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Huawei MatePad Air WiFi (12GB + 512GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£660RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:11.5 inchesChipset:Kirin 9000W

Huawei MatePad Air WiFi (12GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 3 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

7.8/10

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 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
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â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

35%

8.4

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

7.5

Reviews score

10%

7.4

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 82% of tablets
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 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
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â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

7.0

Price

â–²Better than 50%
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 10
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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
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

22%

8.9

Performance

20%

8.8

Display

16%

9.2

Camera

14%

8.2

Battery

12%

7.6

Connectivity

8%

8.2

Software

5%

6.3

Design

3%

6.8

Audio

★Better than 90%
7.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.5/ 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
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â–¼ Worse than 53% of models

80%

7.8

Average grade

20%

6.3

Popularity

Grades by review (3)
1 review, with a printed score. 2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 53%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 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 (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £660
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 + 512GB8GB + 128GB8GB + 256GB12GB + 256GB

What owners say about the Huawei MatePad Air WiFi (12GB + 512GB)

Based on 56 owners sharing their experience in online comments

45%positive7%mixed48%negative

Owners praise the vivid screen and smooth performance, while app compatibility, software support, and WPS issues cause the most frustration.

What owners dislike

  • Google apps and some work-profile features are unreliable, WhatsApp and Messenger can fail, and some apps do not run well on HarmonyOS.11
  • WPS Office lacks Arial font, has an English-only spellchecker, and its premium or PC engine features are hard to activate.8
  • Owners report apps that fail to update, and WhatsApp problems, with the tablet not getting updates and needing manual updates before use.5
  • Owners feel the price is high for the missing features, such as no fingerprint sensor, and say cheaper Huawei models or rivals offer better value.3

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

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Technical Specifications of tablet Huawei MatePad Air WiFi (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 10
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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
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components:

