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Huawei Mate 20 Pro Specifications
Versions: LYA-L09, LYA-L29 (Global market); LYA-AL00, LYA-AL10, LYA-TL00 (China, Hong Kong); LYA-L0C (Canada)
Huawei
Released 2018, Oct 16
6 / 8 GB RAM · Kirin 980 (7 nm)
- 189g, 8.6mm thickness
- Android 9.0, EMUI 9.1
- 128GB/256GB storage, Nano Memory
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 8.2 | — |
| Display | 7.4 | — |
| Performance | 5.8 | — |
| Camera | 8.4 | — |
| Body | 6.8 | — |
| Gaming | 6.5 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 2.5 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.39"
1440x3120 pixels
40MP
2160p
6/8GB RAM
Kirin 980
4200mAh
40W15W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40 | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat21 1400/200 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2018, October 16. Released 2018, October 31 |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 157.8 x 72.3 x 8.6 mm (6.21 x 2.85 x 0.34 in) |
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| Weight | 189 g (6.67 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame | |
| SIM | ?? Nano-SIM ?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
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| ??? | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 2m for 30 min) |
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Display
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Type | OLED, HDR10 |
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| Size | 6.39 inches, 100.2 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~538 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
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Platform
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OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 |
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| Chipset | Kirin 980 (7 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x1.92 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | |
| GPU | Mali-G76 MP10 |
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Memory
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Card slot | Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot) |
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| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | |
| ??? | UFS 2.1 |
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Main Camera
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Triple | 40 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/1.7", PDAF 8 MP, f/2.4, 80mm (telephoto), 1/4.0", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 20 MP, f/2.2, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.7", PDAF |
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| Features | Laser AF, Leica optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 24 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9??m |
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| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| ??? | 32-bit/384kHz audio |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Face ID, fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Po 4200 mAh, non-removable |
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| Charging | 40W wired, 70% in 30 min 15W wireless 2.5W reverse wireless |
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Misc
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Colors | Emerald Green, Midnight Blue, Twilight, Pink Gold, Black |
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| Models | LYA-L09, LYA-L29, LYA-AL00, LYA-AL10, LYA-TL00, LYA-L0C | |
| Price | About 800 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Performance | AnTuTu: 273913 (v7), 391046 (v8) GeekBench: 9712 (v4.4) GFXBench: 17fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
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| Display | Contrast ratio: 254000:1 (nominal), 4.965 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | -28.9 LUFS (Average) | |
| Audio quality | Noise -87.7dB / Crosstalk -87.8dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 85h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Huawei Mate 20 Pro worth buying in 2026?
Huawei Mate 20 Pro is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 6.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Huawei Mate 20 Pro good for gaming?
Huawei Mate 20 Pro scores 65/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of Huawei Mate 20 Pro?
Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a 4,200 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Huawei Mate 20 Pro have?
Huawei Mate 20 Pro features a 6.39-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is Huawei Mate 20 Pro water resistant?
Huawei Mate 20 Pro is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
How much RAM does Huawei Mate 20 Pro have?
Huawei Mate 20 Pro is available with 6 / 8 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Huawei Mate 20 Pro?
Genze rates Huawei Mate 20 Pro 6.6/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.
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