Mate 10
The Kirin 970 phablet that put a dedicated NPU into a phone first.
The Huawei Mate 10 is a flagship Huawei smartphone released Oct 2017, with a launch price of $770. It pairs the Kirin 970 with a 5.9" LCD 60 Hz display, a 12 MP + 20 MP Leica main camera and a 4,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 64/100 — The first phone with a dedicated NPU. Standout strengths: kirin 970 — first phone npu. and f/1.6 leica dual camera. Main trade-off: ip53 splash only.
The first phone with a dedicated NPU.
Mate 10 introduced the Kirin 970 with an on-chip neural processing unit — a first that foreshadowed the on-device AI era. The Leica camera and big battery were strong; EMUI and bezels dated it. A technically pivotal Huawei.
Read the full review- Kirin 970 — first phone NPU.
- f/1.6 Leica dual camera.
- QHD display.
- microSD + jack.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Mate 10 compares
| Mate 10 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | P10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 64 | 89 | 64 |
| Chipset | Kirin 970 | SD 8 Elite | Kirin 960 |
| Display | 5.9" LCD 60 Hz | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 5.1" LCD 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 12 MP + 20 MP Leica | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 20 MP mono + 12 MP |
| Battery | 4,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 3,200 mAh |
| Launch price | $770 | $1,299 | €649 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Mate 10 released?
The Mate 10 was released in Oct 2017.
How much does the Mate 10 cost?
The Mate 10 launched at $770 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Mate 10 screen size and type?
The Mate 10 has a 5.9" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Mate 10 use?
The Mate 10 is powered by the Kirin 970 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Mate 10 have?
The Mate 10 ships with 4 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Mate 10 battery capacity?
The Mate 10 has a 4,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Mate 10 charge?
The Mate 10 supports 22.5 W SuperCharge wired charging.
What is the Mate 10 main camera?
The Mate 10 has a 12 MP + 20 MP Leica main camera.
Does the Mate 10 have a headphone jack?
The Mate 10 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Mate 10 get software updates?
The Mate 10 update policy: Ended Android 9.0.
How much does the Mate 10 weigh?
The Mate 10 weighs 186 g.
What colours does the Mate 10 come in?
The Mate 10 is available in 4 colours: Mocha Brown, Black, Champagne Gold, Pink Gold.
Is the Mate 10 worth buying?
Mate 10 introduced the Kirin 970 with an on-chip neural processing unit — a first that foreshadowed the on-device AI era. The Leica camera and big battery were strong; EMUI and bezels dated it. A technically pivotal Huawei. SpecEagle gives the Mate 10 an editorial score of 64/100.
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