Fairphone 3+ vs Poco C40
The Fairphone 3+ (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 632, while the Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ. By overall MobileRank rating, the Fairphone 3+ leads — 13/100 vs 11/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C40 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3040); the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP; the Fairphone 3+ is noticeably lighter (189g vs 204g).
Fairphone 3+
Poco C40
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 204g
- Better camera (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 45/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3040 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Fairphone 3+ vs the Poco C40, the Fairphone 3+ scores 2 points higher (13/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 3+ leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ leads (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the Poco C40 (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the Poco C40 (63/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the Poco C40 (76/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Fairphone 3+ | Poco C40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 632 | JLQ | |
| AnTuTu | 243691 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 295 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1037 | — | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 3040 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×71.8×9.9 mm | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 204 g | |
| Price | $489 | — |
Fairphone 3+
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Fairphone 3+
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Fairphone 3+
- 3040 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco C40
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the Poco C40 (26/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (45/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the Poco C40 (63/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ notably outperforms the Poco C40 (76/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Fairphone 3+ or the Poco C40?
The Fairphone 3+ edges out the Poco C40 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Fairphone 3+ and the Poco C40?
The Fairphone 3+ has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Poco C40 — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 3+ or the Poco C40?
The Fairphone 3+ leads on camera score (26/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 3+ over the Poco C40?
The Fairphone 3+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use.