Huawei P60 Art vs Mate 50 Pro: A Clash of Flagships

Huawei continues to push boundaries with its flagship smartphones. The P60 Art and Mate 50 Pro both boast impressive features, but cater to slightly different audiences. This comprehensive comparison will break down their strengths and weaknesses to help you decide which one deserves your attention.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Mate 50 Pro edges out the P60 Art thanks to its superior battery life, reverse wireless charging, and slightly more refined camera system. While the P60 Art offers faster wired charging, the Mate 50 Pro's overall package provides a more compelling user experience.

PHONES
Phone Names Huawei P60 Art Huawei Mate 50 Pro
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International
SpeedHSPA, LTEHSPA, LTE
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTEGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE
 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - China1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - China
Launch
Announced2023, March 232022, September 06
StatusAvailable. Released 2023, April 08Available. Released 2022, September 28
Body
Dimensions161 x 74.5 x 8.3 mm (6.34 x 2.93 x 0.33 in)162.1 x 75.5 x 8.5 mm (6.38 x 2.97 x 0.33 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight206 g (7.27 oz)205 g / 209 g (7.23 oz)
 IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min)
Display
ProtectionKunlun GlassHuawei Kunlun Glass
Resolution1220 x 2700 pixels (~444 ppi density)1212 x 2616 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~428 ppi density)
Size6.67 inches, 107.7 cm2 (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio)6.74 inches, 111.8 cm2 (~91.3% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeLTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120HzOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G (4 nm)Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G (4 nm)
GPUAdreno 730Adreno 730
OSHarmonyOS 3.1 (China), EMUI 13.1 (International)EMUI 13 (International), HarmonyOS 3.0 (China)
Memory
Card slotNano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM
 UFSUFS 3.1
Main Camera
FeaturesLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panoramaLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR
Single-13 MP, f/2.4, 18mm (ultrawide) TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Triple48 MP, f/1.4-f/4.0, 25mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 48 MP, f/2.1, 90mm (telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom 40 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide)50 MP, f/1.4-f/4.0, 24mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 64 MP, f/3.5, 90mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), PDAF
Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1080p@960fps; gyro-EIS, HDR Vivid4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/480fps, 720p@960fps, 720p@3840fps, HDR, gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
FeaturesPanorama, HDRHDR, panorama
Single13 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide)13 MP, f/2.4, 18mm (ultrawide) TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, HDR Vivid4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
 -32-bit/384kHz audio
Comms
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE5.2, A2DP, LE
Infrared portYesYes
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (B1I+B1c+B2a), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavICGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTGUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG, Display Port 1.2
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFace ID, fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
 BDS Satellite MessageBDS Satellite Message (sending only)
Battery
Charging88W wired 50W wireless66W wired 50W wireless 5W reverse wireless
TypeSi/C Li-Ion 5100 mAhLi-Po 4700 mAh
Misc
ColorsAzure Blue, Seashore GoldBlack, Silver, Purple, Orange
ModelsMNA-AL00DCO-AL00, DCO-LX9
PriceAbout 1200 EURAbout 900 EUR
Tests
Battery life- Endurance rating 104h
Camera- Photo / Video
Display- Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker- -24.8 LUFS (Very good)
Performance- AnTuTu: 979921 (v9) GeekBench: 3839 (v5.1) GFXBench: 68fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Huawei P60 Art

  • Faster 88W wired charging
  • Potentially unique and artistic design
  • Excellent performance thanks to Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1

  • Likely shorter battery life than Mate 50 Pro
  • No reverse wireless charging
  • Camera may not be as refined as Mate 50 Pro

Huawei Mate 50 Pro

  • Exceptional battery life (10:36h active use, 104h endurance)
  • Reverse wireless charging
  • Brighter display (946 nits)
  • Generally superior camera system

  • Slower 66W wired charging
  • Design may be less distinctive
  • Potentially higher price

Display Comparison

Both phones feature excellent OLED displays, but the Mate 50 Pro boasts a measured peak brightness of 946 nits, significantly higher than the P60 Art. The Mate 50 Pro's 'infinite' contrast ratio (nominal) suggests deeper blacks and richer colors, though real-world differences may be subtle. The P60 Art likely has a more unique design, potentially with a focus on artistic aesthetics, while the Mate 50 Pro prioritizes a more standard flagship look.

Camera Comparison

While both offer excellent camera capabilities, the Mate 50 Pro generally receives higher praise for its overall camera system. It likely features a more advanced main sensor and image processing algorithms. The P60 Art may emphasize specific artistic filters or shooting modes. Both are expected to deliver excellent photo and video quality in various lighting conditions.

Performance

Both devices share the same Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and CPU configuration, ensuring comparable performance in everyday tasks and demanding games. Expect smooth multitasking and responsive app loading on both phones. Real-world performance differences will likely be minimal.

Battery Life

The Mate 50 Pro clearly wins in the battery department. It boasts an impressive active use score of 10:36 hours and an endurance rating of 104 hours. The P60 Art's battery life is likely good, but not on par with the Mate 50 Pro. The Mate 50 Pro also includes 5W reverse wireless charging, a useful feature for topping up accessories.

Buying Guide

The Huawei P60 Art is ideal for users prioritizing fast charging and a potentially more artistic design aesthetic. The Mate 50 Pro is better suited for those who demand exceptional battery life, a versatile camera, and the added convenience of reverse wireless charging.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the Huawei P60 Art have 5G?
No, both the Huawei P60 Art and Mate 50 Pro are 4G-only devices due to restrictions on Huawei's access to 5G technology.
❓ Which phone has better software support?
Both phones run EMUI, but the Mate 50 Pro is likely to receive longer software update support due to its higher profile and broader market availability.