In the highly competitive smartphone market, Zhao Ming, CEO of HONOR Device Co., Ltd., has boldly stated that the recently launched Huawei Mate 70 series is strong but expressed confidence in Honor’s ability to outperform with its Magic 7 series. In a Weibo post, Zhao praised Huawei’s innovation while emphasizing Honor’s unique direction since becoming an independent company. He conveyed optimism about challenging Huawei in communication technology and user experience, calling for a “friendly collision” between the flagship series of both brands.
The Huawei Mate 70 series, launched with much anticipation, brings several cutting-edge features. Among the highlights are its industry-first back intelligence multi-antenna technology and the introduction of Wi-Fi 7 capabilities, setting new benchmarks in connectivity. Meanwhile, Zhao’s comments hint that the Magic 7 series will push the envelope further, sparking excitement among fans of both brands.
Huawei Mate 70 Series Key Features:
- Displays:
- Mate 70: 6.7-inch flat LTPO screen, 1-120Hz dynamic refresh rate, 1440Hz PWM dimming, 2500nits peak brightness.
- Pro/Pro+: 6.9-inch quad-curve LTPO display with the same specifications as the Mate 70.
- Unlocking and Biometrics:
- Standard model: Facial recognition and side fingerprint unlocking.
- Pro/Pro+: 3D facial recognition, facial payment, and side fingerprint unlocking.
- Battery and Charging:
- Mate 70: 5300mAh, 66W wired, 50W wireless.
- Pro: 5500mAh, 100W wired, 80W wireless.
- Pro+: 5700mAh, 100W wired, 80W wireless.
- Cameras:
- Pro/Pro+: 50MP primary (f/1.4-f/4.0 variable aperture, OIS), 48MP telephoto (4x, f/2.1, OIS), 40MP ultra-wide (f/2.2, 5cm macro).
- Performance:
- Back intelligence multi-antenna: 3dB signal strength boost, 68% faster 5G peak speeds.
Pricing:
| Model | Configuration | Price (CNY) |
| Mate 70 | 12GB+256GB | 5,499 |
| 12GB+512GB | 5,999 | |
| 12GB+1TB | 6,999 | |
| Mate 70 Pro | 12GB+256GB | 6,499 |
| 12GB+512GB | 6,999 | |
| 12GB+1TB | 7,999 | |
| Mate 70 Pro+ | 16GB+512GB | 8,499 |
| 16GB+1TB | 9,499 |
The Mate 70 series continues Huawei’s tradition of innovation, and with Honor promising a worthy competitor in the Magic 7 series, the stage is set for an exciting rivalry in 2024’s smartphone market.
