Key Takeaways
1. The Mate X7 competes with devices like Honor Magic V5, Oppo Find N5, and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, focusing on camera quality over slimness.
2. It features larger LTPO OLED displays, measuring 6.49 inches (cover) and 8 inches (foldable), with variable refresh rates from 1 to 120 Hz.
3. The camera setup includes a 50 MP main camera with variable aperture, a 40 MP ultra-wide camera, and two 8 MP selfie cameras, plus a new 50 MP telephoto macro camera.
4. Powered by a 5 nm Kirin 9030 Pro chipset, the Mate X7 has a 5,525 mAh battery (5,600 mAh for the Collector’s Edition) with fast charging capabilities.
5. Pricing starts at CNY 12,999 (approximately $1,835), with various RAM and storage options, but international availability details are not yet announced.
The Mate X7 has officially launched, stepping into the ring against competitors like the Honor Magic V5, Oppo Find N5, and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (currently priced at $1,599 on Amazon). Unlike its rivals, Huawei chose not to prioritize being thin and light. Instead, the new foldable is a bit thicker and heavier to house nearly the same camera technology as the Mate 80 Pro.
Dimensions and Display
In terms of size, the Mate X7 measures 156.8 x 73.8 mm x 9.5 mm when closed and 156.8 x 144.2 mm x 4.5 mm when open. Its overall dimensions are quite similar to the Mate X6, weighing just 4 g less. However, the newer model comes with larger cover and foldable screens, measuring 6.49 inches and 8 inches, respectively. Both screens are LTPO OLED with refresh rates that can vary from 1 to 120 Hz.
Camera Features
The Mate X7 brings back a 50 MP main camera that includes optical image stabilization (OIS) and has a physical variable aperture ranging from f/1.4 to f/4.0. The 40 MP ultra-wide lens with an f/2.2 aperture is also present, along with 8 MP selfie cameras for the internal and external displays, having f/2.2 and f/2.4 apertures. Notably, the Mate X7 Collector’s Edition features a unique f/1.49-f/4.0 variable aperture on its primary camera. Furthermore, both versions come equipped with a new 50 MP telephoto macro camera with OIS and an f/2.2 aperture.
Performance and Pricing
The device is driven by a 5 nm Kirin 9030 Pro chipset and has a battery capacity of 5,525 mAh, or 5,600 mAh for the Collector’s Edition. Both models support 50 W wireless and 66 W wired charging. The starting price for the Mate X7 is CNY 12,999 (~$1,835) for the variant with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, increasing to CNY 13,999 (~$1,975) for the 512 GB model. For those interested in the Collector’s Edition, there are options for 16 GB and 20 GB RAM, with the latter priced at CNY 17,599 (~$2,484). Huawei has yet to announce details regarding international availability.
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