Honor’s Play 40 series continues its expansion, with new additions released every few months. Following the launch of the Play 40 Plus in October last year and the Play 40 5G in China in May, the company has now introduced an even more affordable option, the Play 40C.
Design and Display
The Play 40C features a 6.65-inch TFT LCD screen with a 720p resolution (1612 x 720) and a smooth 90Hz refresh rate for seamless scrolling. The touch sampling rate matches the display’s refresh rate, also at 90Hz. The screen covers 70% of the NTSC color gamut, providing vibrant visuals. Additionally, the fingerprint sensor is conveniently positioned on the side, integrated with the power button.
Internals and Software
As a budget-friendly 5G device, the Play 40C is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 480+ SoC, enabling affordable 5G connectivity. It offers up to 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, with the option to expand storage using a memory card slot. The phone runs on Android 13 with MagicOS 7.1 layered on top, providing a user-friendly interface. Moreover, all Google apps and services are pre-installed on the device.
Cameras
The Play 40C boasts a single 13MP camera on the rear, capable of recording 1080p videos at 30 FPS. In comparison, the vanilla Play 40 incorporates a secondary 2MP depth sensor to enhance portrait shots. On the front, both phones feature a 5MP shooter that supports 1080p video recording, ensuring high-quality selfies and video calls.
Battery and Pricing
The battery and charging technology of the Play 40C remain unchanged. It houses a 5,200 mAh power cell, providing ample power for extended usage. The device supports 10W wired charging, ensuring a convenient charging experience. As for pricing, the Honor Play 40C is available in three color options: Magic Night Black, Ink Jade Green, and Sky Blue. The starting price for the device in China is $126.
Honor Play 40C Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ |
| CPU | Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Kryo 460 & 6×1.9 GHz Kryo 460) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 13, MagicOS 7.1 |
| Supported Networks | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, 5G |
| Display | 6.56″ TFT LCD, 720 x 1612 pixels, 90Hz refresh rate |
| Memory | RAM: 6 GB |
| Internal | 128 GB |
| Card slot | No |
| Camera | Rear: 13 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF |
| Front: 5MP, f/2.2, (wide) | |
| Colors | Magic Night Black, Ink Jade Green, Sky Blue |
| Fingerprint sensor | Side-mounted |
| Battery | 4,200 mAh, 10W charging |
| Price | $126 |
