Huawei MediaPad M5 8
$279
Overview
Huawei MediaPad M5 8 is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 8.4-inch IPS LCD, Kirin 960 chipset, 13 main camera, and 5100 mAh battery.
Priced at $279, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Huawei MediaPad M5 8
The display of Huawei MediaPad M5 8 measures 8.4 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 2560x1600 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Huawei MediaPad M5 8 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Huawei MediaPad M5 8 has 5100mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Huawei MediaPad M5 8 is powered by the Kirin 960 chipset with Mali-G71 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1650 single-core and 5800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 170000.
The memory of Huawei MediaPad M5 8 offers 4GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM.
The connectivity of Huawei MediaPad M5 8 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of Huawei MediaPad M5 8 weighs 316.0g with Aluminum frame and Aluminum back. Dimensions measure 212.6 x 124.8 x 7.3 mm.
The software of Huawei MediaPad M5 8 runs Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8 with EMUI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei MediaPad M5 8
Huawei MediaPad M5 8 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Huawei MediaPad M5 8 with Kirin 960 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Huawei MediaPad M5 8 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Huawei MediaPad M5 8 has a 5100mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.
Huawei MediaPad M5 8 at $279 is a mid-range device offering 5100mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Huawei MediaPad M5 8 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Huawei MediaPad M5 8 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Huawei MediaPad M5 8 has a 8.4-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Huawei MediaPad M5 8 delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. The phone excels in all-day battery endurance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
8.4"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Kirin 960
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $449 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 212.6 x 124.8 x 7.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 316.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Aluminum |
| Colors | ["Space Gray", "Champagne Gold"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Tablet |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 8.4 |
| Resolution (px) | 2560x1600 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 359 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 77.1 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 960 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-G71 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 1.92 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | HiSilicon Balong |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1650 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 5800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 170000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | F2FS |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.1" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | dual-tone 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 | N/A |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | HiSilicon Hi6402 |
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/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| 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 | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 5100 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | USB Power Delivery |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | Battery Care |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App Lock |
| Accessibility | screen reader, magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, quick start guide |
| 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!