Rating of the best Huawei smartphones for 2024

Huawei is a leading mobile device manufacturer in China. At the end of the year, 9.6 percent of the sales of phones around the planet went to him. He lost only to Samsung (22.8%) and Apple (15.3%). The "Rating of the best Huawei smartphones in 2024" will help to determine the choice of the popular Huawei model in 2024. It is compiled on the basis of opinions of many users around the world, characteristics and, of course, value for money.

About the manufacturer

Taking into account the fact that Huawei's share in the overall market is steadily increasing, and Apple's fate is rapidly declining, it would be advisable to make a forecast that in the near future the company will overtake the Apple organization in sales and take the 2nd position on the planet.

Unlike most Chinese brands that have opted for low-cost models, Huawei is not afraid to compete with the likes of Samsung and Apple in the premium category. The organization cooperates with many foreign companies that have already shown themselves in a positive light:

• Google - unveiled Nexus 6P together;
• Leica - cameras for flagships;
• GoPro is a unique “Quick” smartphone app that allows you to process videos faster.

Statistical data for 2017

In 2017, the company sold 153 million mobile devices around the planet, which is 10% of global sales.

Compared to 2016, sales grew by 9.9%, and in mid and late summer the company surpassed Apple in sales, taking 2nd place in the world ranking. The number of official points of the trademark in 2017 was more than 42 thousand. In the Russian Federation, the percentage of sales is 11%, which is approximately 3 million sold smartphones.

The lineup

Today, most of the manufacturers of mobile electronics divide their own gadgets into a series of affordable, mid-range and premium segments. The company we are considering has chosen a thorny path, and therefore in any series there is an opportunity to find both expensive and affordable phones.

In total, the brand has 4 model lines on the domestic market. Let's consider 3 main ones.

Y (Youth)

The available segment, however, there is an opportunity to find devices even with eight-core chips. Aimed at people on a budget and wanting to pay the minimum for a phone. In addition, smartphones of this line are sometimes manufactured under the trademarks of cellular operators.

P (Platinum)

A more sophisticated line of the company. Smartphones can be grouped into a business segment and "moving" to a business segment. The lineup sells quite original gadgets. In particular, the P9 smartphone is selling well.

This series appeared relatively recently. However, she has already managed to occupy her own niche, and most Chinese entrepreneurs prefer this particular model range.

Mate

A line of phablets - smartphones with large displays. In addition, this series contains flagships, which, along with the P line, are the face of the company.However, alas, the brand does not manufacture a model that would be able to compete with the devices of Apple or Samsung corporations. One way or another, this does not prevent the company from improving its own position in the global market. In general, this series can be compared with Plus solutions from Apple or Note from South Korean company Samsung.

Cost policy

The cost of the devices offered by the company starts from 9 thousand rubles and reaches 109 000. Like other manufacturers from China that have entered the domestic market, the brand has a huge number of official centers. They can be found in various regions of our country. By the way, there is even a unique customer center located in the capital of Russia.

Brand pros and cons

The plus is that the brand has a huge number of smartphones of various price segments. In addition, there are devices of different directions. It will not be superfluous to note that the company has already adapted to the Russian market and is trusted by many users.

The downside is that one way or another, it is impossible to mark a specific flagship device. The next disadvantage is that smartphones in different price segments are similar to each other. In other words, a user who purchased a model for 35 thousand may not feel the difference with an available device.

Best Huawei smartphones of 2024

The rating is based on the opinions of experts and reviews of ordinary consumers.

8th place: Huawei Y6 (2019)

The smartphone is available in 2 design options:

1. With a glossy back cover.
2. The back is made in the style of amber brown "leather".

In both cases, the cases are made of plastic materials.

The front side of the model is completely covered with a 2.5D protective glass. The smartphone is equipped with an IPS-type matrix with the already traditional protrusion in the form factor of a drop, which can be painted over if desired.

Together with the undemanding stuffing, the battery power is enough for a couple of days at moderate loads and for about a day if you watch videos, play and surf the Web. The external speaker is loud enough and has powerful bass. In addition, the model supports Huawei's Histen 5.0 technology, which is made to give surround sound.

The rear camera is represented by one module. The aperture is 1.8. The manufacturer guarantees an improved light transmission capacity. In practice, the footage comes out in normal quality, which is already good.

