Samsung Galaxy M40 – Specs, Price, Release Date & Review

Name: Samsung Galaxy M40
Brand: Samsung
Rating: 4.11 (9 reviews)

Added: 06.18.19 | Updated: 02.25.20

Model: Galaxy M40
Brand: Samsung
Rating: 4.11 out of 5 (9 votes)
Price: 260 EUR
Year of manufacture: 2019
Dimensions: 155.3 x 73.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight: 168 g
Chipset: Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675 (11 nm)
Built-in memory: 128 GB
Screen: PLS TFT 6.3 inches
Battery: 3500 mAh
Rear camera: Triple, 32MP
Front camera: Single, 16MP

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Common

Brand and model	Samsung Galaxy M40
Other names	Versions: SM-M405F/DS, SM-M405FN/DS (Global), SM-M405G/DS
Launch date	2019, June

Price

First price	260 EUR

Design

Height	6.11 in (155.3 mm)
Width	2.91 in ( 73.9 mm)
Depth	0.31 in ( 7.9 mm)
Weight	5.93 oz (168 grams)
Water resistant
Colors	Sweater Blue, Midnight Blue
Case	Buy a case from Amazon

Screen

Technology	PLS TFT
Size	6.3 in
Screen Area	97.4 cm²
Resolution	1080 x 2340 px
Points per inch	409 PPI
Color Depth	16M
Ratio (height:width)	19.5:9
Ratio (screen:body)	84.9%
Screen Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified)
Screen protector	Buy a screen protector from Amazon

Hardware

Chipset	- Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675 (11 nm)
CPU	- Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 460 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 460 Silver)
GPU	- Adreno 612

Memory

Internal Memory	128 GB, 6 GB RAM 64 GB, 4 GB RAM
Memory Card Slot	microSD, up to 1 TB (uses shared SIM slot)

Software

Operating System (OS)	Android 9.0 (Pie); One UI
User Interface	One UI

Main Camera

Number of Cameras	Triple
Specs	-32 MP, f/1.7, 0.8µm, PDAF -8 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm, PDAF -5 MP, f/2.2, depth sensor
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video Recording	2160p@30fps, 1080p@30fps

Selfie camera

Number of Cameras	Single
Specs	-16 MP, f/2.0
Features	HDR
Video Recording	1080p@30fps

Cellular

Bands	GSM / HSPA / LTE
-2G - GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 -3G - HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 -4G - LTE (unspecified)
SIM Card	Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (2CA) Cat6 400/50 Mbps
SAR	0.20 W/kg (head)

Connectivity

Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE
GPS	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC	Yes
USB	2.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector

Battery

Capacity	3500 mAh
Type	Non-removable Li-Po
Charging	-Fast battery charging 15W

Audio

Headphone Jack	No
Radio	FM radio
Others	-Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic -Dolby Atmos sound

Sensors

Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Other specifications

Others

Samsung Galaxy M40 AnTuTu & Geekbench Scores

The Samsung Galaxy M40 scores 177326 points in AnTuTu 7, powered by the Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675 (11 nm) chipset.

Antutu Score

Antutu 7 Score	177326 (Position 91 out of 2128)

Antutu 7 Ranking
85. Razer Phone	179321
86. Apple iPhone 7	178965
87. OnePlus 3T	178923
88. HTC U19e	178321
89. Motorola Moto Z4	177625
90. Xiaomi Mi 9 SE	177362
91. Samsung Galaxy M40	177326
92. Nokia 8.1	177222
93. Motorola One Vision	176856
94. Samsung Galaxy Note FE	176392
95. Motorola One Action	176325
96. Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite	176214
97. Oppo R17	175823

Geekbench Score

GeekBench 4 Single Core	2361 (Position 74 out of 1024)
GeekBench 4 Multi-Core	6438 (Position 92 out of 1022)

GeekBench 4 Single Core Ranking
68. OnePlus 6	2390
69. Asus Zenfone 5z ZS620KL	2383
70. Asus Zenfone 5	2383
71. Sony Xperia XZ2	2378
72. Google Pixel 4 XL	2376
73. OnePlus 6T	2372
74. Samsung Galaxy M40	2361
75. Samsung Galaxy Note 9	2358
76. vivo iQOO Neo	2354
77. Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact	2351
78. Motorola Moto Z4	2346
79. Samsung Galaxy A70	2341
80. Razer Phone 2	2336

GeekBench 4 Multi Core Ranking
86. Razer Phone	6604
87. Samsung Galaxy A70	6600
88. Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro	6540
89. Motorola Moto Z2 Force	6481
90. Honor X30i	6465
91. Honor View 10	6460
92. Samsung Galaxy M40	6438
93. Nokia 8	6432
94. Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact	6422
95. HTC U11+	6409
96. Huawei nova 2s	6386
97. Xiaomi Redmi Note 11T Pro+	6379
98. HTC U11	6333

Disclaimer: This information is based on public data and official specifications from Samsung. However, there may be differences in specifications.