22%

8.9

Performance

20%

8.8

Display

16%

9.2

Camera

14%

8.2

Battery

12%

7.6

Connectivity

8%

8.2

Software

5%

6.3

Design

3%

6.8

Audio

8.4
Reviews score
7.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

7.0

Price

7.6
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
5 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 5 nm process, which is smaller than 84.5% of tablets and equal to 3.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
512 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 512 GB of internal storage, which is more than 92.5% of tablets and equal to 5.3% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
1,002 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 1,002 points in single-core tests, which is higher than 59.4% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
Chipset
Kirin 9000W
This tablet runs on Kirin 9000W, which is more advanced than 79.8% of tablets.
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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
280 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 280 ppi, which is higher than 83.4% of tablets and equal to 0.9% of tablets.
Display glass type
?
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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
N/A
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Battery capacity
8,300 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 8,300 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 76.6% of tablets and equal to 1.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
40 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 40 W, which is faster than 80.3% of tablets and equal to 2.2% of tablets.
Battery life
12 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 12 hours, which is longer than that of 65.7% of tablets and equal to that of 9.3% of tablets.
video playback
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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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
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% 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
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% 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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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
555 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 555 g, which is heavier than 65.9% of tablets and equal to 0.9% 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
20 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 20 ms, which is higher than that of 68% of tablets and equal to that of 8% of tablets.
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Number of microphones
4
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 4, which is more than 93.1% of tablets and equal to 4.4% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
?
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
?
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Huawei MatePad Air WiFi (12GB + 512GB) 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
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Kirin 9000W vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Kirin 9000W vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 8x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (512 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 64 GB
  • 599 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (1,000 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 401 nits
  • 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
  • 600 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (1,000 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    1,000 nits vs 400 nits
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 660 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 660 vs Mali-G51
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • 7.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.5/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    6.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (3)
    1 review, with a printed score. 2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.5 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Kirin 9000W vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Kirin 9000W vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 8x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (512 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 64 GB
  • 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
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 660 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 660 vs Mali-G51
  • Faster storage type
    This tablet uses UFS storage, while the average tablet uses eMMC. Storage technology still varies widely across tablets.
    UFS vs eMMC
  • 42% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.8 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.84 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 3.44x more memory bandwidth
    This tablet has more memory bandwidth than the average tablet (51.2 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    51.2 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR5 vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR5 vs LPDDR3
  • 4,534 MHz faster RAM speed
    This tablet has a higher RAM speed than the average tablet (6,400 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    6,400 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 64.3% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (5 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    5 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.
  • 59.4% higher multi-core score
    This tablet has a higher multi-core score than the average tablet (3,014 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    3,014 points vs 1,891 points
  • 6 years newer
    This tablet was released more recently than the average tablet (2025 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    August 2025
    2025 vs 2019
  • 29.2% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (840 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    840 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 37.4% higher single-core score
    This tablet has a higher single-core score than the average tablet (1,002 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    1,002 points vs 729 points
  • 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
  • 599 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (1,000 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 401 nits
  • 600 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (1,000 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    1,000 nits vs 400 nits
  • 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.
  • 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.
    100% DCI-P3 coverage 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
  • 26.7% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (280 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    280 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 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
  • Better main-camera video
    This tablet supports better main-camera video recording than the average tablet (2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps). The average tablet supports 1080x30 fps main-camera video recording.
    2160x30 fps vs 1080x30 fps
  • 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.
  • Supports manual shutter speed
    This tablet supports manual shutter speed, while the average tablet does not. 21.8% of tablets support manual shutter speed.
  • 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.
  • 2.22x faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (40 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    40 W vs 18 W
  • 2 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (12 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    12 hours vs 10 hours
  • 25.8% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,300 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,300 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.
  • Newer Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has a newer Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via USB-C video-out adapter
  • 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.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet supports extra dim mode, while the average tablet does not. 35.9% 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
  • Supports drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, while the average tablet is not. 40% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • 1.6 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.4 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    6.4 mm vs 8 mm
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.5% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 3 more microphones
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (4 vs 1). The average tablet's microphone count is 1.
    4 vs 1
  • 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.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 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 headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • 11 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (20 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    20 ms vs 9 ms
  • 13.3% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (555 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    555 g vs 490 g
  • 2.54x more expensive
    Huawei MatePad Air WiFi (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£660 vs £260).
    £660 vs £260
  • 94.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (270 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    270 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 2.54x more expensive
    Huawei MatePad Air WiFi (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£660 vs £260).
    £660 vs £260
  • No panorama mode
    This tablet does not support panorama mode, while the average tablet does. 78.6% of tablets support panorama mode.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 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
  • 11 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (20 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    20 ms vs 9 ms
  • 13.3% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (555 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    555 g vs 490 g
  • 94.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (270 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    270 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 61.89 mm taller
    This tablet is taller than the average tablet (261.9 mm vs 200 mm). The average tablet is 200 mm tall.
    261.89 mm vs 200 mm
  • 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.

Video reviews

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

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
arabianreseller.com
✓ explicit
01/08/2023
Review · PC-style tablet
Verdict
The Huawei MatePad Air WiFi suits light work on the go, with a keyboard close to a laptop's and a PC-style WPS Office setup.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Huawei MatePad Air WiFi (12GB + 512GB)

  • High-quality 11.5-inch 2.8K display with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate
  • 3:2 'Golden Ratio' screen, which is better for multitasking and reading than standard 16:10 displays
  • Strong performance from the Snapdragon 888 processor for gaming and productivity
  • Premium, slim, and lightweight design (approx. 508g and 6.4mm thick)
  • Immersive audio from a quad-speaker system with full bass
  • Long-lasting 8300mAh battery supporting up to 12 hours of video playback
  • Productivity features like the Smart Magnetic Keyboard and M-Pencil (2nd Gen) with low latency

What customers don't like about Huawei MatePad Air WiFi (12GB + 512GB)

  • Lack of native Google services (Play Store, YouTube, Gmail), requiring workarounds like GBox
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack or expandable memory card slot
  • Shiny black back is highly prone to fingerprints and smudges
  • Software experience can be 'frustrating' for users reliant on the Google ecosystem
  • Included keyboard cover lacks a trackpad
  • Face unlock can be less dependable in dim lighting conditions

Verdict

The Huawei MatePad Air (12GB + 512GB) is a high-performance tablet featuring a 12-inch IPS LCD with a 2800 x 1840 resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate, delivering clear visuals and smooth motion. It is powered by a robust chipset, such as the Snapdragon 888 or Kirin 9000W depending on the specific region or year, supported by 12GB of RAM for seamless multitasking and a generous 512GB of internal storage. Key pros include its slim 5.9mm profile, lightweight 555g aluminum design, and a large 10,100 mAh battery that supports 66W fast charging for long-lasting productivity. However, notable cons include the lack of integrated Google Mobile Services, the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack, and no microSD card slot for further storage expansion.

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