Noises are generated in the dark and at dusk. The front camera gives out nice looking selfies with good detail due to the toning effect. Undemanding and medium applications the phone pulls with ease. Some difficulties in the form of temporary inhibitions occur when opening heavy 3D applications.

The average price is 7,250 rubles.

• attractive appearance;
• assembly reliability;
• high-quality display;
• there is a fingerprint sensor;
• independent tray for a flash drive;
• there is a radio;
• excellent offline performance;
• loud speaker.

• there is no NFC module;
• lack of USB Type-C;
• does not support fast charging technology;
• low display resolution;
• mediocre speed.

7th place: Huawei Y7 (2019)

The body is completely made of polycarbonate materials, matte on the contour and glossy on the back. The coating gets dirty, feels good in the hand and does not slip. The display is based on IPS technology with HD + resolution. Shows a rich picture with natural color reproduction.

The protrusion for the front is made in a drop form factor. If necessary, then it is possible to hide it by painting over the curtain of the device. Battery life is a strength of this phone. The device takes a long time to recover - about 2.5 hours, however, after that you can safely use it for almost 48 hours.

There is 1 speaker, the sound is normal.The headphones will sound better, in particular if you adjust the audio effects.

On the back of the phone, you can see a dual camera:

1. The aperture is 1.8. Has AI support that identifies subjects and focuses lighting on them. In addition, artificial intelligence is able to optimize personnel.
2. Designed to blur the background.

Artificial intelligence is working well. However, sometimes it can overly illuminate the subject. Front camera aperture is 2.0. The module has no shocking detail and has an automatic retouching function. The filling is not premium, however, it will handle most of the applications, even demanding ones on "modest" settings. In Game Center mode, it is possible to overclock the 3D accelerator in order to improve the smoothness of the image.

The average price is 9,000 rubles.

• bright colors;
• reliability of assembly and high quality of materials used;
• high-quality screen with brightness reserve;
• independent tray for a flash drive;
• excellent performance;
• good camera when you consider the cost;
• good battery life.

• low display resolution;
• lack of USB Type-C;
• the NFC module is not provided;
• takes a long time to charge.

6th place: Huawei P30 Lite

Metallic materials have become the base of the smartphone frame. For the rear side we used 3D glass with rounded ends. The bright IPS-type matrix is ​​located under high-quality glass protection made of aluminosilicate materials with an oleophobic coating. A drop-shaped protrusion divides the model's curtain equally.

With support for fast charging technology, the power of which is 18W, the model recovers 100% charge in 1 hour 50 minutes, and in half an hour from 0 to 33 percent. The phone battery is sufficient for 4-5 hours of continuous gaming or 8-9 hours of display in combined mode.

The model has only 1 speaker with a volume level higher than average, however, with a limited frequency spectrum. The built-in camera and front-facing camera have support for AI algorithms. Their function is to identify shooting scenarios for processing and improve the quality of photographs in automatic mode so that they do not have to be further processed later.

The models also focused on gaming performance. GPU Turbo 2.0 technology boosts the speed for a seamless gaming experience. The beneficial effect is noticeable, however, in the most heavyweight games, it will be necessary to reduce the graphic parameters.

The average price is 15 650 rubles.

• assembly reliability;
• nice color schemes;
• high-quality display;
• work speed - average;
• excellent offline performance;
• good cameras considering the price tag;
• there is an NFC module;
• tray for a flash drive;
• 3.5mm headphone port;
• there is USB Type-C;
• 128 GB of ROM.

• protection from moisture and dust is not provided;
• you cannot use two SIM cards and a flash drive at the same time;
• lack of stereo speakers.

5th place: Huawei P Smart Z

Glossy plastic was used as the main material for the body. In addition, the frame and the back of the smartphone are made of the same. A high-quality image is transmitted by an IPS matrix. Instead of the protrusion and indentation for the camera, a module is retractable from the upper end.

The battery capacity makes it possible to use the phone for almost 48 hours under moderate loads. It is possible to fully restore the battery in 110 minutes.

Although the main speaker has good sound - it is clean and understandable - however, its volume level is often insufficient. The front-end quality is mediocre. However, the camera takes pictures well at night and is enough for everyday tasks.

The average price is 14,050 rubles.

• large display without frames;
• good battery life;
• performance;
• AI-enabled camera;
• tray for a flash drive;
• there is an NFC module;
• there is a 3.5mm headphone port.

• lack of stabilization for video filming;
• the case, made of plastic, scratches quickly;
• the flash drive is placed only instead of the second sim card;
• does not support fast charging technology;
• big sizes.

