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.

Note: In this list, we have also included a few smartphones that cost more than NPR 40000 — but not by a lot. We’ve done this so that you can further curate your choices, and also because we don’t want you to miss any good deal by spending NPR 1000 – 2000 more. The prices of such products are marked with an asterisk (*) at the end.

Best mobile phones under NPR 40000 in Nepal:

7. Honor 400 Lite

At number 6 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 Apple's 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 many 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 three 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.

Read our Honor 400 Lite review

Specifications:

• Design, build: 161 x 74.55 x 7.29 mm, 171 gm, IP65 rating
• 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)

6. Samsung Galaxy M36

 The newly launched Samsung Galaxy M36 5G bags the fourth spot in our best phones under 40,000 in Nepal list. It honestly doesn't bring many changes 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. 

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 as well as a respectable 1,000 nits of peak brightness. And running the show is Samsung's Exynos 1380 chip, built on a 4nm architecture. Yes, the same Exynos chip as the one on its predecessor. So, like the Honor 400 Lite above, you might wanna look elsewhere if gaming is a priority. But 6 years of OS + security updates on the Galaxy M36 is unlike anything else in this price range.

Read our Samsung Galaxy M36 5G review

Specifications:

• Design, build: 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.7 mm, 197 gm, IP67 rating
• 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 on top of 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 (25W power adapter provided)
• Price in Nepal: NPR 36,999 (8/128GB)

5. Infinix GT 30 5G

And bagging the bronze medal on our list of best phones under NPR 40000 in Nepal is the new Infinix GT 30 5G. Oh, and this is also the only gaming-centric phone on this list. Because on top of the powerful Dimensity 7400 chip, Infinix has also thrown in a bunch of features gamers are gonna absolutely love. Like the "GT Triggers", which are a couple of capacitive buttons on the right frame of the phone that you can customize to trigger different in-game actions. But we love how it can even be tuned for other applications, like the camera, and when you're playing some media. 

The Infinix GT 30 also supports bypass charging, so that the phone doesn't heat up when you're playing games with the charger plugged in. Even its design screams "gaming" with that cyberpunk-inspired look and customizable LED lights at the back. Besides, the GT 30's 144Hz AMOLED display is an absolute treat too. It gets plenty bright thanks to 1,600 nits of peak HBM brightness, while Infinix has also used Gorilla Glass 7i protection here. Other highlights of the Infinix GT 30 include a big 5500 mAh battery and a 64MP Sony camera.

Read our Infinix GT 30 review

Specifications:

• Design, build: 163.7 x 75.8 x 8 mm, 187 gm, IP64 rating
• Display: 6.78-inch AMOLED screen, 1.5K resolution, 144Hz refresh rate
• Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 7400 5G (6nm mobile platform)
• Memory: 8GB RAM, 128/256GB storage (non-expandable)
• Software & UI: XOS 15 on top of Android 15
• Rear Camera: Dual (64MP primary, 8MP ultrawide)
• Front Camera: 13MP sensor (hole-punch)
• Security: Fingerprint sensor (optical in-display)
• Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 6 (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, NFC, USB-C, 4G LTE, 5G
• Sensors: Accelerometer, E-compass, Gyroscope, Light, Proximity, GT triggers
• Battery: 5500 mAh with 45W charging (45W adapter inside the box)
• Price in Nepal: NPR 36,999 (8/256GB)

4. Realme 15T

The Realme 15T is a battery-focused option in this list of best phones under NPR 40,000 in Nepal. Its biggest highlight is the massive 7,000mAh battery, which Realme is clearly prioritizing in 2025 to deliver uninterrupted all-day (and beyond) usage. Despite the huge battery, the phone remains surprisingly slim at 7.79mm and weighs just 181 grams, while also offering IP66/IP68/IP69 water- and dust-resistance. On the front, it sports a 6.57-inch AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and up to 4,000 nits peak brightness, making it bright, smooth, and easy to use outdoors.

