The Huawei Mate X7 is Huawei’s latest premium foldable smartphone, positioned as a top contender in the flagship foldable segment. It brings major upgrades in display technology, imaging, performance, and durability — and showcases how Huawei continues to push foldables forward, especially in markets where Google services and Android limitations aren’t a concern. Gadgets 360+1

💡 Key Specs at a Glance

  • Display:
    • Inner: 8.0″ OLED, 2416×2210, 120 Hz, 2500 nits peak brightness
    • Outer: 6.49″ OLED, 2444×1080, 120 Hz, 3000 nits peak brightness
  • Processor: Kirin 9030 Pro
  • RAM: Up to 20 GB
  • Storage: Up to 1 TB
  • Cameras: Triple rear (50 MP main, 40 MP ultra-wide, 50 MP telephoto)
  • Front cameras: 8 MP inner + 8 MP outer
  • Battery: ~5525–5600 mAh with fast wired & wireless charging
  • OS: HarmonyOS 6 (custom Huawei OS)
  • Durability: IP58/IP59 dust & water resistance
  • Charging: 66 W wired, 50 W wireless
  • Weight: ~235–236 g
  • Folded thickness: ~9.5 mm
  • Unfolded thickness: ~4.5 mm Gadgets 360+1

📱 Display – Best-In-Class Foldable Panels

The Mate X7’s most standout feature is its dual display setup:

  • 8″ inner foldable panel with bright HDR viewing and adaptive 1–120 Hz refresh rate — excellent for multitasking, gaming, and media.
  • 6.49″ outer cover screen that feels like a premium regular smartphone display with up to 3000 nits brightness, making it one of the most visible screens outdoors under direct sun.
    Both panels use LTPO adaptive refresh and ultra-smooth touch sampling, delivering fluid scrolling and low power use. Gizmochina

Display Experience

✔ Very high brightness — great outdoors
✔ Smooth adaptive refresh for animations
✔ Excellent color accuracy and contrast
✔ Large inner display makes it feel almost like a tablet

Verdict: One of the best foldable screens you can get in 2025.

🔋 Battery Life & Charging

Huawei equips the Mate X7 with a very generous battery (~5525–5600 mAh), supporting:

  • 66 W wired fast charging
  • 50 W wireless charging
  • Reverse wireless charging (charge accessories from the phone)
    Official sources also mention special power-saving standby modes for extended use during outdoor exploration. Tech in Deep

Real-World Usage

You can expect:
✔ Full day of heavy use
✔ Multi-tasking between multiple apps without hiccups
✔ Extended charge time during travel or heavy screen use

📸 Cameras – Triple Flagship Setup

Huawei continues its strong imaging focus with the Mate X7:

Rear Cameras

  • 50 MP main lens with a variable aperture and optical image stabilization — great in both bright and low light
  • 40 MP ultra-wide lens
  • 50 MP telephoto macro with 3.5× optical zoom and up to 100× digital zoom

Huawei also includes professional imaging tools with raw capture, HDR video, and advanced shooting modes. Front cameras on both screens (8 MP each) support good video and selfie flexibility. Gizmochina

Photo Quality: Flagship-level results with strong detail and dynamic range.

⚙️ Performance & Software

Powered by Huawei’s Kirin 9030 Pro, the Mate X7 delivers:

  • Smooth performance for multitasking and demanding tasks
  • High-end AI processing (especially within HarmonyOS features)
  • Good thermal management and sustained performance under load

It runs HarmonyOS 6 — Huawei’s proprietary OS independent of Android. The system is optimized for foldables with:

  • Advanced multitasking
  • Split-screen and floating windows
  • AI-assisted workflows and note-taking
  • Dynamic reading and app-adapted layouts for large screen mode Gizmochina+1

Note: Lack of Google Mobile Services may impact app availability in some regions.

🛡️ Durability & Build

Mate X7 uses a reinforced folding architecture with a multi-layer protective design and high-strength hinge — built to withstand repeated folds while staying slim when opened. Both displays feature high-grade glass and the phone carries IP58 + IP59 ratings for dust and water resistance. Gizmochina+1

📡 Connectivity & Extras

Huawei packs the Mate X7 with modern connectivity:

  • Wi-Fi 7
  • Bluetooth 6.0
  • NFC
  • USB-C 3.1
  • Full-band GNSS (Galileo, NavIC, QZSS, etc.)

Certain editions also support satellite communication – Beidou messaging or Tiantong calling. Stylus support (M-Pen 3) is included in Collector’s Edition variants. Gizmochina

💰 Price & Availability

The Mate X7 launched first in China and is also available in markets like Europe:

  • Starts around ~CNY 12,999 (~€2,099 / ~$1,830) for 12GB/256GB
  • Higher tiers with 16GB/1TB can exceed CNY 15,999 (~$2,250+)
    Collector’s Editions with extra RAM/storage cost more and include stylus accessories. Gizmochina+1

This positions it firmly in the ultra-premium foldable segment, competing with products like Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold lineup.

👍 Pros

✔ Beautiful and bright dual displays
✔ Very strong camera hardware
✔ Excellent performance and multitasking
✔ Hugely improved battery capacity and charging
✔ Durable build with robust hinge and water resistance
✔ Advanced OS features optimized for large screens

👎 Cons

❌ Expensive — premium tier pricing
❌ No Google services support in many regions
❌ Software ecosystem may feel limited outside China
❌ Large size may not suit everyone

📊 Final Verdict

Huawei Mate X7 is one of the most polished foldable smartphones of 2025 — delivering top-tier displays, flagship cameras, strong performance, and excellent durability. Its biggest drawbacks are price and software ecosystem limitations, but for users comfortable with HarmonyOS or in regions where Google services aren’t required, it’s a worthy flagship foldable rival. Gizmochina