Microsoft Lumia 640
A 2015 budget Windows Phone with 5" LCD and free Office.
The Microsoft Lumia 640 is a budget Microsoft smartphone released Mar 2015, with a launch price of $180. It pairs the Snapdragon 400 with a 5.0" LCD display, a 8 MP main camera and a 2,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 44/100 — A budget Windows Phone with free Office. Standout strengths: free 1-year office 365 + 1 tb onedrive. and replaceable microsoft-branded lumia. Main trade-off: windows phone app gap.
A budget Windows Phone with free Office.
Lumia 640 was Microsoft's budget Windows Phone with Office 365 bundled — a polished value device on a fading platform.
Read the full review- Free 1-year Office 365 + 1 TB OneDrive.
- Replaceable Microsoft-branded Lumia.
- Polycarbonate colours.
- microSD + jack.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Microsoft Lumia 640 compares
| Microsoft Lumia 640 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Kin ONE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 44 | 89 | 45 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 400 | SD 8 Elite | NVIDIA Tegra |
| Display | 5.0" LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 2.6" QVGA |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP · f/1.7 | — |
| Battery | 2,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 950 mAh |
| Launch price | $180 | $1,299 | $50 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Microsoft Lumia 640 released?
The Microsoft Lumia 640 was released in Mar 2015.
How much does the Microsoft Lumia 640 cost?
The Microsoft Lumia 640 launched at $180 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Microsoft Lumia 640 screen size and type?
The Microsoft Lumia 640 has a 5.0" LCD display.
What chipset does the Microsoft Lumia 640 use?
The Microsoft Lumia 640 is powered by the Snapdragon 400 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Microsoft Lumia 640 have?
The Microsoft Lumia 640 ships with 1 GB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Microsoft Lumia 640 battery capacity?
The Microsoft Lumia 640 has a 2,500 mAh battery.
What is the Microsoft Lumia 640 main camera?
The Microsoft Lumia 640 has a 8 MP main camera.
Does the Microsoft Lumia 640 have a headphone jack?
The Microsoft Lumia 640 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Microsoft Lumia 640 get software updates?
The Microsoft Lumia 640 update policy: Windows 10 Mobile.
How much does the Microsoft Lumia 640 weigh?
The Microsoft Lumia 640 weighs 145 g.
What colours does the Microsoft Lumia 640 come in?
The Microsoft Lumia 640 is available in 4 colours: Cyan, Black, White, Orange.
Is the Microsoft Lumia 640 worth buying?
Lumia 640 was Microsoft's budget Windows Phone with Office 365 bundled — a polished value device on a fading platform. SpecEagle gives the Microsoft Lumia 640 an editorial score of 44/100.
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