Overall Score
38.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#12177)38.4
Performance(#11160)54.3
Camera(#12278)0.0
Display(#12168)42.6
Battery(#11658)43.5
Build(#9734)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Siemens A40
Short Review
- The Siemens A40, released in 2001, features a compact design with dimensions of 118 x 46 x 27 mm and a weight of 122 grams, making it portable but somewhat bulky by modern standards.
- Its alphanumeric display measures 0 inches with a resolution of 2 x 16 characters, providing basic visibility without advanced features like HDR.
- Performance-wise, the device lacks a dedicated chipset, CPU, GPU, and RAM, limiting its capabilities to essential functions.
- The camera system is non-existent, with no rear or selfie cameras available, which is typical for phones of this era.
- The battery capacity is 600 mAh, supporting basic usage without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- The software environment is unspecified, and the phone does not support stereo speakers or a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options are minimal, with no support for 5G, WiFi, Bluetooth, or NFC.
- The A40 is available in seven colors, including Royal Blue and Raspberry Red, adding a touch of personalization.
- Overall, the Siemens A40 is a straightforward mobile device focused on basic communication rather than advanced features.
- Its design and functionality reflect the technology standards of the early 2000s.
Specifications
General
Release Date2001
Announced2001
DescriptionN/A
Display
SizeN/A
TypeAlphanumeric
Resolution2 x 16 chars
PPI2
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
MemoryN/A
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main CameraN/A
Main Camera DetailsN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video RecordingN/A
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity600 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable NiMH 600 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions118 x 46 x 27 mm, 106 cc (4.65 x 1.81 x 1.06 in)
Weight122 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
Colors7 - Royal Blue, Anthracite, Raspberry Red...
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
BluetoothNo
NFC✗
USBN/A
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Software
Operating SystemN/A
OS VersionN/A
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerNo
Audio JackNo