Mate 9
A 2016 phablet with Leica dual cameras and a machine-learning launcher.
The Huawei Mate 9 is a flagship Huawei smartphone released Nov 2016, with a launch price of $700. It pairs the Kirin 960 with a 5.9" LCD 60 Hz display, a 20 MP + 12 MP Leica main camera and a 4,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 62/100 — The Leica phablet that learned your habits. Standout strengths: second-gen leica dual camera. and big 4,000 mah battery + supercharge. Main trade-off: 1080p on a 5.9" panel.
The Leica phablet that learned your habits.
Mate 9 refined Huawei's Leica dual-camera with a 20 MP mono sensor and pitched a "machine learning" launcher to fight Android slowdown. The big battery and SuperCharge were real wins; the 1080p panel and EMUI were the period costs.
Read the full review- Second-gen Leica dual camera.
- Big 4,000 mAh battery + SuperCharge.
- "Machine learning" launcher kept it smooth.
- microSD + jack.
Full specifications
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How the Mate 9 compares
| Mate 9 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | nova 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 62 | 89 | 62 |
| Chipset | Kirin 960 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 778G (recycled) |
| Display | 5.9" LCD 60 Hz | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" curved OLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 20 MP + 12 MP Leica | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 50 MP · f/1.9 |
| Battery | 4,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 4,500 mAh |
| Launch price | $700 | $1,299 | CNY 2,499 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Mate 9 released?
The Mate 9 was released in Nov 2016.
How much does the Mate 9 cost?
The Mate 9 launched at $700 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Mate 9 screen size and type?
The Mate 9 has a 5.9" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Mate 9 use?
The Mate 9 is powered by the Kirin 960 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Mate 9 have?
The Mate 9 ships with 4 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Mate 9 battery capacity?
The Mate 9 has a 4,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Mate 9 charge?
The Mate 9 supports 22.5 W SuperCharge wired charging.
What is the Mate 9 main camera?
The Mate 9 has a 20 MP + 12 MP Leica main camera.
Does the Mate 9 have a headphone jack?
The Mate 9 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Mate 9 get software updates?
The Mate 9 update policy: Ended Android 8.0.
How much does the Mate 9 weigh?
The Mate 9 weighs 190 g.
What colours does the Mate 9 come in?
The Mate 9 is available in 3 colours: Space Gray, Moonlight Silver, Champagne Gold.
Is the Mate 9 worth buying?
Mate 9 refined Huawei's Leica dual-camera with a 20 MP mono sensor and pitched a "machine learning" launcher to fight Android slowdown. The big battery and SuperCharge were real wins; the 1080p panel and EMUI were the period costs. SpecEagle gives the Mate 9 an editorial score of 62/100.
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