Best smartphones under $600 – September 2025

If you want a phone that feels close to a flagship but do not want to go over $600, you now have several good options. At this price point, the difference from flagship models is small. You can get decent cameras, large screens with high refresh rates, fast processors, and sturdy build quality. This guide lists five of the best phones in this price range as of September 2025. Each phone was chosen for what makes it stand out, not just raw specs, but how it performs in daily use.

The Huawei Pura 70 series keeps Huawei phones alive, and it's a decent mid-range option. It comes with a 6.6-inch LTPO OLED display that supports a 120 Hz refresh rate. This makes scrolling feel smooth while still saving power through auto refresh rate adjustment.

This device comes with a 50 MP main camera, an ultra-wide lens, and a telephoto lens. The output images are sharp with accurate colors. For images in low-light environments, the device uses AI optimization to make them better. 

Under the hood, this device comes with the Kirin 9000S1 chip paired with 12 GB of RAM, which provides more than enough performance for apps, gaming, and video editing. Battery capacity is 4900 mAh, and it supports 66W fast charging through a cable. 

The reason it stands out is that the Pura 70 balances strong cameras, reliable performance, and solid build quality, all while staying under the $600 mark.

The Razr+ 2025 shows how far foldable phones have come, standing out as one of the few flip models in its range. When closed, it offers a large 4-inch external display that handles time, calls, and even select apps.

Once opened, the main 6.9-inch FlexView OLED unfolds with vivid colors, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and a refresh rate that can shift from 1 Hz up to 165 Hz for both smooth motion and power savings. Brightness peaks at 3000 nits, making outdoor use easy.

Inside, the phone runs on the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip paired with the Adreno 735 GPU. With 12 GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512 GB of fast UFS 4.0 storage, performance is more than enough for gaming, multitasking, and creative work. It comes with Android 14 and supports dual SIM through eSIM and nano SIM.

The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor with optical image stabilization, alongside a 50 MP telephoto camera for 2x zoom. On the front, a 32 MP camera handles selfies and video calls.

The battery is 4000 mAh, supported by 44W TurboPower fast charging and 15W wireless charging. The Razr+ 2025 is aimed at users who want both style and technology in one device.

The OnePlus 12R is built as a true workhorse, designed to deliver top-tier hardware at a more accessible price point. At its core is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip paired with the Adreno 740 GPU.

While not the very latest, it still ranks among the fastest processors available. Buyers can choose between 8 GB or 16 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, combined with up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, giving the phone plenty of room for multitasking, gaming, and heavy apps without slowdown.

Up front is a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a resolution of 2780×1264 pixels. It supports refresh rates between 1 Hz and 120 Hz, ensuring both smooth motion and energy efficiency. Peak brightness reaches 4500 nits, backed by 100% DCI-P3 color coverage and HDR.

On the camera side, the 12R is led by a 50 MP Sony IMX890 sensor with optical image stabilization, supported by an 8 MP ultra-wide lens and a 2 MP macro camera. A 16 MP front camera handles selfies and calls.

Battery life is one of its standout strengths. The 5500 mAh unit is larger than most in this class and supports 100W SuperVOOC charging, which can refill the phone in under half an hour.

The Fairphone 6 is a phone that eco friendly and is made to be fixed by you. The back slides off so you can swap parts and change the battery yourself. This means the phone is built to last for a very long time.

It has a 6.3-inch screen with a smooth 120 Hz view. It comes with a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 CPU coupled with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage, which is expandable.

The main camera is 50 MP, and there is a 13 MP wide camera for group shots. The 4415 mAh battery is removable, so you can easily put in a new one.

What makes it special is its promise of 5 5-year warranty and new software until 2033. They also sell every single part if you need to fix it. If you want a phone that is good for the earth and will not break easily, this is a top pick.

The Honor 400 is a mid-range phone that stands out for its camera. Its main feature is a huge 200 MP main lens. This allows for more detail, better zoom, and less blur in photos. It has a bright and sharp 6.55-inch AMOLED screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate.

The phone is powered by a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip, which is fast enough for games and apps. It has a large 5300 mAh battery that charges very fast with 66W power, so you spend less time plugged in. You can get it with 8 to 12 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of storage.

In short, if your top need is a great camera in this price range, the Honor 400 is a strong choice.