Best Mobile Phones Under 40000

The Poco F7 stays true to the flagship killer spirit with a bold design, bright OLED display, excellent performance and 90W fast charging. However, it comes with compromises like a poorly optimised software experience, inconsistent cameras, and a hefty build. If you’re looking for raw performance and gaming is what you do in the sub-Rs 30,000 segment, the Poco F7 is a compelling choice.

The OnePlus 13R proves it still has plenty going for it even months after launch. With top-tier performance, excellent battery life, fast charging and a polished OxygenOS experience, it remains a reliable daily driver. While its cameras aren't class-leading in low-light, the strong daylight performance and a useful telephoto lens make it a well-rounded, good-value phone in the segment.

The iQOO Neo 10 packs a serious punch, offering a stunning AMOLED display, powerful performance, and an excellent battery life in the mid-range segment. The cameras are dependable and the design feels premium, but Funtouch OS is the only thorn in its side. Still, at the end of the day, this is a performance-first device that nails gaming, multimedia experience and battery endurance.

The Vivo T4 Ultra is a specialist phone that excels in performance and zoom photography, thanks to the Dimensity 9300+ and 50 MP periscope camera, respectively. However, the ultrawide camera is only decent and the software hasn’t been Vivo’s strongest suit due to bloatware. Overall, T4 Ultra is an ideal device for those who need processing power and camera zoom, something that most phones in this segment miss out on when prioritizing one over the other.

The Vivo V60 is a phone made for creators. While the internal processor isn’t class-leading, it delivers on other fronts with a great display and a massive battery. The star of the show is the Zeiss camera system which is capable of capturing great pictures with both the main and telephoto lenses. All in all, the Vivo V60 is a commendable choice for users who prioritise battery and camera over raw gaming prowess.

The Google Pixel 9a is an unpretentious phone that does most of what you throw at it. Being a Pixel phone, its greatest strengths are the clean software, years of Android updates and consistent cameras. It’s even got one of the best battery life on a Pixel, albeit with a slow charging. However, in the ever-competitive mid-range market, the Pixel 9a still comes short as you will find phones with superior performance, more premium designs, advanced cameras and faster charging.