Apple, Google, and Samsung have recently released new models in the midrange phone market, with Samsung's Galaxy A56 launching in 2025. The Pixel 10a, Google's latest budget handset, is designed to deliver the core Pixel 10 experience at a lower price. Meanwhile, Apple introduced the iPhone 17e, a more affordable alternative to the rest of its iPhone 17 series. However, there are distinct differences between these phones, with prices starting at $499 for the 128GB model and going up to $599 for the 256GB model. Google's Pixel also offers better value due to its more powerful hardware, larger battery, and high-quality display. The iPhone 17E runs on Apple's A19 chipset, the same one found in the base iPhone 17.