The Vivo V40 5G is a premium mid-range smartphone launched in August 2024. It combines strong camera systems, large battery capacity, good display tech, and solid design to appeal to users who want flagship-like features without the top-tier price.
Design & Display
The V40 5G features a large 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2800 × 1260 px (Full HD+), a 120 Hz refresh rate, and very high peak brightness (around 4,500 nits), making it easy to view under sunlight. The screen curves at the edges, giving it a premium sweeping look and a high screen-to-body ratio.
The build quality is good too. The phone is fairly slim, has an under-display fingerprint sensor, and offers IP68 dust and water resistance, which is rare among many phones in this segment.
Performance & Hardware
Under the hood, the Vivo V40 5G is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset. You get multiple RAM and storage configurations: 8 GB RAM with 128 GB or 256 GB storage, also a higher variant with 12 GB RAM and 512 GB storage.
The phone runs Android 14 with Vivo’s skin Funtouch OS 14. Battery capacity is 5,500 mAh with 80W fast wired charging, which means it charges fairly quickly and has good potential for lasting a full day of mixed usage.
Camera
One of the main strengths of the V40 5G is its camera setup. It uses Zeiss-co-engineered optics at the rear. The rear camera configuration includes a 50 MP primary sensor with OIS (optical image stabilization) and a 50 MP ultra-wide angle lens. For selfies, it offers a strong 50 MP front camera as well.
Other features around photography include Zeiss “Style Portrait” and “Multifocal Portrait” modes, AI-assisted features, and improvements in both low light and wide-angle shots.
Other Features & Connectivity
The V40 5G supports dual SIM (5G + 5G standby), has stereo speakers, and includes IP68 rating for water/dust resistance. There’s no memory card slot. For security, it uses an under-display fingerprint sensor.
It comes in several colour variants including Titanium Grey, Lotus Purple, and Ganges Blue.
Price & Availability
In India, the Vivo V40 5G is priced at around ₹34,999 for the base variant (8 GB + 128 GB). Higher storage variants cost more. It is available for purchase through major platforms like Flipkart and Vivo’s own stores.
Pros & Cons
From what users and review-sources have noted, the pros include excellent display quality, strong cameras (especially with OIS), good battery life, premium build with water/dust resistance, and fast charging. However, some criticism is around the performance under very heavy gaming or multitasking compared to flagship chipsets, and the usual drawback of mid-range phones where added features may come at the cost of slightly less raw performance.
Conclusion
Overall, the Vivo V40 5G is a very capable mid-range smartphone. If you’re someone who values camera performance, display quality, long battery life, and build durability more than absolutely top-end processor power, this is a strong pick. Vivo has balanced features well in this device, making it a good option for those wanting near-flagship experience without flagship pricing.