4th place: Huawei P30

The difference between this model and the P30 Pro lies not only in the size and diagonal of the display. To make the flagship device affordable, the manufacturers have dropped some of the functionality. The phone does not support wireless charging technology, there is no infrared port, and the quality of protection against dust and moisture is much worse.

In addition, there are 3 camera modules in it, and not 4, as in the Pro version. In addition, the optical type zoom is three times, not five. In other respects, the devices are very similar. The smartphone has an OLED screen with an integrated new generation fingerprint sensor. The quick response is now even better. The premium proprietary chip guarantees excellent performance in heavy-weight toys.

Everything is fine with the battery life. The model is enough for a day of active operation. The device has support for fast charging. It is restored from zero to one hundred percent in 1 hour 10 minutes. The cameras, although mediocre when compared with the Pro version, are, one way or another, on the level.

The average price is 19,400 rubles.

• original appearance with pretty colors;
• compactness;
• speed of work;
• screen without frames;
• good battery life;
• one of the best cameras on the market;
• there is a 3.5 mm headphone port;
• tray for a flash drive;
• smart fingerprint sensor.

• not the most popular flash drive standard;
• there are no stereo speakers;
• lack of an infrared port;
• does not support wireless charging technology;
• mediocre protection against moisture;
• 4K video shooting does not support 60 FPS.

3rd place: Huawei Mate 20 RS Porsche Design

This is the most expensive premium model from this brand. It combines all the company's top technologies. The unique look has been done in conjunction with the Porsche brand.

The bezel-less curved display and seamless body ensure the best possible tactile experience. The device is pleasant to hold and fits securely in the hand. The back side is made of genuine leather, and there is a glass insert in the center. The fingerprint sensor is located in the display.

In addition, there is a biometric front camera that can identify about 30 thousand points of the user's face, which makes the unlocking process extremely safe and nimble.

The rear Leica triple camera is similar to the modules used in the Mate 20 Pro. It is called the best phone of the last year. It captures high quality footage in any light. There is a wide-angle lens as well as an optical 5x zoom.

The device is equipped with a capacitive battery, which will be sufficient for 24-48 hours of active operation. Based on the testing results, the device is enough for 12-13 hours of continuous video viewing.

The average price is 109,000 rubles.

• top-end appearance;
• speed of work;
• one of the best cameras on the market;
• excellent offline performance;
• supports fast charging technology;
• fingerprint sensor in the display;
• tray for a flash drive;
• the package includes a high quality cover.

• overpriced, according to buyers, cost;
• lack of a 3.5mm headphone port;
• not the most popular flash drive standard.

2nd place: Huawei P30 Pro

The company is once again pleasantly shocking with the potential of the cameras. The device has 4 cameras that capture all the requirements of users. The smartphone captures excellent footage at night. The ultra-wide lens has auto focus, making it one of the best on the market.

Due to the ToF type camera, 3D photos taken in the "Portrait" mode have become much better.Key innovations are the optical type 5x zoom, 10x mixed zoom and 50x digital zoom. By the way, no other model can boast of such functionality.

In addition to the photographic potential, the model is in no way inferior to the flagship devices of its rivals. A large OLED-type display with a small protrusion for the front has rounded ends and a fingerprint sensor integrated into it.

The average price is 46,800 rubles.

• nice appearance;
• High quality OLED display;
• advanced camera;
• good indicators of autonomy;
• excellent performance;
• protection against dust and moisture is provided;
• supports fast charging technology;
• tray for a flash drive;
• smart fingerprint sensor.

• overpriced, according to buyers, cost;
• lack of a 3.5mm headphone port;
• not the most popular flash drive standard;
• 4K movie recording does not support 60fps.

1st place: Huawei Mate 20X

The largest sample of the series. A huge AMOLED-type display has a protrusion in the drop form factor for the front-facing one.

Despite the fact that the pixel saturation is only 346 PPI, the image is distinguished by good clarity and saturation. There is enough brightness reserve. It is convenient to play, watch videos and surf the net.

Like the Mate 20 Pro, this model features an advanced Leica triple camera, widely considered the best mobile camera of the year. In addition, the smartphone differs from competitors by the presence of an innovative proprietary chip, which is manufactured according to a 7-nanometer technological process.

Among other things, this is the only flagship device capable of boasting a powerful battery. The back cover is made of glass materials with engraving to prevent slipping and less fingerprints.

