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Huawei
MatePad Mini
- 8.8-inch Flexible OLED
- Kirin 9010B · Hexa-core
- 255 g
- 6400 mAh
- Model number
- MLR
Physical specifications
8.8"
Display size
255 g
Weight
198.6 mm
Height
127.3 mm
Width
5.1 mm
Thickness
16:10
Aspect ratio
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight.
Handling
Two-handed preferredTwo-handed use is generally the more natural way to hold this device.
Bag portability
LimitedNot intended for pocket carry; plan on a bag, sleeve, or hand carry.
Carry comfort
LightFeels light to carry relative to typical devices in its class.
Reading and media
Comfortable for reading and travel media without a large tablet footprint.
Gaming
High-endIts processor and graphics hardware are suited to demanding games and higher visual settings.
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Open size comparisonDisplay
- Display size
- 8.8"
- Display technology
- Flexible OLED
- Resolution
- 2560 × 1600
- Peak brightness
- 1800 nits
Performance
- Chipset
- Kirin 9010B
- CPU
- Hexa-core
- RAM
- 12 GB, 16 GB
- Storage
- 256 GB, 512 GB, 1024 GB
- Expandable storage
- No
Battery & charging
- Typical capacity
- 6400 mAh
- Rated capacity
- 6350 mAh
- Wired charging
- 66 W
- Charging standard
- HUAWEI SuperCharge (Max 66W charger in box)
Cameras
- Rear cameras
- Main · 50 MP · ƒ/1.8; Ultra Wide · 8 MP · ƒ/2.2
- Front cameras
- Front · 32 MP · ƒ/2.4
- Video recording
- 4K (3840 × 2160) with electronic stabilization, Ultra Wide 1080p@30fps
Connectivity
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi‑Fi 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.2
- USB
- USB‑C 3.0 (DisplayPort 1.2)
- Satellite
- BeiDou satellite messaging (supported MLR models; mainland China)
Huawei MatePad Mini User Experience
An editorial summary of recurring Huawei MatePad Mini ownership themes — 8.8-inch flexible OLED at 2560×1600 and 120 Hz, 127.27×198.59×5.1 mm at 255 g, HarmonyOS 5.1 in China and 4.3 globally, 6400 mAh with 66W charging, M-Pencil Pro with NearLink, PaperMatte edition, no official GMS with AppGallery and Petal versus GBox/MicroG workarounds, Super Device PC Mode multitasking, and compact positioning against iPad mini.
Release and pricing
- Released
- September 12, 2025
Buying guide FAQ
Practical upgrade and buying answers based on published specifications and previous-generation comparisons when available.
Is Huawei MatePad Mini (2025) good for note taking?
Its 8.8 in display can work for quick notes, though space is tighter than on larger tablets. Stylus support is not confirmed in this catalog, so this answer is based on screen size and handling context only.
Is Huawei MatePad Mini (2025) suitable for students?
Its relatively portable 8.8 in size suits lectures, reading, and bag carry. Suitability still depends on software, storage needs, and accessories, which vary by course work.
Which users is Huawei MatePad Mini (2025) best suited for?
Huawei MatePad Mini (2025) is best suited for buyers who want a compact, highly portable tablet. That conclusion follows from size class and available generation differences, not from user reviews.
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Models and configurations
- Storage
- 256 GB512 GB1 TB
- Colors
- `huawei-matepad-mini`
- RAM
- 12 GB16 GB
- Model variants
- MLR
Official sources
Dimensions and specifications are based on manufacturer-published data. Learn more in our Methodology