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Huawei P10 Plus (6GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£700RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:5.5 inchesMain camera megapixels:20 MP & 12 MP

Huawei P10 Plus (6GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 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–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

90%

5.3

Technical score

10%

8.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 92% of smartphones
6.0

Value for money

Value for money
6.0/ 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%

5.6

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 99%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 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–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

25%

5.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.6

Camera

15%

4.9

Display

15%

3.8

Battery

10%

3.0

Software

10%

6.6

Connectivity

4%

4.7

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

â–¼Worse than 93%
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 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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â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 68%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Huawei P10 Plus (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 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–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

25%

5.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.6

Camera

15%

4.9

Display

15%

3.8

Battery

10%

3.0

Software

10%

6.6

Connectivity

4%

4.7

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

5.3
User score
User score
8.1/ 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–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
7.5/ 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–² Better than 69% of models
Popularity:
Huawei P10 Plus (6GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 7.5 points, which is higher than 69.4% of smartphones.
7.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.0/ 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%

5.6

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

6.0
Brand name
Huawei
Processor model
HiSilicon Kirin 960
This smartphone uses the HiSilicon Kirin 960 processor model which is slower than processors in 88.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 7 Nougat
Android version
Android 7 Nougat
This smartphone runs Android version Android 7 Nougat which is older than that found in 98.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 0.8% of smartphones.
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
no
This smartphone does not offer 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
20 MP & 12 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 20 MP & 12 MP which is lower than that of 84.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/1.8
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/1.8 which is narrower than that of 51.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
31.3 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.3 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 63.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.25 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.25 µm which is larger than in 91.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 0.7% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 1 SIM slots, which is fewer than in 96.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.7% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 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
5.5 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 5.5 inches which is smaller than the screens of 97% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.8% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 2560 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x2560 px which is higher than that of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Pixel density
540 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 540 ppi which is higher than that of 98.6% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
3,750 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,750 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 93.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% 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
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
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
153.5 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 153.5 mm which is shorter than 92.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
74.2 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.2 mm which is narrower than 80.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
6.98 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 6.98 mm which is thinner than 96.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
165 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 165 g which is lighter than 95.4% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
67,932 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 67,932 cm³ which is smaller than 99.1% of smartphones.
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Huawei P10 Plus (6GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 0.45 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.3 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.25 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 36.7% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (540 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    540 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 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.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • 0.8% higher user score
    User score
    8.1/ 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 P10 Plus
    the average smartphone
    Huawei P10 Plus (6GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.06 vs 8).
    8.06 vs 8
  • 38.2% more popular
    Huawei P10 Plus (6GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.52 vs 5.4).
    7.52 vs 5.44
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.4 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.4 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 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
  • 2x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (512 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    512 vs 256
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 0.45 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.3 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.25 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 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.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 36.7% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (540 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    540 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 15.9% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (165 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    165 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.32 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    6.98 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 10.1 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (153.5 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    153.5 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1.8 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.2 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.2 mm vs 76 mm
  • 30.5% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (67,932 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    67,932 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (HiSilicon Kirin 960 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    HiSilicon Kirin 960 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (76 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    76 vs 99.5
  • 1.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (5.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 25% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3,750 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    3,750 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 23.3% worse value for money
    Huawei P10 Plus (6GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (5.95 vs 7.3).
    5.95 vs 7.34
  • 2.69x more expensive
    Huawei P10 Plus (6GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£700 vs £260).
    £700 vs £260
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (HiSilicon Kirin 960 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    HiSilicon Kirin 960 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 57.1% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 14 GB
  • 66.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (10 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    10 nm vs 6 nm
  • 58% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (396 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    396 vs 942
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 50.4% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,257 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,257 vs 2,533
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 59.9% lower PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (396 vs 988). The average smartphone scores 988 for single-core performance.
    396 vs 988
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This smartphone supports fewer CPU threads than the average smartphone (4 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    4 vs 8
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    3.1 vs 3.2
  • Supports older OpenCL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenCL version than the average smartphone (1.2 vs 2). The average smartphone supports OpenCL version 2.
    1.2 vs 2
  • 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
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 7 Nougat vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 7 Nougat vs Android 14
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No notification customization
    This smartphone does not allow notification customization, the average smartphone does. 99.1% of smartphones offer advanced notification options.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Lacks dark mode
    This smartphone does not support dark mode, the average smartphone does. 95.8% of smartphones have dark mode.
  • 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.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This smartphone does not support Picture-in-Picture (PiP), the average smartphone does. 97.9% of smartphones offer PiP mode.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (20 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    20 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/1.8 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/1.8 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 (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • No timelapse video
    This smartphone does not support timelapse video, the average smartphone does. 92.3% of smartphones include timelapse modes.
  • 2.2% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.3 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.3 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (4.2 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    4.2 vs 5.2
  • 1 fewer SIM slot/s
    This smartphone has fewer SIM slots than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 SIM slots.
    1 vs 2
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 1.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (5.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 24.2% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (500 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    500 nits vs 660 nits
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (76 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    76 vs 99.5
  • 25% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3,750 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    3,750 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 72.9% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (213 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    213 min vs 786 min
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 7 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2017 vs 2024). 7.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    April 2017
    2017 vs 2024