The average price is 43,700 rubles.

• one of the best cameras on the market;
• high-quality display;
• good speed of work;
• excellent battery life;
• supports fast charging technology;
• there is an infrared port;
• miniature protrusion on the display;
• there is a 3.5mm headphone port;
• supports auxiliary accessories (you will have to purchase separately);
• speakers of the "stereo" type.

• no notification LED;
• not the most popular flash drive standard;
• no wireless charging;
• mediocre dust and moisture protection;
• sizes.

The best new items from Huawei

Now let's take a look at the latest novelties from the brand.

Huawei Nova 4e

The body is made of 3D glass and the frame is made of aluminum materials. Both glass panels are bent. On the back there is a round-shaped fingerprint scanner, as well as a vertical-type module with a triple camera. Below this protruding component is an LED type flash. Personal logos of Huawei and Triple Camera are also observed.

The device was equipped with a display with a diagonal of 6.15 inches, aspect ratio - 19.5: 9. This IPS screen has a resolution of 2312x1080 px. It covers almost 96% of the total space of the entire front side. There is a special purpose vision protection mode.

The phone is powered by an 8-core Kirin 710 chip. This powerful processor is made according to a 12-nanometer technological process. The 4 base Cortex A-53 cores run at 1.7 GHz, while the rest of the Cortex A-73 cores are high-performance (the clock speed is 2.2 GHz).

The model has 1 external speaker. Its maximum volume level is enough in order not to miss a call or notification when the smartphone is in your pocket.

The average price is 18,000 rubles.

• Bright, bezel-less display with drop-shaped protrusion;
• elegant glass case with metal frame;
• a built-in camera that supports artificial intelligence algorithms;
• good speed of work;
• high quality front camera.

• you cannot use contactless NFC payments;
• rather sliding and dirty body;
• significant heating of the case is felt under load.

Huawei Mate 30 Pro

The model got an independent camera for shooting videos, and even what kind. The largest module of all available on the mobile market is installed here - 1 / 1.54 inches (in the recent Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha they announced 1 / 1.33, however, this is just an idea) with a 40-megapixel resolution and optical type stabilization.

Introduced the ability to shoot in 4K at 60 FPS, as well as support for HDR. Users have already seen the other 3 cameras in other phones of the brand, these are:

1. RYYB module that receives 40% more light compared to the basic RGGB. The resolution is 40 megapixels, the aperture is 1.6.
2. 3x optical zoom (8 megapixel), up to 5x mixed.
3. Depth sensor for blurring the background in Portrait mode and video recording.

In appearance, the model is similar to the P30 Pro smartphone, however, on the back side, the camera module is round. The manufacturer claims that the developers took inspiration from the Leica cameras, with which the brand has long been partners.

In the device, the battery capacity was increased to 4,500 mAh. The same size can boast of the NEX 3 smartphone from Vivo, and only ZenFone 6 from ASUS (5000 mAh) is more powerful. It will not be superfluous to say that in terms of battery life on all smartphones, there are Galaxy Note 10+ models from the South Korean corporation Samsung and Mate 30 Pro from the brand we are considering.

The average price is 70,000 rubles.

• cameras performed well in any light;
• independent camera for shooting 4K video at 60 FPS;
• powerful battery with excellent autonomous performance;
• Supports wireless fast charging and reverse charging;
• performance with a margin for the coming years;
• bright OLED screen without frames;
• original performance.

• lack of Google services;
• there are no keys for adjusting the volume, which is inconvenient;
• overall monobrow;
• the case slips and gets dirty quickly.

How to choose?

If you look at the mobile device market, it is filled exclusively with smartphones, and their number is growing every year. The main thing before buying, first of all, pay attention to the following 2 parameters:

1. What is it for? This is the first question a user should ask before purchasing a gadget. It is the answer to it that will give the person a complete picture of the necessary characteristics and the opportunity to choose a device at an affordable price.
2. Screen. In 2024, trends dictate the conditions and now it is very difficult to meet a user with a 4-inch display. The current screen size is from 5 to 5.5 inches.

Having decided on these two components, you can move on to studying the processor, memory capacity, and so on.

Conclusion

The 2024 rating of quality Huawei smartphones has come to an end, and it is time to draw conclusions. Huawei is the best manufacturer of many components and assemblies for its own devices, which throughout its existence has been constantly improving their parameters, so that their smartphones in any case deserve the trust of many users around the planet.