The Razr 40 launched in India in July 2023 at Rs 59,999, making it one of the cheapest mainstream clamshell foldables available at the time and a direct alternative to the far pricier Galaxy Z Flip 5. It folds flat without a visible gap and comes in soft vegan leather finishes that give it a grippy, distinctive feel.
Inside, a 6.9-inch pOLED main display runs at up to 144Hz, while the cover screen is a small 1.5-inch panel that shows notifications, time and a camera viewfinder but little else. The Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 is a mid-range chip, fine for daily use but not a gaming performer, and the hinge holds the phone at angles for hands-free video calls.
Its 64 MP main camera with OIS and 13 MP ultrawide produce decent results, and the 4200 mAh battery is notably larger than in most flip phones of the period, comfortably lasting a day. Charging is 33W wired with 8W wireless. Against the Galaxy Z Flip 5 it gives up the big cover screen and flagship chip but costs tens of thousands less.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 59,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | July 2023 |
| Segment | Foldable |
| Display | 6.9-inch, Foldable pOLED, 1.5-inch OLED cover display, 144Hz, 1080 x 2640 |
| Processor | Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 64 MP main + 13 MP ultrawide |
| Front camera | 32 MP |
| Battery | 4200 mAh |
| Charging | 33W wired, wireless |
| Software at launch | Android 13 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Water/dust rating | IP52 |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Weight | 188.6 g |
| Colours | Sage Green, Summer Lilac, Vanilla Cream |
What we like
- Most affordable mainstream flip at launch
- Large battery for a flip phone
- Gapless fold and smooth 144Hz screen
- Wireless charging included
What could be better
- Tiny cover display is limited
- Mid-range chipset
- Only IP52 splash resistance
Who should buy it
First-time foldable buyers who want the flip experience without paying flagship prices.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (July 2023). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.