The 3.5mm headphone jack is gone from every current iPhone and Google Pixel, but it has not disappeared from the US market. Motorola still builds it into most of its Moto G lineup, and TCL and REDMAGIC keep it on phones sold to American buyers. Below are six phones you can buy in the US in October 2026 that have a headphone jack, each confirmed on the manufacturer’s own spec page.
The six phones at a glance
| Phone | Price (Oct 2026) | Chip | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moto G Stylus (2026) | $499.99 | Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Best overall |
| Moto G Power (2026) | $399.99 | Dimensity 6300 | Battery and toughness |
| Moto G Stylus (2025) | $299.99 | Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Best value |
| TCL 60 XE NXTPAPER 5G | $249.99 | Dimensity 6100+ | Reading and eye comfort |
| Moto G Play (2026) | About $249 unlocked | Dimensity 6300 | Cheapest Motorola |
| REDMAGIC 11 Pro | From $699 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Gaming and performance |
Prices are the manufacturer’s listed US prices as of October 2026. Motorola raised Moto G prices in spring 2026, so older price tags you may see online are out of date.
Best overall: Moto G Stylus (2026)
Motorola’s newest stylus phone is the most complete package with a jack. It has a 6.7 inch 1.5K AMOLED display at up to 120Hz, a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, with a 256GB version sold only on Motorola’s site. A microSD slot takes cards up to 1TB.
The 5,200mAh battery supports 68W fast charging over USB C plus 15W wireless charging, the main camera is a 50MP sensor with optical stabilization, and the phone carries IP68 and IP69 water and dust ratings. The pen lives inside the body and recharges when you slide it back in. It runs Android 16 out of the box.
Best for battery and toughness: Moto G Power (2026)
The Moto G Power (2026) is the practical pick. It pairs a 6.8 inch Full HD+ LCD at 120Hz with a MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage and microSD support up to 1TB. The 5,200mAh battery is rated by Motorola for up to two days, charging runs at 30W, and the body has IP68 and IP69 ratings, military standard durability testing and Gorilla Glass 7i. Its spec sheet lists a 3.5mm headset jack and stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos.
Best value: Moto G Stylus (2025)
Last year’s stylus model is still sold new by Motorola, now at $299.99. It uses the same Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chip as the 2026 model, a 6.7 inch pOLED screen, 256GB of storage with microSD expansion, a 5,000mAh battery, 68W fast charging, 15W wireless charging and, of course, the headphone jack. You give up the newer model’s sharper panel and bigger battery, but save $200.
The budget and gaming picks
A 6.78 inch Full HD+ NXTPAPER screen at 120Hz with a matte, paper like finish, Dimensity 6100+, 5,010mAh battery, microSD up to 2TB and a 3.5mm jack. No charger in the box.
Sold mostly through carriers and prepaid brands. Dimensity 6300, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage with microSD, a 6.7 inch HD+ 120Hz screen, 5,200mAh battery and a headphone jack.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a 7,500mAh battery, 80W charging both by cable and wirelessly, built in liquid cooling, shoulder triggers and a 3.5mm audio jack. Sold through the brand’s own store.
FAQ
Does any iPhone or Pixel still have a headphone jack?
No. Current iPhone and Google Pixel models rely on USB C or Bluetooth for audio. You need an adapter or wireless earbuds with those phones.
Which Samsung phones have a headphone jack?
Samsung’s current Galaxy S and Z phones do not. If a jack is a must have, Motorola has the widest choice in the US right now.
Is a headphone jack better than Bluetooth?
A headphone cable never needs charging, adds no wireless delay for gaming and works with older headphones, car stereos and studio gear. Bluetooth is more convenient, so many people want both options.
Will ASUS release a new ROG Phone with a jack?
ASUS said it would not add new phone models, so do not count on a new ROG Phone or Zenfone in 2026.
The verdict
If you want a headphone jack in 2026, buy the Moto G Stylus (2026) for the best balance of screen, speed and features, or the Moto G Stylus (2025) if price matters most. The Moto G Power (2026) and TCL 60 XE NXTPAPER 5G cover tighter budgets, and the REDMAGIC 11 Pro is the only true flagship class option with a jack sold to US buyers.
Updated October 2026: rebuilt around phones currently sold in the US with a 3.5mm jack, using manufacturer specs and current listed prices.
Featured photo: Haomeng Yang on Unsplash.
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