Vivo V40 5G

Vivo V40 5G Price in Kenya

Vivo V40 5G price in Kenya is Ksh 57,000. The midrange 2024 smartphone features an immersive 6.78-inch, 120Hz, HDR0+ AMOLED with FHD and 1B colors for wonderful and interactive viewing, scrolling, and gaming experience. The phone is designed to impress and express and has IP68 water and dust resistance for added durability. You get sufficient storage with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB internal storage supported by UFS. Regarding cameras, there is a triple camera setting consisting of a 50MP primary camera supported by 50MP ultrawide for stunning and vivid photography and 4k videos. There is also a 32MP selfie camera for beautiful and natural-looking detailed selfies which records 4k videos.

The phone is 5G-enabled and runs on the impressive 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor with an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 720 GPU. The phone is embedded with the Funtouch 14 OS based on Android 14 for a personalized user experience that gives you more control of your phone. Powering the Vivo V40 is a massive storage 5500mAh Li-Po non-removable battery charged using an 80W supercharger with smart charging capabilities to protect the battery and also supports reverse wired charging. The phone supports dual nano sim on dual standby mode up to 5G. You also get dual-band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth, NFC, and a USB C cable for charging and OTG. The phone is available in beautiful Stellar Silver (Titanium Grey), Nebula Purple (Lotus Purple), Ganges Blue, Moonlight White, and Sunglow Peach colors at Phoneprice Kenya.

Vivo V40 5GSpecifications

Design and Physical Attributes

An Elegant Handset

Vivo V40 is a beautiful gadget made with Vivo aesthetic architecture that is impressive to look at and handle. With a 3D curved screen and a plastic body, it is a modern, innovative device that speaks class and style. It is one of the sleekest smartphones with a 7.5mm thickness and 190g weight that feels perfect in your palms. To add on the durability, the Vivo V40 has an IP68/69 rating, assuring you of peace of mind in any environment. Available in a wide array of colors including Stellar Silver (Titanium Grey), Nebula Purple (Lotus Purple), Ganges Blue, Moonlight White, and Sunglow Peach, Vivo V40 has you spoilt for choice.

An Immersive Display for You

Dive into the brightest and most colorful smartphone experience on Vivi V40’s display. You get a wide 6.78-inch The phone has an immersive 6.78-inch HDR10+ AMOLED with a 120Hz refresh rate for a  fast responding, fluid, and interactive experience while you scroll through or play games. The screen has a high 1260×2800 screen resolution and about 453 ppi density for an even clearer viewing experience. The screen comes with a Schott Xensation Alpha protection to ensure durability. When looking for a phone that will provide an amazing scrolling and viewing experience then you got it.

Performance and Hardware Specs of the Vivo V40

Peak Performance Processor

High-performance phones are a great choice that guarantees an optimal phone experience while saving power. Vivo V40 5G runs on the impressive Flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4nm), a high-performance yet power-efficient processor. The processor perfectly fits a midrange 5G-enabled device to provide a great experience. The processor has an Octa-core CPU running at 2.63GHz to ensure your phone operates at 100% with no lags. Whether you are gaming, working, streaming, listening to music, or performing any heavy tasks on the phone, it will function at its best. Additionally, an Adreno 720 GPU ensures your graphics are rendered in real-time and 3D which is handy when gaming and performing graphic-related tasks like watching videos or editing them.

Updates OS

The phone ensures peak performance by providing you with a customizable and personalized operating system you can use to make your phone reflect who you are. Embedded is the Funtouch 14 OS based on Android 14, which combines value and improved personalization to ensure you are in control of your device. The OS provides you with more security and privacy features and control features for enhanced creativity and a differentiated experience. The OS also provides a rich Vivo ecosystem and timely updates to keep the phone at its best performance.

Battery and Charging

Performance heavily relies on the battery. The Vivo V40 is powered by a massive 5000mAh Li-Po built-in battery, which you can rely on for your daily phone use. For charging, you get an 80W wired fast-charger that ensures your phone is charged within the shortest time, and you can bounce back and enjoy your phone. You can charge your other devices or help a friend with the reverse wired capability.

