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With cut-throat competition in the mid-range segment, no one will blame you if you have to think more than twice about all the available options. So if you’re looking for the best phones under NPR 40000 in Nepal, you are in the right place because, in this list, we’ve detailed all the options you can consider in this price range.

How to find the best phones under NPR 40000 in Nepal?

If you’re willing to buy a smartphone under 40,000 in Nepal, then the options available these days boast plenty of incredible features. Including a high refresh rate OLED display, an OIS-ready camera, and a powerful midrange processor. Of course, not every smartphone brand offers all those features, but that should be the benchmark for filtering out the best of the bunch.

Apart from them, most phones in this price range also bring an attractive and sleek design language. Whereas fast charging (generally 33W or higher) is also pretty common here. Now, although we have tried our best to summarize each phone’s strengths and weaknesses in short descriptions, we would highly encourage you to check out our full review of these phones (if available) for more information.

• You can purchase all these smartphones under Rs. 40,000 from our affiliate partner Hukut Store!

Best mobile phones under NPR 40000 in Nepal:

5. Honor 400 Lite

At number 5 on our list of best phones under NPR 40000 in Nepal is the Honor 400 Lite. It’s the most affordable entry in the Honor 400 series and as you can see, Honor had a very fruity inspiration when designing this phone. Because not only does it look a lot like an iPhone — both from the front and the back — but it has a camera button like on the iPhone 16 lineup.

Although in actual use, we didn’t find it to be that useful. Just like on the iPhone. And it doesn’t help that the Honor 400 Lite’s cameras themselves are nothing too impressive. You can expect decent photos during the day from its 108MP main camera if the lighting conditions are in your favor, but there are much better camera phones in this segment.

As for performance, the Honor 400 Lite is powered by a modest Dimensity 7025-Ultra processor. It runs on Android 15 with Honor’s MagicOS 9.0 on top, while the company even promises 6 years of OS and security updates for this guy. Now this is a fine phone for casual everyday use — but once again — if you care more about gaming, our top two picks should offer you a better experience. Other than this, the Honor 400 Lite has a 5,230 mAh battery, 35W charging, and a single bottom-firing speaker.

Honor 400 Lite Specifications:

• Display: 6.7-inch AMOLED screen, FHD+, 120Hz refresh rate
• Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 7025-Ultra 5G (6nm mobile platform)
• Memory: 8/12GB RAM, 256GB storage (non-expandable)
• Software & UI: MagicOS 9.0 on top of Android 15
• Rear Camera: Dual (108MP primary, 5MP ultrawide)
• Front Camera: 16MP sensor (hole-punch)
• Security: Fingerprint sensor (optical in-display)
• Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 5 (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.3, GPS / A-GPS / Glonass / Galileo / BeiDou, USB-C, 4G LTE, 5G
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient light, E-compass, Proximity
• Battery: 5230 mAh with 35W charging (power adapter provided in the box)
• Price in Nepal: NPR 39,999 (12/256GB)
• Read our review of Honor 400 Lite

4. Samsung Galaxy M36

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy M36 5G bags the fourth spot in our best phones under 40,000 in Nepal list. It doesn’t bring much changes as compared to its past iteration, the Galaxy M35 5G, but it’s a decent choice if you want a Samsung phone in this price range.

So, you get the same U-shaped notch panel while the frames now get a Key Island for volume rockers and a power key. This time there is no stereo speaker and a 3.55mm headphone jack, sadly and a mono-speaker is what we get.

Apart from that, it brings a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. There is a flagship-grade Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection. Running the things on the core is Exynos 1380 SoC, built on a 4nm architecture. It features 4x Cortex-A78 cores and 4x Cortex-A55 cores. Memory-wise, it’s paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage.

