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Huawei MatePad 11.5 S (12GB + 256GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£410RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:11.5 inchesChipset:?

Huawei MatePad 11.5 S (12GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications, 38 expert reviews and 4 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

8.3/10

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

35%

8.1

Technical score

30%

8.2

List score

25%

8.3

Reviews score

10%

8.9

Sentiment score

★Better than 95% of tablets
8.3

Value for money

Value for money
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

★Better than 95%
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components

22%

8.4

Performance

20%

8.6

Display

16%

8.8

Camera

14%

7.5

Battery

12%

6.8

Connectivity

8%

8.6

Software

5%

7.6

Design

3%

7.0

Audio

▲Better than 85%
8.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 80% of models

80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

9.0

Popularity

Grades by review (38)
38 reviews: 24 with a printed score, 14 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 80%
8.2

List score

List score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (4)
List score: in 4 of 135 lists (3%)
★Better than 96%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £410
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
12GB + 256GB8GB + 128GB8GB + 256GB

What reviewers say about the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S (12GB + 256GB)

Based on 38

The matte screen and stylus note-taking win wide praise, while missing Google services and weak gaming performance draw the most complaints.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Huawei MatePad 11.5 S (12GB + 256GB)

Based on 125 owners sharing their experience in online comments

59%positive13%mixed28%negative

Owners praise the comfortable PaperMatte screen, drawing tools, and value, while Google app reliability remains the biggest frustration.

What owners dislike

  • Owners report that Google apps often crash or fail to install, because they rely on workarounds such as emulators or third-party installers.13
  • Owners say Word-style typing can fail with accents, and some Arabic and Khmer text does not work well in WPS, while Excel features may need a subscription.5
  • Crashes and app failures disrupt daily use4
  • Owners say performance falls short for demanding tasks, such as heavy games like Fortnite, and feels weaker than some tablets at the same price.4
  • Owners say the tablet ships with an older Android version and gets few or delayed software updates, and some apps and features are missing.4
  • Owners say the keyboard is disappointing or hard to use, and that the bundled keyboard is a poor fit when using the stylus.3
  • Owners report that the stylus sometimes lags or skips, and that strokes look uneven in some drawing apps like Clip Studio and IbisPaint.3
  • Owners say Netflix streaming is limited to SD because the tablet's Widevine certification is only L3 without Google services, so HD and 4K do not play.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of tablet Huawei MatePad 11.5 S (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components:

22%

8.4

Performance

20%

8.6

Display

16%

8.8

Camera

14%

7.5

Battery

12%

6.8

Connectivity

8%

8.6

Software

5%

7.6

Design

3%

7.0

Audio

8.1
Reviews score
8.3
List score
8.2
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components:

70%

8.3

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

8.3
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 12 GB of RAM, which is more than 90.1% of tablets and equal to 6.1% of tablets.
Process node
7 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 7 nm process, which is smaller than 70% of tablets and equal to 6% of tablets.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 256 GB of internal storage, which is more than 76.4% of tablets and equal to 15.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
1,252 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 1,252 points in single-core tests, which is higher than 70% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Chipset
?
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2800×1840
This tablet has a 2800×1840 screen, which is sharper than 89.2% of tablets and equal to 1.1% of tablets.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 144 Hz screen, which is smoother than 91.2% of tablets and equal to 7.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
291 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 291 ppi, which is higher than 89.6% of tablets and equal to 0.8% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
13 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 13 MP resolution, which is higher than 73.9% of tablets and equal to 21.7% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 69.6% of tablets and equal to 19.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/1.8, which is wider than 85.9% of tablets and equal to 14.1% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
8,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 8,800 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 80.8% of tablets and equal to 0.8% of tablets.
Charging speed
66 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 66 W, which is faster than 93.2% of tablets and equal to 2.5% of tablets.
Battery life
9 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 9 hours, which is shorter than that of 62.7% of tablets and equal to that of 6.9% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
no
This tablet does not have built-in GPS. 82.9% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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Operating system
HarmonyOS
This tablet uses the HarmonyOS operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 77.7%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.7% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
515 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 515 g, which is heavier than 57.6% of tablets and equal to 0.5% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
?
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
?
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
4
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 4 speakers, which is more than in 70.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 22.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Huawei MatePad 11.5 S (12GB + 256GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 2.4x faster refresh rate
    This tablet has a faster refresh rate than the average tablet (144 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has a 60 Hz refresh rate.
    144 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (12 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 4 GB
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 3.67x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (66 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    66 W vs 18 W
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2800×1840 vs 1920×1200).
    2,800×1,840 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 5 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.7% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • 18.6% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 80% of models

