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Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 phone review — specs and Genze score

Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 Specifications

Available as Wi-Fi only and Wi-Fi/3G/4G models

Huawei

Released 2016, Sep 15

4 GB RAM · Kirin 950 (16 nm)

  • 326g, 7.3mm thickness
  • Android 6.0, EMUI 4.1
  • 32GB/64GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 10
Display 5.7
Performance 4.5
Camera 3.9
Body 5.2
Gaming 5
Software 4.4
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 5.4/10

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Quick specifications

8.4"

1600x2560 pixels

8MP

1080p

4GB RAM

Kirin 950

5100mAh

Score breakdown

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5.4 /10
Performance 4.5/10
Battery 10/10
Display 5.7/10
Camera 3.9/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 5/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
2.30 GHz BT 4.1 2016

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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, 5, 7, 8, 19, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
Announced 2016, September. Released 2016, October
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 215.5 x 124.2 x 7.3 mm (8.48 x 4.89 x 0.29 in)
Weight 326 g (11.50 oz)
SIM Nano-SIM
Type IPS LCD
Size 8.4 inches, 204.6 cm2 (~76.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1600 x 2560 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~359 ppi density)
OS Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4.1
Chipset Kirin 950 (16 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex A53)
GPU Mali-T880 MP4
Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Single 8 MP, AF
Features HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 8 MP
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
??? Tuned by Harman Kardon
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant)
NFC No
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 5100 mAh, non-removable
Colors Silver, Gold
Models BTV-DL09, BTV-W09
Price About 280 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 worth buying in 2026?

Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 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.

Is Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 good for gaming?

Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 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 M3 8.4?

Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 has a 5,100 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 have?

Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 features a 8.40-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 have?

Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 is available with 4 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4?

Genze rates Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 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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