Overall Score
58.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#3707)58.0
Performance(#3378)62.5
Camera(#4417)42.4
Display(#5080)70.5
Battery(#3385)51.0
Build(#11015)68.8
Comparisons Featuring Huawei Ascend Mate7 Monarch
Short Review
- The Huawei Ascend Mate7 Monarch features a sleek design with dimensions of 157 x 81 x 7.9 mm and a weight of 185g, available in Obsidian black, Moonlight silver, and Amber gold.
- Its 6.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 367 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Kirin 925 chipset, an octa-core CPU, and 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and app usage.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera capable of recording 1080p video at 60fps, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The 4100 mAh battery supports extended usage but does not feature fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 4.4 (KitKat) with EMUI 3, the software experience may feel dated compared to newer devices.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack.
- Overall, the Ascend Mate7 Monarch combines a solid build with decent performance and camera capabilities, making it a reliable choice for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as Huawei Ascend Mate7 Monarch edition
Display
Size6"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~367 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionSapphire crystal glass, oleophobic coating
Performance
ChipsetKirin 925 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A15 & 4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A7)
GPUMali-T628 MP4
Memory64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@60fps
Selfie Video720p
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4100 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions157 x 81 x 7.9 mm (6.18 x 3.19 x 0.31 in)
Weight185 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsObsidian black, Moonlight silver, Amber gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Micro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4 (KitKat), EMUI 3
OS VersionAndroid 4.4 (KitKat), EMUI 3
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes