Huawei Ascend Mate7
$180
Overview
Huawei Ascend Mate7 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 6-inch IPS LCD, Kirin 925 chipset, 13 main camera, and 4100 mAh battery.
Priced at $180, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Huawei Ascend Mate7
The display of Huawei Ascend Mate7 measures 6 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Huawei Ascend Mate7 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Huawei Ascend Mate7 has 4100mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Huawei Ascend Mate7 is powered by the Kirin 925 chipset with Mali-T628MP4 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 850 single-core and 2800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 45000.
The memory of Huawei Ascend Mate7 offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM.
The connectivity of Huawei Ascend Mate7 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Huawei Ascend Mate7 weighs 185.0g with Aluminum frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 157 x 81 x 7.9 mm.
The software of Huawei Ascend Mate7 runs Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 with EMUI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Ascend Mate7
Huawei Ascend Mate7 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Huawei Ascend Mate7 with Kirin 925 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Huawei Ascend Mate7 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Huawei Ascend Mate7 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 Mate7 has a 4100mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Huawei Ascend Mate7 at $180 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Huawei Ascend Mate7 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Huawei Ascend Mate7 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Huawei Ascend Mate7 has a 6-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Huawei Ascend Mate7 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
13
Chipset
Kirin 925
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 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 | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2014 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $500 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 157 x 81 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 185.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Space Gray", "Champagne Gold"] |
| 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 | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 6 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 8:5 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 280 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 77.6 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 925 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A15 & 4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A7) |
| GPU | Mali-T628MP4 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Kirin 925 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 850 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 45000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX214 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| 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, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5" |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers) |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Front-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 | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4100 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 |
| Update Window | 2 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 | Phone, Charger, USB 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!