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Huawei Mate 30 Pro phone review — specs and Genze score

Huawei Mate 30 Pro Specifications

Also available with 5G Versions: LIO-L09, LIO-L29 (Global); LIO-AL00, LIO-TL00 (China)

Huawei

Released 2019, Sep 19

8 GB RAM · Kirin 990 (7 nm)

  • 198g, 8.8mm thickness
  • Android 10, EMUI 11, no Google Play Services
  • 128GB/256GB storage, Nano Memory

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 8.8
Display 7.4
Performance 5.8
Camera 8
Body 6.8
Gaming 6.5
Software 4.4
Connectivity 2.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 6.6/10

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Quick specifications

6.53"

1176x2400 pixels

40MP

2160p

8GB RAM

Kirin 990

4500mAh

40W27W

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6.6 /10
Performance 5.8/10
Battery 8.8/10
Display 7.4/10
Camera 8/10
Body 6.8/10
Gaming 6.5/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 2.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
7 nm 2.86 GHz BT 5.1 2019

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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, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - Global
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - China
Speed HSPA, LTE
Announced 2019, September 19. Released 2019, September 26
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 158.1 x 73.1 x 8.8 mm (6.22 x 2.88 x 0.35 in)
Weight 198 g (6.98 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame
SIM ?? Nano-SIM
?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
??? IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 2m for 30 min)
Type OLED, HDR10
Size 6.53 inches, 108.7 cm2 (~94.1% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1176 x 2400 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 6
OS Android 10, EMUI 11, no Google Play Services
Chipset Kirin 990 (7 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2x2.86 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x2.09 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.86 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Mali-G76 MP16
Card slot Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
??? UFS 3.0
Triple 40 MP, f/1.6, 27mm (wide), 1/1.7", PDAF, OIS

8 MP, f/2.4, 80mm (telephoto), 1/4.0", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom

40 MP, f/1.8, 18mm (ultrawide), 1/1.54", PDAF

TOF 3D, (depth)
Features Leica optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Video 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 1080p@960fps, 720p@7680fps, gyro-EIS
Single 32 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8??m

TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Features HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack No
??? 32-bit/384kHz audio
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.1, 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 Face ID, fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
Type Li-Po 4500 mAh, non-removable
Charging 40W wired

27W wireless

Reverse wireless
Colors Black, Space Silver, Cosmic Purple, Emerald Green
Models LIO-L09, LIO-L29, LIO-AL00, LIO-TL00
Price About 1290 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 378950 (v7), 484529 (v8)

GeekBench: 11936 (v4.4), 3038 (v5.1)

GFXBench: 34fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display 686 nits max brightness (measured)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker -29.3 LUFS (Average)
Battery (old) Endurance rating 103h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huawei Mate 30 Pro worth buying in 2026?

Huawei Mate 30 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 30 Pro good for gaming?

Huawei Mate 30 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 30 Pro?

Huawei Mate 30 Pro has a 4,500 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Huawei Mate 30 Pro have?

Huawei Mate 30 Pro features a 6.53-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Huawei Mate 30 Pro water resistant?

Huawei Mate 30 Pro is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Huawei Mate 30 Pro have?

Huawei Mate 30 Pro is available with 8 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Huawei Mate 30 Pro?

Genze rates Huawei Mate 30 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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