Key Highlights
- Sleek and stylish design
- Curved AMOLED screen
- 4,500 nits of peak brightness
- Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor
- Camera collaboration with Zeiss
- IP68 rated
- Price starts at Rs. 34,999
The Vivo V40 is finally here. Yes, we have got another affordable smartphone from the house of Vivo. Successor to the last year’s Vivo V30, this smartphone is a tone down version of its elder brother Vivo V40 Pro. It has got Zeiss dual optics and does especially well for portraits. And today, I am super excited to share my hand-on experience with the newly launched Vivo V40. The phone is a standout in the mid-range category and trust me it’s got a lot to offer. From a slick design to a camera collaboration with Zeiss, there is a lot to talk about. Let’s dive right in and get to know if it’s a great purchase in a crowded mid-range market.
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| Pros | Cons |
| Sleek and stylish design | Slightly oversaturated images |
| Curved AMOLED screen | Moderate software bloat |
| 4500 nits of peak brightness | Slow night mode processing |
| Zeiss camera collaboration |
What’s Inside The Box?
- Vivo V40 handset (Ganges Blue)
- USB Type-C cable
- 80W Charger
- Eject Tool
- Phone Case
- Warranty Card
- Quick Start Guide
Sleek And Stylish Design
First things firsts, the premium glass design of the Vivo V40 is absolutely stunning. It has solid metallic frames, a curved screen and an extremely slim profile, which definitely makes it ahead of many rivals. You can get this Vivo smartphone in three colors, that is, Lotus Purple, Titanium Grey, and Ganges Blue that I received for this review. This is personally my favorite color variant. Its rear features a texture of flowing water that appears to honor the glorious journey of India’s most important river- Ganga. The particles shimmer as the phone is rotated gently which looks great. The device weighs just 193 grams which makes it super easy to hold and use it with one hand. The pleasant curvature of the back further enhances the comfortable grip.
Coming to the button placements and ports, the phone features volume rockers and a power button on the right. A dual SIM slot, primary microphone, USB Type-C connector, and speaker grill are all jammed onto the bottom section. There’s an additional microphone up top.
Now coming to the camera module. Well, its unique and eye-catching. It includes two 50MP Zeiss lenses. Right below, it has the right LED which the company named it Aura light for special portrait photography. The front punch-hole of the phone holds a 50MP selfie camera. The fingerprint sensor is an optical in-display kind. It has good haptic feedback. Plus, it has got an IP68 rating, making it water and dust resistant. So, no worries if you got caught in the rain.
Overall, the Vivo V40, without any doubt, stands out as one of the finest-designed phones in its segment. This smartphone doesn’t look like any other phone out there, and I love it.
Bright And Beautiful Display
The Vivo V40 features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 1.5k resolution. The curved screen complements the design perfectly. If I talk about one of its standout features, then it is the peak brightness of 4500nits. This means you will have no trouble seeing your screen even in the bright sunlight. The colors are vibrant, thanks to its 1.07 billion color output.
You have got various screen color modes, i.e., standard (default), professional, and bright, from which you can select your preferred one. It also got smart switch that helps you choose between 60Hz or 120Hz. With the V40’s visual upgrade, apps like Netflix and YouTube have better color and contrast for more dramatic display effects.
Overall, the display is just a treat for your eyes, whether you are watching videos or scrolling through social media.
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Smooth Performance
The Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset powers the Vivo V40’s internal components. This is a high-performance chip which is manufactured in a 4nm process. It has 128GB of internal storage and 8GB of RAM. This combination ensures smooth performance, whether you are multi-tasking or gaming. I played some high-end games on medium settings and it handled them like a champ with no heating issues even after an hour-long session.
In terms of software, the phone is powered by Funtouch OS 14 on top of Android 14. It offers improved multitasking, a smoother visual experience, enhanced personalization, and a lock screen clock with three layout styles and eight font styles, among other features. Also, it comes with this new AI erasing feature which we had already seen on other phones.
In addition to three years of Android security updates, Vivo offers software support for at least two generations of Android OS upgrades. At the very least, you should be able to get security updates for three years along with updates to Android 15 and 16.
Zeiss Collaboration Shines
Now, let’s talk about the cameras, which is definitely the highlight of the Vivo V40. The smartphone comes with a dual 50MP rear camera setup. It has a 50MP Zeiss OIS Main Camera and a 50MP Zeiss ultra-wide camera. It has got many features like AR stickers, Pro mode, extended exposure, 50MP mode, supermoon, and much more.
The primary camera, with its OIS, captures crisp and detailed images. Daylight photos have great dynamic range. And while they can be slightly oversaturated, I found it perfect for social media. The wide-angle lens is great for capturing expansive landscapes, though it lacks a bit of detail compared to the main lens.
Better light intake is made possible by the F2.0 aperture, which produces crisp nighttime landscapes and portraits. OIS ensures detailed nighttime photographs by minimizing blur from trembling hands. The night mode automatically switches to ultra dark mode when there is extremely little light, which is better but takes a few seconds to process.
The 50MP front-facing camera is great for selfies. It offers a wide-angle 92-degree field of view. Portrait mode is accurate, with perfect edge detection and background separation.
The front and back cameras can record 4K video at 30fps. And let’s not forget the Aura Light feature, which is three times brighter than the previous generation. It is customizable and perfect for low-light conditions. It undoubtedly gives your portraits that extra pop.
Battery Lasts All Day
Despite its slim design, the Vivo V40 packs a 5,500mAh battery that easily lasts a full day with moderate usage. And when you do need to charge, the 80W fast charger juices it up to 100 percent in just about 30 minutes. No more waiting around for your phone to charge.
Pricing
The starting price of the Vivo V40 is Rs. 34,999 for 8GB + 128GB model. You have to pay Rs. 36,999 for 8GB + 256GB variant and Rs. 41,999 for 12GB + 512GB model. The sales of the Vivo V40 is scheduled to begin on August 19.
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Giznext’s Final Verdict
The Vivo V40 is a great mid-range smartphone with top-notch features. Its stylish design, bright AMOLED display, smooth performance, and impressive camera setup make it a great choice for anyone looking for a balanced and reliable smartphone. Not only this, the collaboration with Zeiss brings a professional touch to your photography. If you’re in the market for a new phone, the Vivo V40 is definitely worth considering.
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