How to pick a phone under Rs. 40,000

In this budget, start with battery size, RAM, and storage. 4 GB RAM is enough for calls, chat, and light video. 6 GB or 8 GB feels better if you keep many apps open. 64 GB fills up quickly once photos and videos pile up, so 128 GB is the safer pick when the price is close.

A 5000 mAh battery matters more than a huge camera number on the box. A 90Hz or 120Hz screen is nice, but only if the rest of the phone is not weak. 5G is useful only when your city and package actually support it.

Prices move between shops and cities. Compare two or three listings of the same model, then use the compare page to see RAM, storage, camera, and battery side by side.