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Huawei P40 Lite (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£700RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.1 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 16 MP & 8 MP

Huawei P40 Lite (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Huawei P40 Lite (8GB + 128GB)
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components

90%

6.4

Technical score

10%

8.3

User score

â–¼Worse than 53% of smartphones
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 91%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

6.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.4

Camera

15%

5.7

Display

15%

4.8

Battery

10%

7.0

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

4.1

Audio

3%

5.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 57%
8.3

User score

User score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 75%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Huawei P40 Lite (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

25%

6.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.4

Camera

15%

5.7

Display

15%

4.8

Battery

10%

7.0

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

4.1

Audio

3%

5.2

Design

6.4
User score
User score
8.3/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.3
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 94% of models
Popularity:
Huawei P40 Lite (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 94.1% of smartphones.
10
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

6.7
Brand name
Huawei
Processor model
HiSilicon Kirin 990
This smartphone uses the HiSilicon Kirin 990 processor which is faster than processors in 54.8% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.86 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.86 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 73.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 10
Android version
Android 10
This smartphone runs Android version Android 10 which is older than that found in 88.8% of smartphones and equal to that in 5.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 16 MP & 8 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 16 MP & 8 MP which is higher than that of 62.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 83% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
74.4 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 74.4 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 94.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.22 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.22 µm which is larger than in 88.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 3% of smartphones.
2.44 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.1 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.1 inches which is smaller than the screens of 92.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2340 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2340 px which is lower than that of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
422 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 422 ppi which is higher than that of 72.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
3,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,800 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 93.4% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
22.5 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 22.5 W which is slower than in 72.7% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 1.4% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
148.9 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 148.9 mm which is shorter than 96.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
71.06 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 71.06 mm which is narrower than 96.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.5 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.5 mm which is thicker than 60.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Weight
175 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 175 g which is lighter than 89.9% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.8% of smartphones.
Device volume
84,064 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 84,064 cm³ which is smaller than 86.3% of smartphones.
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Huawei P40 Lite (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 2.33x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (74.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    74.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.42 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2.44 binned
    1.22 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • 19.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.86 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 83.9% more popular
    Huawei P40 Lite (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (10 vs 5.4).
    10 vs 5.44
  • 4.1% higher user score
    User score
    8.3/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Huawei P40 Lite
    the average smartphone
    Huawei P40 Lite (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.32 vs 8.000).
    8.32 vs 8
  • 19.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.86 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.86 GHz & 2x2.36 GHz & 4x1.95 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.86 GHz & 2x2.36 GHz & 4x1.95 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2.68x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (3,286 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    3,286 vs 1,226
  • 33.7% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,387 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,387 vs 2,533
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Master AI, Golden Snap, AI Best Moment, AI Remove Passersby, AI Remove Reflection, AI Lens, Celia, AI AWB
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Supports desktop mode
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • 2.33x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (74.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    74.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.42 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2.44 binned
    1.22 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Has a pro camera setup
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 16 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 16 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 6.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (422 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    422 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 10.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (175 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    175 g vs 196.2 g
  • 4.94 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.06 mm vs 76 mm
  • 14.7 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (148.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    148.9 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 24% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 10 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 10 vs Android 14
  • 2.69x more expensive
    Huawei P40 Lite (8GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£700 vs £260).
    £700 vs £260
  • 9.9% worse value for money
    Huawei P40 Lite (8GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.68 vs 7.3).
    6.68 vs 7.34
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (HiSilicon Kirin 990 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    HiSilicon Kirin 990 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • Lacks NX Bit security
    This smartphone does not support NX Bit, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones support NX Bit.
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 13.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (3,317 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    3,317 vs 3,825
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 10 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 10 vs Android 14
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No manual focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a manual focus mode, the average smartphone does. 91.2% of smartphones offer manual focus.
  • 6.7% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (112 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    112 vs 120
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 304.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (589 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    589 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 410 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (590 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    590 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 24% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (89 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    89 vs 99.5
  • 31.8% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (22.5 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    22.5 W vs 33 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP53 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP53 vs IP67
  • 32.5% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    5.4 vs 8
  • 4 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2020 vs 2024). 4.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    March 2020
    2020 vs 2024
  • 0.2 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.5 mm vs 8.3 mm

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phonetradr.com
2020
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15/03/2021
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stuff.co.za
15/05/2020
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Huawei P40 Lite Review: Nothing Lite About It
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nextpit.com
22/04/2020
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The cheapest Huawei P40 has a great camera, but is it enough?
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handyhase.de
02/06/2020
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Huawei P40 lite Review – A Good, Affordable Smartphone
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china-gadgets.de
11/07/2021
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Huawei P40 Lite Review - China-Gadgets
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xataka.com.mx
2020
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Huawei P40 Lite review: Dreamy battery and performance with software that falls short
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biancoebruno.it
06/07/2020
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Huawei P40 Lite REVIEW
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smartworld.it
29/04/2020
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Huawei P40 Lite Review: For those who aren't slaves to Google
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multiplayer.it
20/04/2020
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dday.it
14/03/2020
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tecnorecensioni.com
26/06/2020
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Huawei P40 Lite Review by Smartphone Italia
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techzilla.it
12/03/2020
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P40 Lite Review - An aggressively priced mid-range phone with HMS
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tuttoandroid.net
12/03/2020
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Huawei P40 Lite Review: A battery that lasts up to three days
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tweakers.net
22/04/2021
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Huawei P40 Lite Black - missmobiletech - Product reviews
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androidplanet.nl
29/06/2020
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Huawei P40 Lite review: three Android Planet readers get to work
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androidworld.nl
20/08/2020
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What we like about Huawei P40 Lite (8GB + 128GB)

  • Excellent value for money with high performance for its price bracket
  • Remarkable 40W fast charging (70% in 30 minutes) and long battery life
  • Capable Kirin 810 processor providing smooth multitasking and gaming
  • High-quality primary 48MP/64MP camera for clear photos in good lighting
  • Fast and reliable side-mounted fingerprint sensor
  • Retains the 3.5mm headphone jack

What we don't like about Huawei P40 Lite (8GB + 128GB)

  • Complete lack of Google Mobile Services (GMS), meaning no Play Store or Google Pay
  • Difficulty running specific third-party apps like banking, Uber, and Netflix in HD
  • IPS LCD screen lacks the vibrant colors and deep blacks of OLED competitors
  • Lack of 4K video recording or electronic stabilization
  • Expandable storage limited to Huawei's proprietary and expensive NM cards
  • Plastic build feels less premium compared to earlier models

Verdict

Huawei P40 (8GB + 128GB) is a compact flagship smartphone powered by the Kirin 990 5G processor, featuring a 6.1-inch OLED display and a versatile Leica Ultra Vision triple-camera system, renowned for exceptional photo quality and low-light performance. Its main pros include robust 5G connectivity, impressive battery life (3800 mAh), and elegant design. However, significant cons involve the lack of Google Mobile Services (GMS), meaning users must rely exclusively on the Huawei AppGallery and other workarounds, and it lacks wireless charging capabilities.

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