Buying Guide

Mobile Phones Under $500

Shop mobile phones under $500 on As-Mart. Compare the best budget smartphones by camera, battery and performance.

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Last Updated
2026-02-28
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Guide Overview

Mobile Phones Under $500 – Best Budget Smartphones

Find the best smartphones under $500. Great value options with strong performance and modern features.

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Buying Notes

Practical advice, key features, and important points to consider before buying.

Budget phones now offer AMOLED displays, 5G connectivity, and large batteries at affordable prices.

Mobile Phones Under $500

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about this product category.

Yes, many offer strong performance and modern features.

Many mid-range phones include capable cameras.

Yes, several budget phones support 5G.

6GB to 8GB is good for everyday use.

Light to moderate gaming works well on mid-range chipsets.

Comparison Table

Image Model ASIN Brand Price Off Reviews Action
Samsung Galaxy A16 4G Dual SIM (128GB, Black) International Model – 6.7" 90Hz AMOLED, 50MP Camera (2025) Samsung Galaxy A16 4G Dual SIM (128GB, Black) International Model – 6.7" 90Hz AMOLED, 50MP Camera (2025)
4.4 (1078)
B0DNRFGBQ4 Samsung $129.99
$149.99 		-13% 1078
Details Amazon
Google Pixel 4a – Unlocked Android Smartphone – 128 GB Storage – Up to 24 Hour Battery – Just Black Google Pixel 4a – Unlocked Android Smartphone – 128 GB Storage – Up to 24 Hour Battery – Just Black
4.4 (9929)
B08CFSZLQ4 Google $500
$500 		— 9929
Details Amazon
Google Pixel 9a with Gemini (128GB) – Unlocked Android Smartphone, Obsidian Google Pixel 9a with Gemini (128GB) – Unlocked Android Smartphone, Obsidian
4.4 (945)
B0DVHV7X53 Google $399
$499 		-20% 945
Details Amazon
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (128GB, Awesome Black) Unlocked Android Smartphone – US Version (2025) Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (128GB, Awesome Black) Unlocked Android Smartphone – US Version (2025)
4.3 (505)
B0DXHPNPYX Samsung $298
$399.99 		-25% 505
Details Amazon
ONEPLUS 7T HD1907, 8GB RAM + 128GB Memory, GSM 4G LTE Factory Unlocked, US Model (Glacier Blue) ONEPLUS 7T HD1907, 8GB RAM + 128GB Memory, GSM 4G LTE Factory Unlocked, US Model (Glacier Blue)
4.3 (320)
B08F6PCFML — $199.99
$199.99 		— 320
Details Amazon
Apple iPhone 12 (64GB, Green) [Locked] + Carrier Subscription Apple iPhone 12 (64GB, Green) [Locked] + Carrier Subscription
4.2 (466)
B08L5RZTTK Apple $313.7
$599 		-48% 466
Details Amazon
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Unlocked Android Smartphone (US Version, 2025, Blue Black) Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Unlocked Android Smartphone (US Version, 2025, Blue Black)
4.2 (2840)
B0D1HNWHRF Samsung $174.99
$199.99 		-13% 2840
Details Amazon
Apple iPhone 12 Pro (128GB, Graphite) – Locked Carrier Subscription Apple iPhone 12 Pro (128GB, Graphite) – Locked Carrier Subscription
4.2 (629)
B08L5PTDTK Apple $320.8
$320.8 		— 629
Details Amazon
OnePlus 10 Pro | 5G Android Smartphone | 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage | U.S. Unlocked | Hasselblad Triple Camera (Volcanic Black) OnePlus 10 Pro | 5G Android Smartphone | 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage | U.S. Unlocked | Hasselblad Triple Camera (Volcanic Black)
4.2 (1741)
B09S8BV4D9 OnePlus $319.99
— 		— 1741
Details Amazon
Apple iPhone 8 (256GB, Space Gray) – Locked Carrier Subscription Apple iPhone 8 (256GB, Space Gray) – Locked Carrier Subscription
4.1 (6)
B07VSWBVJB Apple $188.97
$188.97 		— 6
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