Honor V40 5G vs Realme GT 5G: Which Flagship Delivers More Power and Value?
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For most users, the Realme GT 5G emerges as the stronger choice. The Snapdragon 888 provides a noticeable performance advantage, particularly in demanding tasks like gaming, and its 98-hour endurance rating suggests comparable real-world battery life despite similar charging speeds. While the Honor V40 5G offers a solid experience, the GT 5G’s raw power is hard to ignore.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Honor V40 5G | Realme GT 5G |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 18, 19, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 28, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| CDMA2000 1x | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, January 22 | 2021, March 04 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, January 22 | Available. Released 2021, March 10 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front, glass back or eco leather back, plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 163.1 x 74.3 x 8 mm (6.42 x 2.93 x 0.31 in) | 158.5 x 73.3 x 8.4 mm (Glass) / 9.1 mm (Leather) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 189 g (6.67 oz) | 186 g (6.56 oz) |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1236 x 2676 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~440 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.72 inches, 110.4 cm2 (~91.1% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~85.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, HDR10, 120Hz, 800 nits (peak) | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+ |
| Always-on display | - | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-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 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 1000+ (7 nm) | Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G77 MC9 | Adreno 660 |
| OS | Android 10, Magic UI 4.0, no Google Play Services | Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 2.1 | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | Laser AF, LED flash, panorama, HDR | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.4, 120˚, 17mm (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.3, 16mm, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Video | 4K, 1080p, 720p@1920fps, HDR, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Dual | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide) Color spectrum sensor | - |
| Features | HDR | HDR, panorama |
| Single | - | 16 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/3.0", 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| 35mm jack | No | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| - | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Infrared port | Yes | - |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 66W wired, 60% in 15 min, 100% in 35 min 50W wireless, 50% in 35 min 5W reverse wired | 65W wired, 100% in 35 min |
| Type | Li-Po 4000 mAh | 4500 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Midnight Black, Rose Gold, Titanium Silver | Gold/Black, Blue, Silver |
| Models | YOK-AN10 | RMX2202 |
| Price | About 460 EUR | About 330 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 98h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -24.5 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 703986 (v8), 810433 (v9) GeekBench: 3555 (v5.1) GFXBench: 55fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Honor V40 5G
- Faster Wireless Charging (50W)
- Potentially better thermal management due to 7nm process
- Reverse Wired Charging
- Less powerful chipset (Dimensity 1000+)
- Limited camera details available
Realme GT 5G
- More powerful chipset (Snapdragon 888)
- Higher peak display brightness
- Excellent endurance rating (98h)
- Potential for thermal throttling
- No wireless charging
Display Comparison
The Realme GT 5G boasts a measured peak brightness of 650 nits, suggesting a more visible display in direct sunlight compared to the Honor V40 5G, for which brightness data is unavailable. Both displays feature an infinite (nominal) contrast ratio, typical of OLED panels. While neither specification sheet details refresh rate or panel technology (LTPO), the Realme GT 5G’s higher peak brightness gives it a slight edge for outdoor usability. Bezels and color accuracy are not specified, making a direct comparison impossible without hands-on testing.
Camera Comparison
Both devices are listed as having Photo/Video capabilities, but lack specific details. Without sensor size, aperture, or OIS information, a meaningful comparison is difficult. The absence of details suggests neither phone prioritizes a groundbreaking camera system. It’s reasonable to assume both will offer competent image capture in good lighting conditions, but low-light performance will likely be a differentiating factor dependent on sensor size and image processing algorithms. The lack of mention of a telephoto lens on either device suggests a focus on wide-angle and ultrawide photography.
Performance
The core difference lies in the chipsets. The Realme GT 5G’s Snapdragon 888 (5nm) is built on a smaller fabrication process than the Honor V40 5G’s Dimensity 1000+ (7nm). This translates to greater transistor density and, generally, improved power efficiency and performance. The Snapdragon 888’s Cortex-X1 prime core, clocked at 2.84 GHz, significantly outperforms the Dimensity 1000+'s Cortex-A77 cores at 2.6 GHz. While both utilize Cortex-A55 efficiency cores, the Snapdragon 888’s architecture is more modern. However, the Snapdragon 888 is known for potential thermal throttling under sustained load, a factor the Dimensity 1000+ may mitigate due to its larger process node. Both phones likely utilize LPDDR5 RAM, but specific speeds are not provided.
Battery Life
Both the Honor V40 5G and Realme GT 5G achieve a full charge in 35 minutes with their respective 65/66W wired charging solutions. The Honor V40 5G adds 50W wireless charging, a feature absent on the Realme GT 5G. However, both phones share an endurance rating of 98 hours, indicating similar real-world battery life despite potential differences in battery capacity (not specified). The Honor V40 5G’s wireless charging capability provides added convenience, while the Realme GT 5G’s faster wired charging may be preferable for those who prioritize speed.
Buying Guide
Buy the Honor V40 5G if you prioritize a balanced experience with a focus on fast charging and a potentially more refined software experience (depending on region). Buy the Realme GT 5G if you demand maximum performance for gaming and intensive applications, and are willing to potentially manage thermal throttling under sustained load. Both phones are excellent value, but cater to different user needs.