Back-to-school phone sales 2024 — epic deals on Samsung, Pixel, and more

Samsung Galaxy A35 5G: $399.99 $324.99 at Best Buy

The Galaxy A35 5G ranks among the best Android phones for students because it balances smooth performance with a large display and loads of battery life. Thanks to the IP67 water and dust resistant rating, it's also ready to withstand even the most active student lifestyles. Grab the A35 from Best Buy today and you'll save $75 on your purchase, which is the biggest discount that the unlocked phone has ever received. 

Moto G Stylus 5G (2024): $294.99 $2.99/month with new line at AT&T

With its 6.7-inch 120Hz display, Snapdragon chipset, and built-in stylus, the Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) is performing at a much higher level than its price tag may indicate. If you want to save even more, add an eligible line to your AT&T service and you'll get the phone for a mere $2.99/month. That's cheaper than the price of a caramel latte (which just so happens to be the name of this model's color variety). 

Google Pixel 8 Pro: $999 $559, plus six months free with any six-month plan at Mint Mobile

If you don't mind using last year's flagship, this bundle deal from Mint Mobile is a great way to get cheap wireless and a great new phone at the same time. Pair the purchase of the Google Pixel 8 Pro with any six-month data plan at Mint Mobile and the T-Mobile-owned MVNO carrier will hook you up with a $440 discount AND six additional months of wireless for free. 

Google Pixel 9 Pro: $999.99, plus free $200 gift card at Amazon

Preorder the new Google Pixel 9 Pro ahead of its September 4th release date and Amazon will give you a free $200 gift card, no strings attached. That amount of cash could get you quite a few school supplies! 

Motorola Razr Plus (2024): $999.99 $899.99 at Best Buy

The Razr Plus (2024) is easily one of the best foldable phones to drop this year, with two vibrant displays, a capable Snapdragon chipset, and a durable clamshell hinge that's truly a pleasure to use. Best Buy is currently dropping a straight $100 off the flip phone when you buy unlocked, or you can save $200 when you activate today. The retailer will also hook you up with a free month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. 

OnePlus Nord N30 5G: $299.99 $249.99 at Amazon

When it comes to phones under $300, the OnePlus Nord N30 5G is pretty tough to beat. This student-friendly device features a long-lasting 5,050mAh battery with a 120Hz display and expandable storage. It even has a 3.5mm headphone jack, which might be worth the price of entry alone. Grab the N30 unlocked from Amazon and you'll get a nice $50 off your purchase, making the cheap phone even cheaper. 

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: $1,899.99 $30/month with eligible trade-in and new line at Verizon

The new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is powerful, feature-packed, and innovative, but it's also very, very expensive.  Fortunately, Verizon is willing to lessen the financial blow by offering up to $819.99 off when you send in any old or broken phone and add a line with the Unlimited Ultimate plan.