Huawei Mate S
$180
Overview
Huawei Mate S is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.5-inch OLED, Kirin 935 chipset, 13 main camera, and 2700 mAh battery.
Priced at $180, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Huawei Mate S
The display of Huawei Mate S measures 5.5 inches with OLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Huawei Mate S features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Huawei Mate S has 2700mAh capacity with 10.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Huawei Mate S is powered by the Kirin 935 chipset with Mali-T628 MP4 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 850 single-core and 3000 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 45000.
The memory of Huawei Mate S offers 3GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 3GB RAM.
The connectivity of Huawei Mate S includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Huawei Mate S weighs 156.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 149.8 x 75.3 x 7.2 mm.
The software of Huawei Mate S runs Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 with EMUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Mate S
Huawei Mate S has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Huawei Mate S with Kirin 935 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Huawei Mate S receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Huawei Mate S 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 Mate S has a 2700mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Huawei Mate S at $180 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Huawei Mate S supports 10.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Huawei Mate S is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Huawei Mate S has a 5.5-inch OLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Huawei Mate S 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
5.5"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Kirin 935
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 / TD-SCDMA - CRR-UL00 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $500 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 149.8 x 75.3 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight (g) | 156.0 |
| Build Materials | Aluminum frame, Glass back |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Luxurious Gold", "Mystic Champagne", "Titanium Grey"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | [] |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | [] |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 401 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 73.9 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | 2.5D |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 935 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz & 4x1.5 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-T628 MP4 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | dual-ISP |
| Modem | Kirin 935 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 850 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3000 |
| AnTuTu Score | 45000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 3GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | F2FS |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.6" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX278 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.2" |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | AK4376A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant) |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 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 | Heart Rate |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2700 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10.0 |
| Wired Standard | USB Power Delivery |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5V/2A |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, headset, 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!