
Overall Score
69.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#622)69.1
Performance(#1677)67.0
Camera(#277)53.8
Display(#229)88.5
Battery(#497)70.5
Build(#2294)72.8
Comparisons Featuring Huawei Mate X3
Short Review
- The Huawei Mate X3 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, an aluminum frame, and options for eco leather, weighing 239g.
- Its foldable 7.85-inch OLED display offers a resolution of 2224 x 2496 pixels and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, it delivers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 730 GPU.
- The camera system includes a versatile 50 MP main sensor, a 12 MP periscope telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom, and a 13 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 4K video.
- The 4800mAh battery supports 66W wired and wireless charging, ensuring quick power-ups.
- Running on HarmonyOS 3.1 or EMUI 13.1, it lacks Google Play Services but offers a range of features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC, enhancing versatility.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Black and Gold.
- It also includes stereo speakers for an improved audio experience.
- Overall, the Mate X3 combines premium materials and advanced technology in a compact foldable design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, March 23
Announced2023, March 23
DescriptionVersions:Global model with 4800 mAh batteryChina-only model with 5060 mAh battery
Display
Size7.85"
TypeFoldable OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz
Resolution2224 x 2496 pixels (~426 ppi density)
PPI2224
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionKunlun Glass (cover display only)
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G (4 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPUAdreno 730
Memory256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), PDAF, OIS12 MP, f/3.4, 125mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), AF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.4, (wide)Cover camera:8 MP, f/2.4, (wide)
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4800 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4800 mAh (Global)Si/C Li-Ion 5060 mAh (China only)
Charging Details66W wired50W wireless7.5W reverse wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
DimensionsUnfolded: 156.9 x 141.5 x 5.3 mmFolded: 156.9 x 72.4 x 11.1 mm
Weight239 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back or eco leather back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Violet, Dark Green, Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (B1I+B1c+B2a), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC
Software
Operating SystemHarmonyOS 3.1 (China), EMUI 13.1 (Europe), no Google Play Services
OS VersionHarmonyOS 3.1 (China), EMUI 13.1 (Europe), no Google Play Services
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, altimeter
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo