The best cheap AT&T phone deals for July 2021

Are you on the hunt for a great deal on a new AT&T smartphone? Are you thinking of switching to AT&T or already an AT&T customer? Good news: As one of the “big three” U.S. cellular service providers, AT&T always has some of the hottest smartphone deals available anywhere. With AT&T 5G coverage continuing its nationwide rollout, now’s a great time to grab a new mobile built for this growing network. To save you the trouble sorting through everything, though, we’ve already done the work to bring you the best cheap AT&T phone deals on tap right now, so keep reading. Your new digital companion is waiting for you right here:

Best AT&T phone deals

• LG K92 5G (AT&T) — $150, was $395
• Motorola One 5G — $300, was $445
• LG G8X ThinQ (AT&T) — $380, was $780
• Galaxy Note 20 5G 128GB — $450, was $1,000
• Microsoft Surface Duo 256GB (AT&T) — $539, was $1,400
• Google Pixel 4a 5G (AT&T) — Save up to $200 with trade-in, was $525
• LG Wing (AT&T) — Up to $700 back with trade-in

Google Pixel 4a 5G (AT&T)

Save up to $200 with trade-in

Google just released a 5G-capable version of its Pixel 4a phone, which might be the best value to be had right now if you're after a brand-name 5G handset. More Less

Buy at AT&T

WITH ELIGIBLE TRADE-IN

Galaxy Note 20 5G 128GB

$450 $1,000

The stunning Galaxy Note 20 is up for order, and AT&T is offering it with a very tidy bill credit rebate for customers with an eligible trade-in. More Less

Buy at Samsung

OR FREE WITH TRADE-IN

Samsung Galaxy A71 5G

$150 $600

5G is already coming to cheap phones, and devices like the Galaxy A71 are leading the charge. If you want to try 5G on a budget, you can grab the A71 for a discount or even for free with a trade-in. More Less

Buy at AT&T

WITH UNLIMITED PLAN

LG Wing (AT&T)

Up to $700 back with trade-in

Even with the return of the flip phone, the new LG Wing might still win the award for the most unique device of 2020. But with solid hardware and 5G, this dual-screen "Swivel phone" is no gimmick. More Less

Buy at AT&T

OR FREE WITH TRADE-IN

LG K92 5G (AT&T)

$150 $395

LG doesn't get as much attention in the Android world as Samsung and Google, but the LG K92 is a sleeper hit if you're after a mid-range flagship alternative with some flagship-like features. More Less

Buy at AT&T

WITH ELIGIBLE TRADE-IN

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (AT&T)

Up to $800 off

If you want Samsung's latest flagship and have a device you want to trade in, AT&T is offering up to $800 back on the new Galaxy S21 5G. More Less

Buy at AT&T

WITH ACTIVATION

LG G8X ThinQ (AT&T)

$380 $780

If you can do without the dual-screen case (which some might feel is an unnecessary gimmick), AT&T has a solid sign-up discount on the new LG G8X ThinQ flagship. More Less

Buy at Best Buy

Microsoft Surface Duo 256GB (AT&T)

$539 $1,400

If you're an AT&T customer (or you're thinking of switching to this carrier), this is the best price we've seen on the unique Microsoft Surface Duo dual-screen smartphone. More Less

Buy at Buydig.com

WITH UNLIMITED PLAN

Motorola One 5G

$300 $445

5G connectivity is no longer exclusive to premium phones, and the the new Motorola One is a great alternative to expensive flagships if you can take advantage of 5G in your area. More Less

Buy at AT&T

$15.55/MONTH

Google Pixel 4 XL 64GB (AT&T)

Save $400 with activation

Activate a new line with AT&T on a qualifying plan and score the excellent Google Pixel 4 XL for less than you might expect for a flagship device. More Less

Buy at Best Buy

Samsung Galaxy Note 9, 128GB (Amazon Renewed)

$298 $598

If you like bigger devices and are OK with saving tons of money by buying last-gen, the 2018 Galaxy Note 9 is a fine pick. This is Amazon Renewed, backed by a warranty, and unlocked for AT&T. More Less

Buy at Amazon

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G (AT&T)

Up to $800 back with trade-in

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a premium flagship, offering a nearly bezel-less 6.8-inch 120Hz AMOLED touchscreen. It's pricey, but this trade-in deal can reduce the hit to your wallet. More Less

Buy at AT&T

WITH NEW LINE

Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G (AT&T)

$700 $1,200

Sign on with an eligible AT&T plan and score our favorite S20 device, the Galaxy S20+, for a huge discount. More Less

Buy at Best Buy

How to choose a new phone

Shopping for a new smartphone can be exciting (especially if it’s been awhile since you’ve enjoyed the feeling of a new phone in your hands), but given the number of devices and brands on the market in 2020, it can quickly turn into a headache. If you’re trying to choose a new mobile handset but find yourself suffering from decision paralysis, it’s necessary to narrow things down a bit. The first step is deciding how much you are willing to spend.

Smartphones run the gamut in terms of pricing, from super-cheap no-frills devices to cutting-edge handsets with super-high-resolution displays, advanced camera modules, and 5G network connectivity. If you’re on a really tight budget, these AT&T phone deals can even get you a free device with certain unlimited plans if you’re willing to opt for something older like the 2016 iPhone SE. On the other hand, the latest flagships will set you back closer to $1,000 — if you can’t score a discount, that is.

Next, determine which software ecosystem you want. If you’ve already got your heart set on iOS, that narrows things down as of course there is only one company making iPhones — Apple. If you prefer Android, however, you’ve got quite a few more options: LG, Google, and Samsung are the biggest makers that spring to mind (although we’d be remiss if we failed to mention the numerous “flagship alternative” brands like Motorola, OnePlus, and TCL, to name just a few). Android and iOS are so similar in 2020 that this choice will likely come down to which one most people in your social circle use, as well as what other devices, such as iPads, that you own.

Using the same OS as your friends and family means that you can enjoy app commonality (for instance, iPhone users get to take advantage of all the features of iMessage and FaceTime). If your social network is evenly split between iOS and Android users, then just pick whichever you personally prefer; if you truly have no preference here, just spring for the best phone you can get that meets your budget. Chances are that it will be an Android device as these are generally a better value overall. That said, AT&T phone deals and newer devices like the 2020 iPhone SE also offer a lot of value for iOS fans who are on a budget.

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