Huawei Mate 70 Pro Plus

Name: Huawei Mate 70 Pro Plus
Brand: Huawei
SKU: 85831

Manufacturer: Huawei

The Huawei Mate 70 Pro Plus is a large-format smartphone built around a 6.9″ OLED/AMOLED panel that runs at a 120Hz refresh rate with a touch sampling rate of 300Hz, delivering a responsive and fluid experience. The device measures 164.6 mm tall and 8.3 mm thick, weighing 226 g, and carries an IP68 ingress protection rating, making it fully waterproof for everyday use.

Under the hood, the Mate 70 Pro Plus is powered by the HiSilicon Kirin 9020 chipset built on a 7 nm process, paired with 16 GB of RAM running at 2750 MHz and 1024 GB of internal storage. Its triple rear camera system combines 50 MP, 12 MP, and 48 MP sensors with optical image stabilization, laser autofocus, and 5x optical zoom, while the 5700 mAh battery supports 100W wired fast charging, 80W wireless charging, and 20W reverse wireless charging.

Pros

The IP68 rating means the device is fully waterproof, offering reliable protection against water ingress in daily use
A 5700 mAh battery paired with 100W wired and 80W wireless charging covers both endurance and rapid top-ups
The triple rear camera system includes optical image stabilization, laser autofocus, 5x optical zoom, and RAW capture, giving photographers a wide range of shooting control
Wi-Fi 7 support ensures the device is ready for the latest wireless networking standards
Emergency SOS via satellite adds a safety layer that works outside standard cellular coverage
Reverse wireless charging at 20W allows the device to charge other compatible accessories or devices without cables

Cons

No 3.5 mm headphone jack limits wired audio options to USB-C or wireless solutions
The absence of a 3.5 mm socket is compounded by the lack of aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, and LDAC, leaving Bluetooth audio without high-resolution codec support
Direct OS updates from the vendor are not available, which may affect long-term software support
No external memory slot means storage is limited to the built-in 1024 GB with no option to expand
Crash detection is absent, removing an automatic safety feature that can alert emergency services after an accident

Who is this for?

This device suits users who need a capable camera phone with serious manual controls, as the triple rear camera system with optical image stabilization, laser autofocus, and 5x optical zoom along with RAW capture and full manual settings covers a wide range of photography scenarios. The 5700 mAh battery with 100W wired and 80W wireless charging makes it a strong fit for heavy daily users who cannot afford frequent charging interruptions. Its IP68 waterproof rating and satellite SOS capability also make it well suited to outdoor and travel-oriented users who regularly encounter unpredictable environments, while the 1024 GB of internal storage and 16 GB of RAM will appeal to those who store large volumes of media or run demanding workloads on their device.

Who is this NOT for?

Users who rely on wired audio will find this device limiting, as there is no 3.5 mm headphone jack, and those who prefer wireless audio quality will be further restricted by the absence of aptX, LDAC, and all related high-resolution Bluetooth codecs. The lack of direct OS vendor updates may be a concern for users who prioritize long-term software support and timely security patches. Additionally, users who depend on crash detection as a passive safety feature will not find it here, and those who need expandable storage through an external memory card will be constrained by the fixed internal capacity with no option to add more.

Design:

water resistance	Waterproof
weight	226 g
thickness	8.3 mm
width	79.5 mm
height	164.6 mm
volume	108.61131 cm³
Ingress Protection (IP) rating	IP68
has a rugged build	✕
can be folded	✕

The Huawei Mate 70 Pro Plus has a non-folding, standard-form design measuring 164.6 mm in height, 79.5 mm in width, and 8.3 mm in thickness, with a total volume of 108.61131 cm³ and a weight of 226 g. It carries an IP68 ingress protection rating, classifying it as waterproof, though it does not feature a rugged build.

Display:

Display type	OLED/AMOLED
screen size	6.9"
pixel density	453 ppi
resolution	1316 x 2832 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 Pro Plus features a touchscreen OLED/AMOLED display measuring 6.9″ with a resolution of 1316 x 2832 px and a pixel density of 453 ppi. It supports a 120Hz refresh rate paired with a 300Hz touch sampling rate for smooth and responsive input. The display does not include branded damage-resistant glass, Always-On Display functionality, a secondary screen, or support for HDR10, HDR10+, or Dolby Vision.

