Huawei announced the launch of the Mate 9 smartphone in 2016. The manufacturer is offering the Huawei Mate 9 phone with 5.9 inches display, HiSilicon Kirin 960 chipset, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage.
The Huawei Mate 9 comes with Android OS v7.0 (Nougat) out of the box, and a Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5.9 inches phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (1080 x 1920 px).
Huawei Mate 9 specifications
| Brand | Huawei |
|---|---|
| Name | Mate 9 |
| Model | MHA-L29 |
| Release date | 2016 |
Body
The weight of Huawei Mate 9 is about 6.7 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Huawei phone are average (6.18 x 3.11 x 0.31 inches).
| Weight | 6.7 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.18 x 3.11 x 0.31 inches |
| Colors | black, brown, champagne, gray, white |
| SIM type | Nano SIM |
System
The Huawei Mate 9 comes with Android OS v7.0 (Nougat) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software.
| OS version | Android OS v7.0 (Nougat) |
|---|---|
| SoC | HiSilicon Kirin 960 |
| CPU | Octa-core, Quad-core 2.4 GHz Cortex-A73, Quad-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-G71 MP8 |
Display
The size of Mate 9 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5.9 inches phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 5.9 inches IPS display of Huawei Mate 9 with 1080 x 1920 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5.9 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Huawei Mate 9 (4 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (64 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 4 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 64 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the Mate 9 is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of Mate 9 has optical image stabilization (OIS) to counteract camera shake. Optical image stabilization is a must for anyone shooting without a tripod with a long lens or in low light conditions.
| Selfie camera | 8 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 12 MP, 4032 x 3024 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization |
| Flash | Dual LED |
Connectivity
The Huawei Mate 9 supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Mate 9 comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Mate 9 phone doesn't have built-in FM radio.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | v4.2, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | yes |
| FM radio | no |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of Mate 9 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable |
|---|
Features
Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The Mate 9 phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This Huawei phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Mate 9 phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The Dual SIM capability of Huawei Mate 9 phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.
| Sensors | accelerometer, barometer, compass, fingerprint, gyroscope, hall, light, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Dual SIM, EMUI 4.1 |
The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Huawei Mate 9, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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