside, you'll find 4 gigabytes of RAM, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 + 5G processor, and 64 gigabytes of internal storage, with the option to add up to 1 terabyte of extra storage via a microSD card.

Nokia's 400 5G phone comes with a triple-camera setup on the back, with a 48-megapixel main camera, a 2-megapixel depth lens, and a 5-megapixel ultra-wide lens. If you're an amateur photographer, there are a lot of great features that make it easy to snap the perfect photo, including AI enhancements, a bokeh effect, and Google AR support. Then, the 16-megapixel front-facing camera can take great selfies or be used to unlock your phone via facial recognition. You can also unlock the phone using the fingerprint sensor on the side power key.

The phone runs Android 12, features a Google Assistant button, and comes with support for Bluetooth 5.1, Wi-Fi 5, and as mentioned before, a max network speed of 5G and NFC technology. For external ports, there's a 3.5mm headphone jack and a USB Type-C charging port, which supports 20W fast charging. With the built-in 5,000 mAh battery, however, you can go a day or two in between charging sessions.

Motorola is one of the best brands for budget-friendly Android phones. The Moto G Pure phone, for example, retails at $159.99, but it looks like an expensive smartphone with its 6.5-inch Max Vision display. The display features IPS TFT LCD technology and an HD+ resolution (720x1600 pixels) and feels smooth and responsive thanks to the octa-core MediaTek Helio G25 processor.

Other key internal specs you'll find inside the Moto G Pure include 3 gigabytes of RAM, 32 gigabytes of built-in storage, and the option to expand storage up to 512 extra gigabytes via a microSD card. There's also a 4,000 mAh battery that can last up to two days and charge quickly via USB Type-C with the included 10W charger. Then, with an IP52 water-repellent design, your phone will be protected from accidental spills and splashes.

Your photos may not be super impressive with the dual-camera setup on the Moto G Pure, but it'll get the job done well enough. In the back, there's a 13-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel depth lens. Then, for selfies, there's a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. You can also use this front camera to unlock your phone via face recognition, or you can use the rear fingerprint sensor.

The phone runs Android 11 right out of the box, so you'll have access to Google Assistant voice control as well as other helpful Google apps. There's a 3.5mm headphone jack for wired headphones, or you can listen to music and media via Bluetooth 5.0 technology. The phone also supports Wi-Fi 5 through both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.