Huawei Mate 80 Pro vs Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
The Huawei Mate 80 Pro (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030, while the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (2025) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030; launch prices were $1299 and $1050. Both devices score the same overall rating of 74/100. Key differences: the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5700); the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,101,808 vs 1,725,229); the Huawei Mate 80 Pro is noticeably lighter (207g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Mate 80 Pro
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
What makes Huawei Mate 80 Pro better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 239g
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2101808 vs 1725229
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5700 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $1050 vs $1299
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (68/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
The Huawei Mate 80 Pro and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max received the same MobileRank rating — 74/100. Value score: Huawei Mate 80 Pro — 58/100, Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max — 58/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro are nearly equal (77/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (55/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Mate 80 Pro | Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 | |
| AnTuTu | 1725229 | 2101808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 1680 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 6200 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2844x1260 | 1320x2848 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5700 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.0 | HarmonyOS 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×76.0×8.0 mm | 164.4×79.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 239 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1050 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Mate 80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Huawei Mate 80 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2844x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2848
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Mate 80 Pro
- 5700 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Mate 80 Pro and Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max leads Huawei Mate 80 Pro by 17.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro are nearly equal (77/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (55/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Mate 80 Pro or the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
Both devices scored 74/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (77/100 vs 75/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Mate 80 Pro and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Huawei Mate 80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max — 74/100.
Should you choose the Huawei Mate 80 Pro over the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Huawei Mate 80 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.