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Huawei Mate 30 RS Porsche Design (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,590RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.53 inchesMain camera megapixels:40 MP & 40 MP & 8 MP

Huawei Mate 30 RS Porsche Design (12GB + 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.

7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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.
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90%

7.2

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 66% of smartphones
5.7

Value for money

Value for money
5.7/ 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.
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70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

2.1

Price

â–¼Worse than 99%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 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.
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25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.4

Camera

15%

5.7

Display

15%

7.2

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

8.1

Connectivity

4%

6.9

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

â–²Better than 67%
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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.
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70%

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User ratings

30%

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Huawei Mate 30 RS Porsche Design (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.4

Camera

15%

5.7

Display

15%

7.2

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

8.1

Connectivity

4%

6.9

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

7.2
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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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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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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Popularity:
Huawei Mate 30 RS Porsche Design (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.7/ 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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Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

2.1

Price

5.7
Brand name
Huawei
Processor model
HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G
This smartphone uses the HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G processor which is faster than processors in 55% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 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
2.86 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.86 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 73.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 9 Pie
Android version
Android 9 Pie
This smartphone runs Android version Android 9 Pie which is older than that found in 93.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 2.6% 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
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
40 MP & 40 MP & 8 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 40 MP & 40 MP & 8 MP which is lower than that of 82.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.6 & f/1.8 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.6 & f/1.8 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 95.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
40 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 40 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 53.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 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.
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Number of SIM slots
2
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.53 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.53 inches which is smaller than the screens of 78% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1176x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1176x2400 px which is higher than that of 71.7% of smartphones.
Pixel density
409 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 409 ppi which is higher than that of 66.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 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
4,500 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 78.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 5.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
40 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 40 W which is faster than in 52.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 1.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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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
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
158.1 mm
This smartphone has a height of 158.1 mm which is shorter than 86.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
73.1 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.1 mm which is narrower than 89.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
9.3 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 9.3 mm which is thicker than 83.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Weight
198 g
This smartphone weighs 198 g which is heavier than 52.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
103,806 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 103,806 cm³ which is larger than 77.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Huawei Mate 30 RS Porsche Design (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • 19.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.86 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 19.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.86 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.86 GHz & 2x2.36 GHz & 4x1.95 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.86 GHz & 2x2.36 GHz & 4x1.95 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2.69x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (3,297 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    3,297 vs 1,226
  • 33.2% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (34.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    34.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 50% more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (384 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    384 vs 256
  • Supports desktop mode
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 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 main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.6 & f/1.8 & f/2.4 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/2.4 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.
  • 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.
    1 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • 25% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (40 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    40 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.
    3.1 vs 2
  • Supports motion tracking
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • 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.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 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.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1176x2400 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1176x2400 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 3.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (409 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    409 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 6 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 6 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 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.
  • 21.2% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (40 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    40 W vs 33 W
  • 35% faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (27 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    27 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
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 2 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (2 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    2 m vs 0 m
  • 2.9 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.1 mm vs 76 mm
  • 5.5 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (158.1 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    158.1 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
  • 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 live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (40 MP & 40 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    40 MP & 40 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 9 Pie vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 9 Pie vs Android 14
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 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.
  • 29.7% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (464 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    464 nits vs 660 nits
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 6.12x more expensive
    Huawei Mate 30 RS Porsche Design (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,590 vs £260).
    £1,590 vs £260
  • 29.2% worse value for money
    Huawei Mate 30 RS Porsche Design (12GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (5.68 vs 7.3).
    5.68 vs 7.34
  • 5.44x less popular
    Huawei Mate 30 RS Porsche Design (12GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 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
  • 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 9 Pie vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 9 Pie vs Android 14
  • 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 scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • 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.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (40 MP & 40 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    40 MP & 40 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No manual exposure control
    This smartphone does not offer manual exposure control, the average smartphone does. 94% of smartphones have manual exposure.
  • 5.1% lower DxOMark Selfie score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Selfie score than the average smartphone (93 vs 98). The average smartphone scores 98.
    93 vs 98
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5 vs 5.2
  • 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
  • 29.7% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (464 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    464 nits vs 660 nits
  • 0.14 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.53 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 207.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (686 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    686 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 314 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (686 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    686 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 5 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2019 vs 2024). 5.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    November 2019
    2019 vs 2024
  • 1 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9.3 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9.3 mm vs 8.3 mm

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Huawei Mate 30 RS Porsche Design (12GB + 256GB)

  • Exclusive and premium aesthetic featuring high-quality leather and glass materials
  • Top-tier quad-camera system co-designed with Leica, offering exceptional low-light performance and versatile zoom
  • Stunning 6.53-inch 'Horizon Display' with dramatic 88-degree curves
  • Large 4,500 mAh battery providing legitimate two-day battery life for many users
  • Brisk and smooth performance powered by the Kirin 990 5G chipset and 12GB of RAM
  • Fast charging options including 40W wired, 27W wireless, and reverse wireless charging
  • Generous 512GB internal storage as a standard for this edition

What customers don't like about Huawei Mate 30 RS Porsche Design (12GB + 256GB)

  • Lack of pre-installed Google Mobile Services (Play Store, Maps, YouTube) due to US trade restrictions
  • Extremely high luxury price point, often exceeding €2,000 at launch
  • Absence of physical volume buttons, replaced by sometimes finicky touch-sensitive screen edges
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Proprietary Nano Memory (NM) card slot for expansion instead of standard microSD
  • Fragile glass and leather build requires careful handling and protection

Verdict

The Porsche Design Huawei Mate 30 RS is a high-end luxury smartphone released in November 2019, featuring a distinctive handcrafted leather and glass back design with a premium aluminum frame. Key technical specifications include a 6.53-inch OLED display (1176 x 2400 pixels) with Gorilla Glass 6 protection, the powerful HiSilicon Kirin 990 5G chipset, a substantial 12GB of RAM, and 512GB of internal storage (expandable via Nano Memory). A major pro is its versatile Leica-branded quad-camera system, including a 40MP wide, 40MP ultrawide, and 8MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, which delivers impressive photo quality and advanced video features like 7680fps super slow-motion. The device also boasts a large 4,500mAh battery with rapid 40W wired and 27W wireless charging support, an in-display fingerprint sensor, and IP68 dust and water resistance. The primary con is its exceptionally high price point due to its luxury positioning, and significantly, it was launched without pre-installed Google Play Services due to U.S. trade restrictions, which limits app functionality for many users.

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