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Huawei P40 lite 5G phone review — specs and Genze score

Huawei P40 lite 5G Specifications

Also available with 4G/LTE only

Huawei

Released 2020, May 15

6 / 8 GB RAM · Kirin 820 5G (7 nm)

  • 189g, 8.6mm thickness
  • Android 10, EMUI 10.1
  • 128GB storage, Nano Memory

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 7.8
Display 5.6
Performance 5.8
Camera 4.9
Body 5.2
Gaming 5.7
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 5.8/10

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Quick specifications

6.5"

1080x2400 pixels

64MP

2160p

6/8GB RAM

Kirin 820 5G

4000mAh

40W

Score breakdown

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5.8 /10
Performance 5.8/10
Battery 7.8/10
Display 5.6/10
Camera 4.9/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 5.7/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
7 nm 2.36 GHz BT 5.1 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, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66
5G bands 1, 3, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G
Announced 2020, May 15. Released 2020, May 28
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 162.3 x 75 x 8.6 mm (6.39 x 2.95 x 0.34 in)
Weight 189 g (6.67 oz)
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type IPS LCD, HDR10
Size 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~83.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~405 ppi density)
OS Android 10, EMUI 10.1, no Google Play Services
Chipset Kirin 820 5G (7 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x2.36 GHz Cortex-A76 & 3x2.22 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.84 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Mali-G57 (6-core)
Card slot Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Quad 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF

8 MP, f/2.4, 17mm (ultrawide)

2 MP (macro)

Auxiliary lens
Features LED flash, Panorama, HDR
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Single 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Features HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 4000 mAh
Charging 40W wired, 70% in 30 min

5W reverse wired
Colors Crush Green, Space Silver, Midnight Black
Models CDY-NX9A
Price About 190 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huawei P40 lite 5G worth buying in 2026?

Huawei P40 lite 5G is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.8/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Huawei P40 lite 5G good for gaming?

Huawei P40 lite 5G scores 57/100 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 lite 5G?

Huawei P40 lite 5G has a 4,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Huawei P40 lite 5G have?

Huawei P40 lite 5G features a 6.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Huawei P40 lite 5G have?

Huawei P40 lite 5G is available with 6 / 8 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Huawei P40 lite 5G?

Genze rates Huawei P40 lite 5G 5.8/10 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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