With the relentless pace of new phone launches, finding the perfect device for your needs can be daunting. To ease your decision-making process, we have curated a list of the best smartphones available under ₹40,000 this June. Standout models include the OnePlus 12R, Xiaomi 14 CIVI, iQOO Neo 9 Pro, and more.
Top Smartphones to Buy Under ₹40,000 in June 2024:
Xiaomi 14 Civi:
The Xiaomi 14 Civi features a 6.55-inch quad-curved AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision, offering an immersive viewing experience. “Durability is ensured with Gorilla Glass Victus 2, providing robust protection against physical damage.”
Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC, the Xiaomi 14 Civi matches the performance of the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor in the Xiaomi 14. It comes in configurations with up to 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage. “For photography enthusiasts, the Xiaomi 14 Civi features a triple rear camera setup co-engineered with Leica,” including a 50MP Leica Summilux main camera, a 50MP Leica portrait telephoto lens, and a 12MP Leica ultra-wide lens. The front camera setup includes a 32MP dual camera system with AI enhancements for superior selfies. A 4700mAh battery with 67W fast charging powers the device, running on HyperOS based on Android 14.
OnePlus 12R:
Priced at ₹39,999 for the 8GB RAM/128GB storage variant and ₹45,999 for the 16GB RAM/256GB storage variant, the OnePlus 12R boasts a 6.78-inch AMOLED ProXDR display with LTPO4.0 technology, offering a dynamic 1-120Hz refresh rate.
The smartphone is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and Adreno 740 GPU, with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage. Its 5,500mAh battery supports rapid charging with a 100W SUPERVOOC charger. “The camera setup features a 50MP Sony IMX890 main sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS) and electronic image stabilization (EIS),” along with an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 2MP macro lens. A 16MP front camera is available for selfies, and the camera app includes features like interval shooting, nightscape, pro mode, and movie mode. Connectivity options include NFC, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, and dual nano-SIM slots.
iQOO Neo 9 Pro:
The iQOO Neo 9 Pro comes with a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED panel featuring a 120Hz refresh rate and 3,000 nits of peak brightness. It can reach a 144Hz refresh rate for certain games.
Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 chipset, it also includes an Adreno 740 GPU for gaming. The iQOO Neo 9 Pro offers up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage. “In terms of optics, there is a dual camera sensor at the back with a 50MP Sony IMX 920 sensor with support for OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens.” A 16MP front-facing shooter is available for selfies and video calls.
Nothing Phone (2):
Priced at ₹37,999, the Nothing Phone (2) impresses with its camera capabilities. It features a 50MP primary camera with a Sony IMX890 sensor, supporting OIS and EIS. “The device supports motion photo, super-res zoom, AI scene detection, expert mode, and document mode.”
A 50MP ultra-wide-angle camera with a Samsung JN1 sensor offers an expansive 114-degree field of view, equipped with EIS for steady shots. For selfies, the smartphone includes a 32MP Sony IMX615 sensor, perfect for high-quality self-portraits.
Choosing the right smartphone can be challenging with so many options available. We hope this guide helps you find the best device to suit your needs. Stay updated with the latest in tech by exploring our platform further!
