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Huawei Mate 70 Air (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£500RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:7.0 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 12 MP & 8 MP & 1.5 MP

Huawei Mate 70 Air (12GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.3/10

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

90%

8.3

Technical score

10%

?

User score

★Better than 92% of smartphones
8.2

Value for money

Value for money
8.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

★Better than 94%
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

25%

7.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.4

Camera

15%

8.9

Display

15%

7.9

Battery

10%

9.0

Software

10%

9.1

Connectivity

4%

5.9

Audio

3%

7.3

Design

★Better than 92%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £500
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
12GB + 512GB12GB + 256GB16GB + 256GB16GB + 512GB
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Huawei Mate 70 Air (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components:

25%

7.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.4

Camera

15%

8.9

Display

15%

7.9

Battery

10%

9.0

Software

10%

9.1

Connectivity

4%

5.9

Audio

3%

7.3

Design

8.3
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Huawei Mate 70 Air (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

7.9

Price

8.2
Brand name
Huawei
Processor model
HiSilicon Kirin 9020A/9020B
This smartphone uses the HiSilicon Kirin 9020A/9020B processor which is faster than processors in 79.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.5 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Harmony OS
Android version
N/A
Direct OS updates
?
Open-source OS
no
This smartphone does not use an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 12 MP & 8 MP & 1.5 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 12 MP & 8 MP & 1.5 MP which is higher than that of 58.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 53.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
2 Nano-SIM (or Nano-SIM + eSIM in some regions)
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
7 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 7 inches which is larger than the screens of 97.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1320x 2760 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1320x2760 px which is higher than that of 89.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
437 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 437 ppi which is higher than that of 75.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
LTPO OLED
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
6,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,500 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 82.4% of smartphones and equal to those in 2.6% of smartphones.
Charging speed
66 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 66 W which is faster than in 67.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.9% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
165 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 165 mm which is taller than 67.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Width
81.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 81.5 mm which is wider than 91.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
6.6 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 6.6 mm which is thinner than 97.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Weight
208 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 208 g which is heavier than 69.7% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
80,190 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 80,190 cm³ which is smaller than 93.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Huawei Mate 70 Air (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • 30% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 3,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (4,000 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    4,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Has 3D facial recognition
    This smartphone features 3D facial recognition, the average smartphone does not. 4.3% of smartphones support 3D face unlock.
  • 0.33 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1320x2760 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1320x2760 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 11.1% better value for money
    Huawei Mate 70 Air (12GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.15 vs 7.3).
    8.15 vs 7.34
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 more CPU threads
    This smartphone offers more CPU threads than the average smartphone (12 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    12 vs 8
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2.44x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (10,000 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4,096 KB.
    10,000 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    LPDDR5
    5 vs 4
  • 4x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,024 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,024 vs 256
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (HiSilicon Kirin 9020A/9020B vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    HiSilicon Kirin 9020A/9020B vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 28.7% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,212 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,212 vs 942
  • 37.5% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,483 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,483 vs 2,533
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.5 GHz & 3x2.15 GHz & 4x1.6 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.5 GHz & 3x2.15 GHz & 4x1.6 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 4.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Air Transmission, AI Motion Trajectory, AI Time-Space Traversal, AI Call Summary, AI Noise Reduction Calls, AI Eye Comfort
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports desktop mode
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 12 MP & 8 MP & 1.5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 12 MP & 8 MP & 1.5 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Has 3D facial recognition
    This smartphone features 3D facial recognition, the average smartphone does not. 4.3% of smartphones support 3D face unlock.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Supports satellite SOS
    This smartphone supports satellite SOS functionality, the average smartphone does not. 8.1% of smartphones offer satellite emergency services.
  • Supports optical tracking
    This smartphone supports optical tracking, the average smartphone does not. 12.5% of smartphones include optical tracking.
  • Supports motion tracking
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • Has HDMI output
    This smartphone supports HDMI output, the average smartphone does not. 4.1% of smartphones offer direct HDMI connectivity.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 3,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (4,000 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    4,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 0.33 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1320x2760 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1320x2760 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Huawei Kunlun Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Huawei Kunlun Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 10.6% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (437 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    437 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (2000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 118.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1,012 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,012 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 30% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 2x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (66 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    66 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 2 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (2 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    2 m vs 0 m
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68/IP69K vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68/IP69K vs IP67
  • 1.7 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (6.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    6.6 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    November 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • 18% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (80,190 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    80,190 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 11.6% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (840 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    840 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 5.5 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (81.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    81.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 5.44x less popular
    Huawei Mate 70 Air (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 92.3% more expensive
    Huawei Mate 70 Air (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£500 vs £260).
    £500 vs £260
  • 11.6% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (840 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    840 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Runs closed-source/proprietary OS only
    This smartphone does not use an open-source OS, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones use open-source systems.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (10.7 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    10.7 MP vs 16 MP
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 5.5 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (81.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    81.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (208 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    208 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.4 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (165 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    165 mm vs 163.6 mm

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Huawei Mate 70 Air (12GB + 512GB)

  • Ultra-slim and lightweight 6.6mm design that remains comfortable for daily use
  • Massive 6,500mAh silicon-carbon battery providing exceptional life for a thin device
  • Large, immersive 7.0-inch LTPO OLED display with high peak brightness of 4,000 nits
  • Comprehensive triple-camera system including a dedicated 3x telephoto lens
  • Flagship-level durability with Kunlun Glass and IP68/IP69 water and dust resistance
  • Premium features like dual stereo speakers and two-way satellite communication

What customers don't like about Huawei Mate 70 Air (12GB + 512GB)

  • Lack of native Google apps and services due to ongoing software restrictions
  • No wireless charging support, likely a trade-off for the slim chassis
  • Limited global availability; primarily released for the Chinese market
  • Weak or inconsistent haptic vibration motor compared to other flagships
  • Curved screen edges can restrict the usable area for stylus input
  • Slightly lower real-world screen brightness in dim environments despite high peak claims

Verdict

The Huawei Mate 70 Air (12GB + 512GB) is an ultra-slim, 5G-enabled smartphone running HarmonyOS 5.1, powered by the Kirin 9020A processor, and featuring a massive 7-inch LTPO OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 4000 nits peak brightness. A major pro is its exceptionally thin 6.6mm design, which still manages to house a large 6,500 mAh battery with 66W wired fast charging and IP68/IP69 dust and water resistance, along with a versatile 50MP OIS main camera system with a 3x optical zoom telephoto lens. A potential con is the lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack and no support for wireless charging.

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