Huawei P40 Lite 5G vs Realme 7 Pro
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Huawei P40 Lite 5G
Starting at
£165.00
Realme 7 Pro
Starting at
£146.00What's the difference between the Huawei P40 Lite 5G and Realme 7 Pro?
Huawei P40 Lite 5G vs Realme 7 Pro comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the Realme 7 Pro starts at £146, £19 less than the Huawei P40 Lite 5G.
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- Chipset: Kirin 820 5G (7 nm) on the Huawei P40 Lite 5G, Qualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G (8 nm) on the Realme 7 Pro.
- The Realme 7 Pro has more RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB.
- The Realme 7 Pro has a bigger battery: 4500 mAh vs 4000 mAh.
Huawei P40 Lite 5G vs Realme 7 Pro specs
The Huawei P40 Lite 5G and Realme 7 Pro are both 2020 releases that offer strong features for different needs. Huawei P40 Lite 5G suits you if you want 5G connectivity, a slightly bigger screen, and Huawei Mobile Services. Realme 7 Pro fits well if you prefer an Android OS, a Super AMOLED screen for deeper colours, more RAM for smoother multitasking, and a larger battery for longer use between charges. Both phones have 64 megapixel main cameras and quadruple camera setups, but Realme 7 Pro has a sharper front camera. Your choice depends on whether you prioritise network speed, screen type, or memory capacity.
Huawei P40 Lite 5G vs Realme 7 Pro price
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Huawei P40 Lite 5G vs Realme 7 Pro battery life and software updates
Durability covers battery size, software support, operating system, and network compatibility. These factors affect daily use and how long your device keeps up with updates and connections.
Battery Capacity
The Realme 7 Pro has a 4500 mAh battery, which is larger than the Huawei P40 Lite 5G's 4000 mAh. This means the Realme 7 Pro can generally offer longer battery life, making it a better fit if you often spend long hours away from charging.
Operating System
Huawei P40 Lite 5G runs on Huawei Mobile Services instead of Android. This distinction matters if you rely on specific Android apps or Google services, as Huawei Mobile Services uses a different app ecosystem.
Network Compatibility
Huawei P40 Lite 5G supports 5G networks, providing access to faster mobile data where available. Realme 7 Pro supports 4G, which covers current widespread networks but without 5G speeds.
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Huawei P40 Lite 5G vs Realme 7 Pro performance
Performance depends on chipset, RAM, and storage. These influence how smoothly apps run, multitasking ability, and available space for files and apps.
Processor Technology
Huawei P40 Lite 5G uses a Kirin 820 5G chipset built on 7 nm technology, while Realme 7 Pro uses a Qualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G chipset on 8 nm. The Kirin chipset's smaller process size can indicate efficiency benefits, which might affect battery use and performance in demanding tasks.
Memory Size
Realme 7 Pro offers 8 GB of RAM, compared to 6 GB on the Huawei P40 Lite 5G. More RAM helps keep more apps open and running smoothly, benefiting multitaskers and users of memory-intensive apps.
Storage Options
Both devices come with 128 GB of storage in the stocked options. This amount is ample for average use, including apps, photos, and media storage.
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Huawei P40 Lite 5G vs Realme 7 Pro screen
Screen quality affects your experience with videos, photos, and daily interaction. Key differences include screen size, type, and resolution.
Screen Size
Huawei P40 Lite 5G has a 6.5 inch screen, slightly larger than the Realme 7 Pro's 6.4 inch display. The larger screen provides more viewing space, which can be preferable for watching videos or browsing.
Screen Type
Realme 7 Pro uses a Super AMOLED screen, known for richer colours and deeper blacks, which enhances contrast and vibrancy. Huawei P40 Lite 5G features an IPS LCD screen, which offers good visibility and colour accuracy but with a different look and brightness.
Resolution and Refresh Rate
Both phones share the same resolution of 1080 by 2400 pixels and a 60 Hz refresh rate, delivering sharp images and standard smoothness for everyday use.
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Huawei P40 Lite 5G vs Realme 7 Pro camera
Audiovisual features focus on camera setups and front camera quality, important for photography and video calls.
Main Camera Setup
Both phones offer a quadruple camera array with a 64 megapixel main camera. This allows detailed photo capture and versatility through multiple lenses.
Front Camera Resolution
Realme 7 Pro has a 32 megapixel front camera, which captures more detail in selfies and video calls compared to the Huawei P40 Lite 5G's 16 megapixel front camera. This is a benefit if you prioritise sharper front-facing photos.
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Huawei P40 Lite 5G vs Realme 7 Pro size and design
Miscellaneous features include physical dimensions, connectivity options, SIM and storage expandability which affect everyday handling and compatibility.
SIM and Storage Expansion
Both devices support dual physical SIM cards. Huawei P40 Lite 5G uses a NM (Nano Memory) card slot for storage expansion, while Realme 7 Pro supports microSDXC cards. Your choice here depends on which type of memory card you prefer or already own.
Physical Size and Weight
Huawei P40 Lite 5G measures 162.3 mm in height and 75 mm in width, weighing 189 g. Realme 7 Pro is slightly smaller at 160.9 mm tall and 74.3 mm wide, weighing 182 g. If you prefer a lighter and slightly more compact phone, Realme 7 Pro fits better.
Audio and Charging Ports
Both phones feature USB-C and a 3.5 mm headphone jack, supporting wired audio and charging with modern cables.
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Huawei P40 Lite 5G or Realme 7 Pro: which should you buy?
Buy the Huawei P40 Lite 5G if
- you want 5G
Buy the Realme 7 Pro if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £146, £19 less than the Huawei P40 Lite 5G
- you want more RAM (8 GB vs 6 GB)
- you want a bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000 mAh)
Huawei P40 Lite 5G vs Realme 7 Pro FAQs
Huawei P40 Lite 5G vs Realme 7 Pro comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Kirin 820 5G (7 nm) on the Huawei P40 Lite 5G, Qualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G (8 nm) on the Realme 7 Pro. The Realme 7 Pro has more RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB.
The Realme 7 Pro is cheaper refurbished, from £146 compared with £165 for the Huawei P40 Lite 5G.
The Realme 7 Pro has a bigger battery: 4500 mAh vs 4000 mAh.
Both have the same main camera: 64 megapixels.
Both come in 128GB refurbished.
