The $500 campus ecosystem: Complete budget Android and tech kit

Just because you're going back to school on a budget doesn't mean you need to miss out on the essentials.

While there are many ways to approach an Android tech kit, I think keeping it all under $500 is pretty reasonable.

The essentials include a phone, smartwatch, tablet, and power bank. If you already love a device, pick that instead and mix and match items from this kit.

Samsung Galaxy A17 5G

The perfect Samsung device for a budget. You get a beautiful, vibrant AMOLED screen and plenty of processing power.

This model comes with 128GB of storage and a microSD card slot for expansion. It has a triple-camera setup on the rear with a 50MP main camera and a 5,000mAh battery for all-day use.

Samsung also provides six years of software updates, which is huge. The $200 price tag is alluring.

Samsung Galaxy A17 5G

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                **SoC**
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Samsung Exynos 1330
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                **Display type**
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AMOLED
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                **Display dimensions**
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6.7 inches
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                **RAM**
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4GB
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                **Storage**
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128GB
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                **Battery**
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5,000mAh
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                    **Charge speed**
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25W
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                **Charge options**
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Wired
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                **Ports**
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USB-C
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                **Operating System**
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Android
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                **IP Rating**
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IP54

Lenovo Idea Tab

This Lenovo tablet packs a lot for a small price. You get an 11-inch 2.5K screen with a 90Hz refresh rate and plenty of power under the hood for everyday tasks.

Great battery life and sound, along with the power of Android.

What takes things over the top is that this tablet comes with a folio case and stylus. The $150 price tag is hard to beat.

Lenovo Idea Tab

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                **Storage**
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256GB
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                **Display resolution**
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2.5K
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                **SoC**
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MediaTek Dimensity 6300
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                **RAM**
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8GB

Samsung Galaxy Watch FE

A reliable and compact smartwatch that's perfect to pair with Samsung phones.

It features a 1.2-inch AMOLED screen, plenty of sensors for accurate health and fitness tracking, and can expand its capabilities with new apps from the Google Play Store.

In addition, you can also use the app to pay for products at supported terminals.

The only caveat here is that this watch is renewed, but that keeps the price down to just $99.

NOBIS 45W 20,000mAh Power Bank

A power bank is an essential accessory you'll need to keep your devices powered throughout the day.

This model delivers up to 45W, enough to power some laptops, and is a perfect fit for tablets, phones, and accessories.

It also has a 20,000mAh capacity, so you can charge your devices multiple times. Plus, you get two USB-C and two USB-A ports, so you can charge multiple devices at once.

NOBIS 45W 20,000mAh Power Bank

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                **Brand**
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NOBIS
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                **Battery Capacity**
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20,000mAh
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                **Ports**
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USB-C, USB-A
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                **Wireless Charging**
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No

Tablet Sleeve Bag with Pocket

TiMOVO Tablet Sleeve

The last bit is just to tie it all together. You get a compact tablet pouch that has pockets for cables, a power bank, phone, and more.

While you can throw it all into a bag, this keeps everything organized and in one place.