Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus review: specs and price
Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
Why is Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus better than the average?
- Pixel density?
456 ppivs395 ppi - RAM?
12GBvs6GB - Megapixels (main camera)?
50 MP & 20 MP & 12 MP & 8 MPvs50 MP - Resolution?
1344 x 2772 pxvs2.53 MP - CPU speed?
1 x 3.13 GHz & 3 x 2.54 GHz & 4 x 2.05 GHzvs16 GHz - Megapixels (front camera)?
13MPvs10MP - Internal storage?
256GBvs128GB - Video recording (main camera)?
2160 x 60 fpsvs32400 fps
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User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Build quality
10.0/10
1 ratings
Display quality
9.0/10
1 ratings
Battery life
10.0/10
1 ratings
Photography
10.0/10
1 ratings
Performance
10.0/10
1 ratings
Design
weight
230 g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
thickness
8.8 mm
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
width
75.5 mm
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
height
162.9 mm
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
volume
108.23 cm³
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
water resistance
Waterproof
The level of water resistance that the device has.
The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
waterproof depth rating
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The waterproof depth rating indicates how well the device is protected against water ingress and water pressure. Devices which can withstand more water pressure are better for swimming or diving.
has a rugged build
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The device is built to withstand harsh environments, extreme conditions, and rough handling, ensuring durability and reliability in challenging situations. Rugged devices are ideal for outdoor adventures, industrial settings, and demanding work environments.
Display
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
The type of technology used in the display.
screen size
6.76"
The size of the screen (measured diagonally).
pixel density
456 ppi
Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
resolution
1344 x 2772 px
Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
refresh rate
90Hz
The frequency at which the display is refreshed (1 Hz = once per second). A higher refresh rate results in smoother UI animations and video playback.
touch sampling rate
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The touch sampling rate is the speed at which a screen can register your touch input and respond by rendering the next frame. Also called the touch refresh rate.
brightness (typical)
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A nit is a measurement of the light that a display emits, equal to one candela per square meter. Brighter displays ensure a screen's contents are easy to read, even in sunny conditions.
has branded damage-resistant glass
✖Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
Gorilla Glass version
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Gorilla Glass is one of the most popular brands of chemically strengthened glass, manufactured by Corning. Several versions have been developed, the newer ones being more durable and providing better damage resistance.
Performance
internal storage
256GB
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
RAM
12GB
Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of memory used to store working data and machine code. Having more RAM is particularly useful for multitasking, allowing you to run more programs at once or have more tabs open in your browser.
AnTuTu benchmark score
772000
AnTuTu is one of the most important benchmarks for Android devices. The score reflects the overall performance of a device by summing up results of individual tests that various parameters, such as RAM speed, CPU performance, 2D & 3D graphics performance.
Chipset (SoC) name
HiSilicon Kirin 9000
Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
The name of the system-on-a-chip (SoC) used in the device. The SoC includes the CPU, GPU, and other key components.
GPU name
Mali-G57
Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
The name of the integrated GPU.
3DMark Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark (developed by UL Solutions) that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). Source: UL Solutions.
3DMark Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark (developed by UL Solutions) that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). The Unlimited version runs off-screen so that factors such as display resolution don’t affect the score. Source: UL Solutions.
3DMark Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark (developed by UL Solutions) that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). The Extreme version is much more graphically-demanding than the standard Wild Life benchmark. Source: UL Solutions.
Work 3.0 is a benchmark for Android (developed by UL Solutions) that tests the everyday performance of a device (e.g. web browsing and photo editing). Source: UL Solutions.
Cameras
megapixels (main camera)
50 MP & 20 MP & 12 MP & 8 MP
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the main camera. A higher megapixel count means that the camera is capable of capturing more details. However, the megapixel count is not the only important element determining the quality of an image.
wide aperture (main camera)
f/1.9 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 & f/4.4
With a wider aperture the sensor can capture more light, helping to avoid blur by enabling a faster shutter speed. It also provides a shallow depth of field, allowing you to blur the background to focus attention on the subject.
