Huawei P40 Lite vs Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G

The Huawei P40 Lite (2020) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 810, while the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (2026) runs on the Kirin 9030S. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G leads — 38/100 vs 17/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Huawei P40 Lite is noticeably lighter (183g vs 213g).

The Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Huawei P40 Lite by 21 points (38/100 vs 17/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei P40 Lite
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 26
Battery 16
Design 71
Value for money 89
Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 46
Battery 66
Design 33
Value for money 55
What makes Huawei P40 Lite better?
  • Lighter: 183g vs 213g

  • Better design/ergonomics (71/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better value for money (89/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4200 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (46/100 vs 26/100)
  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei P40 Lite vs the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G scores 21 points higher (38/100 vs 17/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G leads (46/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G leads (66/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei P40 Lite leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Huawei P40 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Huawei P40 Lite (46/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Huawei P40 Lite (66/100 vs 16/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei P40 Lite significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (71/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei P40 Lite significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (89/100 vs 55/100).

Huawei P40 Lite: The Huawei P40 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G: The Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei P40 Lite Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G
Processor HiSilicon Kirin 810 Kirin 9030S
AnTuTu 565851
Geekbench Single 797
Geekbench Multi 2120
Display 6.4" IPS LCD 6.6" LTPO OLED
Resolution 1256x2760
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4200 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 66W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 13 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS HarmonyOS 6.1
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.2×76.3×8.7 mm 157.8×74.5×8.2 mm
Weight 183 g 213 g
Price $300
Camera comparison
Huawei P40 Lite
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 16MP
26
camera
Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 13MP
46
camera
Display comparison
Huawei P40 Lite
  • 6.4" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G
  • 6.6" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1256x2760
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Huawei P40 Lite
  • 4200 mAh
  • No wireless charging
16
battery
Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • Wireless: 50W
66
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Huawei P40 Lite
$300
Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Huawei P40 Lite (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Huawei P40 Lite (46/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Huawei P40 Lite (66/100 vs 16/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Huawei P40 Lite significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (71/100 vs 33/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Huawei P40 Lite significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G (89/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei P40 Lite or the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G?

The Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Huawei P40 Lite by 21 points (38/100 vs 17/100).

What is the rating of the Huawei P40 Lite and the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G?

The Huawei P40 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G — 38/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei P40 Lite or the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G?

The Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G leads on camera score (46/100 vs 26/100).

Should you choose the Huawei P40 Lite over the Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G?

The Huawei P40 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Huawei Pura 90 Pro 5G is a better fit for everyday use.