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Huawei P50 Pro (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.6 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 64 MP & 13 MP & 40 MP

Huawei P50 Pro (8GB + 256GB) 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 P50 Pro (8GB + 256GB)
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components

90%

7.3

Technical score

10%

7.3

User score

â–²Better than 69% of smartphones
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

â–²Better than 72%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 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–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

25%

6.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.7

Camera

15%

7.1

Display

15%

6.8

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.0

Connectivity

4%

6.2

Audio

3%

7.8

Design

â–²Better than 71%
7.3

User score

User score
7.3/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

6.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 87%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Huawei P50 Pro (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 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–² Better than 71% of models
Score components:

25%

6.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.7

Camera

15%

7.1

Display

15%

6.8

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.0

Connectivity

4%

6.2

Audio

3%

7.8

Design

7.3
User score
User score
7.3/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

6.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.3
Popularity
Popularity
6.6/ 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 60% of models
Popularity:
Huawei P50 Pro (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 6.6 points, which is higher than 60.2% of smartphones.
6.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

7.7
Brand name
Huawei
Processor model
HiSilicon Kirin 9000
This smartphone uses the HiSilicon Kirin 9000 processor which is faster than processors in 78.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.13 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.13 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
EMUI
This smartphone uses the EMUI operating system. 0% of smartphones use a different operating system.
EMUI 12 or HarmonyOS 2
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 & 64 MP & 13 MP & 40 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 64 MP & 13 MP & 40 MP which is higher than that of 86.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.6 & f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3.5
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.6 & f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3.5 which is wider than that of 96.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
64 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 64 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 88% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% 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
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
6.6 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.6 inches which is smaller than the screens of 62.9% of smartphones and equal to those of 4.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1228x 2700 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1228x2700 px which is higher than that of 79.6% of smartphones.
Pixel density
450 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 450 ppi which is higher than that of 81% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% 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
4,360 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,360 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 86.4% 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
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
yes
This smartphone includes 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
158.8 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 158.8 mm which is shorter than 83.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
72.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 72.8 mm which is narrower than 90.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.5 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.5 mm which is thicker than 60.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Weight
195 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 195 g which is lighter than 52.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
91,008 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 91,008 cm³ which is smaller than 67.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Huawei P50 Pro (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3.5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3.5 x vs 0 x).
    3.5 x vs 0 x
  • 2x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (64 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    64 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 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.
  • 30.4% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.13 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 64 MP & 13 MP & 40 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 64 MP & 13 MP & 40 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.13 GHz & 3x2.54 GHz & 4x2.05 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.13 GHz & 3x2.54 GHz & 4x2.05 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 5.3% better value for money
    Huawei P50 Pro (8GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.73 vs 7.3).
    7.73 vs 7.34
  • 30.4% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.13 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.13 GHz & 3x2.54 GHz & 4x2.05 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.13 GHz & 3x2.54 GHz & 4x2.05 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
  • 48.5% more transistors
    This smartphone has more transistors than the average smartphone (15300 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone includes 10300 million transistors.
    15,300 million vs 10,300 million
  • 83.3% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (5,709 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    5,709 vs 3,115
  • 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
  • 3x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (768 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    768 vs 256
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (HiSilicon Kirin 9000 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    HiSilicon Kirin 9,000 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 28.7% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,212 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,212 vs 942
  • 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
  • 61.7% higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (6,186 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    6,186 vs 3,825
  • 22.7% higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (1,212 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    1,212 vs 988
  • 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
  • 48.7% higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (1,823 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    1,823 vs 1,226
  • 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.
    Huawei XD Optics, XD Fusion Pro, AI Cinemagraph, Master AI, Golden Snap, AI Voice/Celia
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • 3.5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3.5 x vs 0 x).
    3.5 x vs 0 x
  • 2x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (64 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    64 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 64 MP & 13 MP & 40 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 64 MP & 13 MP & 40 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.6 & f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3.5 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.6 & f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/3.5 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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.
  • 19.2% higher DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a higher DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (143 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    143 vs 120
  • 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
  • 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
  • Has a pro camera setup
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • 8.2% higher DxOMark Selfie score
    This smartphone has a higher DxOMark Selfie score than the average smartphone (106 vs 98). The average smartphone scores 98 for selfies.
    106 vs 98
  • 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 an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 13.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (450 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    450 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1228x2700 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1228x2700 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 14.2% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (754 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    754 nits vs 660 nits
  • 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 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 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
  • 3.2 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (72.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    72.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 4.8 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (158.8 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    158.8 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 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
  • 12.8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4360 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,360 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 20.5% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (625 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    625 min vs 786 min
  • 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
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    January 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 9.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 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 P50 Pro
    the average smartphone
    Huawei P50 Pro (8GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.29 vs 8.000).
    7.29 vs 8
  • 34.6% more expensive
    Huawei P50 Pro (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£350 vs £260).
    £350 vs £260
  • 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
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 3.9% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (10,360 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    10,360 vs 10,783
  • Runs closed-source/proprietary OS only
    This smartphone does not use an open-source OS, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones use open-source systems.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (13 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    13 MP vs 16 MP
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 0.07 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 246 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (754 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    754 nits vs 1,000 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
  • 12.8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4360 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,360 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 20.5% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (625 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    625 min vs 786 min
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    January 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 0.2 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.5 mm vs 8.3 mm

