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Smartphone · Huawei Test · 2023
The Huawei Mate 50E 128GB is Huawei Test's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.7 inches, 108.9 cm2 (~88.6% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4460 mAh battery. Available in the UAE from AED 1,299.
The Huawei Mate 50E excels with its 66W wired charging, refilling its 4460mAh battery in under 40 minutes, and its 90Hz OLED display delivers smooth motion with 1B color depth for rich visuals. The 1224 x 2700 resolution ensures crisp text and media, while NFC enables contactless payments across UAE retailers. Ideal for urban commuters needing fast charging and reliable 5G connectivity without flagship pricing, it fits those who prioritize battery speed over camera versatility—its 13MP ultrawide is functional but lacks low-light depth. Its weakness is HarmonyOS 3.0’s limited app ecosystem, excluding Google Mobile Services, which hampers banking, ride-hailing, and streaming apps in India. In UAE at AED 1299, it’s competitive because it delivers premium charging and display tech at mid-range cost, compensating for the missing Google suite. In India at ₹N/A, it’s not recommended due to app dependency and lack of official support, making alternatives like Xiaomi or Samsung more practical despite higher prices.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Po 4460 mAh |
| Charging | 66W wired 5W reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 4460 mAh |
| Dual | 50 MP, f/1.4-f/4.0, 24mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), PDAF |
| Features | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Single | 13 MP, f/2.4, 18mm (ultrawide) |
| Features | HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| 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, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 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 |
| Dimensions | 161.5 x 76.1 x 8 mm (6.36 x 3.00 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 201 g (7.09 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) |
| Card slot | Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
| Colors | Black, Silver, Purple |
| Models | CET-AL60 |
| Price | About 580 EUR |
| Announced | 2022, September 06 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, October 23 |
| OS | HarmonyOS 3.0 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Adreno 642L |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Mate 50e.
It may not be the best choice in 2026 due to limited software updates and evolving app compatibility issues. However, if you find it at a deep discount and don't rely on Google services, it can still serve as a reliable daily driver.
The Huawei Mate 50E 128GB is priced at AED 1299 in the UAE. It is available through major electronics retailers and authorized Huawei stores.
The Huawei Mate 50E 128GB is not officially available in India, so there is no official price. It may be found through unofficial importers at variable rates.
The camera delivers sharp daytime photos with good color accuracy and decent detail in well-lit conditions. Low-light performance is improved by Huawei's image processing, though it lacks the versatility of flagship models.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate use, including browsing, messaging, and occasional video streaming. Heavy usage may require a midday charge.
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