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The best Black Friday phone deals

by Ryan Houghton |
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Though Black Friday is over, there are still plenty of the very best Black Friday phone deals to discover - everything from Apple to Samsung and more, there's the perfect phone for anyone this year, so don't wait up, get yourself a last-minute deal before the holidays.

With gorgeous photography with ultra-HD screens, 120Hz refresh rates and instant response times, even the best budget smartphones of the year are simply incredible, making them the perfect Christmas gifts this year.

Black Friday phone deals of 2023: the best deals from across the web

Currys: Save up to £350 on smartphones

AO: Incredible contract deals on phones

John Lewis: Bargains over £200 on the latest smartphones

Appliances Direct: Save up to 28 per cent on iPhone and Android

Giffgaff: Discounts on new and refurbed smartphones

The best Black Friday deals come and go quickly, shoppers snap up deals left and right, and stocks begin to dwindle. We'll keep you up-to-date with the greatest last-minute Black Friday deals, so you'll never miss the year's best bargains.

The best Black Friday phone deals of 2023 at a glance:

Best Black Friday phone deal: Samsung GALAXY S23 - View at Amazon
Best Black Friday phone deal under £500: Google Pixel 7 - View at Amazon
Best Black Friday phone deal under £400: Samsung Galaxy A53 - View at laptops Direct
Best iPhone Black Friday phone deal: Apple iPhone 13 - View at Amazon

Please note: All prices are correct at the time of writing. Prices, stock and deals are subject to change without notice.

Huge saving

Samsung Galaxy S23
Price: £749.97
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Alternative retailers
Walmart$899.99View offer

At one of its lowest prices ever, this brand-new Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphone is currently a whopping 41 per cent off, and it's more worth it than ever.

One of the best phones on the market thanks to its powerful camera and gorgeous screen, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a next-level deal that is too good to pass on.

Perhaps one of the best Android phones of the year, this bargain of a phone is up for grabs, but this deal won't last long, get yours before the holiday season.

under £500

Google Pixel 7

Rrp: £784.78

Price: £298.98
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Alternative retailers
Newegg$595.00View offer

A truly sensational deal, the Google Pixel 7 is currently 27 per cent off this Black Friday, making this next-level phone even more worth it.

Where performance is concerned, the Google Pixel 7 offers plenty thanks to its 8GB of RAM, the ultra-powerful Google Tensor G2, and a 50 MP dual camera.

Gorgeously designed and remarkably powerful for the price, the Google Pixel 7 has plenty to offer budget buyers in need of a powerful phone deal this year.

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Under £330

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G 128GB 5G Mobile Phone - Awesome Blue
Price: £299 (was £399)

www.laptopsdirect.co.uk

Easily one of the best deals on the market right now, the Samsung Galaxy A53 smartphone is a true wonder of a deal that's simply too good to ignore right now, with a whopping £70 off. There's no denying just how good the Samsung A53 truly is. Packed with a 64MP quad camera, an eye-catching 6.5-inch screen and 6GB of RAM for unbeatable smoothness at its price, the Samsung Galaxy A53 has plenty to offer.

It's easily one of the best phones under £500 right now, and from such a reputable brand, it's a bargain.

OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite
Price: £249 (was £289)

www.appliancesdirect.co.uk

The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite - an ultra-sharp smartphone at a fraction of the price of competing brands is now even more affordable.

Save a brilliant £40 on the Nord CE 3 Lite, equipped with a 108MP triple camera, 120Hz refresh rate and 8GB of RAM, the perfect gift for gamers this year.

Save £300

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Price: £949 (was £1,249)

www.appliancesdirect.co.uk

Perhaps the ultimate smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a powerhouse of modern smart technology, and is not short on amazing features to completely dazzle you.

With an enormous £250 discount, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra with its 200MP camera is at a truly phenomenal price.

On Sale

Apple iPhone 13 (256 GB) - Green
Price: £539.99
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Discover the power of Apple's iPhone 13 this Black Friday Sale, and save £50 on this remarkable phone. With excellent smart photography, mighty performance and a powerful battery that lasts all day long, the iPhone 13 is the ultimate choice for Apple users on a budget this year.

Making the perfect gift for Apple lovers, the iPhone 13 is built to last thanks to its tough touchscreen and reliable performance. The iPhone 13 is one of the best iPhones on the market and is well worth investing in for Apple fans.

Ultra savings

Samsung Galaxy A14 4G 64GB black
Price: £365.00
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For a solid smartphone experience, you can't really do better than Samsung and the Galaxy A14 is perhaps one of the best on the market.

Equipped with a 50MP triple camera, and a full-HD touchscreen - the Samsung Galaxy A14 is perfect for those who are in dire need of a reliable phone - all without spending a fortune.

Nokia deal

Nokia C21 Plus Smartphone
Price: £233.00

There are few brands that are quite as reliable as Nokia, and with the C21 Plus smartphone - you've got a tough, mighty phone worth depending on.

