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Huawei P40 phone review — specs and Genze score

Huawei P40 Specifications

Not to be confused with Huawei P40 4G

Huawei

Released 2020, Apr 7

6 / 8 GB RAM · Kirin 990 5G (7 nm+)

  • 175g, 8.5mm thickness
  • Android 10, EMUI 12, no Google Play Services
  • 128GB/256GB storage, Nano Memory

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 7.4
Display 6.9
Performance 5.8
Camera 8
Body 6.3
Gaming 6.3
Software 4.4
Connectivity 7.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 6.6/10

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Quick specifications

6.1"

1080x2340 pixels

50MP

2160p

6/8GB RAM

Kirin 990 5G

3800mAh

23W

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6.6 /10
Performance 5.8/10
Battery 7.4/10
Display 6.9/10
Camera 8/10
Body 6.3/10
Gaming 6.3/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 7.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
7 nm 2.86 GHz BT 5.1 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2020

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
5G bands 1, 3, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G
Announced 2020, March 26
Status Available. Released 2020, April 07
Dimensions 148.9 x 71.1 x 8.5 mm (5.86 x 2.80 x 0.33 in)
Weight 175 g (6.17 oz)
Build Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
SIM ?? Nano-SIM + eSIM
?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
??? IP53 dust protected and water resistant

(vertical water sprays)
Type OLED
Size 6.1 inches, 91.3 cm2 (~86.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~422 ppi density)
OS Android 10, EMUI 12, no Google Play Services
Chipset Kirin 990 5G (7 nm+)
CPU Octa-core (2x2.86 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x2.36 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Mali-G76 MP16
Card slot Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
??? UFS 3.0
Triple 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22??m, multi-directional PDAF, OIS

8 MP, f/2.4, 80mm (telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom

16 MP, f/2.2, 17mm (ultrawide), AF
Features Leica optics, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@960fps; gyro-EIS
Single 32 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8??m

IR TOF 3D, (biometrics sensor only)
Features HDR
Video 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack No
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 3.1, OTG
Sensors Infrared Face ID, fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 3800 mAh
Charging 22.5W wired
Colors Silver Frost, Blush Gold, Deep Sea Blue, Ice White, Black
Models ANA-AN00, ANA-TN00, ANA-NX9, ANA-LX4
Price About 520 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 486583 (v8)

GeekBench: 12619 (v4.4), 3148 (v5.1)

GFXBench: 37fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display 589 nits max brightness (measured)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker -28.9 LUFS (Average)
Battery (old) Endurance rating 89h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huawei P40 worth buying in 2026?

Huawei P40 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 6.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Huawei P40 good for gaming?

Huawei P40 scores 63/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Huawei P40?

Huawei P40 has a 3,800 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Huawei P40 have?

Huawei P40 features a 6.10-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Huawei P40 water resistant?

Huawei P40 is rated IP53. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Huawei P40 have?

Huawei P40 is available with 6 / 8 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Huawei P40?

Genze rates Huawei P40 6.6/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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