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Huawei Mate 20 X phone review — specs and Genze score

Huawei Mate 20 X Specifications

Also available with 5G Versions: EVR-L29 (Global market); EVR-AL00, EVR-TL00 (China)

Huawei

Released 2018, Oct 15

6 / 8 GB RAM · Kirin 980 (7 nm)

  • 232g, 8.2mm thickness
  • Android 9.0, EMUI 9.1
  • 128GB/256GB storage, Nano Memory

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 9.8
Display 7.7
Performance 5.8
Camera 8.4
Body 6
Gaming 6.7
Software 4.4
Connectivity 2.5
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 6.8/10

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Quick specifications

7.2"

1080x2244 pixels

40MP

2160p

6/8GB RAM

Kirin 980

5000mAh

23W

Score breakdown

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6.8 /10
Performance 5.8/10
Battery 9.8/10
Display 7.7/10
Camera 8.4/10
Body 6/10
Gaming 6.7/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 2.5/10
Sensors 7.2/10
7 nm 2.60 GHz BT 5.0 2018

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
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, 34, 38, 39, 40
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat21 1400/200 Mbps
Announced 2018, October. Released 2018, November
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 174.6 x 85.4 x 8.2 mm (6.87 x 3.36 x 0.32 in)
Weight 232 g (8.18 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass), glass back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
??? IP53 dust protected and water resistant

(vertical water sprays)

Stylus (optional)
Type OLED, HDR10
Size 7.2 inches, 130.7 cm2 (~87.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2244 pixels, 18.7:9 ratio (~346 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
OS Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1
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
Card slot Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
??? UFS 2.1
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", AF
Features Laser AF, Leica optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps
Single 24 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9??m
Features HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
??? 32-bit/384kHz audio
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct
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
Sensors Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
Type Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging 22.5W wired
Colors Midnight Blue, Phantom Silver
Models EVR-L29, EVR-AL00, EVR-TL00
Price About 580 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 304403 (v7), 370084 (v8)

GeekBench: 10118 (v4.4), 2519 (v5.1)

GFXBench: 29fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 4.337 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker -25.5 LUFS (Very good)
Audio quality Noise -91.5dB / Crosstalk -91.8dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 108h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huawei Mate 20 X worth buying in 2026?

Huawei Mate 20 X is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 6.8/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Huawei Mate 20 X good for gaming?

Huawei Mate 20 X scores 67/100 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 X?

Huawei Mate 20 X has a 5,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Huawei Mate 20 X have?

Huawei Mate 20 X features a 7.20-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Huawei Mate 20 X water resistant?

Huawei Mate 20 X is rated IP53. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Huawei Mate 20 X have?

Huawei Mate 20 X 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 X?

Genze rates Huawei Mate 20 X 6.8/10 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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