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Huawei P40 Pro (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£870RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.58 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 40 MP & 12 MP

Huawei P40 Pro (8GB + 256GB) 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 Pro (8GB + 256GB)
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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–² Better than 54% of models
Score components

90%

6.8

Technical score

10%

6.8

User score

â–²Better than 54% of smartphones
6.5

Value for money

Value for money
6.5/ 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 95% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

5.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 95%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 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–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.6

Camera

15%

6.8

Display

15%

6.7

Battery

10%

5.4

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

4.6

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

â–²Better than 56%
6.8

User score

User score
6.8/ 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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Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

5.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 94%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Huawei P40 Pro (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 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–² Better than 56% of models
Score components:

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.6

Camera

15%

6.8

Display

15%

6.7

Battery

10%

5.4

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

4.6

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

6.8
User score
User score
6.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

5.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.8
Popularity
Popularity
5.6/ 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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â–² Better than 51% of models
Popularity:
Huawei P40 Pro (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 5.6 points, which is higher than 50.9% of smartphones.
5.6
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

5.9

Price

6.5
Brand name
Huawei
Processor model
HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G
This smartphone uses the HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G processor which is faster than processors in 55% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% 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
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% 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 & 40 MP & 12 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 40 MP & 12 MP which is higher than that of 64% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/1.9 & f/3.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/1.9 & f/3.4 which is wider than that of 67.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% 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
6.58 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.58 inches which is smaller than the screens of 68.7% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1200x 2640 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1200x2640 px which is higher than that of 73.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Pixel density
441 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 441 ppi which is higher than that of 77.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,200 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,200 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 88.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
40 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 40 W which is faster than in 52.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 1.6% 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
yes
This smartphone supports 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
158.2 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 158.2 mm which is shorter than 85.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Width
72.6 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 72.6 mm which is narrower than 91.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.95 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.95 mm which is thicker than 79.8% of smartphones.
Weight
209 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 209 g which is heavier than 71.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1% of smartphones.
Device volume
91,008 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 91,008 cm³ which is smaller than 67.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Huawei P40 Pro (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (5 x vs 0 x).
    5 x vs 0 x
  • 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
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 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 reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 5.4x faster reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (27 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    27 W vs 5 W
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 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
  • 17.9% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,111 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,111 vs 942
  • 33.2% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (34.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    34.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 50% more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (384 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    384 vs 256
  • 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.
    Celia, AI Remove Passersby, AI Remove Reflection, AI Golden Snap, AI Private View, Smart Gesture Control, AI AWB Algorithm
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Supports desktop mode
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • 5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (5 x vs 0 x).
    5 x vs 0 x
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 10% higher DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a higher DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (132 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    132 vs 120
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 40 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 40 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 5.1% higher DxOMark Selfie score
    This smartphone has a higher DxOMark Selfie score than the average smartphone (103 vs 98). The average smartphone scores 98 for selfies.
    103 vs 98
  • 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.
  • 11.6% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (441 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    441 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1200x2640 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1200x2640 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 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.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 5.4x faster reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (27 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    27 W vs 5 W
  • 21.2% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (40 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    40 W vs 33 W
  • 35% faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (27 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    27 W vs 20 W
  • 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.
  • 2 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (2 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    2 m vs 0 m
  • 3.4 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (72.6 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    72.6 mm vs 76 mm
  • 5.4 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (158.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    158.2 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 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.
  • 16% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4200 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • 3.35x more expensive
    Huawei P40 Pro (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£870 vs £260).
    £870 vs £260
  • 12.2% worse value for money
    Huawei P40 Pro (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.54 vs 7.3).
    6.54 vs 7.34
  • 17.1% lower user score
    User score
    6.8/ 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 Pro (8GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (6.83 vs 8.000).
    6.83 vs 8
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G 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.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 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 camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • 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/1.8 & f/1.9 & f/3.4 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/1.8 & f/1.9 & f/3.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 469 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (531 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    531 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 0.09 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.58 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 19.5% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (531 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    531 nits vs 660 nits
  • 16% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4200 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (94 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    94 vs 99.5
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 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.
    April 2020
    2020 vs 2024
  • 6.5% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (209 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    209 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.65 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.95 mm vs 8.3 mm

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What we like about Huawei P40 Pro (8GB + 256GB)

  • Phenomenal Leica camera system with exceptional low-light performance and 5x optical zoom
  • Stunning 6.58-inch 'Overflow' OLED display with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate
  • Excellent battery life that comfortably lasts a full day of heavy use
  • Extremely fast 40W wired and 27W wireless charging capabilities
  • Premium build quality with a comfortable 'in-hand' feel and IP68 water resistance
  • Highly secure 3D face unlock and responsive in-display fingerprint sensor
  • Flagship-grade performance powered by the Kirin 990 5G chipset

What we don't like about Huawei P40 Pro (8GB + 256GB)

  • Lack of Google Mobile Services (no Use code with caution.jsonPlay StoreUse code with caution.json, Gmail, YouTube, or Google Maps apps)
  • Limited selection of popular Western apps in the Huawei AppGallery
  • Proprietary Nano Memory (NM) cards required for storage expansion instead of standard microSD
  • Large 'pill-shaped' camera cutout on the front can be distracting for some users
  • Single downward-firing speaker lacks the immersion of stereo setups found on rivals
  • Heavier than many competitors, making one-handed use challenging
  • Video recording quality occasionally lacks the consistency of top-tier rivals

Verdict

The Huawei P40 Pro (8GB + 256GB model) is a powerful flagship smartphone defined by its exceptional Leica Ultra Vision Quad Camera system, featuring a 50MP main sensor for leading low-light photography and 50x SuperSensing zoom capabilities. It boasts a stunning 6.58-inch Flex OLED display with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate, all powered by the high-performance Kirin 990 5G SoC. Key pros include its incredible camera versatility and robust battery life with 40W SuperCharge support, while the primary drawback for Western users is the notable absence of pre-installed Google Mobile Services (GMS), requiring reliance solely on the Huawei AppGallery and alternative app installation methods.

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