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Tablet · Huawei Test · 2020
The Huawei MediaPad M5 8 128GB is Huawei Test's 2020 tablet featuring a 8.4 inches, 204.6 cm2 (~77.1% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Kirin 960s (16 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5100 mAh battery. At AED 799 in the UAE and ₹18,150 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Huawei MediaPad M5 8’s 8.4-inch 2560x1600 IPS display delivers sharp 359 ppi clarity with a 16:10 aspect ratio, ideal for reading and video, though it lacks a high refresh rate. Powered by an octa-core chipset with Cortex-A73 cores, it handles multitasking and media smoothly, but lacks stylus support, limiting creative use. The 5100 mAh battery lasts well through full-day streaming, but the device runs Android 8.0 with outdated EMUI 8, missing critical security updates and app compatibility. At 316g, it’s heavy for one-handed use. In UAE at AED 799, it’s worth it because the screen and battery outperform newer budget tablets in media consumption. In India at ₹18150, it’s overpriced—competitors offer newer Android versions, better software support, and similar displays for less. Avoid if you need modern apps or stylus precision.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Po 5100 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | 18W wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5100 mAh |
| Single | 13 MP, PDAF |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 8 MP |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Dimensions | 212.6 x 124.8 x 7.3 mm (8.37 x 4.91 x 0.29 in) |
| Weight | 316 g (11.15 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 8.4 inches, 204.6 cm2 (~77.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~359 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Space Gray, Champagne Gold |
| Models | SHT-AL09, SHT-W09 |
| Price | About 290 EUR |
| Announced | 2018, February. Released 2018, April |
| Status | Discontinued |
| OS | Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8 |
| Chipset | Kirin 960s (16 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-G71 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Mediapad M5 8.
It may not be worth buying in 2026 due to outdated software support and limited app compatibility from Huawei's lack of Google services. For basic media consumption or light use, it could still suffice if found at a very low price, but newer alternatives offer better long-term value.
The Huawei MediaPad M5 8 128GB is priced at AED 799 in the UAE. It is available through select electronics retailers and online marketplaces, though stock may be limited as it is a 2020 model.
The Huawei MediaPad M5 8 128GB is priced at ₹18150 in India. It can be found on major online platforms, but availability is limited since the device is no longer actively sold by official distributors.
The tablet features a 13MP rear camera and an 8MP front camera, both capable of decent still photos in good lighting. Video recording is smooth at 1080p but lacks advanced features like optical stabilization or night mode.
The tablet offers up to 10 hours of continuous video playback on a single charge. Real-world usage with mixed tasks like browsing and reading typically lasts a full day on moderate use.
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