In this technical comparison between the Huawei Mate X6 and the Huawei Mate X7, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 2240 x 2440 pixels (~418 ppi) for the Mate X6 versus 2416 x 2210 px (Main) | 2444 x 1080 px (Cover) for the Mate X7.
Choosing between these two Foldable Phones models often comes down to your budget, with prices around $1,790 and $2,099 (Global 16GB/512GB).
| Specifications |
Huawei Mate X6 |
Huawei Mate X7 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | January 2025 | December 2025 |
| Network | ||
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM (dual stand-by) | Dual Nano-SIM (Dual Stand-by) |
| Body | ||
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 156.6 x 144.1 x 4.6 mm Folded: 156.6 x 73.8 x 9.9 mm | Folded: 156.8 x 73.8 x 9.5 mm | Unfolded: 156.8 x 144.2 x 4.5 mm |
| Weight | ~239g | ~235g - 236g |
| Build materials | Glass or eco-leather back, aluminum frame, basalt architecture | Aluminum frame, Vegan leather (Brocade) or Glass back, Basalt droplet hinge |
| Water/Dust rating | IPX8 (up to 2m for 30 mins) | IP58 and IP59 (Resists high-pressure/high-temperature water jets) |
| Miscellaneous | Aerospace-grade aluminum; Distributed basalt body | 4.5mm ultra-thin unfolded state; 3-Layer Composite Ultra-Tough Screen structure |
| Display | ||
| Type | Inner: Foldable LTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz | Foldable LTPO OLED, 1.07B colors (Main) | LTPO OLED (Cover) |
| Size | 7.93 inches (~91.5% screen-to-body ratio) | 8.0-inch (Main) | 6.49-inch (Cover) |
| Resolution | 2240 x 2440 pixels (~418 ppi) | 2416 x 2210 px (Main) | 2444 x 1080 px (Cover) |
| Refresh rate | 1–120Hz | 1-120Hz Adaptive (Both) |
| HDR support | HDR Vivid, 1800 nits (peak) | HDR Vivid / HDR10+ |
| Protection | Kunlun Glass 2 (Cover) | Kunlun Glass 2 (Cover) / UTG with Non-Newtonian fluid layer (Main) |
| Display (Cover) | 6.45" LTPO OLED, 1080 x 2440 px, 120Hz, 2500 nits (peak) | 3000 nits peak brightness; 1440Hz PWM dimming |
| Various | - | 2500 nits peak (Main); 300Hz touch sampling rate |
| Platform | ||
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.3 (China) / EMUI 15 (Global) | HarmonyOS 6.0 (China) / EMUI 15.0 (Global) |
| Chipset | Kirin 9020 (7 nm) | Kirin 9030 Pro (6nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.5 GHz Taishan Big & 3x2.15 GHz & 4x1.53 GHz) | Nona-core (1x2.75 GHz, 4x2.27 GHz, 4x1.72 GHz) |
| GPU | Maleoon 920 | Maleoon 935 |
| Software Features | AI Moving Picture, Satellite Calling/Messaging (BDS) | Two-way Satellite Calling/Messaging (BDS), AI Best Expression, Real-time voice translation |
| Memory | ||
| Card slot | No | No (Internal only) |
| Internal storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (UFS 4.0) | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (UFS 4.0) |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB (Up to 20GB on Collector's Edition) |
| Main Camera | ||
| Wide (main) | 50 MP, f/1.4-f/4.0 (Variable Aperture), Laser AF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.4–f/4.0 (10-step variable aperture), 24mm, OIS, RYYB |
| Ultra-wide | 40 MP, f/2.2, 120° FOV, PDAF | 40 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚, RYYB |
| Telephoto / periscope | 48 MP, f/3.0, Periscope, 4x optical zoom, OIS | 50 MP, f/2.2, 81mm, 3.5x optical zoom, OIS, RYYB |
| Macro | Special Sensor 1.5M Spectral Channels Ultra Chroma Camera | - |
| OIS | - | Yes (Wide and Telephoto) |
| Video recording | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS 110. | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@960fps (Super Slow-mo), AIS stabilization |
| Selfie Camera | ||
| Inner selfie camera | 8 MP, f/2.2 (Unfolded) | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Cover selfie camera | 8 MP, f/2.4 (Folded) | 8 MP, f/2.4 |
| Selfie Camera features | HDR, Panorama | HDR, Portrait, Rear-camera selfie mode via cover screen |
| Selfie Camera video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Sound | ||
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes (Huawei Histen) |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Audio features | Huawei Histen, Noise reduction | Two-way AI Noise Cancellation |
| Connectivity | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 7, Dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a+B2b), GALILEO (E1+E5a+E5b), QZSS, NavIC |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Infrared | Yes | Yes |
| Radio | - | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, DisplayPort 1.2 |
| Features | ||
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), Barometer, Color Spectrum | Side-mounted Fingerprint, Gravity, Gyro, Barometer, Color Temperature, Infrared |
| Fingerprint | - | Side-mounted |
| Stylus support | - | Yes |
| Ultra Wideband (UWB) | - | Yes |
| Special Features | Dual-Satellite Communication (Standard/Collector's Edition) | Satellite Connectivity, SuperCool VC & Graphene Heat Dissipation |
| Battery | ||
| Battery type / capacity | 5110 mAh (Standard) | 5,600mAh Silicon-Carbon |
| Wired charging | 66W SuperCharge | 66W Huawei SuperCharge |
| Wireless charging | 50W Wireless SuperCharge | 50W Huawei SuperCharge |
| Reverse charging | 5W Wired | 5W Reverse wired |
| Reverse wireless charging | 7.5W Wireless | 7.5W Reverse wireless |
| Misc | ||
| Colors | Nebula Red, Nebula Gray, Nebula White, Deep Sea Blue, Black | Obsidian Black, Brocade White, Nebula Red, Phantom Purple, Cloud Blue |
| Inside the box | Phone, 66W Charger, USB-C Cable, Rotating Stand Case | 66W SuperCharger, USB-C Cable, Rotating Bracket Protective Case, Pre-applied film |
| Price | $1,790 | $2,099 (Global 16GB/512GB) |
| Full Details | Mate X6 - Full Specifications | Mate X7 - Full Specifications |