
Hello, tech enthusiasts! If you're here, it's because you're probably at the crossroads of choosing between two of Vivo's latest phones: the Vivo V40 and its younger sibling, the Vivo V40 Lite 4G. At first glance, they may look similar, but as we know at iLevante.com, the devil is in the details?and the hardware! ?????
In this article, we'll break down both devices so you know exactly what you're getting with each one. We won't just talk numbers and specifications; we'll dive into what really matters: how they perform in day-to-day use and, of course, their weaknesses and the parts most likely to fail. Because knowing what replacement parts for your Vivo V40 you might need in the future is a hallmark of smart buyers. Let's get to it!
To start, there's nothing like a good table to see the differences at a glance. Here?s a head-to-head comparison of their most important components.
| Feature | Vivo V40 Lite 4G | Vivo V40 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen | AMOLED, 6.67", 1080x2400 pixels, 120Hz, 1800 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 6.78", 1260x2800 pixels, 120Hz, HDR10+, 4500 nits (peak) |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 (6 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 610 | Adreno 720 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB (UFS 2.2), expandable with microSDXC | 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB (UFS 2.2), not expandable |
| Main Camera | 50 MP, $f/1.8$ (main) + 2 MP, $f/2.4$ (depth) | 50 MP, $f/1.9$ (main with OIS) + 50 MP, $f/2.0$ (ultrawide) with ZEISS optics |
| Front Camera | 32 MP, $f/2.5$ | 50 MP, $f/2.0$ |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5500 mAh |
| Charging Speed | 80W fast charging | 80W fast charging |
| Resistance | IP64 (splash resistant) | IP68/IP69 (immersible and dust resistant) |
| Materials | Glass front, plastic frame and back | Glass front and back, plastic frame |
| Dimensions and Weight | 163.2 x 75.9 x 7.8 mm, 188 g | 164.2 x 75 x 7.6 mm, 190 g |
The table is all well and good, but what does this mean for your day-to-day? Let?s translate it into terms we all understand.
Both phones feature an AMOLED screen with 120Hz, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional smoothness. But the similarities end there. The Vivo V40 raises the stakes with higher resolution (1260x2800 vs. 1080x2400), leading to sharper text and images. The most striking difference, however, is in brightness: the 4500 nits peak of the V40 is a standout feature that lets you see the screen perfectly even under blazing sunlight, while the Lite's 1800 nits, though good, fall short. Additionally, the V40's HDR10+ support will make your Netflix or Prime Video series look cinematic.
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