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Smartphone · Huawei Test · 2023
The Huawei Mate X5 256GB is Huawei Test's 2023 smartphone featuring a 7.85 inches, 197.5 cm2 (~88.9% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Kirin 9000S (7 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5060 mAh battery. Available in the UAE from AED 5,499.
The Huawei Mate X5 excels with its 5060mAh battery supporting 66W wired and 50W wireless charging—unmatched in foldables—and a 125mm periscope telephoto with 5x optical zoom for crisp long-range shots. Its 7.85-inch 120Hz foldable OLED delivers smooth, 426ppi clarity for media and multitasking. Ideal for professionals in UAE needing a premium, compact tablet-phone hybrid with NFC for contactless payments and 5G for fast connectivity. Its weakness is HarmonyOS 4.0 without Google Play Services, crippling app access for users reliant on Gmail, Maps, or YouTube. In UAE at AED 5499, it’s overpriced compared to Samsung Z Fold 5’s broader app ecosystem and similar performance. In India, where it’s unavailable, no recommendation applies—its absence is strategic, not accidental. Buyers here should consider alternatives with full Android support.
Consider instead
Magic6 Pro
Honor · AED 6,400 · different brand, similar price
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Si/C Li-Ion 5060 mAh - China only |
| Charging | 66W wired 50W wireless 7.5W reverse wireless |
| Battery Capacity | 5060 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/3.4, 125mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), AF |
| Features | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.4, (wide) Cover camera: 8 MP, f/2.4, (wide) |
| Features | HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | LTE |
| 5G bands | SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| 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+B2b), GALILEO (E1+E5a+E5b), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Infrared port | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG |
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 156.9 x 141.5 x 5.3 mmFolded: 156.9 x 72.4 x 11.1 mm |
| Weight | 243 g or 245 g (8.57 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, glass back or eco leather back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | Foldable OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz |
| Size | 7.85 inches, 197.5 cm2 (~88.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 2224 x 2496 pixels (~426 ppi density) |
| Protection | Kunlun Glass (cover display only) |
| Card slot | Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, altimeter |
| Colors | Black, White, Purple, Dark Green, Gold |
| Models | ALT-AL10 |
| Announced | 2023, September 08 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, September 16 |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.0 (China), EMUI (Europe), no Google Play Services |
| Chipset | Kirin 9000S (7 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.62 GHz Taishan Big & 3x2.15 GHz Taishan Mid & 4x1.53GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Maleoon 910 MP4 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Huawei Mate X3 512GB
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Common questions about the Mate X5.
It may not be the best choice in 2026 due to limited software updates and app compatibility from Huawei's ecosystem restrictions. However, if you prioritize foldable design and build quality over future app support, it could still offer good value for casual use.
The Huawei Mate X5 256GB is priced at AED 5499 in the UAE. It is available through authorized Huawei retailers and select electronics stores across major cities.
The Huawei Mate X5 256GB is not officially available in India, so there is no listed price. It cannot be purchased through official channels within the country.
The camera delivers sharp, well-exposed photos with strong detail in daylight and good color accuracy. It handles low-light scenes competently, though video stabilization is average compared to flagship rivals.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate to heavy usage, including folding/unfolding and 5G connectivity. It supports fast charging to quickly restore power when needed.
Ready to buy the Mate X5?
From AED 5,499 on Amazon UAE and Noon.