Video reviews

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

9.0
Karl Conrad
≈ estimated
23/07/2017
Updated review · months of daily use and camera tests
Verdict
Huawei P10 Plus is strongly recommended, especially for its camera, though it is not the most striking phone.
8.0
Techsloth
≈ estimated
20/07/2017
Long-term review · six weeks of daily use
Verdict
Huawei P10 Plus is a great smartphone overall, though its price feels too high for what it offers.
9.0
Shaan Haider
≈ estimated
03/07/2017
Gaming test · performance and heat over several high-end games
Verdict
Huawei P10 Plus delivers smooth gaming and strong multitasking, though the back gets noticeably warm.
8.0
Jeff Springer
≈ estimated
10/05/2017
Full review · one month of use, camera and build tests
Verdict
Huawei P10 Plus has a great build and an excellent camera, but it trails rivals and is not worth importing to the US.
9.0
Pocketnow
≈ estimated
05/04/2017
Quick look · first impressions and lab battery test
Verdict
Huawei P10 Plus is among the most powerful Android phones, with a strong feature set.
9.0
#GNTECH
≈ estimated
27/06/2017
Hands-on review · speed, camera, battery and design
Verdict
Huawei P10 Plus is a really great phone that ticks most boxes, though it lacks water resistance and has weaker photos.
8.0
Matthew Moniz
≈ estimated
15/04/2017
Comparison review · P10 versus P10 Plus
Verdict
Huawei P10 Plus is a good phone with great performance and camera, but weak software, no water resistance and no standout battery.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

