Huawei MatePad Air
The Huawei MatePad Air is a capable mid-range device, powered by the Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 4G (5 nm) that comfortably covers most everyday use cases, backed by a large 8,300 mAh battery for multi-day use (2023).
2023 · Mid-range · HarmonyOS 3.1ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Exceptional 8,300 mAh battery — lasts 2+ days with typical use
✓Fast, responsive Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 4G (5 nm) for everyday tasks and gaming
✓12GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓11.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓5G capable for fast cellular data
⊗ Cons
✗Heavy at 508g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 4G (5 nm)
Upper-mid performance — fast and capable
CPU
Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
RAM
12GB | 8GB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
291 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD, 144Hz
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
8,300 mAh
Excellent endurance — easily lasts a full day
Weight
508g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
261.9 x 178.2 x 6.4 mm (10.31 x 7.02 x 0.25 in)
USB
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG, magnetic accessory connector
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity (accessories only)
