Buyers in India face steeper costs for popular mid-range smartphones as Samsung and Nothing raised prices on multiple models this week. The changes directly impact anyone planning to purchase a Galaxy A series or Nothing Phone device in the coming months. We are tracking these adjustments because they alter the value proposition for budget-conscious consumers who rely on these specific configurations.
Samsung and Nothing raise prices on multiple smartphone models in India
Samsung increased the price of the Galaxy A17 5G in its top-tier 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. The manufacturer raised the cost by 14,500 Indian rupees, bringing the new price to 38,499 rupees. Nothing adjusted its lineup with hikes across the Phone (4a), Phone (4a) Pro, and Phone (4b) series. These adjustments affect entry-level and mid-range options that compete directly in the same market segment.
- Nothing Phone (4a) 8GB + 128GB price: ₹44,999
- Nothing Phone (4a) Pro price: ₹54,999
- Nothing Phone (4b) 8GB + 128GB price: ₹39,999
- Galaxy A17 5G 8GB + 256GB price: ₹38,499
- Galaxy A17 5G price hike: ₹14,500
The Galaxy A17 5G now costs 38,499 INR (around $407) for the 8GB + 256GB configuration. Nothing has set the base Phone (4a) 8GB + 128GB at 44,999 INR (around $476), which reflects a 2,000 INR (around $21.16) increase. The Phone (4a) Pro 8GB + 128GB sits at 54,999 INR (around $582) after a 5,000 INR (around $52.90) jump. The entry-level Phone (4b) 8GB + 128GB costs 39,999 INR (around $423), up from its previous rate.
These price hikes stem from rising global costs for DRAM and NAND flash memory chips. Retailers on Amazon and Flipkart may still list some units at the older, lower prices while stock lasts. We note that these current discounts are temporary, as the new rates will become permanent once existing inventory sells out. Consumers waiting for a deal should act quickly or prepare for the higher standard retail prices.
Source: GIZMOCHINA
