Honor Honor V40
$333
Overview
Honor Honor V40 is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2021 with a 6.72-inch OLED, MediaTek Dimensity 1000 Plus MT6889Z chipset, 50 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $333, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Honor Honor V40
The display of Honor Honor V40 measures 6.72 inches with OLED technology and 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 800 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1236x2676 resolution.
The camera system of Honor Honor V40 features 3 rear cameras: 50 main, 8MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 3x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 3840x2160 @ 30 fps.
The battery of Honor Honor V40 has 4000mAh capacity with 66 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 55. A full charge takes approximately 55 min minutes.
The performance of Honor Honor V40 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1000 Plus MT6889Z chipset with ARM Mali-G77 MC9 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 541437.
The connectivity of Honor Honor V40 includes 5G support.
The build of Honor Honor V40 weighs 186g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP53. Dimensions measure 163.1 x 74.3 x 8 mm.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor Honor V40
Yes, Honor Honor V40 is good for photography with its 50 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.
Honor Honor V40 with MediaTek Dimensity 1000 Plus MT6889Z can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor Honor V40 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor Honor V40 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Honor Honor V40 has IP53 protection against dust and water.
Honor Honor V40 has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Honor Honor V40 at $333 is a mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Honor Honor V40 supports 66 wired charging with full charge in approximately 55 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 55.
Honor Honor V40 has a 6.72-inch OLED with 120Hz refresh rate and 800 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10+.
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Verdict
The Honor Honor V40 delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. The phone excels in versatile camera system, smooth 120Hz display. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.72"
Main Camera
50
Chipset
MediaTek Dimensity 1000 Plus MT6889Z
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | N/A |
| 2G Bands | N/A |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | n1, n3, n41, n77, n78 |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual standby |
| eSIM Support | N/A |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 2CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2021 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $478.71 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 163.1 x 74.3 x 8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 186 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy, Glass |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | N/A |
| IP Rating | IP53 |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Linear Motor |
Display
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.72 |
| Resolution (px) | 1236x2676 |
| Aspect Ratio | 103:223 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 439 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 91 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 300 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 800 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10+ |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 1440 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | N/A |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 1000 Plus MT6889Z |
| CPU | 4x Cortex • A77 2.6GHz + 4x Cortex • A55 2.0GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G77 MC9 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 3.0 TOPS |
| ISP Features | 4K video recording, HDR |
| Modem | 5G NR |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 541437 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 3.1 |
| Expandable Storage | N/A |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 3 |
| Main Sensor | 50 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.28" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX766 |
| Main Lens | f/1.9, 23mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.22µm |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 8MP, 3x optical zoom |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 3840x2160 @ 30 fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265, HEVC |
| Slow Motion | 960 |
| Video Stabilization | OIS + EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.8" |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 3D Structured Light |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | N/A |
| 3.5mm Jack | N/A |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX HD, LDAC, AAC |
| DAC/Amp | Hi-Res Audio certified |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | N/A |
| Wi-Fi Features | N/A |
| Bluetooth | N/A |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | N/A |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | N/A |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity | N/A |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Optical |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | N/A |
| Gyroscope | N/A |
| Magnetometer | N/A |
| Proximity Sensor | N/A |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | N/A |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Heart rate, SpO2 |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | N/A |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 66 |
| Wired Standard | USB Power Delivery |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 25 min |
| Full Charge Time | 55 min |
| Wireless Charging | 55 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | |
| Reverse Wired | 5 |
| Charger in Box | 66 |
| Battery Health Features | Battery Care |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 10 |
| 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!
Honor Honor V40 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Honor Honor V40 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent value for money
- + Wireless charging support
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
- - Limited water resistance