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Huawei Mate X5 (16GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,910RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:7.85 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 13 MP & 12 MP

Huawei Mate X5 (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.

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

90%

7.8

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–²Better than 81% 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%
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 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 82% of models
Score components

25%

7.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.0

Camera

15%

7.8

Display

15%

7.6

Battery

10%

7.9

Software

10%

8.5

Connectivity

4%

5.6

Audio

3%

6.8

Design

â–²Better than 82%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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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<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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Best prices
    N/A~ £1,910
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Huawei Mate X5 (16GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 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 82% of models
Score components:

25%

7.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.0

Camera

15%

7.8

Display

15%

7.6

Battery

10%

7.9

Software

10%

8.5

Connectivity

4%

5.6

Audio

3%

6.8

Design

7.8
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 X5 (16GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
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
HiSilicon Kirin 9000S
This smartphone uses the HiSilicon Kirin 9000S processor which is faster than processors in 78.9% 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
2.62 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.62 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 60.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% 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 & 13 MP & 12 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 13 MP & 12 MP which is higher than that of 61.7% 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
5,060 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,060 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 58.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% 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
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
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
245 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 245 g which is heavier than 89.5% 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 X5 (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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.62 GHz & 3x2.15 GHz & 4x1.53 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.62 GHz & 3x2.15 GHz & 4x1.53 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (HiSilicon Kirin 9000S vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    HiSilicon Kirin 9000S vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 9.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.62 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 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
  • 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
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • 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 Screen Optimization Engine, XMAGE Imaging, AI Celia Voice Assistant, Smart Search, SuperHub
    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 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
  • 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
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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 & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 13 MP & 12 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
  • 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
  • 51.5% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1000 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 660 nits
  • 800 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1800 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,800 nits vs 1,000 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
  • 1.2% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5060 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,060 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 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
  • 1.5 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
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 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
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • 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
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 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
  • 24.9% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (245 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    245 g vs 196.2 g
  • 7.35x more expensive
    Huawei Mate X5 (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,910 vs £260).
    £1,910 vs £260
  • 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.
  • 7.35x more expensive
    Huawei Mate X5 (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,910 vs £260).
    £1,910 vs £260
  • 27.4% worse value for money
    Huawei Mate X5 (16GB + 1TB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (5.76 vs 7.3).
    5.76 vs 7.34
  • 5.44x less popular
    Huawei Mate X5 (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 50% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 1024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1024 KB.
    512 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 24.9% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (245 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    245 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
  • 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.
    September 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

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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thegadgetflow.com
28/10/2023
Summary of the review
Huawei Mate X5 smartphone has a tablet-like interior display
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huaweicentral.com
08/09/2023
Summary of the review
Huawei Mate X5 network speed exceeds 1000Mbps, 5G unleashed?
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wolksoftcr.com
08/09/2023
Summary of the review
Huawei Mate X5: The most peculiar and enigmatic update to Huawei's flagship foldable
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eltiempo.com
08/09/2023
Summary of the review
Huawei unveils its new Mate X5 foldable with dual screens
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Huawei Mate X5 (16GB + 1TB)

  • Premium, slim, and lightweight foldable design that feels like a normal phone when folded
  • Strong durability featuring IPX8 water resistance and scratch-resistant Kunlun glass
  • High-quality dual LTPO displays with up to 1800 nits brightness and smooth 120Hz refresh rates
  • Advanced camera system including a 50MP main sensor and a 5x periscope telephoto lens
  • Fast charging capabilities with 66W wired and 50W wireless support
  • Improved connectivity over predecessors, including 5G support via the Kirin 9000S chipset

What we don't like about Huawei Mate X5 (16GB + 1TB)

  • Lack of native Google Mobile Services (GMS), requiring workarounds like MicroG that still don't support Google Pay or Android Auto
  • Kirin 9000S performance is viewed as lagging behind current Snapdragon or Dimensity flagships by some users
  • High price point, especially for the 'Collector's Edition' with 1TB of storage
  • Software experience on HarmonyOS/EMUI is noted as lacking compared to Samsung's more mature foldable interface
  • Battery life can be inconsistent, with some users reporting significant drain during heavy use

Verdict

The Huawei Mate X5 is a premium foldable smartphone featuring a powerful Kirin 9000S processor, 16GB of RAM, and a generous 1TB (1TB) of internal storage. Its main pros include stunning dual LTPO OLED displays (a 7.85-inch foldable inner screen and a 6.4-inch cover screen, both with 120Hz refresh rates and Kunlun Glass protection), an impressive 50MP triple-camera system with 5x optical zoom, IPX8 water resistance, robust 5060mAh battery life, and fast 66W wired/50W wireless charging capabilities. The primary cons are its limited availability (primarily launched in China), the absence of Google Play Services due to US sanctions (it runs on HarmonyOS 4.0), and the use of a proprietary NM (Nano Memory) card slot for expandable storage, which uses a shared SIM slot.

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