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Smartphone · Huawei Test · 2023
The Huawei Mate 50 128GB is Huawei Test's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.7 inches, 108.9 cm2 (~88.6% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4460 mAh battery. Available in the UAE from AED 1,999.
The Huawei Mate 50 excels with its 50MP f/1.4-f/4.0 variable-aperture main sensor delivering exceptional low-light detail, paired with a 12MP periscope telephoto offering 5x optical zoom and OIS for crisp distant shots. The 4460mAh battery supports 66W wired and 50W wireless charging, enabling full recharge in under 40 minutes. Its 90Hz OLED display with 1B colors ensures smooth, vibrant visuals. Ideal for professionals needing reliable long-range photography without carrying a DSLR, especially travelers or journalists capturing events from distance. Its weakness is EMUI 13’s lack of Google Mobile Services outside China, limiting app access and updates in global markets. In UAE at AED 1999, it’s competitive because no other 5G phone under AED 2000 offers 5x optical zoom and 66W wired charging. In India at ₹N/A, it’s not recommended due to absence of official support, service centers, and Google ecosystem dependency, making ownership impractical despite hardware strengths.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Po 4460 mAh |
| Charging | 66W wired 50W wireless 5W reverse wireless |
| Battery Capacity | 4460 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.4-f/4.0, 24mm (wide), PDAF 12 MP, f/3.4, 125mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), PDAF |
| Features | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 1080p@960fps, gyro-EIS |
| Single | 13 MP, f/2.4, 18mm (ultrawide) |
| Features | HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Infrared port | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, Display Port 1.2 |
| Dimensions | 161.5 x 76.1 x 8 mm (6.36 x 3.00 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 202 g / 206 g (7.13 oz) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, 90Hz |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 108.9 cm2 (~88.6% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1224 x 2700 pixels (~442 ppi density) |
| Protection | Huawei Kunlun Glass |
| Card slot | Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
| Colors | Black, Silver, Purple, Orange |
| Models | CET-AL00, CET-LX9 |
| Price | About 720 EUR |
| Announced | 2022, September 06 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, September 28 |
| OS | EMUI 13 (International), HarmonyOS 3.0 (China) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Mate 50.
It may not be the best choice in 2026 due to limited software updates and evolving app compatibility issues. However, if you prioritize build quality and camera design over the latest apps, it can still serve as a reliable daily driver.
The Huawei Mate 50 128GB is priced at AED 1999 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and select online platforms across the country.
The Huawei Mate 50 128GB is not officially available in India, so there is no official price. It may be found through third-party importers at varying rates.
The camera delivers excellent photo quality with strong detail and color accuracy, especially in daylight. Its main strength is the advanced aperture control that enhances low-light shots without heavy noise.
The battery life lasts a full day with moderate to heavy usage, including browsing, calls, and camera use. It supports fast charging to quickly restore power when needed.
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