Vivo V40

Vivo V40 was officially released globally on July 3, 2024. The phone was officially launched in Pakistan on October 1, 2024, in the following variant:

12GB + 256GB — Rs. 139,999

Vivo V40 features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a 50MP dual rear camera system with ZEISS optics, 50MP selfie camera, and a 5500mAh battery with 80W fast charging. It runs Android 14 with Funtouch OS 14 and is available in colors including Nebula Purple and Moonlight White.

Display

• 6.78-inch AMOLED display
• 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and animations
• HDR10+ support
• Up to 4500 nits peak brightness
• 1260 × 2800 pixels resolution
• Around 453 PPI pixel density
• 20:9 aspect ratio
• Around 90.1% screen-to-body ratio
• 2160Hz PWM support
• Schott Xensation Alpha display protection
• Capacitive multitouch display
• Suitable for gaming, video streaming, browsing, reading, and social media
• High brightness helps provide better outdoor visibility

Processor

• Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset
• 4nm fabrication process
• Octa-core CPU
• 1 × Cortex-A715 core up to 2.63GHz
• 3 × Cortex-A715 cores up to 2.4GHz
• 4 × Cortex-A510 cores up to 1.8GHz
• Adreno 720 GPU
• Designed for smooth everyday performance
• Suitable for gaming, multitasking, photography, and content creation
• Handles social media, video streaming, and demanding applications effectively
• 4nm technology helps provide a balance between performance and power efficiency

RAM & Storage

• 12GB RAM
• 256GB internal storage
• UFS 2.2 storage
• No microSD card slot
• Large storage provides plenty of space for apps, games, photos, videos, and files
• 12GB RAM allows smoother multitasking
• Suitable for users who regularly use multiple applications

Camera

The Vivo V40 features a 50MP dual rear camera system with ZEISS optics, designed for detailed photos, ultrawide images, portraits, and everyday video recording.

• 50MP primary wide camera
• f/1.9 aperture
• 24mm focal length
• 1/1.56-inch sensor
• PDAF autofocus
• OIS support
• 50MP ultrawide camera
• f/2.0 aperture
• 15mm focal length
• 119-degree field of view
• Autofocus support
• ZEISS optics
• Ring-LED flash
• HDR support
• Panorama mode
• 4K video recording at 30fps
• 1080p video recording at 30fps
• Gyro-EIS and OIS support
• Suitable for photography, landscapes, portraits, social media, and content creation

Front Camera

• 50MP front-facing camera
• f/2.0 aperture
• 21mm wide lens
• 1/2.76-inch sensor
• Autofocus support
• HDR support
• 4K video recording at 30fps
• 1080p video recording at 30fps
• Suitable for selfies, video calls, social media, and content creation
• High-resolution front camera provides detailed selfies

Battery

• 5500mAh Si/C Li-Ion battery
• 80W wired fast charging
• Power Delivery support
• Reverse wired charging
• Large battery capacity provides reliable daily backup
• Suitable for gaming, browsing, video streaming, photography, and heavy daily use
• 80W charging helps recharge the phone quickly
• Battery is designed to support extended everyday usage

Software

• Android 14 operating system
• Funtouch OS 14 user interface
• Clean and user-friendly software experience
• Modern Android features
• Optimized for multitasking and everyday applications
• Includes Vivo software customization and smart features

SIM & Connectivity

• Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM support
• eSIM support on supported variants
• Maximum of 2 SIMs active at a time
• 2G GSM connectivity
• 3G HSPA connectivity
• 4G LTE connectivity
• 5G connectivity
• Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
• Dual-band Wi-Fi
• Bluetooth 5.4
• GPS
• GLONASS
• GALILEO
• BDS
• QZSS
• NavIC
• NFC support depending on market or region
• Infrared port
• USB Type-C 2.0
• USB OTG support
• No FM radio
• No 3.5mm headphone jack

Design & Build

• Dimensions: 164.2 × 75 × 7.6 mm
• Weight: 190g
• Glass front
• Glass back
• Plastic frame
• IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance
• Protection against high-pressure water jets
• Can withstand immersion in up to 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes
• Under-display optical fingerprint scanner
• Accelerometer
• Gyroscope
• Proximity sensor
• Compass
• Stereo speakers
• Available in Nebula Purple and Moonlight White colors
• Slim 7.6mm body gives the phone a premium appearance

User Reviews

Users generally appreciate the Vivo V40 for its premium AMOLED display, attractive design, camera quality, ZEISS optics, and fast 80W charging. The 50MP front camera is also useful for selfies, video calls, and social media content. The large 5500mAh battery provides good daily backup, while the IP68/IP69 protection adds extra peace of mind. The lack of expandable storage, wireless charging, and a 3.5mm headphone jack may be disadvantages for some users, but overall, the Vivo V40 offers a strong combination of display, cameras, battery, and performance.

Alternatives in the Same Budget

• Oppo Reno 12 Pro — AMOLED display, strong camera setup, and fast charging with a premium design.
• Samsung Galaxy A55 — Super AMOLED display, solid cameras, strong build quality, and reliable everyday performance.
• OnePlus Nord 4 — Powerful Snapdragon processor, AMOLED display, and fast charging.
• Honor 200 — High-resolution camera system, AMOLED display, and strong performance for photography and everyday use.