The good deals are already starting in 2025 with the winter sales! Until February 4, e-retailers are offering a number of high-tech products at discounts, with smartphones in the lead as always. If the idea of changing has crossed your mind, here is our regularly updated guide to the best offers.
And here we go again! Retailers are back at it again with the winter sales which take place from January 8 to February 4. Even though this promotional event is unlikely to have the same success as Black Friday, the end-of-year holidays having just passed, we can still find more interesting promotions there. And for good reason, sales are the only period when merchants can sell at a loss. With a little luck, your next smartphone awaits you at a knockdown price in this selection.
The best smartphone offers for the 2025 winter sales
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Neither more nor less than the king of smartphones, but it could soon give way to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra which should be marketed on February 7, just after the sales. In the meantime, the S24 Ultra is on sale and this is the best time to get your hands on this magnificent AMOLED screen, this processor with enormous power and a One UI interface that is still at the top with seven years of software support!
The strong points of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Quite simply the best screen on the market
- The enormous power of its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- An ultra-versatile camera with two telephoto lenses
Instead of 1,469 euros, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (256 GB) is now available on sale at 1,101 euros on Fnac for Fnac+ members.
Apple iPhone 16
With its latest smartphone, Apple is further reducing the gap between the iPhone and the iPhone Pro. The iPhone 16 thus accommodates an Action button and a new A18 chip, however, it still retains a 60 Hz screen. For people attached to the iOS ecosystem and the compact format, the iPhone 16 is the best choice, especially since he loses almost 200 euros during the sales.
The strong points of the Apple iPhone 16
- The arrival of the Action button, which appeared on the iPhone 15 Pro
- The impressive performance of its A18 chip
- The arrival of Apple Intelligence later this year
Instead of 969 euros, the Apple iPhone 16 (128 GB) is now available on sale for 799 euros on Cdiscount thanks to a redemption bonus of 100 euros.
Still on the Apple brand side, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (512 GB) is also on sale at a rarely seen price. Instead of 1,649 euros, it is available at 1,399 euros from Fnac as well as from Darty.
Google Pixel 9
A big name in the world of photophones. The Google Pixel 9 honors its predecessors with a still-performing camera and a Pixel Experience interface that’s still great to use. In its latest range of smartphones, Google has also thoroughly modernized the design and given greater importance to artificial intelligence. The increase in price, on the other hand, has been felt, but it becomes more acceptable during sales.
The strong points of the Google Pixel 9
- A smartphone with a nice design and ideal format
- A photo component as mastered as ever
- The OLED screen, one of its best assets
Instead of 899 euros, the Google Pixel 9 (128 GB) is today available on promotion in a pack with a pair of Google Pixel Buds Pro for 649 euros on Boulanger. And this thanks to a 150 euro discount and a redemption bonus of 100 euros.
Xiaomi 14T
The Xiaomi 14T is a slightly more affordable version of the Xiaomi 14, like a Samsung Galaxy FE. But this comes at the cost of some compromises, making this smartphone between the mid-range and the high-end. The Xiaomi 14T suffers from few flaws that its performance and camera have no trouble eclipsing. In addition, it is available here in a pack with Redmi Buds 5 wireless headphones.
The strong points of the Xiaomi 14T
- A well-finished and IP68-certified smartphone
- Better and more natural photos
- The brilliant performances of the MediaTek Dimensity 8300-Ultra
Instead of 649.99 euros, the Xiaomi 14T is now available with a pair of Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 in a promotional pack for 549 euros on Fnac. This promotion is only available for Fnac+ members.
Samsung Galaxy S23
Even though it was released two years ago, the Samsung Galaxy S23 remains a recommendable high-end smartphone with its compact design and power. Not to mention that it also benefits from Galaxy AI. In short… an excellent choice, and if its price of almost 1,000 euros hurt at the time, that is no longer the case today since the Galaxy S23 is now available at 600 euros.
