Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
208 g |
| thickness |
6.6 mm |
| width |
81.5 mm |
| height |
165 mm |
| volume |
88.7535 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP69 |
| waterproof depth rating |
2 m |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Huawei Mate 70 Air has a slim design with a thickness of just 6.6mm and weighs 208g. It features a width of 81.5mm and a height of 165mm, providing a comfortable grip. The device is waterproof and comes with an IP69 rating, making it resistant to dust and capable of withstanding immersion in water up to 2 meters deep. Despite its protective design, it does not have a rugged build, and it is not foldable. The overall volume of the phone is 88.7535 cm³, offering a balanced form factor for everyday use.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
7" |
| pixel density |
437 ppi |
| resolution |
1320 x 2760 px |
| refresh rate |
120Hz |
| touch sampling rate |
300Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✓ |
| supports HDR10 |
✓ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Huawei Mate 70 Air features a large 7-inch OLED/AMOLED display with a resolution of 1320 x 2760 pixels, delivering sharp visuals with a pixel density of 437 ppi. The display supports HDR10 for enhanced color and contrast, though it does not support HDR10+ or Dolby Vision. It also offers a 120Hz refresh rate and a 300Hz touch sampling rate for smooth interactions. The screen is protected by branded damage-resistant glass and includes an Always-On Display feature, ensuring essential information is visible at all times. Additionally, it is a full touch screen but lacks a secondary display.
Performance:
| internal storage |
512GB |
| RAM |
16GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
HiSilicon Kirin 9020 |
| GPU name |
Maleoon 920 |
| CPU speed |
2 x 2.5 & 6 x 2.15 & 4 x 1.6 GHz |
| GPU clock speed |
840 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
2750 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
7 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
12 threads |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
44 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
6W |
The Huawei Mate 70 Air is powered by the HiSilicon Kirin 9020 chipset, coupled with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage for smooth multitasking and ample space. It features a CPU with 12 threads and a maximum clock speed of 2.5 GHz, delivering efficient performance. The GPU, Maleoon 920, operates at 840 MHz and supports DirectX 12, while the device also integrates graphics for additional efficiency. With support for 64-bit architecture and a semiconductor size of 7nm, it ensures a fast and responsive experience across applications and games.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 12 & 8 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.8 & 2.4 & 2.2f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
10.7MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✓ |
| video recording (main camera) |
2160 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
2 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
3x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✓ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2.2f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| minimum focal length |
16 mm |
| maximum focal length |
69 mm |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Huawei Mate 70 Air comes with a versatile triple-camera setup on the back, featuring 50MP, 12MP, and 8MP lenses with wide apertures of 1.8f, 2.4f, and 2.2f, respectively. The main camera supports optical zoom up to 3x and includes optical image stabilization for clearer shots. It also features phase-detection autofocus for photos, continuous autofocus during video recording, and a built-in HDR mode for enhanced contrast and colors. The 10.7MP front camera has a wide aperture of 2.2f and supports timelapse, panorama shots, and laser autofocus. Both cameras include a flash and manual controls for exposure, ISO, and white balance.
Operating system:
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
The Huawei Mate 70 Air offers a range of features aimed at enhancing user experience, including dark mode for a more comfortable viewing experience in low light, and customizable notifications to tailor alerts to your preference. It also supports split screen functionality, allowing you to multitask efficiently. The device provides privacy with camera and microphone access options, as well as a child lock for added security. Users can track the phone's position and use voice commands for hands-free control. It also supports widgets, sharing intents, and a multi-user system, though it does not receive direct OS updates or support using the phone as a PC.
Battery:
| battery power |
6500 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
66W |
| has reverse wireless charging |
✕ |
| comes with a charger |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The Huawei Mate 70 Air is equipped with a large 6500 mAh battery, offering reliable power for extended use. It supports fast charging at a speed of 66W, ensuring rapid recharge times. The battery is rechargeable, and a charger is included in the box. The device also provides a battery level indicator to keep track of power. However, it does not support wireless charging or reverse wireless charging, and the battery is not removable.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✓ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
The device features stereo speakers for an enhanced audio experience, but it does not include a 3.5mm audio jack or support for advanced Bluetooth audio technologies like aptX, LDAC, or aptX HD. Additionally, there is no radio functionality available on the device.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
November 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.2 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✓ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✓ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✓ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device supports 5G connectivity and features advanced Wi-Fi capabilities, including Wi-Fi 4, 5, 6, and 7, ensuring fast and reliable connections. It comes equipped with Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and a USB Type-C port for versatile data transfer and connectivity options. The device also includes useful features like a fingerprint scanner, GPS, compass, and a satellite SOS for emergency situations, though it does not support external memory, HDMI output, or facial recognition.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device features a video light for enhanced lighting during video recording, but it does not include a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display, making it more straightforward in its design and functionality.