Huawei NEW Mate X5 Foldable Phone Officially Announced, Kirin 9000s ?

HUAWEI Mate X5 foldable screen smartphone is officially available for pre-order on the Huawei Mall. Currently, Huawei has not yet announced the final price of this new device, but the pre-order deposit is 1000 CNY. It is understood that Huawei has not disclosed the processor model of the Mate X5, but it is expected to be equipped with the same Kirin 9000s processor as the Mate 60 series.

The Huawei Mate X5 comes pre-installed with Huawei’s own HarmonyOS 4 operating system. This new device offers a variety of color options, including Phantom Purple, Feather Sand Black, Feather Sand White, Feather Sand Gold, and Qing Shan Dai, to cater to the personalized needs of different consumers.

In terms of storage options, the Huawei Mate X5 provides several choices, including a 12GB+512GB version and a 16GB+512GB version. Additionally, Huawei has also launched 16GB+512GB Collector’s Edition and 16GB+1TB Collector’s Edition models to meet various storage needs of consumers.

Other specifications of the Huawei Mate X5 are generally consistent with the previous Mate X3. It is known that the Huawei Mate X3 featured a Snapdragon 8+ processor, 12GB LPDDR5 RAM, and UFS 3.1 flash storage. Its rear camera design incorporated the “Universe Skylight” concept, along with innovative materials and an ultra-light body structure, making the device weigh as light as 239g. The device featured the industry’s first Feather Sand glass process, a new dual-rotation waterdrop hinge, and ultra-thin Type-C components. When unfolded, the thickness of the device was as thin as 5.3mm, and it was IPX8 waterproof. The phone housed a 4800mAh battery (Mate X3 Collector’s Edition had a 5060mAh battery), supported 66W fast charging, 50W wireless charging, and 7.5W wireless reverse charging.

In terms of pricing, based on the Huawei Mate X3, the 12GB+256GB version was priced at 12,999 RMB, the 12GB+512GB version at 13,999 RMB, and the 12GB+1TB Morning Gold Collector’s Edition at 15,999 RMB.

The launch of this new product quickly sparked widespread discussion among netizens. According to the official product information released, Huawei’s flagship foldable screen phone, the HUAWEI Mate X5, brings “ultra-thin and truly versatile” technological innovations in terms of appearance, screen, imaging, communication, battery life, and large-screen ecosystem. Many tech media have praised this upgrade of the HUAWEI Mate X5 as a groundbreaking product that may once again lead the industry into a new era of foldable screen flagships.

A Legacy of Excellence in the Foldable Screen Market

As the pioneer and leader in foldable screen phones, Huawei has been continuously leading foldable screen innovation since entering the market in 2019. They have released seven products within five years, each with significant technological breakthroughs and exceptional quality.

The Huawei Mate X3, released in March 2023, achieved the top spot in the domestic foldable smartphone market in the second quarter of 2023 with its innovative design featuring ultra-thin quadruple folding, Huawei’s Horizon™ technology, dual-directional BeiDou satellite messaging, IPX8 waterproofing, and super-fast wireless charging. This success helped Huawei capture a market share of up to 50% in the high-end foldable screen smartphone market priced over 10,000 RMB.

According to a report by iiMedia Research titled “2023 China Foldable Screen Smartphone Market Insights,” Huawei has maintained a market share of over 50% in the foldable screen smartphone market for three consecutive years, firmly holding the top position in the domestic foldable screen smartphone market. Furthermore, 46.2% of consumers associate Huawei as the top brand when mentioning foldable screen phones, making it the industry leader in brand recognition.

Huawei has been a significant driver in the foldable screen market. While other smartphone manufacturers may prioritize slimness, sacrificing features and user experience, or blindly adding components at the expense of weight and reliability, Huawei, as one of the earliest entrants in the foldable screen market and the only manufacturer with devices that fold both inward and outward as well as vertically, has set the industry standard. They have achieved leadership in various technological areas, including design, folding technology, performance, and user experience, offering consumers the best choice.

Building Technological Barriers from the Ground Up

As a comprehensive provider of material science and self-developed technology, Huawei has adhered to the spirit of “building technological barriers from the ground up” and continuously deepened its expertise in basic material science. This approach has allowed Huawei to establish formidable technological barriers and lead industry development.

To create a foldable screen flagship that surpasses all others, the HUAWEI Mate X5 focuses on delivering an ultra-thin experience. It achieves this by using exclusive ultra-light diamond aluminum, carbon fiber materials, the industry’s thinnest integrated Type-C components, and various self-developed innovative materials, resulting in an industry-leading lightweight design. For reliability, the device employs super-reliable Xuanwu tempered Kunlun glass for the outer screen and super-impact-resistant flexible inner screen, ensuring reliability, scratch resistance, and impact resistance both inside and out. Additionally, the HUAWEI Mate X5 is IPX8 waterproof, featuring innovative separate sealing structures that provide the strongest foldable waterproof experience in the industry, enhancing overall reliability.

Regarding the large-screen ecosystem experience, the HUAWEI Mate X5, with its upgraded HarmonyOS 4, offers users a more enjoyable, intelligent, and efficient interactive experience. Furthermore, Huawei collaborates with various partners to develop and refine industry standards for foldable screen phones. This effort includes adapting more applications to provide a seamless experience on large foldable screens. Popular apps such as Sohu, Weibo, Tencent Meeting, Daily Yoga, and iQiyi are now supported, and the device features Huawei’s adaptive UI engine. Together, these efforts create a smart, efficient, diverse, and high-quality foldable screen user experience. The accelerated development of the HarmonyOS foldable ecosystem aims to provide users with better product value and usage experiences.