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Description of the Samsung Galaxy M40 Specs

The Samsung Galaxy M40 is a smartphone that was released in June 2019, providing a mixture of solid features and performance for its price point. It supports multiple networks including GSM, HSPA, and LTE, ensuring broad connectivity options. The phone boasts a hybrid dual SIM setup with Nano-SIM slots and features standby functionality.

The Galaxy M40 runs on Android 9.0 (Pie) with Samsung's One UI overlay, offering a user-friendly and customizable experience. Its slim form factor measures 155.3 x 73.9 x 7.9 mm, and the device weighs 168 grams, making it relatively lightweight and comfortable to hold.

It sports a 6.3-inch PLS TFT capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, which translates to a sharp pixel density of approximately 409 PPI. The screen is protected by an unspecified version of Corning Gorilla Glass and boasts an impressive 84.9% screen-to-body ratio with a modern 19.5:9 aspect ratio.

In terms of memory and storage, the Galaxy M40 comes in two variants: one with 128 GB of internal storage paired with 6 GB of RAM, and another with 64 GB of internal storage backed by 4 GB of RAM. Users can expand storage up to 1 TB via a microSD card, which shares a slot with the secondary SIM card due to the hybrid SIM setup.

The device is equipped with a triple rear camera setup, including a 32 MP primary lens, an 8 MP ultrawide angle lens, and a 5 MP depth sensor, providing versatility for photography enthusiasts. The front-facing camera features a 16 MP sensor for selfies, with both front and rear cameras capable of recording 1080p videos.

Connectivity options are ample with support for Bluetooth 5.0, dual-band Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC, and a USB Type-C 1.0 reversible connector. The Galaxy M40 comes with a non-removable 3500 mAh Li-Po battery that supports 15W fast charging, ensuring quick top-ups of the battery.

Audio features include active noise cancellation with a dedicated mic and Dolby Atmos sound for an immersive listening experience. However, it is worth noting that the Galaxy M40 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack. For security, the phone has a fingerprint sensor mounted on the rear.

The Samsung Galaxy M40 is available in Sweater Blue and Midnight Blue color options and was initially priced at around 260 EUR. With a SAR value of 0.20 W/kg (head), it falls within global safety standards.

For potential users interested in getting to know this device better, we invite you to explore all the detailed features of the Samsung Galaxy M40 further down this page. There you will find comprehensive information and see how it stacks up against other models in its category.

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Samsung Galaxy M40 Release Date

The Samsung Galaxy M40 was officially announced and released on June, 2019. It is available in Sweater Blue, Midnight Blue.

Samsung Galaxy M40 Price

The Samsung Galaxy M40 starts at 260 EUR. Here are the prices for all storage versions:

Version	Price
128 GB	260 EUR
6 GB RAM 64 GB	260 EUR
4 GB RAM	260 EUR

A 8GB version of the Samsung Galaxy M40 is not officially available — 4GB is the maximum storage option.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Samsung Galaxy M40 cost?

The price of the Samsung Galaxy M40 varies based on the specific model and storage capacity. As of the latest update, the base model starts at 260 EUR. Prices increase for models with larger storage capacity and additional features.

When did the Samsung Galaxy M40 come out?

The Samsung Galaxy M40 was released on June, 2019.

What is the size and weight of Samsung Galaxy M40 ?

The Samsung Galaxy M40 has dimensions of Height: 155.3 mm Width: 73.9 mm Thickness: 7.9 mm and weighs approximately 168 grams.

What is the screen size and resolution of Samsung Galaxy M40?

When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.3 inches diagonally offering a resolution of 1080 x 2340 px at a pixel density of 409 ppi.

How much memory and storage does a Samsung Galaxy M40 have?

Device comes with chipset Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675 (11 nm) with processor Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 460 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 460 Silver). Samsung Galaxy M40 is available with internal memory of 128 GB, 6 GB RAM 64 GB, 4 GB RAM.

What are the main camera specifications and megapixels of the Samsung Galaxy M40?

The device have a Triple rear camera setup with specs of 32 MP, f/1.7, 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm, PDAF 5 MP, f/2.2, depth sensor and features like LED flash, panorama, HDR

What are the front camera specs and MP of the Samsung Galaxy M40?

The device comes with Single front camera setup with specs of 16 MP, f/2.0 and features like HDR

What colors does the Samsung Galaxy M40 come in?

The Samsung Galaxy M40 is available in the following colors: Sweater Blue, Midnight Blue.

What is the AnTuTu score of the Samsung Galaxy M40?

The Samsung Galaxy M40 scores 177326 points in AnTuTu 7.