Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design: Pros and Cons

Huawei announced the launch of the Mate 10 Porsche Design smartphone in 2017. The manufacturer is offering this smartphone with 6 inch AMOLED display, HiSilicon Kirin 970 SoC, and 6 GB of RAM. The Mate 10 Porsche Design series was launched with Android OS v8.0 (Oreo) pre-installed, but it is upgradable. The phone comes with a high-quality AMOLED display. The Mate 10 Porsche Design has a multi-camera setup. The lens offers versatility. It lets you capture a wide range of subjects and scenes from different perspectives. Does this phone justify its price tag? I hope to provide clarity by the conclusion of my review.

Table of Contents

• Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design specifications
• Weight, dimensions, colors
• System, chipset, performance
• Display type, size, resolution
• Memory, storage
• Cameras, flash
• Connectivity, network, wireless
• Battery type, capacity, charger
• Features, sensors, specials
• Verdict, pros and cons

This article shares our personal experiences and thoughts about using the Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design smartphone. We hope to offer helpful insights to others interested in this device. The specifications below are from the official manufacturer data, but we also consider user reviews. If you've seen any mistakes or things missing in these specifications, please let us know.

Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design specifications

Weight, dimensions, colors

The weight of Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design is about 6.28 oz with battery. This is average for smartphones of the same size. Smartphones use a Nano SIM as a small chipcard for a subscriber identity module (SIM).

System, chipset, performance

The Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design comes with Android OS v8.0 (Oreo) out of the box. The Android operating system uses the Linux kernel as its foundation. It includes a user interface, middleware, and many pre-installed applications. An advanced scheduler manages this octa-core CPU. It assigns tasks to the CPU for real-time speed and power efficiency. Many mobile devices use ARM Mali GPUs. They are well known for their good performance and power efficiency.

Display type, size, resolution

AMOLED displays enable an Always-On Display feature. A part of the screen remains active to display the time, date, and notifications. The 6 inch display should be big enough for your needs. It will make viewing comfortable. This is true whether you're reading, browsing, or watching. The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner.

Memory, storage

The Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design comes with 6 GB of RAM, which is considered to be sufficient for most users' needs. The needed RAM amount for good performance depends on factors. These include the OS, the apps, and the services you use. The Mate 10 Porsche Design has 256 GB of internal storage, which is more than enough for their needs. You can expand the internal storage (256 GB) with a compatible microSD card.

Cameras, flash

The Mate 10 Porsche Design has a multi-camera setup. It lets you adapt to different photography situations. You can achieve various perspectives and compositions. The main camera of Mate 10 Porsche Design has optical image stabilization (OIS). It counters camera shake.

Connectivity, network, wireless

Worldwide, people use 4G networks. They have become the standard for mobile networks in many countries. The phone is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. The Mate 10 Porsche Design smartphone is capable of connecting to Bluetooth devices. The GPS allows this smartphone to find their exact location. It provides accurate navigation and mapping. The Mate 10 Porsche Design has a built-in NFC chip, which allows it to support various NFC applications and services. The Mate 10 Porsche Design smartphone does not have 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Battery type, capacity, charger

The Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a light-weight, rechargeable battery. The battery of Mate 10 Porsche Design isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

Features, sensors, specials

Today, smartphones come with many sensors. They help make the user experience better. The Mate 10 Porsche Design smartphone has an accelerometer. The Mate 10 Porsche Design phone has a fingerprint scanner. The light sensor detects the level of light in the environment. Dual SIM is great for businesses. They want to give staff a device with separate numbers and bills for personal and business use. The fast charging technology comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device. Corning Gorilla Glass is a type of chemically strengthened super-glass.

Verdict, pros and cons

Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses, and this Huawei phone is no exception. As with any device, there are aspects that shine and others that fall short. By examining both sides, we can paint a complete picture of what this phone has to offer. Let's explore its standout features and areas for improvement. Remember, this is just my opinion, and yours might be different.

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I'm Lucas Bradley, the founder of the Phone42.com site. I love technology, especially smartphones, and I've been working with tech stuff for more than 20 years. This means I've seen a lot of changes and have learned a bunch about what makes a good phone. On Phone42.com, I look at all kinds of phones. They can be from big, well-known companies or new ones trying to make their mark. I want to help people understand what's new and cool in the world of smartphones, in a way that's easy to get.