If smartphones had family reunions, the Huawei Mate 70 Series would be the flashy relative everyone wants to talk to. From the base Mate 70 to the luxurious Mate 70 RS, Huawei isn’t just setting the bar—it’s bending it into new shapes. With ≈ 5.0, cutting-edge cameras, satellite connectivity, and enough premium touches to make luxury car makers jealous, this series offers something for everyone—well, everyone who can afford it.
Mate 70: The “Affordable” Entry (By Flagship Standards)
The Mate 70 is no slouch, starting with a 6.7-inch OLED display boasting FHD+ resolution (2688 x 1216) and an adaptive 1-120Hz refresh rate. Protected by second-gen Kunlun Glass, it’s durable enough for butter-fingered owners. Powering this beauty is HarmonyOS 5.0, and it comes with 12GB RAM paired with 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB storage options.
On the camera front, you get:
- 50MP Ultra Aperture main lens with variable apertures (f/1.4–f/4.0) and OIS for sharpness.
- 40MP ultra-wide lens for group shots or dramatic landscapes.
- 12MP periscope telephoto lens with 5.5x optical zoom and up to 50x digital zoom.
With a 5300mAh battery and 66W wired / 50W wireless fast charging, it balances performance and practicality.
Mate 70 Pro: More Screen, More Power, More Flex
The Mate 70 Pro ups the ante with a 6.9-inch OLED display (2832 x 1316), delivering richer detail and smoother scrolling thanks to its 1440Hz PWM dimming. It also gets bumped to 100W wired and 80W wireless fast charging, alongside a 5500mAh battery.
Its upgraded cameras include:
- A 50MP Ultra Lighting main camera (RYYB sensor, variable aperture).
- 40MP ultra-wide camera (RYYB sensor for improved low-light shots).
- 48MP telephoto macro lens with up to 100x digital zoom.
Expect AI-powered magic like AI Air Transfer and AI Dynamic Photos, which turn your tech into something you’d expect in a sci-fi blockbuster.
Mate 70 Pro+: Titanium Prestige
The Mate 70 Pro+ combines the best features of the Pro but adds a titanium frame for enhanced durability and luxury appeal. Its 5700mAh battery supports 100W wired and 80W wireless charging, making battery anxiety a thing of the past.
The Pro+ also steps up the camera game with better image sensors and AI Master Photography for pro-grade results. For those who push limits, this one’s your go-to.
Mate 70 RS: Huawei’s Haute Couture Phone
For fans of luxury and exclusivity, Huawei offers the Mate 70 RS, inspired by Porsche’s RS performance division. Its luxury ceramic design, paired with a bold rear camera layout, screams sophistication. Under the hood, it mirrors the Pro+ specs but with a design that screams, “I paid more than you did.” (like 6,500 yuan more!) This is the second Mate RS without Porsche, by the way, and it is looking great with or without Porsche.
Satellite Paging Across the Board
Satellite connectivity continues to shine. Huawei introduces satellite paging that works even when your phone’s out of traditional range. With no awkward positioning needed to “find” a signal, the phone keeps you connected when it matters most—whether you’re in a remote area or, you know, just trying to impress people at a dinner party.
Prices and Availability
The Mate 70 Series starts at 5,499 yuan [CH] (US$760) for the Mate 70, climbing up depending on storage and model. The Mate 70 RS, being the crown jewel, demands a premium, and you’ll know when you see it—it’s a luxury you wear more than use.
And Oh, It Can Do This:
Images: Huawei [CH].
