| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $800.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 560 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
|
| Launch | Announced | 2018, October 16. Released 2018, October 31 |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 157.8 x 72.3 x 8.6 mm (6.21 x 2.85 x 0.34 in) |
| Weight | 189 g (6.67 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame | |
| SIM |
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
|
| Features | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 2m for 30 min) | |
| Display | Type | OLED, HDR10 |
| Size | 6.39 inches, 100.2 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~538 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | |
| Platform | OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 |
| Chipset | Kirin 980 (7 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x1.92 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | |
| GPU | Mali-G76 MP10 | |
| Memory | Card slot | Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | |
| Features | UFS 2.1 | |
| Main Camera | Triple |
40 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/1.7", PDAF 8 MP, f/2.4, 80mm (telephoto), 1/4.0", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 20 MP, f/2.2, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.7", PDAF |
| Features | Laser AF, Leica optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 24 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9µm |
| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Features | 32-bit/384kHz audio | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Features | Sensors | Face ID, fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
| Battery | Type | Li-Po 4200 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging |
40W wired, 70% in 30 min 15W wireless 2.5W reverse wireless |
|
| Misc | Colors | Emerald Green, Midnight Blue, Twilight, Pink Gold, Black |
| Models | LYA-L09, LYA-L29, LYA-AL00, LYA-AL10, LYA-TL00, LYA-L0C | |
| Price | About 800 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Performance |
AnTuTu: 273913 (v7), 391046 (v8) GeekBench: 9712 (v4.4) GFXBench: 17fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Display | Contrast ratio: 254000:1 (nominal), 4.965 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | -28.9 LUFS (Average) | |
| Audio quality | Noise -87.7dB / Crosstalk -87.8dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 85h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Huawei Mate 20 Pro
Advantages
- High-contrast AMOLED screen with punchy saturation and smooth motion
- Dedicated telephoto optical zoom lens for crisp distant portrait and telephoto captures
- Convenient wireless charging capability for cord-free desk replenishment
Disadvantages
- Omission of a 3.5mm headphone jack (requires Type-C adapter or wireless audio)
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
- Fixed internal storage configuration without expandable MicroSD card support
In real-world daily practice, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro immediately distinguishes itself through balanced ergonomics, tactile button feedback, and approachable pocketability within Huawei's mobile lineup. The front panel features a vibrant AMOLED measuring 6.39 inches , ensuring that reading articles, streaming media, and navigating social feeds remain fluid, vibrant, and remarkably gentle on the eyes.
Everyday software responsiveness is driven by the capable Kirin 980 (7 nm). Routine app launches, web browsing sessions, and casual gaming are handled with dependable stability and efficient thermal behavior. For photography enthusiasts, the main camera setup—centered on a 40MP primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS) and dedicated optical zoom versatility—proves ready to document daily memories with lively color science, snappy shutter response, and commendable sharpness.
Power autonomy is reliably anchored by a 4200mAh battery unit, equipped with 40W rapid charging alongside wireless charging convenience to comfortably see users through from morning commutes to late evening unwinding. In essence, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro strikes a sensible, well-rounded balance that nails fundamental smartphone essentials without unnecessary operational complexity.
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