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera
✔Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
A multi-lens camera captures two or more images and overlays them. This technology creates sharper images, especially in low light conditions, and allows you to use effects such as softening the background.
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the front camera. A higher megapixel count means that the front camera is capable of capturing more details, an essential factor for taking high-resolution selfies.
has built-in optical image stabilization
✔Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
Optical image stabilization uses gyroscopic sensors to detect the vibrations of the camera. The lens adjusts the optical path accordingly, ensuring that any type of motion blur is corrected before the sensor captures the image.
video recording (main camera)
2160 x 60 fps
The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
Has a dual-tone LED flash
✖Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
A dual-tone flash has LED lights with different color temperatures, delivering a better color balance to photos and videos.
Multi-LED camera flashes use LED lights which have different color temperatures (warm light and cool light), improving the color balance based on the conditions in which the photos are taken.
has a BSI sensor
✖Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
A BSI (backside illuminated) sensor is a camera image sensor which captures better quality images in poor lighting conditions, and offers better overall sharpness and image quality.
Operating system
Android version
Android 10
A newer version of Android generally provides a better user experience. Major Android releases include new features and improvements to performance, as well as important security updates.
has clipboard warnings
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This privacy feature alerts you with a small notification when an app copies data from your clipboard.
has location privacy options
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This privacy feature allows you to share your approximate location with an app instead of your precise location.
has camera/microphone privacy options
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You can enable or disable an app’s access to the camera or microphone on your device. There are also indication icons to show you when an app uses the camera or microphone.
has Mail Privacy Protection
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Mail Privacy Protection is a feature built into the default email app that blocks senders from using “tracking pixels” to see when you’ve read an email. It also hides your IP address from senders.
has theme customization
✔Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus (Android 10)
Theme customization allows you to easily change the appearance of the user interface (UI). For example, by changing the system colors or the app icons.
can block app tracking
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Some apps track your activity even when the app is not in use. This privacy feature allows you to block this tracking, either across all apps or on a per-app basis.
blocks cross-site tracking
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This setting (in the default browser) allows you to block cross-site tracking cookies and data to help protect your privacy.
has on-device machine learning
✖Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus (Android 10)
On-device machine learning is used to recognize people, places, and more in the Photos app. The algorithms run on the device, where this sensitive data is then kept. Competing services upload the photos and perform this on their servers, which requires the sharing of personal data.
Battery
battery power
4400 mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
has wireless charging
✔Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
Supports fast charging
✔Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
Fast charging technologies, like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge or MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed. In order to achieve the advertised charging speed, it is important to use a compatible charger.
Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed. In order to achieve the advertised charging speed, a compatible wireless charger must be used.
has reverse wireless charging
✔Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
The device can be used as a wireless charging station to power other gadgets.
Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed.
comes with a charger
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Some manufacturers sell devices with chargers included, while others do not. An included charger is an extra benefit for users as it allows them to save money by not having to buy one.
has a removable battery
✖Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
Audio
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✖Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has stereo speakers
✔Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has aptX
✖Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.
has LDAC
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LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX HD
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aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
has aptX Adaptive
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aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX Lossless
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aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.
Has a radio
✖Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
Features
has 5G support
✔Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
The fifth-generation wireless technology delivers higher speeds and lower latency than the previous, fourth-generation tech.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
SIM cards
2 SIM
The number and type of SIM cards supported.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
has an external memory slot
✔Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
The device has a standard memory slot (such as an SD or micro SD card slot) that enables you to extend the built-in internal storage with affordable memory modules, or easily retrieve data, such as photographs, from the memory card.
included SD card (memory size)
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Some manufacturers include a memory card in the box. An SD card with a higher storage capacity allows you to extend the storage space on your device with ease, providing you with more space for your data.
Has USB Type-C
✔Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
USB version
3.1
Newer USB versions are faster and have better power management.
has NFC
✔Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions, such as mobile payments. Note: this feature may not be available in all markets.
Miscellaneous
has a video light
✔Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus
A video light helps when recording a movie in low-light conditions.
DirectX is used in games, with newer versions supporting better graphics.
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Nicolai
3 years ago
10 / 10
It's awesome
Nicolai
3 years ago
10 / 10