Performance:

internal storage	1024GB
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 Pro Plus is driven by the HiSilicon Kirin 9020 chipset, built on a 7 nm process with a 12-thread CPU configuration using big.LITTLE technology across three clock clusters running at 2 x 2.5, 6 x 2.15, and 4 x 1.6 GHz, and a thermal design power of 6W. It includes 16 GB of RAM at 2750 MHz with a maximum memory bandwidth of 44 GB/s, alongside 1024 GB of internal storage. Graphics are handled by the integrated Maleoon 920 GPU clocked at 840 MHz, supporting DirectX 12, OpenGL ES 3.2, and OpenCL 2, while the SoC also integrates LTE and 64-bit computing support.

Cameras:

megapixels (main camera)	50 & 12 & 48 MP
wide aperture (main camera)	1.4 & 2.1 & 2.2f
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera	✓
megapixels (front camera)	13MP
has built-in optical image stabilization	✓
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	5x
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)	2.4f
Has timelapse function	✓
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 Pro Plus features a multi-lens rear camera system with three sensors at 50 MP (f/1.4), 12 MP (f/2.1), and 48 MP (f/2.2), backed by a CMOS sensor, optical image stabilization, and 5x optical zoom. Autofocus options include laser, phase-detection, touch, and continuous autofocus during video recording, while the dual-tone LED flash provides two LEDs for stills and video lighting. Manual controls cover exposure, ISO, focus, white balance, and shutter speed, and the camera also supports RAW capture, HDR mode, burst mode, slow-motion video, panorama, and timelapse, though 360-degree panorama, HDR10 recording, Dolby Vision recording, and 3D photo or video capabilities are not available. The 13 MP front camera has an aperture of f/2.4 and sits in a standard position above the display; it is a single-lens unit without a front-facing flash, and does not support under-display placement.

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 operating system on the Huawei Mate 70 Pro Plus includes a broad set of user-facing features, such as dark mode, customizable notifications, widgets, voice commands, sharing intents, split-screen multitasking, and a child lock. It also supports multi-user accounts, camera and microphone privacy controls, battery health monitoring, and device position tracking. Direct OS updates from the vendor are not available, and the device cannot be used as a PC.

Battery:

battery power	5700 mAh
has wireless charging	✓
Supports fast charging	✓
charging speed	100W
wireless charging speed	80W
has reverse wireless charging	✓
reverse wireless charging speed	20W
comes with a charger	✓
has a removable battery	✕
has a battery level indicator	✓
has a rechargeable battery	✓

The Huawei Mate 70 Pro Plus is equipped with a non-removable rechargeable 5700 mAh battery that supports fast wired charging at 100W, with a charger included in the box. Wireless charging is also supported at 80W, and the device can reverse wirelessly charge other devices at 20W. A battery level indicator is present, giving users a clear read of remaining charge at all times.

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 Huawei Mate 70 Pro Plus includes stereo speakers but omits a 3.5 mm headphone jack and does not feature a built-in radio. On the wireless audio side, it lacks support for aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, and LDAC, meaning high-resolution and codec-enhanced Bluetooth audio transmission options are not available on this device.

Connectivity & Features:

has 5G support	✓
Wi-Fi version	Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
SIM cards	2 SIM
Bluetooth version	5.2
has an external memory slot	✕
Has USB Type-C	✓
USB version	3.1
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	✕

The Huawei Mate 70 Pro Plus supports 5G cellular connectivity and accommodates two SIM cards, while Wi-Fi coverage spans Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), and Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be). Bluetooth 5.2 and NFC are both present, and the device connects via USB Type-C with USB 3.1. Security and authentication are handled through a fingerprint scanner and 3D facial recognition, and the device also includes emergency SOS via satellite. The sensor suite covers GPS, Galileo, gyroscope, accelerometer, compass, barometer, and an infrared sensor, while motion tracking, optical tracking, ANT+, a heart rate monitor, an iris scanner, DLNA certification, HDMI output, a built-in projector, and a stylus are all absent. There is no external memory slot.

Miscellaneous:

has a video light	✓
Has sapphire glass display	✕
Has a curved display	✕
Has an e-paper display	✕

The Huawei Mate 70 Pro Plus includes a video light for illumination during video recording, while its display is flat rather than curved and uses neither sapphire glass nor an e-paper panel.

Final Verdict

The Huawei Mate 70 Pro Plus is a feature-dense smartphone that covers a broad range of user needs through its combination of a large 6.9″ OLED display, a versatile triple rear camera system with extensive manual controls, and a robust battery setup that supports fast wired, wireless, and reverse wireless charging. Its IP68 waterproof rating paired with satellite SOS gives it a practical edge for users who spend time in demanding or unpredictable environments. That said, the absence of a headphone jack, high-resolution Bluetooth codec support, and direct OS vendor updates are real trade-offs that users should weigh carefully. On balance, the Mate 70 Pro Plus is a well-specified device aimed at power users and photography enthusiasts who value hardware capability and field reliability above all else.