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Huawei Mate X5 phone review — specs and Genze score

Huawei Mate X5 Specifications

Huawei

Released 2023, Sep 16

12 / 16 GB RAM · Kirin 9000S (7 nm)

  • 243g or 245g, 5.3mm thickness
  • HarmonyOS 4.0, EMUI, no Google Play Services
  • 256GB/512GB/1TB storage, Nano Memory

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 9.9
Display 8.2
Performance 7.1
Camera 8.6
Body 6
Gaming 7.6
Software 4.4
Connectivity 8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 7.6/10

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Quick specifications

7.85"

2224x2496 pixels

50MP

2160p

12/16GB RAM

Kirin 9000S

5060mAh

66W50W

Score breakdown

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7.6 /10
Performance 7.1/10
Battery 9.9/10
Display 8.2/10
Camera 8.6/10
Body 6/10
Gaming 7.6/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
7 nm 2.62 GHz BT 5.2 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2023

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
??? CDMA 800
3G bands HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
??? CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4G bands LTE
5G bands SA/NSA
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G
Announced 2023, September 08
Status Available. Released 2023, September 16
Dimensions Unfolded: 156.9 x 141.5 x 5.3 mm
Folded: 156.9 x 72.4 x 11.1 mm
Weight 243 g or 245 g (8.57 oz)
Build Glass front, glass back or eco leather back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
??? IPX8 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Stylus support (both displays)
Type Foldable OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz
Size 7.85 inches, 197.5 cm2 (~88.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 2224 x 2496 pixels (~426 ppi density)
Protection Kunlun Glass (cover display only)
??? Cover display:

OLED, 120Hz, 6.4 inches, 1080 x 2504 pixels
OS HarmonyOS 4.0 (China), EMUI (Europe), no Google Play Services
Chipset Kirin 9000S (7 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x2.62 GHz Taishan Big & 3x2.15 GHz Taishan Mid & 4x1.53GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU Maleoon 910 MP4
Card slot Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM
??? UFS 3.1
Triple 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), PDAF, OIS

12 MP, f/3.4, 125mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom

13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), AF
Features Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
Single 8 MP, f/2.4, (wide)

Cover camera:

8 MP, f/2.4, (wide)
Features HDR, panorama
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack No
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a+B2b), GALILEO (E1+E5a+E5b), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)
NFC Yes
Infrared port Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 3.1, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, altimeter
??? BDS Satellite Calling and Messaging - China only
Type Si/C Li-Ion 5060 mAh - China only
Charging 66W wired

50W wireless

7.5W reverse wireless
Colors Black, White, Purple, Dark Green, Gold
Models ALT-AL10

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huawei Mate X5 worth buying in 2026?

Huawei Mate X5 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 7.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Huawei Mate X5 good for gaming?

Huawei Mate X5 scores 76/100 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 X5?

Huawei Mate X5 has a 5,060 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Huawei Mate X5 have?

Huawei Mate X5 features a 7.85-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Huawei Mate X5 have?

Huawei Mate X5 is available with 12 / 16 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Huawei Mate X5?

Genze rates Huawei Mate X5 7.6/10 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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