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Huawei Mate 40 RS

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Overview

Huawei Mate 40 RS is a budget Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 6.76-inch OLED, Kirin 9000 chipset, 52 main camera, and 4400 mAh battery.

Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Huawei Mate 40 RS

The display of Huawei Mate 40 RS measures 6.76 inches with OLED technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 1200 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1344 x 2772 px resolution.

Size
6.76 inches
Type
OLED
Resolution
1344 x 2772 px
Refresh Rate
90Hz
Peak Brightness
1200 nits
HDR
HDR10+

The camera system of Huawei Mate 40 RS features 4 rear cameras: 52 main, 20MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 5x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@240fps.

Main Sensor
52
Camera Count
4 cameras
Ultrawide
20MP, FOV: 120°
Telephoto
8MP, 5x optical zoom
Max Video
8K@24fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@240fps

The battery of Huawei Mate 40 RS has 4400mAh capacity with 66 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 50. A full charge takes approximately 90 min minutes.

Capacity
4400mAh
Wired Charging
66
Wireless Charging
50
Full Charge Time
90 min minutes

The performance of Huawei Mate 40 RS is powered by the Kirin 9000 chipset with ARM Mali-G78 24 cores GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 701462.

Chipset
Kirin 9000
CPU
1x Cortex • A77 3.13 GHz + 3x Cortex • A77 2.54GHz + 4x Cortex • A55 2.05GHz
GPU
ARM Mali-G78 24 cores
AnTuTu Score
701462

The connectivity of Huawei Mate 40 RS includes 5G support.

5G
Yes

The build of Huawei Mate 40 RS weighs 234g with stainless-steel frame and Ceramic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 162.9 x 75.5 x 10.1 mm.

Dimensions
162.9 x 75.5 x 10.1 mm
Weight
234g
Frame
stainless-steel
Back
Ceramic
IP Rating
IP68

Compare Huawei Mate 40 RS

Huawei Mate 40 RS vs Samsung Galaxy A34

Huawei Mate 40 RS supports faster 66 charging compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

66 fast charging
Kirin 9000
6.76" display

Huawei Mate 40 RS vs Motorola Moto G Power

Huawei Mate 40 RS supports faster 66 charging compared to Motorola Moto G Power.

66 fast charging
Kirin 9000
6.76" display

Huawei Mate 40 RS vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

Huawei Mate 40 RS supports faster 66 charging compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

66 fast charging
Kirin 9000
6.76" display

Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Mate 40 RS

Yes, Huawei Mate 40 RS is good for photography with its 52 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.

Related: mobile photography

Huawei Mate 40 RS with Kirin 9000 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

Huawei Mate 40 RS receives 3 years of updates through 2029. This provides solid software support for the device's lifespan.

Related: software support

Yes, Huawei Mate 40 RS supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.

Related: 5G connectivity

Yes, Huawei Mate 40 RS is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.

Related: water resistance

Huawei Mate 40 RS has a 4400mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.

Related: battery life

Huawei Mate 40 RS at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

Huawei Mate 40 RS supports 66 wired charging with full charge in approximately 90 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 50.

Related: fast charging

Huawei Mate 40 RS has a 6.76-inch OLED with 90Hz refresh rate and 1200 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10+.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The Huawei Mate 40 RS delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in versatile camera system. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

6.76"

Main Camera

52

Chipset

Kirin 9000

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyN/A
2G BandsN/A
3G BandsN/A
4G LTE BandsN/A
5G Sub-6 Bandsn1-n78
5G mmWave Bands
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMNano-SIM
Dual SIM Modedual-5g
eSIM SupportN/A
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA Support2cc-4cc

Launch

Announced2020
StatusN/A
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)162.9 x 75.5 x 10.1 mm
Weight (g)234
Build MaterialsCeramics
Framestainless-steel
Back FinishCeramic
ColorsN/A
IP RatingIP68
Rugged Certifications
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge Type
Folded Dimensions
Thermal Solutiongraphite-sheet
Notification/Alert
Hapticslinear-motor

Display

Panel TypeOLED
Size (inches)6.76
Resolution (px)1344 x 2772 px
Aspect Ratio16:33
Pixel Density (ppi)456
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)94
Refresh Rate (Hz)90
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)240
Peak Brightness (nits)1200
HDR StandardsHDR10+
Color GamutDCI-P3
Color Depth10
PWM Dimming (Hz)1440
Glass ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
Curvature88
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchN/A
Update Policy3 years
ChipsetKirin 9000
CPU1x Cortex • A77 3.13 GHz + 3x Cortex • A77 2.54GHz + 4x Cortex • A55 2.05GHz
GPUARM Mali-G78 24 cores
NPU/AI TOPs100 TOPS
ISP Featuresdual-ISP
Modemkirin-9000-5g
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu Score701462
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAMN/A
RAM TypeLPDDR5
StorageN/A
Storage TypeHuawei SFS 1.0
Storage Speedufs3.1
Expandable StorageN/A
Slot TypeN/A
USB OTG
Filesystem EncryptionF2FS

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras4
Main Sensor52
Main Sensor Size1/1.28"
Main Sensor ModelSony IMX700
Main Lensf/1.9, 23mm
OIS
Autofocuslaser-af
Pixel Binning1.22 um
Ultrawide20MP, FOV: 120°
Telephoto8MP, 5x optical zoom
Macro8
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashDual-LED
Video Resolution8K@24fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@240fps
HDR/Dolby Vision VideoHDR10+
Video Codecsh.265-hevc
Slow Motion960fps
Video Stabilizationois-eis
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution13
Sensor Size1/3.6
Aperturef/2.2
AF/OISN/A
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video1080p-30fps
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlock3d-tof

Audio

LoudspeakersN/A
3.5mm JackN/A
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones1
Bluetooth Codecsaptx-hd-lhdc
DAC/Amphuawei-sound-amplifier

Connectivity

Wi-FiN/A
Wi-Fi FeaturesN/A
BluetoothN/A
NFCN/A
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningN/A
Dual-Band GNSSN/A
FM RadioN/A
USBUSB Type C
Display Out
eSIM CapacityN/A

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorOptical
3D Face IDN/A
AccelerometerN/A
GyroscopeN/A
MagnetometerN/A
Proximity SensorN/A
Ambient LightN/A
BarometerN/A
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsHeart rate, SpO2
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)4400
TypeLi-Polymer
RemovableN/A
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging66
Wired Standard66W
0-50% Time (mins)30 min
Full Charge Time90 min
Wireless Charging50
Wireless Standard50W
Reverse Wireless7.5
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box
Battery Health Featuressmart-charging

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 10 (EMUI 11)
Update Window3 years
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy Featuresapp-lock
Accessibilityhuawei-voice-assistant
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger-cable-case
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

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.

B

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.

C

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!

Review

Huawei Mate 40 RS Review: Solid Performance for the Price

7.2/10
Very Good

Our comprehensive review of the Huawei Mate 40 RS covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.6 stars)
Pros
  • + Outstanding 52MP camera system
  • + Wireless charging support
Cons
  • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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