Huawei Mate 30E Pro 5G vs OnePlus 8 Pro: A Detailed Comparison of Flagship Power
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing raw performance and a more open software ecosystem, the OnePlus 8 Pro emerges as the stronger choice. Its Snapdragon 865 offers a slight edge in CPU and GPU performance, coupled with a more established Android experience. However, the Mate 30E Pro 5G presents a compelling alternative for those seeking Huawei’s camera expertise and fast charging.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Huawei Mate 30E Pro 5G | 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, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 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, 28, 41, 77, 78, 79 NSA/Sub6 | 1, 3, 7, 28, 78 SA/NSA - EU |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G (2+ Gbps DL) | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G 7.5 Gbps DL |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| - | 78 SA/NSA - IN | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2020, October 22. Released 2020, November 01 | 2020, April 14 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2020, April 21 |
| Body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 158.1 x 73.1 x 8.8 mm (6.22 x 2.88 x 0.35 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 |
| Weight | 198 g (6.98 oz) | 199 g (7.02 oz) |
| IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 2m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1176 x 2400 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~409 ppi density) | 1440 x 3168 pixels (~513 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.53 inches, 108.7 cm2 (~94.1% 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 & 2x2.36 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Kirin 990E 5G (7 nm+) | Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) |
| GPU | Mali-G76 MP14 | Adreno 650 |
| OS | Android 10, EMUI 11, no Google Play Services | Android 10, upgradable to Android 13, OxygenOS 13 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot) | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.0 | UFS 3.0 | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | Leica optics, color spectrum sensor, 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/1.6, 27mm (wide), 1/1.7", PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.4, 80mm (telephoto), 1/4.0", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 40 MP, f/1.8, 18mm (ultrawide), 1/1.54", PDAF TOF 3D, (depth) | - |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 1080p@960fps, 720p@7680fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm 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 | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 32-bit/384kHz audio | - | |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, 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 4500 mAh | Li-Po 4510 mAh, non-removable |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Space Silver, Cosmic Purple, Emerald Green, Orange, Forest Green | Glacial Green, Ultramarine Blue, Onyx Black |
| Models | LIO-AN00m | IN2023, IN2020, IN2021, IN2025 |
| Price | About 680 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 30E Pro 5G
- Faster 40W wired charging
- Stronger wireless charging (27W)
- Huawei’s renowned camera processing
- Potential software limitations due to lack of GMS
- Kirin 990E 5G slightly less powerful than Snapdragon 865
OnePlus 8 Pro
- More powerful Snapdragon 865 processor
- Cleaner Android experience
- Wider app compatibility
- Slower wired charging (30W)
- Lower wireless charging speed (30W)
- Less powerful reverse wireless charging
Display Comparison
Both devices feature displays with an 'Infinite' (nominal) contrast ratio, suggesting excellent black levels. However, detailed specifications like peak brightness and panel type (OLED is assumed for both) are missing. The OnePlus 8 Pro’s larger screen size (6.78 inches vs. the Mate 30E Pro 5G’s 6.53 inches) offers a more immersive viewing experience. Without specific data on color accuracy or refresh rate, it’s difficult to definitively declare a winner, but the OnePlus 8 Pro’s larger canvas is a notable advantage.
Camera Comparison
Both phones are advertised as having strong camera systems, but specifics are limited. The absence of sensor size details makes a direct comparison difficult. However, Huawei is renowned for its image processing algorithms, and the Mate 30E Pro 5G likely benefits from this expertise. The OnePlus 8 Pro’s camera system is versatile, but without detailed specifications, it’s hard to assess its advantage. The presence of OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) is assumed on both, but the aperture and sensor size of the main lenses would be crucial for low-light performance. We'll assume the OnePlus 8 Pro has a more versatile camera system due to its wider availability of detailed reviews.
Performance
The core of the difference lies in the chipsets. The OnePlus 8 Pro’s Snapdragon 865 (7nm+) features a Cortex-A77 prime core clocked at 2.84 GHz, while the Huawei Mate 30E Pro 5G utilizes a Kirin 990E 5G (7nm+) with a slightly higher clocked Cortex-A76 (2.86 GHz). However, the Snapdragon 865’s architecture and Adreno 650 GPU generally provide superior sustained performance and gaming capabilities. The OnePlus 8 Pro’s availability with up to 12GB of RAM, paired with LPDDR5, further enhances its multitasking prowess. While the Kirin 990E 5G is no slouch, the Snapdragon 865 is the more potent performer, especially in graphically intensive applications.
Battery Life
Both devices boast an endurance rating of 103 hours, suggesting comparable battery life under similar usage conditions. The OnePlus 8 Pro supports 30W wired charging (50% in 23 minutes) and 30W wireless charging (50% in 30 minutes), while the Mate 30E Pro 5G offers 40W wired charging and 27W wireless charging. The Mate 30E Pro 5G’s faster wired charging is a clear advantage, allowing for quicker top-ups. The OnePlus 8 Pro’s 3W reverse wireless charging is significantly lower than the Mate 30E Pro 5G’s reverse wireless capability, making the Huawei device more useful for charging accessories.
Buying Guide
Buy the Huawei Mate 30E Pro 5G if you prioritize fast 40W wired and 27W wireless charging, and are comfortable with Huawei’s EMUI software and potential limitations due to the lack of full Google Mobile Services. Buy the OnePlus 8 Pro if you prefer a cleaner Android experience, a slightly more powerful processor for demanding tasks, and a wider range of app compatibility without GMS concerns.