Oppo Find X3 Pro vs Honor V40 5G: Which Flagship Reigns Supreme?

The Oppo Find X3 Pro and Honor V40 5G represent compelling flagship options, though arriving at different points in the market cycle. The Find X3 Pro launched as a premium, no-compromise device, while the V40 5G aimed to deliver flagship features at a more competitive price point. This comparison dissects their key differences to determine which phone best suits your needs.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For most users, the Oppo Find X3 Pro emerges as the stronger overall package. Its Snapdragon 888 chipset provides a performance edge, and the measured 774 nits peak brightness offers a superior viewing experience. While the Honor V40 5G boasts impressive 66W wired charging, the Find X3 Pro’s more refined software and camera system give it the win.

PHONES
Phone Names Honor V40 5G Oppo Find X3 Pro
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 18, 19, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 411, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66 - International
5G bands1, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - International
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA, LTE, 5G
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5GGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
 CDMA2000 1x 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - China
Launch
Announced2021, January 222021, March 11
StatusAvailable. Released 2021, January 22Available. Released 2021, March 19
Body
Build-Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Dimensions163.1 x 74.3 x 8 mm (6.42 x 2.93 x 0.31 in)163.6 x 74 x 8.3 mm (6.44 x 2.91 x 0.33 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIMNano-SIM + eSIM
Weight189 g (6.67 oz)193 g (6.81 oz)
 -IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Display
Protection-Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution1236 x 2676 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~440 ppi density)1440 x 3216 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~525 ppi density)
Size6.72 inches, 110.4 cm2 (~91.1% screen-to-body ratio)6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeAMOLED, 1B colors, HDR10, 120Hz, 800 nits (peak)LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, BT.2020, 500 nits (typ), 1300 nits (peak)
 Always-on display-
Platform
CPUOcta-core (4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 1000+ (7 nm)Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)
GPUMali-G77 MC9Adreno 660
OSAndroid 10, Magic UI 4.0, no Google Play ServicesAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM
 UFS 2.1UFS 3.1
Main Camera
FeaturesLaser AF, LED flash, panorama, HDRColor spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama
Quad-50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, 2x optical zoom, PDAF 50 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 110˚ (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF 3 MP, f/3.0, (microscope), AF, ring flash, 60x magnification
Triple50 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.4, 120˚, 17mm (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro)-
Video4K, 1080p, 720p@1920fps, HDR, gyro-EIS4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps; gyro-EIS; HDR, 10‑bit video
Selfie camera
Dual16 MP, f/2.0, (wide) Color spectrum sensor-
FeaturesHDRPanorama
Single-32 MP, f/2.4, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Video1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS1080p@30fps
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
Comms
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Infrared portYes-
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSSGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C, OTGUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery
Charging66W wired, 60% in 15 min, 100% in 35 min 50W wireless, 50% in 35 min 5W reverse wired65W wired, PD, 40% in 10 min 30W wireless, 100% in 80 min 10W reverse wireless
TypeLi-Po 4000 mAhLi-Po 4500 mAh
Misc
ColorsMidnight Black, Rose Gold, Titanium SilverGloss Black, Blue, White, Cosmic Mocha, Mars Edition, Photographer Edition
ModelsYOK-AN10CPH2173, PEEM00, OPG03
PriceAbout 460 EURAbout 200 EUR
Tests
Battery life- Endurance rating 81h
Camera- Photo / Video
Display- Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker- -25.4 LUFS (Very good)
Performance- AnTuTu: 656467 (v8) GeekBench: 3316 (v5.1) GFXBench: 33fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Honor V40 5G

  • Extremely fast 66W wired charging
  • Competitive price point (likely)
  • 50W wireless charging

  • Mediatek Dimensity 1000+ chipset may show its age
  • Limited camera information available

Oppo Find X3 Pro

  • Snapdragon 888 provides superior performance
  • Brighter and more vibrant display
  • Refined camera system with advanced image processing

