Overall Score
32.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#4607)32.2
Performance(#5075)52.9
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5070)44.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring BLU G40
Short Review
- The BLU G40 features a simple design with dimensions of 163.4 x 78.8 x 10.8 mm and a weight of 203g, available in multiple colors.
- Its 6.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 268 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Performance is driven by a quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 CPU paired with 3GB of RAM, allowing for basic multitasking and app usage.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording and an 8 MP front camera for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 3000mAh, which supports regular daily use but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 11, the software experience is straightforward without significant bloatware.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the BLU G40 offers essential features suitable for everyday tasks without advanced specifications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022
Announced2022
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~268 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUQuad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A75
GPUN/A
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera13 MP0.3 MP
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions163.4 x 78.8 x 10.8 mm (6.43 x 3.10 x 0.43 in)
Weight203 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue, Green, Cyan, Teal, White
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 11
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer