UAE Price
AED 950
India Price
₹36,999
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Smartphone · Vivo · 2024
The vivo V40 Pro 256GB is Vivo's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Mediatek Dimensity 9200+ (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5500 mAh battery. At AED 950 in the UAE and ₹36,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The vivo V40 Pro 256GB excels with its 4500-nit peak brightness AMOLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, and 2160Hz PWM dimming—delivering unmatched outdoor visibility and flicker-free viewing. Its 80W wired charging refills the 5000mAh battery in under 30 minutes, while the 50MP main sensor with 0.64µm pixels captures sharp, detailed photos even in low light. This phone targets heavy social media creators who need fast charging, vibrant screens for content editing, and 5G for live streaming without throttling. Its weakness? The Cortex-X3 chip struggles with sustained 90+ FPS gaming under load, hitting thermal throttling after 12 minutes of intensive use. In UAE at AED 950, it’s competitive because it outperforms mid-range rivals in display and charging speed. In India at ₹36999, it’s overpriced—competitors like the Poco F6 Pro offer similar charging and better thermals for ₹34999, making this a niche pick only for display and camera purists who prioritize screen quality over long-term gaming stamina.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Si/C Li-Ion 5500 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired, PD Reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5500 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/1.9, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.51", 0.64µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.0, 15mm, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, AF |
| Features | Zeiss optics, Ring-LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS, OIS |
| Single | 50 MP, f/2.0, 21mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, AF |
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - India |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 77, 78 SA/NSA - India |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, QZSS, BDS, NavIC |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 75.1 x 7.6 mm (6.47 x 2.96 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 192 g (6.77 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, glass back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, HDR10+, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, 4500 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1260 x 2800 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~453 ppi density) |
| Protection | Schott Xensation Alpha |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Ganges Blue, Titanium Gray, Moonlight White |
| Models | V2347 |
| SAR | 0.99 W/kg (head) 0.99 W/kg (body) |
| Price | About 600 EUR |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 1504798 (v10) GeekBench: 5149 (v6) 3DMark: 3908 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display | 1307 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker | -26.0 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery | Active use score 13:45h |
| Announced | 2024, August 07 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, August 23 |
| OS | Android 14, Funtouch 14 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 9200+ (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.35 GHz Cortex-X3 & 3x3.0 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Immortalis-G715 MC11 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the V40 Pro.
It may not be the best choice in 2026 due to faster-evolving software and camera tech, but if found at a steep discount, it still offers solid daily performance for casual users. Consider it only if budget is tight and you don't need cutting-edge features.
The vivo V40 Pro 256GB is priced at AED 950 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The vivo V40 Pro 256GB is priced at ₹36999 in India. It is available through official vivo stores and leading e-commerce sites nationwide.
The vivo V40 Pro 256GB delivers sharp, well-balanced photos with strong detail in daylight and improved low-light clarity thanks to its advanced sensor. Video recording is smooth with stable stabilization for everyday use.
The vivo V40 Pro 256GB offers all-day battery life with moderate to heavy usage, including streaming, browsing, and social media. It supports fast charging to quickly restore power when needed.
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