Mate 60
Kirin 9000S 5G comeback flagship with satellite calling.
The Huawei Mate 60 is a flagship Huawei smartphone released Aug 2023, with a launch price of $880. It pairs the Kirin 9000S with a 6.69" FHD+ OLED 120Hz display, a 50 MP OIS + 12 MP UW + 12 MP 5x periscope main camera and a 4750 mAh, 66W + 50W wireless battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 83/100 — Huawei's 5G comeback. Standout strengths: kirin 9000s marks huawei's domestic 5g return and world-first satellite voice calling. Main trade-off: no google services.
Huawei's 5G comeback.
Mate 60 quietly went on sale and triggered an industry earthquake — the Kirin 9000S inside marked Huawei's return to home-grown 5G silicon despite US sanctions. Add the world's first satellite voice calling and a 5x periscope, and it was the most consequential phone of 2023.
Read the full review- Kirin 9000S marks Huawei's domestic 5G return
- World-first satellite voice calling
- 5x periscope + variable aperture
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Mate 60 compares
| Mate 60 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Pura 70 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 83 | 89 | 82 |
| Chipset | Kirin 9000S | SD 8 Elite | Kirin 9010 |
| Display | 6.69" FHD+ OLED 120Hz | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP OIS + 12 MP UW + 12 MP 5x periscope | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 50 MP 1″ pop-out · f/1.6–4.0 |
| Battery | 4750 mAh, 66W + 50W wireless | 5,000 mAh | 5,200 mAh |
| Launch price | $880 | $1,299 | CNY 9,999 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Mate 60 released?
The Mate 60 was released in Aug 2023.
How much does the Mate 60 cost?
The Mate 60 launched at $880 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Mate 60 screen size and type?
The Mate 60 has a 6.69" FHD+ OLED 120Hz display.
What chipset does the Mate 60 use?
The Mate 60 is powered by the Kirin 9000S chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Mate 60 have?
The Mate 60 ships with 12 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Mate 60 battery capacity?
The Mate 60 has a 4750 mAh, 66W + 50W wireless battery.
What is the Mate 60 main camera?
The Mate 60 has a 50 MP OIS + 12 MP UW + 12 MP 5x periscope main camera.
Does the Mate 60 have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Mate 60 includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 12 MP 5x, OIS.
Does the Mate 60 have 5G?
The Mate 60 supports 5G (Yes — Kirin 9000S 5G return).
Is the Mate 60 waterproof?
The Mate 60 is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the Mate 60 weigh?
The Mate 60 weighs 209 g.
What colours does the Mate 60 come in?
The Mate 60 is available in 4 colours: Black, White, Green, Purple.
Is the Mate 60 worth buying?
Mate 60 quietly went on sale and triggered an industry earthquake — the Kirin 9000S inside marked Huawei's return to home-grown 5G silicon despite US sanctions. Add the world's first satellite voice calling and a 5x periscope, and it was the most consequential phone of 2023. SpecEagle gives the Mate 60 an editorial score of 83/100.
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