Are you looking for a smartphone to give – or to give yourself – this Christmas? Here is a selection of Android models at reasonable prices to please your family or friends without compromising on quality.
Now an indispensable companion in our daily lives, the smartphone has become one of the most popular gifts, all generations combined. And if it is appreciated on any occasion (birthday, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduation, etc.), it is undoubtedly during the end-of-year celebrations and in particular at Christmas that it is given the most . However, not everyone has the means to buy a premium model like an iPhone 16 or a Galaxy S24, with Apple, Samsung and others charging particularly high prices for their high-end products – more than 100 euros, which represents a significant amount.
Also, to allow everyone to please without breaking the bank, we have selected several much less expensive models. Less luxurious smartphones, certainly, but modern and perfectly functional, which do not lack qualities, including in photography. Enough to give you some ideas if you haven’t yet done all your shopping for the holidays!
Smartphones for less than 100 euros
Xiaomi Redmi A3
Xiaomi is one of the specialists in entry-level smartphones. And for ultra-tight budgets, the Chinese offers its Redmi A3. This 4G model is based on a 6.71-inch Oled screen (even at this price), 3 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage space (which can be increased to 1 TB using ‘a microSD card For the price, it’s hard to find better.
Motorola e14
Cheap does not necessarily mean ugly. And Motorola has understood this well by adapting the design of the models of its flagship Edge range to its e series, the most affordable in its catalog. We thus benefit from a very successful trendy look which serves a 6.56 inch screen (LCD). Under the hood, the small UNISOC T606 processor and its 8 cores is supported by 2 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage space. Rest assured, the device runs on Android 14 GB, a lighter version of the Google system.
Smartphones for less than 200 euros
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 5G
Large 6.67-inch Amoled screen, comfortable 108 Mpx photo sensor, solid 5000 mAh battery and 33 W fast charging (the charger is even provided in the box, which is rare these days!), this Xiaomi smartphone presents a very convincing technical sheet for a very affordable price. An ideal mobile for tight budgets without sacrificing comfort and endurance.
Motorola g54
The g54 seduces with its modern and successful look which manages to stand out from the crowd. Mid-range mobile from Motorola, available in three colors, it has a successful 6.5-inch LCD screen and a powerful processor for the price and sufficient storage space of 256 GB. We appreciate also the 5000 mAh battery capable of lasting more than a day without flinching.
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
The manufacturing quality of this Galaxy A15 (5G) remains the major argument of this model. Samsung has created a well-finished smartphone that would not have much difficulty passing for a much more expensive model. We also benefit from a beautiful Amoled screen that is pleasant on a daily basis. Only its processor would have deserved more attention.
Smartphones for less than 300 euros
Poco X6 Pro 5G
For those looking for power without spending a fortune, the Poco X6 Pro (Poco is a Xiaomi brand) represents an interesting option. It has a MediaTek chip powerful enough to run most games in good conditions, a beautiful Amoled screen, a solid photo shutter and a battery that charges in the blink of an eye (or almost).
Samsung Galaxy A35
The Galaxy A35 is one of the South Korean giant’s best-sellers. And we understand why since it suffers from almost no defects for a very attractive price. We appreciate its design and manufacturing quality worthy of high-end models, its beautiful Amoled screen and its very acceptable performance. An attractive model.
Honor Magic6 Lite
For less than 300 euros, Honor pulls out all the stops with the Magic6 Lite. On the program is a large 6.78-inch Oled screen, 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage space, a fairly exceptional quantity at this price. Add to that a generous battery for significant autonomy and you get a durable and comfortable smartphone.
Smartphones for less than 400 euros
Samsung Galaxy A55
It is the South Korean giant’s bestseller. The Galaxy remains a benchmark among the models that offer the best value for money. It has an elegant design, a processor fast enough for all daily activities and a balanced photo component. Above all, its price remains accessible. A smartphone built to last with exemplary update tracking.
Honor 200
Want to learn about portrait photography like the Parisian studio Harcourt? This is exactly what the Honor 200 offers. The Chinese brand has worked in close collaboration with the studio to create not only the filters but also the optics of its device. This results in very neat images. This mobile also has an elegant design and very good performance.
Motorola Edge 50 Fusion
This is the most interesting model in Motorola’s Edge 50 family. It benefits from a design that is both original and elegant and will not leave you indifferent. It has a beautiful curved Oled screen (which is rare), a very satisfactory photo shutter, a solid battery and very fast charging.
Oppo Reno 12 FS 5G
The Chinese Oppo has set down its suitcases in France after a year of absence and its catalog is starting to expand. Apart from the brand new premium Find X8 Pro model released at the end of November, the brand also offers its Reno 12 FS, a successful mid-range model which also allows you to learn about artificial intelligence tools.
Smartphones for less than 500 euros
Google Pixel 8a
It is the most affordable recent mobile in the Pixel family. The 8a will satisfy demanding photographers with Google’s know-how in mastering image processing algorithms. A very well-made little gem which, what’s more, benefits from seven years of tracking software updates and security patches.
OnePlus Nord 4
With its all-metal case, this Nord 4 looks great. We also appreciate its beautiful Oled screen, its competent photo modules, its generous battery for very solid autonomy and its ultra-fast 100W charging. An enduring and adventurous smartphone that knows how to remain elegant.
You will have understood: even if the iPhone 16 and other Galaxy S24s are a dream, there is no need to spend a fortune to offer (or treat yourself to) a good smartphone at Christmas.