In the current world that we are living right now, choosing the right smartphone can be very hard and tricky at the same time. In addition, the market right is flogged with many mid-range smartphones offering flagship features. Today’s guide will tell you the suitable models to find for less than KSH 40,000.
If you are not an individual who needs a phone for playing games that require more RAM/Storage and doesn’t need razor night images, then this guide suits you.
Redmi Note 10 Pro
With this Model here, the manufacturer guarantees you at least one thing for sure. Premium features at an affordable price. For KSh 29,000 On Jumia, you will find here an attractive case that is easier to grasp due to its less weight. Some of the components that make this Phone stand out is the huge 6.67-inch display,120 Hz refresh rate(Phones less KSH 40,00 don’t offer this), powerful 5020 mAh battery, the energy-efficient Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G, Quad Camera setup we are talking of 108MP Main camera, ultra-wide-angle lens, and the macro lens.
Specifications:
- Display: 6.67 inch AMOLED display with 120 Hz, resolves in Full HD + (2400 x 1080 pixels)
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G
- RAM: 6 GB or 8 GB of memory
- Storage space: Depending on the version, 64 GB or 128 GB internal storage
- Quadruple camera: 108 MP (main lens), 8 MP (ultra wide-angle), 5 MP (macro), 2 MP (depth sensor)
- Front camera: 16 MP
- Battery: 5020 mAh, fast charging (33 W), no wireless charging, no reverse wireless charging
- Operating system: Android 11 with MIUI 12 pre-installed at the factory
- Connections: USB-C
- Dual SIM: Yes (4G)
- NFC: yes
- Fingerprint sensor: built into the power button
- Price: from KSh 29,000
Xiaomi Mi 10T-Lite 5G
Still, on Xiaomi, we find the Mi 10T-Lite 5G under this price segment. Why does this Phone stand out? One thing is for sure. You are guaranteed a 5G connection, YAP! That’s right. There is also a 6.67-inch display which is suitable for large screen phones.
With this Model, AMOLED display is not offered, but instead, we find an IPS version that goes very well with the 120 Hz refresh rate. The device also supports HDR10, which means that cinema fans benefit from impressive contrasts in films and series. To add on, there is a 750G chipset from Qualcomm and quad-camera set up.
Specifications:
- Display: 6.67 inch LC display with 120 Hz, resolves in Full HD + (2400 x 1080 pixels)
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G
- RAM: 6 GB of working memory
- Storage space: Depending on the version, 64 GB or 128 GB internal storage
- Quadruple camera: 64 MP (main lens), 8 MP (ultra wide-angle), 2 MP (macro lens), 2 MP (depth sensor)
- Front camera: 16 MP
- Battery: 4820 mAh, Fast Charging (33 W), No Wireless Charging
- Operating system: Android 10 with MIUI 12 pre-installed at the factory
- Connections: USB-C, headphone jack
- Dual SIM: Yes (5G)
- NFC: yes
- Fingerprint sensor: built into the power button
- Price: from KES 20,250
Huawei P40 Lite 5G
Trust me you, that is the cheapest Model from Huawei’s P40 series that comes with a fast Kirin chip 6.5 inches display (IPS) and a good battery. The Phone, while on a full charge, will run for at least 48hrs.
For a smartphone less than KSH 40,000, the P40 Lite 5G assures you of one thing that is being energy-efficient. The 64 MP main camera takes very harp images, whether day or night, without forgetting the camera.
While you are switching to this Phone from other Android devices, the only setback is that you will not find google services here. However the manufacturer has a lot to offer if you have the guts to use this fantastic smartphone. In addition, there is also the 4G version of the same Model.
Specifications:
- Display: 6.5 inch LCD, resolves in Full HD + (2400 x 1080 pixels)
- Chipset: Kirin 820 5G
- RAM: 6 GB of working memory
- Storage: 128 GB internal storage
- Quadruple camera: 64 MP (main lens), 8 MP (ultra wide angle), 2 MP (macro), 2 MP (depth sensor)
- Front camera: 16 MP
- Battery: 5020 mAh, fast charging (33 W), no wireless charging, no reverse wireless charging
- Operating system: Android 11 with MIUI 12 pre-installed at the factory
- Connections: USB-C
- Dual SIM: Yes (4G)
- NFC: yes
- Fingerprint sensor: built into the power button
- Price: from KES 26,500
Oppo Reno 4Z 5G
If you are looking for the best smartphone less than KSH, the Oppo Reno4Z 5G should be on your bucket list. For around Ksh 34,000, you can get a first-class mid-range phone here. The features of this Phone are: the 6.57-inch IPS display with a 120 Hz refresh rate, 800 Dimensity from MediaTek, 5G modem, Quad camera set up. We are talking about a 48 MP main and an 8 MP ultra-wide-angle lens, as well as two 2 MP depth sensors. Also there is a 4000 mAh battery that ensures solid runtime.
Specifications:
- Display: 6.57 inch LC display with 120 Hz, resolves in Full HD + (2400 x 1080 pixels)
- Chipset: MediaTek MT6873V Dimensity 800 5G
- RAM: 8 GB of working memory
- Storage: 128 GB internal storage
- Quadruple camera: 48 MP (main lens), 8 MP (ultra wide angle), 2 MP (depth sensor), 2 MP (depth sensor)
- Front camera: 16 MP (primary lens), 2 MP (depth sensor)
- Battery: 4000 mAh, Fast Charging (18 W), No Wireless Charging
- Operating system: Android 10 with ColorOS 7.22 preinstalled
- Connections: USB-C
- Dual SIM: Yes (5G)
- NFC: yes
- Fingerprint sensor: installed on the side
- Price: KES 40,000
Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
Samsung provides here a mid-range smartphone for top bargainers. With this Model, you will find a 6.6-inch AMOLED display, 1600 x 720 pixels. A powerful primary camera (48 MP) and an ultra-wide-angle lens (8 MP) are available for photos. There is also a sensor for macro shots (2 MP) and a depth camera (2 MP). However, these additional sensors are more of a gimmick. You snap selfies with the front camera, which has a resolution of 16 MP and thus ensures sufficient sharpness.
It will be a shame if we don’t mention the 5000 mAh battery that can run the smartphone for at least day and night if fully charged.
Specifications
- Display: 6.6 inch AMOLED display (1600 x 720 pixels)
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 750 5G
- RAM: 4 GB, 6 GB, or 8 GB of memory
- Storage: 128 GB internal storage
- Quad camera: 48 MP (main lens), 8 MP (ultra wide angle), 5 MP (macro), 5 MP (depth sensor)
- Front camera: 20 MP
- Battery: 5000 mAh, fast charging (15 W), no wireless charging, no reverse wireless charging
- Operating system: Android 10 preinstalled, Android 11 available via update
- Connections: USB-C
- Dual SIM: Yes (4G)
- NFC: yes
- Fingerprint sensor: under the display
- Price: from KES 38,000
OnePlus Nord N10 5G
It is still relatively new on our Kenyan Markerts, but it is worth the try as it gives a lot of premium features for just less Money. The manufacturer presents this smartphone with a 5GB modem, a Snapdragon 690 chip, quad-camera with a 64 MP primary sensor, 6.49-inch display,90HZ refresh rate, and a 4300 mAh battery.
Specifications:
- Display: 6.49 inch LCD (90 Hz, 2400 x 1080 pixels)
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 5G
- RAM: 6 GB Memory
- Storage space: 128 GB internal memory
- Quad Camera: 64 MP (main lens), 8 MP (ultra wide angle), 2 MP (macro), 2 MP (depth sensor)
- Front Camera: 16 MP
- Battery: 4300 mAh, fast charging (30 W), no wireless charging, no reverse wireless charging
- Operating System: Android 10 preinstalled, with OxygenOS 10.5
- Connections: USB-C, USB On-The-Go
- Dual SIM: Yes
- NFC: Yes
- Fingerprint Sensor: on the back
- Price: from KES 29,500