Memory

Another impressive feature that guarantees impressive performance is the availability of ample storage space. The V30 packs up to 12GB RAM and 256GB internal memory that allows you to save more and delete less. Although the phone lacks a dedicated MicroSD card slot, these memory variants are sufficient for most storage as you can save your documents, photos, and videos and install the apps you need. The memory is supported by UFS, which enables you to create more space and ensures you can easily transfer files within devices while enhancing performance.

Camera

What better way to capture important life moments for future reference or sharing with family and friends than using a handset that understands the assignment?  Vivo V40 presents the power of Zeiss’s multifocal portrait for effortless shots from any distance. The phone has a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 50MP OIS and PDAF primary camera with f/1.8 wide IMX920 lens and a 50MP IMX816 lens f/2.2 Ultrawide 119⁰ for taking clear photos and videos. The rear camera has Ring LED flash, panorama, HDR, PDAF, and OIS features, which enhance the quality of pictures under any setting and lighting. The rear camera records Full HD videos up to 4k@30fps, assuring you of professional-looking videos. With this, every tiny detail in your video is captured to give you sharp and clear videos.

You also get a 50MP selfie camera with an f/2.0 wide aperture with Autofocus for vivid and natural-looking selfies. You can take dazzling and shiny selfies using the front camera that captures your whole beauty. Regarding videos, the front camera records 4k videos and allows dual portrait video that enhances your video experience. Thanks to the face-unlock feature, you can also use the front camera to unlock your phone.

Additional features that enhance your camera experience include;

• Face detection
• Digital zooming
• Image stabilization
• Continuous shooting
• Self-timer
• Geotagging
• Scene and macro mode
• RGBW sensor
• Auto and laser focus

Network and Connectivity

The phone supports single or dual sim standby networks up to 5G. With 5G connectivity, you are assured of stable connection even when in poor network regions or during peak hours. You can connect to the internet using the dual-band Wi-Fi 6 or create a hotspot for your other devices. For connecting to other devices, you get a USB C 2.0 cable for wired connection, like sharing files or Wi-Fi tethering, and Bluetooth 5.4 for connecting to other devices, like audio devices or transferring files. The phone also supports NFC to make cashless transactions more convenient and allows tap-and-go sharing within compatible devices.

Satellite Navigation

You are free to explore locations and find routes supported by stable connectivity features. The phone has satellite positioning features like GPS, GNSS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, and BeiDou that allow you to navigate easily.

Biometrics and Sensors

Vivo V40 has several sensors that enhance the phone’s performance. For security and privacy, the screen has under-display optical fingerprint sensors that unlock your phone with a touch. The selfie camera also has face recognition biometrics that can be used to unlock the phone. The phone also has an accelerometer, compass, proximity, Ambient light, and gyro sensors.

Pros and Cons of Vivo V40 5G

Hits

• 5G and NFC-enabled.
• Trendy and elegant design
• Wide immersive display of 6.78 inches with HDR10+
• 120Hz refresh rate with capacitive multitouch.
• High battery capacity of 5000mAh
• 80W wired and reverse charging capabilities
• High memory space
• High-performance flagship Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor.
• Funtouch OS 14 based on Android 14 for personalization, updates, and security.
• Quality photos and videos at 4k@30fps
• Has an IP68/69 Water resistance rating
• Schott Xensation Alpha protection

Misses

• No wireless charging
• Lacks audio jack and FM Radio
• No expandable external memory

Unboxing

• Vivo V40
• USB C Cable
• 80W Power Adapter
• Sim ejector tool
• Phone case
• User manual

Verdict

Vivo V40 is a flagship mid-ranger that will provide you with an extraordinary Android experience like never before.  From its impressive performance of the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 to high memory capacity and quality high-resolution cameras, the phone is a force to reckon with. You will be enjoying all these on a massive and interactive screen that allows you to explore a whole world of possibilities in a personalized manner thanks to the Funtouch 14 OS. It is a good alternative to expensive smartphones as it will give you an almost similar experience.

Alternative Handsets

• Samsung Galaxy S23 5G
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro
• Vivo V40 Lite
• Xiaomi 14

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