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Microsoft Lumia 540 Dual SIM#6401

Released: 2015

Microsoft Lumia 540 Dual SIM

Overall Score

23.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6401)23.9
Performance(#6413)42.4
Camera(#9511)12.7
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#5912)20.4
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5950)36.4
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Microsoft Lumia 540 Dual SIM features a compact design with dimensions of 144 x 73.7 x 8.6 mm and a weight of 152 grams, available in multiple colors including orange and black.
  • It sports a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 chipset, a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, and 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks but may struggle with more demanding applications.
  • The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera with autofocus and a 5 MP front camera, capable of capturing standard quality images and videos at 480p.
  • Battery life is supported by a 2200 mAh capacity, though it lacks fast charging or wireless charging features.
  • The device runs on Microsoft Windows Phone 8.1 with Lumia Denim, offering a straightforward user interface.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone does not feature stereo speakers but includes a standard headphone jack.
  • Overall, the Lumia 540 is a basic smartphone suitable for users with minimal requirements.
  • Its build quality and design are functional, though it lacks advanced features found in newer models.

Specifications

General

Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 200 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 302
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, f/2.2, 28mm (wide), 1/4.0", AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie Video480p
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity2200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2200 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions144 x 73.7 x 8.6 mm (5.67 x 2.90 x 0.34 in)
Weight152 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsOrange, white, black, gray, blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows Phone 8.1 with Lumia Denim
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity