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Huawei Mate 20 lite#2785

Released: 2018

Huawei Mate 20 lite

Overall Score

46.2

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2785)46.2
Performance(#2743)75.0
Camera(#2030)44.8
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#3986)27.0
Build(#947)78.7
Connectivity(#2217)63.9
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Huawei Mate 20 lite

Short Review

  • The Huawei Mate 20 Lite features a sleek design with glass front and back, an aluminum frame, and dimensions of 158.3 x 75.3 x 7.6 mm, weighing 172g.
  • Its 6.3-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, providing a sharp 409 ppi density, though it lacks HDR support and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
  • Powered by the Kirin 710 chipset, it utilizes an octa-core CPU and comes with options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM, delivering decent performance for everyday tasks.
  • The rear camera setup includes a 20 MP wide lens and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p, while the front camera is notably absent.
  • The 3750 mAh battery supports 18W charging but does not offer wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 8.1 with an upgrade path to Android 10 and EMUI 12, the software experience is relatively modern.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C.
  • The device is available in Sapphire Blue, Black, and Platinum Gold colors.
  • It lacks water resistance and stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack.
  • Overall, the Mate 20 Lite combines solid design and performance with a competent camera and battery life.

Specifications

General

Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.3"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetKirin 710 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G51 MP4
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Main Camera20 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), PDAF2 MP, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity3750 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3750 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions158.3 x 75.3 x 7.6 mm (6.23 x 2.96 x 0.30 in)
Weight172 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
ColorsSapphire Blue, Black, Platinum gold
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, EMUI 12
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass