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Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,940RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:7.85 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 13 MP & 8 MP

Huawei Mate X3 (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.

Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB)
7.8/10

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 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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â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

90%

8.0

Technical score

10%

5.6

User score

â–²Better than 82% of smartphones
5.8

Value for money

Value for money
5.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 99%
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 10
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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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â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

25%

8.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

7.6

Battery

10%

8.3

Software

10%

8.5

Connectivity

4%

7.1

Audio

3%

6.5

Design

â–²Better than 88%
5.6

User score

User score
5.6/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

7.0

User ratings

30%

2.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 99%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 10
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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
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components:

25%

8.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

7.6

Battery

10%

8.3

Software

10%

8.5

Connectivity

4%

7.1

Audio

3%

6.5

Design

8.0
User score
User score
5.6/ 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 99% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

User ratings

30%

2.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
5.6
Popularity
Popularity
2.5/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Popularity:
Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 2.5 points, which is lower than 62.2% of smartphones.
2.5
Value for money
Value for money
5.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.8
Brand name
Huawei
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor which is faster than processors in 84.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% 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
3.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.1% 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
yes
This smartphone uses 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 & 13 MP & 8 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 13 MP & 8 MP which is higher than that of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3.4 which is wider than that of 52% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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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
7.85 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 7.85 inches which is larger than the screens of 98.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
2224x 2496 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 2224x2496 px which is higher than that of 99.5% of smartphones.
Pixel density
426 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 426 ppi which is higher than that of 73.1% 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.
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
4,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,800 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 73% of smartphones and equal to those in 1.2% 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
40 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 40 min which is faster than 81.4% of smartphones and equal to the time of 4.1% of smartphones.
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
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
?
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Height
156.9 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 156.9 mm which is shorter than 88.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
141.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 141.5 mm which is wider than 98.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
5.3 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 5.3 mm which is thinner than 99.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
241 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 241 g which is heavier than 89.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
109,980 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 109,980 cm³ which is larger than 81.4% of smartphones.
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Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (5 x vs 0 x).
    5 x vs 0 x
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (2224x2496 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    2224x2496 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 1.18 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7.85 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 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
  • 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
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 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
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 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
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 2.28x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (2,801 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    2,801 vs 1,226
  • 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
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 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 Celia, Smart Search, AI Gesture Control, Smart Multi-window
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • 5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (5 x vs 0 x).
    5 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.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 13 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 13 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (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 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 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.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (2224x2496 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    2224x2496 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 1.18 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7.85 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • 40.3% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (926 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    926 nits vs 660 nits
  • 7.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (426 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    426 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has a secondary display
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 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
  • 2.5x faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (50 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    50 W vs 20 W
  • 22 min faster GSMArena full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a faster GSMArena full wired charge time than the average smartphone (40 min vs 62 min). The average charge time is 62 min.
    40 min vs 62 min
  • 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
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 3 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (5.3 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    5.3 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 6.7 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (156.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    156.9 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Is foldable
    This smartphone is foldable, the average smartphone is not. 3.9% of smartphones are foldable devices.
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (81 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    81 vs 99.5
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3.4 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/3.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 22.8% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (241 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    241 g vs 196.2 g
  • 7.46x more expensive
    Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,940 vs £260).
    £1,940 vs £260
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • 65.5 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (141.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    141.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 27.2% worse value for money
    Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (5.76 vs 7.3).
    5.76 vs 7.34
  • 7.46x more expensive
    Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,940 vs £260).
    £1,940 vs £260
  • 27.2% worse value for money
    Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (5.76 vs 7.3).
    5.76 vs 7.34
  • 41.7% lower user score
    User score
    5.6/ 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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    Huawei Mate X3
    the average smartphone
    Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (5.65 vs 8.000).
    5.65 vs 8
  • 2.19x less popular
    Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (2.49 vs 5.4).
    2.49 vs 5.44
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3.4 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/3.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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
  • 74 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (926 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    926 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (81 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    81 vs 99.5
  • 4% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 22.8% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (241 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    241 g vs 196.2 g
  • 65.5 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (141.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    141.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 11.3% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (7.1 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    7.1 vs 8
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    April 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 12.5% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (109980 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    109,980 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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pocket-lint.com
09/05/2023
Summary of the review
Huawei Mate X3 hands-on: First impressions of the Galaxy Z Fold 4 rival
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galaxus.at
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What we like about Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB)

  • Extremely thin and lightweight design, making it more manageable than typical foldables
  • Vivid dual 120Hz OLED displays with a nearly invisible crease on the internal screen
  • Premium build quality including IPX8 water resistance and a sleek periscope camera housing
  • Versatile and high-performing triple camera system, particularly noted for its 5x periscope zoom
  • Fast 66W wired and 50W wireless charging capabilities
  • Impressive stereo speakers that deliver loud and rich sound for the device's size

What we don't like about Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB)

  • Lack of native Google Mobile Services (GMS), requiring workarounds for many popular apps
  • Limited to 4G LTE connectivity due to trade restrictions, with no 5G support
  • High price point, often exceeding 2,000 euros/dollars
  • Battery life can be modest, especially with heavy use of the larger internal display
  • Proprietary NM storage expansion format and non-PowerDelivery compliant charger
  • Fingerprint reader can be thin and difficult to locate intuitively

Verdict

The Huawei Mate X3 (12GB + 512GB) is an ultra-slim and lightweight foldable smartphone, making it one of the most portable in its class. It features impressive hardware, including dual 120Hz OLED displays (a 6.4-inch cover and a 7.85-inch internal screen with a minimal crease), a capable 50MP Ultra Vision main camera system with a 5x periscope telephoto lens, a durable IPX8 water-resistant build, and a 4,800mAh battery with fast 66W wired and 50W wireless charging. Powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G processor and running EMUI 13.1 (or HarmonyOS in China) with 12GB of RAM, it offers smooth performance and a high-quality user experience. The main drawbacks are the lack of native Google Mobile Services (GMS) and 5G connectivity due to US sanctions, its high price, and the use of a proprietary Nano Memory card for storage expansion.

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