P40 Pro
Leica quad-cam flagship — first Huawei after the Google ban.
The Huawei P40 Pro is a flagship Huawei smartphone released Apr 2020, with a launch price of €999. It pairs the Kirin 990 5G with a 6.58" OLED 90 Hz display, a 50 MP · f/1.9 main camera and a 4,200 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 76/100 — The flagship that proved Huawei could ship without Google. Standout strengths: 5g kirin 990 in 2020. and leica quad-cam. Main trade-off: first post-google ban flagship.
The flagship that proved Huawei could ship without Google.
P40 Pro was great hardware caught in geopolitics. Cameras were class-leading; software ecosystem held it back.
Read the full review- 5G Kirin 990 in 2020.
- Leica quad-cam.
- IP68.
- 5× periscope.
Full specifications
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How the P40 Pro compares
| P40 Pro | iPhone 12 Pro Max | Mate 30 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 76 | 76 | 76 |
| Chipset | Kirin 990 5G | Apple A14 Bionic | Kirin 990 |
| Display | 6.58" OLED 90 Hz | 6.7" OLED 60 Hz | 6.53" OLED 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP · f/1.9 | 12 MP · f/1.6 | 40 MP · OIS |
| Battery | 4,200 mAh | 3,687 mAh | 4,500 mAh |
| Launch price | €999 | $1,099 | $1,199 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the P40 Pro released?
The P40 Pro was released in Apr 2020.
How much does the P40 Pro cost?
The P40 Pro launched at €999 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the P40 Pro screen size and type?
The P40 Pro has a 6.58" OLED 90 Hz display.
What chipset does the P40 Pro use?
The P40 Pro is powered by the Kirin 990 5G chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the P40 Pro have?
The P40 Pro ships with 8 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the P40 Pro battery capacity?
The P40 Pro has a 4,200 mAh battery.
How fast does the P40 Pro charge?
The P40 Pro supports 40 W wired charging.
Does the P40 Pro have wireless charging?
The P40 Pro supports 27 W wireless charging.
What is the P40 Pro main camera?
The P40 Pro has a 50 MP · f/1.9 main camera.
Does the P40 Pro have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the P40 Pro includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 12 MP, 5× optical.
Does the P40 Pro have 5G?
The P40 Pro supports 5G (Sub-6).
Is the P40 Pro waterproof?
The P40 Pro is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the P40 Pro weigh?
The P40 Pro weighs 209 g.
What colours does the P40 Pro come in?
The P40 Pro is available in 4 colours: Silver Frost, Deep Sea Blue, Ice White, Black.
Is the P40 Pro worth buying?
P40 Pro was great hardware caught in geopolitics. Cameras were class-leading; software ecosystem held it back. SpecEagle gives the P40 Pro an editorial score of 76/100.
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