The wait is over and, to the joy of mobile phone enthusiasts, Huawei has decided not to save its best card only for China. Today, December 11, 2025the company has made official the global launch of the Huawei Matea device that not only seeks to compete in the folding segment, but also to lead it with an iron fist. After months of rumors and leaks, we finally have among us the successor of a saga that has managed to refine the concept of “book mobile” to surprising levels of engineering.
What stands out the most as soon as you see it is its construction. Huawei has managed to reduce the thickness to incredible 4.5mm when deployedmaking it one of the world's finest devices in its category. But it's not just about aesthetics; The firm has hit the table by integrating the new processor Kirin 9030 Prodemonstrating that its semiconductor development capacity is still alive and well, ready to take on the alternatives from Qualcomm and MediaTek in the field of raw performance.
IP59 resistance and a screen that makes you fall in love
One of the historical weak points of folding phones has always been their fragility, but the Mate X7 arrives to change that narrative. This terminal boasts a certification IP59ensuring superior protection against dust and water, something virtually unheard of in devices with such complex moving parts. This, added to its new “Ultra-Reliable” hinge architecture, promises durability that could convince even the most skeptical users who fear breaking the screen at the first mistake.
As for the visualization, we find an interior panel 8 inch LTPO OLED which offers a spectacular immersive experience, ideal for multitasking and multimedia consumption. The 6.49-inch exterior screen is not far behind, allowing the phone to be used normally when closed. Both screens have “X-True Display” technology, ensuring color fidelity and brightness that allow them to be used in direct sunlight without major problems.
Long-lasting battery and True-to-Colour photography
Under the hood, the Huawei Mate 5,600 mAha generous figure that, combined with the efficiency of HarmonyOS (or EMUI in the global version), should guarantee reaching the end of the day even with intensive use of the big screen. In addition, 66W fast charging and 50W wireless charging ensure that, if necessary, the passage through the socket is seen and not seen. It is important to note that, according to some reports, the global version could have a slightly adjusted capacity compared to the Chinese model, but it is still a benchmark in autonomy.
Finally, we cannot forget the photographic section, the brand's hallmark. The rear camera module includes a main sensor of 50MP accompanied by a periscopic telephoto lens with 3.5x optical zoom and a 40 MP ultra wide angle lens. Huawei promises to capture the world as you see it thanks to its new image engine. With this hardware, the Mate X7 is not just a pretty foldable, it is a serious productivity and creativity tool.
Huawei Mate X7 technical sheet
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Internal Screen: 8 inches OLED LTPO, 120 Hz, resolution 2480 x 2200 pixels.
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External Screen: 6.49 inches OLED LTPO, 120 Hz, Kunlun Glass 3.
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Processor: HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro (5nm).
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RAM memory: 12GB/16GB.
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Storage: 512 GB / 1 TB (expandable with NM Card).
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Rear Cameras:
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Main: 50 MP (variable aperture f/1.4-f/4.0).
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Ultra Wide Angle: 40 MP.
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Telephoto lens: 12 MP (3.5x optical zoom, 100x digital).
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Front Camera: 16 MP (on both screens).
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Battery: 5,600 mAh with 66W fast charging and 50W wireless charging.
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Endurance: Certification IP59 (water and dust).
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Operating System: EMUI 15 (Global) / HarmonyOS Next (China).
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Dimensions and Weight: 4.5mm thick (unfolded); 228 grams.
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Connectivity: 5G, WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, Bidirectional Satellite Connection.
Price and availability: How much does innovation cost?
To get this gem of engineering you will have to dig deep into your pocket, as is usual in the ultra-premium range. The Huawei Mate X7 lands in Spain with a starting price of 2,099 euros for the version with 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, available in Eclipse Black, Pearl White and a striking Vegan Red. Although it is a high figure, Huawei tries to justify every euro with the launch pack, which includes the new FreeBuds Pro 4 as a gift. It can now be reserved on the official website and will arrive in physical stores on December 20.
Seeing that Huawei has achieved such polished and resistant hardware, Would you be able to make the jump to the Mate X7 and live without native Google services in exchange for having the most advanced foldable of the moment?
