Huawei Mate XT Review: Tri-fold Titan Makes a Bold Entry
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As the dust settled on the iPhone 16's grand unveiling, Huawei wasted no time in stealing some of the spotlight by announcing its latest innovation just hours later: the Huawei Mate XT.
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Huawei launched world's first triple-folding smartphone
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In A Nutshell
The Huawei Mate XT is touted as the world’s first tri-fold smartphone, boasting storage options from 256GB to a whopping 1TB.
With a starting price of ¥19,999 (about S$3,600), the device has already garnered an impressive 5 million pre-orders (No deposit required) in China alone, signaling a strong market interest ahead of its 20th September 2024 sales launch.
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The price is as stunning as its design
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Design
This device introduces a dual-hinged, triple-screen ability to fold into a compact "Z" shape, offering versatile usage configurations. It's not just functional; it's stylish too, with a back panel adorned in either sleek black or vibrant red leather.
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Black with gold bezel gives a touch of class
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It’s impressive how slim and pocket-friendly it remains
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Phone or Tablet? Now you have the best of both world
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Build
When folded, the Mate XT maintains a thickness comparable to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 at 12.8mm, but it slims down to just 3.6mm when fully opened. Weighing in at 298 grams, it’s about as heavy as a small can of soup—substantial yet manageable.
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Huawei Mate XT (left) thickness as compare to Galaxy Z Fold6 (right)
(Credit to Reddit)
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Huawei Mate XT is slimmer than iPad Air when fully opened
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Display
The OLED display on the Mate XT is nothing short of a marvel. In its most compact form, it measures 6.4 inches, similar to a standard smartphone.
Partially unfolded, it expands to 7.9 inches—on par with a Samsung Z Fold6 or an iPad mini.
Fully extended, it reaches an impressive 10.2 inches, akin to a full-sized iPad. The resolution maxes out at 2,232 x 3,184, ensuring crisp, clear visuals no matter the configuration.
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(Credit to reuters)
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Color Options
Simplicity rules here, with just two choices: classic black or striking red.
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Available in Black or Red
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Camera
Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the triple camera setup, featuring a 50-megapixel main, a 12-megapixel ultrawide, and a 12-megapixel periscope camera.
Selfie takers aren’t forgotten, with an 8-megapixel front-facing camera neatly housed in a punch-hole design.
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50-megapixel for the main camera is pretty decent
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Battery Life
Huawei isn’t skimping on power, either. The Mate XT comes equipped with a robust 5,600mAh battery, supporting speedy 66W wired and 50W wireless charging.
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Operating System
It runs on HarmonyOS 4.2, Huawei’s latest iteration of its custom OS, designed to offer a smooth, intuitive user experience.
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Running on Harmony OS 4.2
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Pricing
- ¥19,999 (S$3,600) for 16GB RAM and 256GB storage
- ¥21,999 (S$4,000) for 16GB RAM and 512GB storage
- ¥23,999 (S$4,400) for 16GB RAM and 1TB storage
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Con
Despite its innovations, the Mate XT has its drawbacks.
- It can't use Android, limiting app availability and user customization.
- The cost of repairs is also steep—with the motherboard alone costing up to S$1,960, and the screen replacement at S$1,796.
- Additionally, its high price tag means you could get four PS5 Pros or two iPhone 16 Pro Maxes for the same cost.
- Lastly, it's only available in China, which might be a dealbreaker for international tech enthusiasts.
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Conclusion
The Huawei Mate XT is a trailblazer in the smartphone world with its tri-fold design and high-end features. It's a device that demands attention—and a considerable investment.
If you're in China and your wallet allows, this could be the tech masterpiece for you.
For others, it might be a marvel to admire from afar, at least until Huawei decides to take it global.
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