P40
Compact 6.1" Kirin 990 flagship with Leica triple camera.
The Huawei P40 is a flagship Huawei smartphone released Apr 2020, with a launch price of $799. It pairs the HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G with a 6.1" FHD+ OLED, 60Hz display, a 50 MP IMX700 + 16 MP ultrawide + 8 MP 3x tele main camera and a 3800 mAh, 22.5W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 78/100 — Why the P40 mattered Standout strengths: compact 6.1" body for a 2020 flagship and leica-tuned cameras among class-best. Main trade-off: no google mobile services (hms only).
Why the P40 mattered
The P40 was the first major Huawei flagship sold globally without Google services — Huawei bet HMS could replace GMS for European and Latin American buyers, and the phone's Leica-tuned cameras and compact build gave loyalists a reason to stick around through the trade-ban era.
Read the full review- Compact 6.1" body for a 2020 flagship
- Leica-tuned cameras among class-best
- Kirin 990 5G still capable in 2025 light use
Full specifications
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How the P40 compares
| P40 | iPhone 13 mini | Mate 50 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 78 | 78 | 78 |
| Chipset | HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G | Apple A15 Bionic | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4G) |
| Display | 6.1" FHD+ OLED, 60Hz | 5.4" OLED 60 Hz | 6.74" OLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP IMX700 + 16 MP ultrawide + 8 MP 3x tele | 12 MP · f/1.6 | 50 MP · f/1.4–4.0 |
| Battery | 3800 mAh, 22.5W | 2,406 mAh | 4,700 mAh |
| Launch price | $799 | $699 | €1,299 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the P40 released?
The P40 was released in Apr 2020.
How much does the P40 cost?
The P40 launched at $799 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the P40 screen size and type?
The P40 has a 6.1" FHD+ OLED, 60Hz display.
What chipset does the P40 use?
The P40 is powered by the HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the P40 have?
The P40 ships with 8 GB LPDDR4X (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the P40 battery capacity?
The P40 has a 3800 mAh, 22.5W battery.
What is the P40 main camera?
The P40 has a 50 MP IMX700 + 16 MP ultrawide + 8 MP 3x tele main camera.
Does the P40 have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the P40 includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 8 MP, f/2.4, 3x optical, OIS.
Does the P40 have 5G?
The P40 supports 5G (Yes, sub-6).
Is the P40 waterproof?
The P40 is rated IP53 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the P40 weigh?
The P40 weighs 175 g.
What colours does the P40 come in?
The P40 is available in 5 colours: Ice White, Black, Deep Sea Blue, Silver Frost, Blush Gold.
Is the P40 worth buying?
The P40 was the first major Huawei flagship sold globally without Google services — Huawei bet HMS could replace GMS for European and Latin American buyers, and the phone's Leica-tuned cameras and compact build gave loyalists a reason to stick around through the trade-ban era. SpecEagle gives the P40 an editorial score of 78/100.
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