Overall Score
61.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#2197)61.5
Performance(#2401)64.8
Camera(#2371)44.9
Display(#4971)70.5
Battery(#1555)60.0
Build(#1362)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Huawei P40 lite
Short Review
- The Huawei P40 Lite features a sleek design with dimensions of 159.2 x 76.3 x 8.7 mm and a weight of 183 grams, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 6.4-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2310 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 398 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and has a 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Kirin 810 chipset, it delivers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 6GB or 8GB of RAM alongside 128GB of storage.
- The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, a 2 MP macro, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video, while the 16 MP front camera captures decent selfies.
- The 4200 mAh battery supports fast charging at 40W, ensuring quick power replenishment without wireless charging.
- Running on Android 10 with EMUI 10, it lacks Google Play Services but offers a range of features through its own ecosystem.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, while a USB Type-C port allows for versatile connections.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Black and Emerald Green, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
- While it does not support 5G, it remains a capable smartphone for everyday tasks.
- The absence of stereo speakers is noted, but it retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, February 27
Announced2020, February 27
DescriptionAlso available with 5GVersions: JNY-L21A, JNY-L01A, JNY-L21B, JNY-L22A, JNY-L02A, JNY-L22B
Display
Size6.4"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2310 pixels (~398 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetKirin 810 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.27 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x1.88 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G52 MP6
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide)2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4200 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details40W wired, 70% in 30 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions159.2 x 76.3 x 8.7 mm (6.27 x 3.00 x 0.34 in)
Weight183 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Emerald Green, Light Pink/Blue, Skyline Gray
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat13 400/75 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10, EMUI 10, no Google Play Services
OS VersionAndroid 10, EMUI 10, no Google Play Services
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes