Cesar Cadenas/ZDNETFollow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google.The Moto G Stylus has dropped to $300 for Amazon Prime Day, saving shoppers $100 on a solid midrange model.So far, 2026 has been a great year for Motorola smartphones. I've tested each of their foldables, and I recommend them all. But you shouldn't overlook what came before, as 2025 also introduced a fantastic lineup. Among the affordable devices released last year, the Moto G Stylus stood out as the strongest overall package (read my full review of the Moto G Stylus here).Also: June Prime Day live blog 2026: We're tracking Amazon deals on SSDs, TVs, laptops and moreOne of the reasons I liked the phone so much is its display. The phone boasts a stunning 6.7-inch AMOLED Super HD screen running at a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. Colors look vibrant, and scrolling through web pages feels quite fluid. Overall, the visual quality punches far above what you'd expect from a $300 phone. It even reaches a peak brightness of 3,000 nits, maintaining clear visibility even in bright conditions.Also: These are the best Prime Day phone deals I'd actually buy myselfThe powerful Dolby Atmos speakers pair wonderfully with the display, turning the Moto G Stylus into a mini theater perfect for streaming movies on Netflix and gaming. Speaking of gaming, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor gives the model a major performance boost over the low-cost Moto G models. Titles like Honkai: Star Rail run smoother on the Stylus. You won't experience the stuttering or graphical issues that the other phones had. Other notable features of the Moto G Stylus include a 50MP Sony LYTIA camera for high-quality photography, AI-powered tools like Sketch to Image, and 17 hours of battery life.How I rated this deal As per ZDNET's rating system, I grant this deal a 3/5. The Moto G Stylus delivers a user experience that feels closer to a premium smartphone than a budget device. Its AMOLED screen, strong speakers, solid performance, and design all help the model stand out in the crowded midrange market. I highly recommend this phone to anyone looking for a dependable Android. Even a year after its release, this remains one of the best value phones in Motorola's lineup. Amazon Prime Day 2026 officially runs from Tuesday, June 23, through Friday, June 26. During this three-day period, you will find some of the best deals on smartphones anywhere online. Be sure to take advantage of these discounts before they're gone for good.