Huawei Mate X7

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24th best phone of 2025 (~$1835)

GSMCritic Take: With its refined foldable design, expansive OLED display, and strong main camera, it delivers a premium all-round experience, though the overall weight makes it less comfortable to use over time.

8-inch

236g

9.5mm

66W

waterproof

82

Click to open full specs on GSMArena.com:
Huawei-Mate-X7

* Screen covers 89.6% of unfolded body.

Reviews  

Overall phone rating and the reviews that impact it.

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GSMCritic Score

70

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80

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Last update: 2026-04-09

Pros

Human Checked Mobile Phone Pros&Cons
Camera
Accurate Image Processing: The main camera delivers images with accurate tonal characteristics without requiring additional processing.
Color Consistency: A dedicated spectrum sensor ensures consistent color reproduction across different camera lenses.
Variable Aperture: The camera includes a variable aperture for depth-of-field control and physical light reduction during video recording.
Natural Starburst Effect: The hardware aperture produces distinct and natural starburst rendering in highlights.
Advanced Video Capabilities: Video recording offers up to 17.5 stops of dynamic range with real-time HDR blending.
Reliable Stabilization: Video stabilization performance is generally reliable.
Strong Low-Light Performance: The main camera maintains strong image quality in low-light conditions.
Main Camera for Selfies: The ability to use the primary camera for selfies or vlogging improves image quality in those scenarios.
Telephoto Macro Capability: The telephoto lens supports macro photography beyond typical digital crop implementations.
Performance
Improved Graphics: The device offers improved graphics performance compared to its predecessor.
Design
Premium Build & Materials: The device features a slim, refined foldable design with a sturdy hinge, vegan leather rear, and a luxurious, durable construction.
Hinge Stability: The sturdy hinge mechanism improves durability and enables stable angled positioning for shooting.
Water Resistance: The device includes IP58/IP59 protection, enhancing resistance to environmental exposure.
Display
High-Quality Displays: Dual OLED displays offer high brightness, HDR support, and a 120Hz refresh rate with consistent quality in both folded and unfolded states.
Large Internal Screen: The expansive inner display provides substantial workspace for editing and content review.
Minimal Crease Visibility: The foldable display has reduced crease visibility, improving immersion.
Battery
Excellent Battery Life: Battery performance ranges from solid two-day usage to nearly 20 hours of endurance.
Fast Charging: The device supports 66W fast wired charging.
Usable Wireless Charging: Wireless charging is described as genuinely usable.
Availability
Included Case: A high-quality protective case is included in the box.
Cons
Human Checked Mobile Phone Pros&Cons
Camera
Limited Camera Controls: There is no fine control over XMAGE profile intensity or noise reduction.

Telephoto Limitations: Telephoto stabilization needs improvement and may suffer motion blur due to slower shutter prioritization.

Limited Zoom Range: The zoom range prioritizes balance rather than extended reach.

Secondary Camera Weaknesses: Ultra-wide and telephoto cameras are identified as needing further improvement.

Performance
Missing Video Frame Rates: The device lacks 24 fps and 25 fps recording options.

Mid-Range Chipset: The chipset is characterized as mid-range despite the premium positioning.

Weak Benchmark Performance: Benchmark results align closer to budget-tier hardware.

Thermal Throttling: Sustained workloads lead to thermal throttling and reduced performance consistency.

Design
Noticeable Weight: The device weight becomes noticeable during extended use.

Display
Limited Multitasking: Split-screen multitasking is restricted to a fixed 50/50 layout.

Software
Camera Software Workflow: The camera app requires switching between modes for different use cases.

App Compatibility Issues: Some applications fail to function properly due to software limitations.

Outdated OS Base: The operating system is notably outdated.

Unclear Update Policy: There is no clearly defined software update roadmap.

Limited AI Features: AI functionality is described as minimal or basic.

Preinstalled Bloatware: The device includes preinstalled software that adds unnecessary bloat.

Audio
Audio Inconsistency: Audio performance is described inconsistently, ranging from mediocre to pleasant.

Connectivity
Connectivity Limitations: The device lacks 5G support and does not support 6 GHz Wi-Fi.

Other
No Google Mobile Services: The platform lacks native Google Mobile Services and relies on workarounds for Play Store access.

Rankings


ranking-point The Best Phone Of 2025: #24

ranking-point The Highest Optical Zoom Of 2025: #16

ranking-point The Largest Screen Size Of 2025: #2

ranking-point The Smallest Screen Size Of 2025: #64

ranking-point The Lightest Phone Of 2025: #66

ranking-point The Thinnest Phone Of 2025: #63

ranking-point The Fastest Charging Speed Of 2025: #35

ranking-point The Highest Screen To Body Ratio Of 2025: #34

ranking-point The Cheapest Phone Of 2025: #64