Samsung Galaxy M36 5G Specifications

• Display: 6.7-inch AMOLED screen, FHD+, 120Hz refresh rate
• Chipset: Exynos 1380 5G (5nm mobile platform)
• Memory: 8GB RAM, 128/256GB storage (expandable)
• Software & UI: OneUI 7, Android 15
• Rear Camera: Triple (50MP primary OIS, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP macro)
• Front Camera: 13MP sensor (hole-punch)
• Security: Fingerprint sensor (optical in-display)
• Connectivity: Hybrid Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 6 (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.3, GPS / A-GPS / Glonass / Galileo / BDS / QZSS, USB-C, 4G LTE, 5G
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient light, E-compass, Proximity
• Battery: 5000 mAh with 25W charging
• Price in Nepal: NPR 36,999 (8/128GB)
• Read our review of Samsung Galaxy M36 5G

3. OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G

The OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G takes the bronze medal on our list of the best phones under NPR 40000 in Nepal. Initially, the phone was launched at a higher price tag of NPR 53,999 but OnePlus Nepal has now provided a generous NPR 17,000 off.

Not only the price but the specs are also too appealing. We have the Snapdragon 782G chipset which offers a tri-cluster architecture with prime Cortex-A78 cores at 2.7GHz, three Cortex-A78 cores at 2.4GHz, and four power-efficient Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8GHz. On top of that, you get 12GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage.

The optics side is also pretty sorted with a 50MP Sony IMX890 sensor which takes super decent pictures. Besides that, the 8MP Ultrawide camera is also good while the 2MP macro lens is something, we barely use on a daily basis. Moreover, you get a 5000 mAh battery with 80W fast charging support. OnePlus also ships a compatible charger in the box.

Overall, the Nord CE 3 5G is a phone to beat at the 37K tag with a gorgeous 120Hz 6.7-inch AMOLED panel, a powerful chip, and really good specs.

OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G Specifications:

• Display: 6.7-inch AMOLED screen, FHD+, 120Hz refresh rate
• Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G 5G (6nm mobile platform)
• Memory: 12GB RAM, 512GB storage (UFS 3.1)
• Software & UI: OxygenOS 13.1 on top of Android 13
• Rear Camera: Triple (50MP primary OIS, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP macro)
• Front Camera: 16MP sensor (hole-punch)
• Security: Fingerprint sensor (in-display)
• Connectivity: Hybrid Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 5 (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS / AGPS / Glonass / Galileo / Beidou, NFC, USB-C, 4G LTE, 5G
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient light, Compass, Gravity, Gyroscope, Proximity
• Battery: 5000 mAh with 80W charging (80W adapter inside the box)
• Price in Nepal: NPR 38,499 (12/256GB)

2. Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G

Moving on, the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G is the second best phone under NPR 40000 in Nepal, you can currently buy. This new model brings in the Dimensity 7300-Ultra SoC, a 4nm fabbed processor.

This is quite an upgrade over last year’s Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G with Helio G99 as the 5G version didn’t make its way to Nepal. It is paired with 8/12GB of RAM and 256/512GB internal storage.

As for the display, you are greeted by a flagship-grade 6.67-inch AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate alongside wet hands touch support, Dolby Vision, 1,920Hz PWM dimming, DCI-P3 color gamut, HDR10+, and a triple certification from TÜV Rheinland for eye protection features. Likewise, the optics side once again witnesses the 200MP main sensor with OIS, 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro shooter. Lastly, fueling this guy is a 5110 mAh battery with 45W of wired fast charging support.

Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G Specifications:

• Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED screen, 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate
• Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Ultra 5G (4nm mobile platform)
• Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR4X RAM, 256/512GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable)
• Software & UI: HyperOS 1.0 on top of Android 14
• Rear Camera: Triple (200MP OIS primary, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP macro)
• Front Camera: 20MP sensor (hole-punch)
• Security: Fingerprint sensor (in-display)
• Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 6 (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.4, GPS / AGPS / Glonass / Galileo / Beidou / QZSS, USB-C, 4G LTE, 5G
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient light, E-compass, Gyroscope, IR blaster, Proximity
• Battery: 5110 mAh with 45W charging (45W adapter inside the box)
• Price in Nepal: NPR 39,999 (8/256GB), NPR 44,999* (12/512GB)
• Read our Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G review

1. CMF Phone 2 Pro

Finally, the CMF Phone 2 Pro is our top pick on this list of best phones under NPR 40000 in Nepal. It offers a significant upgrade over its predecessor, especially in terms of design and display. While it still comes with a plastic back, the phone feels more premium and modern thanks to improved build quality, slimmer bezels, and IP54 splash resistance. The modular design remains, but it has been refined to avoid frequent damage, making accessory swaps easier and less risky.

