Compare Huawei Mate X7 vs ZTE Nubia Fold
In this technical comparison between the Huawei Mate X7 and the ZTE Nubia Fold, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 2416 x 2210 px (Main) | 2444 x 1080 px (Cover) for the Mate X7 versus 2200 x 2480 pixels (~414 ppi) for the Nubia Fold.
Choosing between these two Foldable Phones models often comes down to your budget, with prices around $2,099 (Global 16GB/512GB) and Approx. $1,150 USD.
| Specifications |
Huawei Mate X7 |
ZTE Nubia Fold |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | December 2025 | December 2025 |
| Network | ||
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM (Dual Stand-by) | Nano-SIM + eSIM (Dual SIM support) |
| Body | ||
| Dimensions | Folded: 156.8 x 73.8 x 9.5 mm | Unfolded: 156.8 x 144.2 x 4.5 mm | Unfolded: 160 x 144 x 5.4 mm; Folded: 160 x 73 x 11.1 mm |
| Weight | ~235g - 236g | 249g |
| Build materials | Aluminum frame, Vegan leather (Brocade) or Glass back, Basalt droplet hinge | Front: UTG glass (unfolded), Glass (folded); Back: Glass; Frame: Aluminum |
| Water/Dust rating | IP58 and IP59 (Resists high-pressure/high-temperature water jets) | IP54 (Dust and splash resistant) |
| Miscellaneous | 4.5mm ultra-thin unfolded state; 3-Layer Composite Ultra-Tough Screen structure | 3D-etched back glass, High-strength steel hinge |
| Display | ||
| Type | Foldable LTPO OLED, 1.07B colors (Main) | LTPO OLED (Cover) | Foldable OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz |
| Size | 8.0-inch (Main) | 6.49-inch (Cover) | 8.0 inches |
| Resolution | 2416 x 2210 px (Main) | 2444 x 1080 px (Cover) | 2200 x 2480 pixels (~414 ppi) |
| Refresh rate | 1-120Hz Adaptive (Both) | 120Hz |
| HDR support | HDR Vivid / HDR10+ | HDR10+ |
| Protection | Kunlun Glass 2 (Cover) / UTG with Non-Newtonian fluid layer (Main) | Ultra-Thin Glass (UTG) |
| Display (Cover) | 3000 nits peak brightness; 1440Hz PWM dimming | 6.50" OLED, 1172 x 2748 pixels, 120Hz |
| Various | 2500 nits peak (Main); 300Hz touch sampling rate | 1.5K resolution on cover screen; independent multitasking support |
| Platform | ||
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.0 (China) / EMUI 15.0 (Global) | Android 15, MyOS |
| Chipset | Kirin 9030 Pro (6nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| CPU | Nona-core (1x2.75 GHz, 4x2.27 GHz, 4x1.72 GHz) | Octa-core (2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M) |
| GPU | Maleoon 935 | Adreno 830 |
| Software Features | Two-way Satellite Calling/Messaging (BDS), AI Best Expression, Real-time voice translation | AI Call Assist, AI Simultaneous Interpretation, AI Writing |
| Memory | ||
| Card slot | No (Internal only) | No |
| Internal storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (UFS 4.0) | 256GB / 512GB (UFS 4.0) |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB (Up to 20GB on Collector's Edition) | 12GB (LPDDR5X) |
| Main Camera | ||
| Wide (main) | 50 MP, f/1.4–f/4.0 (10-step variable aperture), 24mm, OIS, RYYB | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS |
| Ultra-wide | 40 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚, RYYB | 50 MP, f/2.2, 120° |
| Telephoto / periscope | 50 MP, f/2.2, 81mm, 3.5x optical zoom, OIS, RYYB | Not available (uses digital zoom on main/macro) |
| Macro | - | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| OIS | Yes (Wide and Telephoto) | Yes (Main lens) |
| Video recording | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@960fps (Super Slow-mo), AIS stabilization | 8K, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie Camera | ||
| Inner selfie camera | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 20 MP, f/2.2 (Wide) |
| Cover selfie camera | 8 MP, f/2.4 | 20 MP, f/2.2 (Wide) |
| Selfie Camera features | HDR, Portrait, Rear-camera selfie mode via cover screen | HDR, AI Face Sticker |
| Selfie Camera video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, Stereo speakers |
| Stereo speakers | Yes (Huawei Histen) | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Audio features | Two-way AI Noise Cancellation | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio, DTS:X Ultra |
| Connectivity | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7, Dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 7, Tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a+B2b), GALILEO (E1+E5a+E5b), QZSS, NavIC | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Infrared | Yes | Yes |
| Radio | No | - |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, DisplayPort 1.2 | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| Features | ||
| Sensors | Side-mounted Fingerprint, Gravity, Gyro, Barometer, Color Temperature, Infrared | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass |
| Fingerprint | Side-mounted | Side-mounted |
| Stylus support | Yes | - |
| Ultra Wideband (UWB) | Yes | - |
| Special Features | Satellite Connectivity, SuperCool VC & Graphene Heat Dissipation | AI Gaming Space, FeliCa support (Japan model) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery type / capacity | 5,600mAh Silicon-Carbon | 6560mAh (Silicon-Carbon), Non-removable |
| Wired charging | 66W Huawei SuperCharge | 55W (100% in ~70 mins) |
| Wireless charging | 50W Huawei SuperCharge | - |
| Reverse charging | 5W Reverse wired | - |
| Reverse wireless charging | 7.5W Reverse wireless | - |
| Misc | ||
| Colors | Obsidian Black, Brocade White, Nebula Red, Phantom Purple, Cloud Blue | Black |
| Inside the box | 66W SuperCharger, USB-C Cable, Rotating Bracket Protective Case, Pre-applied film | - |
| Price | $2,099 (Global 16GB/512GB) | Approx. $1,150 USD |
| Full Details | Mate X7 - Full Specifications | Nubia Fold - Full Specifications |