trustedreviews.com
02/03/2017
Hands-on test · Flagship phone
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is a fast, well-built phone with a versatile camera, but the screen picks up grease once you remove its protector and it isn't waterproof.
stuff.tv
24/03/2017
Hands-on test · Dual-camera phone
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is a sharp, bright phone with a flexible dual-lens camera, but it looks like an iPhone and its portrait Beauty mode smooths faces too heavily.
techradar.com
24/03/2017
Hands-on test · Flagship phone
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is a slim, good-looking phone with a fun dual-lens camera and bright screen, but its price is hard to justify against rivals.
techadvisor.com
06/04/2017
In-depth review · Large flagship
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is a fast, well-equipped big phone with an infrared remote port, but it is only splashproof, pricey, and the regular P10 is almost as good.
uk.pcmag.com
14/04/2017
Lab test · Large flagship
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is a fast phone with a sharp screen that lasts a full office day and charges quickly, but it is expensive and the screen collects fingerprints.
mobilesyrup.com
29/06/2017
Hands-on review · Large flagship
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is a premium, zippy phone with a strong low-light camera, but it can overheat and its fingerprint-button navigation is unreliable.
financialpost.com
22/08/2017
Hands-on test · Dual-camera phone
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is a strong camera phone with a big battery and sharp screen, though it is not waterproof and its body picks up fingerprints quickly.
technuovo.com
2017
Hands-on review · Camera-focused flagship
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is a fast, comfortable flagship whose Leica-designed camera and large storage stand out, but it lacks water resistance and drains battery quickly.
itpro.com
08/05/2017
Early hands-on · 4.5G flagship
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is a sharp, fast flagship with a wide f/1.8 lens, but at first glance it is exactly what a 2017 Android flagship should be, nothing more.
expertreviews.co.uk
28/01/2019
Full review · Camera-focused flagship
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus has striking design and strong performance, but its high price and washed-out dark scenes make it a tough sell against rivals.
lesnumeriques.com
15/03/2017
Lab test · Dual-camera phone
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is a fast phone with sharp daytime photos, but auto low-light shots are poor and its IPS screen has weaker contrast.
phonandroid.com
15/03/2017
Full review · Camera and benchmarks
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is a camera-first phone that rivals the best in photos, though its Quad HD screen looks barely sharper than Full HD.
geeko.lesoir.be
20/03/2017
Network test · Big-screen model
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is a very good phone with a larger 2K screen and 4.5G support, but it is hard to justify over the P10.
journaldugeek.com
21/03/2017
Quick test · Bigger P10
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is essentially a P10 with a bigger, sharper screen, light for its size, and a stereo speaker, but it adds little beyond that.
frandroid.com
27/03/2017
Full review · Camera and battery
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus has one of the best camera phones tested, with smooth daily use, but its fingerprint navigation takes practice and battery trails the Mate 9.
frandroid.com
02/07/2017
Long-term test · Camera and wear
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus still takes top-tier photos after three months, but its lens picks up haze and scratches and the body feels fragile without a case.
high-tech-out.net
16/10/2017
Field test · Black-and-white photos
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus takes better photos than the iPhone 7 Plus, and its easy black-and-white mode stands out, but autofocus is slow and 4K video trails rivals.
leclaireur.fnac.com
17/04/2017
Lab test · All-round phone
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is an all-round phone for buyers wanting many features, with strong photos and better battery than the P10, though its speaker could be better.
fr.root-nation.com
13/06/2017
Hands-on test · Screen and battery
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus has a top-tier screen and smooth performance, but its 5.5-inch body is harder to use one-handed and the battery is just ordinary.
andreagaleazzi.com
20/04/2026
Hands-on review · Everyday flagship
Verdict
The Huawei P10 Plus is a very good phone, but it adds little new over the P10 and its price feels too high for what it offers.

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Huawei P10 Plus (6GB + 128GB)

  • Versatile dual Leica camera system with excellent monochrome and low-light performance
  • High-resolution 5.5-inch QHD display with bright, punchy colors
  • Extremely fast and accurate front-facing fingerprint sensor with navigation gestures
  • Powerful Kirin 960 chipset paired with up to 6GB of RAM for smooth multitasking
  • Supercharge technology allows for very rapid charging (50% in 30 minutes)
  • Premium all-metal build with a slim and attractive design
  • Includes useful legacy features like an IR blaster and 3.5mm headphone jack

What customers don't like about Huawei P10 Plus (6GB + 128GB)

  • Lacks full IP68 water and dust resistance (only splash resistant)
  • Screen lacks an oleophobic coating, making it highly prone to fingerprints and smudges
  • Software (EMUI) skin can feel cluttered and dated compared to stock Android
  • No wireless charging support
  • Stereo speakers are considered mediocre and lack depth compared to rivals
  • Battery life can be inconsistent, with some users reporting high standby drain
  • Video stabilization at 4K resolution is relatively poor

Verdict

The Huawei P10 Plus (6GB + 128GB) is a flagship smartphone known for its impressive camera system, co-engineered with Leica, featuring a dual-lens setup (20MP monochrome and 12MP RGB sensors) for exceptional photo quality. Key specifications include a powerful Kirin 960 processor and a sharp 5.5-inch 2K (1440p) display. Pros include the generous 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage configuration, a sleek metal design, and fast SuperCharge technology. Potential cons involve its lack of official IP-rated water resistance and the use of the older microUSB 2.0 port instead of the more modern USB-C.

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