Huawei Mate 80 5G vs Huawei Mate 90: Which One Should You Buy?

Huawei Mate 90 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 95.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Huawei · 2025

Huawei Mate 80 5G

Huawei Mate 80 5G
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Huawei · 2026

Huawei Mate 90

Huawei Mate 90
95/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Huawei Mate 90 wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Huawei Mate 80 5G
Huawei Mate 80 5G
1 win
Huawei Mate 90
Huawei Mate 90
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Huawei Mate 80 5GHuawei Mate 90
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsHuawei Mate 80 5G
    86
    84
  • Camerafrom specsHuawei Mate 90
    32
    82
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • Batteryfrom specsHuawei Mate 90
    92
    100
  • Displayfrom specsHuawei Mate 90
    85
    92
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Huawei Mate 90 has the bigger battery6,600 mAh vs 5,750 mAh
  • Huawei Mate 80 5G has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 13 MP
  • Huawei Mate 80 5G has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Huawei Mate 80 5G
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.75" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Huawei Mate 90
  • ✓Bigger 6,600 mAh battery (+850 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.75" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationHuawei Mate 80 5GHuawei Mate 90
1. Display & Screen🏆 Huawei Mate 90 Wins Display
Screen typeAM-OLED displayLTPO OLED
Screen Size6.75"6.75"
Resolution & Density1280x2832 (460 ppi)2832x1280
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz adaptive
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Huawei Mate 80 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorKirin 9020 Kirin 9030
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemHarmonyOS 5.0 HarmonyOS 7
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage1024 GB256/512/1024 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Huawei Mate 90 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor50 MP, OIS
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)50 MP (4x optical zoom), OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A40 MP
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP13 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/A161.9 x 75.7 x 8 mm
Weight217 g217 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP68/IP69
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Huawei Mate 90 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,750 mAh6,600 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/A66W
Wireless ChargingNot listed50W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
BluetoothNot listedNot listed
USB Port & SpeedNot listedNot listed
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Huawei Mate 90 wins — BeastScore 95.0/100

The Huawei Mate 90 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,600 mAh vs 5,750 mAh). The Huawei Mate 80 5G is worth a look if you prefer its sharper selfie camera (16 MP vs 13 MP).

Buy Huawei Mate 80 5G if you want

More RAM: 16 GB vs 12 GB

Buy Huawei Mate 90 if you want

Larger battery: 6,600 mAh vs 5,750 mAh · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)

Common questions

Which is better: Huawei Mate 80 5G or Huawei Mate 90?

The Huawei Mate 90 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,600 mAh vs 5,750 mAh). The Huawei Mate 80 5G is worth a look if you prefer its sharper selfie camera (16 MP vs 13 MP). BeastScore: Huawei Mate 80 5G 86.0/100, Huawei Mate 90 95.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Huawei Mate 80 5G and Huawei Mate 90?

Huawei Mate 80 5G has a 6.75-inch display and 5750 mAh battery. Huawei Mate 90 has a 6.75-inch display and 6600 mAh battery.

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