The Honor V40 is set to launch in China on 22 January, and it arrives positioned as a gaming-focused flagship with a powerful processor and a striking design. Originally expected on 18 January, the launch was pushed to 22 January. Honor will offer the phone in Black, Blue, Silver and peach color options.
Details surfaced through a popular Chinese retailer site, which shared both the launch timing and the key specifications ahead of the official reveal. The 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant is expected to sell in China for 3,999 yuan, roughly Rs 45,049.
When the Honor V40 launches
The Honor V40 will be unveiled in China on 22 January at 10 am local time, which is 7:30 pm Indian time. Sales are expected to begin right after the launch event.
Leaked information points to a rectangular quad rear camera setup with laser autofocus and an LED flash. The display is said to feature a pill-shaped cutout in the upper left corner for the selfie camera, along with a curved edge. Honor has also confirmed plans to bring this phone to India in the coming time.
Honor V40 specifications
The phone centers on a 6.72-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and runs on the Dimensity 1000+ processor. The camera system is built for versatility, while the selfie setup adds a second sensor for more flexibility.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.72-inch OLED, 120Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Dimensity 1000+ |
| Rear camera | Quad setup with 50MP primary sensor |
| Selfie camera | Dual: 32MP primary, 16MP secondary |
| Charging | 66W wired, 55W wireless |
| Memory variant | 8GB RAM + 128GB storage |
| Price (China) | 3,999 yuan (approx Rs 45,049) |
| Colors | Black, Blue, Silver, peach |
Built for gamers
Honor is pitching this device squarely at gamers. The Honor V40 packs a large battery with fast charging support, rated at 66W wired and 55W wireless.
- New graphics acceleration engine described as GPU Turbo X for a smoother gaming experience
- 120Hz OLED display for fluid on-screen motion
- Dimensity 1000+ processor handling demanding titles
- 66W wired and 55W wireless fast charging to cut downtime
For more devices from this maker, browse our full Honor coverage.
