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Huawei Mate 20 X (5G)
Huawei Mate 20 X (5G)
Huawei Mate 20 X (5G)
Huawei Mate 20 X (5G)
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7/10
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The Huawei Mate 20 X (5G) currently has an Informr score of 7 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 5 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
2.6 GHz
Processor
Processor
2.6 GHz
7.2"
Screen Size
Screen Size
7.2"
40+ MP, f/1.8
Camera
Camera
40+ MP, f/1.8
4200 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Digital Camera World
Digital Camera World

The Huawei Mate 20 X 5G is a lot of fun to use. It’s got a huge screen which makes for a sensational viewfinder; its camera is very capable and when you can find 5G coverage, its mobile internet speeds fly, unless it’s peak time, in which case, they glide. That said, it’s essentially a phone that la...

- Basil Kronfli, Digital Camera World
Expert Reviews
Expert Reviews

The Huawei Mate 20 X 5G is a perfectly good phone. It’s a bit too big, but otherwise it’s quick, nicely designed, has fantastic cameras and a good-quality display. Ultimately, though, as with all 5G phones right now, the Mate 20 X 5G is simply too expensive and the 5G service currently too patchy to...

- Jonathan Bray, Expert Reviews
Pocket-lint
Pocket-lint

If you're looking for a two-handed mega-sized phone then the Mate 20 X is a genuinely fantastic media powerhouse. It has a great (and, yes, massive) screen, further enhanced by great audio, and the battery just goes on and on whatever you throw at it.

- Cam Bunton and Mike Lowe, Pocket-lint
Stuff
Stuff

A niche phone just got more niche - but if you know you want 5G and the biggest screen in town, the Mate 20 X 5G won’t disappoint.

- Basil Kronfli, Stuff
Daily Express
Daily Express

The phone's panel, combined with its next-generation network capabilities, great camera and hefty battery make it one of our favourite 5G phones so far. Huawei's device will certainly not be for everyone though - those that are not fussed about taking advantage of 5G in its early form are better off...

- Joseph Carey, Daily Express


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Huawei backs up the Mate 20 X (5G) with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


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Screen Size
7.2"

The Huawei Mate 20 X (5G)'s screen size is 7.2 inches with 1080 x 2244 pixels resolution.

Processor
2.6 GHz

There is a HiSilicon Kirin 980 Octa core 2.6 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on the Android 9.0 Pie operating system (OS).

Camera
40+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 40+ MP, f/1.8 camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 24+ megapixels resolution.

Storage
256 GB

Internal memory is 256 GB. An external, nanoSD (up to 256 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
4200mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol), 4200 mAh battery. Huawei's performance ratings are 1476 minutes.

Mate 20 X (5G) Specs

Overview
Release Date July 26, 2019
Regions Available United Kingdom
Operating System Android 9.0 Pie

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Processor HiSilicon Kirin 980 Octa core 2.6 GHz
Internal Storage 256 GB
RAM 8 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation Yes
SAR Head: 0.91 W/kg
Body: 1.24 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included USB Power Adapter, Manual, Headset, Carrying case, Data Cable, Stylus
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSPA+, LTE, 5G
Mobile / Cellular Data
5G, 4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling Yes
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) Yes
SIM card size
Nano-SIM
Dual SIM Yes
Connectivity
USB USB Type-C
USB OTG Support Yes
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared Yes
Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot Yes
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info nanoSD (up to 256 GB)
NFC Yes
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
40+ Megapixels, f/1.8
Zoom
Yes
Flash
Yes (Dual LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer, HDR, Second camera(20 MP, Ultra Wide Angle Lens, f/2.2), Third camera(8 MP, Telephoto, f/2.4, OIS, 3x optical zoom )
Video Recording Formats
MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
24+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
Aperture f/2.0
Video Recording Parameters
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels), 30 fps
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology OLED
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution 1080 x 2244 pixels
Pixel Density 346 pixels
Size 7.2 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touchscreen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Battery Capacity 4200 mAh
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging Yes
Video Playback Time No
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) No
Internet Use (Cellular) No
Talk Time Up to 1476 minutes
Standby Time Up to 15.9 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Glass
Colors Emerald Green
Dimensions [H x W x D] 17.46 x 8.54 x 0.84 cm (6.9 x 3.4 x 0.3 in)
Weight 233 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Water Resistant
Rugged design No
IP Rating IP 53
Headset Jack No
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key Yes
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor Yes
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Additional Information Other Names (AKA): EVR-N29
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