The strong points of the Samsung Galaxy S23
- A sophisticated design and perfect handling
- One UI always on top!
- A Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 still interesting!
Instead of 959 euros, the Samsung Galaxy S23 (128 GB) is now available on sale at 601 euros on Fnac for Fnac+ members.
Motorola Edge 40
The mid-range segment is also a very competitive environment in the smartphone market. With its launch price of 599 euros, the Motorola Edge 40 wanted to compete with the Nothing Phone and the Google Pixel a from which it struggles to stand out. But during these winter sales, it benefits from an exceptional discount which allows you to obtain it for less than 150 euros!
The strong points of the Motorola Edge 40
- A thin, light and IP68 certified smartphone
- A pOLED screen in FHD+ and refreshed at 144 Hz
- A MediaTek Dimensity 8020 with 8 GB of RAM
Instead of 599 euros at its launch, the Motorola Edge 40 is now available on sale for 149 euros on Boulanger.
Samsung Galaxy A25
Samsung does not only shine with its premium smartphones, entry-level models are also worth a look like this Galaxy A25 which has already passed through the hands of our editorial team. A little dated in its design, this smartphone remains pleasant to hold and use with its One UI interface still at the top. The photo part is mastered for this price bracket but you shouldn’t expect too much in terms of performance.
The strong points of the Samsung Galaxy A25
- A beautiful AMOLED screen at 120 Hz
- An effective camera
- A design inspired by the Galaxy S range
Instead of 319 euros, the Samsung Galaxy A25 (128 GB) is now available on sale for 241 euros on Fnac.
Honor 90
Located between the mid-range and the bottom of the premium, the Honor 90 alone sums up the rise in ambition of the Chinese manufacturer, historically anchored in the entry-level. In addition to a design and a screen worthy of premium smartphones, it also has the merit of being offered in a unique 512 GB configuration. On the other hand, and this is the big downside of this smartphone: it does not receive only two years of updates, that is to say that those of 2025 will be its last. Which explains this sale price of 188 euros…
The strong points of the Honor 90
- A neat, thin and light design
- A sumptuous OLED screen
- The good performance of its Snapdragon 7 Gen 1
Instead of 599 euros, the Honor 90 is now available on sale in a pack with shell and screen protection for 188 euros on Boulanger.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
Foldable smartphones are also benefiting from the winter sales and this is particularly the case with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4. Although it dates from 2022 and does not have a teardrop hinge like its successor, it is today now a great entry point into the world of folding devices, particularly with its quality screens and high performance. Not to mention that it is currently available for less than 450 euros even though it was launched for more than 1,100 euros.
The strong points of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
- A compact and IPX8 smartphone, what are the people asking for?
- Beautiful OLED screens
- A powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Instead of 1,109 euros at its launch, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 (128 GB) is now available on sale at 440.40 euros on Boulanger.
Xiaomi Redmi 14C
In the smartphone market, Xiaomi is especially popular in the entry-level segment and the Redmi 14C is one of its latest models. It’s a simple smartphone for easy use. Don’t be fooled by its neat design, its performance is lagging behind and the camera doesn’t work miracles, not to mention the bloatwares which are legion. But at less than 100 euros, it does the job.
The strong points of the Xiaomi Redmi 14C
- An original design and a careful finish
- A 50 Mpx main sensor correct in broad daylight
- A 5,160 mAh battery for a day and a half of autonomy
Instead of 161.90 euros, the Xiaomi Redmi 14C (128 GB) is now available on sale at 99 euros on Cdiscount.
Ditto for the 256 GB version which is today available on promotion at 119 euros instead of 181.90 euros from the same merchant.
Winter sales 2025: don’t miss any good deals with Frandroid
The 2025 winter sales take place from Wednesday January 8 at 8 a.m. until next Tuesday February 4 inclusive. During these 4 weeks of promotions, there will be several markdowns which will take place each week to add new offers, or even to further lower the prices of products still in stock.
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