Huawei Mate X5 hands-on Comes with a strong presence, it is not only a competitive device but also a captivating one

Huawei Mate X5 is both competitive and captivating

【PhoneAuto Review】Huawei Mate X5, a work that accelerates Huawei’s takeoff in the foldable screen market, comes with a strong momentum.

On September 8th, Huawei Mate 60 Pro+ and Mate X5 suddenly opened for pre-order on the Huawei online store. It still follows the familiar routine of the Mate 60 series, but this time the formula is quite different. You should know that the previous generation product, Mate X3, was just released in March, which is only half a year ago, and many people haven’t even gotten their hands on the X3 yet. Huawei’s speed this time has left many people puzzled. However, from the pace of this product, we can also see some clues from the speed test of the Mate X5. It is difficult for it to slow down with speeds of over a thousand megabits per second.

Of course, from the perspective of the Huawei brand, whether it’s the unannounced sales of the Mate 60 series or the accelerated iteration of foldable screen phones, it announces that Huawei’s smartphone product line has fully returned in its full glory. Many things that have been suppressed for a long time have exploded at this moment, and the impact on the market is naturally quite strong. In the coming time, we will see Huawei’s control over high-end products that were once at their peak, and consumers may also be unable to extricate themselves from the repeated “far ahead” claims. The Huawei Mate 60 series and Mate X5 are not only competitive products but also soul-captivating devices for consumers.

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We received the Huawei Mate X5 Collector’s Edition in Phantom Purple, which is also a bold and elegant color scheme for this new product, stunning to the eye.

In the past, many people complained that Huawei’s phones didn’t cater to female users, whether it was in terms of design or color scheme, they were too masculine. However, when you see the Phantom Purple of the Mate X5, you won’t think so anymore. It is so suitable for women that I feel unworthy of it when I hold it. Compared to the Feather Purple of the Mate X3, the saturation of the Phantom Purple is higher, and it is also more elegant. In fact, the Phantom Purple is also suitable for various outfits, overall it looks quite fashionable. Coupled with the matte leather material, the overall feel is also excellent. It’s worth mentioning that this time, the Mate X5 is completely purple, not only the back cover is made of matte leather, even the middle frame is also made in purple, the overall integrity is very strong, it can be considered as a small surprise that Huawei has given to everyone.

In terms of the camera module, there is a noticeable change in the Mate X5 compared to the X3. This generation is named “Cosmic Stargate” (the previous generation was “Cosmic Porthole”), the black decoration in the middle has changed from rectangular to square, so it is easy to distinguish. Moreover, the previous generation had an inclined angle on both sides, but this generation doesn’t have this treatment, instead, it symbolically leaves blank space around, forming a design of round sky and square earth. In terms of the camera, the Mate X5 adopts a 50-megapixel super-sensing camera + 13-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera + 12-megapixel periscope telephoto camera, supporting 5x optical zoom, which is consistent with the previous generation and is currently one of the few foldable screen phones that support periscope telephoto.

The difference in body size and thinness between Mate X5 and Mate X3 is not significant. The expanded dimensions of X5 are 156.9mm x 72.4mm x 11.08mm, which is the same as X3. In terms of weight, the leather version of Mate X5 weighs 243g, and the sandblasted version weighs 245g, with only a few grams more compared to the previous generation’s 241g. However, this increase in weight also brings more configurations, which is very sincere. It is precisely because of this that many people believe that Mate X5 was originally an upgraded version of Mate X3, but Huawei later directly named it X5, making it the next generation product. Mate X5 still uses a dual rotating waterdrop hinge and ultra-thin Type-C device, which is the hardware foundation for its thinness.

On the front of the body, the glass of the Mate X5 Collector’s Edition has been further strengthened, equipped with a piece of obsidian tempered glass, and obtained the world’s first Swiss SGS Gold Standard five-star scratch-resistant and drop-resistant certification. With obsidian tempering technology and the second generation Kunlun glass technology, the scratch resistance of the external screen has increased by 300% and the drop resistance has increased by 100%, further enhancing the overall drop resistance of the device. This actually provides users with a sense of security, especially for foldable screens that cost over ten thousand yuan. Although they may appear fragile, Huawei has made them as hard as obsidian and Kunlun, providing a full sense of security. The internal screen adopts a composite layer structure and introduces non-Newtonian fluid material to better protect the screen. In addition, with IPX8 waterproof capability, it can handle some unexpected water accidents in life. The internal and external dual-repair protective capability makes the Mate X5 Collector’s Edition fully armed.

It is worth mentioning that this time Mate X5 uses a four-curved screen, which not only provides a better grip feeling, but also makes sliding more comfortable in daily use. This feeling is especially evident when using the left and right sliding gestures. If in the past, users needed to use protective film to prevent scratching during edge sliding, this time Mate X5 actually gives users the courage to remove the film for use. It not only has a good tactile sensation, but also offers high security.

This generation of Mate X5 still uses dual-mode BeiDou satellite messaging, instead of the TianTong satellite calling on Mate 60 Pro or the combination of the two on Pro+. It can be considered a trade-off. With the dual-mode BeiDou satellite messaging function, even without ground network signals, users can still send and receive BeiDou satellite messages through smooth connection. Any brand of mobile phone can receive and reply through the ground network, providing users with an extra layer of security.

Mate X5’s battery and fast charging are also impressive. Huawei has squeezed a 5060mAh battery into the slim body of Mate X5, taking into account both slimness and long battery life. It supports 66W wired fast charging, 50W wireless super fast charging, and also has 7.5W wireless reverse charging. Not only can it charge quickly, but it can also charge other devices, making it very useful.

As I said in the title, Huawei Mate X5 comes with the wind. It is not only our pride, but also a “soul-stirring” device. How many people squat and rush to buy this phone during specific time periods every day, and how many people go back and raise the price to buy it. This is actually the best recognition from consumers. After years of technological accumulation and brand precipitation, Huawei has already occupied a place in the high-end smartphone market, and in the foldable screen market, Huawei firmly holds the right to speak. Mate X5 brings us a lot, but in a nutshell, it can be summarized as “the light boat has passed through a thousand mountains.”

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