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    9.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (38)
    38 reviews: 24 with a printed score, 14 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.3 vs 7.0
  • 18.7% higher sentiment score
    8.9 vs 7.5
  • 9.8% better value for money
    Huawei MatePad 11.5 S (12GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average tablet (8.29 vs 7.6).
    8.29 vs 7.55
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This tablet has more RAM than the average tablet (12 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 4 GB
  • 4x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    256 GB vs 64 GB
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • 2.95x more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (44 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    44 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 79.6% higher multi-core score
    This tablet has a higher multi-core score than the average tablet (3,396 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    3,396 points vs 1,891 points
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, while the average tablet does not. 9.9% of tablets support multithreading.
  • 71.7% higher single-core score
    This tablet has a higher single-core score than the average tablet (1,252 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    1,252 points vs 729 points
  • 50% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (7 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    7 nm vs 14 nm
  • Includes neural engine
    This tablet includes a neural engine, the average tablet does not. 25.6% of tablets include a neural engine.
  • 884 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (2,750 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    2,750 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 5 years newer
    This tablet was released more recently than the average tablet (2024 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    May 2024
    2024 vs 2019
  • 2.4x faster refresh rate
    This tablet has a faster refresh rate than the average tablet (144 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has a 60 Hz refresh rate.
    144 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2800×1840 vs 1920×1200).
    2,800×1,840 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.7% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • 31.7% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (291 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    291 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 100 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (500 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    500 nits vs 400 nits
  • Wider color gamut
    This tablet supports a wider color gamut than the average tablet (DCI-P3 vs sRGB). The average tablet covers sRGB color gamut.
    Wide color P3 support reported.
    DCI-P3 vs sRGB
  • 1.4 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (11.5 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    11.5 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 99 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (500 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    500 nits vs 401 nits
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1500:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,015:1
  • 3x faster touch response
    This tablet samples touch faster than the average tablet (360 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 5 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (13 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    13 MP vs 8 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/1.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.8 vs f/2.2
  • 3 MP higher front resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution front camera than the average tablet (8 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    8 MP vs 5 MP
  • Supports PDAF
    This tablet supports PDAF, the average tablet does not. 28% of tablets support PDAF.
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a wider front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • Built-in camera flash
    This tablet has a camera flash, while the average tablet does not. 45.5% of tablets have one.
  • 3.67x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (66 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    66 W vs 18 W
  • 33.3% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,800 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,800 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.3% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Newer Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has a newer Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Faster USB ports
    This tablet has faster USB ports than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2).
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet has a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.2 vs 5).
    5.2 vs 5
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, while the average tablet does not. 35.1% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports dynamic themes
    This tablet supports dynamic themes, while the average tablet does not. 29.5% of tablets offer this.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 40.3% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
    paste warning
  • Stylus included
    This tablet includes a stylus, while the average tablet does not. 17.2% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • 1.8 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.2 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    6.2 mm vs 8 mm
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 2 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (4 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports LDAC
    This tablet supports LDAC, the average tablet does not. 25.3% of tablets support LDAC.
  • Supports Bluetooth LE Audio
    This tablet supports Bluetooth LE Audio, the average tablet does not. 11.4% of tablets support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • No GPS
    This tablet does not include GPS, while the average tablet does. 82.9% of tablets include GPS.
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (HarmonyOS vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    HarmonyOS vs Android
  • No burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 1 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (9 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    9 hours vs 10 hours
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.4% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 61 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (261 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    261 mm vs 200 mm
  • 57.7% more expensive
    Huawei MatePad 11.5 S (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£410 vs £260).
    £410 vs £260
  • No burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • 1 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (9 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    9 hours vs 10 hours
  • No GPS
    This tablet does not include GPS, while the average tablet does. 82.9% of tablets include GPS.
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (HarmonyOS vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    HarmonyOS vs Android
  • No offline voice recognition
    This tablet does not support offline voice recognition, the average tablet does. 76.4% of tablets support offline voice recognition.
  • 61 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (261 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    261 mm vs 200 mm
  • 5.1% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (515 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    515 g vs 490 g
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

