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Huawei MediaPad M1 phone review — specs and Genze score

Huawei MediaPad M1 Specifications

Also known as Huawei MediaPad M1 8.0

Huawei

Released 2014, Feb 15

1 GB RAM · Kirin 910 (28 nm)

  • 329g, 7.9mm thickness
  • Android 4.2.2, EMUI 2
  • 8GB storage, microSDHC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 8.4
Display 6.5
Performance 3.7
Camera 4.8
Body 5.2
Gaming 5
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 5.5/10

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Quick specifications

8.0"

800x1280 pixels

5MP

Video recorder

1GB RAM

Kirin 910

4800mAh

Score breakdown

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5.5 /10
Performance 3.7/10
Battery 8.4/10
Display 6.5/10
Camera 4.8/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 5/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.60 GHz BT 4.0 2014

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 3, 7, 20, 38, 40
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Announced 2014, February. Released 2014, May
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 214.4 x 120.7 x 7.9 mm (8.44 x 4.75 x 0.31 in)
Weight 329 g (11.61 oz)
SIM Micro-SIM
Type IPS LCD
Size 8.0 inches, 185.6 cm2 (~71.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~189 ppi density)
OS Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), EMUI 2
Chipset Kirin 910 (28 nm)
CPU Quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU Mali-450MP4
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Internal 8GB 1GB RAM
Single 5 MP, AF
Video Yes
Single 1 MP
Video
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (3G)
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band (LTE)
Bluetooth 4.0, EDR
Positioning GPS
NFC No
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 4800 mAh, non-removable
Colors White, Tulip, Carnation, Lily/Lotus, Titanium Gray
Price About 300 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huawei MediaPad M1 worth buying in 2026?

Huawei MediaPad M1 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Huawei MediaPad M1 good for gaming?

Huawei MediaPad M1 scores 50/100 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 MediaPad M1?

Huawei MediaPad M1 has a 4,800 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Huawei MediaPad M1 have?

Huawei MediaPad M1 features a 8.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Huawei MediaPad M1 have?

Huawei MediaPad M1 is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Huawei MediaPad M1?

Genze rates Huawei MediaPad M1 5.5/10 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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