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Smartphone · Huawei Test · 2023
The Huawei Mate 50 Pro 256GB is Huawei Test's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.74 inches, 111.8 cm2 (~91.3% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4700 mAh battery. Available in the UAE from AED 2,249.
The Huawei Mate 50 Pro excels with its 66W wired and 50W wireless charging, delivering full charge in under 40 minutes, and its 120Hz OLED display with 428 ppi ensures buttery, sharp visuals. The 205g weight feels premium without bulk, and NFC enables seamless contactless payments. Ideal for professionals in UAE who rely on fast charging during commutes and need reliable 5G connectivity for video calls and cloud workflows. Its weakness is the absence of Google Mobile Services—EMUI 13 limits app access, forcing reliance on Huawei’s AppGallery, which lacks key global apps. In UAE at AED 2249, it’s competitive because no other 2023 flagship offers this charging speed and OLED display at this price without Google. In India, where pricing is unavailable and Google dependency is non-negotiable for most, it’s not recommended unless users prioritize battery speed over app ecosystem.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Po 4700 mAh |
| Charging | 66W wired 50W wireless 5W reverse wireless |
| Battery Capacity | 4700 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.4-f/4.0, 24mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 64 MP, f/3.5, 90mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3.5x 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@30/60/120/240/480fps, 720p@960fps, 720p@3840fps, HDR, gyro-EIS |
| Single | 13 MP, f/2.4, 18mm (ultrawide) TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| 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 | 162.1 x 75.5 x 8.5 mm (6.38 x 2.97 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 205 g / 209 g (7.23 oz) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz |
| Size | 6.74 inches, 111.8 cm2 (~91.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1212 x 2616 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~428 ppi density) |
| Protection | Huawei Kunlun Glass |
| Card slot | Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Face ID, fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
| Colors | Black, Silver, Purple, Orange |
| Models | DCO-AL00, DCO-LX9 |
| Price | About 900 EUR |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 979921 (v9) GeekBench: 3839 (v5.1) GFXBench: 68fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Display | 946 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Camera | Photo / Video |
| Loudspeaker | -24.8 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery | Active use score 10:36h |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 104h |
| 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 Pro.
It may still be a solid choice if you prioritize build quality and camera performance, but software updates and app compatibility could be limited due to the absence of Google services. Consider your reliance on Android apps before purchasing in 2026.
The Huawei Mate 50 Pro 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 Pro 256GB is not officially available for sale in India, so there is no official price. It may be found through unofficial importers at varying rates.
The camera delivers excellent detail and color accuracy, especially in low-light conditions thanks to its advanced sensor and RYYB technology. It handles dynamic scenes well with minimal noise and fast autofocus.
The battery life lasts a full day with moderate to heavy usage, including screen-on time for apps, calls, and camera use. It supports fast charging to quickly restore power when needed.
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