Huawei Huawei Mate RS
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Overview
Huawei Huawei Mate RS is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 6-inch OLED, Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 970 chipset, 40 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Huawei Huawei Mate RS
The display of Huawei Huawei Mate RS measures 6 inches with OLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1440 x 2880 px resolution.
The camera system of Huawei Huawei Mate RS features 2 rear cameras: 40 main, 20MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 3x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Huawei Huawei Mate RS has 4000mAh capacity with 40 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 15. A full charge takes approximately 90 min minutes.
The performance of Huawei Huawei Mate RS is powered by the Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 970 chipset with ARM Mali-G72 MP12 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 213000.
The memory of Huawei Huawei Mate RS offers 2GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses 6 GB technology. Storage is 32GB 2GB RAM.
The connectivity of Huawei Huawei Mate RS includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of Huawei Huawei Mate RS weighs 183g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP67. Dimensions measure 152.9 x 72.5 x 8.5 mm.
The software of Huawei Huawei Mate RS runs Android 9.0 (Pie). Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Huawei Mate RS
Huawei Huawei Mate RS has a 40 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Huawei Huawei Mate RS with Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 970 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Huawei Huawei Mate RS receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Huawei Huawei Mate RS supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, Huawei Huawei Mate RS has IP67 water resistance for protection against splashes and brief submersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes.
Huawei Huawei Mate RS has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Huawei Huawei Mate RS at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Huawei Huawei Mate RS supports 40 wired charging with full charge in approximately 90 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 15.
Huawei Huawei Mate RS is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Huawei Huawei Mate RS has a 6-inch OLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Huawei Huawei Mate RS 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"
Main Camera
40
Chipset
Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 970
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | n1-n41-n78 |
| 5G mmWave Bands | n260-n261 |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4-mimo |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 2CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 152.9 x 72.5 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 183 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Ruby Red", "Steel Blue"] |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Rugged Certifications | IP68 |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | graphite-sheet |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Size (inches) | 6 |
| Resolution (px) | 1440 x 2880 px |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:19 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 537 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | 100-dci-p3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | gorilla-glass-5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | 2D |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 970 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex A73 2.4 GHz + 4x Cortex A53 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G72 MP12 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 1.92 TOPS |
| ISP Features | dual-ISP |
| Modem | kirin-970-modem |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 213000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | 6 GB |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | ufs-2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | fde |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 40 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | sony-imx600 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 27mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | paf |
| Pixel Binning | 1 um |
| Ultrawide | 20MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 8MP, 3x optical zoom |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h264-hevc |
| Slow Motion | 960fps |
| Video Stabilization | ois-eis |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 23.8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.2-inch |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p-30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 3d-tof |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptx-aptx-hd-aac |
| DAC/Amp | huawei-sound-amplifier |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| 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, SpO2 |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 40 |
| Wired Standard | huawei-supercharge |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 90 min |
| Wireless Charging | 15 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | 5 |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 40w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | smart-charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie) |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | huawei-game-suite |
| Privacy Features | app-lock |
| Accessibility | huawei-accessibility |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone-charger-cable-earphones-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!