# Are Cheap Android Phones Really Worse Than Expensive Models?

> Launched in 2017 at a price point of $1000, the iPhone X unlocked a new tier of smartphones — reserved for the highest-end ultra-flagships.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1921643/are-cheap-android-phones-worse-than-expensive/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6888c1535ff616c8f15514f1)
- **Published:** 2025-07-29
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #smartphones #foldable #iphone #galaxy #expensive #android #cheap #models
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