Up front, the 6.77-inch AMOLED display impresses with its sharpness, brightness, and 120Hz refresh rate. It also supports HDR content on YouTube and local playback, although Netflix HDR is missing. However, the lack of stereo speakers is a letdown, especially for media consumption.

In terms of performance, the Phone 2 Pro runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro chip paired with 8GB RAM and UFS 2.2 storage. While it’s not a major leap over the previous generation, it delivers smooth day-to-day performance and handles games like PUBG and Mobile Legends at 90 fps, with even Genshin Impact playable at decent frame rates.

That said, the phone tends to heat up under prolonged gaming. On the software front, the device comes with Android 15 and Nothing OS 3.2, which is clean, bloat-free, and offers three years of OS and six years of security updates — impressive for its price range.

The camera setup is where the CMF Phone 2 Pro truly shines. It’s the only phone in its segment in Nepal to feature a dedicated 2x telephoto lens alongside a 50MP primary and an 8MP ultrawide camera. The main sensor captures detailed shots with good dynamic range, and the portraits — even at multiple zoom levels — look natural with solid subject separation and accurate skin tones. The selfie camera is decent too, though it tends to add a pinkish tone. Night photography could use some work, particularly with handling bright lights and the underwhelming ultrawide sensor in low light.

CMF Phone 2 Pro Specifications:

• Design and build: 164 x 78 x 7.8 mm, 185 gm, IP54 rating
• Display: 6.77-inch AMOLED panel, FHD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate
• Chipset: Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G (4nm mobile platform)
• Memory: 8GB RAM, 128/256GB UFS 2.2 storage (non-expandable)
• Software & UI: Android 15 with Nothing OS 3.2 on top
• Rear Camera: Triple (50MP primary, 8MP ultrawide, 50MP 2x telephoto)
• Front Camera: 16MP sensor (hole-punch)
• Security: Fingerprint sensor (optical in-display)
• Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C, NFC, 5G
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient light, E-compass, Gyroscope, Proximity
• Battery: 5,000 mAh with 33W fast charging (no power adapter inside the box)
• Price in Nepal: NPR 34,999 (8/128GB) | NPR 39,499 (8/256GB)
  
• Read our review of CMF Phone 2 Pro here

Summary list of the best mobile phones under NPR 40000 in Nepal

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The lower mid-range segment of smartphones has got a lot of great contenders for the crown. Those cheeky smartphone pushers could very easily and wrongfully sway an average consumer. Therefore, it is necessary to know what you’re buying before going on to buy them. You can buy a lot of great phones at the price of NPR 20000. And here is our updated pick for the best phones under NPR 20000 in Nepal.

• You can purchase all these smartphones under Rs. 20,000 from our affiliate partner Hukut Store!

Best mobile phones under NPR 20000 in Nepal: 

5. Vivo Y19s

Moving on, the newly launched Vivo Y19s takes the fourth medal on our list of best phones under NPR 20000 in Nepal. Vivo has gone with a sharp look here with flat frames. While, Vivo has also secured IP64 dust and splash resistance for this guy.

A bright display

And there’s quite a bit to talk about on the display front as well. The Vivo Y19s has a typical 6.68-inch IPS display with a hole-punch cutout for the front camera. Likewise, it has a 90Hz refresh rate instead of 60Hz. Plus, the Y19s can hit an impressive peak brightness of 100 nits with HBM (High Brightness Mode) on. So if you’re outdoors a lot, then this is gonna be quite useful.

Then again, the Y19s’s performance is nothing extraordinary. It’s powered by the UNISCO T612 (12nm) chip that we’ve seen on a lot of other budget phones, although the one thing I like about Vivo phones is that they don’t compromise when it comes to memory. And you get up to 6GB RAM and 128GB of storage.

The Vivo Y19s enjoys a big 5150mAh battery, which should last you a couple of days at least. As for cameras, you get a 50MP main sensor at the back that can take decent photos, although that 0.08MP auxiliary lens is totally forgettable.

