The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (256GB) is currently available for $890 on Amazon, marking a significant drop of over $200 for a phone that's less than three months old. This represents a solid discount compared to previous prices.
However, the 2026 model does not introduce significant upgrades over its predecessor. It features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and slightly improved wireless charging speed (20W vs. 15W, although still lacking magnetic connections). Some flagship features are still notably absent, including a high-resolution telephoto camera sensor, 10-bit color display, and an IP69 rating, which is more for bragging rights.
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$210/$235 offRead our reviewIf you're considering an alternative, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ offers a similar experience at $700, which is $190 less than the S26+ for the 256GB model, and the price difference is even larger for the 512GB variant. The S26+ provides better battery life (16:25h Active Use Score vs. 14:26h), a more powerful new chipset, superior speakers, and minor camera upgrades. For a detailed comparison, refer to our Galaxy S25+ vs. Galaxy S26+ article.
Samsung Galaxy S25+
$300 offRead our reviewThere are two primary reasons to choose the standard Galaxy S model: the desire for a smaller phone or for a more budget-friendly option. The former remains valid, even with Samsung increasing the display size to 6.3 inches. The latter is also true, but only marginally, as there is only a $65 difference between the 512GB versions of the S26 and S26+.
Samsung Galaxy S26
$100 offRead our reviewNext up is the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, which received most of the upgrades this generation, including a unique Privacy Display. The $200 discount is noteworthy, particularly considering it has been less than three months since its launch, though the S26 Ultra remains one of the pricier models in the US market.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
$200 offRead our reviewIn addition, the Samsung Galaxy A37 received its first notable discount last week—$50 off. While this discount isn't substantial, it indicates a trend towards lower pricing. This week, the base model (6/128GB) is available for $75 off. However, the 8/256GB variant has remained at its original price and is the better option for long-term usability due to the additional RAM and storage. Alternatively, you might consider waiting for a deal on the Galaxy A57.
Samsung Galaxy A37
$75/$45 offRead our reviewMeanwhile, the Motorola Razr 2026 series is now available for pre-order, scheduled to start shipping on May 21 (Thursday). Here is a brief overview of each model, with more details to follow.
The Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 has not seen significant changes compared to last year's model, retaining the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. The battery capacity has increased slightly to 5,000mAh (+300mAh) and the display is now brighter at 5,000 nits (+500 nits), but overall, the upgrades are minor.
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 (pre-order)
coming May 21The Motorola Razr+ 2026 is another modest upgrade over the Razr+ 2024, featuring a larger battery (4,500mAh vs. 4,000mAh) and a new 50MP ultra-wide camera that is arguably more useful than the previous model's 2x/47mm telephoto. While the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset is impressive for a flagship killer, it may not meet expectations for a $1,100 phone.
Motorola Razr+ 2026 (pre-order)
coming May 21The Motorola Razr 2026 offers only slight improvements, adding a 300mAh increase to the battery (totaling 4,800mAh) along with a 50MP sensor for its ultra-wide camera (up from 13MP). However, the Dimensity 7450X provides only a minor modem upgrade over the existing 7400X, which itself was not substantially different from the 7300X.
Motorola Razr 2026 (pre-order)
coming May 21Finally, we present the best option among the current Razr offerings—the Motorola Razr Ultra 2025. It is priced lower than the three newly announced models, even the base variant, which has half the RAM and storage. The Ultra 2025 retains the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, all while being less than half the cost of the newer Ultra 2026. While units of the Ultra 2025 remain available at this price, the Ultra 2026 would be a tough investment.
