Mate 7
2014 6" metal phablet with fingerprint.
The Huawei Mate 7 is a phablet Huawei smartphone released Sep 2014, with a launch price of $650. It pairs the Kirin 925 with a 6.0" FHD display, a capable main camera and a 4,100 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 76/100 — Huawei Mate 7. Standout strengths: aluminium unibody at 6". and touch-based rear fingerprint reader. Main trade-off: emui 3 heavy.
Huawei Mate 7.
Huawei's 2014 Mate 7 launched the premium Mate phablet — aluminium + 6" + rear fingerprint + 4,100 mAh.
Read the full review- Aluminium unibody at 6".
- Touch-based rear fingerprint reader.
- 4,100 mAh battery.
- Kirin 925 in-house.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Mate 7 compares
| Mate 7 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | P40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 76 | 89 | 76 |
| Chipset | Kirin 925 | SD 8 Elite | Kirin 990 5G |
| Display | 6.0" FHD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.58" OLED 90 Hz |
| Main camera | — | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 50 MP · f/1.9 |
| Battery | 4,100 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 4,200 mAh |
| Launch price | $650 | $1,299 | €999 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Mate 7 released?
The Mate 7 was released in Sep 2014.
How much does the Mate 7 cost?
The Mate 7 launched at $650 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Mate 7 screen size and type?
The Mate 7 has a 6.0" FHD display.
What chipset does the Mate 7 use?
The Mate 7 is powered by the Kirin 925 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Mate 7 have?
The Mate 7 ships with 2/3 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Mate 7 battery capacity?
The Mate 7 has a 4,100 mAh battery.
What colours does the Mate 7 come in?
The Mate 7 is available in 3 colours: Moonlight Silver, Obsidian Black, Amber Gold.
Is the Mate 7 worth buying?
Huawei's 2014 Mate 7 launched the premium Mate phablet — aluminium + 6" + rear fingerprint + 4,100 mAh. SpecEagle gives the Mate 7 an editorial score of 76/100.
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