Overall Score
56.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#4408)56.6
Performance(#4607)60.3
Camera(#4402)42.4
Display(#5043)70.5
Battery(#8727)43.5
Build(#2409)72.8
Comparisons Featuring Huawei MediaPad M5 8
Short Review
- The Huawei MediaPad M5 8 features a sleek design with a glass front and aluminum back, measuring 212.6 x 124.8 x 7.3 mm and weighing 316 grams.
- Its 8.4-inch IPS LCD display boasts a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 359 ppi.
- Powered by the Kirin 960s chipset, it offers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, suitable for multitasking and media consumption.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP unit capable of 1080p video recording, while the 8 MP front camera is adequate for selfies.
- The 5100 mAh battery supports 18W charging, ensuring decent longevity for daily use.
- Running on Android 8.0 with EMUI 8, the software experience is functional but may feel dated compared to newer versions.
- The device includes stereo speakers for enhanced audio output, although it lacks a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G.
- Available in Space Gray and Champagne Gold, the MediaPad M5 8 combines portability with a premium build.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size8.4"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution2560 x 1600 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~359 ppi density)
PPI2560
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetKirin 960s (16 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G71
Memory32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, PDAF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5100 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions212.6 x 124.8 x 7.3 mm (8.37 x 4.91 x 0.29 in)
Weight316 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSpace Gray, Champagne Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8
OS VersionAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo