Huawei P40 5G vs Huawei P40 Lite 5G
Our Verdict: Same generation, two tiers: the P40 5G at the top and the P40 Lite 5G below it. The 5G leads on camera hardware with a 50MP main sensor to the Lite 5G's 48MP, plus a 32MP selfie camera against 16MP, and the Lite 5G has the bigger screen at 6.4" against 6.1", while the 5G has the sharper one at 422 PPI. The 5G uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the Lite 5G's LCD, and the 5G is the lighter phone at 175g against 183g. The Lite 5G doesn't just win on price; it holds its own on specs too, which makes it the easy pick unless something specific draws you to the 5G.
If you'd rather pay up front, the Lite 5G is the cheaper buy at £165 SIM-free.
Prices updated 3 July 2026
Huawei P40 5G
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Huawei P40 Lite 5G
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| Screen | 6.1" | 6.4" |
| Display | OLED | LTPS IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2310 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 422 | 398 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 16 Megapixels |
| Chipset | HiSilicon Kirin 990 | HiSilicon Kirin 810 |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android (with Huawei AppGallery) | Android (with Huawei AppGallery) |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 with A2DP, LE | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 148.9 x 71.1 x 8.5 mm | 159.2 x 76.3 x 8.7 mm |
| Weight | 175 grams | 183 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP53 - dust and splash protection | IP53 - dust and splash protection |
| Contracts | - | - |
| SIM-free | £229.00 | £165.00 |
| Prices updated 3 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Huawei P40 5G or Huawei P40 Lite 5G?
The Huawei P40 Lite 5G has the bigger screen at 6.4" compared to the Huawei P40 5G's 6.1", the Huawei P40 5G has the sharper display at 422 pixels per inch versus 398, and the Huawei P40 5G uses a OLED panel while the Huawei P40 Lite 5G has a LTPS IPS LCD.
Which has the better camera, the Huawei P40 5G or Huawei P40 Lite 5G?
The Huawei P40 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Huawei P40 Lite 5G has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Huawei P40 5G or Huawei P40 Lite 5G?
The Huawei P40 Lite 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £165.00.
What storage options are available for the Huawei P40 5G and Huawei P40 Lite 5G?
The Huawei P40 5G is available in 128GB, while the Huawei P40 Lite 5G comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Huawei P40 5G and Huawei P40 Lite 5G use?
The Huawei P40 5G is powered by the HiSilicon Kirin 990, while the Huawei P40 Lite 5G uses the HiSilicon Kirin 810.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Huawei P40 5G or Huawei P40 Lite 5G?
The Huawei P40 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 8g lighter at 175 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 148.9 x 71.1 x 8.5 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Huawei P40 5G or Huawei P40 Lite 5G?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP53 - dust and splash protection.
What operating system do the Huawei P40 5G and Huawei P40 Lite 5G run?
Both phones run Android (with Huawei AppGallery).