Attention, Apple fans! The cheapest iPhone in the Argentine market has just suffered an unexpected price drop. It’s the iPhone SE 3, Apple’s entry-level model, now available at a price that tempts many to switch brands. But watch out, Samsung and Motorola are not far behind and have also adjusted their prices. Which one is the better deal?
The iPhone SE 3, with its 4.7-inch Retina HD display, A15 Bionic chip (the same as the iPhone 13), 12 MP camera with Night mode, and all-day battery, has dropped to $1,299,999 in interest-free installments of up to 12 months. Yes, you read that right: less than 1.3 million pesos! In some chains like Frávega or Musimundo, they even offer an additional 10% discount if you pay by bank transfer. This makes it a tempting option for those who want to enter the Apple ecosystem without spending a fortune.
But it’s not all about Apple. Samsung, the Korean giant, has also made its move. The Galaxy A54 5G, with a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display, 5000 mAh battery, four rear cameras (a 50 MP main), and Exynos 1380 processor, is priced at $849,999 in fixed installments. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S23 FE, with a 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, triple camera (50 MP + 12 MP + 8 MP), and 4500 mAh battery, is around $1,599,999. Samsung offers plans of up to 18 interest-free installments on its online store.
Motorola, for its part, is not far behind. The Moto G84 5G, with a 6.5-inch pOLED display, 5000 mAh battery, 50 MP main camera with OIS, and Snapdragon 695 processor, is at $599,999. An unbeatable price for those looking for performance without overspending. And if you want something more powerful, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, with a 6.55-inch OLED display, 5000 mAh battery, and 50 MP + 13 MP camera, is available from $899,999 in interest-free installments.
Xiaomi also plays strong: the Redmi Note 12 Pro, with a 6.67-inch AMOLED display, 5000 mAh battery, 50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP camera, and Dimensity 1080 processor, is at $699,999. And the Xiaomi 13 Lite, with a 6.55-inch AMOLED display, triple camera (50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP), and Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processor, is priced at $1,199,999.
How to finance them? Most stores offer fixed interest-free installments with credit cards from banks like Galicia, Santander, BBVA, or Nación. There are also options of up to 18 installments in some cases. If you prefer to pay in cash, many stores offer discounts of up to 15%.
In short, the iPhone SE 3 is today the cheapest Apple phone, but if you don’t care about the brand, the Moto G84 5G is a beast in terms of price-quality. Which one will you buy?
Updated Price Comparison
If you are thinking about buying a new phone, these are the most sought-after models. All with 12 interest-free installments:
- Samsung Galaxy A55 – From $450,000 in 12 interest-free installments (VAFTS9-E4CH)
- Motorola Edge 50 Fusion – From $520,000 in 12 interest-free installments (VAFTS9-HVNV)
- Xiaomi Redmi Note – From $350,000 in 12 interest-free installments (VAFTS9-WF9A)
Approximate prices. 12 interest-free installments subject to each seller. Look for the codes on Mercado Libre.
¡Me compré el iPhone SE 3 con esta baja de precio! Llegó impecable y vuela. Recomendadisimo para el que quiera Apple sin gastar una locura.
¡Increíble! Compré el iPhone SE 3 a este precio y me llegó impecable. Vuela y la batería me dura todo el día. Lo recontra recomiendo para el que quiera un Apple sin gastar fortuna.