Huawei P40 5G vs Huawei P40 Pro 5G
Our verdict: Visuals favour the Huawei P40 Pro 5G — it's both bigger at 6.6" and sharper at 441 PPI. For a lighter carry, the Huawei P40 5G wins at 175g. If you'd rather buy outright, the Huawei P40 Pro 5G starts at £279.00 SIM-free.
Huawei P40 5G
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Huawei P40 Pro 5G
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| Screen | 6.1" | 6.58" |
| Display | OLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1200 x 2640 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 422 | 441 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 32 Megapixels |
| Chipset | HiSilicon Kirin 990 | HiSilicon Kirin 990 |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB |
| 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/ax |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 with A2DP, LE | 5.1 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 148.9 x 71.1 x 8.5 mm | 158.2 x 72.6 x 9 mm |
| Weight | 175 grams | 209 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP53 - dust and splash protection | IP53 - dust and splash protection |
| Contracts | — | — |
| SIM-free | £289.00 | £279.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Huawei P40 5G or Huawei P40 Pro 5G?
The Huawei P40 Pro 5G has the bigger screen at 6.6" compared to the Huawei P40 5G's 6.1", the Huawei P40 Pro 5G has the sharper display at 441 pixels per inch versus 422, and both use OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Huawei P40 5G or Huawei P40 Pro 5G?
The Huawei P40 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Huawei P40 Pro 5G has a 50 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 Pro 5G?
The Huawei P40 Pro 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £279.00.
What storage options are available for the Huawei P40 5G and Huawei P40 Pro 5G?
The Huawei P40 5G is available in 128GB, while the Huawei P40 Pro 5G comes in 256GB.
What processors do the Huawei P40 5G and Huawei P40 Pro 5G use?
The Huawei P40 5G is powered by the HiSilicon Kirin 990, while the Huawei P40 Pro 5G uses the HiSilicon Kirin 990.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Huawei P40 5G or Huawei P40 Pro 5G?
The Huawei P40 5G is the more portable of the two — it's 34g lighter at 175 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 148.9 x 71.1 x 8.5 mm, and is slimmer at 8.5mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Huawei P40 5G or Huawei P40 Pro 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 Pro 5G run?
Both phones run Android (with Huawei AppGallery).