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We tested the best Android phones for students, and these are the top 6 picks you should consider
By Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
value pick Power through your course load this year with a new phone that stays in line with your student budget. Here are our picks for the best Android phones for anyone going back to school.

Motorola Edge 2025 vs. Google Pixel 9a: Not a fair fight
By Roydon Cerejo published
Versus The Motorola Edge 2025 features robust water resistance and a superb design, but is it worth $550 when the Pixel 9a sells for much less?

Samsung Galaxy A36 vs. Google Pixel 9a: A tough call
By Roydon Cerejo published
Versus The Samsung Galaxy A36 features some notable upgrades at a great price. But is it better value than the Pixel 9a? We take apart the specs of both phones to see if there's a clear answer.

Google Pixel 9a vs. iPhone 16e: Features or form factor?
By Brady Snyder published
Versus Google's new Pixel 9a keeps a sub-$500 price point and adds a ton of features, but how does it compare to the pricier iPhone 16e? Let's find out.

Google Pixel 9a vs. Nothing Phone 3a Pro: The sensible and enthusiast picks
By Brady Snyder published
Versus Google's new Pixel 9a might not have the flashy specs of the Nothing Phone 3a Pro, but it's a more reliable handset in North America.

How bad can this $100 Android phone be?
By Namerah Saud Fatmi published
Gadget Weekly I ventured off on a quest to find out just how bad — or good — could a filthy cheap phone like the NUU N1O be.

Samsung's Galaxy A16 5G comes to the US with a bigger screen and longer software support
By Brady Snyder published
Budget smartphone The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G will be available in the U.S. next week for $199 with a stellar value proposition.

Google Pixel 8a vs. Pixel 7a: There's a definitive winner
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Pixelate The Pixel 8a is now available, and it has exciting upgrades over the Pixel 7a that make it a magnificent choice.
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