Vivo Y19s Specifications:

• Display: 6.68-inch IPS LCD screen, HD+, 90Hz refresh rate, 1000nits peak brightness
• Chipset: Unisoc T612 (12nm) 4G (12nm mobile platform)
• Memory: 4/6GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128GB eMMC 5.1 storage (expandable)
• Software & UI: Funtouch OS 14 on top of Android 14
• Rear Camera: Dual (50MP primary, 0.08MP auxiliary)
• Front Camera: 5MP sensor (teardrop notch)
• Security: Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
• Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 5 (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS / AGPS / Glonass / Galileo / Beidou, USB-C, 4G LTE
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient light, E-compass, Proximity
• Battery: 5150mAh with 15W charging (15W adapter inside the box)
• Price in Nepal: NPR 16,999 (4/128GB), NPR 18,499 (6/128GB)
• Buy Vivo Y19s here

4. Redmi 13 4G

The newly launched Redmi 13 4G takes the third spot on our list of best phones under NPR 20000 in Nepal. It’s the successor to the Redmi 12 (which also makes a cameo on our list), and it brings a couple of upgrades here and there. Although there are some disappointing downgrades too.

Most notably in terms of cameras because while Xiaomi has swapped that 50MP main camera for a 108MP one here, the Redmi 13 4G gets rid of the useful ultrawide shooter for some reason. But when we tested them both, we found that the new 108MP sensor performs significantly better. It now has a 13MP selfie camera instead of an 8MP one.

HyperOS ftw

Getting to performance, the Redmi 13 4G enjoys MediaTek’s new “Helio G91 Ultra” chip. Having said that, this is nothing but a rebranded Helio G88 found on the Redmi 12. The good news, at least, is that it boots on Android 14-based HyperOS right out of the box.

Other than all this, the Redmi 13 4G has an identical 6.79-inch IPS display with a 90Hz refresh rate. This one is also protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass, but Xiaomi hasn’t clarified exactly which generation of Gorilla Glass has been used here. Then there are a few upgrades in terms of both battery capacity and charging speed as well.

Redmi 13 4G Specifications:

• Display: 6.79-inch IPS LCD screen, FHD+, 90Hz refresh rate
• Chipset: MediaTek Helio G91-Ultra 4G (12nm mobile platform)
• Memory: 6/8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128/256GB eMMC 5.1 storage (expandable)
• Software & UI: HyperOS 1.0 on top of Android 14
• Rear Camera: Dual (108MP primary, 2MP macro)
• Front Camera: 13MP sensor (hole-punch)
• Security: Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
• Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 5 (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.4, GPS / AGPS / Glonass / Beidou, USB-C, 4G LTE
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient light, E-compass, Virtual proximity
• Battery: 5030mAh with 33W charging (33W adapter inside the box)
• Price in Nepal: NPR 18,999 (6/128GB) | NPR 21,999* (8/256GB)
• Buy Redmi 13 4G here

3. Samsung Galaxy M14

Galaxy M14 (4G) is yet another option you can consider when shopping for the best phones under NPR 20000 in Nepal. It’s available in two memory configurations: 4/64GB and 6/128GB and let me tell you one thing right away, if you can extend your budget, then definitely go with the 6/128GB variant. Definitely.

Price drop!

Because while Samsung’s One UI is great and all, that experience is simply not that enjoyable on the phone with just 4GB memory. And the good news is that the 6/128GB variant of Galaxy M14 recently saw a price drop in Nepal as well. It originally sold for NPR 22,999, and you can get it for NPR 20,999 these days.

Anyway, this is a typical budget phone from Samsung. It’s got a similar design language to what we’ve seen on most Samsung phones recently, you get an average display with a teardrop notch for the selfie camera, while its performance is nothing to write home about either. The Galaxy M14 is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 680 chip, which means you gotta be quite patient with this guy in everyday use.

In terms of software, it boots on Android 13-based One UI 5.0. Samsung has committed to 2 years of OS and 4 years of security updates for this guy, and it has already tasted the One UI 6.0 Core (Android 14) update. But even on a budget phone, Samsung flexes its camera muscles since the Galaxy M14’s 50MP main camera can take pretty impressive shots. Granted that there’s sufficient light and all that.

