Cheap Android Phones 2013: Is the iPhone 5C Too Expensive For A Midrange? This Droid Packs 5" Screen, Dual Core And Jelly Bean - All For $299

For people who cannot afford Apple's iPhone 5C, but want to have a solid smartphone experience, Virgin Mobile offers a midranger that will deliver a solid Android experience. As one of the cheap Android phones 2013, this particular handset will allow you to use apps and services like any Droid would. 

Supreme, released by Chinese manufacturer ZTE is a smartphone that sports a 5" screen with 720p display, a 1.5Ghz dual core processor, a 13-megapixel primary snapper, 1MP front camera, and 2,500mAh of battery life. 

This midrange Android phone also comes with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean out of the box, 4G LTE connectivity, a microSD card slot, and up to 15 hours of talk time. 

If you're not convinced yet, Virgin Mobile offers ZTE's Supreme smartphone for only $299 off contract. It is also available on the carrier's Talk Plan which includes unlimited text and data for only $35 a month. 

According to Techno Buffalo, the Supreme also comes with EA's Real Racing 3 pre-loaded on the phone, though the game is also free on Play Store. 

From the looks of it, this device is a great deal for users who want to try the Android ecosystem for the first time. Switchers looking for a cheap alternative can also find the ZTE Supreme extremely affordable.