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itpro.com
10/05/2022
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techadvisor.com
22/03/2022
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digitalcameraworld.com
30/01/2022
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xda-developers.com
05/02/2022
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t3.com
15/04/2022
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Huawei P50 Pro review: a fantastic but flawed flagship phone
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zdnet.com
27/01/2022
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Huawei P50 Pro review: Elegant hardware and great cameras, but no Google or 5G
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techradar.com
26/01/2022
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root-nation.com
17/02/2022
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Huawei P50 Pro review: fantastic flagship that no one will buy
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androidcentral.com
24/02/2022
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androidauthority.com
26/01/2022
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phonearena.com
05/04/2023
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trustedreviews.com
30/03/2022
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gsmarena.com
03/02/2022
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cnet.com
27/01/2022
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areadvd.de
28/05/2022
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imtest.de
27/01/2022
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china-gadgets.de
27/01/2022
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Huawei P50 & P50 Pro: Top smartphones without 5G & Google
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rp-online.de
04/02/2022
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hifitest.de
12/08/2021
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What we like about Huawei P50 Pro (8GB + 256GB)

  • World-class camera system with exceptional low-light performance and industry-leading zoom capabilities
  • Vibrant 6.6-inch OLED display featuring a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and high color accuracy
  • Premium, slim dual-glass design that is comfortable to hold and IP68-rated for water and dust resistance
  • Fast charging speeds with support for 66W wired and 50W wireless charging
  • High-quality stereo speakers providing loud and well-balanced audio

What we don't like about Huawei P50 Pro (8GB + 256GB)

  • Lack of Google Mobile Services (GMS), meaning no native access to the Use code with caution.jsonGoogle Play StoreUse code with caution.json, YouTube, or Gmail
  • No 5G connectivity, restricted to 4G networks due to ongoing trade limitations
  • High price point that is difficult to justify given the software and hardware compromises
  • Middling battery life from the 4,360mAh battery, which struggle to last through a full day of heavy use
  • Shiny glass finish on certain models acts as a significant fingerprint magnet

Verdict

Huawei P50 Pro (8GB + 256GB) is a flagship smartphone focused on premium camera performance and sleek design. The device features a powerful quad-camera system, co-engineered with Leica, which includes a 50MP main sensor and a 40MP monochrome lens, delivering exceptional photo quality. Its 6.6-inch OLED display boasts a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, while the Snapdragon 888 4G processor ensures robust performance with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Pros include its stunning camera capabilities, elegant, lightweight design, and vibrant display. However, the major drawback is the notable absence of Google Mobile Services (GMS), which limits access to the Play Store and core Google apps, relying instead on Huawei's AppGallery.

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