BEST 5G MOBILE PHONES UNDER 40000 IN INDIA

Are you in the market to purchase a 5G smartphone? Here is a list for you – Best 5G Phones Under Rs. 40,000 in India. All the phones on this list are currently available to buy in the country, and have received an overall rating of 8 or higher in their exhaustive Gadgets 360 reviews. Alongside each phone, we have shown its rating and key specifications, alongside links for the phone’s full specifications, full review, as well as other phones by the same brand.

If you found this list helpful, you may want to also see our other 5G smartphone lists – Best 5G Phones Under Rs. 15,000, Best 5G Phones Under Rs. 20,000, Best 5G Phones Under Rs. 25,000, Best 5G Phones Under Rs. 30,000, Best 5G Phones Under Rs. 50,000, and 5G Mobile Phones. You should also visit our Mobile Phone Finder, and the Mobile Compare tool.

Vivo S2 has been launched in India, marking the return of the Vivo S series in the country after a hiatus of seven years. The smartphone industry has transformed quite a bit, and so has the new V series phone, which now comes with a significantly higher price tag. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7360-Turbo chipset, the Vivo S2 offers enough performance to meet the needs of most users and some power users. Its battery can easily last a day. However, the impressive standby battery life makes it stand out. The innovative, iconic design of the phone sets it apart from the competition.

Vivo S2 Specifications
Display 6.83-inch, 1260x2800 pixels
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB
Battery Capacity 7050mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 2MP
Front Camera 32MP

The Redmi Turbo 5’s IP69K-rated design uses a mix of glass and metal which feels very premium. Its flat display gets sufficiently bright outdoors and supports HDR10+ and Dolby Vision standards. The accompanying speakers also sound rich and loud making it great for entertainment.

Performance is not a problem with the Redmi Turbo 5 as Xiaomi has added a vapour chamber cooling system which keeps the phone running smoothly when stressed. Its software experience feels smooth and fluid but it does come loaded with plenty of bloatware.

The primary camera performs well both in daylight and low-light shooting conditions. The ultrawide camera captures softer images that aren’t that useful. The selfie camera is a weak spot and produces soft images that are low on detail.

Battery life is good but it will only last you a day under with heavy gaming use. Casual users will see better results. Charging speeds are quite fast given the high-capacity battery.

Redmi Turbo 5 Specifications
Display 6.59-inch, 1,268x2,756 pixels
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
RAM 8GB
Storage 256GB
Battery Capacity 7,540mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 8MP
Front Camera 20MP

The OnePlus Nord CE 6 feels like a phone that understands restraint. It focuses on delivering a dependable, polished smartphone experience rather than trying to dominate every metric on the spec sheet. The display is fantastic, and battery life is among the best in the segment. However, it is not without its caveats. The OnePlus Nord CE 6, however, successfully manages to compensate with balance.

OnePlus Nord CE 6 Specifications
Display 6.78-inch, 1,272x2,772 pixels
Processor Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB
Battery Capacity 8000mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 2MP
Front Camera 32MP

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro brings premium features into a sleek design. The handset comes with a bright, vivid display ideal for multimedia consumption. Moreover, the performance is decent for the price tag, and you won’t feel much trouble using this smartphone. The cameras are decent enough to get the job done, though the missing telephoto sensor would have further made it better. The Motorola Edge 70 Pro also packs a refined user interface, while the battery backup is good for its sleek form factor. If you are looking for a sleek, premium-looking smartphone that delivers good performance, offers a bright display, and shoots decent photos, consider the Motorola Edge 70 Pro. 

Motorola Edge 70 Pro Specifications
Display 6.80-inch, 2772x1272 pixels
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme
RAM 8GB
Storage 256GB
Battery Capacity 6500mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 50MP
Front Camera 50MP

Oppo F33 series was recently launched in India. The lineup includes two models, dubbed Oppo F33 Pro 5G and the standard Oppo F33 5G. Priced slightly under Rs. 40,000, the Oppo F33 Pro 5G features a unique design and vibrant colour options. Oppo’s F series is positioned to offer decent mid-range devices with a good user experience. The Oppo F33 Pro 5G features a dual rear camera unit, housed in a redesigned fibreglass deco. While it does closely resemble the iPhone 17 Pro's design, the smartphone maker has given the phone its own identity by curving the bottom of the deco.

OPPO F33 Pro 5G Specifications
Display 6.57-inch, 1080x2372 pixels
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Max
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB
Battery Capacity 7000mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 2MP
Front Camera 50MP
Realme 16 Pro 5G Specifications
Display 6.75-inch, 1,272x2,772 pixels
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB
Battery Capacity 7,000mAh
Rear Camera 200MP + 8MP
Front Camera 50MP

At a price tag of Rs. 32,999, the Oppo F31+ 5G impresses on two metrics: its battery life and durability. The handset can easily deliver over a day and a half of casual usage and can even stretch to two if you're conservative. It has a robust build that can survive drops and submersion in water and dust. However, these are not the only criteria for a good smartphone today, and other areas leave a bit to be desired. The cameras are par for the course, and the overall software experience is riddled with bloatware. These issues, coupled with a dated chipset, make the Oppo F31+ 5G a package that isn?t the best value-for-money.

OPPO F31 Pro+ 5G Specifications
Display 6.80-inch, 1280x2800 pixels
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
RAM 8GB
Storage 256GB
Battery Capacity 7000mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 2MP
Front Camera 32MP
Vivo V60 Specifications
Display 6.77-inch, 1080x2392 pixels
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB
Battery Capacity 6500mAh
Rear Camera 50MP + 50MP + 8MP
Front Camera 50MP
Google Pixel 9a Specifications
Display 6.30-inch, 1080x2424 pixels
Processor Google Tensor G4
RAM 8GB
Storage 256GB
Battery Capacity 5100mAh
Rear Camera 48MP + 13MP
Front Camera 13MP

Best 5G Mobile Phones Under 40000 in India (12 August 2026)

Best 5G Mobile Phones Under 40000 in India Price in India
Vivo S2 Rs. 39,999
Redmi Turbo 5 Rs. 37,735
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Rs. 34,999
Motorola Edge 70 Pro Rs. 37,594
OPPO F33 Pro 5G Rs. 36,986
Realme 16 Pro 5G Rs. 33,999
OPPO F31 Pro+ 5G Rs. 32,999
Vivo V60 Rs. 35,490
Google Pixel 9a Rs. 39,999
List of Best 5G Mobile Phones Under 40000 in India, last updated on 12 August 2026

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