Huawei P60 vs Huawei Mate 50: A Clash of Flagships

Huawei continues to push boundaries with its flagship smartphones. The P60 and Mate 50 are both impressive devices, but cater to slightly different audiences. This comprehensive comparison will break down their key differences to help you decide which one is right for you.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Mate 50 edges out the P60 thanks to its slightly faster processor, reverse wireless charging, and often more robust software support. However, the P60 offers excellent value and a superb camera system, making it a strong contender for those prioritizing photography.

PHONES
Phone Names	Huawei P60	Huawei Mate 50

Network
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	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 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, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE
	CDMA2000 1x	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - China

Launch
Announced	2023, March 23	2022, September 06
Status	Available. Released 2023, March 31	Available. Released 2022, September 28

Body
Dimensions	161 x 74.5 x 8.3 mm (6.34 x 2.93 x 0.33 in)	161.5 x 76.1 x 8 mm (6.36 x 3.00 x 0.31 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	197 g (6.95 oz)	202 g / 206 g (7.13 oz)
	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 2m for 30 min)

Display
Protection	-	Huawei Kunlun Glass
Resolution	1220 x 2700 pixels (~444 ppi density)	1224 x 2700 pixels (~442 ppi density)
Size	6.67 inches, 107.7 cm2 (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio)	6.7 inches, 108.9 cm2 (~88.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	LTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz	OLED, 1B colors, 90Hz

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.5 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510)	Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G (4 nm)	Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G (4 nm)
GPU	Adreno 730	Adreno 730
OS	HarmonyOS 3.1 (China), EMUI 13.1 (Europe), no Google Play Services	EMUI 13 (International), HarmonyOS 3.0 (China)

Memory
Card slot	Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)	Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM
	UFS	UFS 3.1

Main Camera
Features	Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama	Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR
Single	-	13 MP, f/2.4, 18mm (ultrawide)
Triple	48 MP, f/1.4-f/4.0, 25mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/3.4, 125mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide)	50 MP, f/1.4-f/4.0, 24mm (wide), PDAF 12 MP, f/3.4, 125mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), PDAF
Video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1080p@960fps; gyro-EIS, HDR Vivid	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 1080p@960fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	Panorama, HDR	HDR, panorama
Single	13 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide)	13 MP, f/2.4, 18mm (ultrawide)
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, HDR Vivid	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	No	No
35mm jack	No	No
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers	Yes, with stereo speakers
	-	32-bit/384kHz audio

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE	5.2, A2DP, LE
Infrared port	Yes	Yes
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (B1I+B1c+B2a), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 3.1, OTG	USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, Display Port 1.2
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/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
	BDS Satellite Message	BDS Satellite Message (sending only)

Battery
Charging	66W wired 50W wireless	66W wired 50W wireless 5W reverse wireless
Type	Li-Po 4815 mAh	Li-Po 4460 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Green, Violet, Rococo Pearl	Black, Silver, Purple, Orange
Models	LNA-AL00, LNA-LX9	CET-AL00, CET-LX9
Price	About 600 EUR	About 720 EUR

Huawei P60

Exceptional camera system, especially telephoto
Excellent value for money
Vibrant OLED display
Stylish design

No Google Mobile Services (GMS)
4G connectivity only
Reverse wireless charging absent

Huawei Mate 50

Slightly faster processor
Premium design and build quality
Reverse wireless charging
Potentially better software support

Higher price point
No Google Mobile Services (GMS)
4G connectivity only

Display Comparison

Both phones feature stunning OLED displays with vibrant colors and excellent brightness. The Mate 50 might have a slightly more refined curve, but the P60's flat display is preferred by some for usability. Resolution is comparable, offering sharp visuals for all content.

Camera Comparison

The P60 is renowned for its exceptional camera system, particularly its telephoto lens. The Mate 50 also has a great camera, but the P60's telephoto capabilities are a standout feature. Both offer excellent image quality in various lighting conditions, but the P60 excels in zoom capabilities.

Performance

While both utilize the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, the Mate 50 boasts slightly higher clock speeds on its CPU cores. This translates to marginally better performance in demanding tasks and gaming, though the difference is unlikely to be noticeable for most users. Both offer smooth and responsive performance.

Battery Life

Both phones offer similar battery life, easily lasting a full day with moderate usage. Charging speeds are comparable with 66W wired and 50W wireless charging. The Mate 50's addition of 5W reverse wireless charging provides added convenience for topping up accessories.

Buying Guide

The Huawei P60 is ideal for photography enthusiasts and users seeking a balance of performance and price. The Huawei Mate 50 is better suited for users who want the absolute best performance, a slightly more premium design, and features like reverse wireless charging.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Do these phones support 5G?

No, both the Huawei P60 and Mate 50 are 4G-only devices due to restrictions on accessing certain technologies.

❓ What about Google Mobile Services?

Neither phone comes with Google Mobile Services (GMS) pre-installed. Users will need to rely on Huawei's AppGallery and workarounds for accessing Google apps.

❓ Which phone has better software support?

Historically, the Mate series has received slightly longer software support than the P series, but this can vary. Both receive regular updates from Huawei.