The Cat B40 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Unisoc T117, built for basic everyday tasks (2021).
2021 · Lower-mid-range
Overall
A
Performance
A
Display
C+
Battery
B+
Camera
C+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size2.4" · 145 x 62 x 18 mm (5.71 x 2.44 x 0.71 in)
ChipsetUnisoc T117
Main Camera2 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 157g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,800 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Unisoc T117 for simple tasks only
✗2 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 167 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Available
Announced
2021, April 20
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Unisoc T117
Entry-level — basic tasks only
Memory Card
microSD
💻 Display
Size
2.4"
Resolution
240×320
Sharpness
167 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
TFT LCD
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
Yes
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,800 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1800 mAh
📱 Design & Build
Weight
157g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
145 x 62 x 18 mm (5.71 x 2.44 x 0.71 in)
SIM
Nano-SIM
Colors
Black
Sensors
Accelerometer
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
No
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
No
GPS
No
USB
USB Type-C 2.0
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Loudspeaker
Yes
Radio
FM radio
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Cat B40 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
No, the Cat B40 does not have NFC.
The Cat B40 is rated IP69 — IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.2m for 35 min) MIL-STD-810H compliant Drop resistant up to 1.8m Flashlight (100+ lumens) Antimicrobial protection (silver ion-based).
Yes, the Cat B40 supports microSD expandable storage.
