The upper mid-range price segment, or easily say – the sub-Rs 40,000 price segment, is undoubtedly a smartphone category that offers consumers a variety of options. In this price range, consumers can choose several smartphone options that provide distinctive styles to outstanding cameras. However, not all smartphones can be regarded as the best, right? What are your options for a reliable upper mid-range smartphone if your budget lies under Rs 40,000? We have compiled a list of the best smartphones you can buy in India this February for under Rs 40,000. The list includes the OnePlus 10R, Google Pixel 6a, Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Motorola Edge 30 Pro.
1. OnePlus 10R
The OnePlus 10R is a solid option for anyone who is looking to buy a smartphone with a budget of around Rs 35,000, as the base variant of this phone makes for a solid case. However, if you are actually considering getting the OnePlus 10R for yourself or a loved one, we’d suggest going for the mid-variant of this phone, as that makes a lot of sense. For starters, you get 12GB RAM along with 256GB storage, which will be more than enough for most users out there. Additionally, the phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 MAX chip, which means, performance-driven tasks will never be an issue with this device. Of course, there’s the reliability of OxygenOS, when it comes to the software. The OnePlus 10R also features a large 5,000mAh battery under the hood, that supports 80W fast charging. And yes, you do get the charger bundled inside the box.
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2. Google Pixel 6a
The Google Pixel 6a probably features the best camera system in the sub-Rs 40,000 price segment. In fact, the Pixel 6A’s camera system is so good that it can go head-to-head with any high-end flagship smartphone and you never know, the Pixel 6a might even win if we do a camera battle! But that’s a story for a different time. For now, you can rest assured that the Pixel 6A possesses some excellent photography capabilities. Additionally, the Pixel 6a’s Tensor chip ensures that you receive a flagship-quality user experience without having to pay the flagship price. Of course, stock Android 13 is an added benefit here, and you’re also getting guaranteed 3 years of Android OS updates along with 4 years of security patches.
3. Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Anyone who has used a Redmi Note device knows what a Redmi Note device is capable of. Now, generally, Redmi Notes are known for bringing top-dollar hardware to a reasonable budget for consumers. However, with the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, Redmi is playing an altogether different game in a price segment the company has never competed in before. But, that doesn’t deny the fact, for the kind of money that you’ll spend on Redmi’s highest-end offering, rest assured you won’t be disappointed. With the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, the company is also doing a lot of firsts for the Redmi Note, such as offering up to 12GB RAM, a 200MP primary rear camera with OIS, and not to forget, the phone also features a large 5,000mAh battery under the hood that’s capable of charging from 0 to 100 per cent in just about 20 minutes. Similar to OnePlus’ case, the good part here is also that Redmi supplies the 120W fast charger inside the box of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+.
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4. Motorola Edge 30 Pro
Launched at a price of Rs 49,999, as of writing this article, the Motorola Edge 30 Pro is currently retailing at a best buy price of Rs 34,999 only on Flipkart. And for this kind of money, the Motorola Edge 30 Pro is a solid recommendation from our side if you want a genuine flagship smartphone for the price of an upper mid-range device. For starters, the Edge 30 Pro features the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 under the hood, which offers fast and lag-free performance. The phone’s camera performance is pretty good in a variety of lighting conditions, and you also get 4,800mAh under the hood, which supports 68W fast charging. The Motorola Edge 30 Pro also features a 144Hz display that operates as smoothly as butter. And how can we forget the software, where you’re getting a near-stock Android experience which feels light and snappy in day-to-day usage.
