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Smartphone · Huawei Test · 2023
The Huawei Mate 50 256GB 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 2,249.
The Huawei Mate 50 excels with 66W wired and 50W wireless charging, refilling its 4460mAh battery faster than most flagships, and its 1224 x 2700 OLED display delivers sharp 442 ppi clarity. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G chip delivers sustained performance despite lacking 5G. Ideal for professionals in UAE needing rapid charging during travel and reliable NFC for contactless payments, especially those avoiding Apple or Samsung ecosystems. Its weakness is the outdated 13MP ultrawide camera—no OIS, no high-res main sensor—limiting low-light versatility. In UAE at AED 2249, it’s competitive because no other 4G flagship offers this charging speed at this price. In India, the ₹N/A price is irrelevant; without Google Mobile Services and limited app support, it’s not recommended unless users rely solely on Huawei’s AppGallery and local alternatives. The lack of 5G and camera compromise make it a niche pick.
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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 | 256 |
| 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 app compatibility from Google services. However, if you prioritize build quality and Huawei's ecosystem, it could still offer solid value for basic use.
The Huawei Mate 50 256GB is priced at AED 2249 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and major electronics stores across the country.
The Huawei Mate 50 256GB is not officially available in India, so there is no official price. It may be found through unofficial 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 performance.
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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