Huawei Mate 30 vs OnePlus 8 Pro: A Detailed Comparison of Flagship Power
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user, the OnePlus 8 Pro emerges as the more practical choice. While the Mate 30’s camera system is compelling, the 8 Pro’s Snapdragon 865 delivers consistently strong performance, coupled with wider availability and a more open software ecosystem. The 8 Pro’s 30W wireless charging also edges out the Mate 30’s 27W.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Huawei Mate 30 | OnePlus 8 Pro |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - Global | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 66 - EU |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 7, 28, 78 SA/NSA - EU |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G 7.5 Gbps DL |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - China | 78 SA/NSA - IN | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2019, September. Released 2019, September | 2020, April 14 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2020, April 21 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 76.1 x 8.4 mm (6.33 x 3.00 x 0.33 in) | 165.3 x 74.4 x 8.5 mm (6.51 x 2.93 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 196 g (6.91 oz) | 199 g (7.02 oz) |
| IP53, dust and splash resistant | IP68 dust/water resistant | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~389 ppi density) | 1440 x 3168 pixels (~513 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.62 inches, 107.6 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.78 inches, 111.7 cm2 (~90.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | OLED, HDR10 | Fluid AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+ |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.86 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x2.09 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.86 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Kirin 990 (7 nm+) | Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) |
| GPU | Mali-G76 MP16 | Adreno 650 |
| OS | Android 10, EMUI 10, no Google Play Services | Android 10, upgradable to Android 13, OxygenOS 13 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot) | No |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.0 | UFS 3.0 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Laser AF, Leica optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Quad | - | 48 MP, f/1.8, 25mm (wide), 1/1.43", 1.12µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), 1/1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 116˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 5 MP, f/2.4, (Color filter camera) |
| Triple | 40 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/1.54", PDAF 8 MP, f/2.4, 80mm (telephoto), 1/4.0", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 16 MP, f/2.2, 17mm (ultrawide) | - |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 24 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9µm TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 32-bit/384kHz audio | - | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, aptX HD, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Infrared port | Yes | - |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Face ID, fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 40W wired 27W wireless Reverse wireless | 30W wired, 50% in 23 min 30W wireless, 50% in 30 min 3W reverse wireless |
| Type | Li-Po 4200 mAh, non-removable | Li-Po 4510 mAh, non-removable |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Space Silver, Cosmic Purple, Emerald Green | Glacial Green, Ultramarine Blue, Onyx Black |
| Models | TAS-L09, TAS-L29, TAS-AL00, TAS-TL00 | IN2023, IN2020, IN2021, IN2025 |
| Price | About 550 EUR | About 310 EUR |
| Pricing | ||
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| 128GB 8GB RAM | - | $ 428.39 |
| 256GB 12GB RAM | - | $ 853.51 |
| RENEWED | - | $ 486.00 |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 103h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -23.5 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 573276 (v8) GeekBench: 3374 (v5.1) GFXBench: 24fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Huawei Mate 30
- Faster 40W wired charging
- Innovative camera system with spectral analysis
- Potentially superior low-light photography
- Lack of full Google Mobile Services
- Software ecosystem limitations
- Potentially lower sustained performance in demanding games
OnePlus 8 Pro
- Snapdragon 865 delivers strong and consistent performance
- 120Hz display for a smoother user experience
- Wider app compatibility and software updates
- Slower wired charging compared to Mate 30
- Image processing can be less dynamic than Mate 30
- Reverse wireless charging is limited to 3W
Display Comparison
Both the Huawei Mate 30 and OnePlus 8 Pro feature displays with an 'Infinite' (nominal) contrast ratio, suggesting excellent black levels. However, the OnePlus 8 Pro’s 120Hz refresh rate, while not explicitly stated in the provided data, is a key differentiator, offering a significantly smoother scrolling and gaming experience compared to the Mate 30’s likely 60Hz panel. While both likely utilize OLED technology, the OnePlus 8 Pro’s display is known for its color accuracy and brightness, making it superior for outdoor visibility. The Mate 30’s curved display edges, while aesthetically pleasing, can introduce accidental touches.
Camera Comparison
The provided data lacks detailed camera specifications, but both phones were flagship contenders in photography. The Mate 30 is known for its innovative camera system, including a large 1/1.7-inch sensor and a unique spectral analysis sensor. The OnePlus 8 Pro also boasts a versatile camera setup, including a 48MP main sensor and an ultrawide lens with a dedicated macro mode. While the Mate 30 likely excels in low-light photography and dynamic range, the OnePlus 8 Pro’s image processing tends to be more natural and consistent. The absence of detailed sensor information prevents a definitive judgment, but the Mate 30’s camera system was a key selling point at launch.
Performance
The core of the performance difference lies in the chipsets. The OnePlus 8 Pro’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 (7nm+) utilizes a Cortex-A77 prime core clocked at 2.84 GHz, alongside three additional A77 cores, offering a potential advantage in multi-threaded tasks compared to the Mate 30’s Kirin 990. The Kirin 990 employs two Cortex-A76 cores at 2.86 GHz, and two more at 2.09 GHz. While clock speeds are similar, the architectural improvements in the A77 cores of the Snapdragon 865 generally translate to better sustained performance. Both chips utilize 7nm+ fabrication, but Qualcomm’s optimization and GPU (Adreno 650 in the 865 vs Mali-G76 MP16 in the 990) give the OnePlus 8 Pro an edge in graphics-intensive applications and gaming. The 12GB of RAM in the higher-end OnePlus 8 Pro configuration further enhances multitasking capabilities.
Battery Life
Both devices achieve an endurance rating of 103 hours, suggesting comparable battery life under similar usage scenarios. However, the charging speeds differ significantly. The OnePlus 8 Pro supports 30W wired charging (50% in 23 minutes) and 30W wireless charging (50% in 30 minutes), while the Mate 30 offers 40W wired charging and 27W wireless charging. This means the Mate 30 can replenish its battery faster via wired connection, but the OnePlus 8 Pro’s wireless charging is notably quicker. The 3W reverse wireless charging on the OnePlus 8 Pro is a minor feature compared to the Mate 30’s reverse wireless capabilities, though the practical use case for reverse wireless charging remains limited.
Buying Guide
Buy the Huawei Mate 30 if you prioritize camera versatility and are comfortable navigating a software ecosystem without full Google Mobile Services. Its Kirin 990 offers strong performance, and the 40W wired charging is a significant advantage. Buy the OnePlus 8 Pro if you value raw performance, a fluid 120Hz display, and a clean, fast software experience with guaranteed updates. The Snapdragon 865 provides a more consistent gaming experience and benefits from wider app compatibility.