With a whopping 13% discount, the Nokia C21 Plus smartphone is now more worth it than ever before - it truly is one of the best value phones on the market.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Price: £849 (was £1199)

www.appliancesdirect.co.uk

Discover the ultimate deal on Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip5, one of the best folding phones on the market right now. Amazingly slick and well-made this high-quality phone is now at a staggering £400 discount.

Amazing giffgaff deal

Motorola Razr 40
Price: £599 (was £799)

www.giffgaff.com

For the ultimate folding phone Black Friday deal, there are few deals better than the Motorola Razr 40, one of the best bargains from across the web.

Save a whopping £200 on this brand-new phone, complete with a folding screen, small rear display and a breathtaking 144Hz refresh rate screen.

iPhone 15
Price: £779 (was £839)

www.giffgaff.com

Apple iPhones are some of the most popular smartphones on the market, and the iPhone 15 is the newest iteration to join the iPhone roster.

Save an amazing £60 this Black Friday on the iPhone 15, equipped with the mighty A16 Bionic chip, this is one of Apple's most powerful phones to date.

Google Pixel 7a
Price: £349 (was £449)

www.giffgaff.com

Google's stellar budget phone is currently even cheaper with a £100 discount, the Google Pixel 7a is a remarkably brilliant phone for less than £350, and at its price, it's more worth it than ever before.

Save 25%

HONOR 70 Lite
Price: £339.00
Alternative retailers
Newegg$449.00View offer

For less than £150, the HONOR 70 Lite is a ferocious deal on an excellent smartphone, packed with a wonderful array of top-notch cameras, ultra-smooth browsing and massive storage - so there's plenty of space for a true photo album.

The shining star of the HONOR 70 Lite has to be the 50MP quad camera, which is a steal at its price.

Gaming phone deal

Nothing Phone (1)
Price: £299 (was £449)
Alternative retailers
Newegg$789.00View offer

The Nothing Phone (1) is an Amazon exclusive that is rocking the mobile gaming world with its truly amazing value. Undeniably, the Nothing Phone (1) is packed with truly remarkable specs absolutely worth sinking your teeth into - there's nothing quite like gaming with a 120Hz screen, 8GB of RAM and OLED technology all in one.

Incredible deal

Samsung Galaxy S22 5G Mobile Phone
Price: £499 (was £769)

www.very.co.uk

Smashing phone deal on the Samsung Galaxy S22 smartphone - this high-end Samsung smartphone is one of the best on the market, and now at 40% off, there's no denying it's a steal.

Snap yourself hundreds of photos with the S22's wonderful 50MP triple camera, and never miss a moment because of blur and poor quality.

iPhone deal

Save £50 on the amazing iPhone 14, a powerhouse of Apple technology that's more than worth its price of admission.

Delivering seamless performance, stunning photography and more - all in a gorgeously designed metal chassis. Apple's iPhones are the pinnacle of the smartphone market, you can't do much better.

Nokia bargain

Grab 43 per cent off the sensational Nokia X30 - the ultimate Android phone for unbeatable gaming, smooth browsing, and so much more.

13 per cent off

For less than £100, there's no better phone deal than Blackview's A53 - an impressive phone worth investing in at a fraction of the cost of competing smart technology on the market.

Honor deal

HONOR X6a Mobile Phone Unlocked
Price: £305.00
Alternative retailers
Newegg$365.00View offer

Discover the HONOR X6a, a bargain worth grabbing this Black Friday - you won't believe just how amazing this offer really is - huge storage, amazing photography and more, you can't beat it.

Save 23 per cent

This perfect 23 per cent price drop on the Motorola moto gives budget shoppers a great cheap option this Black Friday.

Less than £200

Samsung Galaxy M53 5G Mobile Phone
Price: £293.00
Alternative retailers
Walmart$304.34View offer
Newegg$318.26View offer

Save 28 per cent off the HONOR 90 Lite, truly one of the best budget phones on the market that's now cheaper than ever before - discover 100MP photography, seamless performance and more, all for under £180.

Excellent value

Xiaomi Redmi 12C Graphite phone
Price: £59 (was £79)

www.currys.co.uk

Xiaomi's Redmi range is great for those on a budget, and for less than £70 - you'd be surprised at just what this phone can do - discover the power of the Redmi 12C this Black Friday, and you won't regret Especially with 47% off. it.

Powerful discount

Google Pixel 7 Pro
Price: £529.99
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Walmart$1115.00View offer

Smooth, gorgeous and well-designed, the Google Pixel 7 Pro is currently 28% off this Black Friday, be prepared for some truly next-level performance from this smartphone with plenty of lenses and a huge 24-hour battery life.

Bargain price

Samsung Galaxy A34 5G Mobile Phone
Price: £505.00
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Alternative retailers
Walmart$510.75View offer

Save a whopping 30% off the Samsung Galaxy A34 - a mighty powerhouse budget phone that's now £150 off, now that's a Black Friday bargain.

