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Huawei Mate 9 Specifications
Huawei
Released 2016, Nov 15
4 GB RAM · Kirin 960 (16 nm)
- 190g, 7.9mm thickness
- Android 7.0, up to Android 9.0, EMUI 9.1
- 32GB/64GB storage, microSDXC
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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 | 7.8 | — |
| Display | 5 | — |
| Performance | 4.5 | — |
| Camera | 7.1 | — |
| Body | 5.6 | — |
| Gaming | 4.7 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 1.6 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
5.9"
1080x1920 pixels
20MP
2160p
4GB RAM
Kirin 960
4000mAh
23W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (MHA-L29 model only) | |
| ??? | CDMA 800 / 1900 - MHA-L29 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - MHA-L29, MHA-L09 | |
| ??? | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO & TD-SCDMA - MHA-L29 | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 38, 39, 40, 41 - MHA-L29 | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 38, 39, 40 - MHA-L09 | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2016, November. Released 2016, December |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 156.9 x 78.9 x 7.9 mm (6.18 x 3.11 x 0.31 in) |
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| Weight | 190 g (6.70 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum back, aluminum frame | |
| SIM | ?? Nano-SIM ?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
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Display
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Type | IPS LCD |
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| Size | 5.9 inches, 96.0 cm2 (~77.5% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~373 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
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Platform
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OS | Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 |
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| Chipset | Kirin 960 (16 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) | |
| GPU | Mali-G71 MP8 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only |
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| Internal | 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Dual | 12 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/2.9", 1.25??m, PDAF, OIS 20 MP B/W, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/2.7" |
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| Features | Laser AF, Leica optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 8 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.4??m, AF |
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| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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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 | 4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable |
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| Charging | 22.5W wired |
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Misc
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Colors | Agate Red, Topaz Blue, Space Gray, Moonlight Silver, Champagne Gold, Mocha Brown, Ceramic White, Black, Obsidian Black |
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| Models | MHA-L29, MHA-L09, MHA-AL00, MHA-TL00 | |
| Price | About 320 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Performance | Basemark OS II 2.0: 2637 Basemark X: 36519 |
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| Display | Contrast ratio: 1622 (nominal), 3.680 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 83dB / Noise 74dB / Ring 85dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -92.2dB / Crosstalk -93.3dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 82h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Huawei Mate 9 worth buying in 2026?
Huawei Mate 9 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.4/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Huawei Mate 9?
Huawei Mate 9 has a 4,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Huawei Mate 9 have?
Huawei Mate 9 features a 5.90-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Huawei Mate 9 have?
Huawei Mate 9 is available with 4 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Huawei Mate 9?
Genze rates Huawei Mate 9 5.4/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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