Overview
The Huawei P40 is Huawei's take on a value-focused smartphone, built around processor of HiSilicon Kirin 990, ram of 8 GB, storage of 128 GB.. For daily driving, calls, social apps and photos it should hold up well. On the other side, power users should weigh the chipset and battery against heavier alternatives. Below you'll find the full specifications, live prices across stores, our editor's verdict, and a quality-checked refurbished alternative that can get you the same specs for noticeably less. If you value getting more for your money, the refurbished route is worth a serious look before buying new.
Full Specifications
| Price | ₹ 55,990 |
|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 990 |
| CPU | 2.86 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Display | 6.1 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Operating System | Android v10.0 |
| Graphics | Mali-G76 MP16 |
| Battery | 3800 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 22.5W Fast Charging |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP ƒ/1.9 (Wide Angle) 8 MP ƒ/2.4 (Telephoto) 16 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) |
| Front Camera | 32 MP ƒ/2 (Wide Angle) IR TOF 3D |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Sim Size | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Release Date | March 26, 2020 |
| Dimensions | 71.1 x 148.9 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 175 g |
| Type | Color OLED Screen (16.7M) |
| Touch | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 |
| Ppi | ~ 422 PPI |
| Screen To Body Ratio | ~ 86.3% |
| Card Slot | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 256 GB |
| 3g | Yes |
| 4g | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.1, A2DP, LE |
| Usb | Yes, USB-C v3.1 |
| Sensors | Infrared face recognition, Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Color Spectrum |
| 3 5mm Headphone Jack | No |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Java | No |
| Music | Yes |
| Fm Radio | No |
| Battery Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Model | P40 |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Notch | Yes, Dual Punch Hole |
| Gprs | Yes |
| Edge | Yes |
| 5g | Yes |
| Volte | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Usb Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| Gps | Yes, with dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Nfc | Yes |
| Ip Rating | IP53 |
| Ois | Yes |
| Auto Focus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus |
| Features | Leica optics, Panorama, HDR |
| Flash | Yes, LED |
| Front Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Core Details | 2.86 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A76 + 2.36 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A76 + 1.95 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A55 |
| Browser | Yes, supports HTML5 |
| Yes | |
| Video | Yes |
| Document Reader | Yes |
| Ir Blaster | No |
Editor Verdict
“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”
Priyanka Singh has spent 8+ years reviewing consumer electronics in India, hands-on testing laptops, phones and TVs for real-world value. She focuses on what a device actually delivers for the price — and whether a refurbished unit is the smarter buy.
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How this model stacks up against nearby options
Huawei P40
This model |
Honor 30 Pro Plus
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Huawei Honor Magic 2 3D Edition
|
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|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 990 | HiSilicon Kirin 990 | HiSilicon Kirin 980 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | 512 GB |
| Display | 6.1 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels | 6.57 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels, 90 Hz | 6.39 inches, 2340 x 1080 pixels |
| Graphics | Mali-G76 MP16 | Mali-G76 MP16 | Mali-G76 MP10 |
| OS | Android v10.0 | Android v10.0 | Android v9.0 (Pie) |
Our take: In this price band, this model leads on paper — a sensible pick, and better value refurbished.
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