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Huawei Mate 70 RS Ultimate (16GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£760RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:6.9 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 12 MP & 48 MP

Huawei Mate 70 RS Ultimate (16GB + 1TB) 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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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

90%

8.3

Technical score

10%

?

User score

★Better than 92% of smartphones
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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
â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

6.5

Price

â–²Better than 72%
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%

8.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.3

Camera

15%

8.3

Display

15%

8.8

Battery

10%

8.6

Software

10%

8.5

Connectivity

4%

6.8

Audio

3%

7.1

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%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £760
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Huawei Mate 70 RS Ultimate (16GB + 1TB)

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%

8.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.3

Camera

15%

8.3

Display

15%

8.8

Battery

10%

8.6

Software

10%

8.5

Connectivity

4%

6.8

Audio

3%

7.1

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
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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

?
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 RS Ultimate (16GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components:

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

6.5

Price

7.7
Brand name
Huawei
Processor model
HiSilicon Kirin 9020
This smartphone uses the HiSilicon Kirin 9020 processor which is faster than processors in 79.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
1 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 1 TB which is larger than the storage of 94.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% 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
?
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct 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 & 48 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 12 MP & 48 MP which is higher than that of 64.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.4 & f/2.1 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.4 & f/2.1 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 99.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% 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.
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
6.9 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.9 inches which is larger than the screens of 93.8% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1316x 2832 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1316x2832 px which is higher than that of 90.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
453 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 453 ppi which is higher than that of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
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
5,700 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,700 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 71.6% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.5% of smartphones.
Charging speed
100 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 100 W which is faster than in 90.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.2% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports 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
164.6 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 164.6 mm which is taller than 65.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Width
79.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 79.5 mm which is wider than 88% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.3 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm which is thinner than 44.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
251 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 251 g which is heavier than 89.8% of smartphones.
Device volume
103,648 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 103,648 cm³ which is larger than 76.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Huawei Mate 70 RS Ultimate (16GB + 1TB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 3.01x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1985 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,985 nits vs 660 nits
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Motion Trajectory, AI Protagonist Moment, AI Time-Space Traversal, AI Smart Control Key, AI Air Transmission, AI Call Summary, AI Messages on the Go, AI Noise Reduction Calls, AI Silent Calls, Celia AI, HarmonyOS NEXT
    agentic vs fundamental
  • 2,500 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3,500 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    3,500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 5.6% better value for money
    Huawei Mate 70 RS Ultimate (16GB + 1TB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.75 vs 7.3).
    7.75 vs 7.34
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB 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
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    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
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (HiSilicon Kirin 9020 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    HiSilicon Kirin 9,020 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 71.9% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (44 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    44 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.5 GHz & 6x2.15 GHz & 4x1.6 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.5 GHz & 6x2.15 GHz & 4x1.6 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 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
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Motion Trajectory, AI Protagonist Moment, AI Time-Space Traversal, AI Smart Control Key, AI Air Transmission, AI Call Summary, AI Messages on the Go, AI Noise Reduction Calls, AI Silent Calls, Celia AI, HarmonyOS NEXT
    agentic 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 fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.4 & f/2.1 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.4 & f/2.1 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 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
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 12 MP & 48 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 12 MP & 48 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.
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.
    3.1 vs 2
  • 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.
  • 3.01x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1985 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,985 nits vs 660 nits
  • 2,500 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3,500 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    3,500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1316x2832 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1316x2832 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.23 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 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
  • 14.7% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (453 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    453 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 4x faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (80 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    80 W vs 20 W
  • 14% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5,700 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    5,700 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.
  • 50% faster reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (7.5 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    7.5 W vs 5 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • 6 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (6 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    6 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
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 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.
  • 27.9% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (251 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    251 g vs 196.2 g
  • 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
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • 2.92x more expensive
    Huawei Mate 70 RS Ultimate (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£760 vs £260).
    £760 vs £260
  • 3.5 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (79.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    79.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 2.92x more expensive
    Huawei Mate 70 RS Ultimate (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£760 vs £260).
    £760 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Huawei Mate 70 RS Ultimate (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 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
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • 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 front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (13 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    13 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.
  • 27.9% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (251 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    251 g vs 196.2 g
  • 3.5 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (79.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    79.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (164.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    164.6 mm vs 163.6 mm

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Summary of the review
Huawei Mate 70 Unveiled: Top-Tier Specs, but the Manufacturer Remains Vague on One Key Parameter
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What customers like about Huawei Mate 70 RS Ultimate (16GB + 1TB)

  • Premium design with durable materials like titanium and basalt-tempered Kunlun Glass
  • Excellent and high-quality camera performance (50MP main, 48MP periscope telephoto), with users reporting 'shocking' image quality
  • Stunning 6.9-inch Dual-layer LTPO OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and high peak brightness (3500 nits)
  • Outstanding battery life, consistently offering around 9 hours of uptime with regular use
  • Ultra-fast wired (100W) and wireless (80W) charging capabilities
  • Robust build quality with high IP68/IP69 water and dust resistance
  • Smooth performance powered by the Kirin 9020 processor and ample RAM (up to 16GB)
  • Advanced connectivity features including 5G, Wi-Fi 7, and satellite calling support
  • Intuitive and secure Harmony OS user experience with useful AI features like AI noise-canceling calls

What customers don't like about Huawei Mate 70 RS Ultimate (16GB + 1TB)

  • Lack of Google Mobile Services (GMS), which can be a significant limitation for users outside of China
  • High price point, which many reviewers feel is expensive compared to competitors
  • Can be considered heavy and bulky by some users
  • The camera app has been described as somewhat sluggish
  • Average or weak performance in some demanding games compared to other flagship processors
  • Some users report a weak or inconsistent vibration motor

Verdict

The Huawei Mate 70 RS Ultimate is a premium flagship smartphone featuring a top-tier Kirin 9020 processor and a substantial 16GB of RAM with 1TB (1TB) of internal storage. Key characteristics include a stunning 6.9-inch dual-layer LTPO OLED display with a smooth 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and exceptional 3500 nits peak brightness, protected by durable Basalt-tempered Kunlun glass. The sophisticated multi-camera system includes a 50MP main sensor with variable aperture, a 40MP ultra-wide, and a 48MP periscope telephoto lens offering 4x optical zoom, all supported by a large 5,700mAh battery with rapid 100W wired and 80W wireless charging. Pros include its luxurious titanium frame design, IP68 water resistance, advanced satellite connectivity (for messaging in China), and a high-performance camera system. The primary cons are its very high price point and the lack of Google services and full Android app compatibility for global users, as it runs on Huawei's HarmonyOS.

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