The iPhone Air is thin but expensive; what are some alternatives?

Here are 4 great alternatives to the iPhone Air that can save you tens of millions of Vietnamese dong.

Apple has created a masterpiece of engineering with the ultra-thin 5.6mm iPhone Air, but the $999 starting price and some compromises on battery and camera have left many people hesitant. If you love a slim and lightweight phone but are wary of the iPhone Air's price, there are still many other attractive options on the 2025 smartphone market.

Besides the iPhone Air, what other ultra-thin smartphones are worth buying in 2025?

The iPhone Air impresses with its titanium frame, powerful A19 Pro chip, and top-notch ProMotion OLED display. However, to achieve record-breaking thinness, users must accept about an hour less battery life than the iPhone 17 Pro and the absence of an ultrawide camera and a telephoto camera.

Apple's newly launched ultra-slim iPhone Air

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If those trade-offs at the thousand-dollar price point are a barrier for you, try exploring these four excellent alternatives that offer both slim and lightweight designs at more affordable prices.

iPhone 17: A 'safe' choice within the ecosystem.

If you don't want to leave the Apple ecosystem, the iPhone 17 is the most logical alternative. Although not as thin as the Air (7.95 mm), it still boasts valuable upgrades for 2025.

The standout features of the iPhone 17 include a 120Hz ProMotion display, a powerful A19 chip, a larger battery, faster charging, and dual speakers. Most importantly, it adds an ultra-wide-angle camera, increasing versatility when taking photos.

The iPhone 17 is a promising alternative to the iPhone Air, with a solid ecosystem.

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With the advantages mentioned above, and a lower starting price of $799 (256GB version), you've saved about $200 compared to the iPhone Air.

Galaxy S25 Edge: The ultra-thin rival from the Android world .

If the top priority is ultra-thinness, the Galaxy S25 Edge is a name you can't ignore. With a thickness of only 5.8 mm and a titanium frame, it's the most worthy competitor to the iPhone Air in terms of design.

Samsung's formidable rival boasts a 120Hz LTPO OLED display, a high-performance Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, up to 12GB of RAM, and Wi-Fi 7 support. Despite its high list price, promotional offers may allow you to own the device for as little as $700.

However, there's still a point to consider: similar to the iPhone Air, the S25 Edge also had to sacrifice a telephoto camera to maintain its slim profile.

iPhone Air's rival, the S25 Edge.

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Motorola Razr (2025): Unique foldable design, good price.

If you want a phone that stands out like the iPhone Air but in a completely different way, then the Razr (2025) from Motorola is the answer. Its unique clamshell design and competitive price are its highlights.

The Razr has a list retail price of $700, but is often discounted to $600. It boasts a stylish foldable design, good build quality, and impressive battery life. Both the main and secondary screens offer excellent display quality.

Motorola Razr with its unique folding design.

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However, the device will have the drawback of using a mid-range MediaTek chip, so its performance will not be able to match top-of-the-line flagships, and it may experience lag when playing demanding games.

Samsung Galaxy S25: The perfect balance between price and features.

The Galaxy S25 is Samsung's most compact and affordable flagship phone of 2025. Despite being 7.2 mm thick, it's lighter than the iPhone Air thanks to its aluminum frame. Equipped with a powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, a stunning 120 Hz LTPO OLED display, and a highly versatile triple-camera system, it surpasses the single camera on the iPhone Air. It also supports wireless charging and reverse wireless charging.

With a starting price of $800, the Galaxy S25 offers one of the most comprehensive feature sets in its segment.

The Galaxy S25 is considered the most comprehensive option in its segment.

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Conclusion

The iPhone Air is an impressive product, but it's not the only option. Depending on your priorities—whether it's ecosystem, slimness, uniqueness, or a balance of features—the market always offers excellent alternatives at much more reasonable prices.

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