
Overall Score
57.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#3882)57.5
Performance(#3361)62.5
Camera(#4387)42.4
Display(#4998)70.5
Battery(#3363)51.0
Build(#12254)63.8
Comparisons Featuring Huawei MatePad 10.8
Short Review
- The Huawei MatePad 10.8 features a sleek design with dimensions of 257 x 170 x 7.2 mm and a weight of 500g, available in Gold, Gray, and Black.
- Its 10.8-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1600 x 2560 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 280 ppi.
- Powered by the Kirin 990 chipset, it delivers robust performance through its octa-core CPU and Mali-G76 MP16 GPU, complemented by 6GB of RAM across various storage options.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP shooter capable of 1080p video recording, while an 8 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The device is equipped with a substantial 7500 mAh battery, supporting 18W charging, though it lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 10 with EMUI 10.1, it does not include Google Play Services.
- The MatePad features stereo speakers for enhanced audio and includes a headphone jack for wired listening.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 and Bluetooth 5.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- Overall, the MatePad 10.8 combines solid performance with a high-quality display and a well-designed build.
- Special features include a USB Type-C 2.0 port and a magnetic connector for accessories.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, July 30
Announced2020, July 30
DescriptionVersions: SCMR-W09 (Wi-Fi only); SCMR-AL00 (LTE)
Display
Size10.8"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1600 x 2560 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~280 ppi density)
PPI1600
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetKirin 990 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.86 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x2.09 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.86 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G76 MP16
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/1.8, AF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity7500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 7500 mAh
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions257 x 170 x 7.2 mm (10.12 x 6.69 x 0.28 in)
Weight500 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGold, Gray, Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM (cellular model only)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE - cellular model only
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, magnetic connector
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS - cellular model only
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10, EMUI 10.1, no Google Play Services
OS VersionAndroid 10, EMUI 10.1, no Google Play Services
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers)
Audio JackYes