Huawei MatePad 12 X
2024Software supported
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Condition
Pros and Cons
Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.
Why choose
- Excellent PaperMatte display
- 144Hz refresh rate
- Powerful 6-speaker audio system
- Very thin and light
- Large 10100 mAh battery
- PC-level multitasking
What to consider
- Absence of Google services
- No 3.5mm headphone jack
- Limited app selection
- No memory card slot
- Kirin processor limitations
Detailed Technical Info
Hardware and features in detail.
- Screen size
- 12.0"
- Resolution
- 2800 x 1840
- Display type
- IPS LCD
- Refresh rate
- 144Hz
- Max brightness
- 1000 nits (peak)
- Screen protection
- Scratch-resistant glass (nano-etched)
Display
- Screen size
- 12.0"
- Resolution
- 2800 x 1840
- Display type
- IPS LCD
- Refresh rate
- 144Hz
- Max brightness
- 1000 nits (peak)
- Screen protection
- Scratch-resistant glass (nano-etched)
Performance
- Processor
- Kirin T90A
- CPU cores
- Octa-core
- GPU
- Mali-G710
- RAM
- 8GB
- AnTuTu score
- 667930 (v10)
Camera
- Main camera
- 13 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF
- Ultra-wide
- 8 MP
- Telephoto
- Not available
- Front camera
- 8 MP, f/2.2
- Video
- 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Battery
- Capacity
- 10100 mAh
- Charging speed
- 66W wired
- Wireless charging
- No
- Battery life
- Up to 14 hours of video playback
Connectivity
- 5G
- No
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
- Bluetooth
- 5.2, A2DP, LE
- NFC
- No
- USB
- USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, magnetic accessory connector
Body & Dimensions
- Dimensions
- 270 x 183 x 5.9 mm
- Weight
- 555 g
- Materials
- Aluminum body
- Water resistance
- Not certified
Condition Classes
All devices are fully tested and working.
Good (B)
from 348,2 €
May have micro-scratches on the body. The screen is clean, the matte surface is uniform. Battery capacity 85-95%.
Model characteristics
Common issues that may occur with Huawei MatePad 12 X.
Absence of Google Play Services
ModerateUS trade restrictions against Huawei.
PaperMatte coating wear
MinorConstant friction in the same area (e.g., gaming).
Stylus latency
MinorSoftware optimization issues in non-Huawei apps.
Notification delay
MinorAggressive battery management in HarmonyOS.
Repairs and Parts4/10 Estimated based on manufacturer data
Battery Replacement
The battery is glued but accessible after removing the back panel.
Screen Replacement
The screen and glass are a single panel; replacement requires specialized tools.
Charging Port Repair
The USB-C port is soldered to a daughterboard, which is replaceable.
Original spare parts are available at authorized service centers; availability of third-party parts is limited.
Environmental Impact
Buying a used device saves valuable resources.
CO₂ Saved
42 kg CO2e
Water Saved
9500 liters
E-Waste Avoided
555 grams
Reused
88%
Recycled
12%
Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)
Who Is This For?
This device is especially well-suited for these users.
Student
Uses the device for taking notes in lectures and reading textbooks.
- PaperMatte display is easy on the eyes
- Long battery life
- Good price compared to iPad
Digital Artist
Creates illustrations and sketches on the go.
- Paper-like tactile feedback
- Accurate M-Pencil support
- High-quality color reproduction
Office Worker
Needs a lightweight device for emails and video conferences while traveling.
- PC-like user interface
- Excellent microphone and speakers
- Lightweight
Network Compatibility
Supported frequencies and carriers.
FinlandYour country
Estonia
Latvia
Lithuania
Most models sold in the Baltics are Wi-Fi based. The LTE model lacks 5G support in most regions.
Comparisons With Other Models
How this model differs from the competition.
The MatePad 13 X offers a larger screen and a faster processor, but the 12 X is lighter and significantly more affordable, providing a similar PaperMatte experience.
| Feature | MatePad 12 X | MatePad 13 X |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 12.0" | 13.2" |
| Weight | 555g | 580g |
| Charging speed | 66W | 88W |
The iPad Air has a better app selection and a more powerful processor, but the MatePad 12 X wins on its anti-reflective screen technology and price.
| Feature | MatePad 12 X | iPad Air 13 (M2) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen coating | PaperMatte (matte) | Glossy |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 60Hz |
| Ecosystem | Huawei AppGallery | Apple App Store |
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