Honor V40 Lite
$300
Overview
Honor V40 Lite is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2021 with a 6.57-inch OLED, Dimensity 800 chipset, 64 main camera, and 3800 mAh battery.
Priced at $300, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Honor V40 Lite
The display of Honor V40 Lite measures 6.57 inches with OLED technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 800 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2340 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor V40 Lite features 4 rear cameras: 64 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Honor V40 Lite has 3800mAh capacity with 66 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 90 min minutes.
The performance of Honor V40 Lite is powered by the Dimensity 800 chipset with Mali-G57 MC3 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 600 single-core and 2400 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 380000.
The memory of Honor V40 Lite offers 8GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Honor V40 Lite includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.1. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Honor V40 Lite weighs 169.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 160.1 x 74.1 x 7.6 mm.
The software of Honor V40 Lite runs Android 10, Magic UI 4.0, no Google Play Services with Magic UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor V40 Lite
Yes, Honor V40 Lite is good for photography with its 64 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.
Yes, Honor V40 Lite handles gaming well with its Dimensity 800. Most games run smoothly at medium to high settings.
Honor V40 Lite receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor V40 Lite supports 5G connectivity with Sub-6GHz bands for fast mobile data. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Honor V40 Lite has a 3800mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor V40 Lite at $300 is a mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Honor V40 Lite supports 66 wired charging with full charge in approximately 90 min minutes.
Honor V40 Lite is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor V40 Lite has a 6.57-inch OLED with 90Hz refresh rate and 800 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Honor V40 Lite delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. The phone excels in versatile camera system. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.57"
Main Camera
64
Chipset
Dimensity 800
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE / |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 2CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2021 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, March 28 |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $450 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 160.1 x 74.1 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 169.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front, aluminum frame, plastic back |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Black", "Blue", "Green"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Graphite Sheet |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.57 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2340 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 392 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 89.3 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 180 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 800 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 1920 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | 2.5D |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 10, Magic UI 4.0, no Google Play Services |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Dimensity 800 |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC3 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | AI HDR, Night Mode |
| Modem | Dimensity 800 5G |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 600 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2400 |
| AnTuTu Score | 380000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 4 |
| Main Sensor | 64 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.7 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1.9, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 960fps |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 32 |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.8 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | Screen flash |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Under Display, Optical) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3800 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 66 |
| Wired Standard | 66 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 25 min |
| Full Charge Time | 90 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 66W |
| Battery Health Features | Battery Care |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 10, Magic UI 4.0, no Google Play Services |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Magic UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App Lock, Private Space |
| Accessibility | screen reader, magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, cable, case, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!