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AED 1,899
India Price
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Tablet · Huawei Test · 2022
The Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 (2021) 256GB is Huawei Test's 2022 tablet featuring a 12.6 inches, 460.3 cm2 (~87.0% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Kirin 9000E 5G (5 nm) - Wi-Fi modelKirin 9000 5G (5 nm) - 5G model chipset. It comes with a 50 mAh battery. At AED 1,899 in the UAE and ₹42,999 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 (2021) shines with its 12.6-inch 2560x1600 OLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, and true-to-life color accuracy, making it one of the finest screens in its class. Paired with the Kirin 9000 or 9000E 5G chip, it delivers smooth multitasking and responsive stylus input via the M-Pencil 2, perfect for note-takers and designers needing pixel-perfect precision. The 10,050mAh battery sustains full-day use under moderate loads, but heavy 5G streaming or gaming drains it faster than expected. Its biggest flaw is HarmonyOS 2.0’s limited app ecosystem—many popular apps lack full optimization or are absent entirely, especially in India. In UAE at AED 1899, it’s worth it because the screen and performance justify the price despite software gaps. In India at ₹42999, it’s overpriced compared to Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ or iPad Air with broader app support and better service networks.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers (8 speakers) |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Po 10,050 mAh |
| Charging | 40W wired 27W wireless 10W wireless reversed 5W reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 50 mAh |
| Dual | 13 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 8 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide) TOF 3D |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 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, 9, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79, 80, 84 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G - cellular model only |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS - cellular model only |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| Dimensions | 286.5 x 184.7 x 6.7 mm (11.28 x 7.27 x 0.26 in) |
| Weight | 609 g (1.34 lb) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM (cellular model only) |
| Type | OLED |
| Size | 12.6 inches, 460.3 cm2 (~87.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~240 ppi density) |
| Card slot | Nano Memory (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Matte Gray, Green, Silver |
| Models | WGR-W09, WGR-W19, WGR-AN19 |
| Price | About 800 EUR |
| Display | 382 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker | -23.1 LUFS (Very good) |
| Announced | 2021, June 02 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, June 25 |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 |
| Chipset | Kirin 9000E 5G (5 nm) - Wi-Fi modelKirin 9000 5G (5 nm) - 5G model |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.13 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.54 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x2.05 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G78 MP22 - Wi-Fi modelMali-G78 MP24 - 5G model |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Matepad Pro 12 6 (2021).
It may still be worth buying in 2026 if you prioritize a large, high-quality display and strong build quality over the latest software updates. However, limited access to Google services and aging hardware could reduce long-term usability for some users.
The Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 (2021) 256GB is priced at AED 1899 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and major electronics stores across the country.
The Huawei MatePad Pro 12.6 (2021) 256GB is priced at ₹42999 in India. It can be purchased through select online retailers and authorized Huawei partners.
The rear camera delivers sharp, well-exposed photos in good lighting and supports 4K video recording. The front camera is adequate for video calls but lacks advanced features for professional use.
The tablet offers up to 12 hours of continuous video playback on a single charge. Real-world usage with mixed tasks typically lasts a full day of moderate use.
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