Tech reports identify five smartphones with declining value

A report from BGR highlights five specific smartphone models that may no longer offer sufficient value for their price compared to newer alternatives. The list includes devices from Samsung, Apple, Motorola, and OnePlus.

Among the identified devices are the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G, which may face performance limitations due to its 4GB RAM base model, and the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, whose value depends heavily on price gaps with newer generations. The OnePlus 13R is noted for its strong hardware, such as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, but faces criticism regarding its four-year Android update cycle.

Additionally, the Motorola Razr Plus (2025) is flagged due to its high cost and limited software support despite its high refresh rate screen. Finally, the iPhone 16 is cited as a potentially poor investment if the price difference between it and the iPhone 17—which offers a 120Hz display—is minimal.