10
itpro.com
✓ explicit
19/01/2026
Hands-on review · Stylus tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S suits drawing and note-taking thanks to its anti-glare screen and handy stylus, but Google apps need a workaround.
8.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
22/01/2026
Hands-on review · Matte display
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S has an excellent matte screen and good value, but without Google apps it is hard to recommend to most buyers.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
20/06/2024
Review · Drawing and sketching
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5S is likely the best Android tablet for sketching, with a paper-like screen and low-latency stylus, but slow chips and no Google services hold it back.
8.1
notebookcheck.net
✓ explicit
02/03/2026
Lab test · Paper-like display
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S is a thin, light tablet whose matte screen cuts reflections and aims for a paper-like pen feel, but it lacks GPS and mobile data.
8.0
says.com
≈ estimated
05/08/2024
Hands-on test · Drawing and ebook
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S is an ebook reader, drawing pad and compact laptop in one, and good value for creatives and students.
8.7
basic-tutorials.com
✓ explicit
04/07/2024
Hands-on test · Paper-style drawing tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S is a fun, glare-free drawing and reading tablet, but its GPU struggles with demanding games and its keyboard is English-only.
8.6
techreviewer.de
✓ explicit
28/01/2026
Hands-on test · Note-taking tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S suits writing and drawing in bright light thanks to its anti-glare screen, but it is not built for games or heavy video.
9.0
connect.de
✓ explicit
03/07/2024
Hands-on test · Paper-like screen tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S is best used with its keyboard and pen, offering a paper-like screen for drawing and notes, but its low contrast makes movies look weaker.
6.0
tabletblog.de
≈ estimated
20/01/2026
Month-long test · Note-taking and drawing
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S has a strong matte screen and pen, but Google apps need workarounds, so it suits people happy to tinker.
9.0
mizine.de
≈ estimated
15/01/2026
Video review · Stylus and keyboard
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S 2026 suits note-taking and reading with its paper-like screen and pen, but Google apps need extra setup and it is less ideal for gaming.
7.4
netzwelt.de
✓ explicit
15/01/2026
Hands-on test · Matte-screen tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S offers a matte screen and metal body for the money, but its battery is short and Google apps are missing.
9.0
andreagaleazzi.com
≈ estimated
07/07/2024
Hands-on review · Paper-like screen
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5S suits drawing, note-taking and outdoor use, with a matte screen that cuts reflections, and missing Google apps matter little on a tablet.
7.9
techzilla.it
✓ explicit
07/08/2024
Hands-on review · Keyboard and pen
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S is a versatile note-taking tablet, with a glare-free screen and a pen feel close to paper, and its keyboard helps with longer typing.
8.0
startupitalia.eu
≈ estimated
13/08/2024
Hands-on review · Note-taking tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S suits students and note-takers, with almost no pen lag and a battery that lasts a full day, though rivals read better in direct sunlight.
8.6
tuttoandroid.net
✓ explicit
01/06/2024
Hands-on review · Accessories and software
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S is a versatile tablet whose paper-like matte screen and included pen suit note-taking, while Google apps can be installed with a guide.
7.6
libero.it
✓ explicit
29/06/2024
Full review · Good value tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S offers an unusual matte screen and good value, with Google apps installable via Aurora Store but a processor that is not top-tier.
9.0
focustech.it
≈ estimated
21/06/2024
Full review · Keyboard bundle
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S is a good-value tablet whose PaperMatte screen cuts glare, with a keyboard and stylus that suit writing and sketching.
8.0
hwupgrade.it
≈ estimated
Not Dated
Full review · Note-taking tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S suits students and office workers who want writing that feels close to paper, thanks to its PaperMatte screen.
9.0
techprincess.it
≈ estimated
09/04/2026
Hands-on test · Paper-style display
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S suits note-takers and readers who want a matte, paper-like screen, with the keyboard version making the most sense.
8.0
mistergadget.tech
≈ estimated
02/07/2024
Hands-on review · Display-focused tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S is a lightweight tablet for reading, office work and drawing, with a strong screen but not built for heavy workloads.

Verdict

The Huawei MatePad 11.5 S (12GB RAM + 256GB storage) is a lightweight 515g tablet featuring an 11.5-inch 2.8K (2800 x 1840) PaperMatte display with a 3:2 aspect ratio and a 144Hz adaptive refresh rate. Powered by a Kirin 9000-series or T92C processor and HarmonyOS, it includes an 8,800mAh battery with 22.5W or 66W charging support and a quad-speaker system. Its primary advantages are the anti-glare matte screen that mimics paper, excellent low-latency M-Pencil stylus support, and a high-quality metal unibody design. However, significant drawbacks include the lack of native Google Mobile Services, limited performance compared to flagship rivals, and a reliance on third-party workarounds for many popular apps.

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