Samsung Galaxy A40s (2019)

The manufacturer offers this phone with a 6.38 inch Super AMOLED display, a Exynos 7 Octa 7904 chipset, and 4 GB of RAM.

Explore its secrets, both positive and negative!

Table of Contents

• Samsung Galaxy A40s specifications
• Weight, dimensions, colors
• System, chipset, performance
• Display type, size, resolution
• Memory, storage
• Cameras, flash
• Connectivity, network, wireless
• Battery type, capacity, charger
• Features, sensors, specials
• Verdict, pros and cons

This article shares our personal experiences and thoughts about using the Samsung Galaxy A40s smartphone. We hope to offer helpful insights to others interested in this device.

Samsung Galaxy A40s specifications

Weight, dimensions, colors

The weight of the Samsung Galaxy A40s is still considered to be lightweight and portable. Smartphones use a Nano SIM as a subscriber identity module (SIM), which is a chip card.

System, chipset, performance

The Samsung Galaxy A40s comes with Android OS v9.0 (Pie) out of the box. Android is an open-source operating system. This means the source code is free to the public. This octa-core CPU consists: Octa-core, Dual-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A73, Hexa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53. Many people consider ARM Mali GPUs a good option for mobile devices.

Display type, size, resolution

The Galaxy A40s's AMOLED display has deep blacks and vibrant colors. It also has fast response times and features like Always-On Display. The 6.38 inch display should be big enough for our needs. It will make viewing comfortable. This is true whether we're reading, browsing, or watching. The display size is the diagonal distance from one corner of the screen to the opposite corner.

Memory, storage

The Samsung Galaxy A40s comes with 4 GB of RAM, which is considered to be sufficient for most users' needs. Having more RAM alone does not guarantee better performance. 64 GB of storage is usually seen as good for a smartphone. It should be enough for most users. We can expand the internal storage of the Galaxy A40s (64 GB) by using a compatible microSD card.

Cameras, flash

Multiple cameras or depth sensors can help the smartphone. They can make its portrait mode effects more appealing. The Galaxy A40s does not have optical image stabilization (OIS).

Connectivity, network, wireless

The Samsung Galaxy A40s supports 4G/LTE networks. The Galaxy A40s supports the latest Wi-Fi standards. We can use Bluetooth to connect our Galaxy A40s smartphone to many Bluetooth devices. The Galaxy A40s has a GPS receiver. Many fitness and activity tracking apps rely on GPS. It is used to accurately measure and record outdoor activities. The phone isn't NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. NFC is not essential for basic phone functionality, but it can be useful. The 3.5 mm headphone jack allows us to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.

Battery type, capacity, charger

The Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery. It does not need periodic full discharge. The Galaxy A40s does not have a removable battery, it integrates the battery into the phone's design.

Features, sensors, specials

Today, smartphones come with many sensors. They help make the user experience better. The accelerometer provides information about the smartphone's movement in three axes. These are X (horizontal), Y (vertical), and Z (depth). The fingerprint reader is a biometric security feature found in Galaxy A40s smartphones. The light sensor is a type of sensor in a smartphone. It lets the phone measure light intensity around the device.

Dual SIM is great for businesses. They want to give staff a device with separate numbers and bills for personal and business use. With fast charging, we can get a significant amount of battery life in a few minutes of charging.

Verdict, pros and cons

Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses, and this Samsung phone is no exception. As with any device, there are aspects that shine and others that fall short. By examining both sides, we can paint a complete picture of what this phone has to offer. Let's explore its standout features and areas for improvement. Remember, this is just my opinion, and yours might be different.

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I'm Lucas Bradley, the founder of the Phone42.com site. I love technology, especially smartphones, and I've been working with tech stuff for more than 20 years. This means I've seen a lot of changes and have learned a bunch about what makes a good phone. On Phone42.com, I look at all kinds of phones. They can be from big, well-known companies or new ones trying to make their mark. I want to help people understand what's new and cool in the world of smartphones, in a way that's easy to get.