Vivo V40 Pro Review

Introduction

• Speaker reviews the Vivo V40 Pro smartphone.
• Mentions previous review of Vivo V30 Pro six months ago.
• Focuses on significant improvements in performance, battery life, and camera tech.

Design

• Screen: 6.78-inch Behemoth, subtly curves around both edges.
• Bezels: Minimal, almost non-existent.
• Weight: 200 grams, feels manageable.
• Materials: Plastic frame, shot alpha glass for the rest.
• Durability: No IP rating or water resistance; cautious around water.
• Colors: Available in white, silver, and blue.
• Aesthetics: Subtle design, shiny, resistant to fingerprints and scuffs.

Software

• OS: Android 14 with FunTouch OS.
• Customization: Tons of options including dynamic effects and animations.
• Bloatware: Pre-installed apps like Agoda, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.
• Updates: 3 OS upgrades (Android 15, 16, 17) and 4 years of security support.
• Storage: 256GB or 512GB, not expandable via microSD.

Display

• Technology: 6.78-inch AMOLED display, 2800 x 1260 pixel resolution.
• Quality: Crisp visuals, HDR10+ support (no Dolby Vision), 120Hz refresh rate.
• Brightness: Good for outdoor use, auto-brightness works well.

Audio

• Speakers: Stereo speaker output, no Dolby Atmos support.
• Features: Audio Super Resolution for boosting low-resolution audio.
• Quality: Loud and decent, balanced audio.

Performance

• Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ with 12GB RAM.
• Gaming: Excellent performance, vapor chamber for cooling, no throttling, smooth gameplay.
• Daily Use: Generally smooth, occasional fun touch OS judder.
• Gaming Mode: Boost performance, reject calls, block notifications, record gameplay.

Battery Life

• Capacity: 5500mAh, lasts up to two days.
• Charging: 80W wired charging, no wireless charging.

Camera

• Setup: Triple 50MP camera with Sony IMX 921 sensor and Optical Image Stabilization.
• Modes: Vivid, textured, Zeiss natural modes, various filters, aura light flash.
• Performance: Rich tones, good detail, decent low-light performance.
• Portrait Mode: Multiple focal lengths (24mm, 50mm, 100mm), great for portraits.
• Ultra Wide: 50MP shooter, useful for wide-angle shots.
• Video: Max 4K resolution at 60fps, good stabilization, decent audio pickup.
• Selfie Camera: 4K resolution, good contrast handling, decent stabilization.

Conclusion

• Overall: Positive review, highlights excellent battery life, solid performance, and fun camera.
• Availability: Might be hard to find depending on the region.
• Final Note: Encourages feedback, subscription, and notifications.