Amazon’s October Prime Day sale is over, but some phone deals are still around. Though you may not find deals on the latest phones released this year, if you’re looking to upgrade to a midrange phone or one from previous release cycles (that are still excellent phones we recommend), you’re in the right place.
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Current price: $1,100 (8% off)
Original price: $1,200
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is one of our picks for the best Samsung phones, with a compact …
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Current price: $1,550 (15% off)
Original price: $2,100
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is our favorite Galaxy phone, due to its thin, light, and well-don…
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Current price: $549 (31% off)
Original price: $799
Nothing’s third-gen phone features a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, a 50MP quad camera syste…
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Current price: $950 (32% off)
Original price: $1,400
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is our pick for the best Android phone, and it’s easily the…
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Current price: $910 (9% off)
Original price: $999
Google’s older flagship, Pro-level phone is equipped with the company’s Tensor G5 processor…
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Current price: $990 (18% off)
Original price: $1,200
If you prefer flipping over folding, the Galaxy Z Flip 8 is the phone for you. Fitted wi…
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At ZDNET, our editors test every major phone release, putting them through the paces in our lab and in the real world to choose our picks for the best phones you can buy. Here are the best October Prime Day phone deals. Be sure to check back here, as this list will be updated as the sale progresses.
Best October Prime Day phone deals
for $900 (save $300)
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Current price: $1,100 (8% off)
- Original price: $1,200
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is one of our picks for the best Samsung phones, with a compact frame that packs mighty power. The base model S26 promises seven years of OS updates, a 4,400mAh battery, a 6.3-inch display, and a capable triple-camera system. Only the S26 with 512GB of internal storage is on sale for $1,000.
Also: Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. S26 Plus vs. S26 Ultra: I compared every model to help you decide
for $1,550 (save $550)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
- Current price: $1,550 (15% off)
- Original price: $2,100
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is our favorite Galaxy phone, due to its thin, light, and well-done foldable display. Though the Z Fold 8 lacks the pro-level camera system and privacy screen of the S26 Ultra, its AMOLED display and 4,800mAh battery make up for it. You can find the Galaxy Z Fold 8 with 256GB of internal storage for $1,650, though the 512GB configuration is also on sale for $1,850.
Review: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
for $549 (save $250)
Nothing Phone 3
- Current price: $549 (31% off)
- Original price: $799
Nothing’s third-gen phone features a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, a 50MP quad camera system, its controversial Glyph interface, and a 6.67-inch FHD+ 1.5K AMOLED display.
Also: I tried the controversial Android phone that’s got the internet buzzing – and left impressed
for $950 (save $450)
- Current price: $950 (32% off)
- Original price: $1,400
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is our pick for the best Android phone, and it’s easily the most complete phone in the S26 lineup. The S26 Ultra features a built-in privacy screen, which is ideal for people who don’t want others snooping on their texts and timelines. Additionally, the S26 Ultra is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor that helps run advanced Galaxy AI features. A 9.9-inch display, an advanced camera system, and a 5,000mAh battery make the S26 Ultra the complete flagship.
Review: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
for $910 (save $89)
Google Pixel 10 Pro
- Current price: $910 (9% off)
- Original price: $999
Google’s older flagship, Pro-level phone is equipped with the company’s Tensor G5 processor, a 6.3-inch Super Actua display, and a triple-camera system. With the Pixel 11 Pro being Google’s latest flagship phone, you can find deals on last year’s model. This time, the Pixel 10 Pro in Obsidian with 128GB of internal storage, is 8% off,
Also: I captured 1,000 photos with the Google Pixel 10 Pro in Hawaii, and it set a new standard for me
for $990 (save $210)
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
- Current price: $990 (18% off)
- Original price: $1,200
If you prefer flipping over folding, the Galaxy Z Flip 8 is the phone for you. Fitted with a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and the latest Galaxy AI features, this phone isn’t like the flip phone you had in the early 2000s.
Also: I went hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8, but it’s not the upgrade I expected
When is October Prime Day?
Amazon’s Prime Big Deals Day sale, or October Prime Day, will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 6, through Wednesday, Oct. 7.
How did we choose these deals?
At ZDNET, we write about legitimately good deals on products we’ve tested, covered, and would recommend. All the options on this list were tested by our experts, and several received Editors’ Choice awards for high marks in performance, design, and innovation. If we don’t like a product or wouldn’t recommend it to our friends, families — or even a stranger — we don’t feature it on our site at all.
Is Prime Day a good time to buy phones?
Across device categories, prices have increased due to supply chain disruptions. However, increased demand for AI is placing significant strain on high-performance memory, making RAM more expensive. As a result, manufacturers have increased the MSRP of smartphones, so if you find a model you want that’s discounted, it’s a good idea to get it.
What are the best October Prime Day deals so far?
ZDNET editors will be tracking October Prime Day deals before, during, and after the sale. Here are our favorite deals across categories now:
