Huawei MatePad Mini Global Launch Brings 8.8 Inch 2.5K Display

Huawei has launched the MatePad Mini in global markets, highlighting an 8.8-inch 2.5K display, a 6,400mAh battery with 66W charging, and HarmonyOS 4.3.0. The device comes in Graphite Black and Spruce Green, with 8GB or 12GB RAM options and 256GB of onboard storage as standard. Huawei notes that the MatePad Mini supports the M-Pencil Pro accessory, sold separately, and features dual rear cameras along with a 32-megapixel front camera. International availability and pricing are not yet disclosed.

Global launch details

The MatePad Mini appears on Huawei’s official global site in two color options, Graphite Black and Spruce Green, with the device listed for global markets. In China, the basic version featuring 12GB RAM and 256GB storage is priced at CNY 3,299. Huawei has not yet announced international pricing or a definitive launch timetable, leaving global availability to be clarified in future communications.

Display, hardware and software

The 8.8-inch Flexible OLED FullView Display delivers a 2.5K resolution of 1,600 by 2,560 pixels with a maximum 120Hz refresh rate. Huawei assigns a pixel density of 343 ppi and notes a screen-to-body ratio around 92 percent, with peak brightness up to 1800 nits. The MatePad Mini runs HarmonyOS 4.3.0 and offers up to 12GB of RAM paired with 256GB of onboard storage. Variants available include 8GB or 12GB RAM configurations, both with 256GB storage as standard.

Cameras and video

The tablet features a dual rear camera system led by a 50-megapixel main sensor with an f/1.8 aperture, complemented by an 8-megapixel wide-angle lens with an f/2.2 aperture and an LED flash. The camera setup supports up to 4K video recording with electronic image stabilization. On the front, a 32-megapixel camera handles selfies and video calls.

Battery, charging and accessories

A 6,400mAh battery powers the MatePad Mini, with 66W fast charging support. It is compatible with the M-Pencil Pro stylus, sold separately, for handwriting and drawing tasks. The device measures 198.59 × 127.27 × 5.1 mm and weighs 255 g.

Connectivity, sensors and audio

Connectivity options include dual-band Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth 5.2, along with a USB Type-C port and OTG support. Navigation is supported by GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSS. The tablet includes a fingerprint sensor and a gyroscope, and it uses dual speakers enhanced by Huawei’s Histen 9.5 audio technology, complemented by dual microphones.

Color options and market positioning

The MatePad Mini is listed in Graphite Black and Spruce Green on Huawei’s global site, aligning with a premium compact tablet category. Huawei’s positioning notes the device as a potential competitor to the iPad mini, though international pricing and availability details have not been released.

Key specifications

• Display: 8.8-inch Flexible OLED FullView, 2.5K resolution (1600x2560), up to 120Hz
• Pixel density: 343 ppi, screen-to-body around 92%, peak brightness up to 1800 nits
• RAM/Storage: Up to 12GB RAM, 256GB onboard storage
• Software: HarmonyOS 4.3.0
• Cameras: Rear 50MP main (f/1.8) + 8MP wide (f/2.2); Front 32MP
• Video: 4K recording with electronic image stabilization
• Battery and charging: 6400mAh, 66W fast charging
• Connectivity: Dual-band Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C, OTG, GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS
• Sensors: Fingerprint sensor, gyroscope
• Audio: Dual speakers with Histen 9.5, dual microphones
• Dimensions/weight: 198.59 × 127.27 × 5.1 mm, 255 g
• Colors: Graphite Black, Spruce Green
• Accessories: M-Pencil Pro compatibility (sold separately)
• Pricing (China): CNY 3,299 for 12GB RAM + 256GB storage

Next steps

Huawei has not announced international launch timelines or pricing beyond the China market for the MatePad Mini. Watch for official updates from Huawei regarding regional availability, carrier partnerships if any, and local pricing after the global listing expands to additional markets.