Under the hood, the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 powers the device, paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB or 256GB storage. Performance is decent for everyday tasks and light gaming, though it’s not meant for heavy gamers. The phone runs Realme UI 6.0 based on Android 15, offering a modern software experience with useful optimizations. In terms of cameras, the Realme 15T features a 50MP main camera along with a 2MP depth sensor, while the 50MP front camera delivers sharp selfies. Finally, the large 7,000mAh battery supports 60W fast charging, ensuring long battery life with reasonably quick top-ups.

Specifications:

• Design and Build: 7.79mm thickness, 181g, IP66 + IP68 + IP69 rating
• Display: 6.57-inch FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, up to 4,000 nits peak brightness
• Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 6400 (6nm)
• Memory: 8GB RAM, 128GB / 256GB storage
• Software & UI: Realme UI 6.0 based on Android 15
• Rear Camera: 50MP main (f/1.8) + 2MP depth sensor
• Front Camera: 50MP
• Security: In-display fingerprint sensor
• Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Proximity
• Audio: Stereo speakers

• Price in Nepal: NPR 39,999 (8/256GB), NPR 49,999 (12/512GB)

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3. Redmi Note 15 5G

Moving on, the Redmi Note 15 5G is a strong contender in the sub-NPR 40000 segment in Nepal. This new model brings in the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 SoC, a 4nm fabbed processor, making it a pretty great performer and a significant upgrade over older 4G models. It is paired with 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 256GB or 512GB of internal storage, which is expandable via a microSD card. 

Specifications:

• Design and Build: 164 x 75.4 x 7.4 mm, IP65 + IP66 rating
• Display: 6.77-inch FHD+ OLED, 1080 x 2392 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 3200 nits peak brightness, 12-bit colors
• Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 5G (4nm)
• Memory: 8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128/256GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable)
• Software & UI: HyperOS 2 based on Android 15
• Rear Camera: 108MP main, 8MP ultrawide
• Front Camera: 20MP (hole-punch)
• Security: In-display fingerprint sensor
• Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient light, E-compass, Gyroscope, Proximity
• Audio: Stereo speakers
• Battery: 5520mAh with 45W wired charging
• Price in Nepal: NPR 39,999 (8/256GB)

2. Nothing Phone (3a) Lite

The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is our second best pick on this list of best phones under NPR 40000 in Nepal. It stands out with its clean design, transparent back, and subtle LED accents, giving it a ‘Nothing’ feel. It weighs 199 grams, and has an IP54 splash-resistant rating. Likewise, the 6.77-inch AMOLED display is sharp, vibrant, and smooth with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro handles the performance side with 8GB RAM and 128/256GB storage. So, the phone handles daily tasks and gaming smoothly. On the software side, Nothing OS 3.5 on Android 15 keeps the interface clean and responsive.

In terms of the camera, you get a 50MP main, 8MP ultrawide, and 2MP macro sensor, delivering good daylight shots, while the 16MP front camera works well for selfies. There is no telephoto lens, though. On the battery side, you get a standard 5000mAh cell powering the entire setup with 33W fast charging support.

Specifications:

• Design and build: 164 x 78 x 8.3 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, 2MP macro)
• 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 37,199 (8/128GB) | NPR 42,499 (8/256GB)

1. CMF Phone 2 Pro

Finally, the CMF Phone 2 Pro is our best 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.

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.

Read our CMF Phone 2 Pro review

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 37,199 (8/128GB) | NPR 42,999 (8/256GB)

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

S. No.	Best phones under 40000 in Nepal	Price
1	CMF Phone 2 Pro (8/128GB)	NPR 37,199
2	Nothing Phone (3a) Lite (8/128GB)	NPR 37,199
3	Redmi Note 15 5G (8/256GB)	NPR 39,999
4	Realme 15T (8/256GB)	NPR 39,999
5	Infinix GT 30 5G (8/256GB)	NPR 36,999
6	Samsung Galaxy M36 5G (8/128GB)	NPR 36,999
7	Honor 400 Lite (12/256GB)	NPR 39,999

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