ZuPickr/Vivoan owner · 2 mo ago
0I've had my Vivo V40 Pro for about 1 year and 8 months. On Android 14 (Funtouch OS, out of the box), it worked great.
Colour Colour not stated
Memory
Where to buyStandard
Only on Amazon in this variant
Flipkart Not sold in this memory
Compare all 4 variants across stores
| Variant | Flipkart | Amazon |
|---|---|---|
| Ganges Blue · 256 GB | ₹49,991 | Not sold |
| Titanium Grey · 12 GB · 512 GB | ₹49,999 | Not sold |
| Titanium Grey · 8 GB · 256 GB | ₹49,991 | Not sold |
| Standard | Not sold | ₹48,999 |
Is the vivo V40 Pro 5G worth buying at ₹48,999?
Yes — at ₹48,999 the vivo V40 Pro 5G is worth considering, scoring 3.6 out of 5 against other phones at this price. It is strongest on display and weakest on performance. We have seen it as low as ₹29,970.
The ZuPick verdict
3.6out of 5
ConsiderBest at display, weakest at performance.
The vivo V40 Pro 5G gets a lot right: a bright sharp display, strong all-round cameras, fast performance, a large battery and proper water resistance. Its weaker long-term software support, lack of NFC and missing wireless charging are the main trade-offs against the best rivals in this price range.
Performance3.1
Performance is good for demanding everyday use and gaming. About 1.5 million on AnTuTu puts it ahead of many phones in this range, but 8 GB RAM, UFS 3.1 storage and a short update promise stop it short of the best long-term performers here.Camera3.7
This is a well-rounded camera setup with useful range: a 50 MP main camera, 50 MP ultrawide, 2x telephoto and a 50 MP selfie camera. The main limitation at this price is video topping out at 4K30 and zoom reach being shorter than the stronger telephoto phones.Display4.2
This is a strong screen for the price: a 1260x2800 AMOLED panel, 120 Hz refresh rate and very high 4500 nits peak brightness. It is clearly better than basic Full HD options, though LTPO and QHD+ panels still sit above it.Battery3.7
Battery life is comfortably good rather than class-leading. The 5500 mAh battery is above average for this class, 80W charging is quick, and 14h 36m of tested use should get most people through a full day easily.Value3.4
At ₹49991, it lands in a competitive sweet spot for premium phones. The mix of display quality, camera versatility, battery size and performance is good for the money, though a few missing premium extras keep it from looking like an outright bargain.Price history
FlipkartAmazon
6 OctToday
36 days of recorded prices.
Buy now or wait?Worth waiting
It has been as low as ₹29,970 in the period we have tracked.
Lowest
₹29,970
₹29,970
Highest
₹58,990
₹58,990
Pros & cons
What’s good
Bright sharp display
The 1260x2800 AMOLED panel is sharper than plain Full HD rivals, and 4500 nits peak brightness helps a lot outdoors. The 120 Hz refresh rate also keeps scrolling and animations smooth.
Strong all-round cameras
You get a rare triple 50 MP setup with ultrawide and telephoto coverage, plus a 50 MP front camera. That gives this phone more shooting flexibility than many rivals that stop at a main camera and ultrawide.
Big battery fast charging
The 5500 mAh battery is larger than many premium phones, and 80W charging is quick enough to make top-ups easy. Battery life of 14h 36m is comfortably solid for daily use.
Flagship-grade speed
It scores about 1.5 million on AnTuTu, which is comfortably above the middle of this price range. Day-to-day use feels fast, and demanding games should run well too.
Proper durability
IP68 and IP69 protection is a real plus at this price. It adds peace of mind against dust, rain and accidental water exposure.
What’s not
No NFC support
NFC is expected in this price range for tap-to-pay and quick pairing. Its absence stands out more here than it would on a cheaper phone.
Short update promise
Two Android version updates is weak for a phone this expensive. Buyers planning to keep it for four years or more will get less long-term software support than key rivals.
Only 2x telephoto
The telephoto camera is useful, but 2x optical zoom is modest in a segment where some rivals stretch to 3x or even 5x. It helps with portraits more than true long-range shots.
No wireless charging
Charging is fast over a cable, but this is still a cable-only phone. Several alternatives in this bracket offer the convenience of wireless charging.
What owners say
From Redditr/Vivoan owner · 2 mo ago
0After updating to Android 15: noticeable overheating during daytime use (it wasn't an issue before) and slightly reduced battery life.
r/Vivoan owner · 2 mo ago
0After updating to Android 16 (Origin OS): things got worse. Overheating is significantly more frequent, battery life has dropped drastically, and while Origin OS looks/feels nicer than Funtouch OS, the camera quality (the phone's main selling point) has noticeably degraded
r/Vivoan owner · 2y ago
4Come to 2024, I bought V40 Pro on the launch day. It had great reviews, had huge upgrades over V30 (waterproofing and stereo speakers). I was so excited about it.
r/Vivoan owner · 2y ago
4On day one itself, I found the main camera to be underwhelming. There is just a haze and low light about it. It should have been a vibrant, fast focusing, piece of art.
r/Vivoan owner · 2y ago
4I found that the other cameras are still quite good. But they also suffer from lag and slow focusing.
r/Vivoan owner · 2y ago
4The issues have worsened after the update to Android 15. Now the phone is slow to respond. Camera is even more slow. Sometimes even basic things (like show all apps) fails to work.
r/GadgetsIndiaan owner
V regular comes with UFS 2.2, while V pro isn't exactly value for money but it's not bad either, you get a good main+ telephone+ ultrawide and selfie camera is pretty good as well, V40 pro even has dimensity 9200+ which is as good as 8 gen 2, LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 3.1, should have been 4.0 though
vivo V40 Pro 5G: frequently asked questions
Short answers to what people ask most about this phone.
What is the price of the vivo V40 Pro 5G in India?
₹48,999. That is the lower of the two: ₹48,999 on Amazon and ₹49,991 on Flipkart, so Amazon is cheaper today by ₹992.
Is the vivo V40 Pro 5G cheaper on Amazon or Flipkart?
Amazon, by ₹992. Amazon has it at ₹48,999 and Flipkart at ₹49,991.
Should I buy the vivo V40 Pro 5G?
Our verdict is consider, 3.6 out of 5. It scores best on display and worst on performance. Scores come from the specification sheet and today's price, judged against other phones at the same price.
Will the vivo V40 Pro 5G get cheaper?
We have recorded it as low as ₹29,970 over 36 days, so ₹48,999 is not its floor. A drop of that size is worth waiting for if you are not in a hurry.
How good is the vivo V40 Pro 5G display?
We score it 4.2 out of 5 for display. This is a strong screen for the price: a 1260x2800 AMOLED panel, 120 Hz refresh rate and very high 4500 nits peak brightness. It is clearly better than basic Full HD options, though LTPO and QHD+ panels still sit above it.
How good is the vivo V40 Pro 5G battery?
We score it 3.7 out of 5 for battery. Battery life is comfortably good rather than class-leading. The 5500 mAh battery is above average for this class, 80W charging is quick, and 14h 36m of tested use should get most people through a full day easily.
How good is the vivo V40 Pro 5G value for money?
We score it 3.4 out of 5 for value for money. At ₹49991, it lands in a competitive sweet spot for premium phones. The mix of display quality, camera versatility, battery size and performance is good for the money, though a few missing premium extras keep it from looking like an outright bargain.
What are the best things about the vivo V40 Pro 5G?
Bright sharp display; Strong all-round cameras; Big battery fast charging.
What are the drawbacks of the vivo V40 Pro 5G?
No NFC support; Short update promise; Only 2x telephoto.
Is the vivo V40 Pro 5G better than the OPPO Reno14 5G?
We score them level — 3.6 against 3.6. The OPPO Reno14 5G is ₹6,000 cheaper today.
Is the vivo V40 Pro 5G better than the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro?
We score them level — 3.6 against 3.5. The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is ₹4,629 cheaper today.
Is the vivo V40 Pro 5G good for gaming?
For casual games, yes. We score it 3.1 out of 5 for performance — enough for everyday play, short of the phones people buy specifically to game on.
Is the vivo V40 Pro 5G camera good?
We score it 3.7 out of 5 for camera, judged against other phones at this price. This is a well-rounded camera setup with useful range: a 50 MP main camera, 50 MP ultrawide, 2x telephoto and a 50 MP selfie camera. The main limitation at this price is video topping out at 4K30 and zoom reach being shorter than the stronger telephoto phones.
Which phone is better than the vivo V40 Pro 5G?
At this price, the iQOO 15R — we score it 3.7 against the vivo V40 Pro 5G's 3.6 at ₹53,411.
vivo V40 Pro 5G lene chahiye ya nahi?
₹48,999 mein vivo V40 Pro 5G ko hum consider rate karte hain (3.6/5). Iska sabse accha point display hai, aur sabse kamzor performance.
How the vivo V40 Pro 5G compares
The phones people weigh against it at this price, with our score and today’s lowest price for each.
| Phone | Price | ZuPick score | How it compares |
|---|---|---|---|
| vivo V40 Pro 5G this phone | ₹48,999 | 3.6/5 | — |
| OPPO Reno14 5G | ₹42,999 | 3.6/5 | We score them level — the OPPO Reno14 5G saves ₹6,000. Full comparison → |
| Nothing Phone (4a) Pro | ₹44,370 | 3.5/5 | Too close to call — the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro saves ₹4,629. Full comparison → |
| OPPO Reno10 Pro 5G | ₹44,999 | 3.5/5 | Too close to call — the OPPO Reno10 Pro 5G saves ₹4,000. Full comparison → |
| iQOO 15R | ₹53,411 | 3.7/5 | Too close to call — the vivo V40 Pro 5G saves ₹4,412. Full comparison → |
Scores are ours, out of five, judged against other phones at the same price — how we rate. Prices are the lower of Amazon and Flipkart.
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