Best Mobile Phones Under ₹40,000 in India (September 2023)

This is our list of the best phones to buy under Rs. 40,000 in India. This price segment is a tricky one as it nears the flagship segment and you can expect top-of-the-line specifications and features at this price point. All the phones in this list are nothing short of powerful pocket computers that can undertake multiple tasks – from the basics such as calling and texting to more advanced activities such as streaming, gaming, video and photo editing, and more. So, users are more ready than ever to spend a little extra on phones. The sub-₹40,000 smartphone segment usually sees very little action given the price-conscious nature of Indian consumers, but over the last couple of years, we have actually had quite a surge of offerings at this price. This is primarily due to the fact that consumers are more open to spending on a reliable smartphone that would serve them for years. Under ₹40,000, you are more likely to see powerful flagship-grade processors, think Snapdragon 8-series and Dimensity 9000-series, as well as more robust camera systems packing utilitarian features and specifications such as OIS, larger sensors, useful ultrawide and telephoto lenses, and more. The build and design of smartphones under ₹40,000 should be more robust and appealing as well – so expect thinner bezels, curved displays, metal frames, tiny punch-hole cutouts, and a premium-looking rear panel. Several OEMs have enticing offerings at this price including standout products such as the OnePlus 11R, Tecno Phantom X2, Moto Edge 30 Fusion, OPPO Reno10 Pro, Google Pixel 6a, iQOO Neo 7 Pro, and Samsung Galaxy S21 FE.