  • Slower wireless charging compared to Honor V40 5G
  • Higher price point

Display Comparison

The Oppo Find X3 Pro’s display boasts a measured peak brightness of 774 nits, providing excellent visibility in bright outdoor conditions. While the Honor V40 5G’s display specifications aren’t provided, the Find X3 Pro’s contrast ratio is listed as infinite (nominal), suggesting a high-quality OLED panel. The Find X3 Pro’s display is likely to offer a more vibrant and immersive viewing experience due to its superior brightness and contrast. The absence of refresh rate data for the V40 5G makes a direct comparison difficult, but the Find X3 Pro’s panel is a clear advantage.

Camera Comparison

Both devices are listed as having Photo/Video capabilities, but detailed sensor information is lacking for the Honor V40 5G. The Oppo Find X3 Pro’s camera system is known for its high-quality image processing and versatile lens options. Without specific details on the V40 5G’s sensor sizes and apertures, it’s difficult to make a direct comparison. However, Oppo’s history suggests a focus on computational photography, potentially giving the Find X3 Pro an edge in challenging lighting conditions. The lack of information on the V40 5G’s camera prevents a thorough assessment.

Performance

The core difference lies in the chipsets: the Oppo Find X3 Pro utilizes the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G (5nm) while the Honor V40 5G features the Mediatek Dimensity 1000+ (7nm). The Snapdragon 888’s 5nm process node offers improved power efficiency and thermal performance compared to the Dimensity 1000+'s 7nm node. The Snapdragon 888’s CPU configuration – 1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1, 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78, and 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55 – provides a performance advantage over the Honor V40 5G’s 4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55. This translates to faster app loading times, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the Oppo Find X3 Pro.

Battery Life

Both phones achieve an endurance rating of 81 hours, suggesting comparable battery life despite differing battery capacities (not specified for the V40 5G). However, the charging speeds differ significantly. The Honor V40 5G supports 66W wired charging (60% in 15 min, 100% in 35 min) and 50W wireless charging (50% in 35 min). The Oppo Find X3 Pro offers 65W wired charging (40% in 10 min) and 30W wireless charging (100% in 80 min). While the Honor V40 5G charges faster initially with its wired charging, the Find X3 Pro’s wireless charging is significantly slower. The Honor V40 5G also offers 5W reverse wired charging, while the Find X3 Pro provides 10W reverse wireless charging.

Buying Guide

Buy the Honor V40 5G if you prioritize extremely fast wired charging and are comfortable with the Mediatek Dimensity 1000+ chipset. It’s a strong contender for users who frequently need to top up their battery quickly. Buy the Oppo Find X3 Pro if you demand top-tier performance, a brighter and more color-accurate display, and a more versatile camera system, even if it means slightly slower wireless charging.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the Snapdragon 888 in the Oppo Find X3 Pro experience significant throttling during extended gaming sessions?
While the Snapdragon 888 is a powerful chipset, it is known to generate heat under sustained load. The Oppo Find X3 Pro incorporates a robust cooling system to mitigate throttling, but some performance degradation may occur during very long gaming sessions. However, it will generally outperform the Dimensity 1000+ in the Honor V40 5G even with some throttling.
❓ How does the 30W wireless charging on the Oppo Find X3 Pro compare to the 50W wireless charging on the Honor V40 5G in real-world usage?
Despite the higher wattage, the Honor V40 5G's 50W wireless charging doesn't necessarily translate to a significantly faster overall charging experience. The Oppo Find X3 Pro's charging efficiency and thermal management may result in a comparable, or even faster, wireless charging time in some scenarios. The 80-minute full charge time for the Find X3 Pro is still respectable.
❓ Is the lack of detailed camera specifications for the Honor V40 5G a major concern for photography enthusiasts?
Yes, the absence of sensor size, aperture, and OIS information makes it difficult to assess the V40 5G’s camera capabilities. Photography enthusiasts will likely prefer the Oppo Find X3 Pro, which has a well-documented and highly-regarded camera system.