Amia DalveyAugust 26, 2022, 16:05:11 Indochina Time
A number of new phones hit the sub-$30,000 list this month, but things are a little different in the sub-$40,000 price range. The phones on the previous list put up a much stronger battle to maintain their position. All factors considered, this month we have 8 phones for you to choose from under Rs 40,000. I know the choice is not so simple, but I tried to simplify it.
Best phones to buy under 40,000 rupees in India
iQOO 9 SE 5G / iQOO 9 5G
The vivo iQOO 9 SE 5G sub-brand holds its place in the list and remains a great choice. Powered by Qualcomm’s previous flagship Snapdragon 888 chipset, it’s extremely powerful for any task. Under this budget, you can easily get the best model with 12GB of RAM and 256GB storage. It features a 6.62-inch HDR10+ compatible HDR10+ Full HD+ AMOLED display with 1,300 nits peak brightness and 120Hz refresh rate.
The rear camera department consists of a 48MP primary camera with OIS, a 13MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. The 16MP front camera is great for taking selfies and video calls. The iQOO 9 SE 5G is equipped with a 4500mAh battery that can last more than a day with moderate usage. The included 66W fast charger claims to provide a full charge within 40 minutes. The phone runs Android 12 with FunTouch OS 12.
But this is not the only iQOO smartphone available for less than 40,000 this month. At the time of writing, the more expensive iQOO 9 5G is overall spotted at just under Rs 40,000, but it is an alternative with 8GB of RAM and 128GB storage. But the camera and charging features are the highlights. Three cameras are on the back, but the primary camera offers pivot stabilization and a 2MP depth sensor for more professional-friendly photos The 13MP and 50mm has been replaced by a camera. The 120W fast charger claims to fully charge in just 18 minutes.
iQOO 9 5G Price in India: Rs 39,990 for 8GB/128GB storage
iQOO 9 SE 5G Price in India: 37,990 rupees for 12GB/256GB storage
Realme GT 2 / Realme GT Neo 3 / OnePlus 10R
Just like iQOO, there are also two Realme phones that have many similarities and two main differences: the Realme GT 2 is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 SoC and the new Realme GT Neo 3 is Mediatek’s flagship. It is powered by the Dimensity 8100 chip and offers comparable performance. The former has a 6.62-inch AMOLED display, while the latter has a slightly larger 6.7-inch AMOLED display that supports 10-bit color depth. Both displays are HDR10+ compatible with 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
You can get 256GB of internal storage variants for both phones in this budget. The GT 2 has 12 GB of RAM, compared to 8 GB for the Neo 3. With different modes and lighting. It comes with an 8-megapixel wide-angle camera and a 2-megapixel macro camera. The 16MP front camera handles selfies and video calls well.
Both phones are equipped with 5,000 mAh batteries that can last more than a day and a half with moderate use. With the included quick charger, it can be fully charged in just over 30 minutes. Realme GT 2 and Realme GT Neo 3 run Android 12 with Realme UI 3.0. If you prefer the Realme GT Neo 3, there is another phone with strict specifications that you should seriously consider before spending your money.
Realme GT 2 price in India: 38,999 rupees for 12 GB / 256 GB storage
Realme GT Neo 3 price in India: 38,999 rupees for 8 GB storage / 256 GB storage
OnePlus 10R price in India: 38,999 rupees for 12 GB / 256 GB storage
Poco F4 5G phone
The recently launched top-of-the-line version of the Poco F4 5G is a solid option in this budget, given its sub-$35,000 price tag. Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC, it offers 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. You get a gorgeous 6.67-inch AMOLED Full HD+ display with 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, Dolby Vision compatible and peak brightness of 1,300 nits. The screen is protected from scratches by a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
In addition to the powerful screen, the elegant design of the glass back and the thinnestness of only 7.7 mm. The imaging department is handled by a 64MP primary camera with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP macro camera. The 20MP front camera is good enough for taking selfies and video calls. Its 4,500mAh battery lasts more than a day with moderate use, and the 67W fast charger promises a full charge in 40 minutes. Poco F4 5G runs Android 12 with MIUI 13. This is one of the rare phones that offers a two-year warranty.
Poco F4 5G Price in India: 34,999 rupees for 12GB / 256GB storage
Motorola Edge 20 Pro
The Motorola Edge 20 Pro comfortably occupies a place in this list thanks to some powerful features. It comes with storage. Its large 6.7-inch Full HD+ OLED screen is impressive, with a 144Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ compliance, and the ability to display over a billion colors. There is Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection against scratches on the front and back.
The Motorola Edge 20 Pro’s imaging department is very versatile. It is backed by a 108MP primary camera and an impressive support suite. You get a 16MP camera and an 8MP telephoto camera with OIS that facilitates 5x optical zoom. The 32MP front camera is sure to impress the selfie crowd. Its 4500mAh battery lasts more than a day with moderate use and supports 30W fast charging. The phone runs Android 11, and like most Motorola phones, it gets a clean, stocky user interface. Android 12 update rollout has started.
Motorola Edge 20 Pro Price in India: Rs 34,999 for 8GB/128GB storage
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G remains a great option within this budget for buyers interested in the brand, and it’s now even more affordable: a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED HDR10+ compatible display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It also has IP68 rated ingress protection. It is powered by Qualcomm’s flagship chip from the previous generation, Snapdragon 865. It has 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, which can be expanded with a microSD card. A rare feature in feature phones. An Android 12 update with One UI 4.0 is available from Samsung for this device.
The photographic department consists of a 12MP primary camera with PDAF and Dual Pixel OIS, a 12MP ultra-wide camera, and an 8MP telephoto camera with OIS for up to 3x optical zoom. The camera quality is excellent in different modes, as you would expect from the Samsung S series of phones. It also has a 32MP front camera to cater to the selfie enthusiasts. 4500 mAh battery lasts more than a day with moderate use. It not only supports normal fast charging, but also supports wireless fast charging.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE Price in India: 33,090 rupees for 8GB/128GB storage