The vivo V40 5G continues the tradition of ZEISS co-engineered handsets in the popular V-series. With this collaboration, users would expect a refined mobile camera experience. While the ZEISS-powered camera system is undoubtedly its marquee feature, the vivo V40 5G offers far more than just an upscaled photography. What truly sets this smartphone apart in its segment is the seamless integration of great hardware, an advanced mobile lighting system, and enhanced AI-driven features - all working harmoniously to deliver a well-rounded user experience.
The vivo V40 5G is anything but ordinary. Here are four reasons why we think it’s a real stunner in this price range.
Camera Co-Engineered with ZEISS
The vivo V40 5G’s highlights the ZEISS ALL Main Camera system. This impressive setup includes a 50MP ZEISS OIS Main Camera, a 50MP ZEISS Ultra Wide-Angle Camera, and a 50MP ZEISS Group Selfie Camera - a trifecta of ZEISS-powered lenses. With this versatile camera suite, the vivo V40 5G excels in various shooting environments and lighting conditions.
At night, the vivo V40 5G breezes through the scene, capturing photos with great detail and clarity. The main sensor lifts most of the shadows, retrieving details that might be obscured when using other phones. On top of that, the phone also gives you access to the ZEISS Natural filter in Photo mode, as well as multiple preset filters in Portrait Mode.
The vivo V40 5G’s powerful camera system, intuitive features, and built-in portrait modes make it easy for anyone to capture professional-quality shots. I could even go further in saying that this camera could outperform most of its competitors in this segment.
Enhanced Portrait System with AI Aura Light
In this iteration of the V-series, vivo introduces the AI Aura Light Portrait System. This upgraded version of the Aura Light technology boasts a 33% increase in brightness compared to the Aura Light 3.0. This feature is also complemented by the ZEISS Style Portrait to produce stunning night portraits.
Moreover, vivo brings in the AI 3D Studio Lighting feature, which takes portrait photography to the next level. It uses advanced algorithms to analyze facial details in 3D and provide a more natural and dynamic fill light.
This virtual lighting works hand-in-hand with the physical light from the AI Aura Light, a perfect pairing for producing well-rounded and professional-looking photos. This feature ensures your subject is perfectly lit, adding depth and dimension to every shot. It’s like having a mobile studio.
Moreover, the collaboration also brings in the ZEISS Multifocal Portrait. This gem allows the vivo V40 5G to capture stunning and professional-grade portraits in different focal lengths (24mm, 35mm, and 50mm) while in Portrait Mode. With this feature, you can produce stunning portraits in different scenarios.
Stunning New Design with IP69 Rating
The vivo V40 5G now sports a streamlined design that’s worthy of a powerful camera phone. For one, it is vivo’s slimmest smartphone with a 5500 mAh BlueVolt battery. Speaking of the battery, it supports 80W Flash Charge technology. On top of that, the large and stunning display is one of the best in this segment. With a 120Hz refresh rate, this panel provides a buttery-smooth experience when navigating its interface.
There’s a fresh camera module design, giving the vivo V40 5G a stylish appeal with its matte backing - at least for our Nebula Purple colorway. It's also available in some truly striking colors like Stellar Silver and Sunglow Peach, each adding a unique flair to the phone's overall appearance.
Beyond its looks, the phone is built to withstand the elements with an IP68/IP69 rating. This means it's not just resistant to dust but can also handle being submerged in water, giving users peace of mind whether they’re caught in the rain or accidentally drop it in a puddle.
Powerful and Efficient Hardware
Under the hood, the vivo V40 5G is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset. Built on a 4-nanometer process, this chip offers both power and efficiency, making it a great choice for everyday use. You can breeze through multitasking without worrying about slowdowns or crashes.
It’s coupled with 12GB of RAM, which can be expanded virtually by another 12GB, giving you a total of 24GB of RAM when you need it. Plus, there's up to 512GB of storage, so you’ll have plenty of space for your apps, photos, and videos. You can count on smooth performance while having peace of mind that you won't quickly run out of storage.
Conclusion
The vivo V40 5G is a very competitive smartphone in this segment for multiple reasons. With its highly capable feature set and stylish design, it’s one of the most sought-after smartphones this season. Its collaboration with ZEISS makes it shine in mobile photography, particularly in low-light and portrait shots. This impressive feature set further establishes it as a reliable pro-level device at this price point.
You can get the vivo V40 5G for Php 26,999 for the 12+256GB variant and Php 29,999 for the 12GB+512GB variant. To learn more, visit the vivo product website or check it out on official e-commerce platforms like Shopee and Lazada.
The vivo V40 5G is on pre-order from September 17 to 27. To secure your unit, just pay a Php 500 down payment, and you’ll get a Php 2,000 discount off the SRP. You’ll also receive a pre-order voucher, which you’ll need when picking up your phone from September 28 to October 16. Plus, you’ll get a free TWS 3e worth Php 1,999.
