Huawei Mate X6 vs OnePlus Open: A Deep Dive into Foldable Flagships
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For most users, the OnePlus Open emerges as the stronger contender. Its Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset delivers demonstrably better performance and efficiency, translating to nearly three more hours of active use. While the Mate X6 offers competitive display brightness and fast charging, it can't match the Open's overall package.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Huawei Mate X6 | OnePlus Open |
| 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) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | LTE | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 |
| 5G bands | SA/NSA | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2024, November 26 | 2023, October 19 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, November 26 | Available. Released 2023, October 26 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, nylon fiber or silicone polymer back (eco leather), aluminum frame | Glass front (Ceramic Guard) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back or eco leather back, aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 156.6 x 144.1 x 4.6 mmFolded: 156.6 x 73.8 x 9.9 mm | Unfolded: 153.4 x 143.1 x 5.8 mmFolded: 153.4 x 73.3 x 11.7 mm |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) |
| Weight | 239 g (8.43 oz) | 239 g or 245 g (8.43 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 2240 x 2440 pixels (~418 ppi density) | 2268 x 2440 pixels (~426 ppi density) |
| Size | 7.93 inches, 202.1 cm2 (~91.5% screen-to-body ratio) | 7.82 inches, 196.7 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Foldable LTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR Vivid, 1800 nits (peak) | Foldable LTPO3 Flexi-fluid AMOLED, 1B colors, Dolby Vision, 120Hz, 2800 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.5 GHz & 3x2.15 GHz & 4x1.53GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Kirin 9020 (7 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Maleoon 920 | Adreno 740 |
| OS | EMUI 15 (International), HarmonyOS 4.3 (China) | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, OxygenOS 15 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM | 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR | Hasselblad Color Calibration, LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.4-f/4.0, 24mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 48 MP, f/3.0, 90mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 4x optical zoom 40 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), PDAF | 48 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.43", 1.12µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 64 MP, f/2.6, 70mm (telephoto), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF |
| Video | 4K, 1080p, HDR, gyro-EIS, OIS, HDR Vivid | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/480fps gyro-EIS, HDR10+, Dolby Vision |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.2, (wide) Cover camera: 8 MP, f/2.4, (wide) | 20MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 0.7µm Cover camera: 32MP, f/2.4, 22mm (ultrawide), 1/3.14", 0.7µm |
| Video | 4K, 1080p | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
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| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers (Dolby Atmos enhanced) |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, L2HC | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a+B2b), GALILEO (E1+E5a+E5b), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, DisplayPort 1.2 | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 66W wired 50W wireless 7.5W reverse wireless 5W reverse wired | 67W wired, PD, 100% in 42 min Reverse wired |
| Type | Si/C Li-Ion 5110 or 5200 mAh | Li-Po 4805 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, White, Gray, Blue, Red | Emerald Dusk, Voyager Black, Apex Edition |
| Models | ICL-AL10, ICL-LX9 | CPH2551 |
| Price | About 2000 EUR | $ 1,059.99 / € 926.54 |
| SAR | - | 0.98 W/kg (head) 0.76 W/kg (body) |
Huawei Mate X6
- Fast 66W wired charging
- Versatile charging options (wireless & reverse)
- Competitive display brightness
- Less powerful Kirin 9020 chipset
- Significantly shorter battery life
- Potentially limited software updates
OnePlus Open
- Superior Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 performance
- Exceptional battery life (11:59h active use)
- Fast 67W wired charging
- Reverse charging options are limited to wired
- May lack some of Huawei's software features
Display Comparison
Both devices boast impressive displays, but the OnePlus Open edges out the Huawei Mate X6 with a measured peak brightness of 1238 nits compared to the Mate X6’s 1173 nits. This difference, while not massive, will be noticeable in direct sunlight. While both likely employ LTPO technology for variable refresh rates (not specified in the data), the Open’s higher brightness provides a more vibrant and readable experience. Bezels are not specified, but both are expected to be minimal given their flagship status.
Camera Comparison
The provided data lacks specific camera details, making a direct comparison challenging. However, given OnePlus’s recent focus on camera improvements and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2’s advanced ISP, the Open is likely to offer superior image processing capabilities. The Mate X6, while potentially capable, is hampered by the older chipset’s processing limitations. Without sensor size or aperture information, it’s difficult to assess low-light performance, but the Open’s ISP is a significant advantage.
Performance
The performance gap is significant. The OnePlus Open’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) is a clear upgrade over the Huawei Mate X6’s Kirin 9020 (7nm). The 4nm process node of the Snapdragon offers superior thermal efficiency, meaning less throttling during sustained workloads. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2’s CPU configuration – a Cortex-X3 prime core alongside A715 and A710 performance cores – provides a substantial performance advantage over the Kirin 9020’s octa-core setup. This translates to faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and a better gaming experience.
Battery Life
Battery life is where the OnePlus Open truly shines. The active use score of 11:59h significantly surpasses the Mate X6’s 8:56h. This difference is attributable to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2’s superior power efficiency. While the Mate X6 offers a versatile charging solution with 66W wired, 50W wireless, and reverse wireless capabilities, the Open’s 67W wired charging (and 42-minute 0-100% claim) is competitive. The Open’s older endurance rating of 96h further reinforces its battery advantage.
Buying Guide
Buy the Huawei Mate X6 if you prioritize a balanced feature set, appreciate Huawei’s software ecosystem, and value fast wired and wireless charging. Buy the OnePlus Open if you demand top-tier performance for demanding tasks like gaming and video editing, and require exceptional battery life to power through a full day and beyond. The Open is the clear choice for power users.