Huawei Mate 50 Pro

Released September 2022

Ultra-Premium (>$800)
Huawei Mate 50 Pro

Summary


Pros

  • High quality photos in all typical situations with truly outstanding performance in low light
  • Innovative variable aperture system that is great for taking group portraits and low-light images
  • Great image quality from ultra-wide camera
  • Excellent zoom capabilities, with images containing a high level of detail at all distances
  • High-quality video indoors and outdoors
  • Very consistent still image performance for the front camera, including exposure, focus, noise and flash
  • Excellent display color rendering in every lighting condition
  • Good sound signature in playback, with an overall satisfying audio performance
  • Very efficient background noise reduction in audio recordings
  • Audio Zoom capabilities
  • Excellent charging experience in both wired and wireless

Cons

  • Shutter lag in challenging conditions, increasing the chances of missing the desired moment
  • Lack of accurate image preview compared with final capture
  • Lack of 5G connectivity at this price point
  • Low-light performance in front-camera images
  • Lack of screen brightness in outdoor conditions
  • Significant audio quality deterioration at maximum volume
  • Poor autonomy, with just over a day and a half when used moderately
  • Poor efficiency because of a high discharge current

Scores


149
camera
2023
Overall Camera Score i
149
45
Xiaomi Redmi A3
BEST 163

Sub-scores

Photo i
152
50
Xiaomi Redmi 12C
BEST 169
Bokeh i
80
20
Xiaomi Redmi 12C
BEST 85
Preview i
63
34
Fairphone 4
BEST 93
Zoom i
148
15
Oppo A77 5G
BEST 169
Top score
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Video i
141
31
Samsung Galaxy A22 5G
BEST 159

Use Cases

BEST 154

Friends & Family

Portrait and group photos and videos

BEST 138

Lowlight

Photos and videos in lowlight conditions

Specifications


162.1 x 75.5 x 8.5mm

Dimensions

4G
Dual SIM

Network

Water resistant
IP68

Protection

Wireless

Charging

256/512 GB

Storage

Wide, Ultra-Wide, Tele

Main camera
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