Best Buy just released its first batch of Black Friday deals, and the Android discounts are scary good - see my TOP 10 picks

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Black Friday is still weeks away, but Best Buy is giving us an early look at the sale with its first batch of "DoorBOOster" deals. Yes, whoever named it that is clearly smoking something, but I have to admit: the Android deals on display (so far) are no laughing matter.

I'm talking about deals like 60% off the Acer Chromebook 315, or this offer that slashes an outstanding $350 off the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. Many of these deals expire on Sunday, so don't dilly-dally if you're hoping to score some spooky savings ASAP. If you do miss this weekend's deals, fear not: Best Buy will be dropping new discounts every week as approach the big sale weekend, and I'll continue to share all of the best offers in this guide as they go live.

Early Black Friday quick links

Best Buy: up to 60% off Chromebooks, Android phones, and more
Amazon: early discounts on headphones, smart home tech
Walmart: early price drops on ASUS laptops, locked phones
Samsung: new Galaxy XR headset, trade-in opportunities
Verizon: free phones with new line, trade-in
T-Mobile: free Galaxy phones, $300 back w/ 5G Home Internet
Mint Mobile: 50% off Pixel 10, BOGO Unlimited plans
AT&T: get a free Z Flip 7 with trade-in, new line

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Early Black Friday deals at Best Buy

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 256GB: $1,299.99 $949.99 at Best Buy

The Galaxy S25 Ultra continues Samsung's legacy of producing some of the most powerful smartphones on the market. The phone is powered by the legendary Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and boasts an incredible display with 12GB of RAM and all of the latest AI features. The phone is also pretty expensive, but buy the S25 Ultra unlocked from Best Buy and you'll score a sweet $350 off your purchase. <a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra-review">Android Central rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2

OnePlus 13 512GB: $999.99 From $749.99 at Best Buy

The 'nearly perfect' OnePlus 13 is our top pick for the <a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/best-android-phones">best Android phone of the year, balancing premium hardware with a gorgeous display and a rugged IP69 water/dust resistance rating. Grab the 512GB version from Best Buy during its early Black Friday sale and you'll get a straight $150 off your purchase. Activate through Verizon or AT&T and your discount will jump to $250!<a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/oneplus-13-review">Android Central rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Motorola Razr Ultra (2025) 512GB: $1,299.99 From $999.99 at Best Buy

Step aside, Samsung: I think Motorola may have dropped the <a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/best-flip-phones">best flip phone of 2025. Currently $300 off with activation during Best Buy's spooky-themed sale event, the Motorola Razr Ultra (2025) is a supremely stylish foldable with two stunning pOLED displays, the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and a ton of handy AI features to boot. <a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/motorola/motorola-razr-ultra-2025-review">Android Central rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2

Motorola Razr (2024) 256GB: $699.99 $349.99 at Best Buy

Speaking of flip phones, you can also buy the <a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/motorola-razr-2024-review">Motorola Razr (2024) from Best Buy and land a ridiculous 50% off your purchase. This last-gen Razr is still a solid pick in 2025, boasting two vibrant displays, flagship-level camera tech, and an all-day battery. <a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/motorola-razr-2024-review">Android Central rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) 256GB: $399.99 From $99.99 at Best Buy

The Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) may be a last-gen device, but it continues to impress users with its spacious 6.7-inch 120Hz display, efficient Snapdragon chipset, and useful embedded stylus. Buy the phone and activate with Verizon or AT&T and you'll only pay 100 bucks out the door. Skip the activation and you're still looking at a 50% no-strings discount. <a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/moto-g-stylus-5g-2024-review">Android Central rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2

Black Friday FAQ

A vibrant astronaut wallpaper from the Backdrops app on the lockscreen of a Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — (Image credit: Nicholas Sutrich / Android Central)

When is Black Friday 2025?

Black Friday is traditionally the day after Thanksgiving in the United States, which means the sale falls on November 28th this year. Cyber Monday occurs a few days later, on December 1st, and you can expect that entire weekend to be full of great deals on tech and other products. Of course, many retailers will be running early deals in preparation for the event, so I'm hard at work gathering all of the best discounts for Android users so you don't miss anything.

Should I wait until Black Friday to shop for new tech?

It's up to you! While Black Friday weekend generally showcases some of the best deals of the year, it's not unusual for retailers like Best Buy and Amazon to drop a small selection of their discounts early (such as the offerings detailed above). It's always nice to get your holiday shopping done early, but if you have the time, it'll be worth keeping an eye on our site to see the latest Android deals as they go live.

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After almost a decade of working in the e-commerce space, Patrick Farmer (he/him) began his career at Android Central as a Deals and Commerce Writer before moving into a new role as AC's eCommerce Editor in 2023. When he's not hunting down the best deals and offering shopping advice for our readers, you'll often find him listening to music, camping out at a brewery, or treating his cat like a human child.

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