Samsung Galaxy M14 Specifications:

• Display: 6.7-inch PLS LCD screen, HD+, 90Hz refresh rate
• Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G (6nm mobile platform)
• Memory: 4/6GB RAM, 64/128GB storage (expandable)
• Software & UI: One UI 5.0 on top of Android 13
• Rear Camera: Triple (50MP primary, 2MP depth, 2MP macro)
• Front Camera: 13MP sensor (teardrop notch)
• Security: Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
• Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 5 (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.1, GPS / AGPS / Glonass / Galileo / Beidou / QZSS, USB-C, 4G LTE
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Light, Proximity
• Battery: 5000mAh with 25W charging (no power adapter provided)
• Price in Nepal: NPR 20,999* (6/128GB)
• Read our Samsung Galaxy M14 review
• Buy Samsung Galaxy M14 here

2. HMD Crest

HMD Crest is the latest entry to our list of best phones under NPR 20000 in Nepal, and it rightfully takes the first spot. Under the hood, it brings a fairly capable UNISOC T760, a 5G chip fabbed on a 6nm processor. It is paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.

OLED on a budget

This phone brings an OLED panel with an FHD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate for this range and it’s very commendable. So, you can expect great visuals and good contrast. On the optics side, it brings a dual-camera setup, comprising of 50MP main camera and a 2MP depth sensing unit. Upfront, there is a 50MP selfie snapper.

In terms of design, it features a flat frame design with slightly curved edges. For ingress protection, there is an IP52 rating as well. One peculiar feature here is that HMD offers home-based repairability for the screen, charging port, battery, and back panel. Likewise, fueling the HMD Crest is a 5000mAh cell with 33W fast charging support.

HMD Crest Specifications:

• Display: 6.67-inch OLED screen, FHD+, 90Hz refresh rate
• Chipset: UNISOC T760 5G (6nm mobile platform)
• Memory: 6GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128GB eMMC 5.1 storage (expandable)
• Software & UI: Android 14
• Rear Camera: Dual (50MP primary, 2MP depth)
• Front Camera: 50MP sensor (hole-punch)
• Security: Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
• Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 5 (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.3, GPS / AGPS / Glonass / Beidou, USB-C, 5G NR
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient light, E-compass, Gyroscope
• Battery: 5000mAh with 33W charging (33W adapter inside the box)
• Price in Nepal: NPR 18,999 (6/128GB)
• Buy HMD Crest here

1. Moto G35 5G 

Moto G35 5G ranks at no. 1 in our list for best smartphones you can buy under NPR 20,000 in Nepal. This phone gives you 5G connectivity at a really affordable price, which is hard to find in this budget range. The design looks clean with three color options, and you can get vegan leather on the red and green variants if you want something different from the usual plastic phones.

The 6.72-inch display with 120Hz refresh rate feels smooth for scrolling and gaming, and it’s protected by Gorilla Glass 3 so it won’t scratch easily. The Unisoc T760 processor handles everyday apps fine – you won’t have issues with social media, messaging, or light gaming. You get up to 8GB RAM and can expand storage to 1TB with a microSD card, which is plenty for most users.

The camera takes good photos with its 50MP main sensor, and the ultrawide lens is useful for group shots or landscapes. The 5,000mAh battery easily lasts a full day, though charging at 18W is a bit slow. Overall, if you want a decent 5G phone under 20k that covers all the basics well, the Moto G35 5G is your best bet.

Moto G35 5G Specifications

• Display: 6.72″ LCD Panel, 120Hz refresh rate, Up to 240Hz touch sampling rate, 391PPI pixel density, Corning Gorilla Glass 3, FHD+ (1,080 x 2,400)
• Chipset: Octa-core Unisoc T760 (6nm)
• RAM: 4GB or 8GB + RAM Boost up to 4GB or 8GB
• ROM: 128GB or 256GB + 1TB expandable with MicroSD card
• OS & UI: Android 14 with My UX on top
• Rear Camera: Dual Camera (50MP Primary + 8MP Ultrawide)
• Front Camera: 16MP Camera (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
• Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
• Sensors: Proximity, Accelerometer, Ambient Light, Gyroscope, SAR, E-Compass
• Battery: 5,000 mAh cell with 18W charging
• Connectivity: Dual SIM, 5G, Dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth v5.0, USB 2.0 Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
• Buy Moto G35 Here

Summary list of the best mobile phones under NPR 20000 in Nepal

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