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Huawei Mate X
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Full Specifications
Display
| Type | Foldable OLED |
| Size Unfolded | 8.0 inches, 205.0 cm2 (~86.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution Unfolded | 2200 x 2480 pixels (~414 ppi density) |
| Folded Cover Display (Front) | 6.6 inches, 1148 x 2480 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio |
| Folded Rear Display (Back) | 6.38 inches, 892 x 2480 pixels, 25:9 ratio |
Platform
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 |
| Chipset | Kirin 980 (7 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x1.92 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G76 MP10 |
Memory
| Card slot | Nano Memory (NM) up to 256GB (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 512GB 8GB RAM, UFS 2.1 |
Main Camera
| Modules | 40 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/1.7", PDAF; 8 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 2x optical zoom; 16 MP, f/2.2, 17mm (ultrawide); TOF 3D (depth) |
| Features | Leica optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
Selfie Camera
| Modules | No dedicated selfie camera; uses main camera system |
Battery
| Type | Li-Po 4500 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | 55W wired, 85% in 30 min |
Body
| Dimensions Unfolded | 161.3 x 146.2 x 5.4 mm |
| Dimensions Folded | 161.3 x 78.3 x 11 mm |
| Weight | 295 g (10.41 oz) |
| Build | Plastic front (display), aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (Dual SIM) |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Infrared port | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 |
Launch
| Announced | 2019, February 25 |
| Status | Available. Released 2019, November |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Unique and impressive foldable design
- Large, immersive 8-inch display when unfolded
- Excellent camera system with Leica optics
- Blazing fast 55W charging
- Early adoption of 5G technology
Cons
- Very expensive launch price
- Outward folding screen is more susceptible to damage
- Limited international availability
- Kirin 980 chipset was a generation behind newer flagships at its actual release
- No 3.5mm headphone jack
In The Box & Warranty
- Huawei Mate X smartphone
- 55W SuperCharge charger
- USB-C cable
- USB-C earphones
- Protective clamshell case
- SIM ejector tool
Typically includes a standard one-year manufacturer's warranty, subject to regional consumer laws.
Questions & Answers
What is the Huawei Mate X?
The Huawei Mate X is an innovative foldable smartphone released in November 2019, featuring an outward-folding OLED display that transforms it from a 6.6-inch phone into an 8-inch tablet.
When was the Huawei Mate X released?
The Huawei Mate X was officially released in November 2019, after being unveiled in February 2019.
Does the Huawei Mate X support 5G?
Yes, the Huawei Mate X was one of the first smartphones to support 5G connectivity, powered by Huawei's Balong 5000 modem.
What kind of camera does the Huawei Mate X have?
The Huawei Mate X features a quad-camera system co-engineered with Leica, including a 40MP wide lens, 16MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto with 2x optical zoom, and a TOF 3D sensor.
What is the battery life and charging speed of the Mate X?
The Mate X is equipped with a 4500 mAh battery and supports Huawei's 55W SuperCharge technology, capable of charging 85% in just 30 minutes.
Is the Huawei Mate X available globally?
The Huawei Mate X had limited international availability and was primarily launched. Subsequent Huawei foldable models, like the Mate Xs, saw broader global releases.