Mate Xs
Refined outward foldable with Kirin 990 5G.
The Huawei Mate Xs is a foldable Huawei smartphone released Mar 2020, with a launch price of $2700. It pairs the Kirin 990 5G with a modern display, a 40 MP + 16 MP UW + 8 MP tele + ToF, Leica main camera and a 4500 mAh, 55W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 80/100 — The Mate X, refined. Standout strengths: stronger screen layer than mate x and integrated kirin 990 5g. Main trade-off: still exposed when folded.
The Mate X, refined.
Mate Xs hardened the outward-folding screen and dropped in the integrated Kirin 990 5G chip. A better foldable than its predecessor in every way — but the Google ban and the $2700 price kept it a statement piece.
Read the full review- Stronger screen layer than Mate X
- Integrated Kirin 990 5G
- Leica quad cam with ToF
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Mate Xs compares
| Mate Xs | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Mate 60 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 80 | 89 | 80 |
| Chipset | Kirin 990 5G | SD 8 Elite | Kirin 9000S |
| Display | — | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.82" LTPO OLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 40 MP + 16 MP UW + 8 MP tele + ToF, Leica | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 50 MP · f/1.4–4.0 |
| Battery | 4500 mAh, 55W | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $2700 | $1,299 | CNY 6,999 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Mate Xs released?
The Mate Xs was released in Mar 2020.
How much does the Mate Xs cost?
The Mate Xs launched at $2700 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What chipset does the Mate Xs use?
The Mate Xs is powered by the Kirin 990 5G chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Mate Xs have?
The Mate Xs ships with 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Mate Xs battery capacity?
The Mate Xs has a 4500 mAh, 55W battery.
What is the Mate Xs main camera?
The Mate Xs has a 40 MP + 16 MP UW + 8 MP tele + ToF, Leica main camera.
Does the Mate Xs have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Mate Xs includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 8 MP 3x, OIS.
Does the Mate Xs have 5G?
The Mate Xs supports 5G (Yes, integrated).
How much does the Mate Xs weigh?
The Mate Xs weighs 300 g.
What colours does the Mate Xs come in?
The Mate Xs is available in 1 colour: Interstellar Blue.
Is the Mate Xs worth buying?
Mate Xs hardened the outward-folding screen and dropped in the integrated Kirin 990 5G chip. A better foldable than its predecessor in every way — but the Google ban and the $2700 price kept it a statement piece. SpecEagle gives the Mate Xs an editorial score of 80/100.
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