Overall Score
63.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#1114)63.0
Performance(#2585)76.6
Camera(#418)95.7
Display(#2161)78.3
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#849)80.0
Connectivity(#2200)64.0
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Huawei P20 Pro
Short Review
- The Huawei P20 Pro features a sleek design with a glass front and back, supported by an aluminum frame, measuring 155 x 73.9 x 7.8 mm and weighing 180 grams.
- Its 6.1-inch OLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2240 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 408 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Kirin 970 chipset, the phone delivers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 64GB to 256GB of storage paired with 6GB or 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system is a standout, featuring a 40 MP main sensor, an 8 MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and a 20 MP monochrome sensor, capable of recording 4K video.
- The 4000 mAh battery supports 22.5W charging but does not offer wireless charging.
- Running on Android 8.1 with EMUI 12, it is upgradable to Android 10, providing a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1.
- The device includes stereo speakers for enhanced audio but lacks a headphone jack.
- Special features include optical image stabilization in the camera and a variety of color options, including Black and Gold.
- Overall, the Huawei P20 Pro combines premium design, robust performance, and an impressive camera system.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018, April 06
Announced2018, March 27
DescriptionVersions: CLT-L09, CLT-L29 (Global), CLT-AL00, CLT-AL01, CLT-TL01 (China, Hong Kong)HUAWEI P20 Pro Leather Limited Edition CLT-AL00L (China)
Display
Size6.1"
TypeOLED
Resolution1080 x 2240 pixels, 18.7:9 ratio (~408 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetKirin 970 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G72 MP12
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera40 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/1.7", PDAF, OIS8 MP, f/2.4, 80mm (telephoto), 1/4.0", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom20 MP B/W, f/1.6, 27mm (wide), 1/2.7"
Main Camera FeaturesLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, Leica optics, LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera24 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9µm
Front Camera FeaturesLeica optics
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details22.5W wired, 58% in 30 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions155 x 73.9 x 7.8 mm (6.10 x 2.91 x 0.31 in)
Weight180 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, Gold
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, EDR, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, EMUI 12
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass