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Huawei P40 4G phone review — specs and Genze score

Huawei P40 4G Specifications

Not to be confused with Huawei P40 with 5G

Huawei

Released 2021, Feb 26

4 / 8 GB RAM · Kirin 990 (7 nm+)

  • 175g, 8.5mm thickness
  • Android 10, EMUI, no Google Play Services
  • 128GB 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 4.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Genze total: 6.4/10

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Quick specifications

6.1"

1080x2340 pixels

50MP

2160p

4/8GB RAM

Kirin 990

3800mAh

23W

Score breakdown

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6.4 /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 4.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
7 nm 2.86 GHz BT 5.1 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2021

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands LTE
Speed HSPA, LTE
Announced 2021, February 26
Status Available. Released 2021, February 26
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, no Google Play Services
Chipset Kirin 990 (7 nm+)
CPU Octa-core (2x2.86 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x2.09 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.86 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Mali-G76 MP16
Card slot Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 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 Frost Silver, Dark Blue
Models ANA-AL00
Price About 500 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huawei P40 4G worth buying in 2026?

Huawei P40 4G is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 6.4/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Huawei P40 4G good for gaming?

Huawei P40 4G 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 4G?

Huawei P40 4G has a 3,800 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Huawei P40 4G have?

Huawei P40 4G features a 6.10-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Huawei P40 4G water resistant?

Huawei P40 4G is rated IP53. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Huawei P40 4G have?

Huawei P40 4G is available with 4 / 8 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Huawei P40 4G?

Genze rates Huawei P40 4G 6.4/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

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