Amazing Sony deal

Sony Xperia 10 V Black
Price: £789.00
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Save 32% off Sony's amazing Xperia 10 V, an incredible alternative to expensive flagship smartphones, all without sacrificing performance.

11% off The Note 11

 Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G - Smartphone 128GB
Price: £229.50

Xiaomi's mighty Redmi Note 11 is a mainstay of budget phone lists, and for Black Friday - it's cheaper than ever before. Perfect for gamers, social media browsing and quality photography, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 truly pushes the boundaries of just what a budget phone is capable of.

Incredible bargain

The cutting-edge Google Pixel 8 Pro is now £139 off in this last-minute sale, don't miss out.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12
Price: £156.99 (was £165)

Mindblowing value that's hard to come by, this Black Friday grab yourself a 120Hz gaming smartphone that's capable of handling anything you can throw at it - Xiaomi's Redmi Note 12 does it all, and at 41 per cent off- it's an undeniable bargain.

17% off OPPO

Get 17% off OPPO's Find X3 Lite, a fantastic phone for simple app browsing, gaming and light photography that's bound to entice budding creatives this Black Friday.

Will iPhones be cheaper on Black Friday?

In the UK, it's common for retailers to offer discounts on iPhones during Black Friday. Many stores participate in Black Friday sales, allowing consumers to find reduced prices on iPhones and other Apple products. It's advisable to keep an eye on deals from various retailers to secure the best price.

Note that Black Friday deals are pretty consistent throughout the month, so if you see a good Black Friday deal today, chances are that the price doesn't change for the 24th of November. Places like Amazon are running Black Friday deals for a week ahead of the 24th, so there's no reason to hand around if you see something you need.

When does the Black Friday Sale end?

The Black Friday sale officially began on Friday 24th November, but the deals didn't stop there. Continuing until Cyber Monday (that's Monday 27th November) and beyond with Christmas right around the corner, there's no end to the mind-blowing deals this Black Friday.

Where do I find the best Black Friday phone deals?

There are hundreds of deals online during the Black Friday sales period. Everything from phones to tablets and laptops is majorly discounted for the season.

For the very best deals, however, very few websites can truly contest with Amazon. Amazon's broad range of smartphone technology is perfect for bargain hunters looking for the ideal deal this Black Friday.

Do phone contracts have Black Friday deals?

Regarding phone contracts, mobile carriers in the UK often participate in Black Friday promotions. These deals can include discounted monthly plans, reduced upfront costs, or additional perks like free accessories or extended data allowances. Keep an eye on announcements from mobile carriers, visit their websites, or inquire in-store to find out about any Black Friday deals on phone contracts.

What's the best phone brand?

There's no one answer to this question. Apple, with its iPhone, is famed for seamlessly blending hardware and software, delivering a high-quality build, and boasting a robust ecosystem. iPhones stand out for stellar performance and advanced camera capabilities.

On the other hand, Samsung presents a diverse smartphone range, from the flagship Galaxy S series to innovative devices like the Galaxy Z Fold, emphasizing vibrant displays and feature-rich designs. Google's Pixel phones are celebrated for delivering a pure Android experience, timely software updates, and impressive camera quality integrated with Google services.

OnePlus offers high-end specifications at relatively affordable prices, appealing to tech enthusiasts. Despite geopolitical challenges, Huawei excels in producing high-quality smartphones, particularly recognized for their exceptional camera capabilities.

Xiaomi positions itself as a value-for-money brand, offering a variety of smartphones with competitive specifications at different price points. With its Xperia series, Sony caters to users seeking multimedia excellence, emphasizing audio and visual quality in their smartphones.

Any advice for finding the best Black Friday phone deals?

Consider what you're looking for: if you're looking for great performance, amazing photography and stunning visuals, you'll need a decent amount of money for the pleasure - especially if the smartphone you're looking for was released this year. Budget accordingly, and snap up a great deal at a moment's notice because once they're gone - they're gone.

Shopping for a good camera: The best phones of the year are equipped with 200 MP cameras, image sharpening and AI tweaking that give images almost visual perfection; many cameras in modern phones are brilliant - look for anything with a resolution of over 24 MP, and you should be golden.

Make sure there's plenty of storage: Storage is paramount for a phone - you might have a nice camera, but small storage will leave you stuck without a place to store your memories - make sure you've got at least 128GB of storage, and you'll thank us later.

How to get the best out of Black Friday deals?

Prepare by researching products and setting a budget for swift decision-making during Black Friday. Subscribe to retailer newsletters for early access to exclusive deals. Compare prices across platforms, use price tracking tools to assess discounts, and act promptly, as popular items sell out quickly. These strategies enhance your Black Friday shopping experience, ensuring you secure the best deals available.

Ryan Houghton is a commercial content writer for What’s The Best with a knack for gaming, smartphone, audio and television technology.When Ryan isn’t writing hands-on reviews of the latest smart technology, or scouring the internet for the best Prime Day, Black Friday, and Christmas deals – he fills his spare time reading fantasy novels or losing himself in the latest RPGs, preferably with an ale in hand.

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