The Huawei Mate 10 was officially released in November 2017, marking Huawei’s continued push into the premium smartphone category. It came as the more traditional sibling to the Mate 10 Pro, featuring a 5.9-inch IPS LCD display with QHD resolution, a front-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack, which many users preferred at the time. With its glass and aluminum design, HDR10 support, and Leica-powered cameras, the Mate 10 delivered a balance of luxury, performance, and practicality.
At its core, the device was powered by the Kirin 970 chipset with AI capabilities, paired with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage expandable via microSD (dual SIM variant only). A 4000 mAh battery with SuperCharge technology, dual Leica rear cameras, and Android 8.0 (upgradeable to Android 10 with EMUI 10.2) ensured long-term relevance in both performance and features.
Huawei Mate 10 Full Phone Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Category | Phone |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| Launch | Announced Oct 2017, Released Nov 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Body / Build | 150.5 × 77.8 × 8.2 mm, 186 g, Glass front (Gorilla Glass), glass back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Single Nano-SIM (ALP-L09) or Dual Nano-SIM (ALP-L29) |
| Water Resistance | IP53 dust and splash resistant (vertical sprays) |
| Display | 5.9″ IPS LCD HDR10, 1440 × 2560 px, 16:9 (~499 ppi) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version) |
| OS | Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, EMUI 10.2 |
| Chipset | Kirin 970 (10 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4 × 2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4 × 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-G72 MP12 |
| Memory / Storage | 64 GB 4 GB RAM, UFS 2.1, expandable via microSD (dual SIM model only) |
| Rear Camera | Dual: 12 MP, f/1.6, OIS, PDAF + 20 MP B/W, f/1.6 |
| Camera Features | Leica optics, Laser AF, HDR, panorama, dual-LED dual-tone flash |
| Video Recording | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Front Camera | 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm wide, AF, 1080p video |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, 32-bit/384kHz audio, 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, DLNA, Bluetooth 4.2, USB Type-C 3.1 OTG |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Other Features | NFC, Infrared port, Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
| Battery | Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable, 22.5W SuperCharge (58% in 30 min) |
| Colors | Mocha Brown, Black, Champagne Gold, Pink Gold |
| Models | ALP-L09, ALP-L29, ALP-AL00, ALP-TL00 |
| Approx. Price (at launch) | ~ EUR 230 |
Design and Display
The Mate 10 embraced a classic 16:9 display ratio, unlike the taller aspect ratios seen in its Pro sibling. Its 5.9-inch QHD IPS LCD delivered outstanding sharpness with 499 ppi density, HDR10 support, and Gorilla Glass protection. The inclusion of a 3.5 mm headphone jack and front-mounted fingerprint scanner gave it a traditional but practical appeal.
Performance and Storage
Huawei equipped the Mate 10 with the Kirin 970 AI-driven processor, ensuring smooth multitasking and efficient performance. It shipped with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of UFS 2.1 storage, with support for microSD expansion (dual SIM variant only). These specs ensured it could handle productivity, gaming, and everyday tasks with ease.
Camera and Multimedia
The dual Leica cameras (12 MP RGB + 20 MP monochrome) offered detailed images, strong low-light photography, and 4K recording. The 8 MP autofocus selfie camera produced sharp images for video calls and selfies. Coupled with stereo speakers and Hi-Fi audio quality, the Mate 10 excelled as a multimedia device.
Battery and Connectivity
The phone’s 4000 mAh battery paired with 22.5W SuperCharge provided excellent endurance, charging up to 58% in 30 minutes. With dual SIM capability, NFC, USB-C 3.1, and an infrared port, the Mate 10 proved versatile for both professional and personal use.
