Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 The Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Kirin 950 (16 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,100 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 8.4" · 215.5 x 124.2 x 7.3 mm (8.48 x 4.89 x 0.29 in)
Chipset Kirin 950 (16 nm)
RAM 4GB
Storage 32GB | 64GB
Main Camera 8 MP · HDR
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Long 5,100 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓ 8.4" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Kirin 950 (16 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ 8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗ Heavy at 326g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Photography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2016, September. Released 2016, October
Also Known As
Available as Wi-Fi only and Wi-Fi/3G/4G models
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Kirin 950 (16 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex A53)
OS
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4.1
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
359 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,100 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Type
Li-Po 5100 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
326g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
215.5 x 124.2 x 7.3 mm (8.48 x 4.89 x 0.29 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
GPS
GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant)
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 support 5G?› No, the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 have NFC?› No, the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 does not have NFC.
Does the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 have expandable storage?› Yes, the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 support dual SIM?› The Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM.
Does the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 have stereo speakers?› Yes, the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 has stereo speakers.
What Android version does the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 ship with?› The Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 ships with Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4.1.
What type of USB port does the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 use?› The Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 uses microUSB 2.0.
Does the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 support Wi-Fi 7?› The Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac.
Does the Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Huawei MediaPad M3 8.4 has 4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE.
