Huawei Ascend Mate
$150
Overview
Huawei Ascend Mate is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 6.1-inch IPS, Snapdragon 616 chipset, 8 main camera, and 4050 mAh battery.
Priced at $150, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Huawei Ascend Mate
The display of Huawei Ascend Mate measures 6.1 inches with IPS technology. Peak brightness reaches 350 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Huawei Ascend Mate features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Huawei Ascend Mate has 4050mAh capacity with 10.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Huawei Ascend Mate is powered by the Snapdragon 616 chipset with Vivante GC4000 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 25000.
The memory of Huawei Ascend Mate offers 2GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 8GB 2GB RAM.
The connectivity of Huawei Ascend Mate includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Huawei Ascend Mate weighs 198.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 163.5 x 85.7 x 9.9 mm.
The software of Huawei Ascend Mate runs Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), EMUI 1.5 with EMUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Ascend Mate
Huawei Ascend Mate has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Huawei Ascend Mate with Snapdragon 616 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Huawei Ascend Mate receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Huawei Ascend Mate supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Huawei Ascend Mate has a 4050mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Huawei Ascend Mate at $150 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Huawei Ascend Mate supports 10.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Huawei Ascend Mate is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Huawei Ascend Mate has a 6.1-inch IPS with 60Hz refresh rate and 350 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Huawei Ascend Mate delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.1"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Snapdragon 616
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Single SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2013 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $350 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 163.5 x 85.7 x 9.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 198.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Crystal Black", "Pure White"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0mm |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Size (inches) | 6.1 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 441 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 73.2 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 350 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), EMUI 1.5 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 616 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A9 |
| GPU | Vivante GC4000 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 25000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, up to 64 GB (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | software |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.2 inches |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX219 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 1 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4 inches |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, MP3 |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4050 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10.0 |
| Wired Standard | 10W |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), EMUI 1.5 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!