Samsung Galaxy M40: Infinity-O Display and Triple Camera

Technical Specifications

• General

  • Processor: Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675 (11 nm)
  • Operating System: Android 9.0 (upgradable to Android 11)
  • Storage: 64 GB with 4 GB RAM or 128 GB with 6 GB RAM

• Display

  • Type: PLS LCD, 6.3 inches
  • Resolution: 1080×2340 pixels
  • Features: Infinity-O design, 19.5:9 aspect ratio, Corning Gorilla Glass protection

• Camera

  • Rear Camera: Triple (32 MP wide, 8 MP ultrawide, 5 MP depth sensor)
  • Front Camera: 16 MP
  • Video Recording: 4K at 30 fps

• Battery and Connectivity

  • Battery Capacity: 3500 mAh
  • Charging: Supports 15W fast charging
  • Port: USB Type-C 2.0
  • Sensors: Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, proximity sensor

Description

Design and Display

The Galaxy M40’s modern design and 6.3-inch PLS LCD screen offer a unique experience for viewing content. The circular cut-out in the corner of the display for the front camera gives the phone a look similar to flagships of its time, while the slim bezels bring the screen-to-body ratio to about 84.9%. The phone’s plastic body keeps its weight low, making it easy to handle.

Performance and Hardware

Leveraging the Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 chipset and Adreno 612 GPU, this phone provides smooth performance for running apps and moderate games. While not built for heavy gaming, it capably handles users’ daily needs. The phone is also available in two versions with 64 or 128 GB of internal storage and 4 or 6 GB of RAM, allowing for choice based on user needs.

Camera and Other Features

The Galaxy M40’s triple-camera system includes a 32 MP main lens, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 5 MP depth sensor, which allows for high-quality photos and portrait shots with a bokeh effect. Other notable features of the phone include support for Dolby Atmos sound (via headphones) and the absence of a 3.5 mm headphone jack.