Overall Score
54.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#5978)54.5
Performance(#7387)54.3
Camera(#5347)42.1
Display(#3789)70.5
Battery(#5430)43.5
Build(#4083)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Microsoft Lumia 540 Dual SIM
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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.2, 28mm (wide), 1/4.0", AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie Video480p
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2200 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions144 x 73.7 x 8.6 mm (5.67 x 2.90 x 0.34 in)
Weight152 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsOrange, white, black, gray, blue
Foldable✗
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
Software
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows Phone 8.1 with Lumia Denim
OS VersionMicrosoft Windows Phone 8.1 with Lumia Denim
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes