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Does the newly launched Moto E40 hit the mark? Prune has the answer for you!

The Indian smartphone market has been welcoming a range of budget-friendly devices this festive season, and out of which, some manage to stand out while the others get lost in the crowd. Now, Motorola Moto E40 has joined the competition of the under-10k segment. With its recent launch on October 12, the affordable and sleek device is ready to compete as the next best buy for the festival of Diwali. 

The latest E-series model Moto E40 comes packed with a 90Hz HD+ display, a 48MP triple camera system, and a 5000 mAh battery. Along with these features, it also has expandable storage of up to 1TB and is powered by an octa-core Unisoc T700 SoC. So, if you’re looking to gift yourself and your loved ones with this new smartphone from Motorola, take a look at this review by Prune before you make your purchase. 

Price and availability 

You can grab the latest Motorola Moto E40 at a set price of Rs 9499 in India, which will be available for sale on Flipkart from October 17 onwards. This smartphone variant will come equipped with 4GB RAM + 64GB storage and has interesting colors to choose from, such as Carbon Gray and Pink Clay. For a device that promises top-notch performance overall, it sounds like a good deal at this fixed price. 

Camera

Moving beyond the basic features, a good camera is the most sought-after element in smartphones these days. But the Moto E40 might manage to set itself apart in the local market. The device sports a 48-megapixel primary sensor with an f/1.79 lens, a 2-megapixel macro shooter with an f/2.4 lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. This triple-camera setup will help in delivering well-detailed images with good contrast and aesthetic background blur. The camera app will offer you shoot options such as Panorama, Face Beauty, Macro Vision, and Pro Mode. 

Design 

This Motorola smartphone boasts a water-repellent design on its body with a rating of IP52 that will save your phone from spills and light rain. And along with this, the model also features an impressive high refresh-rate 6.5-inch display of 90Hz with a punch-hole design that offers a seamless scrolling and swiping experience during use. It also has a good resolution of 1600x720 pixels. This display can prove to be a decent element for a sub-10k price point smartphone. Also, the neutral color options of Carbon Gray and Pink Clay give the body a classy and neat look. 

Specifications and software

The dual-SIM smartphone operates on Android 11 with internal features such as Unisoc T700 SoC and 4GB RAM. It comes with a storage of 64GB which you can further expand up to 1TB using a microSD card. So, because of this easy expansion in the device, you can enjoy storing your photos and videos without any worry of the space running out. Besides this, Moto E40 also has advanced sensors such as a proximity sensor, fingerprint reader, accelerometer, and ambient light.

Performance and battery life

The recent budget variant from Motorola offers a near-stock version of Android and is powered by an octa-core Unisoc T700 processor, which gives a decent edge to its performance and strong graphics. And with a powerful battery setup of 5000mAh with 10W charging in the device, it can hold its performance for hours without needing a boost. Also, it has connectivity options such as Wi-Fi 802.11, 4G, Bluetooth, USB Type-C port, and FM radio.

Verdict

With an under-10k price range of the Motorola Moto E40 smartphone, its overall performance delivery sounds promising. From a good rear triple camera setup and 1TB of expandable storage to the powerful processor and water-resistant body, this stylish new smartphone is a good buy for your phone upgrade and as a gifting option for the festivities.

To check out and compare other smartphones that meet your needs best, visit the Prune website or app for a detailed comparison of new devices.