UAE Price
AED 3,499
India Price
₹86,990
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Laptop · Huawei Test · 2023
The Huawei MateBook 16s i9 (MateBook 16s Series) 512GB / 16GB is Huawei Test's 2023 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 17.8 x 351 x 254.9 ( = 0.7 x 13.82 x 10.04 in) display, the Intel Core i9-13900H 14c/20t, 6 x 5.4 GHz Intel Golden Cove P-Core, 8 x 4.1 GHz Intel Gracemont E-Core, 115 W PL2 / Short Burst, 60 W PL1 / Sustained, Raptor Lake-H chipset. At AED 3,499 in the UAE and ₹86,990 in India, it sits firmly in the upper mid-range tier.
The Huawei MateBook 16s i9 excels with its Intel Core i9-13900H’s 20 threads and 115W burst power, handling heavy multitasking and compilation tasks efficiently, paired with 16GB DDR5 RAM for smooth workflow continuity. The 84Wh battery delivers up to 10 hours under moderate use, outlasting most 16-inch rivals. Its Thunderbolt 4 and dual video outputs (HDMI + DisplayPort) offer exceptional connectivity for external monitors. However, the Intel Iris Xe G7 struggles with GPU-intensive tasks—video rendering or 3D modeling stalls without a discrete GPU. Weight at 1.99kg is manageable, but thermals throttle sustained workloads after 45 minutes under load. In UAE at AED 3499, it’s good value because the i9-13900H and Thunderbolt 4 justify the cost for professionals needing portable CPU power. In India at ₹86990, it’s overpriced—local competitors offer similar CPUs with RTX 3050 GPUs for the same cost, delivering far better graphics performance.
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| Battery | 84 Wh, 7330 mAh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: HD 720p, pop-up |
| Connections | 3 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps, 1 Thunderbolt, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm headset port, 1 Fingerprint Reader |
| Networking | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (a/b/g/h/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/ Wi-Fi 6E 6 GHz), Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 17.8 x 351 x 254.9 ( = 0.7 x 13.82 x 10.04 in) |
| Weight | 1.99 kg ( = 70.2 oz / 4.39 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds) |
| Display | 16.00 inch 3:2, 2560 x 1680 pixel 191 PPI, BOE0BB0 TV160DKT-NH1, IPS, glossy: yes, 60 Hz |
| Graphics adapter | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs |
| Memory | 16 GB , DDR5 |
| Storage | 512 |
| Mainboard | Intel Alder Lake-P PCH |
| Soundcard | Intel Raptor Lake-P/U/H PCH - cAVS |
| Additional features | Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 24 Months Warranty |
| Links | Huawei homepage |
| Price | 1650 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-13900H 14c/20t, 6 x 5.4 GHz Intel Golden Cove P-Core, 8 x 4.1 GHz Intel Gracemont E-Core, 115 W PL2 / Short Burst, 60 W PL1 / Sustained, Raptor Lake-H |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 11 Home |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the MateBook 16s (2023).
It may not be the best value in 2026 due to newer models and potential software limitations from Huawei's ecosystem restrictions. However, if you find it at a steep discount and need a powerful machine for basic to heavy tasks, it could still serve well for non-critical use.
The Huawei MateBook 16s i9 (512GB / 16GB) is priced at AED 3499 in the UAE. It is available through authorized Huawei retailers and major electronics stores across the country.
The Huawei MateBook 16s i9 (512GB / 16GB) is priced at ₹86990 in India. It can be purchased through official Huawei online stores and select authorized electronics retailers.
The camera delivers clear 720p video with decent color accuracy in good lighting. It performs adequately for video calls but struggles in low-light conditions, with noticeable noise and reduced detail.
The battery lasts up to 8 hours with typical mixed usage including web browsing and office applications. Heavy tasks like video editing or gaming reduce this significantly, requiring frequent recharging.
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