Key Takeaways
1. The Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max Wind Edition has been introduced, featuring a more prominent camera module and an active fan for improved performance.
2. The fan is designed to enhance the performance of the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro and keep the cameras cool for extended video recording.
3. The Wind Edition sacrifices one of the four rear cameras to accommodate the active fan.
4. Pre-orders for the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max Wind Edition begin in China on March 21, with pricing to be confirmed.
5. The smartphone will be available with 16 GB of RAM and either 512 GB or 1 TB of storage.
While the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra is being sold worldwide, including in Europe, the Mate 80 series is still only offered in a few locations. Nevertheless, this has not stopped Huawei from introducing a fresh version of the Mate 80 Pro Max, which was first revealed last November.
Wind Edition Details
So far, Huawei has disclosed only a handful of specifics about the new Wind Edition, which is set to be available for purchase in just a few hours. When comparing it to the standard Mate 80 Pro Max, one can see that the camera module sticks out even more from the device’s body, with the lower section featuring perforations. These openings are utilized by Huawei to fit an active fan, a feature typically found in gaming smartphones.
Performance Expectations
Thanks to the fan, the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro is expected to deliver better performance during prolonged usage, but Huawei may also use the fan to keep the cameras cool, allowing for longer video recordings without interruptions. However, the Wind Edition gives up one of the four rear cameras for this fan. More information regarding the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max, which boasts an 8,000 nits bright tandem OLED display, a primary camera with a variable aperture, and secure 3D facial recognition, can be found in our launch coverage.
Pre-Order and Pricing
The Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max Wind Edition can be pre-ordered in China starting Saturday, March 21, and the pricing is expected to be confirmed by then. This smartphone will be offered with either 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage or 16 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage. For context, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max without the fan starts at 7,999 yuan ($1,160) in China.