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Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design phone review — specs and Genze score

Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design Specifications

Huawei

Released 2016, Nov 15

6 GB RAM · Kirin 960 (16 nm)

  • 169g, 7.5mm thickness
  • Android 7.0, up to Android 9.0, EMUI 9.1
  • 256GB storage, no card slot

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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
Battery 7.8
Display 6.6
Performance 5.1
Camera 7.1
Body 5.6
Gaming 5.8
Software 4.4
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 5.9/10

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Quick specifications

5.5"

1440x2560 pixels

20MP

2160p

6GB RAM

Kirin 960

4000mAh

23W

Score breakdown

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5.9 /10
Performance 5.1/10
Battery 7.8/10
Display 6.6/10
Camera 7.1/10
Body 5.6/10
Gaming 5.8/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
2.40 GHz BT 4.2 2016

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
??? CDMA 800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
??? CDMA2000 1xEV-DO & TD-SCDMA
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 38, 39, 40, 41
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
Announced 2016, November. Released 2017, January
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 152 x 75 x 7.5 mm (5.98 x 2.95 x 0.30 in)
Weight 169 g (5.96 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type OLED
Size 5.5 inches, 83.4 cm2 (~73.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~534 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3
OS Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1
Chipset Kirin 960 (16 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU Mali-G71 MP8
Card slot No
Internal 256GB 6GB RAM
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"
Features Laser AF, Leica optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Single 8 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.4??m, AF
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC Yes
Infrared port Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 2.0
Sensors Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
Type Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging 22.5W wired
Colors Graphite Black
Price About 920 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design worth buying in 2026?

Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.9/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design good for gaming?

Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design scores 58/100 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 9 Porsche Design?

Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design has a 4,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design have?

Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design features a 5.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design have?

Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design is available with 6 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design?

Genze rates Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design 5.9/10 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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