Cyber Monday Smartphone Deals in the US: Top Savings on OnePlus, Nothing, Pixel, and iPhones

We’ve already covered the best flagship and foldable offers available this Cyber Monday. Now, let’s explore some standout deals on slightly older flagships and reliable mid-range phones. Refurbished options are particularly appealing, giving you access to premium devices that may have been out of reach at launch, many just a few months old.

The OnePlus 15 has recently received FCC approval, but it’s not yet available—check back on Cyber Monday for updates. Meanwhile, its predecessor, the OnePlus 13, is worth considering. The base 12/256GB model is priced at $700, with the 16/512GB upgrade costing $800. Although it features a previous-generation Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip, the device remains highly capable, complemented by a sharp 6.82-inch 1440p+ LTPO OLED display.

The OnePlus 13’s triple 50MP rear cameras include a main sensor with a large 1/1.43” sensor and a 3x periscope zoom, arguably superior to what the OnePlus 15 offers. Powered by a 6,000mAh battery, it delivers solid endurance with an Active Use score of 15 hours 28 minutes, handling a full day on a charge—though it falls behind the 7,300mAh battery of the newer model.

For something different beyond Apple and Samsung, the Nothing Phone (3) offers a more affordable alternative at comparable storage configurations. It uses the Snapdragon 8s Gen 2, which is slightly below flagship level, paired with a 6.67-inch 1260p+ non-LTPO OLED display.

The Nothing Phone (3) also features three 50MP rear cameras, including a large 1/1.3” main sensor and a 3x periscope zoom. While its image quality doesn’t quite match the Hasselblad-branded OnePlus cameras, it remains a solid offering. Battery life is shorter at 12 hours 56 minutes Active Use, and charging speed is slower—63% in 30 minutes versus 95% for the OnePlus 13.

Both devices launched with Android 15 and currently run Android 16. Nothing promises one additional OS update (total of 5), whereas OnePlus guarantees four updates.

The Google Pixel 10 shares its chipset with the Pixel 10 Pro models. Unfortunately, it’s not among the best chipsets available. The 128GB Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro models use slower UFS 3.1 storage, so upgrading to at least 256GB is recommended to benefit from UFS 4.0 speeds and extra space. Battery life matches that of the Pixel 10 Pro.

The Pixel 10 has modest cameras: a 48MP main sensor (1/2.0”), a 10.8MP 5x telephoto, a 13MP ultra-wide, and a 10.5MP ultra-wide selfie camera.

For a detailed comparison, see our Pixel 10 vs. Pixel 10 Pro article, which contrasts the two 6.3-inch models.

iPhones retain their value longer than most smartphones and benefit from excellent support both from Apple and third parties. A year-old iPhone is still a strong device, regardless of previous ownership.

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, a generation behind the latest model, is significantly more affordable. For a full breakdown, check our iPhone 16 Pro Max vs. 17 Pro Max comparison. Key differences include a titanium frame replacing the scratch-prone aluminum and slightly faster charging—65% charge in 30 minutes compared to 46%—though battery life remains similar.

Camera-wise, the iPhone 16 Pro Max lacks the new telephoto upgrade. It offers a 12MP 5x telephoto lens versus the improved 48MP 4x lens on the iPhone 17 Pro Max. The newer model also features an enhanced 18MP multi-aspect selfie camera with a wider 20mm lens, compared to the 12MP 23mm lens on the 16 Pro Max.

The iPhone 15 Pro Max is even more affordable, especially as storage increases. For more details, see our in-depth iPhone 15 Pro Max vs. 16 Pro Max comparison and 15 Pro Max vs. 14 Pro Max article, ideal if you’re upgrading from an older model.

The iPhone 15 Pro Max has a smaller 6.7-inch display compared to the 6.9 inches on the 15 Pro Max and 16 Pro Max, and a lower resolution 12MP ultra-wide camera instead of 48MP. Telephoto and selfie cameras are comparable, and battery endurance is slightly shorter (16:01h vs. 17:18h Active Use).

For those who prefer a smaller phone, the iPhone 15 Pro offers a compact 6.1-inch screen but some differences like a shorter 3x telephoto lens instead of 5x on the Pro Max. See our detailed iPhone 15 Pro vs. 15 Pro Max comparison and iPhone 14 Pro vs. 15 Pro article for more insights.

We recommend opting for either the 128GB base model or at least the 512GB variant due to the minimal price gap between 256GB and 512GB. With some patience, the 1TB model may also become more affordable, nearing $700.

The iPhone 16e, released just months ago, has begun appearing refurbished. It features the newer Apple A18 chipset, outperforming the A17 Pro found in the 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max. However, its single 48MP rear camera sensor is modest in size (1/2.55”). With a 6.1-inch display and weighing only 167g, it’s a compelling choice for a secondary device.