Huawei P60 Art vs P60 Pro: A Clash of Flagship Titans

Huawei's P60 series has made waves with its impressive camera capabilities and premium design. But with two models – the P60 Art and the P60 Pro – choosing the right one can be tricky. This comprehensive comparison breaks down the key differences to help you decide.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Huawei P60 Pro emerges as the slightly superior choice, offering a brighter display, reverse wireless charging, and potentially more advanced camera features. However, the P60 Art remains a compelling option, especially for those prioritizing a potentially more compact design and a slightly lower price point.

PHONES
Phone Names Huawei P60 Art Huawei P60 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 232023, March 23
StatusAvailable. Released 2023, April 08Available. Released 2023, March 31
Body
Dimensions161 x 74.5 x 8.3 mm (6.34 x 2.93 x 0.33 in)161 x 74.5 x 8.3 mm (6.34 x 2.93 x 0.33 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight206 g (7.27 oz)200 g (7.05 oz)
 IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Display
ProtectionKunlun GlassKunlun Glass
Resolution1220 x 2700 pixels (~444 ppi density)1220 x 2700 pixels (~444 ppi density)
Size6.67 inches, 107.7 cm2 (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio)6.67 inches, 107.7 cm2 (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeLTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120HzLTPO OLED, 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)HarmonyOS 3.1 (China), EMUI 13.1 (Europe), no Google Play Services
Memory
Card slotNano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
 UFSUFS
Main Camera
FeaturesLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panoramaLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama
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)48 MP, f/1.4-f/4.0, 25mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 48 MP, f/2.1, 90mm (telephoto), PDAF, sensor-shift OIS, 3.5x optical zoom 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), AF
Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1080p@960fps; gyro-EIS, HDR Vivid4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1080p@960fps; gyro-EIS, HDR Vivid
Selfie camera
FeaturesPanorama, HDRPanorama, HDR
Single13 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide)13 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide)
Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, HDR Vivid4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, HDR Vivid
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
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 (B1I+B1c+B2a), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTGUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
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, compassFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
 BDS Satellite MessageBDS Satellite Message
Battery
Charging88W wired 50W wireless88W wired 50W wireless Reverse wireless
TypeSi/C Li-Ion 5100 mAhLi-Po 4815 mAh
Misc
ColorsAzure Blue, Seashore GoldBlack, Green, Violet, Rococo Pearl
ModelsMNA-AL00MNA-AL00, MNA-LX9
PriceAbout 1200 EUR€ 738.50
Tests
Battery life- Endurance rating 96h
Camera- Photo / Video
Display- Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker- -27.3 LUFS (Good)
Performance- AnTuTu: 1030473 (v9) GeekBench: 4422 (v6) GFXBench: 65fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Huawei P60 Art

  • Potentially more compact design
  • Excellent performance thanks to Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
  • 88W wired charging

  • No reverse wireless charging
  • 4G connectivity only
  • Potentially less advanced camera features compared to Pro

Huawei P60 Pro

  • Brighter display (1135 nits)
  • Reverse wireless charging
  • Potentially more advanced camera system
  • Excellent performance thanks to Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
  • 88W wired charging

  • Potentially larger size
  • 4G connectivity only

Display Comparison

The P60 Pro boasts a measured peak brightness of 1135 nits, significantly brighter than the P60 Art. While the P60 Art's display is undoubtedly excellent, the Pro's superior brightness offers better visibility in direct sunlight. The P60 Pro also advertises an 'infinite' contrast ratio, suggesting deeper blacks and richer colors, though this is a nominal value.

Camera Comparison

While both phones feature excellent camera systems, the P60 Pro is expected to have slightly more advanced features and potentially better image processing due to its 'Pro' designation. Specific camera specs (sensor sizes, lens apertures) are not explicitly detailed, but the Pro typically receives more advanced camera hardware.

Performance

Both devices share the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G chipset and CPU configuration, ensuring comparable performance in everyday tasks and demanding games. Differences in real-world performance are likely to be minimal and dependent on software optimization.

Battery Life

Both phones boast an impressive endurance rating of 96 hours, indicating exceptional battery life. The P60 Pro adds reverse wireless charging, allowing it to act as a power bank for other devices, a feature absent in the P60 Art.

Buying Guide

The Huawei P60 Art is ideal for users who want a flagship experience in a potentially smaller form factor and are comfortable with 4G connectivity. The P60 Pro is best suited for power users who demand the brightest display, reverse wireless charging, and potentially the most advanced camera features available in the series.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the Huawei P60 Art 5G compatible?
No, both the Huawei P60 Art and P60 Pro are 4G-only devices due to ongoing trade restrictions.
❓ What is the difference in camera capabilities between the two phones?
While both have excellent cameras, the P60 Pro is expected to have slightly more advanced hardware and image processing capabilities, potentially resulting in better image quality in certain scenarios.
❓ Does the P60 Art support fast charging?
Yes, both the P60 Art and P60 Pro support 88W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging.